6 of us staying

2 sets of grandparents and 16 yr old and 20 yr old grandchildren

Beautiful home and location

Warm comfortable throws to help enjoy cool mornings watching the sunrise drinking coffee on the porch overlooking the view of the area. Sunsets were equally beautiful.The location of the house was perfect for morning walks, convenient for Pikes Peak and hiking options to trails as well as the town of Manitou. Driving to other areas of interest was easy as well.

I wanted to give a 4.5 rating. The only reason for not giving a 5 is the many stairs up to the house itself but also to get up to the 2 open concept attic bedrooms on the 3rd floor with bathroom facilities only available on the 1st and 2nd floors. It wasn't a problem for our group but it needs to be looked at closely depending on your group. Jean was a helpful host. We had no contact with her during our stay because things were fine and in order when we arrived. I feel confident she would have addressed any concerns had we had any. The house was well furnished with different spaces to spill into. Basically two living rooms on two different floors both with a television. The kitchen was well stocked which was important to our group because we enjoy evening meals together at the house after out and about all day.

The stand alone air conditioning units in the bedroom areas were greatly appreciated and a definite necessity for our Louisiana group.!

We would consider this Retreat as a place to return should we want to come to this area again. Such lovely surroundings and the process was fairly easy.

Thanks for sharing your home!