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⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private.

Family-friendly holiday home in Boulder

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⭐️Your Boulder home away from home. See our video in photo position # 3 ➡️ ➡️ ➡️
⭐️ Fireplace in your living room. Relax with coffee or your favorite wine...
⭐️ " Super comfortable Queen-sized bed" Lisa from Seattle
We are 1452 from Pearl St. (2.5 blocks) You can Walk for coffee and dinner
⭐️ Five Star private bathroom. "Best VRBO bathroom ever" Beth from Dallas.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 491.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Boulder, CO
  • Place, Pearl Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Folsom Field
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Colorado Boulder
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

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

About this property

⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private.

Flexible check-in and checkout times

⬆️ ⬆️ ⬆️ CHECKOUT OUR VIDEO - Click the play button above.

➡️ We invite you to experience our PRIVATE FIVE STAR GUEST SUITE which is part of the historic $2.8 million home in which we reside.

➡️ Walk for coffee & dinner... You will be right in the heart of Historic Downtown Boulder four doors down from the "Mork & Mindy" house made famous by Robin Williams.

One bedroom - One sleeper sofa - comfortably sleeps 4.
The 2 sleeping areas are divided by French Doors for Privacy.


BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE. Five Star Guest Suite is one of the most reviewed properties in all of Boulder. No surprises here... Check out our video & reviews.

All of Downtown Boulder is right out the front door. You can walk for coffee & dinner. Check Availability to see if your dates are open >>>

PRIVATE ENTRANCE & BATHROOM. (Our guest suite is not a shared space.) The bathroom will make you feel like you are at a Five Star Hotel...

Book with confidence and stay at the most reviewed property in Boulder!
Five Star Guest Suite is a legal rental registered with the City of Boulder.

Make our luxurious Five-Star guest suite your home away from home in Boulder.

Our location is TWO BLOCKS FROM PEARL ST. where you’ll find amazing shopping, restaurants, and culture right out the front door—no car needed. (FREE PARKING IF YOU DO)

Our walkability score is 95. We are within walking distance of the Boulder Transit Center.

Are you getting married? Five Star guest suite is a perfect choice if you want a little privacy from the rest of your crew, yet still be within walking distance of all the hotels and venues downtown.

➡️ Our terms to book are fair & simple. 25% down to secure the reservation. Then the balance is due 14 days before arrival. If you need to cancel, just do so before the second payment is due. We will issue you a full refund...

Travelers who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid. All funds are held by VRBO- We are not paid until after you check in.

* Stay at the most HIGHLY RATED property in Boulder, located in the very upscale and quiet neighborhood of Whittier. The best of all of Boulder is right out the front gate. Our guests love being able to walk for coffee in the morning, or dinner in the evening. Check for availability now ➡️ ➡️ ➡️

* We are proud to be only the fourth owners of this Historic Legacy home in 122 years. Our guest suite offers 980 square feet of total privacy that includes two fireplaces and a washer/dryer. Why stay in a noisy 200-square-foot hotel room?

* This one-bedroom guest suite is FULLY FURNISHED with everything you’ll need, including fine linens and towels, new furnishings, great artwork, and a new queen-size "DREAM SLEEPER" mattress.

* The guest suite Kitchenette is well equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, microwave and toaster oven, hot plate, wine cooler, and coffee maker—and all the dishes, utensils, and glassware one needs to prepare a wonderful meal at home. (Everything but a full stove)


* In addition, a queen-size pullout sofa ( With a new mattress) is perfect for children or a second couple. The family room is separated from the guest suite by French doors that close for privacy, comfortably accommodating four people. Please see our video.

* RELAX IN FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE and make this your home away from home while in Boulder. * The space has been designed and furnished with no architectural detail overlooked, including Venetian plaster and reclaimed 150-year-old red-oak floors, two fireplaces, and a well-lighted office area with great storage and a private and secure high-speed Wi-Fi network for all your multi-media needs.

* You will also find a huge closet for all of your storage needs.

* Boulder is a world-renowned culinary destination, with scores of great restaurants within walking or biking distance.

* Have you ever thought of MOVING TO BOULDER? What better way to get the lay of the land… Everything was designed to be turnkey for your visit, and the space is perfect for a visiting entrepreneur, athlete, or professor.

* Take advantage of the garden and private backyard for your morning coffee or a read.

* This is your opportunity to stay in a historic Boulder home, in complete comfort and privacy. Easy to book - Check for availability to see if your dates are open.

We look forward to meeting you!

With warm regards,
Dr. Kelly & Richard Schuh

Keywords: Downtown Boulder. Boulders Top Rated Listing. Private Home / Pet Friendly / All inquiries answered in 24 Hours. Visa / MC accepted

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Many parks and play areas nearby
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
WE love pets- woof
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This home is non-smoking; including Marijuana.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you have opened a window, please close it and lock it before you depart…
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

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

About the area

Boulder

Located in Central Boulder, a neighbourhood in Boulder, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sawhill Ponds Trailhead and Eldorado Canyon State Park, while Boulder Theater and Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Long's Iris Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Folsom Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boulder, CO

What's nearby

  • Downtown Boulder Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pearl Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Boulder Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Folsom Field - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • University of Colorado Boulder - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Arvada Ridge Station - 35 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Illegal Pete's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Postino - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boxcar Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪New Yorkese - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at ⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private.?

As of 1 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private. on 11 November 2025 start from NZ$469.87, 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.

What time is check-in at ⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ⬆️ See our video: Walk to Pearl St - 2.5 blocks; Fireplace; Luxurious & Private. located?

This family-friendly Boulder holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Downtown Boulder Historic District and Pearl Street Mall. University of Colorado Boulder is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 302 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

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

Great weekend stay

Quiet neighborhood, easy access, no fuss stay. Clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

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

So fantastic

Amazing hosts and amazing location.We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Great girls get away

Richard was excellent with communication and making check in easy and seamless. The property was a short walk from Pearl street which is an awesome place to shop and eat. it's also close to many amazing hiking trailheads.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

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

Boulder vrbo

It was wonderful! Would gladly stay here again next time! Adorable cottage and close to Pearl St,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M., Reno

Perfect location very walkable!

We had a lovely time at your Boulder property. It had everything we needed and was perfect for our weekend. Very dog friendly and a beautiful neighborhood! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Lovely home, location, and owners

My family had a wonderful, comfortable stay at the house. The property owners were super helpful and friendly, and the house was a short walk from excellent restaurants and shopping on Pearl Street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Great location

Great location. Nice private basement unit. Good for any time of year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

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

Explore Boulder

Great easy hiking near historic downtown. Drove to Estes Park, shopped, hiked Lily Lake, walked to Stanley Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leti B., San Antonio, TX

Inviting!

Great location!! We were able to walk just about everywhere! Lots of comfortable space (could see staying here with our kids )! Would love to stay here on our next trip to Boulder! !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lisa R., Portland, OR

Boulder vrbo

This vrbo is in a great location, in a lovely neighborhood close to Pearl Street. Highlights were the nicely renovated space, great shower, comfortable furnishings and proximity to hiking into the Boulder foothills. The owners were friendly and accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

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

Great neighborhood

Was in Boulder for an extended stay for my son's wedding in downtown Boulder. This property was walking distance to Pearl and the wedding festivities. Great space. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

nancy B., Garner

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

wonderful

Really enjoying staying at this house. very clean and was just right for the four of us. We parked our car and walked to Pearl street. So eadsy. Very quiet place to stay. Enjoyed the patio for us. Great place to stay . 5 big stars for the host!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

WINTER IN BOULDER

My review of this property is excellent. We found it clean, quiet and very comfortable - especially the bed. Richard was great to work with. I could not believe how easy it was to make the reservation and have everything go off without a hitch. We were even able to bring our dog Milo !

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

Lovely Property in Beautiful Neighborhood

We had a great visit. The apartment is lovely, comfortable, and well stocked. Hosts are a gracious couple who are fully available without any hovering. Private patio is a great perk on nice evenings. Home is easily accessible to restaurants, shopping district and public transit but still very peaceful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Trey S.

Nice location, loud from upstairs, very uncomfortable bed, broken couch bed

Definitely find all the family photos in the guest suite a bit strange... it feels like you are staying in someones house.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Great spot to stay in Boulder

Cool vibe, charming and extraordinarily accommodating hosts. This property checks all the minimal expectation boxes, and goes far far beyond. The kitchen/family room area is very cool, the bed and in fact all accommodations are very comfortable. The space is perfect. It's highly walkable to Pearl Street. Just loved it! And again, the hosts professional, thoughtful, responsive and are just wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Ursula S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location, but "5-Star" is a stretch

Great location to explore Boulder and lots of on-street parking, which helped because we visited on a very busy weekend. The place was not at all spotless (nor was the extra bedding), which begs the question of these hefty cleaning fees. Felt private (no in-person communication with upstairs owners) and we appreciated the laundry. BUT, the huge double fridge in the kitchen hummed ceaselessly, and the stairs to the owner's upstairs home created a sense of feeling like we were just staying in their basement rather than in a separate guest suite. Overall, I'd say overpriced for what it is, but they're banking on the location to get you to book it at this price-point.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not what it seems

It was a clean and welcoming environment. But we did not see that it was a rental space that is also shared with the owners. They come and go from the rental as they wish while renters are there. So privacy is limited to almost non existent. The bedroom area is in the front of the rental and has no complete privacy or way to close it off
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J., Columbus, OH, USA

Perfect Boulder neighborhood

We loved our stay at this property for graduation weekend at CU. The location was perfect for Pearl St. access, and for just strolling around the Boulder area. We had three adults, and plenty of space, with two parallel rooms. You enter into the main bedroom, sleeping area, but it has a nice sitting area/ couch at the far end. The other space in this basement apartment is another small living area with a fold out couch and dining table. Kelly and Richard were great hosts, and responded to any of our requests quickly. Really enjoyed the outdoor sitting area for morning coffee (the weather was perfect for our long weekend). Bathroom had good space and plenty of hot water for the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Great Location. Great Hosts. Great Atmosmosphere

The guest residence has spectacular design detail. It was very inviting and relaxing. We rented it for two nights. One night before we moved our freshman daughter into CU and one night after. It was perfect for the three of us to spend time together. The sitting area was conducive to unwinding and conversation. You almost did not want to leave. But the location was excellent. My wife and I woke each morning and walked 2.5 blocks to The Laughing Goat for 6:00 am coffee. On our last night, we walked over to Pearl Street and had plenty of restaurants from which to choose. Richard and his wife were gracious and welcoming hosts. If there is availability, we will try to stay there again when visiting Boulder.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Good Overall

I'd rate different aspects of our stay differently. The homeowners, Dr. Kelly and Richard, get a full 5 stars. They were so friendly, welcoming and helpful. The location also gets 5 stars. It was so convenient to Pearl Street and the amazing downtown area. The first impression of the private patio and stairs to the suite get 3 stars. Both the furniture and the stairwell needed to be swept and cleaned off. The living spaces were nice and more than adequate for our stay. While the bathroom was nice, the Venetian plaster doesn't allow for easy clean-up like a high gloss paint would. There were make-up marks and toothpaste on the walls near the sink. When the lights were turned up in the living spaces, they were dimmable, they flickered. Not sure if the bulbs aren't dimmable but it was a bit like subtle strobe lights. The sleeper sofa springs were broken making it unusable, which was disappointing. We appreciated that they offered different soaps for the bathroom and kitchen but the dish soap pump was broken so just having just a small bottle of dish soap would be handier. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay here but would recommend the few small tweaks mentioned above.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

corrie w., Where do you live?

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

Great stay. Close to everything.

We typically have a few main criteria when picking a place to stay in Boulder. We don’t spend a lot of time indoors when we’re here. We like to be able to quickly get to hiking and then be able walk to dining and shopping. Pearl Street is an easy 3-4 minute walk. The stay at the house included street parking right in front, so there was never a need to drive to Pearl and pay to park. The bed and pillows were comfortable and just as pictured. There is a nice sitting area outside to enjoy the weather. Numerous grocery stores and shopping nearby. Almost every hike was a 15 minute drive from the house which was perfect. The space has a nice indoor sitting area near the bed and fireplace and a large closet with dresser for your clothes. The bathroom is exactly as pictured and the shower had good water pressure. The unit has a free standing air conditioner in the suite which works perfectly for the space. We were here at the end of summer so it wasn’t cool enough to keep windows open yet. There was also a small turbo fan for those who need white noise. A few items of note 1) the suite is down a flight of stairs, so if you have any issues with stairs this may not work for you; 2) as stated, the suite is completely private, however there is a shared area where the washer and dryer are, that being said, we never bumped into the owners in the shared area; 3) there is a TV, located in the 2nd sitting room off of the kitchen area. Overall, great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this gorgeous home on a beautiful street. It was very quiet and comfortable. Thank you for sharing your guest suite with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodations, roomy, very pleasantly appointed. Friendly and welcoming host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kelly & Richard Schuh

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Richard and I are only the fourth owners of this historic Boulder home in 125 years. We have been on VRBO for 16 years, have hosted over 2000 guests, (Over 4 booking channels), and are the most-reviewed property in all of Boulder. Please be aware of rookie hosts.

The home has been carefully restored and we are proud to be the next generation to carry the torch. Richard is a small business owner and I am a Doctor. The main part of the home is our primary residence, with the guest suite being completely separate. You will have your own private entrance, bath, fireplace, and kitchenette. If you have not already seen our video, check it out...



We look forward to having you as guests !!
Dr. Kelly & Richard

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location...

The home is our primary residence. Richard bought the property in September of 2006, just after the renovation. Every home flipper in town had looked at it until the previous owner pulled the trigger and hired the best craftsmen and tradesmen in town for a top-to-bottom gut renovation.

Richard was in town after an Outward Bound excursion and discovered the home while riding a bike through the historic district. It came down to: If I don't buy this house, I am going to regret it.

So he bought it and moved from Minnesota.

What makes this property unique

Mapleton @ 17th Street. The location cannot be beat. You will be right in the heart of Downtown Boulder and be able to walk to everything. Five Star Guest Suite is not near Downtown Boulder. We are Downtown Boulder...

As well, the guest suite is very private and comfortable. The architect designed it to feel like a suite in a Five Star hotel with all the amenities you would expect. Beautiful artwork & furniture. Fine linens & Towels. Washer & dryer. The home is located in a very quiet neighborhood in the historic district 4 doors down for the 'Mork & Mindy' house.

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