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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 13
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Palmer Lake, CO
- Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area1 min walk
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park17 min drive
- US Air Force Academy23 min drive
- Colorado Springs, CO (COS)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Living Room 2
1 Single Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed
Escape the crowds to our luxurious and fully-equipped family retreat!
Enjoy the lakefront experience, without the typical lakefront noise and chaos.
Immerse yourself in the serenity of our small mountain town and bright starry nights!
1/4 mile walk to lovely downtown Palmer Lake restaurants, coffee shop, and ice cream parlor.
Central location to USAFA (7 miles), Colorado Springs (15 miles), Castle Rock (18 miles), and even Denver (29 miles)!
Outdoor Amenities:
* 6-person luxury hot tub (with starry nights you never get in Colorado Springs)
* 2 kayaks w/ life jackets and carts
* 2 adult bicycles w/ helmets
* Balcony with amazing mountain views
* Propane firepit and patio furniture on balcony
* BBQ gas grill on back patio
Indoor Amenities:
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Two living rooms with fireplaces, smart TVs, and lots of seating in each
* Game room w/ air hockey, ping pong, and foosball table
* Kids playroom w/ toys, books, kids table, and play couch
* Pack-n-play, high chair, changing table, safety gate for infants
* 5-35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands
* Mini fridge and bar area
* Complementary snacks, plus alcoholic and soft drinks
* Dog bed, food/water bowls, and toys for furry friends
* Professionally deep cleaned after each guest and maintained with luxury toiletries
Less than 100 yards to:
* Frisbee golf course
* Santa Fe hiking trail
* Palmer Lake playground
* Famous Palmer Lake coal train
* Best 4th of July fireworks show in Colorado
* Bright starry nights (unlike in Colorado Springs/Denver)
Detailed Virtual Tour:
* Downstairs Bar & Living Room: When you walk through the front door, you’ll be greeted by an open family room with a Queen pullout sofa, 2 accent chairs, and 2 bar stools. Enjoy the electric fireplace and Roku TV.
Swing around the bar to grab one of the complementary beers from the mini fridge or bring your own drink of choice and serve it in the provided wine/highball glasses.
* Downstairs Bed/Bath: You’ll find 2 bedrooms with 3 queen beds between them, complete with dressers, nightstands, lamps, and walk-in closets. In the single-bed room, we provide a desk and faux leather desk chair in case you have some emails or homework to take care of.
To accommodate those rooms, there is a full bathroom with shower and 2 split sinks to easily allow multiple guests to get ready alongside each other.
* Game Room: The final room on this level is the game room, complete with an air hockey table and foosball table! If you get tired of losing at air hockey against your kids, you can also install the ping pong table top and show them who’s really boss! Sit down in the futon (folds down into twin bed) or bar stools to watch the action.
* Upstairs Living Room: Gather around the large remote-controlled gas fireplace with natural stone surround and large Roku-enabled flat screen. There’s space for everyone on the sofa, leather chair with matching ottoman, and 2 accent chairs. Inside the rustic white hutch, you'll find a variety of boardgames and cards.
* Fully Furnished Kitchen: We furnish our kitchen to cover all your needs- providing a blender, mixer, toaster, cutting boards, pots, pans, tupperware, silverware, cutlery, flatware, and variety of basic spices and sauces. In case you decide to have a picnic, we have also supplied disposable plates/bowls/plasticware. All drawers and cabinets have been labelled to make it easier to find what you’re looking for.
Our family cherishes morning coffee time together so we provide 3 different ways to make yours, along with a variety of coffees/tea.
* Kids Area: We provide a dedicated area for your kids to hangout. There is a play couch that can be built into their dream fort. Also find a wide variety of books and toys to cover all ages. There is a kids table/chair set plus our dedicated (adult) game table, so you can keep an eye on your kids while playing your own games!
Once all the fun is done, there are 2 bunk beds for them to crash on. For infants, we provide a pack-n-play with sheets, high chair, changing pad, diapers, and safety gate.
* Powder Room/Laundry Room: After a long day of fun, freshen up for dinner in the powder room. If you’re staying for several days, use the laundry room that is complete with washer, drier, detergent, softener, drier sheets, iron, and ironing board.
* Master Bed/Bath: The large, luxurious king-size bed is complemented by an attached closet, dresser, and nightstands. In the master bath, find a huge walk-in shower and large jetted tub, complete with bath caddy and bath bombs. Double sinks allow you and your mate to prepare for your day alongside each other.
* Master Closet: We provide extra towels for your stay and beach towels to use during dips into Palmer Lake or the hot tub. We also provide an exercise mat with 5lb, 15lb, 25lb, and 35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands if you want to workout. To accommodate your pets, there is a medium-sized dog bed, small and large dog bowls, and several dog toys.
* Balcony/Fire Pit: On the balcony, there is a gas firepit with rock bed for you to enjoy while watching the sun set behind the foothills. Chances are, you’ll see one of the coal trains that frequently passes by. Don't forget to count the number of train cars with your kids!
* Porch/Hot Tub/BBQ Grill: On the back porch, there is a luxury hot tub that is professionally maintained every week, surrounded by a privacy fence. As the jets massage you, look up and appreciate the incredible starry nights that you never see in bigger cities. Also on the back porch, there is a gas BBQ grill for your enjoyment.
* Garage/Kayaks/Bikes: In the garage, we have supplied 2x kayaks with helmets, life jackets, and paddles. The kayaks come fitted to trollies that allow you to roll them down to the water with ease. To help you stroll around the lake or into town, we have included 2x Schwinn hybrid bicycles with helmets.
Note: A waiver will be emailed to you via DocuSign before your check-in. This must be electronically signed before use of the bicycles, kayaks, hot tub, grill, firepit, or any game tables is permitted.
Enjoy the lakefront experience, without the typical lakefront noise and chaos.
Immerse yourself in the serenity of our small mountain town and bright starry nights!
1/4 mile walk to lovely downtown Palmer Lake restaurants, coffee shop, and ice cream parlor.
Central location to USAFA (7 miles), Colorado Springs (15 miles), Castle Rock (18 miles), and even Denver (29 miles)!
Outdoor Amenities:
* 6-person luxury hot tub (with starry nights you never get in Colorado Springs)
* 2 kayaks w/ life jackets and carts
* 2 adult bicycles w/ helmets
* Balcony with amazing mountain views
* Propane firepit and patio furniture on balcony
* BBQ gas grill on back patio
Indoor Amenities:
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Two living rooms with fireplaces, smart TVs, and lots of seating in each
* Game room w/ air hockey, ping pong, and foosball table
* Kids playroom w/ toys, books, kids table, and play couch
* Pack-n-play, high chair, changing table, safety gate for infants
* 5-35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands
* Mini fridge and bar area
* Complementary snacks, plus alcoholic and soft drinks
* Dog bed, food/water bowls, and toys for furry friends
* Professionally deep cleaned after each guest and maintained with luxury toiletries
Less than 100 yards to:
* Frisbee golf course
* Santa Fe hiking trail
* Palmer Lake playground
* Famous Palmer Lake coal train
* Best 4th of July fireworks show in Colorado
* Bright starry nights (unlike in Colorado Springs/Denver)
Detailed Virtual Tour:
* Downstairs Bar & Living Room: When you walk through the front door, you’ll be greeted by an open family room with a Queen pullout sofa, 2 accent chairs, and 2 bar stools. Enjoy the electric fireplace and Roku TV.
Swing around the bar to grab one of the complementary beers from the mini fridge or bring your own drink of choice and serve it in the provided wine/highball glasses.
* Downstairs Bed/Bath: You’ll find 2 bedrooms with 3 queen beds between them, complete with dressers, nightstands, lamps, and walk-in closets. In the single-bed room, we provide a desk and faux leather desk chair in case you have some emails or homework to take care of.
To accommodate those rooms, there is a full bathroom with shower and 2 split sinks to easily allow multiple guests to get ready alongside each other.
* Game Room: The final room on this level is the game room, complete with an air hockey table and foosball table! If you get tired of losing at air hockey against your kids, you can also install the ping pong table top and show them who’s really boss! Sit down in the futon (folds down into twin bed) or bar stools to watch the action.
* Upstairs Living Room: Gather around the large remote-controlled gas fireplace with natural stone surround and large Roku-enabled flat screen. There’s space for everyone on the sofa, leather chair with matching ottoman, and 2 accent chairs. Inside the rustic white hutch, you'll find a variety of boardgames and cards.
* Fully Furnished Kitchen: We furnish our kitchen to cover all your needs- providing a blender, mixer, toaster, cutting boards, pots, pans, tupperware, silverware, cutlery, flatware, and variety of basic spices and sauces. In case you decide to have a picnic, we have also supplied disposable plates/bowls/plasticware. All drawers and cabinets have been labelled to make it easier to find what you’re looking for.
Our family cherishes morning coffee time together so we provide 3 different ways to make yours, along with a variety of coffees/tea.
* Kids Area: We provide a dedicated area for your kids to hangout. There is a play couch that can be built into their dream fort. Also find a wide variety of books and toys to cover all ages. There is a kids table/chair set plus our dedicated (adult) game table, so you can keep an eye on your kids while playing your own games!
Once all the fun is done, there are 2 bunk beds for them to crash on. For infants, we provide a pack-n-play with sheets, high chair, changing pad, diapers, and safety gate.
* Powder Room/Laundry Room: After a long day of fun, freshen up for dinner in the powder room. If you’re staying for several days, use the laundry room that is complete with washer, drier, detergent, softener, drier sheets, iron, and ironing board.
* Master Bed/Bath: The large, luxurious king-size bed is complemented by an attached closet, dresser, and nightstands. In the master bath, find a huge walk-in shower and large jetted tub, complete with bath caddy and bath bombs. Double sinks allow you and your mate to prepare for your day alongside each other.
* Master Closet: We provide extra towels for your stay and beach towels to use during dips into Palmer Lake or the hot tub. We also provide an exercise mat with 5lb, 15lb, 25lb, and 35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands if you want to workout. To accommodate your pets, there is a medium-sized dog bed, small and large dog bowls, and several dog toys.
* Balcony/Fire Pit: On the balcony, there is a gas firepit with rock bed for you to enjoy while watching the sun set behind the foothills. Chances are, you’ll see one of the coal trains that frequently passes by. Don't forget to count the number of train cars with your kids!
* Porch/Hot Tub/BBQ Grill: On the back porch, there is a luxury hot tub that is professionally maintained every week, surrounded by a privacy fence. As the jets massage you, look up and appreciate the incredible starry nights that you never see in bigger cities. Also on the back porch, there is a gas BBQ grill for your enjoyment.
* Garage/Kayaks/Bikes: In the garage, we have supplied 2x kayaks with helmets, life jackets, and paddles. The kayaks come fitted to trollies that allow you to roll them down to the water with ease. To help you stroll around the lake or into town, we have included 2x Schwinn hybrid bicycles with helmets.
Note: A waiver will be emailed to you via DocuSign before your check-in. This must be electronically signed before use of the bicycles, kayaks, hot tub, grill, firepit, or any game tables is permitted.
Property manager
Robert Wilson
Premier Host
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please discuss events with us BEFORE booking
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About the area
Monument
Located in Monument, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area and Greenland Open Space, while Western Museum of Mining and Industry and Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center are cultural highlights. Consider Ford Amphitheater for a night out or Glen Park if you're travelling with kids. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Palmer Lake, CO
What's nearby
- Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Pinecrest Event Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 17 min drive - 23.6 km
- US Air Force Academy - 23 min drive - 20.7 km
- Garden of the Gods - 33 min drive - 45.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Texas Roadhouse - 13 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 11 min drive
- Back East Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Reviews
15 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan P.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay here again
Ryan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suj S.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family stay in Colorado Springs!
Suj S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Lisa F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C.
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location
Stephen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a family getaway!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly P.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend
Kimberly P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin S.
12 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Kevin S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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Laressa L.
29 May 2024
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Amazing
Laressa L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erika C.
21 Apr 2024
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Great Experience
Erika C.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nichole M.
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home and it was perfect!
Nichole M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colorado Weekend
Amanda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Crystal R.
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Crystal R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Clint C.
3 June 2024
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Quick stay while doing some work in the area
Clint C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brent R.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience from start to finish
Brent R.
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Alaina N.
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About the host
Hosted by Robert Wilson

Hi there! I'm Robert!
I'm a Colorado native, originally from a small town called Yoder, CO located an hour east of Colorado Springs. Our family is retired from the Air Force and now we live in Colorado Springs most of the time.
Our favorite past times include pretty much everything outdoors! Hiking, skiing, competitive shooting sports, archery, hunting, and fishing- to name a few. We try to spend more time in our national forests and state land than we do at home- and it is truly a blessing to live in a place that is so conducive to our passions.
In my career, I have worked all over the US and even in Japan, the UK, and Germany. But I still always return to Colorado, and it's still my favorite place in the world to be!
We love sharing it with those who are also Colorado natives like me, and those who are experiencing it for the first time alike! Palmer Lake is truly an incredible place and community to experience, so I hope you get the chance to do so in our home! And if you need any recommendations for hikes, sights to see, local restaurants/coffee shops, etc, we would be happy to provide our short lists of each!
I'm a Colorado native, originally from a small town called Yoder, CO located an hour east of Colorado Springs. Our family is retired from the Air Force and now we live in Colorado Springs most of the time.
Our favorite past times include pretty much everything outdoors! Hiking, skiing, competitive shooting sports, archery, hunting, and fishing- to name a few. We try to spend more time in our national forests and state land than we do at home- and it is truly a blessing to live in a place that is so conducive to our passions.
In my career, I have worked all over the US and even in Japan, the UK, and Germany. But I still always return to Colorado, and it's still my favorite place in the world to be!
We love sharing it with those who are also Colorado natives like me, and those who are experiencing it for the first time alike! Palmer Lake is truly an incredible place and community to experience, so I hope you get the chance to do so in our home! And if you need any recommendations for hikes, sights to see, local restaurants/coffee shops, etc, we would be happy to provide our short lists of each!
Why they chose this property
First and foremost- the lake! You have the option of fishing, kayaking (I provide all the equipment you need!), swimming in the designated beach area, lounging on the sandy beach, frisbee golf, and enjoying the playground!
In the evenings, the sunset behind the opposing foothills is truly magnificent. Our favorite time at the house is sitting on the balcony watching it while waiting for the coal train to come by. That does create some noise outside, but inside it's very quiet and has never bothered our personal guests before.
After sunset, the starry nights are incredible. Sometimes the stars and moon are bright enough to walk around outside without any flashlight! After a dip in the hot tub and restful night, the next morning's sunrise lights up those same foothills with a warm and cozy glow while you warm yourself up with a hot cup of coffee.
In town, there is an awesome small, tight-knit community. I highly recommend the handmade crepes and french toast with espresso-based drinks at Speedtrap.
For lunch and dinner, O' Malleys is a historic monument, open 365 days/year, and I'm honestly never found a better buffalo chicken wing anywhere else.
For dessert, check out Rock House Ice Cream- but beware that the kiddos will keep asking you to come back after you try it for the first time.
And the best news is, all of these places are a 1/4 mile walk away! And when your appetite requires you to get there faster, we provide 2x bicycles with safety gear for that purpose.
In the evenings, the sunset behind the opposing foothills is truly magnificent. Our favorite time at the house is sitting on the balcony watching it while waiting for the coal train to come by. That does create some noise outside, but inside it's very quiet and has never bothered our personal guests before.
After sunset, the starry nights are incredible. Sometimes the stars and moon are bright enough to walk around outside without any flashlight! After a dip in the hot tub and restful night, the next morning's sunrise lights up those same foothills with a warm and cozy glow while you warm yourself up with a hot cup of coffee.
In town, there is an awesome small, tight-knit community. I highly recommend the handmade crepes and french toast with espresso-based drinks at Speedtrap.
For lunch and dinner, O' Malleys is a historic monument, open 365 days/year, and I'm honestly never found a better buffalo chicken wing anywhere else.
For dessert, check out Rock House Ice Cream- but beware that the kiddos will keep asking you to come back after you try it for the first time.
And the best news is, all of these places are a 1/4 mile walk away! And when your appetite requires you to get there faster, we provide 2x bicycles with safety gear for that purpose.
What makes this property unique
We hope to be the most prepared and inclusive hosts you've ever stayed with. We try to think of everything your family could need during your stay and supply it ahead of time!
Refreshing beverages to enjoy as soon as you arrive, snacks to hold you over till dinner, travel toiletries, female hygiene products, a couple diapers, baby/kid toys and books in our dedicated play area, pack-n-play, high chair, phone chargers, etc! And if anything isn't set according to your liking, let us know and we'll do our best to fix it ASAP!
And not to repeat ourselves, but those views are to die for...
Refreshing beverages to enjoy as soon as you arrive, snacks to hold you over till dinner, travel toiletries, female hygiene products, a couple diapers, baby/kid toys and books in our dedicated play area, pack-n-play, high chair, phone chargers, etc! And if anything isn't set according to your liking, let us know and we'll do our best to fix it ASAP!
And not to repeat ourselves, but those views are to die for...
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