Title: 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid Family-friendly holiday home in Idaho Springs ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118720000/118714500/118714403/5573c713.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118720000/118714500/118714403/fe600823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118720000/118714500/118714403/74bf2318.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118720000/118714500/118714403/bff48a1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118720000/118714500/118714403/6ff3ba3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms4351 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid Perched above Idaho Springs at the end of a long, rocky climb filled with tight switchbacks and steep drop-offs, The Big Divide is not your typical weekend retreat. You do not just drive here, you earn every mile behind the wheel. This is a place for high-clearance 4x4s and experienced drivers who are comfortable navigating narrow, unmaintained roads with loose gravel and sharp turns. When you arrive, there are no neighbors, no traffic, no noise. Only crisp mountain air, towering pines, and views that stretch for miles. In fall, the mountains come alive with golden aspens and vibrant foliage. The Big Divide offers total privacy, stunning scenery, and a true Colorado mountain retreat experience. Cozy Comfort Meets Mountain Adventure Inside, The Big Divide delivers comfort with character. Vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed brick, and two king bedrooms plus a third bedroom with twin beds are spread across 4,300 plus square feet. Gather around the fireplace with a blanket and a cup of hot cider, cook dinner in the fully stocked kitchen, or step out onto the deck to watch the sky shift color behind the peaks. During fall, enjoy leaf-peeping right from your deck or nearby trails. On summer nights, light up the fire pit and play Giant Connect 4 or cornhole with friends. In winter, cozy up indoors after navigating snowy roads with a hot drink and a movie. Endless Possibilities Outside Your Door You are not just staying in the mountains, you are living in them. Hike straight from the property into National Forest trails surrounded by vibrant fall colors. Soak at Indian Hot Springs downtown. Chase early-season powder at Echo or Loveland ski areas. Or do nothing at all and simply enjoy the crisp mountain air and colorful aspen forests. The Big Divide is both a launchpad for adventure and a private retreat for rest. What You Will Find Inside \-3 bedrooms (2 king beds, 2 twin beds) \-2 full bathrooms \-Fully stocked kitchen with stove, oven, Keurig, dishwasher, blender, and all the tools \-Dining area plus breakfast bar \-2 Smart TVs \-Foosball table \-Fireplace \-Washer and dryer \-Starlink WiFi What You Will Find Outside \-Large deck with a grill, dining space, and swing \-Fire pit and seating area \-Cornhole and Giant Connect 4 \-Secluded forest surroundings with fall foliage views \-Big mountain views, star-filled skies, and total peace and quiet Travel With Little Ones We have partnered with BabyQuip to offer discounted rentals on cribs, strollers, car seats, and more. These items are delivered straight to your vacation home or even the airport. SkyRun has partnered with CookinGenie to make your stay even better. Skip the grocery store, cooking, and cleanup. CookinGenie sends a local chef to your vacation rental to prepare a delicious meal right in your kitchen. This is perfect for family dinners, romantic nights in, or special occasions. SkyRun guests receive fifty dollars off their first CookinGenie order of two hundred dollars or more. What to Know Before You Book This is not a drive-up-and-plug-in cabin. The road is steep, rocky, and unpaved, especially the last half mile. You will need a 4WD or AWD vehicle with high clearance year-round. Chains may be required in winter. Other things to note \-The last half mile is steep and rocky, similar to a forest service road. Plan accordingly if you are not used to mountain driving \-Winter access can be tricky. From late October through early May, snow and ice are likely. Chains are required \-Plan to arrive before dark in fall and winter \-There is no air conditioning. Open windows and mountain air keep the cabin cool even in summer \-No trailers or off-road vehicles. There is no space to park or turn trailers \-Expect wildlife, bugs, and starry skies. Deer, foxes, or elk are possible. Cell service can be spotty, but WiFi is strong \-Exterior security cameras monitor the driveway and entrances for safety \-No parties or events are allowed. Sound carries far in the mountains, and neighbors value their quiet \-The smaller cabin, The Little Divide, sits roughly 100 yards away and may be occupied during your stay \-Non-refundable pet fee is $200 per reservation, with a maximum of two dogs Guest Access The Big Divide is the main house at Switchback Basecamp, a private mountainside retreat with two separate cabins. The smaller cabin, The Little Divide, may be rented separately. Both spaces have their own driveways and entrances. You will have total privacy, but if you are traveling with a larger group, consider booking both cabins. Clear Creek County STR License #STR25-089 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 4,351 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101869000/101868942/b1682174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant A-Frame w/ Hot Tub Views! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 16 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.71698%2C-105.51739&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sJLItLV-BIHylM-geHGej5wPbFQ=) Idaho Springs, CO #### What's nearby - Underhill Museum - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles - Clear Creek - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles - Argo Gold Mill and Museum - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles - Echo Mountain Park - 16 min drive - 5.9 miles - Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 26 min drive - 13.8 miles #### Getting around - Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 56 min drive - Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 140 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Beau Jo's Pizza - ‬8 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive - ‪Tommyknocker Brewery & Pub - ‬8 min drive - ‪Two Bears Tap & Grill - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid located? > This family-friendly Idaho Springs holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Charlie Taylor Water Wheel, Underhill Museum and Argo Gold Mill and Museum. Clear Creek and Steve Canyon Statue are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 4WD Required | Exceptional Views | Pet Friendly | Off the Grid Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.