Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles!

Room	Count	Capacity	Details
bedrooms	2	sleeps 4	1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed
bathroom	1		Shower only

The Fossil Lodge is nestled in a quiet neighborhood on a little over an acre in the mountains with easy access to fishing and hiking. An hour and a half to skiing, 45 minutes to Colorado Springs, 30 minutes to the historic mining town of Cripple Creek, the S. Platte River’s “Dream Stream” world class angling & fishing, the Crags, Pike’s Peak Highway & plenty of OHV trails nearby. Enjoy an evening outdoors on the deck, wake-up to hot coffee and nature, unwind from the city life.ABOUT THIS SPACEOur cabin is nestled on a little over an acre in a mountain setting with access to fishing and hiking all around. 45 minutes to Colorado Springs, 30 minutes to the historic mining town of Cripple Creek, the S. Platte River’s “Dream Stream” world class angling & fishing, the Crags, Pike’s Peak Highway & ATV’ing. Enjoy an evening outdoors, gather on the deck, wake-up to hot coffee and nature, unwind from the daily grind.THE SPACEOur cabin is conveniently located to all the adventures you can think of – Hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, biking, boating, and fishing.∙ Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, a 5 minute drive, has been named an International Dark Sky Park and has several trails.∙ Take a trip to Cripple Creek for gambling or spend the day exploring this historic mining town.∙ Snowshoe and Cross-country ski at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Mueller State Park, Horsethief Park and Pancake Rocks.∙ Boat, kayak, tube, and fish at Eleven Mile Canyon Reservoir (you can actually head 10 minutes down the road to Lake George and hike the 17 mile Eleven Mile Canyon Route).∙ Hike and bike at Mueller State Park.∙ Dig for and keep your own 34-million year old fossils at the Florissant Fossil Quarry (summer/fall).∙ The Ice Castles are at Cripple Creek and we are only 30 minutes away!We have prepared this space so you can have the most relaxing stay after a long day of adventures. The beds are queen and double (full) Helix hybrid mattresses, soft to medium firmness. Soak up the Colorado sunshine relaxing on the deck. Cozy up by the easy-to-use pellet stove in the living room or the propane fire pit outdoors. Even enjoy the beautiful starry skies at night. The cabin has a 50-inch RokuTV with streaming capabilities but please note that there is no cable/live TV.GUEST ACCESSYou will have exclusive access to the cabin, driveway for parking several vehicles and even an RV, and front deck with propane fire pit area. There is no garage access.OTHER THINGS TO NOTEWe sit at 8,500 feet in elevation. Please note that the cabin does not have A/C. The days stay fairly cool, even in the summer, and temperatures drop at night – open up a window and enjoy the mountain breeze!The cabin is accessible year round, but the last couple miles are via dirt roads that are well maintained by the county and plowed after snow. Please make sure you are travelling in an appropriate vehicle, especially in the winter. AWD/4WD is highly encouraged. There is plenty of parking and we can also accommodate an RV on the property.PET FRIENDLY: This is a pet-friendly listing for up to two pets. There is an additional $75 fee for bringing a pet to cover the cleaner’s time. All dogs must remain leashed – our neighbors have chickens and goats! Please be sure to clean up after your pet outside and try your best to not allow them on furniture.There are two exterior cameras. One on the garage facing down the driveway and another on the left side of the home. This is for your safety and protection of the property. There are absolutely no cameras inside the cabin.

Attraction	Distance
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument	9 min walk
Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum	4 min drive
Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center	12 min drive
Mueller State Park	21 min drive
Pikes Peak	67 min drive

Restaurant	Distance
McGinty’s Wood Oven Pub	14 min drive
Thunderbird Inn	4 min drive
Russ’ Place	14 min drive
Iron Tree Tables & Taps	4 min drive
Iron Tree & Funky Town Brewery	4 min drive

Transportation	Details
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)	56 min drive

Is Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles!?

As of 21 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles! on 25 Jun 2024 start from £249.26, 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 Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, Dog-friendly Cabin Nestled at 8500 feet and near the Ice Castles! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum. Mueller State Park is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away.

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 policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedOn-site parties or group events are strictly prohibitedLong-term renters welcomeHost has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the propertyHost has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the propertySafety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Located in Florissant, this cabin is in the mountains. Butte Theater and Old Homestead House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eleven Mile State Park and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. North Pole Colorado and Arcade Amusements are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.