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Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway"

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TV
Exterior
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1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 469 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway"

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 4):
Comfy queen bed
Pull-out queen sofa bed

UNIQUE AMENITIES:
-Mountain views
-Easy trailhead access for St Mary's Glacier
-Linens, towels, & essentials provided
-20-min scenic drive from I-70
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PROXIMITY TO:
Denver Airport, Via I-76W – 1 hour 15 mins
Historic Downtown Idaho Springs – 20-minute scenic drive!
-Argo Gold Mill and Tunnel
-Phoenix Gold Mine
-Indian Hot Springs
-Tommyknocker Brewery
-Westbound & Down Brewery
-Zipline & Aerial Adventure
-Rafting

“St Mary's Glacier Getaway B” is a cozy 1-bedroom condo providing the perfect respite for 1-4 people. This rental is nestled amongst idyllic Colorado mountains at approximately 10,000-ft above sea level. It can be accessed via a scenic 20-minutes drive from I-70, along Fall River Road. This is the perfect launchpad for your CO mountain adventures... you can literally walk to the trailhead for Saint Mary's Glacier. This is a 1.9-mile well-used trail featuring a beautiful lake. Hike is considered moderate and is dog-friendly (on leash).

The interior of this home has been recently updated with fresh paint and furnishings. You'll have everything you need to make meals, get a good night's rest, and prepare for tomorrow's adventure. In unit washer/dryer. Free WiFi.

This condo is located in Idaho Springs, where gold was first discovered in CO in 1859. Downtown retains much of its old, wild west charm, honoring its rich mining heritage with carefully preserved museums and historic sites, including Argo Gold Mine and Mill. Miner Street, lined with fabulous local restaurants / breweries, locally-owned boutiques. Idaho Springs is a small town with big personality, including mine tours, rafting trips, zip lining, hiking, Indian Hot Springs, family parks and more…

Please note: This condo is one of 3 rental units on property. The Getaway B may be accessed via one flight of external stairs taking you to the second floor. Each rental unit has a private entrance. Ample parking.

Although this home is located on a county-maintained road, it is very steep. From June through August, a front-wheel drive car is enough; however from November to May it is REQUIRED to be traveling in a vehicle that provides either AWD or 4 wheel drive capabilities.

Did you see the list of attractions and things to do nearby (see below)? You will absolutely love it here!
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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 4):
Comfy queen bed
Pull-out queen sofa bed

UNIQUE AMENITIES:
-Mountain views
-Easy trailhead access for St Mary's Glacier
-Linens, towels, & essentials provided
-20-min scenic drive from I-70
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PROXIMITY TO:
Denver Airport, Via I-76W – 1 hour 15 mins
Historic Downtown Idaho Springs – 20-minute scenic drive!
-Argo Gold Mill and Tunnel
-Phoenix Gold Mine
-Indian Hot Springs
-Tommyknocker Brewery
-Westbound & Down Brewery
-Zipline & Aerial Adventure
-Rafting

Georgetown & Loop Railroad – 30 mins
Guenella Pass (Georgetown side) – 30 mins
St. Mary’s Glacier – you're here!
Central City – 35 mins
Echo Lake Park – 38 mins
Blackhawk Casinos – 38 mins
Boettcher Mansion & Buffalo Bill’s Grave – 40 mins
Dinosaur Ridge – 45 mins
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre – 45 mins
Bandimere Speedway – 48 mins
Coors Brewery Tour – 45 minutes

Loveland Ski Area – 38 mins
Arapahoe Basin – 51 mins
Winter Park – 1 hr
Breckenridge – 1 hr, 10 mins
Vail – 1 hr, 20 mins
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HIKING TRAILS NEARBY:
-Saint Mary's Glacier – you're here!
-Genesee Park (buffalo & elk herds) – 40 mins
-Mt. Evans (a 14’er!) & Summit Lake Park – 1 hr, 20 mins (and worth the drive)

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PARKING:
Dedicated parking spot on-site (free)

While the property is on a School Bus Route / County-maintained and plowed roadway, during the winter months a 4 wheel drive vehicle is required.

PETS:
Pets are welcome here. There is a $150 refundable security deposit and a $50/pet non-refundable fee. Please pick up after your pet. There is an outside trash bear-proof trash receptacle for pet waste (must be bagged).

**HOUSE RULES:
Maximum occupancy: 4 adults
Tenant stated on Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years-old and acknowledges that they will occupy the property during the entire tenancy. Absolutely smoking in the home. No parties or events. Dogs welcome upon prior approval and additional fee.

Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 10:00 am

CANCELLATION POLICY:

We follow a strict cancellation policy on all websites.

If you must cancel your reservation, please be aware that cancellations must occur at least 30 days prior to arrival date. If cancellation occurs 30 days or more prior to arrival date all monies will be refunded with the exception of a $100 administrative fee. GUESTS THAT DO NOT CANCEL WITHIN THE 30-DAY TIME FRAME WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL AMOUNT. Travel Insurance is recommended, especially when traveling in the winter in CO.

Property manager

iTrip Vacations Denver

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 740 sq ft (69 sq m)

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Mountaintop view | 20 mins downtown Miner Street | trailhead access - "Studio at St Mary's Glacier"

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (35)
Mountaintop view | 20 mins downtown Miner Street | trailhead access - "Studio at St Mary's Glacier"

Policies

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

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

6845

About the neighborhood

Map
Idaho Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Saint Mary's Glacier - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 36 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Monarch Casino Black Hawk - 36 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Winter Park Ski Resort - 61 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Eldora Mountain Resort - 78 min drive - 46.8 km

Getting around

  • Fraser/Winter Park Station - 63 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dairy King - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Xpress Coffee Company - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Empire's Edge Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway" located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Saint Mary's Glacier and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Yankee Hill. Phoenix Gold Mine and Underhill Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Mountaintop condo | 20 mins to downtown Miner Street | walk to trailhead "St Mary's Glacier Getaway" Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jane M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth the cost
I would say that you get what you pay for, but this place was not worth the cost. There’s a very distinct propane smell outside, as well as a ton of junk. The sleeping accommodations were less than ideal with stained blankets, hearing everything the upstairs neighbors did, and the floor was preferable to the awful fold out couch. Close to st Mary’s trailhead.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathryn C., Rapid City, SD USA

We got what we paid for.
Property manager was very responsive to any concerns we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
This was a great place to stay. However, Google maps didn’t directly take us to the correct address initially (not the fault of the owner of course).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous site, wonderful views, good location.
Fabulous stay. Only wish there had been somewhere outside to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & Cozy
We loved it it was so Beautiful and evryone so nice ......... Would recommend A+
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay near St. Mary’s Glacier
A warm and inviting place to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the beauty of the Rockies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, pet friendly place!
Had a great time. The inside space was clean and had all the basics. For those who need it, BRING A HAIR DRYER! There is a washer/dryer, which was excellent for those rainy days and hiking clothes. We had a minor issue the first day with the toilet, but Brian was right on it, and all was well after. There is plenty of gravel parking and a small doggie area with a poo-bag station (a great little perk!). The property appears to be in some state of refurbishment, and building materials are scattered about. But we assume that is only temporary. The only minor complaint we have was the stairs, which are the outdoor steel grates. Not a biggie for humans, but the pups had to be carried up and down. It looks like there used to be rugs attached, but they have since been removed/fallen off. Not a deal-breaker for us, but if you have a big dog, it's a bit of a haul. The condo is only 1/3mile from St. Mary's glacier trail, which used to be an old ski resort (google search for a bit of history). At the base, it's a mile up and back; worth it no matter your skill level, and dog friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
St Mary’s
Was great location and nice unit for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views!
Quaint condo with a chalet feel, nestled in the mountaintop, beautiful scenic views from all windows. Very relaxing and quiet, enjoyed our stay! Property manager Bryan was very accommodating and highly responsive. Note...I am grateful that I rented a 4wd truck as it was snowing when we arrived, plus snow already on the ground, and the property is at the top of a very steep incline with several sharp turns.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet condo in the woods
This condo is definitely very clean; with an extremely accurate listing. Quiet environment in the center of nature. Best way to contact the owner is via Vrbo messaging - he answered quickly. Lovely place in the wilderness. A couple things I want to emphasize (included in the listing): 4WD or AWD is a must in the winter. We would have be sunk without it. Also, if you are not used to altitude, you should not stay at 10,000 ft. Sleeping lower helps your body acclimate when you live at sea level like we do. It can be done, it just isn’t very comfortable. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
Great communication. Place was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ritwik S.

Liked: Cleanliness
10 min walk from the trailhead
The unit was definitely bigger than a typical studio. Kitchen has most utensils but not much of anything else. if you plan to cook, please bring your own spices and ingredients. Bathroom was well stocked with shampoo, body wash, lotion, facial tissues. The balcony was not private as it served as a part of the stairway from the unit above. The views are good. You do see the mountains and vistas far out. This place is almost 20 mins away from Idaho Springs and quite at an altitude. 10K+ feet. So the weather would be significantly different from Idaho Springs. Plan accordingly. Fall River road is fine all weather. We went in December during peak snow and it was plowed regularly but it helps having a FWD / AWD vehicle. Note: the parking area in front of the unit is not plowed and can get a lot of deep snow. So plan accordingly. Best park was access to the St Mary's Glacier trail head just 10 mins walk from the unit. Overall a pretty good place to stay if you want to stay away from hustle and bustle and closer to nature. Will not mind staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
An ok place
The place is ok - cool drive up and cool views. It was clean and well-stocked. There was a really bad smell of propane that affected us physically and caused us to stay elsewhere. The property manager was responsive at first (claimed it was a drain smell but it clearly wasn’t), and after some persistence with him, he made it right with us, which was appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in the mountains
We were looking for an escape to the mountains and found a nice, centrally located, VRBO to hike and explore Colorado from. We happened to be staying the weekend of Glacierfest, which added more fun to our vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
ST Mary's getaway
Overall our experience was great. This was just what we needed. The location is a amazing, ST Mary's has so much to offer when it comes to hiking, fishing and ATV's. The only downside to this condo is that you are on the 2nd floor, sandwiched between the 1st and 3rd. The floors and ceilings are thin and noise definitely travels up and down.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
True To Site
Very nice. Was just like pictures on the site. One slight concern with carpet, but overall a great place to stay, and I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
We had hoped this would be a quiet place to recharge. Unfortunately, We could hear everything in the upstairs apartment, plus every time they came by our room, when we were trying to sleep, they were quite noisy. Also, there was a wolf/dog, that howled, Periodically through the night. The owner left it chained up to a trailer that was parked on the property. I tried to clean before we left, but unfortunately, the vacuum was totally plugged. We cleaned it out the best we could, but still could not get suction. I generally do not write such a harsh review, but after several short nights of sleep, feel the need to express our issues. Generally it was clean and it could have been a pleasant place to stay if not for the above.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy spot in the mountains!
We had a great stay. The area is peaceful and quite scenic! The interior of the condo is just as described and had everything we could’ve needed, from a coffee maker to a washer/dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ginger L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great condo
Loved the location & nice, clean condo
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for couples, maybe not a family.
The property manager was very responsive however this listing missed the mark for us. Some of the other tenants of the building we're acting out and he addressed the issue. We did have other issues. The laundry was not available, the machine would not turn on. The listing showed Dish TV as well as WIFI. There was no Dish available and the WIFI also did not connect to the TV. I think this was due to the power outages and snow storms coming in. There were no lights working on the stairs which made for unsafe conditions for a family with a small child. There was also not adequate bedding for the pull out couch, just a comforter and top sheet. This listing would be great for a couple looking for a more rustic stay. It should include that in winter seasons 4x4 or all wheel drive vehicles may be needed to travel safely up the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Heaven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent for weekend getaway
This place is just walking from the trailhead for the St. Mary's glacier. The view from the front window is excellent for catching a mountain sunrise! The kitchen is great for cooking meals as a group but the mattress and pull-out bed could use a mattress topper.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
New St. Mary's Unit B
Check-in was simple and communication with Bryan was easy - he answered the phone quickly when we had a question about the parking pass upon arrival. The location was great - easy access (within walking distance) to St. Mary's Glacier and a short drive to many other hiking trails. A coffee hut was just across the street and the owners were friendly (remembered our names after our first visit) and made great coffee. Some things to be aware of - we could hear muffled conversation from the unit above us and the resident dog(s) would bark in the middle of the night. The barking would not last long, but it did occur every night. No parking pass or local guide inside as promised. (The guide could be due to covid 19.) Bryan assured us the parking pass would not be an issue, although we did have some concern we might be towed. It was not clear what to do with trash before leaving - the instructions said "place between our parking spot and river" (no river near the property...) That said, it had everything we needed for a home base near numerous hiking trails and we would recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Janet L.

St. Mary's Condo
We enjoyed our stay in St. Mary's. The unit itself was clean, though needed some updating. The dryer of the stacked washer/dryer switch was broken. I contacted Brian, of the management company on our second day there. I had washed a load of clothes, and didn't realize that there was no way to turn on the dryer. He told me that he would contact his appliance person and get back to me. I never heard back from him. I believe that the unit is 1 of a 4 part condo. I think that 2 of the units have permanent residents, and the other 2 are rented through VRBO. The outside of the condo is filthy. There is trash and litter scattered around the building - an old washing machine, trash, cardboard boxes, etc. There is animal feces all over the side yard where we needed to take our dogs to use the bathroom (we picked up after our dogs). This would be a wonderful place to stay if the outside area would be cleaned up, and the dryer would be repaired.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, quiet location except during the night.
The cool, fresh mountain air was wonderful. The condo was the perfect size...clean, fairly open, roomy. Replacement knobs on the dryer would have been a plus instead of using a pilers. The biggest issue was the six dogs that lived in the front two condos. They woke us up two to four times each night with their crazy barking. Apparently a brown bear had decided to go up on the deck of the one condos which caused the three German Shepard’s to bark incisively. So, if you love nature and hiking plus dogs and wildlife this is the perfect spot. Also, not far from Idaho Springs if shopping or dining out is your thing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020