On the beach

Reviews of Bungalow 1880's with Stunning views of Colorado's fourteeners and pet friendly


Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We stayed in order to access Twin Lakes for ice fishing. The location was stunning and perfect for access to both lakes. The home was very comfortable for my husband and I. We appreciated the King bed and wood stove at the end of the day
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Monica R.

Cute Mountain Getaway
Quiet, comfortable, cozy home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Twin Lakes
We stayed one night and really enjoyed the space. Cute and clean and a short walk to the Inn for dinner. We all enjoyed the views from the front porch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S., Van Vleck

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cozy House
Lisa had everything we needed and more. The location was walking distance to everything in Twin Lakes. We enjoyed having the recliners in the family room and the cozy kitchen where we prepared several meals.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was great. The house made a beautiful place even more special!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maura R., Markleysburg, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home in beautiful location
I stayed for 2 nights while visiting friends in Colorado. The house had everything I needed. The view of the mountains from the front porch is beautiful. The house is within walking distance of the restaurants and shops in town. I especially appreciated that the beds are comfortable. I was well rested. I would definitely reserve this house again if I am in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry L., Frisco, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great little gem!
Booked the bungalow for a father/son fishing trip. Lisa was patient answering my questions and provided us some great local tips. Dinner at the Surf Hotel was amazing and a nice refuge from cooking trout every night! The house was clean and well appointed with everything we needed. I highly recommend this property for anyone wanting to explore the Twin Lakes area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K., Denver, CO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot off the beaten track
Had never heard of Twin Lakes before spending the weekend in this delightful space. Wonderful way to meet some new mountains and see an unspoiled bit of Colorado history. Love the front porch in the morning and evening!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We have stayed here a few times. Everything you need. A nice little home. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
We are repeat customers and have stayed in this lovely house about three times now. It is very convenient to the store and restaurant, within walking distance. It is so nice to take a walk early morning and evening and take in the views. We enjoy barbecuing and this time used the coal cooker. The house is stalked with just about everything you need. We enjoy sitting on the front porch after a long day of fishing. Will come back because we just love Twin Lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

carol r.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Older than I expected. Don’t want your personal items all over. My opinion
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 15, 2023
House was built in the 1880s but it's all updated with new amenities. Closet has personal items in it yes. However you can shut the closet door

10/10 Excellent

Stevan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat in twin lakes
Cozy home minutes away from the lake, walking distance to a warm meal and drinks, store ( summer months ) and a priceless view. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Loved this cozy home. Perfect place to stay for our visit to Leadville .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M., Boulder, Co/USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
We really enjoyed our stay at this bungalow...it was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Really great place! Not sure if the plumbing is simply tricky or if a roto-rooter could help, but we had to use the plunger A LOT. Also...many of the pots and pans are damaged and scratched (could use replacing), and please consider using fragrance-free (or lightly scented) laundry detergent on sheets and towels. Overall, this is a great place and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Yet
We've stayed in several rentals in Twin Lakes and this one was the best yet. Cabin itself was nice and it was very well provisioned.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Home in the Mountains
We have stayed here before. It is always a pleasant experience. Everything is perfect for a mountain getaway. Thank you for another great vacation. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Retreat
My husband and I really love this place! It is stocked with everything you can imagine. This house is stocked with more things than most VRBOs. We really enjoyed the front porch. We sat on the porch and had some drinks before dinner as the sun started to subside. We took a nice walk early the next morning to check out all the beautiful cabins in the area before we headed to the lake. We made reservations at the Inn, one of our favorite places. It is such an easy walk to the restaurant and nice not having to drive. We grilled one night on the back patio which is charming. The whole house is charming. We watched one of your movies which we really enjoyed. I even played one of your CDs in the kitchen. It took me back, so nostalgic! I really appreciate your place and we will be back. So many times, we have walked past your house and had no idea it was a VRBO. This is the perfect place for outdoorsy people. So many lakes to fish and trails to hike. I noticed that under one of the beds is a dog bed. Now I know for the next time. We did not need to use the stove as the heater was plenty to warm up the house. It is so nicely decorated, just a warm, charming house overall. Thank you so much for making this home such a warm and inviting place to stay. We are looking forward to coming back. Heid and James
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim P., Lafayette CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific in Twin Lakes
My wife and I needed an overnight stay close to Mt Elbert Trailhead and this property was perfect for our q(too) quick stay. We enjoyed how close we were to the Twin Lakes Inn where we enjoyed a hearty meal on the night before our hike. Then, with the home being just 15-20 minutes from the 4WD South Trailhead, we were able to sleep in a little longer than we 1st thought (blessings!). The property itself was just what we needed. A nice, quiet spot to rest before the hike. It had all that we needed and was quaint, clean, and comfortable. We are thinking of coming back when we can enjoy it a little longer. Thankful for the hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solo Dog Trip
If you want to feel right at home in the Colorado Rockies, this quite town is it! Super friendly people and a quick drive to numbers of trails. The cabin was clean and has a historical feel to it. I didn’t want to leave. Would 100% recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toby O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love proximity to lakes!
I live about two hours drive from Twin Lakes. Staying here shortened my drive time to my favorite lakes considerably. It's only a five minute drive to launch a self propelled craft or twenty-five minutes drive to turquoise lake. That meant I could spend mornings on the lake without getting up at 4am. The house is on a quiet street with a few amenities nearby - an art shop, two food trucks, a general store and a restaurant. It was nice to be able to grab a coffee and burrito on my way to the lake. The cottage itself was pleasant and quirky in the way victorian's frequently are - with canted floors and creaky doors. It was well stocked and fulfilled our expectations. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
Great property easy to relax and unwind away from hustle & bustle
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Escape
Clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. 10/10 will return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend getaway
This was a great base camp location and home for a weekend snowshoeing and exploring the surrounding area. The kitchen was well stocked and the accommodations were very clean and comfortable which made for nice relaxing evenings. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A., Denver, CO - USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a short winter retreat
Stayed in February, the small village is pretty much entirely closed which is great because it is so quiet! Internet worked well at the house so I could get some work done with video and audio calls. AT&T had signal in town as well. Short drive into leadville for grocery. Look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

laurri j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Amazing property to literally get away from it all
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and quiet Victorian cottage
It is a cute Victorian cottage, on a quiet street in the small village of Twin Lakes. The kitchen and bathroom have been remodeled and are modern. The kitchen is well equipped, although the pans are scratched Teflon. (This is often the case in mountain rentals.) The living room sofa and recliners were quite comfortable. The front porch is pleasant for sitting and drinking coffee in the sun, and there is a pleasant patio in back. The location is excellent. There are lovely hiking trails within a few miles of Twin Lakes. The beds are unusually high and very firm. The furnace did not heat properly - The kitchen and utility room would be warm and the living room and master bedroom cold, even when following the note on the bedroom closet which said to leave the closet door open. We found that the heating vent on the ceiling of the bedroom was closed, but could not open it without a ladder. This was not a major problem, as it was not that cold at night, we just turned up the heat and left the bedroom door open. Of course, you could also build a fire in the wood stove. There were a few things that we found odd, besides putting a note on the closet door rather than fixing the heating vent. There were clothes in the closet - presumably this is a seasonal rental, but normally those would be removed before renting out. Also, we were asked to haul our trash to the community dumpster - which I thought an odd request, since we had paid a considerable cleaning fee when we rented. Twin Lakes is such a beautiful place that these annoyances are relatively minor, and we would recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 1, 2021
Cleaners will pick up trash. Thank you for your feedback

10/10 Excellent

Loretta V., CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
The place is great. It is just a block from the main road and you can walk down to the lake. Bigger inside than we thought it would be. Very comfortable living room. Has satellite and internet TV (netflix, etc.). Also has Alexa. Internet was good and had ATT mobile service as well. Outdoor space was wonderful. Front covered porch and back patio/yard. Parking is on the street in front, but very little traffic. Nice and quiet. Be prepared to cook your meals. The Inn/Saloon didn't have any room to serve us even take out. Nearest other town/grocery is about 1/2 hr away. Check in was easy and property manager was very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the property!
The best mountain getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chase W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Eacape!
Lovely property in a lovely mountainside town. I went during an expectedly rainy weekend and enjoyed the coziness of this cottage very much so!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great spot!
The pictures don’t do it justice in my opinion - a beautiful home in a beautiful location! Lisa was a very responsive host as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute bungalow!
Had a great time exploring the Tein Lakes area while staying at this conveniently located, well equipped bungalow. The General Store was steps away and the owner extremely personable and helpful. The Saloon/Inn served a wonderful dinner!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in quiet town
The house was comfortable and had everything we needed on our hiking trip. The town is peaceful and outdoor porch and patio are great for morning coffee and evening BBQ.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Twin lakes is a gem of a mountain town and Lisa’s property was a perfect jumping off spot for hiking in the area. Super comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

jessica d., Morrison CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Too good to tell
If you want a true Colorado experience with Mtn views like no other and cozy vibes... this is heaven on earth. I should say more wonderful things about it, but then it might be booked solid every time I want to return. So simply put... this is pure untapped Colorado essence. Beautiful and perfect in every way. Deepest gratitude to our hosts for providing everything we could possibly need
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Twin Lakes
Charming little house. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Taylor F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
A great property and location for a wonderful retreat into the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Staci B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute!
The property management company isn’t good at responding to emails, but the house & town are lovely.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Property management company responded within eight hours of her request. Only contact was made during access to the house so not sure how Stacey could validate the statement.

10/10 Excellent

mandy w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family ski trip
We love to ski and this was the perfect place to stay for our trip to ski cooper! Would love to stay here in the summer too! Very cozy and like being at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

George V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a good time
We will be back some day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Richard K.

Winter break
Property was a good little cottage to stay at. A little lacking in extra blankets and pillows but otherwise very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great home.
We had a wonderful time in twin lakes and the house is exactly as described. Very easy check in and the house was very clean. Property managers are very responsive and it’s a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adira K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly Mountain Town
Twin Lakes was established as a mining town. Great views and location for fishing and hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Great renters would highly recommend them again

10/10 Excellent

Cess D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Twin Lakes Getaay
The house was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was replete with nice cooking equipment and dishes. The only issue with the house was that the WIFI was not working. However, there was a supply of movies for substitute entertainment. All in all the stay in the little blue house was pleasant and refreshing, and we plan to return for another wonderful visit to Twin Lakes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adira K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good town for Base
We hiked to mountain lakes for Flyfishing on our stay. Location was great as a base home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019