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Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m
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Colorado Springs, CO
- Place, Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon Suppers and Original Western Stage Show8 min walk
- Place, Garden of the Gods5 min drive
- Place, US Air Force Academy8 min drive
- Airport, Colorado Springs, CO (COS)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Colorado Room
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Lower Master
1 King Bed
Royal Master
1 King Bed
Spare bedroom/office
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Guest Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
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Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory
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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 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
Colorado Springs
Located in Colorado Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds. Travelling with kids? Consider Space Foundation Discovery Center, or check out an event or a game at Broadmoor World Arena. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Colorado Springs, CO
What's nearby
- Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon Suppers and Original Western Stage Show - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Garden of the Gods - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
- US Air Force Academy - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - 24 min drive - 25.5 km
- The Broadmoor Seven Falls - 26 min drive - 22.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dunkin' - 6 min drive
- Einstein Bros. Bagels - 6 min drive
- Black Bear Diner - 7 min drive
- Whataburger - 6 min drive
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chad M.
10 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Chad M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff C.
2 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, wonderful hospitality
Jeff C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
debbie C.
20 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay in Colorado Springs
debbie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Juli C.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Property
Juli C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dawn b.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular home for USAFA grad week
dawn b.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aaron E.
28 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
Aaron E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann T.
15 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday celebration
Ann T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim L.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Majestic views
Tim L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerod G.
16 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location, Wonderful Stay
Jerod G.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelly W.
1 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, luxurious with a breathtakingly beautiful view
Shelly W.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amber C.
19 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most amazing hosts EVER!
Amber C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jim c.
19 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+
jim c.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristine G.
23 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, great stay.
Kristine G.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff C.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Wonderful Stay
Jeff C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa T.
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house ever!
Melissa T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith B.
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle-like experience
Keith B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jacque B.
21 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Was very nice that the owners set out a welcome note and basket of goodies for our family. .
Jacque B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie D.
28 February 2018
Fabulous home for a family reunion
Julie D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maria W.
7 November 2015
Beautiful Tuscan retreat
Maria W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2015
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patti V.
6 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Patti V.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen T.
21 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Stephen T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early August
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy C.
6 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third stay and will be back!
Tammy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pamela D.
18 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bryan and Joan
Pamela D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
About the host
Hosted by Joan and Bryan Gibson
Natives of Wisconsin, Bryan and Joan Gibson moved to the Springs after a stay of 6 years in Phoenix. Both taught in public and Christian schools for many years, Bryan in the science and math fields and Joan as an art teacher. Now they pursue their interests in art (the home showcases a mural and hand painted furniture by Joan), photography, and astronomy (just ask Bryan for a 'star party' from the deck!). Now, semi-retired, Bryan's an Adjunct Science/Mathematics Professor for a local college and host the local Astrophotography group for the Springs. They have 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren who live in Arizona and California. Bryan also enjoys artisan bread making and custom roasts his own coffee. If you're a coffee lover ask for a cup of what he believes is the world's best roasted coffee beans (Kenya and Kona)!
Why they chose this property
Why Colorado Springs? Compared to the extreme cold of Wisconsin winters and the extreme heat of Arizona summers, coming to Colorado felt like Goldilocks landing in the 'just right' state! We love it here with its mild and sunny, yet variable seasons. We located to the foothills on the city's northwest side to be near Bryan's job as a photographer/videographer and eLearning developer for an international brain training company. Our home was chosen for its views of the city and the mountains. In 2012, the Waldo Canyon Wildfire took our original home as well as those in our immediate and extended neighborhood. After nearly 2 years, our neighborhood is almost 100% rebuilt and is beautiful. We were able to move 'back home' in 2014 and are enjoying our new dream house. While we occupy the main level, we've decided to use the lower level walkout for when our family gathers and to share with others desiring a spectacular home away from home in beautiful Colorado Springs. For four special weeks during the year we are making our entire home available for use by the Air Force Academy parents or other large family groups who need a nice place to stay in Colorado Springs. For most of the remaining balance of the year, the Lower Walkout Level will be available for those needing a very nice place to stay, at a moderate price, for a family of up to 13 individuals.
What makes this property unique
Great location and breathtaking views! A quiet, safe, and newly rebuilt neighborhood that's minutes from the most visited (free admission) park in all of Colorado...Garden of the Gods, as well as Flying W Ranch (chuck wagon dinner and entertainment), and the Navigator headquarters at Glen Eyrie with its beautiful and historic castle. Not much further south is Old Colorado City with its unique shops and eateries, Manitou Springs with its shopping and the challenging incline, the Barr Trail, and the Cog Rail up to Pike's Peak . Many popular destinations in Colorado Springs like the Olympic Training Center, the beautiful Broadmoor Resort, the Air Force Academy, Focus on the Family, and the unique downtown are easily accessible with I-25 a mere 3.5 miles away. Denver and all it offers is only an hour to the north.
Built in an impressive Tuscan style, this new home has an easy access circular driveway, and a wheelchair accessible private entrance to the lower walkout level and studio apartment. Although "events" are not allowed, it's the perfect home to keep the family together for weddings, reunions, graduations, or vacations.
The home now also has a 48A, free to use, Tesla Charging Station and an Observatory with personalized tours for those interested. See wonderful Colorado from our lovely and special home away from home! We'll leave the lights on and the welcome mat ready!
Built in an impressive Tuscan style, this new home has an easy access circular driveway, and a wheelchair accessible private entrance to the lower walkout level and studio apartment. Although "events" are not allowed, it's the perfect home to keep the family together for weddings, reunions, graduations, or vacations.
The home now also has a 48A, free to use, Tesla Charging Station and an Observatory with personalized tours for those interested. See wonderful Colorado from our lovely and special home away from home! We'll leave the lights on and the welcome mat ready!
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