*RARE * Hidden Cabin right off of Elk Avenue!

Entire cabin in Crested Butte, Colorado

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Kathryn
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Beautiful and walkable

Guests say this area is scenic and it’s easy to get around.
Step into a Piece of Crested Butte History

The space
Business License #009808

This charming cabin once stood proudly in the lively silver mining town of Irwin, Colorado—also known as Ruby or Ruby Camp. Back in the late 1800s, Irwin was booming… until the silver bust of 1884 brought it all to a halt. Luckily, the end of the mining rush meant cabins like this one were up for grabs—if you could move them. With the help of friends, horses, mules, and a lot of determination, this cabin made the journey on logs from Irwin to its current home, right in the heart of Crested Butte. It’s believed the move happened around 1913—hard to imagine, right?

Tucked away in the beloved Soupçon Alley, this location offers the best of both worlds: you’re just half a block from Crested Butte’s historic downtown, packed with funky shops, great restaurants, and lively nightlife—but your home base stays peaceful and private. And if you’re heading to the slopes or trails, the FREE Mountain Express bus stop is just a minute’s walk away, taking you straight to some of the best skiing and biking in the country.

As for the cabin itself? Let’s just say it has personality. It’s a little crooked, plenty quirky, and incredibly special.

There are two ways to enter the property. One leads through a covered patio and into a gear-ready shed—perfect for storing everything after a day outside. From there, enter under the stairs and step into a cozy movie room outfitted with a huge sectional, a plush bean bag, and a Fire TV for streaming your favorite shows or rewatching your day’s adventures. You’ll also find a full-sized washer and dryer, perfect for resetting after an action-packed day.

Just off the hallway is the full bath, complete with an antique clawfoot tub (perfect for showers; baths not so much). Heads up for tall guests—if you’re over 6’, mind the low clearance! Across the hall is a queen bedroom on the ground floor that showcases a preserved section of the cabin’s original exterior. A colorful stained-glass window—added during a 1960s expansion—adds a whimsical touch, and this room even features its own private entrance.

Upstairs, the cabin really opens up. The main living space welcomes you with vaulted A-frame ceilings, hand-forged ironwork by local artisans at Blackstar Ironworks, and a spacious, social layout. The newly updated kitchen is ready for home-cooked meals or delicious takeout shared with friends and family. The primary bedroom with a king bed is just off the living room, and another stained-glass detail adds to the cozy, creative atmosphere.

For a truly one-of-a-kind stay in Crested Butte, this historic cabin offers a rare and memorable experience. We hope you enjoy your time here as much as we do!

Guest access
You have full access to the cabin. Please note that the gear shed does hold equipment that I use to maintain the property year-round.

Other things to note
There is one off-street parking spot available for your use. We encourage guests to travel in a single vehicle whenever possible to make things easy.

Free on-street parking is also available with a permit. Just be sure to share your vehicle information with us before your arrival, and we’ll take care of the permitting details for you.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Fast wifi – 261 Mbps
Free driveway parking on premises – 1 space
Pets allowed
40 inch HDTV with Disney+, Apple TV, Hulu, Chromecast, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

5 nights in Crested Butte

May 8, 2023 - May 13, 2023

Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 100% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 0% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Crested Butte, Colorado, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

The cabin is located in the treasured northwest side of the town of Crested Butte. Hugged between First and Second Street, 1/2 block off of Elk Avenue.

Meet your host

Superhost
35 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
Lives in Crested Butte, Colorado
Haven’t been back to VT in over 20 years, looking forward to it!

Kathryn is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for infants (under 2 years)

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