Little cabin in the woods
Tiny home in Ward, Colorado
- 2 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bed
- 0 baths
Hosted by Joleen
- Superhost
- 11 years hosting
Listing highlights
In the Rockies near Brainard Lake
On 8.5 wooded acres just outside the Brainard Lake Recreation Area, with Duck Lake steps away
Private outdoor space in the pines
An off-grid cabin on 8.5 acres with a gas grill, outdoor dining, and Adirondack seating under the stars
A place guests keep coming back to
Guests call this a peaceful, restorative retreat and many are repeat visitors
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Getaway for 2 with wood-burning stove (MUST bring firewood), indoor dining/cooking area with 2-burner propane stove (propane provided), sleeping loft, outdoor sitting area with propane gas grill. NO electricity or running water. Outdoor shower stall with two 5-gallon solar heated shower bags. Bring towels. Outhouse nearby. Dogs/cats allowed. Bring food & ice. Well water provided from spigot at main cabin. Cot available UPON REQUEST in advance - prior arrival. NO CAMPFIRES OR USE OF ANY FIREPITS.
The space
NO OPEN FIRES OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED ON THIS PROPERTY. This includes propane/wood/camp/fire pit/chiminea/metal/etc. due to Colorado's extreme wildfire danger.
Just like camping - only better! No tent to set up. Get away from it all in this quaint little one-room cabin (8' x 10') nestled in the woods on 8.5 acres just outside the Indian Peaks Wilderness and Brainard Lake Recreation Area in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Only a short scenic drive from Boulder, this tiny house sits at approximately 9,500 feet elevation and is a perfect base camp for a weekend of snowshoeing and skiing (winter months) or hiking/biking (summer months). It is located off of Brainard Lake Road. For winter access 4-wheel drive REQUIRED. During the winter, parking is near the entrance to our property (closer to the main cabin) and guests need to hike, snowshoe or ski in the remaining 100 yards. You will need to backpack or sled your gear/supplies into this little cabin. We have two black plastic sleds available for you to transport your stuff, as well as two pairs of snowshoes, free of charge.
Play all day in Indian Peaks Wilderness, Brainard Lake Recreation Area, Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park or any of the dozens of nearby attractions and then retire to this peaceful little haven where you will enjoy the wood burning stove's warmth and a pot of tea or glass of wine as you relax, journal, read, write, paint or just daydream.
In the warmer months enjoy the intimate outdoor “living area” including cushioned Adirondack chairs and solar lighting. Stargazing is awesome here! Cook out on the grill and enjoy dining outdoors at the huge rustic table with stumps and stools for seating. Our fire pit is currently off limits. We are not permitting ANY outdoor campfires on our property at this time.
This knotty-pine interior cabin is heated by an indoor wood-burning stove only -- but it gets REALLY warm! Please be sure to crack a window for proper ventilation. YOU MUST BUY AND BRING YOUR OWN BUNDLES OF FIREWOOD. Please buy and bring with you a small bundle or two of locally-cut firewood for the wood-burning stove -- available at most grocery stores, Walmarts and some gas stations. Our firewood supply is very limited. The cabin has a small cooking area with a 2-burner propane stove and a well-equipped galley. There are pots, pans, a tea kettle, cooking utensils, cups, bowls, plates, silverware, knives, wineglasses, bottle & can & wine openers. There are paper towels, dish cloths, and cleaning supplies. We have complimentary tea and hot chocolate. BRING YOUR OWN COFFEE. A small convertible dining table can be retracted to provide more floor space for a cot (we have a cot available with bedding, or bring your own) or an air mattress to accommodate children and/or pets. This sleeping arrangement is in addition to the sleeping loft. Climb the ladder to the sleeping loft furnished with a full mattress (sleeps two) covered with blankets, comforters and lots of pillows.
Help yourself to fresh, clean water from our deep well at the spigot at our main cabin. We provide a large blue, plastic camp-style water container. Please store the container upright as it will leak on its side. There is also free mountain spring water available in nearby Ward at an outdoor spigot along the roadside in town. A convenient wooden outhouse is available a short distance from the little cabin.
Guest access
The cabin is located in the woods not far from our main larger cabin (about 100 yards) in a private wooded setting.
Other things to note
Please do not rely on GoogleMaps for directions. Our cabin is in the forest off of a dirt road and GoogleMaps does not recognize the road. I recommend MapQuest and will send you a link to your email and to your cell phone.
NO CAMPFIRES OR USE OF ANY FIREPITS
Guests are NOT to build ANY outdoor fires or fires in the fire pit on our land as Boulder County is experiencing drought conditions and high wildfire danger. Guests are NOT to bring or use ANY form of a firepit to our property (including propane, metal, chiminea, etc).
There is no electricity/power, no running water, and no indoor plumbing. This tiny house is heated by wood-burning stove only (guests bring their own firewood) with battery powered lanterns for lighting. Bring headlamps, flashlights, and lanterns if you want extra lighting. There is some solar lighting on the grounds, depending on the time of year. Be prepared for potentially wildly changing weather extremes. We cannot be responsible for changing weather and road conditions. Wear or bring appropriate footwear for the season and dress in layers. There is ample wildlife in the area including deer, moose, elk, bear, bob cats, mountain lions, ground squirrels, chipmunks, birds, etc.
The space
NO OPEN FIRES OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED ON THIS PROPERTY. This includes propane/wood/camp/fire pit/chiminea/metal/etc. due to Colorado's extreme wildfire danger.
Just like camping - only better! No tent to set up. Get away from it all in this quaint little one-room cabin (8' x 10') nestled in the woods on 8.5 acres just outside the Indian Peaks Wilderness and Brainard Lake Recreation Area in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Only a short scenic drive from Boulder, this tiny house sits at approximately 9,500 feet elevation and is a perfect base camp for a weekend of snowshoeing and skiing (winter months) or hiking/biking (summer months). It is located off of Brainard Lake Road. For winter access 4-wheel drive REQUIRED. During the winter, parking is near the entrance to our property (closer to the main cabin) and guests need to hike, snowshoe or ski in the remaining 100 yards. You will need to backpack or sled your gear/supplies into this little cabin. We have two black plastic sleds available for you to transport your stuff, as well as two pairs of snowshoes, free of charge.
Play all day in Indian Peaks Wilderness, Brainard Lake Recreation Area, Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park or any of the dozens of nearby attractions and then retire to this peaceful little haven where you will enjoy the wood burning stove's warmth and a pot of tea or glass of wine as you relax, journal, read, write, paint or just daydream.
In the warmer months enjoy the intimate outdoor “living area” including cushioned Adirondack chairs and solar lighting. Stargazing is awesome here! Cook out on the grill and enjoy dining outdoors at the huge rustic table with stumps and stools for seating. Our fire pit is currently off limits. We are not permitting ANY outdoor campfires on our property at this time.
This knotty-pine interior cabin is heated by an indoor wood-burning stove only -- but it gets REALLY warm! Please be sure to crack a window for proper ventilation. YOU MUST BUY AND BRING YOUR OWN BUNDLES OF FIREWOOD. Please buy and bring with you a small bundle or two of locally-cut firewood for the wood-burning stove -- available at most grocery stores, Walmarts and some gas stations. Our firewood supply is very limited. The cabin has a small cooking area with a 2-burner propane stove and a well-equipped galley. There are pots, pans, a tea kettle, cooking utensils, cups, bowls, plates, silverware, knives, wineglasses, bottle & can & wine openers. There are paper towels, dish cloths, and cleaning supplies. We have complimentary tea and hot chocolate. BRING YOUR OWN COFFEE. A small convertible dining table can be retracted to provide more floor space for a cot (we have a cot available with bedding, or bring your own) or an air mattress to accommodate children and/or pets. This sleeping arrangement is in addition to the sleeping loft. Climb the ladder to the sleeping loft furnished with a full mattress (sleeps two) covered with blankets, comforters and lots of pillows.
Help yourself to fresh, clean water from our deep well at the spigot at our main cabin. We provide a large blue, plastic camp-style water container. Please store the container upright as it will leak on its side. There is also free mountain spring water available in nearby Ward at an outdoor spigot along the roadside in town. A convenient wooden outhouse is available a short distance from the little cabin.
Guest access
The cabin is located in the woods not far from our main larger cabin (about 100 yards) in a private wooded setting.
Other things to note
Please do not rely on GoogleMaps for directions. Our cabin is in the forest off of a dirt road and GoogleMaps does not recognize the road. I recommend MapQuest and will send you a link to your email and to your cell phone.
NO CAMPFIRES OR USE OF ANY FIREPITS
Guests are NOT to build ANY outdoor fires or fires in the fire pit on our land as Boulder County is experiencing drought conditions and high wildfire danger. Guests are NOT to bring or use ANY form of a firepit to our property (including propane, metal, chiminea, etc).
There is no electricity/power, no running water, and no indoor plumbing. This tiny house is heated by wood-burning stove only (guests bring their own firewood) with battery powered lanterns for lighting. Bring headlamps, flashlights, and lanterns if you want extra lighting. There is some solar lighting on the grounds, depending on the time of year. Be prepared for potentially wildly changing weather extremes. We cannot be responsible for changing weather and road conditions. Wear or bring appropriate footwear for the season and dress in layers. There is ample wildlife in the area including deer, moose, elk, bear, bob cats, mountain lions, ground squirrels, chipmunks, birds, etc.
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What this place offers
Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed
Private backyard – Not fully fenced
Indoor fireplace: wood-burning
Unavailable: Smoke alarm
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Where you’ll be
Ward, Colorado, United States
Neighborhood highlights
The Brainard Lake Recreation Area - offers an extensive network of hiking, mountain biking and in the winter, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails right out your door.
Indian Peaks Wilderness – high alpine peaks are easily accessed and only a short distance away.
Peak to Peak Highway – enjoy a scenic mountain drive or a spectacular road bike ride (particularly in the fall with the golden aspens at their peak).
Ward – Enjoy a surprisingly wonderful meal and the intimate atmosphere at Marrocco's Restaurant (yummy pizza!!) and check out the local art gallery, The Glass Tipi, both located right in the center of this tiny, eccentric, old mining town.
Allenspark – (13 miles) enjoy local mountain flavor with horseback riding, small cafe, pizzeria, community center, and antique store. Allenspark has its own riding stable and the Fawnbrook Inn, a 4-star restaurant for fine dining.
Wild Basin (17 miles) and Rocky Mountain National Park (33.5 miles) - At the doorstep of the Rocky Mountain National Park, you can enjoy a variety of activities all year round -- from leisurely hikes to vigorous mountain climbing, horseback riding, fly-fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, ice skating, cross-country skiing, sledding, sleigh rides and more.
Eldora Ski Resort (18 miles) – just down the road from the town of Nederland -- enjoy downhill skiing, snowboarding, Nordic, alpine and cross-country skiing, as well as snowshoeing.
Boulder Canyon - rock climbing, swimming, kayaking and fly fishing.
Black Hawk and Central City (31 miles) – visit these historical mining towns and check out the casinos.
Boulder (32 miles) - The progressive town of Boulder itself is 17 miles down the canyon road, and offers a large variety of shopping, restaurants and the famous Pearl Street Mall.
Estes Park (36 miles) - this tourist town serves as the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park with loads of shopping, dining, and other attractions.
Nederland (13 miles) - a unique mountain town with a variety of restaurants, coffee houses, shops and live music venues, as well as a great visitor center and mining museum right in the heart of town.
Indian Peaks Wilderness – high alpine peaks are easily accessed and only a short distance away.
Peak to Peak Highway – enjoy a scenic mountain drive or a spectacular road bike ride (particularly in the fall with the golden aspens at their peak).
Ward – Enjoy a surprisingly wonderful meal and the intimate atmosphere at Marrocco's Restaurant (yummy pizza!!) and check out the local art gallery, The Glass Tipi, both located right in the center of this tiny, eccentric, old mining town.
Allenspark – (13 miles) enjoy local mountain flavor with horseback riding, small cafe, pizzeria, community center, and antique store. Allenspark has its own riding stable and the Fawnbrook Inn, a 4-star restaurant for fine dining.
Wild Basin (17 miles) and Rocky Mountain National Park (33.5 miles) - At the doorstep of the Rocky Mountain National Park, you can enjoy a variety of activities all year round -- from leisurely hikes to vigorous mountain climbing, horseback riding, fly-fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, ice skating, cross-country skiing, sledding, sleigh rides and more.
Eldora Ski Resort (18 miles) – just down the road from the town of Nederland -- enjoy downhill skiing, snowboarding, Nordic, alpine and cross-country skiing, as well as snowshoeing.
Boulder Canyon - rock climbing, swimming, kayaking and fly fishing.
Black Hawk and Central City (31 miles) – visit these historical mining towns and check out the casinos.
Boulder (32 miles) - The progressive town of Boulder itself is 17 miles down the canyon road, and offers a large variety of shopping, restaurants and the famous Pearl Street Mall.
Estes Park (36 miles) - this tourist town serves as the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park with loads of shopping, dining, and other attractions.
Nederland (13 miles) - a unique mountain town with a variety of restaurants, coffee houses, shops and live music venues, as well as a great visitor center and mining museum right in the heart of town.
Meet your host
Where I went to school: Iowa State University
My work: self-employed over 25 years as a virtual assistant - Virtual Communications
I am a semi-native Coloradan – having migrated over 30 years ago from Iowa. I enjoy hiking, backpacking, fishing, lake kayaking, camping and cross country skiing. I spend a lot of time at my mountain house relaxing and enjoying the great outdoors. It serves as a really good "base camp" with close proximity to various attractions and recreational activities. I am NEVER bored. I create hand-made rustic home accents, furnishings and fixtures from local forest materials gathered on hikes. I also love to entertain friends and family, read, watch movies, visit various museums, learn about history, travel, nutrition, religion, and self-development.
Two of my favorite quotes are: "Chance favors the prepared mind" and "Persistence is omnipotent".
My husband, Lindsey, and I really enjoy meeting and visiting with new acquaintances locally, when we host and when we travel. We are both really friendly and talkative and love to help others feel welcomed and comfortable when we are hosting. As travelers, we love to engage with locals and really learn the ins and outs of a place, exploring those places "off the beaten path". Likewise, we love to share our knowledge of our neck of the woods and to serve as a great resource to visitors.
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