Borders Cog Railway, Manitou Incline, Barr Trail ~ Private Drive ~ HOT TUB!

The stairs from the street level up to the third floor was an athletic feat. Having to go from the 3rd floor bedroom downstairs to access a shared bathroom on the second floor in the middle of the night was inconvenient. The seating areas were very nice.

Property is perfectly located. We were able to enjoy all of the points of interest. The property had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We were able to visit the Cliffs Cave Dwelling, Cave of the Winds, Seven Falls, Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, and Garden of the Gods. We also rode the Cogway Railway which is a short walk from the home. We really enjoyed the hot tub, and the enclosure made it even more comfortable. This property checked every box and we look forward to returning!

The cottage was quaint and cozy. It was well stocked with a full kitchen and everything we needed. The views were spectacular, especially from the large deck. The host thought of everything, even holiday season decorations. We especially enjoyed wood burning fireplace/stove and we plan to stay again next year. Note: the parking is limited and the host lives next door and does monitor the property/parking.

The house itself was in good working order. Its an older house but was cozy. The stairs to get to the house and to leave were diabolical. I would not reccomend this home to anyone older with physical difficulties or anyone with kids.

Wonderful location! Well appointed and very clean.

Our family of four stayed for 4 nights. We loved the location. We were able to walk into downtown Manitou Springs as well as the trailhead for the Barr Trail is only a 3 min walk. Great views from the balcony. Home was equipped with everything we needed and then some.

Great location to the cog railway, Manitou Incline and the town of Manitou Springs. Wonderful views from the front deck.

Great view and location. Nicely appointed Kitchen and bathroom. Rest of unit seriously needed a deep cleaning. Very dusty. Old carpet needs replacing

Charming 140 year old home, stairs are the way they designed them long ago & not easy but no problem if you don’t have mobility issues. Balcony views are what make this home by far. So worth it. Also close to many things to do. We did a high tea, dinner at Cliff House, Sunwater spa & more. Instructions from owner were clear & easy to follow. I would consider coming here again.

Amazing views of Colorado Springs and loved hearing the cog railway train!

Hot tub was clean. Every room was perfect. Front porch is so nice to sit on. Quiet street. Short trip if not within walking distance to many places. Manitou Incline COG Railway just to name a couple. Kitchen well stocked. Two living rooms and two bathrooms.

Great house with tons of character. The location is perfect as its near town, the cog train, and Garden of the Gods.Pack light, the front steps are a challenge and the door lock, while explained needs attention, but all in all a great property.

We planned a hiking trip - Pikes Peak. Location is JUST PERFECT. We hiked just around the property to start our hike from Barr Trailhead. We didn’t have to worry about finding a parking spot way early in morning. We didn’t get to use hot tub, so can’t comment on it. It’s an old home but very homely. Kitchen is fully stocked with all essential utensils, dishes, coffee makers. Bosch dishwasher :)! Huge refrigerator! We didn’t check if it is able to make ice or not - perhaps, waterline is not connected! It’s right across from Cograil Depot and small river coming down from the mountain. Porch faces the depot, valley towards Colorado Springs and ridge. Amazing views! Overall, this is a great place for everyone seeking for a weekend get away or weeks of retreat from hustle and bustle!

The view from the balcony is wonderful! The picture is what sold me on this rental. That and the proximity to the cog train depot. We simply walked down to the station in the morning. The house is also a very short walk to the Barr Trail trailhead. Very convenient to someone wanting to hike the Pikes Peak Trail. The house was clean and the beds comfortable with thick comforters. There are a lot of stairs and they are narrow. The listing did say there were stairs, but we didn’t appreciate how many to reach the bedrooms.

We had a great time. The location was as advertised and we enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

Had a great time!

We kind of got shaftedI’ve never written a negative review before, but really feel like we got shafted by these hosts. Shortly before our trip began my wife injured her knee and needs surgery once we get home. But we were past the refundable period on this house so thought we’d give it a try, even knowing that there were a LOT of steps (50 from the street to the bedroom floor). It only took a day to realize her knee couldn’t take it. I explained this to Jean, and asked if there was any way to get a refund. She said, ”The way to get a refund is if you cancel and then the property is booked by another guest.” So we canceled and they quickly rebooked 6 of our 9 remaining nights.Great news - until our refund came. They refunded the equivalent of 1-1/2 nights.I asked Jean how they came up with that number. Silence. So basically they used our misfortune to double book (and double charge for) the property, then sent a small percent to us as a refund. Not cool. Contractually yes, they could do that. Was it the right thing to do? Not hardly!

Amazing walkable access to Barr trail & the Cog Railway. Fully stocked kitchen! Lots of hummingbirds to watch while you're sitting on the porch. A bear knocked over the trashcan our first night, so good thing it has a lock on top! The pinpad lock gives a bit of trouble, but not bad once you figure out the trick. Great place to stay overall!

Upstairs room on left had what looked to be BM or chocolate on the decorative pillows.

This wonderful quirky house was great! The location is great for the incline and Pikes Peak train. Very clean. Just a heads up….lots of steps but definitely doable. The porch and view was wonderful. Jean was always available. Great place!

We loved this house. It had everything we needed and plenty of space for 3 adults and 4 kids. The house has a ton of character and doesn’t at all feel like so many of the bland houses we’ve stayed in before. Plenty of amenities, super clean and the most gorgeous location.

This place was awesome, lots of privacy great views, loved to watch the sunrise on the open outside upper deck. Owner very good in responding to questions, will stay here again.

Property is in a great place. Easy walk to Incline, Cog Railway, shops and restaurants. The house was very clean and cozy.

Everything is sloped down hill, floors, appliances and beds. We suggest that you inform others of the amount of stairs that are involved, both exterior and interior. If you are elderly it’s important to have known that.

This is our second stay at this property. It is a beautiful location and we enjoyed sunrises on the porch and watching the COG railway.

We loved this house and location! We were able to walk to and from the Cogway train! You could see the train coming and going and hear water running. It was perfect! You are only minutes from downtown Manitou and all of the many things to do there!

This was the ideal place for a girls weekend. Loved the house!

We had a great experience!

Loved the unique property. Close to town and the Manitou Incline. Had everything we needed!

Gorgeous view and great location. The host was very communicative and wonderful to work with. There are steep stairs getting into the house and within the house. It wouldn’t be a great for this with physical limitations.

Wonderful property. Well stocked with everything one might need. Location was fantastic, close to cog railway, hiking, and an easy walk into town.

Loved that it is a short walk to metro to get to town and to get to the incline and cog railway station.

Very clean, well stocked with towels, kitchen pots, pans, crock pot etc. beautifully decorated for Christmas. Perfect location to walk to Pikes Peak Cog, Barr trail and Manitou incline.

We enjoyed our stay, with beautiful views from the balcony, and a very serene and quiet area! located at the foot of the Manitou incline and Barr trail. The home was cozy and very clean. The stairs in and out were a workout, especially after hiking, but we made it! Host was great at communicating and accommodating us!

Great location, very peaceful

Great location with views!

Loved the location in Manitou Springs! We did the Incline and the Cog Railway; both were within walking distance which didn’t require us to drive and pay for parking. The home was clean, had all the amenities we needed and fun detail. The hot tub was a wonderful perk.

We will continue to spend our Manitou vacations at the Ruxton Retreat. We love the view, and can rely on the fact the rental is comfortable and well furnished. Thanks so much for another fantastic stay.

This house is in a gorgeous location. It has easy access to some breathtaking hiking and is close to town while being far enough to enjoy solitude in the evening. It is an interesting 100+ year old house, so know that you will be climbing tall stairways with small steps. The owners are awesome and very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!

My Wife and I stayed at this beautiful house for our honeymoon. Everything was great. Cleanliness, furnished, view, and the hotub was as advertised. Nice community and lots of stuff to see. Thanks for your hospitality. The Sammons

This is a beautiful property! It was relaxing sitting on the deck and enjoying the mountain views. The location is perfect for walking to the incline and cog railway. The amenities were top quality and exactly as described. Thank you for an enjoyable and comfortable stay!

The house was exactly as described with really cool historic details and decor - and lots of stairs. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with all we needed and the wraparound porch with views was a major highlight and where we spent most of our time. Would definitely recommend as long as you’re okay with lots of stairs.

Beautiful views

Very cool place -easy access and perfect for all activities around Colorado Springs -Great Host -Easy Peazy like all rentals should be - No brainer if you have a group of 5-6 and like being in a little patch of heaven in the heart of the mountains

This was a great location, fun, and quirky house. It was a centralized place that allowed my family to easily get to our adventures. Our host Jean was easy to reach and quick with responses. The only thing preventing a 5 star review was the air conditioning in the house. The house was warm during the day but the temps quickly dropped as the sun went down.

Quaint historic cabin! Enjoyed coffee on the side deck in the morning and wine on the front porch in the evenings. Great workout with all the stairs. Lots of beds to choose from. My family loved the upstairs bathroom. Great place for a mobile family!

If you're doing the incline - stay here. If you're going to ride the cog - stay here. Don't want to pay for downtown parking stay here. Very, very charming house. Nicely stocked kitchen & laundry. Would definitely stay again and I recommend highly!.

Property was perfect for our group of six. We could walk to town, easily, and got a work out on the hill back to the house. Enjoyed hiking trails and Cog Railway nearby. Loved the deck for morning and evening nature watching.