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Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub

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A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash. - Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub (Leadville)
A two-story house with a blue roof and white siding, featuring a front porch and a garage. - Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub (Leadville)
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window, and a door. - Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub (Leadville)
A patio with a table and chairs, a covered grill, and solar panels on the roof. - Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub (Leadville)
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs. - Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub (Leadville)
At Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4340 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub

  • Summary:

    **New Photos will be available in November, however the updates made were laminate flooring throughout and all new appliances**

    Escape to the Leadville lifestyle & breathe the freshest air there is and drink from the source of mountain waters. Go outside and get some exercise, try Ski Cooper or Copper Mountain for some snow activities or stay in and read a book, and enjoy the view!



    Need a larger space? You can also book the East Wing (Gem Palace) to accommodate your group!



    The Space:

    The Forest Fortress is in the west wing of a beautiful Victorian mansion.

    This listing has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a massive living room., comfortable kitchen with walk out access to the courtyard.

    Bedroom 1 - king-size bed and an ensuite bathroom with a steam bath (Leadville's finest bathroom!)

    Bedroom 2 - queen-size bed.

    Bathroom 2 - has a bathtub



    You have your own privacy indoors and a shared courtyard (including hot tub) with the group renting out the East Wing. If there are guests using the East wing, then the hot tub will be shared!



    We do utilize a weblink outside the platform that directs guests to our guidebook. You will receive an email with this link. This is the ONLY way guests can access check-in information, and facilitates the collection of fees and other special requests/upgraded services we offer.

    To protect your stay, you'll choose one of two options during online check-in: a $150 refundable security deposit (a temporary card hold, released after checkout) or a small damage waiver ($5/night, max $40).



    Guest Access:

    You have access to anything in the house! Help yourself to anything in the kitchens! Make yourself at home!



    The Neighborhood:

    The location of Cloud City Castle is one of the main reasons we chose to manage it - it's amazing! You're only 2 blocks from Harrison Street, Leadville's Main Street, but the neighborhood itself is quiet, peaceful and safe. The house has a shared courtyard (with the East Wing) with a hot tub and plenty of indoor space!



    Getting Around:

    Located just 2 blocks from Main street means that most places in town can be reached by foot.



    There is free street parking right in front of the house, but you can catch a bus in town to Copper Mountain and to the Frisco Transit Center.



    Other Things to Note:

    License # 002060



    This property is NOT pet friendly.



    This property does not have air conditioning.



    If it snows more than several inches, look for snow removal signs to make sure you don't violate any temporary parking rules.



    Staying in the mountains offers a unique and nature-immersed experience, characterized by a rustic charm. You might occasionally encounter some of the local wildlife, insects, and small critters that are part of the natural surroundings. We recommend keeping doors securely closed whenever possible. Rest assured, we've implemented thorough measures to ensure your stay remains undisturbed by these natural inhabitants.



    Altitude sickness is real. In Leadville/ Twin Lakes, the elevation can be up to 10,000 feet. Symptoms can include dizziness and nausea, so please be mindful of this. We cannot offer refunds for guests experiencing altitude sickness. If you anticipate being affected, we recommend obtaining insurance at the time of booking.



    Interaction with Guests:

    Contactless Check In, there will be a keypad and code provided in check-in instructions

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,663 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

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Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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 Leadville, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad and Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ski Cooper and Poverty Flats to Rock Drill Display. Visit our Leadville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Leadville Heritage Museum
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tabor Opera House
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Aspen, CO (ASE-Pitkin County)
    107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    15 min walk
  • Circle K
    10 min walk
  • Golden Chinnnnnn
    10 min drive
  • City on a Hill Coffee & Espresso
    6 min walk
  • High Mountain Pies
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub located?

Located in the heart of Leadville, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad, Leadville Heritage Museum and Poverty Flats to Rock Drill Display. Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin and National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Forest Fortress at the Cloud City Castle & Hot Tub Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Leadville Victorian Oasis

This was our first time staying at this lovely home, and hopefully will not be our last! We were in town for the high school mountain bike races. The home is walking distance (two blocks) to main street / restaurants / Melanzana, but apart enough to be quiet, especially at night. The rooms were large and comfortable, and there are two lofts. Better yet, we enjoyed the large kitchen, group table, and hot tub. I don't imagine that there is a better place in town to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky

Even though I have it titled as quirky this place is amazing. Spacious kitchen, plenty of room in the dinning area, bedrooms are great. Hot tub did not disappoint after hiking Mt Evans and Mt Elbert. Easy walking distance to downtown. Moe’s bbq is one block down one block over. Highly recommend. The train ride is only one block up. Also recommend. Only suggestion would be to add a bbq outdoors. You truly need to visit this place to understand the quirky part
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Location of this place was fantastic. We loved the hot tub and enjoyed walking to a local pizza shop near the house!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

What a wonderful property. Top marks!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cloud Castle- a peaceful haven

This property is lovely ! So comfortable and 2 blocks from charming and historic downtown Leadville. We had just finished a major backpacking trip and desperately needed a comfortable place to recover. This was it! Many amenities included in kitchen and bath were very much appreciated. Make sure to explore Leadville and the excellent food. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint Leadville

The property was located very conveniently to downtown Leadville. It was well-appointed and very cute. I would recommend to anyone wanting to experience a relaxing Leadville getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good place to stay overall

Stayed with a couple for one night and had a good experience overall. The only downside we had is that the listing is somewhat deceiving as it shows bedrooms and bathrooms from the east side in the west sides online listing. Additionally, there was no signage letting us know where the east stopped or the west began, so we did have an encounter where the other group walked into outside of the rental, but we were able to straighten it out. Once the listing is corrected online I would recommend this to anyone thinking about staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski vacation

Excellent location, nice hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Honestly can't wait to stay here again! Charming, perfect Leadville home
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Leadville Getaway

Loved our stay! The place was perfect! Comfy beds, great kitchen, dog friendly, nice fenced in back yard, hot tubbing in the winter was lovely and loved being within walking distance of downtown Leadville. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Leadville ski trip

If you’re looking for a place close to Ski Cooper for a relaxing family vacation, this place wont disappoint. Very nice, clean house with lots of room for everyone to spread out. Having the backyard for our dog was also great and don’t forget the hot tub! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday week in Leadville

Leadville is my hometown. This was such a special stay! The house was so lovely. Each morning I could just step out the door and walk up the street to the Mineral Belt Trail. Awesome! I just had two little issues initially, one the hot tub was not operating correctly and I could not figure out how to operate the gas stove in the living room. But the property managers had someone on it the very next day. (I had a late check in on Sunday). I will definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious, great downtown location

Space was actually much larger than we even realized - we only had 6 but would fit the full 8 easily. Some cute, actually castle-themed decor. Very conveniently located to downtown. Check-in was very easy and owners were very quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming historic home

Loved the house. Very clean, comfortable, and charming. The kitchen had everything we needed. The house was cozy with fireplaces. Leadville has always been a favorite town due to the history and very nice people. Ski Cooper was wonderful as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019