Moose Creek Chalet is a custom cabin built w/ talent and a lot of love! It is absolutely adorable. The cabin is decorated in luxurious mountain decor and finished with beautiful custom wood work. From the moment you drive up to the cabin you will see how much care and thought went into this home. It is surrounded by beautiful Pine and Aspen trees and has stunning views of the white-capped `mountains. When you walk in, you enter the open living room, dining room, and kitchen. The ceilings are high and lofted and the luxurious decor will take your breath away. The living area has comfortable leather seating and a large flat screen TV with satellite programming. There is even a cute electric fire place to add to the ambiance. The spacious kitchen is open to the living area and the dining room. It has modern stainless appliances and gorgeous granite counter tops. It has everything you will need for your stay including all dishes, pots and pans, and silverware. There is a large dining room that seats 6-8. There is additional island seating at the kitchen counter top. You will love everything about Moose Creek.
There is a full size private bedroom with a queen size bed. It has beautiful wood furniture including a dresser you can use for your stay. All linens are provided in the home. They are new luxurious linens. We use a 3 sheet system with a fitted and 2 flat sheets. You will really sleep comfortably in the cool mountain atmosphere. Upstairs there is a large loft with two queen size futon beds. The room has a flat screen TV and a large game table where you can work your favorite crossword puzzle or play a board game. The furnishings are comfortable and very tastefully decorated in mountain decor. There are sliding doors that open to a large upper deck. The views from up there are magnificent. You can see white-capped mountains and the beautiful surrounding forest. There is another bathroom off of the loft. This is a full bath with a walk in shower that has custom tile work. It is comfortable and inviting. There is a second private bedroom upstairs with a queen size bed and a private en suite bath. It too is comfortable and beautifully decorated. There is a third bedroom downstairs that is small but very cute. The kids will love this "secret" room. It has two twin beds. The second bed is a pull-out under the other.
Outside there is a back deck that has patio furniture and a gas grill. You will enjoy sitting outside and watching the wildlife in the area. There are deer, moose, fox, and an occasional bear. If you are into bird watching, you will love the mountains. There are many different species of birds, including the native blue bird which is the small cute one like in the Disney movie Snow White. The home is right around the corner from a National Forest entrance and Thompson Park. You can take nightly hikes on one of the many trails in this area. If you like ATVing, you will love this area! You can go right into the Breakneck and Browns Pass areas where there are lots of fun and some challenging trails. They are also amazing trails to hike or snow shoe in the winter. Horseback riding is just minutes from the home. The Platte River Ranch is an amazing place for family, friends and kids to ride or enjoy a hay ride or steak dinner ride. If you are an avid fisherman, the Platte River offers Gold Medal fishing. There are also several lakes nearby that are known for great fishing. They include Antero Reservoir, Spinney Reservoir, and Eleven Mile Lake. Montgomery Reservoir is also a beautiful place to fish and hike. There are many jeep trails and ghost towns and mining towns to explore in the area. Fairplay has the famous restored 1800's mining town of South Park. You will want to be sure to visit this town before you leave. Rafting is also nearby in Buena Vista on the Arkansas River.
DISCLOSURES
* This home is located in the Central Rockies at approx. 10,213 ft. elevation. Please be advised that elevation and weather should be considered when deciding if this location is appropriate.
* Guests are required to have a four-wheel drive vehicle with adequate snow tires or chains during the winter months from November through May. The area is subject to frequent unpredictable and adverse weather conditions which can make travel difficult.
* This home is located in a rural high alpine mountain environment where wildlife, insects and rodents may be encountered. The home is also equipped with a well water system and may have variability in taste, smell or mineral content based on time of year and usage.
* Guests will be required to sign a vacation rental agreement after booking.
* This home does not have WiFi, but internet access on your mobile device is likely available (depending on your carrier)
