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1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte

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A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A living room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, a wooden chair, and a wooden floor.
A dining area with a large wooden table, benches, and a built-in bench seating along the windows.
A snow-covered house with a wooden door and windows, surrounded by snowbanks.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Private garden

    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Crested Butte Town Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Crested Butte, CO
  • Place, Crested Butte Mountain Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Crested Butte Nordic Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crested Butte Town Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 - sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - sleeps 2 to 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ensuite Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte

The Best Haus is located in the historic west end of town just steps away from the restaurants and shops on Elk Avenue and across the street from Scarp Ridge Lodge. This 1800s mining cabin has been completely restored and updated, and every corner of the cabin has been thoughtfully reconfigured to maximize comfort. Relax in the rooms filled with European antiques and souvenirs from alpine adventures. Get cozy with the in-floor heating in every room and get creative in the kitchen equipped with Sub Zero and Viking appliances. Whether you’re in town to ski the extremes or hike in the backcountry, make your own memories in this luxurious and unique two bedroom, two bathroom home in the heart of Crested Butte.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 008348
Property # 2185260vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Crested Butte

Located in Downtown Crested Butte, a neighbourhood in Crested Butte, this holiday home is in the mountains. Crested Butte Mountain Resort and Crested Butte Nordic Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Trailhead Children's Museum and Center for the Arts.
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Crested Butte, CO

What's nearby

  • Crested Butte Mountain Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crested Butte Nordic Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Crested Butte Town Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Secret Stash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A Bar Above - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪José - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Lab - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Umbrella Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte on 22 Oct 2026 start from AU$3,060, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1800s Mining Cabin reimagined as luxury retreat - central downtown Crested Butte located?

Located in Downtown Crested Butte, this holiday home is steps away from Coal Creek, Crested Butte Mountain Theatre and Crested Butte Nordic Center. Big Mine Park and Sea Level Spa are also within 5 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Walther Schoeller

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The “Best Haus” has a long history as a vacation home and is now available for your short term stay in beautiful Crested Butte!

Why they chose this property

You can't find a more conveniently located, yet quiet home in Crested Butte's old town. Walk everywhere from the “Best Haus”: block to the restaurants an shops on Elk Avenue, half a block to the free shuttle bus to the mountain, and one block to the Nordic Center.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian

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