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Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown

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Open floor plan - Office desk/chair in foreground
Deck with dining table, umbrella, and lounge chairs
Living room with huge windows showcasing park-like backyard
Living room - comfortable leather couch and lounge chair
Living room with 40` Smart HDTV, seating for 4, bookshelf with books and games.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6118 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Carbondale, CO
  • Place, Elk Mountain Expeditions
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, River Valley Ranch Golf Club
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Roaring Fork River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aspen, CO (ASE-Pitkin County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown

Welcome to your mountain retreat in a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from downtown Carbondale. Perfectly located between Aspen and Glenwood Springs, this bright, open-concept home is an ideal basecamp for skiing, hiking, hot springs, and exploring the Roaring Fork Valley. Start your morning with coffee in the quiet backyard, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and return after a day of adventure to relax and recharge.

Step inside to a bright, open living area filled with natural light from large windows. On clear days you can even catch partial views of Mt. Sopris, a beautiful reminder that you’re surrounded by Colorado’s mountains.

The living room offers a comfortable sofa, Smart TV, and a collection of games, books, and puzzles for relaxing evenings at home.

The home sleeps up to six guests across two bedrooms. The primary bedroom features a king bed and bunk bed, making it perfect for families or small groups. The second bedroom offers another king bed and its own TV. Each bedroom has its own air conditioning so everyone can set a comfortable temperature.

The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals, and the dining table seats six. The local grocery store is just a two-minute drive away.

The bathroom includes a jetted bathtub, perfect for relaxing tired muscles after skiing, hiking, or biking.

Outside, the peaceful backyard and deck are great for morning coffee or evening relaxation. A park just one block away offers a playground and open space for a quick walk or for kids to burn off energy.

Families will appreciate the pack-and-play and high chair, and longer stays are easy with an in-home washer and dryer. The home also includes a private driveway and garage for parking.

Whether you`re returning from skiing in Aspen, hiking with views of Mt. Sopris, or soaking in Glenwood’s famous hot springs, this welcoming Carbondale home is a comfortable place to relax and recharge.
No smoking.
No pets.
No guests other than those on the reservation.
Kindly remove shoes upon entering house.
Close windows before leaving house. Storms come quick!
No fires, incense, or candles.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Close all windows
Set heat or A/C to 73
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking. No pets. No guests other than those on the reservation. Kindly remove shoes upon entering house. Close windows before leaving house.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carbondale

Located in Carbondale, this apartment is in the mountains and on a river. Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and Roaring Fork River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Elk Mountain Expeditions and Linear Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Glenwood Springs Center For The Arts and Glenwood Springs Recreation. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carbondale, CO

What's nearby

  • Elk Mountain Expeditions - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • River Valley Ranch Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carbondale Nature Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Roaring Fork River - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Glenwood Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 25.8 km

Getting around

  • Glenwood Springs Station - 22 min drive
  • Aspen, CO (ASE-Pitkin County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ball Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Club By Pollinator Chocolate - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Carniceria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dos Gringos Burritos - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown on 26 May 2026 start from NZ$420, 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.

How much is parking at Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Home | Backyard Oasis | Close to Downtown located?

This family-friendly Carbondale apartment building is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Elk Mountain Expeditions, Roaring Fork River and River Valley Ranch Golf Club. Carbondale Nature Park and Spring Creeks Ranch are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Karlie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beds and pillows were very comfortable, nice open space, nice to have condiments available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sparky A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Family reunion

Fantastic, will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfy & convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

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

Nice Couple of Days

we enjoyed the comfort and amenities of our couple of days visit to Carbondale. Good location in town and well kept property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from the host. Property was just as described. Lots of coffee/tea choices. All Appliances worked and easy to operate. Beautiful view during the fall. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Criss B.

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

Nice home

We had a nice stay. The house was clean, well stocked and in a nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leisha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is spotless and well-equipped. The owner has given much care and consideration to what he provides as a host. We would definitely rent this place again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oyvind H.

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

Great place

Very easy check in and check out. Pictures of the house match the house
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

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

Quiet neighborhood, short drive to all things Carbondale

We need a house while our son attended a special needs camp in the roaring Fork Valley. It was perfect for our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

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

Fantastic

It was great. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KImber G.

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

Great vacation spot

This house was in a great location and close to everything. The place was spotless with a very well stocked kitchen which we always appreciate. I would definitely stay here again! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan l.

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

great place to base from for everything in the valley and beyond

well kept, easy to follow directions for check in, great beds, towels and host! thanks we'll try to rent from you again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Very nice house and owner.

The house was in a good location and stocked with everything you'd need for a short-term stay. The beds and living spaces were comfortable. We also loved the deck out back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Great Carbondale Vacation Home

We stayed in Carbondale to visit Colorado Mountain College for our son. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and is easy to find. It is close to the main road and is near many restaurants and a park.We enjoyed sitting on the patio in the morning drinking coffee and eating a bagel. Highly recommend the home for anyone planning to visit Carbondale.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Visiting travelers

Very comfortable and convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard G.

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

Gateway to Roaring Fork Valley

Very comfortable (especially the memory foam bed), very clean and well appointed, very pleasant surroundings…felt like home! We will be back !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

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

Work Stay

Rented this home while we were working in the area. Everything was amazing from Communication, amenities, location, tea selection and layout. Will definitely stay here again next time. Thank you. :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Carbondale

We enjoyed our stay. The property was very clean and well stocked with everything you need. James was always available to answer any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

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

Got away

Cute house Close to everything Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Carbondale Stay

This property is a great place to stay. The house was clean and organized upon arrival. The location is convenient to rivers, recreation areas and other towns and cities. James is responsive to messages usually taking one business day to answer my questions. If I had another opportunity to visit this part of Colorado I would stay here with my family again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of great amenities and comforts along with good communication. We are returning guests and consider this home for future travel. The door code did not change between our visits. We need grab bars in the shower please!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiel O.

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

Loved It

James was great, very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted K.

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

House in Carbondale

Owner made it so easy to access. Property was clean and comfortable. Owner provided all the amenities for an excellent visit, including fresh coffee! A convenient location to supermarket and other important stores, Aspen area ski slopes, and main highways.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by James Maguire

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I've lived in the "valley" for over 20 years, mostly in Carbondale. I work in Carbondale doing accounting and real estate.

Why they chose this property

Very clean and well appointed with thoughtful amenities throughout. Nice backyard with small deck and patio furniture. Comfortable beds with high quality linens. Desk, executive chair, and high speed internet for working from home. HDTV Smart TV with Disney +, Hulu, Discovery, and Peacock included. Bikes for cruising around town. Coffee maker and Keurig with k-cups, creamer, sweetener, oatmeal, filtered water, and condiments. Fully stocked kitchen for cooking. Safe, quiet, and friendly neighborhood.
And a jetted bathtub!

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