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Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court

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Notice the paved road for easy access.  The door is unlocked for you, come on in
Ohhh - how the sun warms up the house even in winter snows
Remember tether ball - a good challenge for toddlers to adults - hit that ball
Our home borders 1000's of acres of National Forest.  A short hike and - Oh, what beauty.
The sun is just coming up as your kids begin their fun on the playground

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Crystola, CO
  • Garden of the Gods
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • US Air Force Academy
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Pikes Peak
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court

This spacious residence has easy, paved road access, yet it is secluded in the mountains where you bask in clean air and brilliant winter sun.

The backyard forms your own private park. You can relax while your children are engrossed with the safety and excitement of their own secluded space. The large log playground provides swings for tiny tots to adults. Its log structure forms a balance bridge, fireman's pole, a sliding board, climbing tires. Enjoy "King of the Log" on a nearby balance beam. You can play basketball on the concrete court or put up the adjustable net and grab the equipment for playing pickle ball, volleyball, or badminton. We try to keep a tether ball supplied, however, the local bears try to eat it. National Forests and a Woodland Park land preserve border the property
These provide hundreds of acres of picturesque hiking. A treasure map leads the adventurous through the mountains to an old gold mine. There are hammocks, , lawn chairs, a gas grill, and a soothing waterfall feature during summer. We are located in the beauty of Ute Pass.

Relaxation is enriched with our spacious spa / game room. There you can soak in our hot tub - where you can cheer on your energetic friends as they compete in billiards, ping pong, air hockey, or foosball.

Since your vacation is a time for rest, we splurged on the bedding. Memory-foam on the mattresses provides form-fitting support. Sleep in the unique, theme-decorated bedrooms - each is an imagination experience.

'King’s Crown' room has a king-sized bed. 'Country Garden' has two queen size beds. 'Grandma’s Attic' has two twins, one of which is an adjustable bed that can be positioned for special sleeping needs. 'Wilderness Trail' has two twin beds. 'Mountain Adventure' has two twin mattresses inside a large tent. Finally, the upstairs balcony has a full-size hide-a-bed.

The house is especially designed to be environmentally friendly. Sun rays flood the house with toasty warmth during the winter, and in the summer the house is naturally cooled. Woodland Park's motto is 'City Above the Clouds,.' It boasts an average of 300 sunny days per year, more than San Diego, CA or Miami Beach, FL.

In the summer the 8500 foot elevation means pleasant days and cool nights. Another benefit of our high elevation, is that recent studies show that those on diets can quickly lose weight and keep it off for weeks afterwards by spending time at higher altitudes. And what great training for athletes when their bodies acclimatize to the high elevation.

Our expansive solar windows take advantage of the sun and clean mountain air. Through them you look on to your private yard. There is no central heating system, so on those occasional winter days when the sun is hidden, you set individual heaters in the rooms or better yet, your family will gather around your glowing fire in the wood stove. 'Roughing it' never felt so good.

The home is well stocked with an extra-large french door refrigerator/freezer with an ice maker and a constantly replenished cold water pitcher. Both are serviced with filtered water. We have. glass-top electric stove, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, large stainless steel cooking pans, a crock pot, hand mixer, blender, toaster, microwave and MUCH MORE - Plus we have on hand a selection of spices. There is baby equipment: an umbrella stroller,a high chair, a porta-crib, backpack baby carrier, stair guards.

We, the owners/managers live nearby so are immediately available to provide for your every need.


Keywords: Eco friendly, solar heat, on-site recreation, large house, borders National Forest

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are designed for families with children
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Approval required for special events
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets are to be kept on the main floor.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Careless smoking can be a criminal offense

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please tell us about yourselves, what brings you to the area, and how many people are coming to stay.
Marijuana may be legal in Colorado, but it is absolutely forbidden at our home.
We reserve the right to NOT finalize the booking if you're not in keeping with our rule regarding Parties and Events.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Approval required for special events
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Green Mountain Falls

Located in Cascade-Chipita Park, a neighbourhood in Green Mountain Falls, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Glen Eyrie Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cave of the Winds and Garden of the Gods. Travelling with kids? Consider Team Telecycle, or check out an event or a game at Clune Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystola, CO

What's nearby

  • Garden of the Gods - 24 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Cave of the Winds - 24 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Glen Eyrie Castle - 29 min drive - 25.2 km
  • US Air Force Academy - 43 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Pikes Peak - 43 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic retreat -So much fun - log playground, hot tub, concrete game court located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Team Telecycle, Shining Mountain Golf Club, and Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center. North Pole Colorado and Rainbow Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Karen Magistrelli

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We, Bob and Karen Magistrelli, built Sun Mountain Retreat for our family home. God carried us through the unknowns of construction - working miracles all along the way. We designed the home for kids - where they could be safe and have fun. We raised our seven children and numerous foster children here Years later we moved nearby to a home where we now take in men coming out of prison. We help the men start life over after years of isolation from society. Our income from Sun Mountain helps to provide for the needs of these men.

Why they chose this property

When our family home, now Sun Mountain Retreat, was no longer needed by the family, we could not bear to sell it, despite multiple buyer requests. We love this area and we love our family home. Our children are grown and settling in the immediate area. Making Sun Mountain a vacation home has involved all our children. Running it has been a great joy to us as we see our guests enjoying our home as much as we did.

What makes this property unique

Our most unique offering is the wide range of fun family activities right at our home - from a private backyard park to a large indoor recreation room and hot tub. Our home is central to a wide range of activities. Guests can enjoy the city offerings of beautiful Colorado Springs and can also be challenged with the outdoor activities of the mountains that surround us. Our home was designed to conserve our limited natural resources - as a 'green' home our guests can know they are part of needful conservation.

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