Idaho Springs is a town located in the mountains of Colorado that’s been there for over 160 years. The town was founded as part of the gold rush but the name “Idaho Springs” is said to come from local Native American legend when the chief and his tribe would journey to the nearby hot springs and bathe in its supposed healing waters. The town is beautifully surrounded by mountains and the old historic downtown is a great place to check out and see the humble origins of the town. If you’re planning on visiting the area, these great Vrbo vacation rentals in Idaho Springs, are some of the best.
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1. Creekfront log cabin with a pool access (from USD 178)
Feel like a mountain man but still live in the modern world at this gorgeous accommodation. Located in a canyon, there are no other people around for over 2 miles (3.2 km). You’ll be nestled in the Mt. Evans area where you can fish for trout, hike the nearby trails or just lounge in the secluded area surrounding the home. The accommodation sleeps up to 10 people and is fully equipped with bedding items and things for the kitchen. Cosy up by the wood-burning stove or head to one of the nearby ski mountains. WiFi and TV access are included.
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the quiet the privacyYes it is close to road as other reviewers stateYou have little traffic at night as it is a one way road to Mount EvansFor people who want to spend time enjoying the scenery and the quiet mountain atmosphere instead of the Denver sceneWe were here during the fall colors and the drive upCleanliness:
The creek was very inviting and relaxingHost:
The owner is very nice and completely helpfulour grandchildren had a fantastic experience with the "nature hikes"The creekside fire back deck with grill and hiking trail right out the back are awesome Thanks again for a great stayOur experience has led us to make this an annual family get-together hopefully with some grandchildrenMt Evans road was spectacular and provided us with many great photosRead more reviewsLocation:
The cabin was close to nearby attractions and a great place to unwind after a day of sightseeingbut that's pretty common in ColoradoWe also enjoyed exploring downtown Idaho Springsand we loved every aspect of the stayThis is the best located best kept best floor plan and amenities for a really good price
2. Riverfront cottage with a hot tub (from USD 328)
This mountain property is a gorgeous place to spend some time with friends in the woods and mountains. The home is surrounded by forests and natural landscapes and there is also a hot tub located right next to the river which runs right by the cabin. On top of that, there is also a sauna so after a long hike you to relax your bones. Enjoy the gas grill or the fully equipped kitchen then fire up the fireplace and get cosy on those colder evenings. A TV, WiFi and linens are all provided.
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the cabin is cozy and adorablethe place was spotless beds very comfy and the hot tub a bonusand we watched each other through the windowsThe beds were really comfortablebut the cabin itself was very quiet and privateCleanliness:
Parking was very limited can't imagine where you parkHost:
We could not have been more satisfied with the cabinThey thought of everything for a wonderful family stayWonderful communication and a book about the home with all the info you need Hot tub on the creek fire pit playground for the kidsBruce and Annie were great to work with for us to rent their cabinThe location is great easy trip to Denver as well as ski areasRead more reviewsLocation:
In addition to the locationThe location is perfect in the mountains but still close to DenverThis was a great place that is close to Denver and easy to get to Really enjoyed itVery nice location with Black Hawk and Central City close byThe gurgling brook next to the house puts you to sleep at night Drive up to Mount Evans for the best views in Colorado
3. Large mountain home for skiers (from USD 342)
This large home can accommodate up to 14 people and despite its name, it is a great place all year round. The home is within driving distance to five ski resorts and is only 30 minutes to downtown Idaho Springs. The large home also comes with some great amenities as well like a ping pong table and a wood-burning stove to keep warm. TV, internet and laundry facilities are also included and during the summer the area is great for fishing and outdoor activities.
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The home has plenty of room for a large groupAll amenities are available for useHiking and fishing right out the doorThe kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and even things we didn't know we needed like the fryer that I used to cook a couple of pounds of bacon in every morning to prepare meals andAlso there was a lot of uneven concrete at the top of the stairsCleanliness:
A nice clean house with ample space and close to townIt was nice and clean FurnishedThe owners were so helpful from the very beginning as we asked questionsHost:
Idaho Springs is a cute town with alot of historyLiz was so communicative the entire time leading up to our arrival She even allowed us to check-in early and check-out late after our flights were scheduledWe were able to eat together gather together or spread out when neededThe owners were great Great communicationWe were really excited about the amount of space and number of beds to acommodate our family of 14Read more reviewsLocation:
The town of Idaho Falls has several good restaurants and distilleries Silverthorne and Breckenridge were an easy drive Several of us visited the Argo Mine and Mill and another group went to the n...Such a beautiful place and areaIdaho Springs downtown is really cute with great shops and restaurants- none of these were more than a 30 minute drive to the destinationwe had a great time here eight guys were able to sleep far enough from each other lots of tables that are great for gaming the deck is fantastic
4. Peaceful retreat with creek views (from USD 375)
Sleeping up to six adults, this mountain home provides both great privacy in the mountains while still being close to town. There are three bathrooms on site and if you’re travelling with kids, there is an additional space for up to four kids to sleep. The home has a large dining and entertainment area as well as two wood-burning fireplaces to keep cosy during the winter.
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The home was comfortable and a wonderful place to come home to each nightThe kitchen was well equipped for our eating most dinners in and the dining room with a large tableThe kitchen is large and well stocked for cookingthe large skylight in the living area makes for a gorgeous light filled roomIt was warm and cozyCleanliness:
The property was clean spacious convenient to the cityPhyllis was very easy to deal with in the little bit we had to communicate as there were no issues with the unit RoomsHost:
I called her upon our arrival with a couple of questionsTo have the creek run right through the property was amazingalmost all our meals so really appreciated the well stocked kitchenThe owner Jennifer was a pleasure to work withWe loved the how easy check in wasRead more reviewsLocation:
A great mountain house in a beautiful locationThe house has everything you need Idaho Springs town within minutes with shops restaurantswas a little but of a problem but all manageableThe location was central to our white water excursionWe had a great time in Idaho Springs House is conveniently located near town & grocery store yet still has very private feel Beautiful scenery & great house with enough room
5. Luxurious log house with a hot tub (from USD 529)
Just because you’re in a log cabin it doesn’t mean you have to live like you’re in one. This luxurious log cabin is tucked away in the mountains and has a beautiful wooden bridge to access the property. The river that runs through the area is perfect for doing some fishing off of but if that’s not for you, then head to the hot tub and have a soak while you listen to bubbling of the water and the sounds of nature. Spend your evening by the fire pit outside or the fireplace and get cosy in the mountains.
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The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare all of our mealsThe kitchen is a wonderful place to gathercooking (WONDERFULLY stocked kitchen with all basics and spices )It is 2 minutes from rafting and the townIt was very comfortable and spaciousCleanliness:
The owners take care of the property and it was very cleanThe house was very beautiful and so cleanKitchen was great to work in and the bathrooms were well stocked with towelsThe kids loved the bunk room and were excited to pick out which bed they slept inHost:
The owners Barbara and Dan Mertz could not have been more available and accommodating including letting us in about four hours early when our flight arrival changed to early morningThey were quick to respond to texts and always pleasant and helpfulPlus the owners were very helpful and quick to respond to any questionsThe owners were so quick to respond to any questionsOwners are extremely helpful and quick to respond to any questions we had Highly recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
Alll located 45 minutes from downtownThe local restaurants were very goodA stone's throw from the center of town and other sight seeing such as Red Rocks Dinosaur Ridge etcIt is a wonderful house for the summer or winterIt is so easy to get to
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Idaho Springs is a perfect place to spend some vacation time. The area is not only historic with a lot of things to see but the surrounding area is beautiful and full of nature just waiting to be explored. Listed above are some of the best accommodations offering a comfortable stay during your holidays.
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