Step onto the deck and cast your eye on the mountain and creek across the valley, where wildlife and wildflowers abound, you'll know you found your ideal tranquil refuge. The space
* Roosevelt National Forest lies to the north and the south with more hiking than you can imagine. Expect quite a challenge!
* Wild brown trout cruise Trail Creek that runs through the valley. We ask that you catch-and
- release to keep the fishing quality high.
* Pack the picnic basket & have an adventure
* Call us to ask about cross-country skiing conditions. We really don't have much show in the winter but once in a while we get lucky! Our rolling hills are perfect for it.
* Throw your sleeping bags out on the hill or the deck, watch a million stars, serenaded by coyotes and the creek.
* Fish the North Fork of the Poudre, trailhead starting 1/2 mile east or drive to the Upper Unit of the Game & Fish for even more miles of river & creek. These you can keep if you like.
*Magnificent sunrises & glorious sunsets
*Meditate and do yoga on any of the many rock formations
*Numerous species of wild birds & animals found in the foothills of Colorado- birdhouses in the summer & bird feeders in the winter tempt the little tykes.
* Explore the hoodoos (rock faces) that are on the cabin hillside
* Comfy vintage outdoor furniture awaits you after your day of exploring the foothills
*Get a workout playing co****le, horseshoes and badminton.
* Kite flying is great south of the creek with plenty of room to launch and few trees.
*Star-spangled nights. There are meteor showers almost every month of the year- some will blow you away!
*Spacious-feeling 1,100 square foot home with all the comforts. Antiques added from the old Trail Creek Ranch.
*Days and cool nights of privacy and solitude where civilization fades
*Connect with family & friends without electronic distraction. There are numerous board games and toys for kids of all ages
*Proximity to grand adventures
Added Amenities-
Hard-line phone for local calls only so bring a calling card for calls outside the 970 area code. There is cell phone coverage just down the road about 2 miles or from the top of Goat Mountain. That inspires the kids to get a daily workout! You can use the phone or Wi Fi at our house in a pinch . The nearly 375 square foot sleeping loft now has 2 sets of big room-dividing curtains which can separate the twin beds, the full bed and the queen bed. Draw for privacy if you like. They block light between beds & buffer noise. Kitchen-
Well Water- delicious & safe- don't bother with that bottled water
Blender
Ice maker
Cuisinart
Microwave
Spatulas
Tongs
Tea Kettle
Coffee Maker
Dishes, Flatware & Glassware for 12
Pots & Pans- ask if you are looking for something particular
Paper Towels
Cleaning Supplies
Dish Soap
Hand Mixer
Dishwasher
Handsoap
Food Storage Bags
Trash Bags
Outdoor Amenities-
Hummingbird feeders
Sand Toys and sand box
Horseshoes & Stakes
Co****le Boards & Bags
Charcoal Grill
Propane Grill
Picnic Table
Comfortable Chairs & a Couch
Fire Bowl & Screen Top- Usable if there isn't a fire ban- call & ask
Firewood
Skewers for Marshmallows & Dogs
Fenced yard for dogs & kids- almost finished
Linens-
Tablecloths
Towels & Washcloths
Extra Blankets
Wood Stove & Wood
The largest couch in the living room is long enough for a person 5' or less to sleep on. Small Flatscreen TV & DVD player- BYO DVDs
Guest access
*You not only get the run of the cabin but 190 private acres are just outside your door and Roosevelt National Forest on Goat Mountain to the south. Hike Roosevelt National Forest is across the road to the north (we'll give you a map of the trails)
NOTE: Between September 1st and May 1st, in order to use the property across the road, you must have a fishing ($21 for out-of-state 5 day license) or hunting license and carry a gun or rod. From May 1st to September 1st one can hike or bike these areas with no restrictions. Dogs must be leashed. Call us if you have any questions.
*Incredible views of the ponderosa pines of Goat Mountain, the open space of Cherokee Park and the sound of Trail Creek as it meanders through the hay meadows. Come down & watch Lars put up hay in July and August.
* Explore the hoodoos (rock faces) that are on the cabin hillside
* September until early November, enjoy the sights & sounds of the neighboring herd of 100 guest ranch horses are on vacation and graze the property- free range. Please don't feed the horses.
*Connect with family & friends without electronic distraction
*Far from the lights of the cities, our dark night sky will put on a show for you- moon phases, shooting stars, eclipses, the milky way - so check out what's in store in 2017- seesky astronomy calendar online
Other things to note
* Snowy Range Ski Area is only an hour and a half from here boasting 5 lifts and the cheapest lift prices around. Don't battle the I-70 traffic!
*We have been hosts on the "other" rental site-Trail Creek Ranch, for many, many years and have just recently changed to Airbnb.
*Dogs are $50 apiece and is paid with a check at check-in. If we can't tell that they were here we will return the check.
