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Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 24725 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy

Perfect for Family Reunions, Special Events, and Corporate Retreats. Bring the whole gang (up to 24 people) and cook, eat, sleep and play under one roof in this 7800 sq ft Colorado Style Retreat/Family Reunion Home. Perched on the ridge of a 40 acre secluded estate, this mini ranch is conveniently located only 12 minutes from the Air force Academy, 15 minutes from Colorado Springs, 6 minutes from Monument and services, 20 minutes from Castle Rock, and 35 minutes from South Denver. The 360 degree view offers beautiful sunrises, sunsets and miles of ever changing, unobstructed mountain vistas.
The House on Bluebird Ridge accommodates up to 24 people, and offers you the opportunity to host intimate special gatherings such as weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate retreats, family reunion functions and barbecues for up to 50 people.
You won’t have to leave Bluebird Ridge to enjoy Colorado’s beauty. Although, we highly recommend you do check out all the fun things to see and do nearby; hiking, trail running, mountain biking, fishing, horseback riding, tennis, golf, and swimming. You will also want to pull yourself from the ranch and take in some mountain adventures and touristy stuff; US Air Force Academy, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Olympic Training Center, Seven Falls, Cave of the Winds, Cripple Creek Casino Town, Manitou and Old Colorado City shopping.
For added fun, treat your kids to a real Colorado Adventure; pack and pitch a tent on the property and spend a magical Colorado night around the campfire before you finish the cool night off with a soak in the hot tub.

Sleeping Accommodations 8 Bedrooms, 3 Bonus Sleeping Rooms
(24 in beds)

House Highlights:
-2 Kitchens
-8 Bedrooms
-3 Bonus Sleeping Areas
-7 Bathrooms
-2 family rooms
-1 Grand Billiard Room
-Poker Table
-Ping Pong Room
-Library/Loft
-Soaking Tub and Steam Shower (master)
-3 fireplaces (1 wood burning, 2 gas)
-Hardwood floors in main level common areas
-Central Vacuum System
-In-floor hot water heat
-Colorado cool weather air conditioned; The altitude of 7600 ft combined with Colorado’s low humidity and chilly nights mean air conditioners are far and few between in the high country. On very hot summer days, it may get warm in the house in the afternoon; just pull the shades down by day, open the windows by night and enjoy a quick “Colorado Cool Down”.
-Music room; player piano, guitar, mandolin, ukulele & other noise makers, make for a fun and memorable time for all. (please supervise kids)
-Formal Dining Room open to Great Room (Seats 10)
-Informal Dining Area open to Great Room & kitchen (Seats 8 at table & 10 at counter)
-Great Room –main level; 27 ft vaulted ceilings, wood post & beams, 3 story stone wood burning fireplace, wall of southwest facing windows with mountain views
-Library Loft overlooking the Great Room with futon, game table, library, desk and computer printer.
-Gourmet Kitchen: Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances; 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, trash compactor, wine cooler, microwave oven, side by side refrigerator/freezer; gas stove, 2 stainless steel sinks, garbage disposals, instant hot water beverage dispenser, custom cabinets, walk in pantry, mountain view
-Laundry Room; washer, dryer, utility sink,
-2 staircases to upper level; formal staircase in the front entry and living quarters staircase off the Mudroom
-Large, side entrance Mudroom with storage cubbies, benches and shelving
-Grand Billiards Room with pool table, game table and fireside seating
-Ping Pong Room: Set up or take down the Ping Pong table and use this room for whatever fits your needs.
-2nd Kitchen-Lower Level: refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher
Outside Features:
-40 acres; hike, bike, camp
-Gas BBQ Grill
-Hot Tub: 6-8 person
-Campfire Ring (contingent upon fire bands in place)
-Campsite for tent
-Redwood play set with swings and playhouse
-Available onsite: Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Crochet, Botchy ball, Hillbilly Horseshoes, Horseshoes
-1000 sq ft redwood deck with Mountain Views (partially covered) with seating and dining
-900 sq ft bi-level patio with seating and dining
-Lower Level Covered Patio with seating
-Large Covered Front Porch with seating and dining
-Flower Gardens
-Parking for up to 8-10 cars on pavement (overflow parking in the grass field)
-Garage: 4 car garage will be locked off and not available to guests. Special requests will be considered.
Amenities
-Wi-Fi
-Dish TV
-TV; Main Level Great Room, Lower Level Family Room,
-Main Level Master Suite
-Lower Level Play Room
-Books of all kind for your reading enjoyment
-Iron, ironing board
-Blow Dryer in each bathroom
-Bath Towels
-Hot Tub Towels
-Bed Linens
-Blowup Twin Mattresses and Linens (2)
-Telephone: There is no landline telephones…bring your cell phone!
-Pre-stocked initial basic household paper goods

Animal Policy

Dogs & Cats: We do not allow guests to bring dogs and cats to the ranch or in the house. If you have a pet that must travel with you, we can recommend an exceptional, nearby Boarding facility.

Fun places to see in the Pikes Peak Region
Looking for fun attractions to experience while on vacation? With a wide variety of Colorado Springs tourist attractions to see when in town, you’ll have plenty to keep you busy. Feed the giraffes at the America’s only mountain zoo, take a step back in time in an old ghost town or roar with dinosaurs. Colorado Springs attractions have something for everyone. The region features more than 55 incredible Colorado Springs tourist attractions including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and the U.S. Olympic Training Center.

Special Events
The House on Bluebird Ridge is perfect for intimate functions for up to 50 people and you are welcome to host your special event, inside or outside at no extra charge; Weddings, Cocktail Parties, Rehearsal Dinners, Barbecues, Corporate Functions. The owners will supply you with a list of local caterers and rental centers and work out the space logistics prior to your arrival.

Property manager

Chris Mikulas

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside ok

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family Reunions Retreats Weddings Sleeps up 24 Air Force Academy
Family Reunions Retreats Weddings Sleeps up 24 Air Force Academy
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About the neighborhood

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Monument, CO

What's nearby

  • King's Deer Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • US Air Force Academy - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Garden of the Gods - 28 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Glen Eyrie Castle - 30 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Airport (COS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy located?

This family-friendly Monument vacation home is located in the mountains, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from King's Deer Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Greenland Open Space and Fox Run Dog Park. Glen Park and US Air Force Academy are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Family Reunions, Retreats, Weddings - Sleeps 24, 40 Acres near Air Force Academy Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family retreat!
We came in for our Son's Graduation from USAFA, and had a wonderful time with the all the activities of this wonderful property. Hosts were great and the whole family enjoyed the tranquility and space of the property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very happy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Excellent accommodations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family reunion
The house was as advertised. It was a great place for 24 of us from all generations to spend time together and enjoy the activities that the area offered.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
This property was perfect for our needs. Everything was furnished and the view was outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

BO G., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house and location
Great house to just relax and take long walks. Close to Colorado springs house is well equipped and our bridge group enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Home!
This home had everything you need. It was a home away from home. Extremely spacious, beautiful views, and perfect for a large family gathering!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Home
Chris, the home was outstanding, and delivered everything as promised. We were very happy with the accommodations and location. Our group enjoyed a fantastic stay with the comfort of this great home. The home was clean, and inviting with amenities to keep everyone entertained. We look forward to staying with you again!

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had 24 family members who gathered together in the house. It worked well for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hadas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location for a large family reunion!
The house is perfect for a large family get together! As there are bedrooms on 3 different levels of the house it is easier to divide groups up to meet different needs (families with kids on lower level where there are games, 2 rooms on main level for anyone with accessibility issues, plus several rooms upstairs for more quiet and privacy. Wonderful porches for enjoying the outdoor scenery, hot tub for relaxing at the end of the day. Plenty of kitchen equipment for large group meals. There is also a lot of outdoor games for kids, incl. a basketball net, a kiddie playground, and a fire pit for making s’mores.We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for extended family while in town for wedding
We stayed here along with several of our adult children and their families so we could attend our son's wedding. We had a total of 12 adults and 10 children. After the wedding we stayed a few extra days to explore a number of nearby places: Garden of the gods, Pike's Peak, Cave of the Winds, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Glen Eyrie, and North Cheyenne Cañon Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vernon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
First time my family has traveled to Colorado and this was was great to accommodate a large group of people. There were plenty of sitting areas, bedrooms, bathrooms and activities entertain kids. You have easy access to both Denver and Colorado Springs with a short drive. Overall we had an awesome time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oustanding
The house is incredible. The hpuse is spacious and has floor plan allowing for privacy for all. The view from the backyard of Pikes Peak is magnificent. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

JOHN M.

Family vacation
House was awsome...very open and big- and the kitchen is a dream kitchen that was very well stocked. The views from the house are spectacular, everything u would want or expect in CO. The beds are not all that comfortable but they worked. Overall our experience was very nice and I would definitely stay there again, hopefully next time for more than a few days :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2015

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion 2023
This big house was even better in person than the pictures online! The views all around the secluded property were absolutely beautiful! We had 20 people stay for a week and the house had so much space that you didn’t feel on top of each other. Our host Christine and Eric the property manager were quick to respond to any needs that we had. We had the best reunion and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaRita J., Tulsa Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to stay!
We loved the house and property! The kids wanted to stay at the house instead of going out! They spent so much time in treehouse and playing horseshoes. House sits up high with beautiful view of Pikes Peak. The kitchen has everything you need and we enjoyed cooking family dinners. It’s all just as described with plenty of room for large group. Absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B., Durand Wisconsin

STUPENDOUS HOME
This house suited our Family Reunion of 20 very nicely.... View, location, kitchen, deck were all Wonderous People could go be quiet or join the family games.... Home is warm cozy, and has everything.... Kitchen perfect for group cooking with everything you can imagine for getting the job done.... we went to many places in the area Chris is Fabulous and her home is Fantastic

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time & Wedding
We had a wonderful trip! We spent several days with our families (8 kids 2 months - 6 years old and 10 adults) and there was MORE than enough room for everyone! We also had a small wedding on Saturday and it was absolutely perfect, the view, the deck, the space.. no one felt cramped or crowded. It was beautiful! The house is so spacious and in a great location! The kids loved the jungle gym outside and playing games on the lower level. We were incredibly happy with our stay and would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation!
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at the property. A couple of days were a bit warm but we did not feel uncomfortable in a house with no air conditioning. The view of the mountains is amazing from the deck. The size of the house was perfect for 22 family members. Only downfall was the basement refrigerator was not working properly but we only needed the one in the kitchen. One of the toilets leaked a little but we had 6 other toilets that worked. We would definitely recommend this property to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

J M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful long weekend with adults coming together to enjoy our youngest son’s wedding.
The place was exactly as perfect as the reviews described. We had enough room to thoroughly enjoy the property and different activities. We did not use the space with children, but there appeared to be tons of stuff for kids to enjoy. As we were an adult crowd we spent a night playing cards, ping pong and pool. We spent time cooking and eating. Everyone enjoyed, and as expected in the area, we had a severe wind storm that one of the owners stopped by to remedy a couple of things. Altogether, we all had a great time! I would definitely book again with a crowd!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a large group, wonderful views.
We had a great time at the house. Weather was cold enough that we largely stayed inside, and this is the perfect house for it. Plenty of bedrooms and sleeping areas, plenty of room for entertainment in multiple locations. The kitchen is fantastic - we had at least a half-dozen of us working in there at the same time, and it's spread out enough that we could navigate everything and everyone well enough to be very effective...and even have fun! Having the pool table, ping pong table (bring your own paddles/PP balls) and a downstairs bar and poker table provided plenty of entertainment opportunities We would definitely stay here again. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy R., Houston TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Bluebird Ridge Ranch was all and more than anyone could ask for. After arriving during a thunder/hail storm that knocked out the power in the whole area, the property manager was available and was very helpful in getting us settled in. Our family of 16 had so much room to enjoy our vacation in Colorado. There was a great supply of dishes and cooking utensils for us to prepare our meals. The game room was enjoyed by children and adults as well. The games to play outdoors were great to enjoy the wonderful outdoors as well as the play house and play ground for the younger ones. The hot tub was also a big hit. There were many places to relax both indoors and outdoors. We would recommend this property for any large groups that are planning a stay in Colorado. It was situated convenient to many attractions and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Yearly family vacation
The home easily accommodated 20 people in a beautiful setting. The listing did not indicate there was not air conditioning. The home did not seem to have been professionally cleaned. The property and the listing was cheapened by the fact that there were not suffice and updated housekeeping items, such as dish towels, dish cloths, trash bags, etc. We did not appreciate the unannounced visit from the property owner. Their check list for things to be done when leaving (quite extensive), should also equal a “check-in” list of items a client would expect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 2024 Monument, CO Stay
We had a wonderful vacation in the Colorado Springs area, with the spacious home being ideal for our large family ranging from ages 12 to 75. Chris and Bob were quick to remedy a few small issues, and were good to work with. The location was great, and we thoroughly enjoyed the Garden of the Gods, ride up the cograil to the top of Pikes Peak, the Olympic museum and the training facilities, the Cave of the Winds, hiking trails in the area, and other attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monument Family Reunion
Had a great time, very nice location.. house had everything you can think of and then some 👍. Wild life everywhere!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024