Stone Cottage w/ Artisan Design in Cascade

Summary:
Built in 1909 by the forest service, Cascade Cottage has been lovingly reimagined to marry artisan mountain charm with modern amenities. Handcrafted details—from the terracotta breeze block partition wall to handmade Saltillo tile floors—create a warm, earthy backdrop. Enjoy a cozy gas fireplace, heated bathroom floor, and a bright kitchen. Enjoy unobstructed mountain views, curated art, and a thoughtful layout that makes this cottage an ideal hideaway for two.

The Space:
Step into a thoughtfully curated space where every detail tells a story. The living area welcomes you with original oil paintings, large-format film photographs, and a terracotta breeze block partition that subtly divides the space while keeping it open and airy. Handmade Saltillo tiles underfoot imbue warmth, leading you to a gas fireplace designed to look like a classic wood stove.

Continue into the kitchen, where rough-sawn Douglas Fir flooring from a local sawmill meets custom cabinets and a quartz countertop. Large windows frame stunning mountain views, making meal prep a joy. The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric stove, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig, pour-over coffee setup, blender, toaster, and more. In the bathroom, floor-to-ceiling handmade Moroccan zellige tiles and a heated floor invite relaxation and delight. In the bedroom space, you’ll find a cozy queen bed, Restoration Hardware leather chairs, and a Smart TV for winding down.

We truly love this cottage and believe you will as well!

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire lower level of the cottage. A private parking space sits adjacent to the cottage for your convenience.

The Neighborhood:
Our cottage is nestled in quiet Cascade, Colorado at the foot of Pikes Peak, offering breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. Explore the quaint and historic mountain neighborhood, and access local hiking trails just outside your door. Enjoy local dining at The Wines of Colorado, just a 5 min drive away. The entrance to the Pikes Peak Highway is just 2 miles from the cottage, making it easy to explore the stunning surroundings.

Cascade offers a charming local scene with parks, a rock shop, a pickle shop, and restaurants. Nearby, Green Mountain Falls offers more hiking, a memorable breakfast spot (The Pantry), a great dive bar (The Blue Moose), and more within just a few minutes by car.

Getting Around:
You'll want to bring your own transportation for getting around the Ute Pass area. The cabin is conveniently located just off HWY 24, providing easy access to Manitou Springs 10 minutes east, featuring shops, attractions, and more dining options. The drive to Colorado Springs is only 15 minutes, where you can visit Garden of the Gods, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and the new Olympic Museum. Woodland Park, 10 minutes to the west, offers grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, coffee shops, and tap rooms as well.

Other Things to Note:
+ The cottage is at 8,000 ft elevation; please prepare for possible snow from mid-October to May.

+ Start hydrating well a few days before you travel, it helps with the altitude adjustment.

+ Cell reception may be limited; WiFi is available with a very strong connection through Starlink but can experience very occasional outages.

+ The cottage entrance is up a small set of stairs from the parking area. Please be prepared to navigate exterior stairs during your stay.

+ Please respect the peace of the residential neighborhood by observing quiet hours starting at 10pm.

+ The property is shared with local wildlife; please do not leave trash or food outside.

+ Absolutely no pets are allowed.

+ We reserve the right to collect ID from guests before allowing access to the property.

+ Check in is at 5pm and check out time is by 10am. We do our best to accommodate early check in and/or late check out requests. We offer these based upon our housekeeping team's approval as their schedule can be demanding and for an additional fee of $20 per hour if granted. Please note, the earliest check in time available is 2pm and the latest checkout time we can accommodate is noon.

+ Sorry, but weddings, commercial photo/video shoots, and similar events are not allowed at the cottage.

Interaction with Guests:
We love helping guests make the most of their time in our beautiful area and live very close by. However, we give our guests space unless they ask for help or want to say ‘hi’ in person. Our team will be available throughout your stay and is always happy to provide advice on local restaurants, attractions, and adventures.