You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College
★ CLEAN - perfume-free cleaning, disinfection and sanitation ★ LOCATION - historic neighborhood is beautiful and central ★ COMFORTABLE - great gathering areas inside and out
Civilized doggies welcome with approval.
"Best VRBO Ever ..." ~ Sandy
"... by far one of our favorite places worldwide."
"I would need more than this little box to do Beth justice... I wish you ran these all over the country!" ~ Daniel
"We had such a fabulous stay & Beth is an absolutely amazing host!! ... plenty of space to spread out, charming interior design, games, entertainment, convenient location & delightful surprises. It was very hard to leave! I can't recommend it highly enough." ~ Eric
"WONDERFUL PLACE!!! You won’t be disappointed staying here!! Great location and house has everything you need and then some. As a host myself, I was extremely pleased with everything! Can’t wait to go back." ________________________________________________________
This beautiful Craftsman home (built in 1925) is the perfect base-camp for your Colorado Springs stay. Walking distance to downtown, Colorado College, Monument Valley Park and Penrose Main Hospital. Minutes to the I-25 corridor, Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Pikes Peak, the Olympic Training Center, Air Force Academy, Seven Falls, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and all the year-round beauty and adventure the Pikes Peak area offers. The Royal Gorge, Cripple Creek and Denver are within an hour’s drive.
My property is registered with the City of Colorado Springs as a vacation home. Permit # A-STRP-24-0040
ABOUT THE HOUSE This stunning 4000sf historic home has been lovingly maintained and updated. Huge rooms, original windows and wood work, three floors to spread out in and a plethora of amenities make it a true home-away-from-home for groups and families alike. Beautiful yard and gardens, open front porch, enormous rear deck, stream, camper and play area in the back yard, make outdoor time and enjoyable as the indoors.
A note to those of us who have sensitive noses: I never allow smoking of any kind in my home, I clean with perfume-free and low-odor cleaners, use perfume-free laundry detergent, and silver-ions (odor-free, long-lasting anti-mircobial) on all kitchen and bathroom surfaces after cleaning. I also have a 1-day "buffer" between guest stays as an extra safety measure.
AMENITIES Free High-Speed Wifi - 500Mbps fiber internet service with mesh WiFi. Kitchen Equipment - high-end gas stove, two refrigerators, microwave, cookware, dishes, bread machine, toaster oven, and more. Kitchen Stock - coffee, milk, tea & soft drinks, eggs, bacon, orange juice, cereals, canned goods, seasonal fruits, local produce and treats, spices, condiments BBQ Grill - professional Weber unit with direct natural gas feed giant rear deck Laundry room with full-size washer and dryer fenced back yard 3 TVs - one on each level, Amazon / Netflix-capable, DVD player 13' playhouse / camper (sleeps 4 comfortably) parking - off-street for 2-3 cars (on-street parking for 2 more in front of house). dozens of classic board games 100s of DVD movies wood-burning fireplace nest thermostat and odor/allergen filter on modern furnace
PROXIMITY TO ATTRACTIONS Walking Distance: 3 blocks to Monument Valley Park - huge park with scenic walking, running, bicycling trails (the Pikes Peak Greenway also runs through the park), baseball fields, playgrounds, sledding hills, large grassy areas perfect for volleyball, kite flying and playing fetch with the dog.
12 blocks to Downtown Colorado Springs - restaurants, The Numismatic Museum, the Fine Art Center, the Pioneer Museum, the Pikes Peak Center, Colorado College, several parks, bike paths, shopping, the US Olympic Center. 6 blocks to Colorado College - Ed Robson Arena, events, CC Tigers
Monthly Stays Welcome:
The monthly rates are discounted 40-60% off the daily rates and are approximately as follows:
Spring (March - April) $5200 / mo ($174 / night) Summer (May - August) $8400 / mo ($280 / night) Autumn (Sept - November) $5200 / mo ($174 / night) Winter (December - February) $4200 / mo ($140 / night)
Rates are based on number of guests and length of stay. I often have specials. Please contact me for a customized quote.
Drive Times: Old Colorado City - 10 minutes Broadmoor Hotel - 12 minutes Manitou Springs - 15 minutes Garden of the Gods - 10 minutes Air Force Academy - 15 minutes The North Pole - 20 minutes Cave of the Winds - 15 minutes Olympic Training Center - 10 minutes Seven Falls - 15 minutes Manitou Cliff Dwellings - 20 minutes Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - 20 minutes
Colorado College, Historic Old North End, Downtown, Bungalow, Craftsman, Monument Valley Park, Penrose Hospital, dogs welcome, pets, Air Force Academy, Broadmoor Hotel, Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, USAFA, COS Airport, Home School, Remote, home school, family, free wifi, high speed internet, monthly, insurance, corporate stay
Property manager
Beth Kunz
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Toaster oven
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Netflix
Smart TV
Stereo
Streaming services
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: NO Smoking is allowed anywhere on the property.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 3,980 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Only some dogs are allowed with preapproval.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-0094
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Family Friendly 3 Blocks to Penrose Hospital Main $1800 / week
About the area
Colorado Springs, CO
What's nearby
Monument Valley Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Colorado College - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Pikes Peak Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
Garden of the Gods - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
Getting around
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Roadhouse Cinemas - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
Monica's Taco Shop - 19 min walk
Boonzaaijers Cakes & Pastries - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College?
As of 27 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College on 30 Jun 2025 start from £655.99, 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.
What time is check-in at Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic Family Retreat! 4 Minutes to Downtown & Colorado College located?
This family-friendly Colorado Springs holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Monument Valley Park and Colorado College. Patty Jewett Golf Course and ANA Money Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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10/10
We loved the place
Kavitha V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
This house was fantastic for our family Christmas celebration. A great size for all of us to gather. Well stocked with every provision we would need. The host was so gracious and helpful and accommodating to us. We will return!!!
Martha R S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10
This property in located in the Old Town area of Colorado Springs. It’s convenient to many attractions of the area, and we really enjoyed the neat architecture of the homes, as we walked around the neighborhood. We’ve stayed at many VRBO properties over the years, and this is one of the best for how well it’s stocked. It’s a very comfortable place, and one feels right at home during the stay.
Steve C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Staying at the Sumac Inn was a far better experience than expected. So many nice small touches made the experience one we will always remember. Highly recommended!
James F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
8/10
Wonderful location, the host was fantastic. Even provided breakfast items for us to enjoy. As well as snacks for the whole time we were there. Plenty of room to have privacy for three couples. The only disappointment was two of the bedrooms televisions would not work. In a way that might be a good thing as it did make us stay closer together. I would highly recommend this place.
PATRICIA P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
We were so comfortable in this great home that is so close to all the wonderful places in Colorado Springs that people want to visit. The owner was easy to communicate with and had the kitchen stocked with unexpected extras. Very comfortable beds. We loved the huge front porch & the back deck & very comfortable and large living room. If ever we need a large home when visiting Colorado Springs, I hope we can get this one again.
Janet S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
10/10
Beth is a host in the truest sense of the word, not just an owner renting her house. She makes her house feel like a home. Interesting furniture and decor. Well stocked pantry, refrigerator and freezer. Her home has everything you could want or need and then some. Out of the ordinary snacks and gourmet breakfast items. Great location.
Beverly G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Great house for a group of old college friends in their 50s who'd come to town on the heels of a football game. Lots of room. Super clean. Really well outfitted and comfortable furniture. Plenty of room, too, so nobody was on top of anybody else. So nice to have snacks. And great communication with Beth. Thanks for a great stay.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10
We had a great experience renting this house. Plenty of room for lots of family. Downstairs basement was perfect for our teens. Front porch was the best! Wonderful, walkable neighborhood and about 20 minutes to the academy. Owner left snacks, fruit and items in the fridge for us to use. This was so nice and appreciated.
Kathy W.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10
Beth is a thoughtful and gracious Hostess. In her well stocked kitchen, she included special food items for one in our group who had food allergies! The location is lovely and quiet, with great parks nearby and all of the "must see" sites within easy driving distance. The kids LOVED the basement and all of its games and art supplies. The adults enjoyed sitting on the back deck in morning for coffee and evening for wine. We've already recommended this home to several of our friends, and we look forward to staying there on our next trip to Colorado Springs.
Tim W.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
10/10
We booked last minute to stay for an event happening and the Colorado Springs area, to say we were blown away by this property is an understatement. Craftsman style home, situated on a lovely tree-lined street close to down town. Beth the owner went out of her way to make us feel like we were at home. Extremely clean, kitchen was stocked with groceries I have never seen in a rental unit, nice toiletry options in the bathrooms and great little touches throughout the home. I could see this as a great place to spend a vacation with a decent sized family, easy access to all that Colorado has to offer in a comfortable and clean home. Definitely would stay here again.
Sean M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10
It was the little things that all added up. The home was in presentation mode when we arrived. Spotless, decorated and completely lit up. The kitchen was stocked with essentials (eggs, bacon, bread, butter ALL the spices etc...), a very rare find. Although we didn't use much of them, we didn't have to BUY any! The beds were all comfy, and had REAL pillows. This place definitely exceeded my expectations and has set the bar for all our future stays!!
Kevin D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10
We had a wonderful stay at the Sumac Inn for a multi-generational family vacation! The house is full of character and beautifully decorated, and is well set up for visitors. We found snacks and some staples in the kitchen to get us started and even fresh flowers, which were a wonderful gift. With 4 kids ranging from 3 to 14 years old, there was something for all to enjoy, from the basement setup to the backyard. In terms of location, there were sidewalks for walks around the beautiful neighborhood, attractions like Pike's Peak and Garden of the Gods only about 15 minutes away, and a large assortment of restaurants just a few minutes away. All in all a wonderful experience.
Beth T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
This house was perfect for a large group of us attending a family reunion. We were amazed at how well-stocked the place was and all the thoughtful touches that were included. The host, Beth, provided fresh flowers, fruit, plentiful snacks, eggs and bacon, oj, milk, yogurt, coffee, chocolates! There were serving dishes and scissors and tape and ziploc bags and plenty of extra pillows and towels, games and books and comfortable chairs - you name it, the house had it. All my communications with Beth were a pleasure! Highly recommend!
One small FYI - it's an older house, so light sleepers might want to pack earplugs to guard against the creaky floorboards if you've got people moving around at night. The house also had two small fans that a couple of us used effectively for white noise.
Sandy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
This house really does have it all. The house is centrally located to all the local attractions - Manitou Springs, Garden of the Gods, Pike's Peak, etc. It is also located in a beautiful, historic neighborhood with close proximity to a park for kids/hiking.
In addition, the house comes fully stocked with all the essentials (extra paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, soap, etc.) in addition to all the cooking needs (spices, oils, leftover storage, etc). The owner also supplies snacks, fruit, milk, eggs, flour, sugar, etc. to help get your stay started so you don't have to run to the grocery store on your first day.
The younger kids in our group loved playing in the backyard and with the toys in the basement.
The owner was always available for quick communication via text if there was a question or concern. I would definitely recommend this rental to others.
Leia L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
Owner goes way above and beyond in welcoming renters- it was a “wow” experience for us. Food, lighting, music; we rented for almost 2 weeks over Christmas and the seasonal décor alone was impressive. Refrigerator stocked for breakfast, fruit, etc.
Home is in excellent condition, well maintained and it feels like owner is quite literally welcoming you into her much-loved home. Things work, the kitchen is super well equipped (far beyond any rental kitchen in my experience, and I have seen a lot of rental kitchens). If you have a couple of families with children this home is ideal==> two bedrooms for two sets of parents, and multiple children-capable beds in the basement, the main floor and on the second. Lovely master bedroom upstairs— if anything, the photos do not do the home justice. My husband enjoyed working in the mornings in the office of the living/family room- bright, lots of windows, well equipped. We loved it. If we come back, which is likely, we will try to rent this home again. Thanks so much.
Maggie B.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
10/10
The host was very responsive and the house was perfect for our group traveling to the USAF and Manitou Springs area. Highly recommend!
Jill B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
This was our second trip to this property and we never once said, “It was better last time” or, “ We should have tried a new place.” Beth is the best host, bar none.
Daniel M.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
I would need more than this little box to do Beth justice. But I will say that, in short, the place is welcoming, perfectly decorated, clean, convenient, and feels like a real home. Thank you so much for all of the small touches and communication. I wish you ran these all over the country! A+
Daniel M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
Our family has stayed in many rental homes, but this is one of the best ever. If you’re lucky enough to get a reservation, I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
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Martin A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Whoever is reading this, book this place. Lots of room and great historic place. Beth was easy to work with and provided all info we needed for our stay. Checkout sheet was short and quick. Great neighborhood and close to many tourist places. Shopping less than a mile and medical center even closer(thankfully we didn’t need it). Five stars for the Sumac Inn.
Kent P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
Absolutely beautiful home with plenty of space, stocked with everything we needed, and extra goodies! Wonderful for kids — many special kid spaces and toys! Yard was perfect for dogs.
Lisa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10
Love spending time with friends in this house
Gayle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10
This is the second time my family has enjoyed this beautiful home. Beth is a wonderful host and we would definitely rent this home again.
Clover D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10
We came in for our son’s wedding and family vacation. We normally vacation in houses that have a country setting with a view, but this time we tried something different and stayed in a house downtown. I wasn’t sure we’d like it but we loved it!!! So convenient to everything we wanted to do! Our daughter and son in law found some scooters to rent a couple blocks away and took them to breakfast one morning. Even though it’s close to many things, it doesn’t feel like “city” when in the neighborhood. The street is fairly quiet with lots of trees.
We spent many hours sitting on the front porch together, while the kids played with sidewalk chalk in the driveway. Our grandsons loved playing in the basement, too. There were 5 adults and 4 small kids in our group, and we all had our own spaces to spread out and have privacy when needed, but had fun playing group games in the huge living room when my sister and brother in law, and the newlyweds came over for game nights.
Beth is an amazing and accommodating host. We lacked nothing. In fact, we went grocery shopping upon arrival and when we came back to the house to drop groceries off, we then realized she had done some shopping for us already, so we didn’t even need to go out for a couple of days if we didn’t want to. She is extremely thoughtful of her guests’ needs, and definitely wins the prize for outstanding hosts!
If I had to give the house one negative, it would be the creaky floors. And the only reason I even say that is because if you have little kids, like we did, sometimes they creak enough to wake up a light sleeper, if someone is walking around. Having said that, it’s the nature of an older home, and the experience as a whole was well worth it. We would definitely stay here again if we come to the area again.