Welcome to a luxurious alpine escape in Twin Lakes! With floor to ceiling windows & sweeping 180-degree views of the Twin lakes wilderness, Seneca Chalet is a sanctuary for relaxation + a perfect launchpad for outdoor adventures! Carved by glaciers in the last ice age, Twin Lakes, is one of CO's most scenic locations - a haven for vacationers, sightseers + high altitude anglers, in one majestic package! Elevate your wellbeing at our fabulous retreat with high-end amenities + jawdropping views!
The space
SENECA CHALET - follow us on IG! @senecachalet
Love nature and luxe accommodations? Look no further... We welcome you to the gorgeous Colorado escape of a renowned creative designer! Inside, you'll find tasteful mountain modern designs featuring sophisticated, restoration hardware furnishings, including the "most comfortable sofa in the world," and gallery-selected fine art thanks to an interior designer and artist owner. The living room also features an 65-inch Ultra 4-k Sony TV with Sonos throughout.
***BDE - BIG DECK ENERGY***
Seneca's expansive upper and lower rear decks overlook Colorado's largest glacial lakes for unobstructed 180-degree lake, mountain and sunset views!
You'll enjoy indoor/outdoor living with Fleetwood pocket doors that disappear, creating an entertainer's dream space. Spend days on endless outdoor adventures, and evenings by the fire-pit under the stars.
Sleep soundly for each room has its luxury bed, high quality sheets, and premium select pillows. Wake peacefully as each room also features magnificent mountain and lake views.
Refresh yourself with our "mountain ice" embellished master shower and be ready to enjoy your day, or soak in the private jetted spa while watching a movie by the fire.
The fully stocked professional-style kitchen features unique granite counters, maple kitchen cabinets, and high-end appliances, including a subzero fridge, custom downdraft range and commercial ice maker. The dining table seats 6, with eight additional stools at the kitchen bar.
You can live the ultimate mountain dream as you watch the watercolor sunsets over Twin Lakes this luxury custom home. Want some quiet time? There is plenty of room to find your own private space. Enjoy a movie, curl up with a good book, or lounge in our coffee nook and sip on some coffee. Grill out or make pizzas with our outdoor gas grill, then wake up to an excellent morning yoga session on our beautiful balcony!
Are you working remotely? Why not work with a view! Please take advantage of our super high-speed internet (Starlink) for seamless access.
The Layout:
Seneca is ideal for couples and friends looking a beautiful and restorative getaway, or a luxury base for an array of outdoor activities: skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, fishing, white water rafting, canoe/kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, boating, swimming, soaking (hot springs) and exploring. Seneca is also an excellent choice for writers and other creatives looking for a retreat, or anyone in need of nature's healing. We invite you to unplug, slow down, breathe in fresh pine, and soak up the ridiculous 360-degree views. If you are looking for more of a party atmosphere, or for something suitable for infants and children, we would be happy to help you find alternative accommodation.
****Lake County Short Term Rental License # 2025-106****
Guest access
Seneca Chalet is accessible year-round. Please be advised we are located on a county road that gets plowed when there's snow; however, we still recommend 4WD/AWD with good tire tread in the snowy months (carry chains, generally December to April).
Winter driving conditions on the highways leading to the chalet can change rapidly, so check the weather before heading out!
Other things to note
LOCAL DESTINATIONS (approx - please increase if inclement weather):
Ski Resorts!!!!
-Copper - 50 min
-Vail - 1 hour 15 min
-Keystone - 1 hour 15 min
-Breckenridge - 1 hour 15 min
-Monarch - 1 hour 10 min
-Ski-Cooper (Leadville) - 30 min
Towns/Cities!!!
-Twin Lakes (town & lake access) - 5 minutes
-Aspen - 3 hours in winter, 1 hour in the summer via Independence Pass
-Denver - 2 hours 15 mins
-Buena Vista - 25 minutes
-Leadville - 20 minutes
-Salida - 1 hour
-Crested Butte - 2.5 hours
-Colorado Springs - 2 hours 15 mins
Other things to note:
**HIGHT ALTITUDE ENVIRONMENT**
Seneca Chalet sits at a very high elevation (~10,000 feet).
Please familiarize yourself with best practices for altitude adjustment. Drink plenty of water, and take things slowly at first. Alcohol and caffeine make altitude adjustment/ altitude sickness worse. Electrolytes and oxygen can be helpful, but it's essential to plan ahead.
**This listing is not suitable for small children
**If your stay is ten days or longer, we will require a mid-week clean. The fee for this is $200. The same cost will be added to your checkout cleaning if you decline the mid-stay cleaning.
**We do not allow private parties or Weddings as we are not licensed or zoned for hosting commercial events.
If noise ordinance rules are not adhered to, you will forfeit the remaining nights of your stay with no reimbursement.
**Our property is incredibly unique and located in a remote mountain town. Authentic Mountain living, our property hosts the occasional alpine visitor.
Twin lakes features an abundance of wildlife, from big cats to little birds. You may stumble upon these feathered or furry creatures while out and about. Although we maintain our property with pest control, we ask that our guests do their part by keeping the house crumb-free. Although there is no AC in the main house (like most of Colorado), it isn't needed. Our higher elevation and place on the mountain provide refreshing cross breezes 24 hours a day. You might even want to leave the sliding doors open overnight during the summer and fall to cool the house. In doing so please ensure that screen doors are completely closed as to avoid unexpected visitors inside.
** Please consider our check-in/departure times when booking your stay. Our check-in time is 4 pm, and checkout is 11 am. We will do our best to accommodate early arrivals and late checkout times upon request and availability, but please note that it is never a guarantee and will be subject to change. Should you wish to extend your checkout time past noon, you have the option for a $475 half-day rate up until 8 pm the evening of your checkout OR $75 per hour afternoon. The same goes for early arrival. (again, pending availability)
**Mid-Stay Freshening: Our home is pre-stocked with essential supplies to get you started. Should you require additional supplies, we offer a mid-stay freshening for $200. The mid-stay freshening includes replenishing the basics, making the beds, and tidying the kitchen.
**HOLIDAY RESTRICTIONS**
Please note that a 7-night minimum stay is required, encompassing the dates of December 21st-January 5th. We will not conduct arrivals on Christmas Day or New Year's Day. (December 25th and January 1st).
Concierge Services:
Time is your most valuable asset, so leave the planning to us! For your convenience, we offer a full-service Concierge team available to you throughout your stay. Our team would happily arrange private Chef services, massages, grocery services, outdoor excursions, and more. Please inquire for a complete list of offerings.
