Mnt View, Private Deck, Full Kitchen, Dog Friendly

🔨 Deck & Hot Tub Build (June)
We're installing a new hot tub and barrel sauna deck the first three weeks of June. Weekday work only which will not affect weekend stays. You'll see an active build site on the deck (framing, materials, partial stairs)—we ask that guests stay clear of the work area for safety. The main house is finished and comfortable, along with the existing deck (pictured); you're just witnessing the upgrade in progress.

Thank you for understanding as we work hard to make your future stays even better.

THE SPACE
Modern Colorado A-frame with clean lines, big windows, and the quiet that comes with 9,000 ft elevation. Recently renovated and built for five. No filler, all substance.

🛏️ One queen bedroom
🛁 One full bath
☕ Full kitchen with espresso machine, drip, pour-over, and french press
🔥 Outdoor firepit plus a radiant wall heater that keeps things warm year-round
📶 308 mbps Starlink WiFi, rock-solid for video calls and streaming.
💻 Dedicated workspace with solid Starlink WiFi (great for remote work)
🛋️ Convertible blue chair in the entryway that opens into a twin bed, along with a double sleeper sofa
🎶 Record player with Bluetooth soundbar for evening vibes

SLEEPING LAYOUT
🛏️ Bedroom: 1 queen
💤 Living room: 1 double sleeper sofa
🛋️ Entryway: 1 convertible chair (opens to twin)
👥 Sleeps a couple or small family comfortably

OUTDOOR LIVING
Private deck with views toward Pikes Peak and the Collegiate Peaks on clear days. Your base camp for trails, trout, and mountain air.
🏔️ Deck views of Pikes Peak and the Collegiate Peaks
🐕 Unfenced yard with room for dogs to roam (keep an eye on them)
🥾 Minutes from Mueller State Park and 50+ miles of trails
🎣 Fly fishing on the South Platte, Eleven Mile Canyon, and Tarryall Creek
⭐ Hiking, snowshoeing, and stargazing right out the door

NEARBY ADVENTURE / LOCATION
Divide sits at the sweet spot of mountain Colorado. Close enough to grab groceries or dinner, far enough to actually hear the wind in the trees at night.

🥾 Mueller State Park: 10 min. 50 miles of trails, biking, snowshoeing, stargazing, fishing ponds, ranger-guided fly fishing lessons.

🎣 Gold Medal Fly Fishing: South Platte, Eleven Mile Canyon, Tarryall Creek. Catch-and-release technical water. Rainbow, brown, and cutthroat.
Year-round hatches.

🛒 Woodland Park: 10 min. Groceries, restaurants, coffee, local vibe. "The City Above the Clouds."

🦴 Florissant Fossil Beds: 15 min. Giant petrified tree stumps, visitor center, trails.

🐺 Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center: 5 min. Educational sanctuary and local wildlife.

🎿 Skiing & Snowboarding: Monarch, Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail. Under 2 hours.

🛷 Sledding: Frisco Adventure Park. Under 2 hours.

⛰️ Pikes Peak: 45 min to the summit by car or cog railway. 1 hour to the Manitou Incline.

🌄 Garden of the Gods & Colorado Springs: 1 hour. Hiking, rock climbing, scenic drives.

🎰 Cripple Creek & Victor: 30 min. Historic mining towns, casinos, Gold Belt Tour, museums.

🍂 Fall Foliage: Sept-Oct. Aspens turn gold across the area.

❄️ Winter: Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding. Roads get plowed.

You have access to the entire A-frame, private deck, and yard.

In The Area:
🍔 5 Minutes: Russ's Place (burgers, craft beer, live music, Pikes Peak views)
🍺 5 Minutes: McGinty's Wood Oven Pub (Irish pub, hearty fare, local crowd)
☕ 10 Minutes: Coffee shops & bakeries in Woodland Park
🍲 10 Minutes: Red Diamond Gastro Pub, Boards & Barrels, local dining
🎰 30 Minutes: Cripple Creek Casinos
⛏️ 30 Minutes: Historic Cripple Creek & Victor gold mining tours

👉 Grocery & Supplies:
On your way in, you'll likely drive through Woodland Park, which has Walmart, Natural Grocers, Safeway, and City Market. Or hit the small store in Divide, about 5 minutes away.

Local Attractions:
🐺 5 Minutes: Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center
🪨 15 Minutes: Florissant Fossil Beds (giant petrified trees, hiking, visitor center)
🦖 15 Minutes: Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center
🏞 Mueller State Park
10 Minutes: 5,100 acres. 50+ miles of trails. Fly fishing ponds. Hiking, biking, horseback riding. Winter: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding. Visitor center open daily.
🎣 World Class Fly Fishing
🎣 10 Minutes: Mueller State Park ponds + nearby access to South Platte River
🎣 20 Minutes: Dream Stream at Lake George
🎣 25 Minutes: Eleven Mile Canyon (Gold Medal water, catch-and-release, technical dry fly fishing)
🎣 25 Minutes: Tarryall Creek (wild browns, scenic canyons)
🎣 1 Hour: Spinney Mountain Reservoir
🎿 Sledding, Skiing & Snowboarding
🎿 Under 2 Hours: Frisco Adventure Park (sledding), Monarch Mountain, Cooper, Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail

Exploring Pikes Peak:
🚗 45 Minutes: Drive to summit (scenic, weather-dependent)
🚂 1 Hour 10 Minutes: Cog Railway to top (historic, all-access)
🧗 1 Hour 10 Minutes: Manitou Incline trailhead (technical hiking, 2,744 ft elevation gain)
💒 1 Hour: Town of Manitou Springs at base (shops, restaurants, galleries)

Hospitals:
🏥 15 Minutes: UC Health Pikes Peak Regional Hospital (Woodland Park)
🏥 45 Minutes: UC Health Memorial Central (Colorado Springs)
🏥 55 Minutes: Children's Hospital Colorado (Colorado Springs)

Airports:
✈️ 50 Minutes: Colorado Springs Airport (COS)
✈️ 1 Hour 45 Minutes: Denver International Airport (DEN)

👋 Meet Natalie

🤠 Born in Texas, swore I'd never leave. Then I found Colorado. My husband and I love making memories in Colorado's mountain towns and out in nature.

⭐ I'm a Superhost with 250+ reviews and 3+ years hosting. I know this area and I know what makes a good mountain stay.

🔑 Check-In: Self check-in with keypad. Arrive anytime after 3 PM.
🚪 Check-Out: 10 AM.

💬 Communication: I respond within an hour. Ask me anything about:
🎣 Fly fishing
🥾 Hiking trails
🍽️ Local restaurants
⛅ Weather conditions
👶 What to do with kids
I'm here to help.

☕ Complimentary coffee setup ready
📶 WiFi password posted
🗺️ Trail maps in the cabin
👉 Need advice on where to fish or hike? I've got you covered.

🏔️ Location
Divide is a small mountain community west of Colorado Springs and south of Woodland Park. Quiet, forested, mostly locals and the occasional elk or black bear. You're close enough to grab groceries or grab dinner in town, but far enough to actually hear the wind in the trees at night.

🏞️ The Vibe
🚫 Mountain living without the Breckenridge crowds
🤠 Real Colorado
🥾 Trail access from your door
🎣 Fly fishing 10 minutes away
🏅 Gold Medal water nearby
🌲 Mueller State Park is basically your backyard
⛰️ Pikes Peak on the horizon
🍂 Fall colors that stop you mid-hike
❄️ Winter snow that crunches under your boots

🎯 What to Do
🥾 Hike Mueller's 50+ miles of trails
🎣 Fish the South Platte and Eleven Mile
🏂 Snowshoe in winter
🌅 Catch the sunrise from your deck
💻 Work from the desk while looking at mountains
☕ Explore Woodland Park for coffee and burgers
🎰 Head to Cripple Creek for gambling and history
🚂 Drive Pikes Peak or take the cog railway
👉 All within an hour

🍽️ Dining & Community
🍔 Russ's Place — Legendary burgers, Pikes Peak views, live music
🍺 McGinty's — Irish pub, hearty fare, locals
🍷 Red Diamond Gastro Pub — Upscale mountain food
☕ Woodland Park — Coffee, bakeries, and more
🍻 Local breweries — Craft beer culture
👥 Small-town gatherings — Genuine mountain community

🔄 Year-Round Adventure
🌸 Spring: Wildflowers, fishing season opens, trails clear
☀️ Summer: Hiking, camping, family trips, clear skies
🍁 Fall: Aspen trees turn gold, elk bugling, perfect weather
❄️ Winter: Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding, crisp mountain mornings

🛣️ Road Conditions
Paved road all the way until the last 400 yards, where it becomes a dirt road on a hill.

☀️ Summer
🚗 A regular car is fine. The dirt stretch is manageable.

❄️ Winter (October-May)
🚙 AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended
🛣️ The last 400 yards can get snow-packed
🚛 Roads get plowed after significant snow accumulation (typically within 24 hours of heavy snow)
⛅ Check weather before booking in winter months

🛒 Nearest Services
🏪 Divide — 5 minutes away (basics, supplies)
🏬 Woodland Park — 10 minutes away
🛍️ Walmart
🥬 Safeway
🌿 Natural Grocers
🍽️ Restaurants
☕ Coffee shops
👉 Everything you need

🅿️ Parking
Driveway fits 1-2 cars comfortably.

🛣️ Road Access & Winter Conditions
The road is paved until the last 400 yards, where it turns into a dirt road on a hill. In summer, any car is fine. In winter (October-May), AWD or 4WD is recommended for that final stretch.

❄️ Roads get plowed after significant snow. The dirt section can be snow-packed or muddy depending on conditions. Plan accordingly.

🪜 Loft Ladder Access
The loft bedroom is accessed by steep ladder stairs. Not ideal for anyone with mobility challenges or who's uncomfortable with ladders.
📸 See photos before booking.

📏 Elevation & Weather
9,000 ft elevation means cooler temperatures, fast-moving weather, and mountain wind. 🧥 Bring layers. Summer is mild. Winter gets cold but beautiful. 🔥 Radiant wall heater