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Owl Chalet - 1950's Cabin close to hiking, creek, and brewery!

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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  • Washer
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  • Fireplace
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  • Outdoor Space
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  • Pet friendly
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Rollinsville, CO
  • Popular LocationBarker Meadow Reservoir10 min drive
  • Popular LocationEldora Mountain Resort16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAmeristar Casino Black Hawk23 min drive
  • AirportBroomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)50 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

It was the perfect home for our family. All the positive feed backs on the house was on point. There’s not a negative th...
Jennie N.
Feb 9, 2024

About this property

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

Owl Chalet - 1950's Cabin close to hiking, creek, and brewery!

Welcome to The Owl Chalet!

A rustic 2000 sq. ft. cabin with modern touches centrally located between Nederland and Black Hawk, in Rollinsville, CO.

Short drive to Eldora, premier hiking trails, grocery stores and restaurants in Nederland, and casinos in Black Hawk/Central City. We are located off a rural gravel road that leads to East Portal Trailhead & Moffat Tunnel.

From the house, guests can walk to Melt Coffee, Howlin Winds Brewery, & Toss Wood Fire Pizza.

☀ Fully equipped kitchen
☀ Indoor gas fireplace
☀ Off-street parking for 4 cars
☀ Master bedroom with natural light, access to deck, and mountain views
☀ Guest bedroom with king sized bed
☀ Guest bedroom with queen sized bed
☀ Queen sized pull out sofa in the office/upstairs landing
☀ Private deck and patio with mountain views
☀ Large dining table for family gatherings
☀ Fast WiFi and Smart TV (NO cable)
☀ On-site washer/dryer
☀ Gas Weber grill
☀ Pet Friendly with $100 pet fee

Upstairs includes all 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, seating area, and off the master bedroom is a deck with mountain views. Downstairs you will find a large, open kitchen and dining space, living room, laundry room, bathroom, and seating area.

This is the perfect spot for mountain lovers to quickly access the outdoors and enjoy a small mountain town brewery and pizza place right down the street!

Entire space is included in this rental. Please, make yourself at home.

I am not physically located on the property but am available remotely as needed.

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Rollinsville is an ideal spot for backcountry skiing, hiking, off-roading, snowshoeing, mountain biking, and more!!

Rollinsville is a tiny mountain town with 270 residents. It located off of highway 119 between Nederland and Black Hawk. At 8500ft elevation, it is home to premier hiking and 4x4 trails. Rollins Pass is an iconic road that travels through the mountains to Winter Park and was later replaced by the Moffat tunnel. This road attracts off-road enthusiasts, mountain/dirt bikers, runners, and hikers. Year round, the hiking trails at Moffat tunnel, Arapahoe lakes and Crater Lakes, are popular for hiking, snowshoeing, and backcountry skiing. The town itself is home to local mountain folks and hippies. Please respect the neighbors private land here and be respectful of noise level at night. Take a short ride down to the town of Rollinsville to check out some of the original town buildings from the 1870’s and stop by the Howlin Wind Brewery for some locally brewed beer and coffee!

• 4x4/AWD is required in the wintertime.
• Our cabin is in the mountains at 8,500ft, harsh weather conditions, heavy winds, etc. will occur at times, please prepare accordingly.
• Cell service is limited for some guests (AT&T works) but we do have fast wifi (150+ Mbps)
• There is one large Smart TV (55-inch), we do not have cable, but you can stream (Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, YouTube, etc.)
• Guest are welcome to park 4 cars in the driveway
• The house is a 1950’s cabin with some quirky features
• Rollinsville is a small town, Nederland and Black Hawk are only a couple of minutes away via the peak-to-peak highway.
• We look forward to welcoming you!
1. Registered pets allowed with $100 pet fee
2. We are in a rural mountain area, no campfires are allowed on the property. Please do not overfill trash cans.
3. No additional guests besides registered overnight guests

Property manager

Clara Brechtel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

101130

About the neighborhood

Black Hawk

This cabin is located in Rollinsville, a neighborhood in Black Hawk, and is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manchester Lake and Barker Meadow Reservoir, while Central City Opera House and Gilpin History Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Carousel of Happiness - 9 min drive
  • Barker Meadow Reservoir - 10 min drive
  • Golden Gate Canyon State Park - 13 min drive
  • Eldora Mountain Resort - 16 min drive
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 82 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wondervu Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Last Shot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Very Nice Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Knotted Root Brewing - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Owl Chalet - 1950's Cabin close to hiking, creek, and brewery! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Owl Chalet - 1950's Cabin close to hiking, creek, and brewery!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Owl Chalet - 1950's Cabin close to hiking, creek, and brewery!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Owl Chalet - 1950's Cabin close to hiking, creek, and brewery! located?

Located in Rollinsville, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending and Manchester Lake. Carousel of Happiness and Barker Meadow Reservoir are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The area is beautiful! Only about 30 mins from the city but so quiet and close to numerous hikes of all levels of difficulty. There’s something for everyone. Check in and out was super easy and we were all very comfortable in this cute little cabin in the woods.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith D., denver, co

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful and comfortable; great wildlife sightings!
This cabin was perfect for our family of 5 plus a dog! We loved it. Beds were very comfortable, house was well-maintained and stocked. I really loved that there was only one TV which was in the main family room. I always bring our own food and cook when we go on trips to get away. Kitchen was great; loved the picnic table positioned in the extended room facing the glass sliding door. We spotted a handsome fox in the yard while eating dinner. We enjoyed seeing deer and a moose strolling/grazing in the front yard area during our stay as well! Neighbors were quiet and didn't see them much, but it is a cluttered sort of area as you drive up the hill to the Owl Chalet. Once you're situated inside, it doesn't matter. The birch trees hadn't sprouted their leaves yet (mid-May) so I would think that those provide a much more private/hidden away feel in the summer. Plenty of nice trails close by and other cute towns. Great communication with the owner. We appreciate owners like this one!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rishabh J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really cool mountain house!
Great house with cool features and walking distance from Rollinsville brewery, coffee shop and a great pizza restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owl Chalet
It was the perfect home for our family. All the positive feed backs on the house was on point. There’s not a negative thing about it. It was clean and beautiful! It was cosy and inviting. After a long day of skiing, we cold hide away and cook or we could go across the street for pizzas and drinks. The locals were super friendly and nice. There are also many other restaurants, breweries/distilleries and grocery store only 8 minutes away. Clara, thank you for hosting us! You get 5 stars alone!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cabin
Perfect little quirky cabin, clean and close to the Rollinsville food and drink spots. Lots of cozy rooms to hang out in, fenced backyard for our pup, and lovely views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
This home was perfect for our week long stay during thanksgiving break! Great cookware, utensils, washer, dryer, beds and bedding. Plenty of space for everyone to move around and have privacy. As others have mentioned, it’s unique and has tons of little quirky details we found interesting. We traveled with our dogs and the small fenced in backyard was perfect for potty and play time. The neighbors have dogs and we’re super friendly. There are a few neighbors around, however the homes are far enough apart it still felt private. The location was perfect for us. It’s close to hiking, skiing, coffee shop, book store, small grocery store and necessities shops. It’s about 45 minutes to Boulder with a beautiful drive along the way. If I had to give any advice for someone looking to stay, there are stairs to get to all the bedrooms. The parking area is not attached to the home and is up on top a small hill. To get to the front door you must go down a few stairs. So maybe not ideal for someone who needs walking assistance with a walker or wheelchair. One shower upstairs and a small bathtub/shower downstairs. We did need additional towels, so we had to wash them frequently. We were able to all pile up and watch movies in the living room. There’s also a lounge area near the kitchen you can visit with everyone while cooking. The owner was amazing and had great communication. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. We will be staying here again!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visitto Chelsea?
My sister and I came out to Colorado to visit my daughter.We had a fantastic day. The house was perfect for us and I had so many nice little touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owl chalet is absolute gem and delight to stay in! It is such the most perfect and wonderful mix of modern comfort in a beautiful cabin, which is exactly what we were hoping to find in our trip. Incredibly well put together, organized, and designed so lovely! Not to mention we found beautiful lighting in the fall. Thank you to our host for being responsive and maintaining a beautiful place for us to enjoy!

10/10 Excellent

Layne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Location was great, house was clean and organized! We enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Must needed get away!
Wonderful views and perfect location. Clara is a wonderful host and would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific house
The house is great, well stocked and was super clean. The bedrooms are large with comfortable beds and nice view in primary bedroom. The kitchen has great appliances and I appreciated how well stocked it was.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reagan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short but sweet stay to Gilpin County
This well equipped house in Rollinsville made a great home base from which to explore the area. So many great outdoor activities within a short drive, we only wished we had more time to see and do more. The three bedrooms with big beds plus a well equipped kitchen (thanks so much for the complete spice rack!) was perfect for parents plus sons with wives. Make sure you get your groceries beforehand as the peace and solitude also mean a bit of a distance to a market. I would rather be close to a trout stream than a Safeway any day, though. The brewery, distillery and pizza place a short 3-5 minute walk down the road was a pleasant surprise for the young adults. All in all, highly recommended and will look for a return option next time we visit our kiddos in Denver.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and comfortable
We enjoyed our stay and our host was very communicative. Lovely part of Colorado.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Cabin
Beautiful house, plenty of space, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2023
Unique & VERY clean cabin located close to Boulder & mountain towns. Nederland is less than 10 min away and has great restaurants & views. Second floor with bedrooms gets a bit warm in Summer (need to leave sliders open overnight for cooler air) but overall we had a great stay & had everything we needed. We had 4 teens/young adults with us (6 total) and had plenty of space.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Owl Chalet
Convenient to popping over to Nederland, beautifully decorated, very clean and comfortable. Loved it and would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
House was well appointed and in a great location to access many of the activities we enjoy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bowanne H., Akron, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
Clean, cozy and conveniently located. Perfect place for family mountain getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jolee E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay!
Enjoyed time with friends hiking and checking out the nearby towns. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn J., Westminster

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and spacious cabin
When we arrived at 4:15 p.m. the cleaning crew were still working, so we had a slight delay in check in. The cabin was nice, some quirky features, but plenty of room for my husband and I an our 2 boys. There were several dishes in the kitchen that were put away dirty by the previous guests. :( My favorite room is the Main bedroom upstairs, Floor to ceiling windows and nice mountain views! Overall it was a good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy Home near Nederland
The 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus all the other room inside and out were very comfortable and welcoming. The home is in a quiet neighborhood in Rollinsville just 10 min south of Nederland. Rollinsville has a coffee shop, brewery and pizza oven ride down the road from the house (check the operating hours of those businesses though - they are not open some days). The house is perfect for 6 people. It has more than adequate kitchen equipment and room to cook. The towels are quite nice and the beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of Space
Older home with some quirky features but plenty of room to relax for my family after a long day of skiing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice mountain home
This is a nice 3 bedroom mountain home with a great kitchen and great views! Good place for a small family or group get-together and ski/snowboard trip as it is located close to the Eldora Ski Area. Clean, well appointed for cooking, and peaceful place in Rollinsville CO. All mountain activities are located nearby and Nederland is also close with restaurants and family fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
December mountain escape
We booked the property to be close to my daughter that moved to Boulder recently. It’s a 45 min to Boulder and beautiful tucked away in the mountains at about 8500 feet. The property was exactly as listed / nice propane fireplace and large comfortable king bed in the master suite with gorgeous views of the Roosevelt national forest. Rollinsville is an old mining town established in the 1800’s. Make sure and go to the grocery store before you get to town because there is none there. Golden is a good choice. We visited a lot of restaurants, coffee shops and gift shops in Nederland a short 8 min drive away. The pizza at Crosscut is unbelievably fresh and delicious. The Rustic moose has a ton of great gift options and the New Moon has the perfect cup of cappuccino! I think a good alternate name for the owl chalet is whistling winds retreat due to the high winds. We don’t spend a lot of time in the mountains in winter so this was new to us. We went hiking in Boulder where it’s a good 15 degrees warmer and enjoyed watching the big screen tv and playing cards and games at night in the house. Thanks for hosting us !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience!
We stayed here while we were in town to elope. This property was great! The pictures were very accurate except there are a few neighbors around and a main road nearby that we didn't see in the pictures but neither bothered us. The house kept very warm in the winter and was well stocked with what we needed for the most part (bring coffee!). Be careful around the bed in the master room, we have some scrapes and bruises from hitting the edges so many times lol. But really a great place to stay, I recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022