Cozy Solar Cottage on the West Side

Colorado Springs, Colorado
$175 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 3

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

About this space
My cottage is centrally located, close to downtown--within walking distance. Garden of the Gods, road to Pikes Peak, & Colorado College are minutes away. The interior is quaint and cozy, but has a roomy kitchen, fully stocked for preparing food. The outdoor space is peaceful and relaxing. I have a detailed list of restaurants & things to do. You'll love the access to an urban trail (Monument Park), comfy queen bed, and great coffee! A coffee shop and breakfast place is within walking distance.
The space
The cottage is the ideal locale for a couple wanting a getaway, for 2-3 friends traveling, a small family, for those adventuring, for those here on business, or for just relaxing by the cozy fire.
The cottage is in west Colorado Springs. It is minutes away from downtown and some of the finest brewpubs and eateries in the region, most within walking distance (1/2 to 1 mile). Plenty of coffee shops abound as well--locals and Starbucks. If you care to venture out into some of our world class trails and parks, the Garden of the Gods is a 10 minute drive for gorgeous hiking. The road that takes you to the summit of America's Mountain, Pikes Peak, is a 20 minute drive. Or you can venture further and take a scenic drive to the central mountains for skiing, climbing, hiking or sightseeing. Or explore Colorado Springs Olympic City! Inside the cottage are maps & guidebooks to guide you on one of the myriad of adventures in the Colorado Springs area. I've listed many of my favorite restaurants, parks, & open spaces in the House Information sheet inside the cottage.
The main house is a charming 1909 Victorian and the cottage was originally a carriage house. It is behind the main house, separated by a patio, garden area, and a privacy fence. There is parking right next to the cottage. The interior was remodeled in 2016, and is whimsically decorated with hand-made artifacts and accessories, many from local artisans and photographers. It has vaulted ceilings and is painted in cheerful to muted tones. Although the kitchen is spacious, airy and open, there is little separation between the kitchen and sitting area and bedroom--more like a studio apartment. The stove is a four-burner with oven and broiler and the refrigerator is not quite full sized, but close. The kitchen is equipped with lots of pots and pans for baking and cooking, and there is a microwave and an electric kettle. Cabinets are well stocked with staples and great coffee that can be brewed or served as pour-over.
The queen bed has a down comforter-super cozy, and most of my guests remark about the comfort of the bed. There are two ceiling fans to help circulate the air in winter and summer, and there is a portable air conditioner in the summer. Adjacent to the bedroom is a small sitting area with a love seat-sized couch that easily converts into a twin bed--it has a memory foam mattress and is quite comfy. Also in the sitting area is an arm chair, floor lamp and end table--all are close to the cozy gas fireplace--great place to read or catch up on emails.
The bathroom has an adorable corner sink, and the glass-enclosed shower and floor are finished in ceramic tile. The shower is small, and it may be a tight squeeze for a very large person.

The wifi is excellent, and allows for streaming on the Smart TV. If you don't have a streaming account, you can always watch on your laptop.

A privacy fence surrounds the property, and there is a small but private outdoor area next to the cottage and within the enclosed back yard that has a quaint cast iron table and 2 chairs. Perfect for morning coffee or afternoon adult beverage!
Occasionally a group of bucks wander into the area (not in the yard). One of them has at least 6 points. A sight to see in an urban area! A nesting pair of Redtail Hawks visits the area from March-October. Really fun to hear and observe!
The cottage is three blocks from a walking path that leads to downtown, Colorado College, or destinations beyond. It is a perfect path for a casual walk.
The cottage is a welcoming space for all. I do not discriminate based on race, religion, ability, gender, or sexual orientation.
My hope is that you enjoy every part of your stay--from making breakfast in the spacious kitchen to relaxing near the fire.
Guest access
Guests can use the entire cottage, and can hang out in the courtyard and/or the private patio when weather permits. I have veggie and flower gardens that are in full swing in spring, summer and fall, and guests are welcome to enjoy the gardens on the outdoor benches. There is off street (alley) parking right next to the cottage and a few steps from the door. There is a motion sensor at night.
Other things to note
Many guests are curious about the sale of cannabis in Colorado. Manitou Springs, which sells recreational cannabis is about 15 minutes from here. Recreational cannabis is not sold in Colorado Springs proper--only medicinal. Please respect the no smoking rule inside the cottage. Smoking is allowed on the patio, and please be respectful.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Memory Foam Mattress
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 317 Sq Ft (30 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Ceiling Fan Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Guidebooks/recommendations
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 3

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Teopaulo

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Wonderful place and a very sweet host!

  • Wendy-Anne

    Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 28, 2024

    Maybe small but has everything you need and more. Super clean. Definitely stay again.

  • Julie

    Submitted May 9, 2024

    Stayed May 7, 2024

    We loved our stay! The cottage is quiet, comfortable and appointed with everything you need for a great stay. The bed is comfy and the shower is hot!! It’s close to the downtown area with lots of nice shops and restaurants. The owner who lives in the front house is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Don’t hesitate to stay here you won’t be disappointed!

  • Mari T.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2026

    Stayed May 28, 2026

    This was my second time staying at Sigrid’s place. I cannot recommend her highly enough! Sparkling clean space (like for real! I’m picky about cleanliness and it was immaculate!) Convenient location and she goes above and beyond to make sure all the necessary amenities are available. The space is beautiful and the bed is like sleeping on a cloud! Comfy pillows too! I was traveling with my sister and we felt very safe and comfortable. Motion lights outside by the vehicle were great! Check in process was easy and she has a wealth of information available in the cottage with area things to do. I will 100% be booking again next time I’m in Colorado Springs!

  • Lori S.

    Submitted May 28, 2026

    Stayed May 27, 2026

    Cute cottage and friendly and helpful host! We enjoyed our stay.

  • Patricia H.

    Submitted May 5, 2026

    Stayed May 2, 2026

    The host is very accommodating and was very helpful when I ran across a problem.

  • Melanie M.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2026

    Stayed Apr 23, 2026

    Everything was excellent from the location and its proximity to so many Colorado Springs attractions, to the attention to detail and cleanliness of the property. The cottage had everything I needed for a restful mini vay-cay. The bed was super comfortable. I stayed for a few nights while visiting family in the Springs and it was nice to have a place to call my own while I was there. The communication with the host was perfect and check-in and out was easy. I wouldn't change a thing about Sigrid's cottage.

  • Fred J.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 9, 2026

    Overall amazing experience, great location, fit two people perfectly. The Host is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The house has plenty of information about hiking and food. Amazing experience overall, I hope to come back to this exact listing

  • Claire G.

    Submitted Mar 6, 2026

    Stayed Mar 4, 2026

    Loved the vibe - Sigrid prioritizes environmental stewardship and has an earthy decor highlighting Colorado nature. We value VRBOs with non- corporate hosts and enjoyed meeting her. Very accommodating to our 1/2 hour early arrival too, which does not exist for more commercial places. We will likely be back to this one!

  • Pam H.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    Yes, the kitchen was fully furnished

  • Catherine R.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    Sigrid’s property is just as advertised. It’s a lovely detached building behind her house, with private parking and access. The cottage is cozy and quiet and it’s equipped with everything I needed. It’s close to good restaurants. Sigurd is a lovely host!

  • David S.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2025

    Stayed Oct 26, 2025

    The place was amazing nice and clean everything was perfect will 100 percent book here again thanks again

  • Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    The cottage was cozy and comfortable and had everything we needed. Sigrid was great. She was concerned about our comfort and was always available if we had any questions. She had lists of good restaurants and other activities. It was a great choice for us.

  • Sandy M.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Great host very responsive.

  • JB P.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    Cute, clean and cozy with a wonderful hostess. Great location close to red rocks.

  • Zack M.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Great cottage! Perfect location, quiet, clean, and very close to Colorado College.

  • Sheila O.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    A very cozy cottage that had everything we needed and more. Sigrid is an excellent host and made us feel welcome. Her gardens are beautiful as well and such a nice place to sit out andhave your morning coffee! Prime location to easily get to various tourist destinations. Definitely recommend!

  • Lily P.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    This place is a hidden gem. The garden area and patio is amazing, beautiful and lots of things to explore. The cottage is very cozy, great location, very homey feeling and had everything little we needed and then some. The host thinks of everything and is very kind! The little notes Sigrid left around are extremely helpful! I felt very safe and secure staying there with my child. I would recommend this place to anyone wanting to visit the springs!

  • Adrienne W.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Great place! It is comfortable and very clean. The host has very thoughtfully made it very accessible with helpful notes placed throughout. The kitchen is well stocked. The location is great! A short drive to 7 falls, garden of the gods, and old colorado city. The hoat communicates very well. The cottage is easy to find. Really enjoyed our stay. Thanks!

  • Jennifer W.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 10, 2025

    We loved our cozy cottage. It was close to everything and very clean. Our host was extremely kind and helpful.

  • James B.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    This little cottage was adorable with a cute little garden. It had everything we needed. The bed was super comfy. It was very clean. Sigrid has little notes everywhere to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I found this very helpful.

  • Darrow A.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2025

    Stayed Apr 13, 2025

    Our stay was peaceful and beautiful. The space is warm, welcoming, and well thought out!

  • e g.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 24, 2025

    Good location, easy in and out, host had all the area info. Everything I needed.

  • Kara P.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    Sigrid is a very welcome addition to her beautiful, cozy, and comfy cottage! What a delight this place is! She even brought me some homemade banana bread! What a wonderful place of respite! I will definitely be returning to this 'tuck away' treasure!

  • Taylor C.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    The cottage was lovely. Very private, and the neighborhood was extremely quiet. Lots of natural light. The host has posted friendly notes throughout the space that are actually helpful, from labels on the light switches to tips on using the coffee maker to hints on how to best adjust the shower temperature. I was very comfortable and really enjoyed my stay.And I absolutely ADORED the cats on the fence boards!

  • Robert E.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2025

    Stayed Jan 16, 2025

    The place was easy to find. The hello kitty fence pickets were cute! My visit was short but I would definitely stay here again! The host was really helpful and communicated promptly! Loved my visit here!

  • Holly T.

    Submitted Jan 19, 2025

    Stayed Jan 2, 2025

    A really nice place to stay! Close to everything we needed while we were there. I really appreciated little notes around the place to help! It was also nice that there were puzzles and information on things to do in the area! Would recommend staying here!

  • Kamen P.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2024

    Stayed Nov 21, 2024

    The cottage is great, perfect for an extended stay or a long weekend. So much to do all within 30 minutes or less of the cottage location.

  • michael h.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    This cute little place is quiet and cozy. Hidden in plain sight and central to so much the area has to offer. The Host was so helpful and friendly. I will choose this cute little place everytime I visit the colorado springs area.

  • Sarah F.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    We absolutely loved our visit! The cottage had everything we needed and a few things we didn’t know we needed. Everything was clean, organized, and exceptionally well labeled. There were reading materials we were able to use as we planned out excursions. It was our first time staying in the area so it was nice having easy parking and a central location. The location was close to everything we wanted to do. We especially loved exploring the Cheyanne Canyon. I would definitely recommend this cute little cottage to anyone!

  • Dusty G.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2024

    Stayed Sep 29, 2024

    A lot more room than you would think, and the host thought of everything! Sigrid was truly delightful and helpful.

  • Ann C.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 18, 2024

    So sweet, quiet, clean and private. Sigrid has though of everything- such thoughtful touches!

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