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Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory

Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory

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Lower Level Walkout and Studio Apartment  with Observatory and backyard.
Observatory, outdoor seating, and game alley for corn hole and ladder golf.
Covered patio and Lower Level Walkout Entrance
Aerial view from Flying W Ranch Road
Spacious living/kitchen great room.

Overview of Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory

5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Colorado Springs, CO
  • Popular LocationGarden of the Gods6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlen Eyrie Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCave of the Winds20 min drive
  • AirportBroomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)88 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

About this property

Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory

Featured in our local Springs magazine as a 'Home Sweet Home', this beauty is located on the northwest side of Colorado Springs, south of the Air Force Academy. Set in a safe and quiet neighborhood, this gorgeous home is near Flying W Ranch (open now with chuck wagon dinner shows), Glen Eyrie Castle, Garden of the Gods Park, the Cog Rail up to Pikes Peak, Space Museum, Olympic Museum, and many other attractions.

There are four (5) options available to meet your needs.
OPTION 1: Lower Walkout Level sleeping up to 10 guests with minimum 3 night stays. Rates are contained in this quote.

All the following OPTIONS require the QUOTE TO BE EDITED.

OPTION 2: Lower Level plus Studio Apartment (3600 sq ft) sleeping 14 guests. Rents for $899/night and is great for larger groups all on one level. Minimum stay is 3 nights.

OPTION 3: Studio Apartment alone for sleeping up to 4 guests. Rents for $249/night with 2 night minimum stays.

OPTION 4: Lower Walkout Level plus the Main Level which sleeps 12 guests with an upstairs master suite. Rents for $999/night. Minimum 5 night stay required.

OPTION 5: Entire Home (6500 sq ft): Please contact us or go to listing #1755327. Includes the Lower Level Walkout, the Main Level, and the Studio Apartment sleeping 16 guests. It rents for $1250/night with minimum 5 night stays.

OPTION 1:
This spacious, comfortable, and elegant (2,500 sq ft) Lower Level walks out on to covered and furnished patios with views of the city, mountains, and eastern plains. Enjoy morning sunrises and evenings of twinkling city lights, while deer and rabbits visit often and sometimes bighorn sheep can be spotted on a nearby ridge.
The landscaped back yard is home to a new and unique Observatory which we'd be happy to show all interested guests! We also added a game alley for playing corn hole and ladder golf.
Enter in to a great room (key coded private entry) where the leather couches are the perfect place to relax, converse, or watch the 55" HDTV (cable, Netflix, dvds, and Play Station 3). There's an expandable 9' trestle table and chairs with leather seats for everyone to gather.
The well appointed kitchen has an island for food prep or serving, has a walk in pantry complete with extra small appliances, additional folding chairs, and booster seats. . There's a coffee station, microwave, toaster, and dishwasher. All that you need to prepare and serve meals is provided. (except the food!)
Through wooden castle-like double doors is a game room with a quality combination pool and ping pong table, and an air hockey table.
There are 4 bedrooms sleeping 10 guests. All are large, comfortable, and well decorated.
One master bedroom has a massive king bed with marble top nightstands, a vintage secretary desk, a side chair, and full size closet.
The other master bedroom (the Royal Room) has a king bed, nightstands, a bench, a full size closet, and a turret sitting area painted with a mural (by the artist/owner) and furnished with a round table and velvet chairs.
Another very large bedroom has a queen bed, a trundle bed with 2 twins, a matching desk, a mirrored dresser, trunks, and full size closet.
The fourth bedroom features two XL Twin beds with vintage barn door headboards and a full size desk. This room contains a linen closet and a clothes closet.
All bedrooms are provided with necessary bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths for each guest.
We also have 2 pack n plays for toddlers and babies, as well as a safety gate for blocking the steps or for containment inside or out.
There are two full bathrooms, with double sink vanities, and rain shower/bathtub combinations, and private/semi private toilets. Each bathroom is centered between 2 of the bedrooms. One of the bathrooms has a laundry closet with a stacked LG front loading full size washer and dryer using HE detergent.
The landscaped back yard is home to a new and unique Observatory which we'd be happy to show all interested guests! We also added a game alley for playing corn hole and ladder golf. Enjoy the views from porch swings and rocking chairs, multiple outdoor eating areas, and from under the observatory.

Option Two: Lower Level Walkout plus Studio Apartment

This newly added industrial themed adjoining studio apartment (1,000 sq ft) under the garage sleeps 4 people. With its own entrance, it is light and airy, open and inviting, comfortable and relaxing. This new and fun space features concrete ceilings, half stone walls, and custom Edison bulb light fixtures.
There's a comfortable king wall bed with built in reading lights that's easily raised and lowered. Heavy privacy curtains can be drawn around it at night. A daybed with a pop-up trundle has two twin beds. A portable lightweight screen can be set up for more privacy.

The bathroom has a walk-in rain shower with colored lights, a double sink vanity, private toilet, and a closet with hanger rail and drawers.

The kitchen area has a microwave/convection oven, a 2 burner induction stove top, a large refrigerator, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, toaster, and a butcher block island with stools. All you'd need to prepare and serve meals (not the food) is provided including spices! There's also walk in pantry for storing groceries and odds and ends. The glass top table and 4 stools are elevated to maximize the great views from the windows.
A large screen Smart TV with a blue ray player (dvds available) are in the comfortable living area with a cushioned settee, wicker chairs, and a desk with a rolling chair. A lighted and mirrored cabinet is filled with card, dice, and board games.
Through a sliding barn door is a small room with a Precor treadmill from which you can watch TV as well. This is also a great place to store suitcases, coolers, etc.
There's also a laundry closet with a full size front loading washer and dryer, a rack for air drying clothes, an iron and ironing board.
While being totally private with its own wheelchair friendly entrance, it can adjoin the lower level through a lockable door.

Option 3: Studio Apartment Alone
Everything described above plus an outdoor grill and an umbrella covered patio table and 4 chairs, access to the observatory, game alley, and breathtaking views.


These three options will provide you with a great home away from home and a wonderful home base for exploring Colorado! You'll love it here!


To see photos for OPTIONS 4 or 5, go to Listing #1755327.

Permit Number: A-STRP-23-0265
License Number R00772844


Property manager

Joan and Bryan Gibson
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Mountain view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Though marijuana is allowed in Colorado, our property is not 420 friendly in any form.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Garden of the Gods - 6 min drive
  • Glen Eyrie Castle - 8 min drive
  • US Air Force Academy - 10 min drive
  • Red Rock Canyon - 11 min drive
  • Cave of the Winds - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dutch Bros Coffee - 7 min drive
  • Black Bear Diner Colorado Springs - Garden of the Gods - 7 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 7 min drive
  • Panda Express - 6 min drive
  • Josh & John's Naturally Homemade Ice Cream - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing City and Mountain Views from Lower Level of Tuscan Home with Observatory located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Space Foundation Discovery Center and Garden of the Gods. Trampoline World Gymnastics and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle-like experience
Well appointed home that had a castle-like theme with a turret, painted in a Princess theme with a round table in center of turret. My 5 year old granddaughter fully appreciated. There was an on-site observatory built that the host more than happily gave tours. Accommodations were plentiful for my group of 9 that include three kids! Conveniently located to area sight seeing venues and of course, the mall for the shoppers in my group! The hosts checked in several times during our six day stay to ensure all was well! Highly recommend as the ratings indicate! . Keith Bishop and Family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Juli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Property
This house exceeded our expectations. And, the owners were absolutely awesome! We’ll be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

dawn b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular home for USAFA grad week
We rented this beautiful home to accommodate our friends and family for graduation week. Joan and Bryan are amazing hosts that thought of every little detail to make our stay pleasant and flawless. Thank you for making our stay so memorable! We couldn’t have booked a more ideal home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Patti V., Kansas City, MO USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
We had such a great time! This property was even better than the pictures presented, and was the best equipped property we have stayed at, everything we needed! Views were amazing and we were lucky enough to be able to tour the observatory. Overall just a wonderful stay at a beautiful location.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early August
This property was perfect for our visit! Joan and Brian were wonderful hosts and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joan and Bryan Gibson

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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!

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