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Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay

Carbondale vacation home in Downtown Carbondale area

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2 bedrooms, WiFi
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Carbondale, CO
  • Place, Carbondale Nature Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Mountain Expeditions
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, River Valley Ranch Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Aspen, CO (ASE-Pitkin County)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Carbondale

Downtown Carbondale stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Carbondale vacation home, you'll find Carbondale Nature Park and Elk Mountain Expeditions. River Valley Ranch Golf Club and Spring Creeks Ranch are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carbondale Nature Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elk Mountain Expeditions - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • River Valley Ranch Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Roaring Fork River - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Glenwood Hot Springs - 20 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Glenwood Springs Station - 23 min drive
  • Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Club By Pollinator Chocolate - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dos Gringos Burritos - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪La Carniceria - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Village Smithy Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay

Welcome to the Sunflower House — a lovingly restored Carbondale original turned designer southwest-inspired retreat just steps from Main Street. This charming 2-bedroom home blends vintage warmth with thoughtful modern updates, featuring a sun-filled sitting room, fenced yard, kid-friendly playroom, cozy patios, and inviting gathering spaces throughout. Walk to cafés, restaurants, galleries, and trails, then return home to a peaceful downtown escape full of charm and character.

Tucked just off Main Street beneath mature trees and summer blooms, the Sunflower House is a lovingly restored Carbondale original reimagined into a warm southwest-inspired retreat. Vintage charm and thoughtful modern comforts blend effortlessly throughout the home, from bay windows and cozy gathering spaces to curated design details and soft natural light. Peaceful, walkable, and full of character, it's the kind of place that feels quietly rooted in the spirit of old Carbondale.

Home Highlights:
* Walkable downtown location just off Main Street
* Pet friendly for up to 2 dogs with additional pet fee
* Dedicated children's playroom and kid-friendly amenities
* Multiple outdoor patios and dining spaces
* Queen sleeper sofa with privacy curtains for an additional 5th guest
* The original home construction is cement block, which keeps the home cool in the summer. Multiple ceiling fans provided throughout the home for additional cooling.
* Primary bedroom with A/C mini-split for comfort
* Washer and dryer and high-speed WiFi
* Quiet residential setting steps from downtown

The Location:
* Tucked just off Main Street in downtown Carbondale across from True Nature Healing Arts
* Walk to all of Carbondale's Main Street restaurants, cafés, shops, galleries, and local events
* Easy access to hiking, biking, rafting, and fly fishing
* Approximately 15 minutes to Basalt, 20 minute to Glenwood Springs, and 40 minutes to Aspen and Snowmass
* Convenient access to the RFTA bus system and the free Carbondale Downtowner shuttle

Sleeping Arrangements:
* Primary Bedroom: King memory foam bed with A/C mini-split
* Guest Bedroom: Queen lodgepole bed with memory foam mattress and ceiling fan
* Sitting Room: Queen sleeper sofa with privacy curtains
* All bedrooms share the main remodeled bathroom
* Sleeps up to 5 guests comfortably

Parking:
* Private dedicated fenced area for 1 vehicle
* Additional public street parking available directly in front of the home on a first come, first serve basis

Linen Package: This home has crisp, white hotel-quality bedding and terry.

Booking with Aspen Leisure Co: We are conveniently headquartered in the Roaring Fork Valley to assist with anything you should need during your stay. Every home is stocked with all your household essentials, hotel-quality bedding and towels, and a starter kit of high-end bathroom products, along with an ample supply of laundry detergent, trash bags, dish soap, tissues, and more.

THINGS TO NOTE:
* A separate guest cabin at the rear of the property is occupied long term, however there are no shared spaces and both homes are separate and private
* The backyard is reserved for the back cabin tenant
* Quiet hours and neighborhood respect are appreciated during your stay
* This home originated in the 1800's and has been lovingly restored. Because of it's historic nature, it is not perfect but has been wonderfully restored

Town of Carbondale Registration Number: 006940

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

957835

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay to the airport?

This vacation home is 27.6 mi (34-min drive) away from the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay to downtown Carbondale?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Carbondale.

Historic Downtown Carbondale Retreat with Playroom, Patios & Pet-Friendly Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was good with property and its location close to Main St.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious and clean. We loved the location and being able to step out the front door to restaurants and walking trails. Communication with the host was quick and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, spacious and well maintained and the location was perfect. It’s a half a block off Main Street and close to restaurants, bars, shops, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Carbondale

The house was very well appointed and clean, easy to access, and very quiet. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little place in the heart of downtown Carbondale. Very clean and everything was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne W.

Sunflower home in Carbondale

Cute old house very convenient to Carbondale's Main Street. We lucked out there was a wonderful Friday walk, picturesque snow, hot cocoa, horse, drawn, sideboard, wonderful shops were open many of them had treats. The team was accommodating. The house is historic and is quirky Very close to the surrounding communities
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location. Easy walking distance to all the local restaurants. Very pet friendly, as front yard was fenced. Only quirk was that there were very tiny, innocuous beetles inside because of some annual migration going on. Would not prevent me from coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location (as advertised)

Great location - downtown Carbondale. Cozy 2 bedroom apartment like home. Spacious enough and clean. Amenities were “bare minimum” and beds are quite firm/hard, but we had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carbondale Home Review

This home is attractive, spacious, and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z.

Wonderful stay downtown Carbondale.

Perfect home and location for a week in Carbondale. Clean, comfortable with well stocked kitchen. Around the corner from downtown. Easy walk to restaurants, coffeeshop, art galleries, and more. Would definitely stay here again. Management is easy to work with. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Felt like home!

My father and I were extremely impressed with the layout, location and comfortabily of your home. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in the center of town.

The house was beautiful and comfortable for my family, with three kids age 7-13. Everything was perfect. We had plenty of room and everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. The large dining table was great for puzzles and board games. We loved that we had a dedicated parking spot and could walk to everything that Carbondale has to offer. I would note though that the primary bedroom did not have blackout shades. The sun comes in pretty bright in that clerestory window. I usually travel with an eye mask for this reason.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jaxzann R.

Great Spot

This is great house located one block from Main Street in Carbondale. The home is nicely appointed, all furniture is in great shape. Kitchen was very useable and well stocked with everything needed to set a pretty dining room table. All appliances appear to be brand new. Bed was comfortable, linens and towels are plush. Great water pressure and plenty of hot water. The house was immaculate when I arrived with fresh flowers on dining room table. The home has lovely fragrant flower and herb garden at the entry and off of the dining room. Management was extraordinarily accommodating and access to the home was a breeze. Thank you for a nice Carbondale visit. J Riggs