Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado
If you dreamed of a cozy, romantic log cabin to enjoy for a few days, this is what you have been looking for. You will never forget the bright blue sky against Mount Elbert, Colorado's highest peak, the view of beaver ponds, all sitting by the wood stove, staring at the fire through it's glass door, in a nice leather chair.
Choose from our 3 authentic, yet very comfortable cabin rentals. Buckeye's, Tashi's, & Luna's rental properties are located at 10,300 feet at the headwaters of the Arkansas River in the midst of Colorado's Fourteen-thousand-foot peak region. The cabins are conveniently situated 5 minutes outside of Leadville, Colorado an old historical mining town, 20 minutes from Copper Mountain or Ski Cooper, and 40 minutes from Vail, Breckenridge, Keystone, A-Basin and other world class ski resorts.
World class fishing aright across the road on the headwaters of the infamous Arkansas River.
Close to hiking, skiing, HOV, biking, ice climbing, snowmobile tours, lakes, rivers, fishing, rafting, golfing.
Leadville has it all !!!
Things To Do :
1. Go rafting on the famous Arkansas River 2. There are two very interesting mining museums in town. 3. There is a wonderful new bike path that winds its way through the old mining district and old abandoned mines on The Mineral Belt Trail. In the winter this trail is groomed for cross country and skate skiing. 4. Visit the Tabor Opera House where Broadway shows with the likes of Houdini used to perform in Leadville’s heyday. 5. Visit Baby Doe’s mine, a story in itself for you to discover. 6. Visit the beautiful Turquoise Lake, where you can hike, fish, camp, ski, swim if you dare, or simply drive around. 7. Take a drive over the spectacular Independence Pass which is only open in the summer and will bring you to the Town of Aspen. 8. Play in the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs just outside of the town of Buena Vista. 9. Go for a 4-wheel drive tour along the Continental Divide. 10. Explore or fish the Beaver Ponds and Huts across the street from the Buckeye’s Cabin on the east fork of the Arkansas headwaters. 11. Take a drive to Vail and ride the Gondola to the top of the mountain where Adventure Ridge awaits. 12. Read a good book while relaxing in the cabin. 13. Play at Twin Lakes, the largest glacial lakes in Colorado - Great fishing. 14. Snowmobile tours near the cabin. Ice skating, snowshoeing, or Nordic skiing. 15. Horseback riding tours near the cabin. 16. Dog sledding on Hwy 24 towards Minturn. 17. Take a train ride from Leadville that goes up the pass across from the cabin. Not open in winter. 18. Dutch Henry sledding hill on south end of Town. 19. Lake County ice rink at the end of West Fifth Street. 20. Lake County swimming pool at 1000 West 6th Street. 21. Hayden Meadows: On the banks of the Arkansas River, a small reservoir with excellent ice fishing. 22. Mount Massive Golf Course for golf and Nordic Skiing. 23. Ski Cooper is a 20 minute drive to Tennessee Pass on Hwy 24. 24. Ski Cooper has a complimentary tubing hill 25. Jeep Tours: High Country Jeep Tours - (719) 395-6111 26 ATV Rentals: http://www.2milehiskidoo.com (719) 486-1183 27. Ski-Doo Rentals: www.2milehiskidoo.com (719) 486-1183 28. Bike Rentals: Cycles of Life www.colbikes.com (719) 486-5533 29. Ski Areas: Ski Cooper: http://skicooper.com (800) 707-6114 Copper Mountain: http://www.coppercolorado.com/winter (866) 841-2481 30. Ski Rentals / Back Country Gear: Leadville Outdoors: http://www.leadvilleoutdoors.com (719) 486-7392 Alpine Ski & Sport: https://www.alpineskiandsport.com (719) 486-2331 Leadville Ski Country: http://leadvilleskicountry.com (719) 486-1497
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About the area
Leadville
Leadville is home to this cabin. Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin and Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Massive Golf Course and Ski Cooper. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
Leadville Heritage Museum - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
Tabor Opera House - 6 min drive - 8.7 km
Getting around
Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 8 min drive
The Grill Bar & Cafe - 9 min drive
The Famous - 7 min drive
Two Mile Brewing - 8 min drive
City on a Hill Coffee & Espresso - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado?
As of 19 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado on 19 April 2026 start from NZ$425, 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 Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Buckeye's authentic, comfy, cozy, romantic cabin in Leadville, Colorado located?
Situated in Leadville, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin, Leadville Heritage Museum and National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum. Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad and David May Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
If you are looking for a true cozy cabin that is not in the woods, but convenient to town, this is it. Loved cooking on the stove which brought back memories of childhood Thanksgivings of cooking on the same Tappan stove. Aside from the road noise, we enjoyed every minute.
Carye B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joseph S.
10 August 2018
Beautiful Cabin just outside Leadville
Great cozy place, just a few minutes from downtown Leadville. Very special place, we got engaged on top of Mount Sherman the weekend we stayed here!
Joseph S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bryan D.
28 March 2015
Our third stay, it's like home!
This was our third trip to Leadville over Spring Break, having skied Copper Mountain twice and Ski Cooper once. This place continues to be preferct for our family of four.
It's located on the north side of town, about three miles from the Leadville Safeway to the south. You are closest to Copper and Ski Cooper, both north of Leadville. You have the feeling of being in a secluded cabin setting, yet less than a few minutes from the grocery store. There are many personal touches to really make you feel at home. It's about 20 miles to Copper Mountain, one of my favorite CO mountains, as the mountain is huge, one of the famous 'Summit County' hills, lift lines are short, and it's not pretentious. Plus, being able to stay in Leadville vs a high-end condo is more appealing to our family. And, the owner is a really easy guy to work with. Although we have never met face to face, I consider Paul a friend after three years of swapping snow reports!
This is our second year in the Tashi, a 2-bedroom cabin, one BR with a queen, the other bedroom with twin beds. We stayed in the Buckeye once, also an awesome cabin. Kitchen is well stocked, huge porch, very clean gas grill for your steaks or burgers. The woodbunring stoves work great, maybe too great. Three years and we still can't get a comfortable 'burn', either too hot or needs more wood...but it's fun having a fire. Beds are comfortable, and the living room has easy seating for four.
It's a cabin...plugs are a premium and with this being the 'gadget age', ie phones, computers, Go-Pro, boot dryers, i-Pads, Nooks, Garmans, etc (kind of embarrassing!), it can be a challenge. But, there are a few plug in power strips to get stuff charged as long as you don't want it bedside. Also, no dishwasher or washer/dryer, but the website accurately reflects that. Pictures are spot on!
At the end of the day, if we plan to return to Leadville, I wouldn't consider another property unless this one is booked. No, it's not a five star condo, but good luck finding one in Leadville, as that's not Leadville's vibe. It's clean, comfortable, priced right, and just an absolutely charming place to stay. You have a great feeling of being in the mountains, with town only a few miles away.
Bryan D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
19 September 2012
Very Enjoyable!
While we only stayed 2 nights and the weather was very rainy (much needed, however) we had a great time in Leadville and the cabin was a great place to return to. It's obvious that the owners have put time, energy and love into Buckeye's Cabin. It's both charming and functional. It is extremely clean, the furniture is comfortable and the appliances through-out work well. Our cell phones didn't work there, but the available phone worked just fine. It allowed us to contact the Georgetown Loop RR to up-grade our reservation to 1st Class the morning of our ride, giving us a warm, enclosed car to enjoy the trip on a very wet day. The crocheted and tatted pieces through out the cabin made it feel very warm and welcoming. We look forward to comming back to see some of the things that had closed after Labor Day or that we just couldn't fit into our abbreviated visit. Thank you, Paul and Marie-Christine for sharing your cabin with us.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bob & Tonya D.
26 February 2012
Ski Cooper Perfection
My family stayed here just after Christmas for 14 days. We skied Cooper, only 20 minutes away, and Sunlight, about 1:45 away. The cabin is perfect! Just what you would want and expect from a mountain get away. My two children, 4 & 10, loved it. And yes, "the stove of the future," 1960's style was fun to cook on. A smoky smell from the wood heater was charming. The satellite TV, the hot, hot water in the shower, the decor everything is just great. You are foolish to choose another place to say in or near Leadville.
Bob & Tonya D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Dwight D.
17 April 2011
Perfect Family Ski Getaway
Paul, You go above and beyond to provide a wonderful vacation spot, especially for these Floridians who were seeking a Ski Cooper retreat. We thank you, from the moment we arrived to the warmth of the pot belly stove and the charming cabin decorating/acommodations to your shoveling for us daily. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the skiing was beyond our expectations. The Dudley Family - St. Petersburg, FL (I need your address to ship back "Basket Case" book I'd borrowed from your library.)
Dwight D.
About the host
Hosted by Paul Breitenwischer
We purchased this cozy, romantic cabin as our first home and could not stand to part with it when we moved after we had meticulously restored it. So we decided to go out on a limb and try to rent it short term, so that we could still come back to enjoy it. Luckily for us, everyone else seems to enjoy it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
Leadville is still an example of the old west. Open space, surrounded by 14 thousand foot peaks, an old western town, hundreds of miles of hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, biking trails, lakes, and streams. It doesn't get any better than this.
What makes this property unique
Close to world class skiing of Copper Mountain, Keystone, Vail, and Breckenridge, as well as a great smaller family area, among others, there are hiking trails, biking, back country skiing, snowmobile trips, train rides, museums and so much more... you have views of Mt. Elbert, Colorado's highest peak, as well as other 14 thousand foot peaks from the huge picture windows in the cabin. Live the old west...