Ideal Mt location, quiet,authentic colorado,compact,just outside town&good food.

Carbondale, Colorado
$148 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

The Dollhouse is located just outside of Carbondale Colorado, the epicenter for fun, rocky mountain Adventure & culture! Listen to the song of the Crystal River while you sleep at the base of Mt. Sopris in your enchanted, organized, self contained, free-standing, no frills and extremely comfortable tiny cabin. Walk out the door to fish the crystal river, hike trails or bike the paved trail system that connects (5 mi.)to Carbondale, Aspen & Glenwood Springs. A sojourn at the Dollhousewill launch you into your Colorado vacation and assure your aspirations will land!

While here Enjoy:
Great views of mountain-scapes, accessible trails, and rivers to watch and listen to.

Layout: 2 VERY Comfortable beds for sleeping soundly.
Due to the compact size of the Bedroom, the Dollhouse allows for only 2 visitors. In the case that an unplanned 3rd person is brought , there will be an additional nightly charge of $40, and the owners will have the right to dismiss or cancel the reservation. Please communicate with us.
The bedroom has a very cozy queen size bed on the main floor where primary storage of convenience items and appliances are stowed under the bed frame. There is functional band diverse lighting a dresser and table with two chairs.
Loft twin bed (second bed) is an additional $40 charge for use of this second bed, upon request.
Also, During winter we request that all doors to the unit be securely closed at all times when not in use to avoid freezing plumbing. We reserve the right to charge $50 for non compliance to this request.
The dollhouse is a first hand cozy small space experience to deeply recharge your batteries.
Enjoy a DVD, outdoor chairs with mountain views, a garden with flowers, a beautiful lawn, mature trees with trail access.
Singing song birds, eagles, thumping woodpeckers, soaring hawks and all manner of wildlife are possible to witness during your stay.

How to spend the day
There is so much to do right outside the door like walking to the river or miles along the waterway from your door. Oak forests with ponderosa and cottonwood trees offer shade through which birds sing and mountain views can be experienced.

on a short drive..........

Marble and Slow Groov'in BBQ is 30 min drive South on Hwy133
Glenwood springs is a 25 min drive away. River rafting. suping.
Aspen music festivals and iron mountain hot springs are nearby.
Aspen is just a beautiful 45 min drive east.
Wine tasting in Peonia.

For all who love a BEAUTIFUL scenic drive HWY 133 to Kebbler Pass is a scenic bypass that can take you to stand in Awe of the biggest Aspen Grove in Colorado only 1.5 hr. drive to Crested Butte.

*Guests ( 2 person max), have access to the main level, a loft with a second bed ( $40 additional charge), a bathroom via an outside door, serene, spacious grounds with plentiful, mature foliage and gorgeous flowers. You can sit next to a creek in the back, or eat at 3 of the lawn tables available with mountain views. Get a great taste of the mountains out your front door.

The neighborhood is quiet, in nature and remote. You'll get the feeling your camping in luxury. Blinds are installed to encourage sleeping in and privacy. There are tons of fantastic culinary experiences to be had in the various towns nearby (The Goat, Phat Thi, Allegria, The Village Smithy) and all manner of uncrowded mountain trails to explore (Avalanche Valley). Guests have intimated that they prefer staying at the doll house after soaking at the hots springs because they can unplug from being over stimulated and surrounded by people and noise.

Many guests have commented the great views and on how comfortable both beds are for sleeping and how well designed and cozy the small space feels. Because its a shift from a sprawling home there is an opportunity to let go and really relax and rest. Enjoy outdoor seating with mountain views, a garden with flowers, a beautiful lawn, mature trees and singing, birds trained in opera.

The neighborhood is quiet in nature and remote. You'll get the feeling your camping in luxury. There are tons of fantastic culinary experiences to be had in the various towns nearby (The Goat, Phat Thi, Allagria, The Village Smithy) and all manner of uncrowded mountain trails to explore (Avalanche Valley). Guests have intimated that they prefer staying at the doll house after soaking at the hots springs because they can unplug from being over stimulated and surrounded by people and noise.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 240 Sq Ft (22 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Marsha

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    Bathroom is not within the main bedroom, no kitchen area, not very quiet at night because of road noise. No Kleenex or water in room. ?

  • Bill M.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    It was even better than we expected. Not to say we thought poorly before arriving, But the fact the location was perfect for all the places we wanted to see. Crested Butte, Moab Utah (Arches), Aspen, Redstone, Independence Pass, Marble, and the many hot springs and towns near by. Our host, truly top of the top of host!!! Great communication🤩. They had lots of really great ideas when we asked for their thoughts, such as Penny Springs (Hippie Springs). It was free, literally up the road 8-10 mins, and it was by far more beautiful than any of the paid ones we went too! Loved it so much, we went back the very next day! Wide variety of people, yes, some completely naked (Hippies), who cares! Many people from all over the world, even the simple construction worker who drives by every few days because it helps his aging body! Heck, there was a family who also brought their own grill and made it an evening. Absolutely loved it all! And the cold plunge into the river flowing by, PERFECT!! The scene was way more beautiful than the Glenwood springs or Iron Mountain springs where you had a busy highway, Tons of power lines, and target and shopping you were looking at. This place was clean, just like the VRBO we stayed at!! As I told my bride, I believe it was the second day, You know vaca was good when we couldn’t remember what day it was! And to be clear and perfectly honest, it started by where we put our heads down at night We will be back!! 5 ’s is really 10 ’s

  • John D.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2023

    Stayed Oct 4, 2023

    Looked for an affordable property (close to Aspen) just ahead of Colorado’s first snows. Rustic private cabin was just what we needed - cozy and clean. Host and Hostess were perfect. They were available but never intrusive. Let us come and go as we chose. Helped us with directions, eateries and wildlife reports.

  • Lee N.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2023

    Stayed Aug 24, 2023

    Nice cozy little cabin. Perfect for what we needed. We were in town for a wedding and didn’t want to stay in downtown Carbondale. The owners are very nice and accommodating. I would stay here again.

  • Edwin J.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2023

    Stayed Jul 27, 2023

    As advertised it is a small place but as long as you only plan to microwave food or not, it is perfectly adequate for a stay. It is very peaceful and the hosts are wonderful. The bed was great and I would stay there again.

  • Tracy D.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2022

    Stayed Aug 24, 2022

    We arrived after dark but after talking with our hosts and using our GPS we were able to find the place in the dark. Surprised by very helpful motion detection lights to find out way to our adorable accommodations! Hosts were great when we met them!

  • Mary Anne S.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2022

    Stayed Aug 17, 2022

    Nice location to get to Aspen, Maroon Bells and other sights in the area. We also had two very good meals in Carbondale nearby.

  • Nicolas S.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2022

    Stayed Aug 12, 2022

    Great was nice and cozy

  • Bayleigh S.

    Submitted Jan 30, 2022

    Stayed Jan 21, 2022

    Great place to stay homeowners are exceptionally nice and accommodating would recommend to anyone!

  • Shannon J.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2022

    Stayed Dec 27, 2021

    I LOVED this cozy little place to call my own for one week! Everything was comfortable, easy to access and clean. I highly recommend a vehicle with 4WD for the snowy season. I also recommend unlacing your boots at the top for bathroom runs (makes them easy to get on and off) I was a solo female traveler for this trip and I felt safe here. Grocery stores, shops and restaurants are all just a quick 15 min drive away. Heading into aspen is about 50+ minutes as is snowmass. I didn’t mind the drive because it was so comfortable to come Home to peace and quiet. I had everything I needed and Alexandra and Anthony are so lovely as hosts. They made sure my walk-ways were clear and easy to access with record snow fall! Traveling to aspen to ski or see the sites, this was perfect for me.

  • Virginia G.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2021

    Stayed Aug 19, 2021

    Would stay there again. Hosts were very welcoming and interesting people, retired ballet dancers and currently teaching dance in the area…

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$148+
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