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60 Minutes to Ski Country, 15 Minutes to Downtown Denver

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Exterior
Room
Dining
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Golden, CO
  • Colorado Mills Mall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Colorado School of Mines
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Coors Brewery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Living Area Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

60 Minutes to Ski Country, 15 Minutes to Downtown Denver

Newly built in 2016, this spacious place can accommodate eight adults in comfort. Sunny and bright with vast window exposure in all directions. Watch the sun rise on the east horizon, then see it set into the Front Range foothills to the west. High ceilings, immaculate oak floors, granite counters, stainless appliances. The open living/dining floor plan is great for gatherings, while three well separated bedrooms are quiet and private. More than 2,000 square feet of living space and everything is new! Beds and pillows, linens and towels. A firm leather sectional sofa and heavy bar-height dining furniture. A high efficiency furnace and central A/C.Cable TV and high speed wi-fi. Barbecue in the big, fully fenced back yard. Park in the attached garage and avoid the weather. Stroll at any hour around this peaceful, rural-like neighborhood just 15 minutes from downtown Denver.

Property manager

Tom LaRocque
Premier Host

Languages

French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No cats Dogs are OK if approved in advance. We may require a pet deposit. Back yard is big and fully fenced.

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: 19
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Golden

East Old Golden Rd, a neighbourhood in Golden, is home to this holiday home. Union Station and 16th Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Elitch Gardens Theme Park and Denver Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Red Rocks Amphitheater or Ball Arena.
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Golden, CO

What's nearby

  • Colorado Mills Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Colorado School of Mines - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Denver Federal Center - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Coors Brewery - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Red Rocks Amphitheater - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Red Rocks College Station - 4 min drive
  • Arvada Ridge Station - 12 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 60 Minutes to Ski Country, 15 Minutes to Downtown Denver pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 60 Minutes to Ski Country, 15 Minutes to Downtown Denver?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is 60 Minutes to Ski Country, 15 Minutes to Downtown Denver located?

Located in East Old Golden Rd, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Colorado Mills Mall and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Applewood Golf Course. Fossil Trace Golf Club and St. Anthony Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and affordable house near Golden

Large house close to Golden and shopping center. Comfortable beds and basic necessities made this perfect for a family home base. Owner was very communicative and flexible with check-in/out times.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golden Colorado Trip

We had a great time in Golden. The house had plenty of room, and was a short drive to downtown Golden
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting stay

I travel for work for a living and I’ve used VRBO plenty of times. I’ve never been asked when my ETA is or when I’d be entering the home. I was working the day we got there and got three messages about letting the host know my ETA and when I’d be in the house. I wasn’t able to provide an accurate time as I was working. So I let them know once I was there. The odd thing was is they knocked on my door about 10 minutes after my arrival. It kind of felt invasive and lack of privacy. I find out that he lives right next door and will need to be in the garage the next day. Overall it was just odd. I book vrbo so we don’t get bothered or have the host show up unannounced. But he was kind and the property was great it just felt odd.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and communication

This is our second time staying at this property and highly recommend it. Tom is great communicating and made the process easy. The house was perfect for visiting our daughter while at Mines. It’s minutes from everything in Golden and just a few blocks from trails for some easy in town hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay

This property worked perfect for us during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family meetup

We stayed here for a college graduation. The place was perfect for our family and grandparents. Loved the main living area for hanging out together. Rooms were spacious and nice that everyone had their own space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Golden

We came to Golden for a wedding. This home was perfect for our needs. Communication with the host was great. We liked having the use of a garage. The home is about a 10 minute drive from downtown Golden.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Host and Beautiful House

Tom was very responsive when booking and met us shortly after we arrived to the house to answer any questions. Clean and spacious house in a very nice and quite neighborhood. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seyerra D., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We loved staying at this house. Fit our whole group and plenty of space, beds and bathrooms! This house is definitely centrally located and minutes from everything you need. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Randall W.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Review of owner

Property located next door to owner. Ownet seemed a bit too nosy. Entered property while we were not there. Seemed intrusive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and spacious

Clean property. Great communication with owner. Works great for families and pets!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home

Tom is awesome and he accommodates all your needs. The house is in a GREAT location and easy access to all your store needs. Will stay here again 100% !!. Thanks again Tom
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We are repeat guests

This is our second visit. We are from NH and have adult daughters in Colorado. The house has comfortable beds, nice bathrooms and kitchen. A fenced in back yard for dogs. A large driveway for 3-4 cars plus a garage if you choose to park inside. Close to the highway and grocery and other shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully Spacious & Well Equipped Home

This is a beautiful and spacious home, with a nice sized fenced back yard - great for me, my husband and our dogs. It would easily & comfortably accommodate more people, and everyone would still have space for privacy & to relax. The kitchen and linen closets were well stocked. We had every comfort. And it was just minutes from Colorado School of Mines, which was our main reason for visiting the area. Tom was the perfect host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“Golden” Location

This home is very well maintained and was a great “home base” for my group to experience Denver and the surrounding area. The town of Golden has many wonderful things to do. There was quick access to downtown Denver, and also easy to access the trails/parks west of Denver. There are multiple restaurants and stores within 5 minutes. The neighborhood was quiet and secluded. Tom was super helpful with any questions we had and made it easy to check in! Would definitely stay again on my next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna B., Tucson USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bright, spacious, safe, close to restaurants and stores, close to hiking trails

My husband, myself and my granddaughter (age 7) stayed at this property to celebrate Thanksgiving with my son and fiance. The house was bright, spacious, warm, and clean. We had everything we needed to make a wonderful Thanksgiving; the kitchen is well-stocked, even a slow cooker, which came in very handy. Tom was easy to communicate with and obliged an early check-in and late check-out. There are grocery stores and restaurants in close proximity to the property and a lovely hiking trail right around the corner. Tom also permitted my son to bring his dog. Overall, a great stay and we would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We found a 'Gem" in Golden, Colorado

If you are looking for the closest thing to 'home away from home' in Colorado, then this is it. A nice, quiet neighborhood with glimpses of the mountains from the front window. The pleasant interaction with Mr. LaRocque at check-in made us feel very welcome upon arrival. Walking into the house was an absolute pleasure. Spacious and clean with every amenity you may need available. Fresh linen in all bedrooms, amazing modern kitchen with cupboards stocked with basic necessities, and beautiful bathrooms (we were especially thrilled with the master bathroom). This property is in close proximity to pretty much any store you need to visit. There are a lot of restaurant options close by. Our fur baby was just as thrilled with his space, especially the back yard. Mr. LaRocque was a most gracious host and we benefitted greatly from his all his recommendations. This will always be our 'home address' when visiting Colorado. The Payne Family..... visited 12/27/2020-01/02/2021
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Heidi C., Austin

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cute house, but had flaws

This house was super cute, however many things were missing and misrepresented. First of all, it was advertised as being in Golden, and while it was close to Golden in miles, the actual neighborhood was way more junky than the quaint Golden, proper. It was obvious that the bare minimum was given in relation to the furniture, decor, and cooking utensils....there was art with broken glass, a coffee table that was flimsy, and many not-so-gently used, cheap dishes etc. Also the kitchen drawers were dirty! In fact, the whole house seemed like it needed a good deep cleaning, which is a far cry from the professed luxury that was advertised. Also, it was advertised that all the bedrooms were spaciously spread out over the house, but in fact two of the bedrooms were right next door to one another. The bedspreads were cheap blankets, with no formal comforters. Within day 2 of our 4 night stay we ran out of toilet paper, and the soap dispensers were dilluted with water which squirted everywhere. Some of the good qualities: the house itself had a spacious master suite, there were plenty of windows, and it also had a nice big back yard. The property has huge potential, but was definitely missing many of the luxury touches that would be expected for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Liane S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

A bit of a miss

Overall ok enough. Location was where we wanted mostly, the house is bare bones effort on decor, if I had to describe it, goodwill sheek.. Tge house reeked of cat urine upon entering and lasted.. come to find out, the washing machine was completely disgusting with animal hair, human hair, crusty grime- and the urine smell was also coming from it. The toilet paper holders were at the floor in every bathroom. Zero throw pillows, most of the mattresses were worthless and need replacement. Sheets miss matched, towels need replacement and are musty. The shower curtains, stained.. the floor boards need a complete overhaul. Kitchen lacks decent pans and such. Plenty of silverware. Front and back doors no such privacy, open large windows on each with no curtain to provide privacy. No curtains at all in home. Dust/hair balls everywhere. I ended up cleaning out the washer so it could be usable. I also had to clean out the disgusting bathroom sink drains, too clogged up with hair and chunks of idk what. Bed pillows and blankets were old and not in good shape. Tv and stereo covered in thick dust. The owner had messaged about meeting before and after our stay which we all found very odd, he also messaged about the garage door being open during our stay, it appeared to have a little glitch and opened (or was opened ) while we were out. This could be a great place if it was clean and updated a bit. Overall I wouldn’t stay again unless it’s overhauled
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, easy access to I-70, quiet neighborhood.

This is a beautiful house that has been well taken care of. Access to I-70 is nearly immediate but far enough away to provide nighttime quiet. The property owner lives next door and is quick to respond. He worked with a small issue we had with the doggie door and it was handled within 15 minutes.The beds were super comfortable. You can sink into the couch. Full House access.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seejay P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sherri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great layout and perfect location for us.

The house was in a perfect location for what we needed. The layout of the house was terrific. The kitchen could stand to be stocked a little better, especially with silverware and dinnerware. Plenty of cookware, even had a crockpot, which came in handy. We had a lot of game nights and the dining table was perfect! We also were able to park in the garage, so that was a big plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golden stay

Spacious! Every room was large. Main area was open, with cathedral ceilings. Well-appointed kitchen. Very nice sectional in living room. Might want to consider adding a couple of side chairs or recliners. Being able to park in the garage was a bonus. Tom responded quickly at check-in and check-out, and there were no problems during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

We relocated from WA to CO and were able to stay here during the time it took to get a house. Tom was very gracious and attentive, we would recommend this home.
Stayed 60 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend escape to Colorado

Family from Hawaii and Iowa met in Golden to celebrate a birthday and enjoy the fall colors. The house was clean, well appointed and extremely comfortable. I recommend it highly and look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Tom LaRocque

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I'm a long-time Denver resident, real estate agent, and home builder. Banjo picker and Broncos fan since the 70's. (The EIGHTEEN-70's!) I'll do everything possible to make your stay a great one.

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