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Charming Home quiet neighborhood lovely back yard 5 min from Garden of Gods

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Eden 2 in summer, our home in a quiet setting near to many attractions.
Property grounds
Our lovely home in winter -nestled in the pines in the foothills of the Rockies.
The Welcome mat is out for you!
Our quiet garden patio with pond and fountain.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Colorado Springs, CO
  • Place, Garden of the Gods
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Glen Eyrie Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cave of the Winds
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming Home quiet neighborhood lovely back yard 5 min from Garden of Gods

Location, location, location!! Wonderfully quiet and friendly neighborhood; walking distance to the Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle; 15 minute drive to the Air Force Academy, Cave of the Winds, Olympic Museum and Training Center; hiking and biking galore; and two and a half hours to Monarch Ski Resort and Monarch Dog sled Rides. One hour to Royal Gorge and world class rafting, fishing, and whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River.

Enjoy the beautifully appointed interior of this custom home and the lovely patio and garden, lawn area and large deck (with propane grill). There are four solariums, quiet and set apart as reading rooms and rooms of inspiration (one is an artist's studio). When not relaxing by the fountain, enjoy a round of horseshoes or corn hole, or lounging in one of the shaded hammocks. With four air-conditioned bedrooms and three full baths this home comfortably sleeps 8. (The fourth bedroom doubles as a TV room). The Master Bedroom has a small child's bed at the foot of the bed, and another bedroom has a crib. High chairs are also available. There is a laundry room and a loft that is outfitted as a children’s play area.

The kitchen is equipped with large and small appliances and is fully stocked. There is an island with a butcher block top and bar stools. The dining room has a table that seats up to 8, and expanded seats up to 12. The patio table on the deck seats 6. There are two large screen TVs, one in the study and one in the master bedroom and there is Century Link high speed internet and Dish TV.

Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City and the Cog Railway are 15 minutes away. Opportunities for hiking, biking, and jogging abound. You can hike, drive or take the cog railroad up Pike's Peak. In the winter enjoy downhill skiing at Breckenridge, Monarch, Keystone, A Basin etc. Cross country skiing and dog sledding are available at Monarch Mountain. White water rafting is available at many locations with-in a couple hours drive, along the Arkansas River. The Royal Gorge, with many thrill activities, is only one hour away.

Come and enjoy a relaxing retreat in Eden 2. It will make a great home base for Air Force Academy events or any excursions in Colorado Springs or as a gateway to the mountains, on highways that are much less crowded than Denver.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Play area in loft and outdoor play spaces.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Events Allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Events Allowed
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Colorado Springs

Located in Northwest Colorado Springs, a neighbourhood in Colorado Springs, this holiday home is in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Pikes Peak Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds. Travelling with kids? Make time for Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Broadmoor World Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Colorado Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Garden of the Gods - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Glen Eyrie Castle - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Colorado College - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Red Rock Canyon Open Space - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Cave of the Winds - 22 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Home quiet neighborhood lovely back yard 5 min from Garden of Gods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Home quiet neighborhood lovely back yard 5 min from Garden of Gods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Home quiet neighborhood lovely back yard 5 min from Garden of Gods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Home quiet neighborhood lovely back yard 5 min from Garden of Gods located?

This family-friendly Colorado Springs holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Space Foundation Discovery Center and Garden of the Gods. Cosmo's Magic Theater and Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BLAKE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and hosts. Love the area. Close to the academy if you have a child at the Air Force Academy.. also nice neighborhood for exercising.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home and location for USAFA parents' weekend and family get-together. We were very impressed with the well-stocked kitchen and individual AC units in each bedroom. Cleanliness, condition of appliances, and communication were all top-notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

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

Great home!

Great location, very convenient to Garden of the Gods and Pike’s Peak. We loved the well stocked kitchen and spacious accommodations. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry G.

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

Blissful Eden 2

Very excellent property ! Excellent location ! And after a hard day of hiking and touring "most" of the sites around Colorado Springs, it was amazing to come home to a silent, peaceful and serene setting in a beautiful neighborhood. All and everything you need for a very relaxing retreat !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Great Home and Location for USAFA Events

We had a great week at this home - it was in a great neighborhood and was close to many of the activities we had planned. Weather could have been nicer so that we could have utilized the patio/decks, but just had a cold/wet couple of days last week.Great interactions with the owners - thanks for making the trip enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kettrin S.

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

Great retreat

Located close to many activities so it made it convenient to go back & forth to the house. We had two babies age 2 & under. The convenience of a crib, portable crib, high chairs & a great play room with books & toys was ideal. Host were awesome & prompt to respond to us.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis P.

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

Excellent stay

House was great and the check-in and out was easy.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Vrbo stay

Great location. The owners were very attentive Thank you for sharing your home We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald Y.

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

Comfortable and beautiful

Diane and Dave were great hosts. This was a perfect place to stay to visit nearby family while having access to Pike's Peak, Garden of the Gods, and groceries, etc. The place had all we needed, was clean, and Diane and Dave ensured they were accessible for anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Comfortable, spacious, and gracious

Well-equipped and lovely home close to Garden of the Gods. Hosts were responsive and very accommodating. Comfortable for 6 adults.
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

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

Fantastic location!

This property was well maintained and had everything we needed and more. The hosts were wonderful and we enjoyed their house. Location was great for all the places we were going to visit and hike. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

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

Family vacation

Enjoyed the back yard, breakfast and dinner on the deck! House had about anything you might need. Location was very convenient to our favorite area attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Great for families

Great home and location. Art studio and toys to entertain kids. Cozy and everything you need. The owners were so sweet and had great communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

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

Lovely home in great spot

We greatly enjoyed our stay! The location was wonderful and the house had all we needed for our group of six. The kids enjoyed the toys and board games, and the internet and office space worked well for the few days I had to work virtually during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location and comfortable stay

We enjoyed our stay here. It was close to everything -Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Old Town Colorado Springs and Downtown Colorado Springs. The house was very nice and clean. The house had everything we needed and the hosts were very responsive and accommodating. Overall, we had a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Great place to stay!

We came with 5 adults; two couples and a single. The accommodations were well suited for both privacy and togetherness. The house is full of interesting things to view and experience. The neighborhood is quiet and close to many scenic attractions, with easy access to Interstates. We were out and about most of the time, and coming back each evening was safe and pleasant. Communication was easy and overall, it was a really nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

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

Cozy Colorado

This is a great property if you are looking to be really close to Garden of the Gods, Old Colorado City, and Manitou Springs. We relaxed on the many cozy porches after long days of sightseeing. Dave and Diane are great communicators and the check in process is so smooth and easy. We love this place and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creative Space

Very close to Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak and old town. Comfortable enough. Nice yard for relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Donald O.

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

Great location, comfortable beds and thoughtful amenities

Our stay was excellent. David and Diane have thought of everything. Great amenities, and attention to detail. The stairs are a bit difficult if mobility is a concern. We would definitely return to this interesting home and peaceful back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Hosts were very accommodating. Communication was wonderful. House had a lot of space.A big negative is no central air. Only wall units in the bedrooms. No A/C in the downstairs at all in the common areas, kitchen, etc. A ceiling fan and one of the bedrooms didn’t work. The day I arrived the house was all closed up, no ceiling fans on or floor fans. house stay at 81 for five hours. Was very disappointed that there was not central air (as advertised) as Colorado can get hot in the summer. There are three bedrooms upstairs and a study downstairs with a pullout, thinking there was actually four bedrooms, which was not the case.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Vow renewals in Colorado Springs

This was perfect house as the location was 5 minutes from our house and lots gor kids to do. Had plenty of space as most grandkids eanted to stay with us. But we all cooked dinner 2 nights in zVRBO which was fabulous. All the kitchen ware was at hand!! Would rent again if lot of family comes to visit
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria R.

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

Comfortable and thoughtful

Our stay was so perfect and comfortable. They thought of everything you could possibly ever need. Beds were comfortable. The solariums were nice spaces. There was plenty of room for each of us, from gamers to toddlers to late sleepers and early risers. The hosts were the NICEST and SWEETEST people with empathetic hearts and adoring souls. Lovely people and a wonderful stay! We’re already planning our next trip back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Warm and welcoming home in a beautiful place

Spacious, nice house with warm, familial touches in virtually every room. It was a great place to share a family meal, plan the next day's adventure and get a superb night's rest. Very peaceful and beautiful neighborhood, with breathtaking views literally just outside the front door. Located so close to so many must-see and must-do things. My family gave this home an A+. And I agree.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Beautiful home and wonderful location.

We loved our stay in this beautiful home. Quiet neighborhood and just minutes away from everything we wanted to see! It was a very spacious home for our family of 9. Everything you need is right at your finger tips. The kitchen has everything we needed to cook a meal. And we enjoyed the deer that decided she wanted to stay a few nights with us too chilling in the front yard! Lovely home and would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla R.

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

Spacious and comfortable

We were traveling with our three kids so we wanted to be in a safe area but also close to some of the attractions. We enjoyed the welcoming feel to Dave and Diane’s home. It was very clean with lots of different seating options inside and outside. The two youngest enjoyed the tree swing and some of the toys in the loft. If I had questions, the hosts were super quick at responding and always helpful. We will recommend them to anyone who is vacationing in Colorado Springs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Hathaway

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We have been married for 50 years and lived for 13 years in New England, 20 years in Canada, and two in China before coming to Colorado in 2006. We have four married kids and 15 grands.

Our family gathers at our home for holidays and regular get- togethers. It is a home filled with wonderful memories.

Why they chose this property

This was our dream home because of its wonderful design, fabulous yard and especially the location in a quiet neighborhood near Garden of the Gods. We wanted a home that was also a retreat for us, our family and the many guests we entertain. The 15 foot high brick wall in the living room provides a perfect gallery for our paintings from around the world. The French doors throughout the house give it charm and grace. The gardens, lawns, fruit trees give us a playground for our family.

What makes this property unique

Our quiet neighborhood and proximity to the front range (Pike's Peak) affords hiking, biking, and other adventure opportunities right out the front door. We have four grandchildren that live across the street, and every weekend morning they burst into our kitchen for "Papa waffles"! Our yard, patio and deck always provide an oasis from the sun and seclusion from neighbors because of the multitude of trees on the property!

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