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The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave.

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A two-story house with a balcony, a wooden deck, and a stone wall in the background. - The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. (Manitou Springs)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel oven, and a microwave. - The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. (Manitou Springs)
A wooden staircase with a white door and a stained glass window at the top. - The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. (Manitou Springs)
A traditional living room with a dark wooden sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier. - The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. (Manitou Springs)
A porch with two rocking chairs, a door with a glass panel, and a light fixture above the door. - The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. (Manitou Springs)
Located close to Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway and Cave of the Winds, The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. provides a firepit, a garden and a playground. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave.

  • The Allison House is a fully restored historical mansion located in the heart of Manitou Springs right next to the best restaurants, galleries and shopping that Manitou has to offer. Here you will find privacy, views, the charming whisper of the mountains around you, and a wonderful over sized deck from which to enjoy it all. Let this be your headquarters for exploration, learning, and experiencing historical Manitou Springs.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video game console
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Manitou Springs Historic District, a neighbourhood in Manitou Springs, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds, while Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are popular area attractions. Consider Ford Amphitheater for a night out or Arcade Amusements if you're travelling with kids. Visit our Manitou Springs travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A historic building with a green facade, a stone tower, and an American flag.
    Miramont Castle
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A building with a sign that reads 'Manitou Springs Heritage Center' and '517 Manitou Avenue.'
    Manitou Springs Heritage Center
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A red train on tracks through a mountainous landscape with snow-covered peaks and a clear blue sky.
    Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A wooden staircase leading uphill with a view of a valley below.
    Manitou Incline
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ruxton's Trading Post
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • WestFax Springs
    6 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. located?

This family-friendly Manitou Springs holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Arcade Amusements and Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway. Garden of the Gods is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

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Reviews

The Historic Allison House on Manitou Ave. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property was fabulous. We’re in town for a wedding and shared this beautiful house with several family members. Couldn’t have asked for a better property or location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for 6 fun friends in their early 70's

The owner and the VRBO contact were wonderful working with us and answering all of our questions. It's a beautiful property and so well situated to the wonderful historic town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a terrific property!

This is an amazing house with a fascinating history. The kitchen is well appointed and the indoor and outdoor spaces are comfortable. It has easy access to the main town area and park - really everything you're hoping to find!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent house in an excellent location

We really enjoyed staying here. They had everything we needed. It was a great location for seeing downtown Manitou Springs. We walked everyday, and we didn't need to drive anywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House for a wedding

It was great. The house and grounds were beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Women’s Getaway

The house is well-appointed with plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces, and a 5 minute walk into town for browsing and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Beautiful house that combines classic yet comfortable decorating in the living room and bedrooms with the luxury of modern kitchen and bathrooms. Nice property with lots of outside seating where you can hear the sound of nearby Fountain Creek. Quiet location yet close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Wedding!

We held our wedding at The Allison House. Everything was absolutely perfect! The communication from day one was top tier, I never had a question that went unanswered from the host. The house was clean and accommodated the whole wedding party. Our family/friends were blown away with how beautiful the house was. Thank you for making our special day even more amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house!

Everyone was blown away by how cool this house was! So nice to be able to walk into town to the nearby restaurants, shops and arcade . The abundant parking is very valuable since it is scarce and costly around Manitou Springs. The back patio with a grill, smoker and fire pit is as private as it gets. And the river and bridge out front are so peaceful. We had an absolute blast! All the beds were extremely comfortable and the kitchen is very well stocked with supplies. We hope we will be able to come back again in 2025. Thank you to the hosts for sharing such a memorable home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great walkable location, very clean property and well supplied kitchen. Enjoyed our stay very much. Wish we had more time there!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well cared for, well stocked and very comfortable!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was nice. Had everything we needed. Host was very responsive. Convenient to shops, restaurants and activities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was amazing! The house is gorgeous and has everything you could possibly think of you need. We had the best stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place is amazing and beautiful. The only slightly negative thing is no air conditioning downstairs, so the downstairs bedroom was a little warm for sleeping. Other than that, the place is gorgeous! The master upstairs is to die for!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a very nice property to be able to do a variety of things. Sit by the fire pit and listen to the creek flowing by, sit out back on the deck, or sit in one of several cozy rooms with comfy couches and chairs. Plenty of space for all! The house is close enough to walk into town to go shopping too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely So perfect!!! Location of the house the layout of the property and the wonderfully beautiful house itself. Not to mention all the interesting history of the house!!! The owner and his team made our stay so fantastic!!! The house was stocked with everything you could need and more. We thank you so much for making our stay absolutely amazing!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a nice house. Set in a good spot, shopping and restaurants close enough for comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the indoor and outdoor space. Great place to stay to walk to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the history of the house and location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic property on the quiet west end of Manitou. Furnishings were stylish and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped.This was our second stay in this property. This time we hosted two dinners for our children and grand children. The master suite is perfect. The large bath area included a dressing room and a towel warmer.Parking was plentiful and free.We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and lovely area. Love the history of the house.Very comfortable and well stocked with everything you need. Great place to host our pre- Wedding Party but we had clean off debris from large back porch and furniture. Also had to clean off chairs near creek and fire pit. There was a conflict on total charges which i have never encountered with the numerous VRBO bookings we have done. It ended up being twice what I thought and would have canceled but we already had a party planned.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved the place. We’ll definitely be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautifully decorated, and the kitchen was very well-equipped. Lots of extra little touches, like a towel warmer in the bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Beautiful, historic place, on a creek, well appointed, very comfortable - will do again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

This property is gorgeous and was the perfect place to stay while we shared time with family and friends before dropping of our very own AFCadet of class 2028.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024