Stunning Home - Walk to train/river/park/downtown.

Entire home in Cañon City, Colorado

  1. 8 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 3 baths
Hosted by Kevin
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

This home is one of the highest ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

In South Cañon, steps from the park

Steps from Centennial Park and the Arkansas River trails, with downtown dining about a 10-min walk

Private backyard oasis

A landscaped backyard with hot tub, fire pit, gas grill, and a custom water fountain

A stay guests come back to

Guests describe this as the nicest Airbnb they've stayed in, with many returning for repeat visits
RELAX & UNWIND in the generous comforts of this stunning & luxuriously historic home renovated by the region's highest rated and acclaimed property host for 8 years running. The charming South Cañon neighborhood is central to all activities in the area and makes a perfect home-base while visiting the Royal Gorge Region. Take in a short stroll to explore nearby Centennial Park, the Arkansas River trail system, and the quaint downtown historic district with abundant restaurants and shopping.

The space
Welcome to this enchanting 1898 Victorian-era cottage that underwent a meticulous multi-year restoration and expansion to create a truly distinctive five-star retreat. Like all A Step Back Inn properties, this historic home has been thoughtfully reimagined to blend timeless vintage character with modern luxury, offering guests a memorable experience where carefully curated furnishings, décor, and amenities celebrate the charm of a bygone era while delivering every contemporary comfort.

Though expansive in size, the home maintains a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. Enjoy a peaceful morning coffee on the welcoming front porch while taking in the views of the surrounding historic neighborhood beneath a canopy of century-old shade trees. Inside, guests will discover a breathtaking chef's kitchen, spacious connected living and dining areas, a dedicated game room, a cozy workspace, four beautifully appointed bedrooms featuring luxury linens, and three full bathrooms stocked with premium all-natural bath products.

Modern conveniences are seamlessly integrated throughout the home, including Smart Roku TVs in every bedroom and the main living area, dramatic ambient lighting, integrated USB charging outlets, and thoughtful touches designed to elevate every aspect of your stay.

Outside, a custom falling-water fountain welcomes you into a private backyard oasis designed for relaxation and gathering. The beautifully landscaped space features a hot tub, dining and lounge areas, vintage brick pavers, atmospheric evening lighting, a gas grill, and a firepit—creating the perfect setting for memorable evenings with family and friends.

MULTIPLE ADJACENT PROPERTIES FOR LARGE GROUPS

The Victorian Cottage is part of the exclusive A Step Back Inn collection of historic vacation homes. Together, our nearby properties create the ideal home base for weddings, reunions, retreats, sporting events, and family gatherings. By combining multiple properties, we can accommodate larger groups of around 50 total guests while allowing everyone to stay close together in beautifully restored historic accommodations.

Other nearby "A Step Back Inn" properties can be viewed at:

• www.airbnb.com/h/astepbackinn2
• www.airbnb.com/h/astepbackinn3

A large nearby 14-guest capacity Victorian Home will be added to the collection by early summer 2027 featuring five luxurious king suites and a four-person bunkie.

A Step Back Inn properties are not ordinary vacation rentals. Each home in our collection is individually restored and intentionally designed to celebrate the architecture, history, and spirit of the Royal Gorge Region while delivering the elevated comfort and hospitality of a boutique luxury stay. Guests return year after year for the warmth, authenticity, and attention to detail that have made A Step Back Inn one of the area's most beloved lodging collections.

Nearby Attractions
Walk to:
• Centennial Park (directly across the street)
• Arkansas Riverwalk & trail system
• Historic Downtown Cañon City with restaurants, breweries, boutiques & live entertainment
• Royal Gorge Route Railroad Station
• Royal Gorge Mansion - Antithesis destination dining
• South Canon Mountain Bike Trailhead
• Tunnel Drive Trailhead

A short drive to:
• Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
• Rafting on the Arkansas River
• Jeep Tours
• Ziplining
• Mountain biking and hiking
• Award-Winning Golf Course
• Scenic Drives: Phantom Canyon and Shelf Road
• Cripple Creek Historic District – Casinos
• Dambo Troll hike – Rita the Rock Planter
• Florrisant Fossil Beds and Garden Park Paleontology site
• Wineries - tastings
• Hot Springs
• Rock Climbing
• Renowned world-class fishing

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire property, including fully enclosed backyard, adjacent carport and private alley parking for up to four vehicles. (One vehicle under carport, three adjacent spaces.)

Other things to note
The secluded backyard oasis is fully appointed with a custom water feature, hot tub, gas grill and vintage brick paved patio area with umbrella dining table and lounge seating around a propane fire-table, all beautifully lit at night for the ultimate ambience. There's nothing else like it in the area!

We are well-connected with the region's plentiful attractions and are happy to add concierge services to your stay and facilitate planning and booking your area activities!

Where you’ll sleep

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Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Private hot tub

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Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 389 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Cañon City, Colorado, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

This quiet, historic neighborhood is just a short five-minute walk from Centennial Park, the Arkansas River, trail system and train station. The charming historic downtown district with shopping and restaurants is a short drive or a 10 minute walk.

Meet your host

Superhost
603 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Where I went to school: Tracy High School
My work: Hosting Guests
Hello, I’m Kevin. For more than seven years, I’ve been welcoming guests as a Superhost in Cañon City, growing a collection of five historic properties. My passion is creating memorable stays that blend historic charm, modern comforts, and thoughtful touches. I believe every detail matters, from the moment you arrive until the day you depart. My goal is simple: to provide a unique, comfortable, and relaxing experience that leaves you with wonderful memories of the Royal Gorge Region.

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