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Borders Manitou Incline, Barr Trail, Cog Railway, Creek~Private Drive~HOT TUB!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Manitou Springs, CO
  • Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Manitou Incline
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cave of the Winds
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Manitou Springs

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Manitou Springs, within a 15-minute drive of Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds. .This vacation home is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from US Air Force Academy.

What's nearby

  • Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manitou Incline - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manitou Cliff Dwellings - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Garden of the Gods - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cave of the Winds - 12 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Airport (COS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Keg Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Dog Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ruffrano's Hell's Kitchen Pizza Manitou Springs - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Townhouse Sports Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Manitou Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Borders Manitou Incline, Barr Trail, Cog Railway, Creek~Private Drive~HOT TUB!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. One of a kind, eclectic 3 BR/2BA modern Victorian Historical Landmark home atop secluded mountain. Designated as a Manitou Springs Historic District residence. Quiet, quiet. Unbeatable privacy but close to amenities and outdoor activities. Walk (don't drive) to Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Barr Trail, Manitou Incline. "Residents Only" street so should be no tourist traffic and no tourist noise. FREE on-site, off-road parking for 3 vehicles. Two living rooms. 10 foot ceilings. Unique architecture. Chef's kitchen. Granite counter tops. Stainless appliances. Free Wi-Fi. Two OnDemand HDTVs. Relax on wrap around Old-World balcony and patios overlooking valley, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, and Ruxton Creek. Garden of the Gods view. Captivating views of city lights, surrounding mountains, scenic rock formations, and towering pines. Lovingly remodeled and renovated over the years. Gather with family & friends to relax and rejuvenate.

Hot tub is located in separate vaulted studio building behind and above main home. OS windows. 100% privacy.

*NOTE: Hot tub is cleaned & sanitized between each guest reservation.

Children must be supervised at all times on property and at Guest’s own risk. There are multiple steep terraces with no railings.

Our calendar is updated in real-time. Simply enter your desired dates, correct guest count, and click "Book Now".

*Base rate is for 2 guests; each additional guest is $25/per night/day.

*Maximum number of people on site is 8 (eight), per City of Manitou Springs.

*Dogs/pets are not allowed on property.

*Host reserves the right to charge guest appropriate extra guest fee from guest security/damage deposit if unauthorized and additional guests are on property (day or night) than stated on reservation and/or terminate the reservation without recourse or refund.

*Business License. No. 9137
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a water park and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 30 steps to reach entrance
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking of any kind.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Stairs, uneven lot; suggest kids 7+

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Borders Manitou Incline, Barr Trail, Cog Railway, Creek~Private Drive~HOT TUB! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 297 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kiran P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We planned a hiking trip - Pikes Peak. Location is JUST PERFECT. We hiked just around the property to start our hike from Barr Trailhead. We didn’t have to worry about finding a parking spot way early in morning. We didn’t get to use hot tub, so can’t comment on it. It’s an old home but very homely. Kitchen is fully stocked with all essential utensils, dishes, coffee makers. Bosch dishwasher :)! Huge refrigerator! We didn’t check if it is able to make ice or not - perhaps, waterline is not connected! It’s right across from Cograil Depot and small river coming down from the mountain. Porch faces the depot, valley towards Colorado Springs and ridge. Amazing views! Overall, this is a great place for everyone seeking for a weekend get away or weeks of retreat from hustle and bustle!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky P., Kentucky

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view from the balcony is wonderful! The picture is what sold me on this rental. That and the proximity to the cog train depot. We simply walked down to the station in the morning. The house is also a very short walk to the Barr Trail trailhead. Very convenient to someone wanting to hike the Pikes Peak Trail. The house was clean and the beds comfortable with thick comforters. There are a lot of stairs and they are narrow. The listing did say there were stairs, but we didn’t appreciate how many to reach the bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time. The location was as advertised and we enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We kind of got shaftedI’ve never written a negative review before, but really feel like we got shafted by these hosts. Shortly before our trip began my wife injured her knee and needs surgery once we get home. But we were past the refundable period on this house so thought we’d give it a try, even knowing that there were a LOT of steps (50 from the street to the bedroom floor). It only took a day to realize her knee couldn’t take it. I explained this to Jean, and asked if there was any way to get a refund. She said, ”The way to get a refund is if you cancel and then the property is booked by another guest.” So we canceled and they quickly rebooked 6 of our 9 remaining nights.Great news - until our refund came. They refunded the equivalent of 1-1/2 nights.I asked Jean how they came up with that number. Silence. So basically they used our misfortune to double book (and double charge for) the property, then sent a small percent to us as a refund. Not cool. Contractually yes, they could do that. Was it the right thing to do? Not hardly!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to all the best things

Amazing walkable access to Barr trail & the Cog Railway. Fully stocked kitchen! Lots of hummingbirds to watch while you're sitting on the porch. A bear knocked over the trashcan our first night, so good thing it has a lock on top! The pinpad lock gives a bit of trouble, but not bad once you figure out the trick. Great place to stay overall!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

charles k.

Dirty pillows

Upstairs room on left had what looked to be BM or chocolate on the decorative pillows.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

This wonderful quirky house was great! The location is great for the incline and Pikes Peak train. Very clean. Just a heads up….lots of steps but definitely doable. The porch and view was wonderful. Jean was always available. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely place to stay in Manitou!

We loved this house. It had everything we needed and plenty of space for 3 adults and 4 kids. The house has a ton of character and doesn’t at all feel like so many of the bland houses we’ve stayed in before. Plenty of amenities, super clean and the most gorgeous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JR L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hiking Pikes Peak

This place was awesome, lots of privacy great views, loved to watch the sunrise on the open outside upper deck. Owner very good in responding to questions, will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Albuquerque, New Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is in a great place. Easy walk to Incline, Cog Railway, shops and restaurants. The house was very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

On a slope

Everything is sloped down hill, floors, appliances and beds. We suggest that you inform others of the amount of stairs that are involved, both exterior and interior. If you are elderly it’s important to have known that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home Right Across from the COGWAY

This is our second stay at this property. It is a beautiful location and we enjoyed sunrises on the porch and watching the COG railway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and views

We loved this house and location! We were able to walk to and from the Cogway train! You could see the train coming and going and hear water running. It was perfect! You are only minutes from downtown Manitou and all of the many things to do there!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

This was the ideal place for a girls weekend. Loved the house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

GREAT

We had a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callie B., Oklahoma City,OK

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique getaway

Loved the unique property. Close to town and the Manitou Incline. Had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Gorgeous view and great location. The host was very communicative and wonderful to work with. There are steep stairs getting into the house and within the house. It wouldn’t be a great for this with physical limitations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Wonderful property. Well stocked with everything one might need. Location was fantastic, close to cog railway, hiking, and an easy walk into town.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayme S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Loved that it is a short walk to metro to get to town and to get to the incline and cog railway station.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

Very clean, well stocked with towels, kitchen pots, pans, crock pot etc. beautifully decorated for Christmas. Perfect location to walk to Pikes Peak Cog, Barr trail and Manitou incline.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rana J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy home and great location

We enjoyed our stay, with beautiful views from the balcony, and a very serene and quiet area! located at the foot of the Manitou incline and Barr trail. The home was cozy and very clean. The stairs in and out were a workout, especially after hiking, but we made it! Host was great at communicating and accommodating us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location. Nice place 👌

Great location, very peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall trip

Great location with views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024