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The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, music library

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Manitou Springs, CO
  • Miramont Castle
    7 min walk
  • Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
    17 min walk
  • Manitou Cliff Dwellings
    18 min walk
  • Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    26 min drive

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About the area

Manitou Springs

This apartment puts you in the heart of Manitou Springs, within steps of Arcade Amusements and Ruxton's Trading Post. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, in-room jetted baths and a sofa bed are also available.

What's nearby

  • Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Manitou Cliff Dwellings - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Manitou Incline - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cave of the Winds - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Garden of the Gods - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Loop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Red Dog Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit

Despite Vrbo reporting scores of properties in Manitou Springs, this property is one of only about 40 vacation rentals actually in Manitou Springs. Entering its tenth year, this property has hosted almost 5,000 guests and garnered almost 1,000 5-star reviews. You can find almost 500 reviews for this property on A****B.COM

This property consists of three individual luxury apartments. On the first floor, a two-bedroom/two-bath unit sleeps up to five. On the second floor, there are two one-bedroom/one-bath units that each sleep up to three. There are separate listings for each of the three rental units. This listing contains pricing and information for booking the 1st Floor unit. Email us for help in renting one, two, or all three units, paying for only what you need to accommodate up to 11.

Information about renting all three units is at Vrbo listing 1194615.

Information about renting the 2nd Floor one-bedroom/one-bath units are at Vrbo listings 1074904 and 1074905.

Email us about combining units for your group, or for help in deciding what you need.

This historic, award-winning property sits across from a park with Fountain creek bubbling through it, just one block from downtown Manitou Springs. Originally the carriage house of Jerome Wheeler, one of the town’s greatest benefactors, this building has been lovingly renovated with beautiful detail.

Each of the three apartments is a fully-independent living space with its own digitally-secure, steel-clad entries. All are built to commercial building code with all-new electrical, plumbing and heating systems. Safety features include a one-hour fire separation between all units, smoke and CO detectors, and fire extinguishers. All are individually insulated for comfort and quiet.

These apartments feature well-equipped kitchens with granite countertops, dishwasher, full laundry, Roku-equipped HD televisions, original artwork, king-size beds with memory foam topped mattresses, jetted bathtubs, air conditioning, a deck or patio, free parking and wifi.

Every room is topped with crown molding (even the bathrooms) and textured in soft pastels. The living areas are finished with oak floors and wool rugs, while the kitchens and baths are fitted with porcelain tile. The bedrooms are topped with panned ceilings and floored with thick, sumptuous carpet.

The 1st Floor apartment, priced in this listing, is a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath unit. The master bedroom offers a four-poster king bed, 39" HDTV, and full en suite bathroom with jetted tub. The beautiful rose and cream colors of the bedroom complement the cherry wood furnishings. The guest bedroom includes a four-poster queen bed and gorgeous armoire, and is finished in shades of cream and blue. The living room sports a 55" 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and a beautiful leather sectional. A full kitchen, oak dining room, laundry, air conditioning, and full guest bathroom make this unit complete. Open the French doors to your large flagstone patio, equipped with a gas grill and dining table under the shade of a gazebo. This rental comfortably sleeps up to five guests with use of the queen size 19" air thick bed.

The 2nd Floor East unit offers accommodations for up to three guests. The bedroom is finished with a panned ceiling, a California king bed, walk-in closet and 40” HDTV. The full bathroom is complete with jetted tub. The full kitchen comes complete with granite counter tops and breakfast bar, cooktop oven. and all the modern amenities. The unit is equipped with air conditioning and full-size laundry. The queen-size sofa sleeper accommodates two additional guests. The living room is complete with a 55” 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and French doors opening to an alluring deck with beautiful views of Pikes Peak's foothills. This unit is described in full detail at Vrbo listing 1074904.

The 2nd Floor West unit also accommodates up to three guests. The bedroom features a king-size four-poster canopy bed, panned ceiling, and walk-in closet. The full bathroom is complete with jetted tub. This unit offers air conditioning and full laundry. The fully-equipped kitchen is finished with granite counter tops and breakfast bar. The living room is equipped with a 55" 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and a dual-reclining leather sofa. There is a 19" air bed available for additional guests. The French doors open to a beautiful deck with gorgeous views of the foothills. Enjoy breakfast or dinner in the beautiful outdoors. This unit is described in full detail at Vrbo listing 1074905.

Historical

These vacation rental apartments are in Jerome Wheeler’s carriage house built in 1888.

A second cousin of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Jerome Byron Wheeler served during the Civil War, surviving to marry Harriet Macy Valentine (whose family founded Macy’s department store) in 1870. By 1879 he had become the president and a major shareholder of R. H. Macy and Company after the deaths of both its male heirs.

In 1882, Wheeler and his wife visited Colorado, seeking relief for Harriet’s severe bronchitis. They visited Manitou Springs, as it was famous for its mineral waters. In 1883, they built a summer home here, naming it ‘Windemere.’ This sat where the Post Office is currently located.

Soon, Wheeler began hearing reports of silver strikes in Aspen, and he purchased interests in promising mines. Although his time at New York City's most prosperous department store produced years of record sales and profits, Jerome Wheeler’s ambitions were shifting toward Colorado. Wheeler left his position and sold his shares in Macy’s in 1888.

Wheeler became involved in numerous mining ventures in Leadville and Aspen. He organized the Aspen Smelting Company, and built a mountain tramway to bring ore down the mountain to the smelter. He was president of the Croseus Gold Mining and Milling Company, as well as the Rock Hill Consolidated Gold and Silver Mining Company in Leadville. He was a partner in a marble quarry, and was president of the Grand River Coal and Coke Company. Before long, he was phenomenally wealthy.

He built two of downtown Aspen's landmarks; the Wheeler Opera House and the Hotel Jerome, putting nearly one million dollars in each. These are both thriving today. He built the first bank in Aspen, as well as a large residence, but never lived in the home. Known as the Wheeler-Stallard House, it currently serves as home to the Aspen Historical Society.

All told, he invested nearly $6 million into developing Aspen, and is remembered fondly as an icon there as a result.

Jerome Wheeler became a director of the Colorado Midland Railroad when it was organized in 1885, and brought rail connections to both Aspen and Manitou Springs. He and Colorado Springs railroad tycoon James John Hagerman invested over $100,000 in the extension of the Colorado Midland Railroad to the western slope, the first standard gauge railroad to cross the Continental Divide. Some of the rail beds and tunnels for this railroad can still be seen in various places around town and along US-24 west of Manitou Springs.

He started the Manitou Mineral Water Company, which was very popular back east and was even served at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City.

He invested in the Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, a cog railway that still transports passengers to the top of Pikes Peak.

As he had in Aspen, Wheeler also built the first bank in Manitou Springs, the Wheeler Bank. This yellow brick building sits at the east end of downtown.

Downtown sits a triangle of land with the clock donated by Wheeler to the town. His wife had been intrigued by a similar clock in Italy, so he spent $3600 to provide one for Manitou Springs.

In 1892, Wheeler became embroiled in the first of a series of lengthy and costly lawsuits over one of his silver mines. The combination of the judgments and the Panic of 1893, resulting in the crash of the value of silver, cost Jerome Wheeler nearly his entire fortune.

Wheeler's mining company laid off all its employees. His banks failed and closed for two years, but Wheeler paid his depositors every dollar and they lost nothing.

Manitou Springs continued to benefit from Wheeler’s largess, even after his fortunes had dwindled. He contributed $50,000 toward the construction of Manitou Avenue and outfitted a volunteer fire company. In 1913, after a devastating flood, he gave $10,000 to the city for emergency repairs.

Jerome Wheeler spent most of his remaining years at Windemere until his death on December 1, 1918.

New York. Aspen. Manitou Springs.

Jerome Wheeler was successful wherever he went, and he and Harriet certainly could have lived wherever they desired. But ultimately, they chose Manitou Springs as their home. Come to Manitou Springs and see what they discovered. This is a great place to be.

History of Windemere

Jerome Wheeler’s Windemere estate in Manitou Springs included an elaborate conservatory, this carriage house, billiard rooms and two bowling alleys. Roses for the Cliff House Hotel were grown in the conservatory and placed on guest's pillows each night.

After the death of the Wheelers (Harriet died in 1916), the estate was sold off, and the Wheeler residence was demolished for a hotel. The post office was built on the site in 1940.

The carriage house was divided into seven apartments about 100 years ago. The building fell vacant in the 1980's. We purchased the building in 1993 with the intention of developing it into a bed and breakfast. Ultimately, due to the constraints of time, money, full-time jobs, and kids to raise, the bed and breakfast was never realized. As they say, "Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans."

Come see why this property has now reached its highest and best use, over 135 years in the making. We think Jerome Wheeler would be pleased with what has become of his carriage house.

Property manager

Tim and Kris Monroe

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rug in room
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No tobacco or marijuana usage on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: See house rules.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Non-guests allowed on premises pending approval.
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 deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Non-guests allowed on premises pending approval. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit have a pool?

The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit has a communal pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit on 5 Dec 2024 start from NZ$639.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a private hot tub at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit?

No, The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Historic. 1st Floor unit Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sakiwoobooboo

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
Our stay was absolutely Amazing! Great Communication with owners, and the property was stopped with everything we could possibly need. The location was by far the best! We felt very safe and comfortable and can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional location. Cozy, historic. Great outdoor space.
Xyz
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B., Indianapolis, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
PPA Stay
Great location for anyone running the Pikes Peak Ascent or Marathon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W., Madison, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic House
This property is situated in probably the best location on a quiet street across from a park within a very short walk to everything Manitou Springs has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect 3-day retreat
The property is lovely and historic, across the road from a pretty park and a creek, and 1 minute on foot from the downtown. The porch and patio are both great for relaxing. The nearby mountains rise on all sides. The beds are comfortable. The hosts are friendly and responsive. We came to read, write, rest, and explore- so much to see and do in the area. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robin M.

Labor Day getaway
Great location. Walking distance to everything. Beautiful view from the front porch of The Incline. Signage for parking for each guest would be helpful. There are NO closets in bedrooms. Small hallway closet where we all tried to hang some clothing. Bathrooms could have been cleaned better.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We only had one night to stay, but wish we could have stayed longer. Lovely little cottage and adorable little town! Everything was easy and sweet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location
Very close to the cog railroad and eateries. There’s public parking in front of the house which is handier for loading/unloading. It’s also free between 6pm and 7am. Since our group had accessibility issues, we parked in front.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and comfy accommodations
And good water pressure in the shower, always important to me! Totally recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location but no closets
This is a lovely place. Being close to downtown Manitou and across from the park was wonderful. Smaller than we thought, so 4 of us were sort of on top of each other. There is one small closet space under the stairs to hang shirts and short stuff, but no place for long dresses or suits. We had a wedding to attend and struggled to find space to hang things. Would be wonderful for 2 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful visit!
Very clean, just the right size apartment for a mother/daughter trip, with excellent communication (and directions!) to the property. A great location too - Manitou Springs is out the front door. I use forearm crutches/canes to get around - the area isn't wheelchair accessible, but where in a mountain town would it be? I didn't have any issues with the stairs or walkways. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikita M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, nice accomodations
Clean, nicely furnished. Intriguing history of the property. This worked perfectly for our 3 guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

martha h.

Liked: Cleanliness
NYE stay
The place was clean and charming. Supplies were available as noted. A little smaller than expected but worked for the four of us. Beds were very comfortable and bathrooms well stocked. Patio looks like it would be lovely in the summer. Parking was an issue. Guests should be specifically told ahead of time the parking situation including potential problems with loading and unloading the vehicle. Need to update info on the refrigerator. A few items were in need of repair. Stone steps are beautiful but are not compatible for elderly or handicapped and should be noted so. The house is so historical, it would be nice to have a printed history available on the table. The bottle of wine was a very welcoming touch. We loved the paint job! Beautifully done. All and all an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Hideaway
Beautiful house in great location. Quiet and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Odile Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and tiny
We had a wonderful stay. The place was a little smaller than I expected (photos made it look a little bigger) but was quaint, very clean, perfectly situated in town so we walked everywhere. Loved it! Kris and Tim were very responsive so I felt comfortable reaching out with questions. It snowed which made our experience extra spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

LISA R.

Liked: Cleanliness
One night Manitou Springs stay
Great property- location, cleanliness, style and decor! Easy to follow instructions. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay
We enjoyed the apartment and the location. It was a very nice and clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quinlan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well maintained historic property. Excellent owner communications. Fair price. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO experience
Condo was amazing. Great location. Steps from all the shops and walking distance to the incline. The hosts were so helpful. Any questions we had they got back to us promptly and went above and beyond to help us have a great stay. Would highly recommend this property. Would try to keep to one car if possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyment
The two bedroom unit was immaculate, homey and had everything needed. We loved sitting on the front porch and side patio. Location is perfect, with only a short walk to restaurants and stores. We enjoyed meeting and visiting with Tim. We loved hearing about the history and future of the house. We didn't want to leave, but plan to be back next year. Lovely VRBO🙂
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manitou Springs
Great rental and location in Manitou Springs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MarY W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family retreat
This lovely home is in an ideal location for visiting Manatou Springs. Parking near the unit was challenging on this long holiday weekend. We spent lots of time out on the private patio - perfect spot for relaxing and al fresco dinners!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful accommodation close to town and trails
Communication was smooth, apartment was very comfortable and well equipped in an excellent location. Beautiful patio with babbling brook and mountain views. Highly recommended, I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lise A., Aspen, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to Manitou Spring
Everything about the house and visit was perfect. House was very clean and well maintained. The owner, Kris was super helpful and responsive. We didn't have a single issue. Parking is tight for a big SUV but after an attempt or two it is certainly maneuverable. If I visit again - this home will be my first choice. Thanks for the extra lovely stay. It was just too short. Too many amazing things to do in Manitou for just two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023