Title: USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88690000/88688900/88688801/152cb97a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88690000/88688900/88688801/e0f67769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88690000/88688900/88688801/d1001a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88690000/88688900/88688801/5af68dc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88690000/88688900/88688801/c1b673ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Surrounded by Pikes National Forest, this mountain retreat offers panoramic views and a spacious living area with a wood burning stove. Unwind in the family/movie room or soak in the private hot tub on the lower back deck, perfect for relaxation. Enjoy quality time together indoors or out. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest Enter the home on the main level, with large windows offering you a panaramic view of Pikes National Forest. This open living space includes a fully stocked kitchen, dining area, and living area with a wood burning stove. Your group will love spending time together in this space. On the main level you also have access to one bedroom, a full bathroom, office, and a balcany overlooking the sprawling trees and mountain views. Down to the lower level is a family/movie room with a cozy couch in view of 55” Smart TV ready for streaming. The lowest level has access to the back patio, and additional 3 bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Outdoors Outdoor spaces are what Colorado is all about and this home is nestled perfectly in a scenic mountain landscaping. The lower back deck is a great place to relax and take in what Colorado has to offer. Gather around the built in gas fire pit, soak in the private/secluded hot tub, or grill out on the gas BBQ, and enjoy dinner at the outdoor dining table. Whether it's coffee in the morning or a cold beverage in the evening, this will be your favorite space to relax! Bedrooms The bedrooms feature brand new, super comfy mattresses, high quality bedding, plenty of pillows and we provide fresh, high quality linens for your comfort. There are two bedrooms with king beds and two bedrooms with queen beds at this property. Wildlife and Animals You may encouter neighboring farm dogs or farm animals while at the property. Due to the property backing up to a national forest, you will also encounter wildlife of all kinds. This does include potentially dangerous animals such as bears, elk, etc. Children Those travelling with little ones will love that we have a pack n play, high chair, and kids toys and books. We also have kids plates, cups and flatware. Because this home is located near a national forest with lots of wildlife, we do advise that children are always monitored when outdoors. Laundry There is a laundry room with washer, dryer, iron and ironing board onsite. We provide laundry detergent for you to use. Bathrooms There are three full bathrooms with full size bathtub and showers. We provide spa quality bodywash, hand soap, cotton swabs and extra rolls of toilet paper. Parking The property has a two car garage and large driveway that will accomodate multiple vehicles for private off street parking. Driving The drive to the house is mostly paved, however you will encounter a short half mile drive along a graded dirt road approaching the property and home. Vehicles with 4WD/AWD are highly encouraged during winter season as no refunds will be issued to guests unable to navigate the roads due to road/weather conditions ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Golf ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Electric car charging station - Local artist showcase - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### 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 ### Rules VISITORS/GATHERINGS: Only a maximum of 8 guests are allowed at the property. All guests must be listed on your booking reservation prior to arrival. RESPECTFUL OF NEIGHBORS: Quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am out of respect for our city permit and nearby neighbors. NO SMOKING/OPEN FLAMES: Out of extreme caution and respect for the national forest, there is absolutley no smoking permitted outdoors or indoors. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=39.052303,-104.917564&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_hkmFvuj_S%3FS%3FQ%40U%3FS%40S%40S%3FSBS%40S%40S%40SBSBSBSBQBSBSBQDSBSDQDQDQDSDSFQDOFQDQFQFQHOFQFOHOFQHOFOHOHOJOHMHMHOJMHMJMJMJMJKJMJKJKJKLKJILKLIJKLILILILGJINILELGLGNGLGLENELGNCLENCNCLENCNCNALCNANCL%3FNANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40NBLBNDLBNBNDLBNFLDLDNFLFLFLFNDLHLHLFLHJHLHLJLHJJLJJHJJLJJJHLLJJLHLJLHLJLJNHLHLHNHNHNHNFNHPFNHNFPFNFPFPDPFPFNDPFRDRDPBPDRDPBRDPBRBRBPBRBR%40R%40RBR%40R%40R%40R%40R%3FR%40R%3FT%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FTAR%3FRARARARARCRARARCRCRCPCRCREPCREPERCPEPERGPEPGPGPEPGPGPGNGNIPGNIPGNINILIPILINILKLKLINKLILKLMJILKJMJKJKHMJKJMHMHMJKHMHMFMHMFOFMFMFMFODMDMFODMDODOBMBOBMDO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOCMAOCOAOEMCOCOCMEOEMEOGMEMEOGMGMGMGOGKIMGMIMIMKKIMIMKKIMKKKKKKKKMKKKMKMKMIMKOIMIMIOKMIQIMGOIOGQIOGQGOIOGQGQEQGQEQGQEQESEQEQEQCSESCQCSCSCQCSCSCSASASASCS%3FSASAS%3FSAU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LhOUp5L_Uosdm3csRCmKrSeItzw=) Colorado Springs, CO #### What's nearby - US Air Force Academy - 5 min drive - 1.9 km - Ford Amphitheater - 17 min drive - 13.2 km - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 20 min drive - 16.4 km - Garden of the Gods - 35 min drive - 38.2 km - Glen Eyrie Castle - 38 min drive - 38.3 km #### Getting around - Colorado Springs Airport (COS) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬16 min drive - ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Western Museum of Mining and Industry, Fox Run Regional Park, and Eisenhower Golf Club. Topgolf and Fox Run Dog Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## USAFA: Mountain Cottage backs to National Forrest Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jake B. Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The place is gorgeous with a beautiful view and plenty of amenities. The hosts were very communicative and friendly. Definitely recommend staying here! ##### Jake B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy f. Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT STAY We very much enjoyed our stay at this rental . Everything was perfect and the views amazing . Even spotted a bear in the mountains behind us . Perfect vacation and stay !!! ##### Tracy f. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anudeep G. Jan 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Views!! We had a great stay with a group of friends. Loved the entire layout of the cabin and the best part is there is a great view overlooking the mountains from every room. ##### Anudeep G. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie C. Oct 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome property We stayed there after a wedding and it was wonderful. The property was more than big enough. The views were incredible and we actually planned to come and stay again maybe next summer. ##### Leslie C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra W. Jun 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home and Awesome View Great place to get away, relax and enjoy beauty ##### Debra W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary C. Oct 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Cabin and Location We had a group of five leaders meeting at the cabin for an offsite work meeting for a few days. It was even better than the pictures showed! This was an excellent facility for us - lots of room, beautiful setting - felt like it was remote, but was only 15-20 minutes from restaurants, etc. We would definitely stay there again! ##### Gary C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith A. Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this properly This house has great space and all the amenities. About 15 minutes from shoppibg and restaurants, its nestled in a quite serene spot. The wild life was moving and we enjoyed the ourdoor spaces. Very comfortable for our family of 7 with spaces for everyine! ##### Meredith A. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg M. Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house in a great area! Very responsive to my husbands daily calls (sorry!) House is clean, very quiet area. Very relaxing get-a-way! ##### Gregg M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kara H. Jan 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay! Very clean, comfortable and well stocked. The view, quiet setting and wildlife made it a one of a kind stay. Even saw shooting stars at night! Loved the hot tub. Quiet neighborhood yet convenient to shopping and activities. ##### Kara H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Amazing Vacation Place! Our stay was easy and relaxing because of the Bronco house! The property was clean and beautiful! We had an amazing time. Check in and communication was easy thanks to the owners! The view was beautiful! Would stay here again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad H., Tallahassee, FL Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Setting! Peaceful rural setting away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to be within easy reach of all Colorado Springs attractions. Amazing mountain views from the back decks, with frequent wildlife appearances. ##### Chad H. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy C. Mar 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, great location Great visit, exceeds expectations. Pictures in the listing don't do it justice. Would stay here again without hesitation. ##### Andy C. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L. Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation house! What a great house! The view can’t be beat. Four bedrooms, plus an office, a game room with a foosball table, a den with a kids reading book, and two patios with a hot tub. The drive can be tricky in bad weather. Well stocked kitchen with several coffee makers. Toiletries in every bathroom. ##### Karen L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John P. May 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retreat! Secluded, next to the national forrest. Very nice and well appointed. Great for a retreat type weekend or week. ##### John P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. Dec 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving 2024 Great property!! The property was very spacious for our family of eight to enjoy the holiday weekend. The kitchen was fully stocked and enabled us to cook our holiday feast. The views of the mountains and valley were awesome, especially after we received some snowfall. We would definitely stay at this property again in the future. Thank you hosts!! ##### Michael M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa P. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hot tub was amazing In love with the location the backyard was beautiful! I never stayed on the side of the mountain before like that. I definitely want to come back when everything is covered in snow ##### Vanessa P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malia S. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Mountain Getaway Our stay was short, really too short to truly enjoy this house and its surroundings. The dirt road to get there added to the experience and being able to look out the entire backside with no neighbors was just what you'd expect from a Colorado home. Super clean, comfortable beds, terrific kitchen (even though we didn't do any cooking or eating at the house). We highly recommend the Bronco House. ##### Malia S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan C. Jun 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation The best mountain views from the back deck and lots of windows. Very quite. No close neighbors. Highly recommend. Will stay again when go back to Colorado Springs. Owners responded very fast. Very helpful. 15 minutes to the Academy. ##### Bryan C. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corey C. Jun 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything we could ask for... We came in town to visit with our daughter who attends USAFA. We were hoping for a quiet place that would allow us to relax and enjoy each other's company. To say we LOVED the place - doesn't come close to how much we enjoyed it. The house is perfect. The privacy was wonderful (exactly what we wanted) and the views were amazing from all the windows/doors - We enjoyed while sipping coffee in the morning and having dinners in the evening. There is so much natural light coming in and the house is spacious and well appointed too. The kitchen has pretty much everything you want or need and the BBQ was great as well. The owners are accessible and so easy to communicate with. We have found our favorite Vacation rental. Perfect. ##### Corey C. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ChaRae C. Jun 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spacious home with amazing Mountain View! We immensely enjoyed our stay at the Bronco house! The pictures online honestly don’t do it justice. The home is even more beautiful and spacious in person, and the Mountain View was MUCH better than I had anticipated. The home was very clean, very comfortable beds, and my children absolutely loved the secret kids nook with books and toys. The hosts were very responsive. We were definitely not ready to leave and would absolutely stay there again! ##### ChaRae C. 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