Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Crested Butte Town Park
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Crested Butte, CO
Crested Butte Town Park
Place, Crested Butte Town Park
2 min walk
Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum
Place, Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum
3 min walk
Crested Butte Mountain Theatre
Place, Crested Butte Mountain Theatre
7 min walk
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
Airport, Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
34 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Master Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Powder Room
Toilet
Upstairs Hall Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Happy Place off Elk.#007042
Experience Crested Butte the way it was meant to be—staying in a beautiful downtown home just one block from historic Elk Avenue.
Thoughtfully redesigned great room with high-end finishes while preserving the charm of one of Colorado's most beloved mountain towns, our home offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and location. Spend your mornings walking to Camp 4 Coffee, browse the shops and galleries along Elk Avenue, enjoy dinner at one of Crested Butte's outstanding restaurants, then return home to gather around the private firepit on the patio under the stars during the warmer seasons or the fireplace during the winter.
Inside, the home has been carefully appointed with beautifully furnished living spaces designed for relaxing after a day on the slopes, trails, or river. The newly renovated main level provides an inviting place for family and friends to cook, dine, play games, or simply enjoy time together. An upper-level deck off the primary bedroom offers a peaceful spot to start the day with coffee or unwind in the evening.
Whether you're here to ski, hike, mountain bike, fish, kayak, or experience Crested Butte's renowned festivals, you'll appreciate being able to leave the car behind. Walk to shops, restaurants, galleries, and the free shuttle to Crested Butte Mountain Resort, with easy access to hiking and biking trails throughout the valley.
The home comfortably accommodates families and small groups with four bedrooms, including a bunk room that's a favorite with children. It's an ideal setting for creating memorable mountain vacations in every season.
If you're looking for an authentic Crested Butte experience—a private, beautiful home in the heart of town rather than a typical condo—this is the place.
No pets. no events/parties.
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Crested Butte
Located in Crested Butte, this holiday home is in the city centre. Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum and Crested Butte Mountain Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Trailhead Children's Museum and Center for the Arts.
Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Crested Butte Town Park - 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 Mountain Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
José - 8 min drive
The Secret Stash - 4 min walk
West End Public House - 5 min walk
Kochevars - 6 min walk
Front Porch - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Happy Place off Elk.#007042 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Happy Place off Elk.007042: 1 block?
As of 25 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Place off Elk.007042: 1 block on 29 Nov 2026 start from AU$7,258, 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 Happy Place off Elk.#007042?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Happy Place off Elk.#007042?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Happy Place off Elk.#007042?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Happy Place off Elk.#007042 located?
Located in Downtown Crested Butte, this holiday home is steps away from Trailhead Children's Museum, Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum and Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce. Crested Butte Town Park and Sea Level Spa are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We really enjoyed our stay. The beds were all comfy, the kitchen was really well stocked, the property manager was very responsive and helpful and the location was A. You can walk anywhere in Crested Butte from here. It is an awesome spot.
location location location! truly couldn't be in a better spot - just steps away from the main street of downtown crested butte. the pictures do not do the inside of the house justice - its SO charming and cozy! 10/10 recommend and would stay again!
We thoroughly enjoyed at vacation at this house in Crested Butte. You can walk right from the townhouse to main street to go shopping, have dinner or just to have some ice cream. We will be back
Great place for our family. We had seven of us and all fit comfortably in the space. The side patio is a nice area to lounge and read and has a fire pit. Couldn’t be closer to where the action is in beautiful Crested Butte! Highly recommend 👏
Beautiful home in perfect location to enjoy downtown Crested Butte. You can park your car and walk to everything in downtown. Home was exactly as described and even better in person. We will definitely stay here again! Host was easy to contact with great communication!
The house was perfectly located to town. We walked to dinner every night. The town shuttle is two blocks away. The owners/management were accessible and helpful. The house was the perfect size for our group of 9. We loved it. Thank you.
Stacy I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2023
Thanks for being great guests!
Come back and see us!
Really enjoyed our stay at this house. Excellent location, beautiful house, great fire pit, all the amenities that we could need. Would highly recommend, and worked out for perfectly for the group of us.
We had such a wonderful week at The Happy Place! The location couldn't be better. The house was very clean and spacious. There was plenty of room for our group of 8. We would definitely stay here again!
We loved the walkability of this house to everything in town. Could not be happier with that! Small hiccups we encountered were the water heater being turned off and being supplied the wrong lockbox code to enter the house. These were remedied and the trip was great!
This was the perfect choice for our weekend in CB. House was clean, owner was responsive and helpful, and the location to town couldn’t have been more convenient. Would stay here again!
We had a lovely time in Crested Butte! The house was perfect for a ski weekend for two families of three - clean, comfortable, and perfectly located in town and close to the ski shuttle. Would highly recommend!
Caroline E.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Hosted by Michael Alan Gottlieb
My wife is a marketing consultant and I am a physician from Pittsburgh.We spent many years vacationing in various Western mountain towns with our two sons.As the years went on, we began to entertain the idea of owning home in one of these places,but none felt quite right.After spending literally 5 minutes in Crested Butte, we knew that we had found our “happy place”.We were taken by the quaintness, charm, striking beauty of the town;the friendliness, acceptance and warmth of everyone that we met;the overall laid back feeling;the incredible number and variety of activities in every season for all levels of ability ;the wonderful assortment of restaurants,coffee shops,stores,arts/music community...the list is ever expanding .We eventually bought this home and would one day like to retire here,but in the meantime would like to share our home with you.We, along with our local host,guest experience and property manager Apryl,will do whatever it takes to ensure that your stay is wonderful and unforgettable.This is truly a magical place and we hope that you will agree!