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Adorable Cottage in National Forest -- hiking & climbing steps from your door!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dumont, CO
  • Saint Mary's Glacier
  • Torreys Peak
  • Phoenix Gold Mine
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Adorable Cottage in National Forest -- hiking & climbing steps from your door!

Completely remodeled and upgraded cozy cottage on 2.25 acres in the Arapaho National Forest. There's a cute little bonus shed for private, late-night conversations or a "getaway from your getaway". Relax with 360 degree mountain views and a creek flowing right through the property!
Start hiking or climbing right out your door, or on any of the trails in this small, private community. Located between Idaho Springs and Georgetown, there are nearby breweries, restaurants, and unique shops, as well as skiing, hiking, biking, ziplining, and more. (15% "Chickadee" discount exclusively for our guests at Mountain Mamas' Needful Things in Georgetown).
Also nearby … fox, coyote, bear, elk, deer, moose, bighorn sheep, pine marten, AND MORE.
NEW! Wi-Fi now included! We also have a large collection of ~150 DVDs for your viewing pleasure.

Property manager

Diane
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Dumont

Located in Downieville-Lawson-Dumont, this holiday home is in the mountains. Underhill Museum and Argo Gold Mill and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Georgetown Loop Railroad and Amaze'n Maze Winter Park. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and hiking.
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Dumont, CO

What's nearby

  • Phoenix Gold Mine - 24 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Georgetown Lake - 28 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Monarch Casino Black Hawk - 42 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 42 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Winter Park Ski Resort - 50 min drive - 42.6 km

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 56 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabin Creek Brewing - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's on the Creek - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Empire Dairy King - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mother's Saloon - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Cottage in National Forest -- hiking & climbing steps from your door! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Cottage in National Forest -- hiking & climbing steps from your door!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Cottage in National Forest -- hiking & climbing steps from your door!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Cottage in National Forest -- hiking & climbing steps from your door! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Phoenix Gold Mine, Saint Mary's Glacier and Underhill Museum. Clear Creek and Yankee Hill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

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

Cute and comfortable in a very quiet area

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin is well appointed and very comfortable. Very convenient to I-70 but in a very quiet area up the mountain. Thanks for a great visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran S.

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

Great girls weekend spot

Excellent property in a spectacular location! Spent 5 days with my sister and daughter exploring, this was a great home base!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita u.

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

Great place!

It was absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

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

Great getaway location

The cabin was as advertised and more. It's a charming location with everything you need for your stay. We will definitely consider going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

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

Cute cottage

This was a swonderful cottage and nicely set up for our needs!!! Thank you to our host who was responsive and we really enjoyed our stay in this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja B.

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

Nice place to stay

We enjoyed the house and the location. It was close to trails and activities and provided a nice ‘home away from home’ for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful house, amazing location, and exceptional hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Bierstadt- Mt Evans

Great little cottage located near several 14ers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

This was a beautifully decorated cabin that has everything you need. Perfect location for skiing at Loveland. Can't wait to come back again sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Girls weekend

we had a wonderful time at the cabin tucked into the mountain. It was quiet and peaceful and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

The Chickadee is BEAUTIFUL

My friends and I stayed at the Chickadee for a little holiday get away to enjoy Colorado and ski. We loved the Chickadee. It is such a cute home and met all of our needs. The surrounding area is so beautiful. We could see the stars at night. We really enjoyed the outdoor hang out area and the decor. Everything was clean, up to date, and just wonderful accommodations. The host was very helpful and kind and quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

Fun Getaway

Quiet location in the mountains with beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

Everything was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. Nestled in the mountains with a wonderful coffee shop at the base. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Excellent place!

Hope to stay again. Everything was upscale from the decor to the pots and pans :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

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

Excellent!

This was a beautiful property and the host was quick to reply. We enjoyed the location. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

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

Weekend trip to hit the slopes

Chickadee is the cutest, coziest rental I have ever had. We had significant snowfall and weren't able to use the porch but it looks comfortable. We had plenty of room to spread out our gear and every detail was taken care of for us. It is a 2.5 mile drive up the canyon from I-70 and we enjoyed all the nature and quiet. I hope to be back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute, clean, ample space. We were pleasantly surprised to find food basics to make cooking easier - no need to buy small items for a single use.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Perfect stay for our family of 3!

The property was exactly as advertised, and incredibly charming. We used it as a spring board for a few ski days at Loveland, and it was a lovely little place to come home to after a long day on the slopes. We look forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige K.

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

Great little cottage!

Loved this place! The location was quiet and secluded but still within 15 of two little cute downtowns. Everything was clean and they had all the amenities we were looking for - a grill, kitchen stuff, a fire pit, etc. we were able to pick up local bison and cook there which was nice! We did have a little utility issue but the manager rushed over right away and addressed it. Overall, perfect stay and we would def come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty R.

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

Lovely!

Lovely cottage in the woods. Obviously recently renovated with smart touches. Very, very clean. Responsive hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Mountain getaway

Great place overall - had a couple minor hiccups that’s were taken care of right away. Really enjoyed the location and cabin! Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Peaceful Mountain Stay

Diane was great to work with. The home was clean and had everything you need. The location was great as it was a short drive to Idaho Springs and Georgetown. Thanks for the great hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene H.

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

Wonderful!

It was wonderful! The home and the location were off the charts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erich W.

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

Highly recommend

Clean, comfortable and exactly as described/pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

2nd stay at the Chickadee

We enjoyed our first stay so much that we decided to book again for a ski weekend at Loveland. We love how cozy the place is, and its proximity to Loveland ski area, and restaurants etc. in Georgetown and Idaho Springs. Its a perfect home base for relaxing afternoons/evenings after a good morning on the slops. We'll be back again, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Diane

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That's Todd. We have MANY Todd photos. We live just across the creek (and through the woods) from The Chickadee. We love the serenity of our small forest neighborhood, the wildlife, stargazing, and amazing hikes. We want you to enjoy all the area has to offer too - please let us know if there is anything you need to make the most out of your stay.

What makes this property unique

15% "Chickadee" discount exclusively for our guests at Mountain Mamas' Needful Things in Georgetown.
Hiking trails are in private community. You can hike for hours on the various trails - we have seen moose, elk and other wildlife on our hikes, but very seldom other hikers!

Languages:

English

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