Mt. Elbert View Cabin | Sleeps 4 | Leadville

Summary:

Wake up to Colorado's tallest peak. The Southpaw is a 2-bedroom cabin with a sleeping loft at Grand West Village Resort in Lake County, Colorado—a cozy mountain hideaway that sleeps four with stunning Mt. Elbert views from your southwestern-facing porch. Whether you're planning to summit the 14,440-foot peak, fish at Twin Lakes 25 minutes away, or explore alpine trails, this cabin is your perfect basecamp. Managed by Traverse Hospitality, Lake County licensed, Superhost-rated, and consistently 5-star reviewed.



The Space:

THE SPACE



Layout & Sleeping Arrangements:

This 2-bedroom cabin spreads across two levels with flexible sleeping for up to four guests. The main floor features a queen bed in the bedroom plus a full bathroom. Upstairs, the loft holds two twin beds and a 3/4 bathroom—ideal for children, two friends, or a second couple. The loft setup preserves privacy while accommodating additional guests comfortably.



Main Floor Living:

The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, gas range, and full-size refrigerator—ready for meal prep, morning coffee, or family dinners. The living room centers on an indoor gas fireplace with cable TV, providing a warm gathering space. A dedicated bedroom with full bath rounds out the main floor. Private entrance and free designated parking (with overflow for trucks and trailers—boats and roof boxes welcome) ensure easy arrivals and departures.



Outdoor & Shared Amenities:

The southwestern-facing front porch frames a direct view of Mt. Elbert (14,440 ft, Colorado's tallest peak)—a stunning vista that shifts throughout the day and season. Inside Grand West Village Resort, you'll find shared picnic tables, a swing set, horseshoe pit, and gas grill in the common yard—perfect for families or groups wanting to gather.



What to Expect:

The cabin sits at 9,200 ft elevation in the cool mountain air; the natural climate keeps the interior comfortable year-round. This cabin works best for couples or small groups of 2–4 people. If your party needs more bedrooms, other Grand West Village cabins are available through Traverse Hospitality.



Local History & Character:

The name Southpaw draws from the Lost Mine Loop—1880s prospector Eric Jones left his mark on local lore, and his story lives on in this cabin's name.



YOUR BASECAMP FOR ADVENTURE



Location is everything. Twin Lakes (25 minutes) is the destination for summer fishing, paddleboarding, and sailing, plus winter cross-country skiing. Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive trailheads are equally close at 25 minutes—direct access to some of Colorado's most iconic high peaks. Downtown Leadville's Harrison Avenue restaurants, breweries, and shops are just 8 minutes away, so you're never far from town amenities or mountain escape.



Winter sports enthusiasts will appreciate Ski Cooper (approximately 30 minutes) and Copper Mountain (approximately 40 minutes)—both within reasonable reach for day trips or weekend ski outings.



WHY HOSTS & GUESTS TRUST THIS LISTING



Managed end-to-end by Traverse Hospitality, this property is Lake County licensed and holds Superhost status with an average 5-star rating from nine verified guest reviews. You're booking with professional hosting, responsive support, and a property manager committed to consistent quality. The cabin delivers exactly what's promised: a comfortable, well-maintained basecamp with genuine mountain character and a Mt. Elbert view that never gets old.



This is a family-friendly property that shines for couples, small families with one or two children, or groups of friends seeking a cozy mountain retreat. The shared resort yard keeps families engaged, while the proximity to outdoor recreation means your adventure starts the moment you arrive.



WHAT'S INCLUDED



Bed linens and extra pillows & blankets provided. Full kitchen with cooking basics, coffee maker, dishes, and silverware. Washer and dryer for your laundry. Free wireless internet. Heating for cool mountain nights. Hot water for showers. Designated parking and overflow spaces. Gas grill in the shared yard. Cable TV and fireplace for relaxing evenings.



GOOD TO KNOW



The cabin's high elevation and mountain location mean cool, natural climate control. The 3/4 bathroom upstairs works perfectly for the loft but is slightly smaller than a full bath. Overflow parking is available for vehicles with trailers, making this ideal if you're bringing a boat or roof box. If your group grows beyond four, neighboring Grand West Village cabins are available through the same property manager—they can coordinate a multi-cabin booking for larger parties.



Guest Access:

Self check-in via keypad — code is sent the day before arrival along with our digital guidebook covering Twin Lakes paddle rentals, Mt. Elbert trailhead logistics, restaurants, and altitude tips. Guests have access to the entire cabin including both bedrooms (main and loft), both bathrooms, the kitchen, the living room, and the front porch. The shared resort yard, gas grill, picnic tables, swing set, and horseshoe pit are open to all Grand West Village guests. Designated parking is reserved for your unit; overflow handles oversized vehicles like trucks with trailers or roof boxes.



The Neighborhood:

The Southpaw is located in Grand West Village Resort, a small managed community of cabins on Lost Mine Loop in southern Lake County, Colorado — geographically between downtown Leadville (north) and Twin Lakes (south). Twin Lakes is approximately 25 minutes by car: in summer it's the launch for fishing, paddleboarding, and sailing; in winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing across the frozen lakes. The Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive trailheads are also approximately 25 minutes — these are Colorado's two tallest 14ers (14,440 ft and 14,428 ft).



Downtown Leadville (the highest incorporated city in North America at 10,152 ft) is approximately 8 minutes by car. Harrison Avenue's restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, the Tabor Opera House (1879), and the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum are all walkable from the downtown core. Ski Cooper is approximately 30 minutes north, Copper Mountain 40 minutes east, and Vail/Beaver Creek about 50 minutes. In summer, Independence Pass to Aspen opens (about 1 hour drive). The cabin's name Southpaw comes from a local 1880s Lost Mine Loop story about prospector Eric Jones — the trail behind the resort retraces some of that history.



Getting Around:

A car is essential. The Southpaw is 8 minutes from downtown Leadville and 25 minutes from Twin Lakes and the Mt. Elbert trailheads — but there is no public transit between Grand West Village and any of those destinations. Designated off-street parking is reserved for the unit, with overflow spaces sized for trucks, trailers, and roof-box-equipped vehicles. Allow extra time for snow/ice conditions Nov–April; Lost Mine Loop is plowed but the high country averages 100+ inches of annual snow. Independence Pass (the summer route to Aspen) closes November through May.



Other Things to Note:

For stays longer than 15 days, a mid-stay cleaning is required and an additional fee of $150 will apply. This helps us maintain a high standard of cleanliness and ensures the home stays comfortable for the duration of your stay.



ALTITUDE — Grand West Village sits at approximately 9,200 ft, with Twin Lakes a bit lower and Leadville a bit higher (10,152 ft). Some guests experience altitude symptoms (headache, fatigue, mild nausea) the first 24 hours. If you're staging a Mt. Elbert summit, plan to acclimatize for at least one full day before the climb. We cannot offer refunds for altitude-related issues.



NO A/C — Twin Lakes and Leadville stay cool year-round at 9,200–10,200 ft; A/C is not standard in any cabin here and is rarely needed. Summer nights drop to the 40s.



NO HOT TUB — This cabin does not have a hot tub.



NO PETS — This is not a pet-friendly cabin.



PARKING — Each unit has designated off-street parking with overflow space sized for oversized vehicles (trucks, boat trailers, roof boxes).



NEIGHBORING CABINS — Grand West Village Resort has multiple Traverse-managed cabins. If your group needs more bedrooms, ask us about booking an adjacent cabin.



WILDLIFE — You may encounter local wildlife (foxes, deer, the occasional moose at Twin Lakes) and small critters that come with mountain living. Doors stay closed; we maintain ongoing pest control.



LICENSE — Lake County Land Use STR license #2024-074.



GUIDEBOOK — A digital guidebook with check-in info, restaurant recs, trail maps, Twin Lakes outfitter contacts, and Mt. Elbert trailhead logistics is sent via email link the day before arrival. This is the only path to your check-in info.



Interaction with Guests:

We are local Leadville-based property managers. Self check-in via keypad means you can arrive late without coordinating; we send the code, the digital guidebook, and an introduction text the day before arrival. We're available by phone, text, or message 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. for anything during your stay — Mt. Elbert trail conditions, restaurant recommendations, plumbing emergencies, whatever — and we run a 24/7 emergency line for urgent issues outside those hours. We don't drop in unannounced.