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Faith S.
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Apartment
Rifugio: 2BR w/IR Sauna Near Trails & Adventure
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Superior, CO
- Sport Stable3 min drive
- Flatiron Crossing5 min drive
- University of Colorado Boulder8 min drive
- Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Rifugio: 2BR w/IR Sauna Near Trails & Adventure
Unwind in unique retreat inside a earthen home designed for explorers to recharge after adventures.
• Unwind in unique retreat inside a earthen home designed for explorers to recharge after adventures.
• Relax in the sauna, perfect after a day on the trails.
• Fully-equipped kitchen, living room, in-unit washer/dryer, underfloor heating, and plush amenities for a perfect stay.
• Two cozy bedrooms with TVs: 1 king & 1 queen.
• Access stunning trails right behind the house.
• Walking distance to Target/Starbucks/Barnes & Noble.
• 10' to Boulder, 20' to Denver, and 50' to RMNP.
*** THE SPACE ***
In Italian, Rifugio means “shelter” — a place of comfort and warmth after a day of adventures. Designed with sustainability, health, and relaxation in mind, this newly built apartment offers everything you need for a cozy and restorative stay.
This thoughtfully designed space features:
** Two Bedrooms:
• One with a luxurious king bed
• One with a comfortable queen bed
• Both outfitted with plant-based hypoallergenic memory foam mattresses for ultimate comfort.
• Each bedroom includes a 55” 4K TV with access to popular streaming services like Netflix, Max, Disney+, and Paramount+.
** Private Spa Retreat
After a long day of hiking, skiing, or exploring Colorado’s great outdoors, unwind in your own dedicated sauna room featuring an infrared sauna. This calming space is your personal spa, designed to soothe tired muscles, support recovery, and promote deep relaxation. Whether you’re warming up after a snowy trek or winding down from a mountain bike ride, it’s the perfect place to reset.
** A warm and inviting living area:
Perfect for relaxing, featuring a 65” 4K TV with access to the same suite of streaming services, ensuring endless entertainment after your outdoor adventures.
** A fully equipped kitchen:
Ready to support your culinary needs during your stay.
** In-unit washer and dryer:
Complete with natural, eco-friendly detergents, ideal for refreshing your gear after a day on the trails.
** Ultimate comfort:
• Individual mini-split temperature controls in each room.
• Underfloor heating in the bathroom for a warm, cozy experience.
** Reliable gigabit-speed WiFi:
Perfect for staying connected or planning your next adventure.
*** LOCATION ***
Nestled in Superior, Colorado, Rifugio is the perfect base for explorers. With Boulder County’s extensive trail network right behind the house, you can enjoy breathtaking views and serene nature walks just steps away. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, the area offers something for everyone.
We’ve created Rifugio as a peaceful and comfortable retreat for adventurers and explorers looking to recharge and relax.
Come stay with us and make Rifugio your home away from home in Colorado!
*** GUEST ACCESS ***
Guests have access to a private apartment in the lower-level of the owner-occupied home. The apartment has a private entrance and is separated from the main house with no shared living spaces.
• Unwind in unique retreat inside a earthen home designed for explorers to recharge after adventures.
• Relax in the sauna, perfect after a day on the trails.
• Fully-equipped kitchen, living room, in-unit washer/dryer, underfloor heating, and plush amenities for a perfect stay.
• Two cozy bedrooms with TVs: 1 king & 1 queen.
• Access stunning trails right behind the house.
• Walking distance to Target/Starbucks/Barnes & Noble.
• 10' to Boulder, 20' to Denver, and 50' to RMNP.
*** THE SPACE ***
In Italian, Rifugio means “shelter” — a place of comfort and warmth after a day of adventures. Designed with sustainability, health, and relaxation in mind, this newly built apartment offers everything you need for a cozy and restorative stay.
This thoughtfully designed space features:
** Two Bedrooms:
• One with a luxurious king bed
• One with a comfortable queen bed
• Both outfitted with plant-based hypoallergenic memory foam mattresses for ultimate comfort.
• Each bedroom includes a 55” 4K TV with access to popular streaming services like Netflix, Max, Disney+, and Paramount+.
** Private Spa Retreat
After a long day of hiking, skiing, or exploring Colorado’s great outdoors, unwind in your own dedicated sauna room featuring an infrared sauna. This calming space is your personal spa, designed to soothe tired muscles, support recovery, and promote deep relaxation. Whether you’re warming up after a snowy trek or winding down from a mountain bike ride, it’s the perfect place to reset.
** A warm and inviting living area:
Perfect for relaxing, featuring a 65” 4K TV with access to the same suite of streaming services, ensuring endless entertainment after your outdoor adventures.
** A fully equipped kitchen:
Ready to support your culinary needs during your stay.
** In-unit washer and dryer:
Complete with natural, eco-friendly detergents, ideal for refreshing your gear after a day on the trails.
** Ultimate comfort:
• Individual mini-split temperature controls in each room.
• Underfloor heating in the bathroom for a warm, cozy experience.
** Reliable gigabit-speed WiFi:
Perfect for staying connected or planning your next adventure.
*** LOCATION ***
Nestled in Superior, Colorado, Rifugio is the perfect base for explorers. With Boulder County’s extensive trail network right behind the house, you can enjoy breathtaking views and serene nature walks just steps away. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, the area offers something for everyone.
We’ve created Rifugio as a peaceful and comfortable retreat for adventurers and explorers looking to recharge and relax.
Come stay with us and make Rifugio your home away from home in Colorado!
*** GUEST ACCESS ***
Guests have access to a private apartment in the lower-level of the owner-occupied home. The apartment has a private entrance and is separated from the main house with no shared living spaces.
Property manager
Matteo
Premier Host
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Superior
Superior is home to this apartment. Eldorado Canyon State Park and Sawhill Ponds Trailhead reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Water World and WOW Children's Museum. Bay Aquatic Park and Butterfly Pavilion are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with rock climbing, hiking and cycling.
Superior, CO
What's nearby
- Sport Stable - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Flatiron Crossing - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
- Omni Interlocken Resort Golf Club - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
- University of Colorado Boulder - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
- Folsom Field - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Brunelleschi's Superior - 3 min drive
- Loco Hermanos - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 15 min walk
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 4 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Matteo
Matteo grew up in the picturesque mountain village of Asiago, nestled in northern Italy near Venice. His childhood was shaped by the natural beauty and charm of the Alps. After many years of calling Pensacola, Florida, home, Matteo now resides in Boulder, Colorado, where he enjoys hiking and embracing all things outdoors with his wife and children.
Rifugio is a reflection of Matteo’s love for nature and community. This cozy apartment was thoughtfully designed within his home to welcome visiting friends and family, and it’s occasionally shared with guests who, like Matteo and his family, appreciate the breathtaking beauty of Colorado’s outdoors. Hosting allows us to share our space and passion for this incredible area while helping to cover expenses.
Rifugio is a reflection of Matteo’s love for nature and community. This cozy apartment was thoughtfully designed within his home to welcome visiting friends and family, and it’s occasionally shared with guests who, like Matteo and his family, appreciate the breathtaking beauty of Colorado’s outdoors. Hosting allows us to share our space and passion for this incredible area while helping to cover expenses.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood for its perfect blend of convenience and natural beauty. Nestled in Superior, Colorado, it offers easy access to Boulder’s vibrant culture and Denver’s metropolitan amenities while maintaining the quiet, close-knit feel of a small community. One of the biggest draws for us was the incredible trail network right outside our door, allowing us to hike, bike, and explore the stunning Colorado outdoors without needing to drive. The area is safe, family-friendly, and surrounded by breathtaking scenery, making it an ideal location for anyone seeking both adventure and relaxation.
What makes this property unique
Rifugio is a unique apartment located within a house that was thoughtfully rebuilt after the Marshall Fire with a focus on climate resilience, health, and sustainability. The home is the only rebuild in the area constructed from fireproof compressed earth blocks, designed to withstand the changing climate while blending strength with natural aesthetics. Inside, every element prioritizes well-being, from hemp insulation and low/no-VOC paint to non-toxic flooring and furniture, creating a space that is as healthy as it is comfortable.
The apartment shares the benefits of the home’s cutting-edge features, including ERVs (Energy Recovery Ventilators) for continuous fresh air and solar power that makes the house not just net-zero but net-negative—producing more energy than it consumes. Rifugio was created to be a welcoming retreat for guests while showcasing a model of how homes can be designed for safety, health, and sustainability in harmony with the environment.
When you stay at Rifugio, you’re not only enjoying a cozy, modern apartment but also experiencing a space built to inspire and demonstrate what’s possible for the future of housing.
The apartment shares the benefits of the home’s cutting-edge features, including ERVs (Energy Recovery Ventilators) for continuous fresh air and solar power that makes the house not just net-zero but net-negative—producing more energy than it consumes. Rifugio was created to be a welcoming retreat for guests while showcasing a model of how homes can be designed for safety, health, and sustainability in harmony with the environment.
When you stay at Rifugio, you’re not only enjoying a cozy, modern apartment but also experiencing a space built to inspire and demonstrate what’s possible for the future of housing.
Languages:
English, Italian, Spanish
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