ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed
Palmer Lake, El Paso County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed Escape the crowds to our luxurious and fully-equipped family retreat! Enjoy the lakefront experience, without the typical lakefront noise and chaos.Immerse yourself in the serenity of our small mountain town and bright starry nights!1/4 mile walk to lovely downtown Palmer Lake restaurants, coffee shop, and ice cream p...
ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed Escape the crowds to our luxurious and fully-equipped family retreat! Enjoy the lakefront experience, without the typical lakefront noise and chaos.Immerse yourself in the serenity of our small mountain town and bright starry nights!1/4 mile walk to lovely downtown Palmer Lake restaurants, coffee shop, and ice cream parlor.Central location to USAFA (7 miles), Colorado Springs (15 miles), Castle Rock (18 miles), and even Denver (29 miles)!Outdoor Amenities:* 6-person luxury hot tub (with starry nights you never get in Colorado Springs)* 2 kayaks w/ life jackets and carts* 2 adult bicycles w/ helmets* Balcony with amazing mountain views* Propane firepit and patio furniture on balcony* BBQ gas grill on back patioIndoor Amenities:* Fully equipped kitchen* Two living rooms with fireplaces, smart TVs, and lots of seating in each* Game room w/ air hockey, ping pong, and foosball table* Kids playroom w/ toys, books, kids table, and play couch* Pack-n-play, high chair, changing table, safety gate for infants* 5-35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands* Mini fridge and bar area* Complementary snacks, plus alcoholic and soft drinks * Dog bed, food/water bowls, and toys for furry friends* Professionally deep cleaned after each guest and maintained with luxury toiletriesLess than 100 yards to:* Frisbee golf course* Santa Fe hiking trail* Palmer Lake playground* Famous Palmer Lake coal train * Best 4th of July fireworks show in Colorado* Bright starry nights (unlike in Colorado Springs/Denver)Detailed Virtual Tour:* Downstairs Bar & Living Room: When you walk through the front door, you’ll be greeted by an open family room with a Queen pullout sofa, 2 accent chairs, and 2 bar stools. Enjoy the electric fireplace and Roku TV. Swing around the bar to grab one of the complementary beers from the mini fridge or bring your own drink of choice and serve it in the provided wine/highball glasses. * Downstairs Bed/Bath: You’ll find 2 bedrooms with 3 queen beds between them, complete with dressers, nightstands, lamps, and walk-in closets. In the single-bed room, we provide a desk and faux leather desk chair in case you have some emails or homework to take care of.To accommodate those rooms, there is a full bathroom with shower and 2 split sinks to easily allow multiple guests to get ready alongside each other. * Game Room: The final room on this level is the game room, complete with an air hockey table and foosball table! If you get tired of losing at air hockey against your kids, you can also install the ping pong table top and show them who’s really boss! Sit down in the futon (folds down into twin bed) or bar stools to watch the action.* Upstairs Living Room: Gather around the large remote-controlled gas fireplace with natural stone surround and large Roku-enabled flat screen. There’s space for everyone on the sofa, leather chair with matching ottoman, and 2 accent chairs. Inside the rustic white hutch, you'll find a variety of boardgames and cards.* Fully Furnished Kitchen: We furnish our kitchen to cover all your needs- providing a blender, mixer, toaster, cutting boards, pots, pans, tupperware, silverware, cutlery, flatware, and variety of basic spices and sauces. In case you decide to have a picnic, we have also supplied disposable plates/bowls/plasticware. All drawers and cabinets have been labelled to make it easier to find what you’re looking for. Our family cherishes morning coffee time together so we provide 3 different ways to make yours, along with a variety of coffees/tea.* Kids Area: We provide a dedicated area for your kids to hangout. There is a play couch that can be built into their dream fort. Also find a wide variety of books and toys to cover all ages. There is a kids table/chair set plus our dedicated (adult) game table, so you can keep an eye on your kids while playing your own games! Once all the fun is done, there are 2 bunk beds for them to crash on. For infants, we provide a pack-n-play with sheets, high chair, changing pad, diapers, and safety gate.* Powder Room/Laundry Room: After a long day of fun, freshen up for dinner in the powder room. If you’re staying for several days, use the laundry room that is complete with washer, drier, detergent, softener, drier sheets, iron, and ironing board. * Master Bed/Bath: The large, luxurious king-size bed is complemented by an attached closet, dresser, and nightstands. In the master bath, find a huge walk-in shower and large jetted tub, complete with bath caddy and bath bombs. Double sinks allow you and your mate to prepare for your day alongside each other. * Master Closet: We provide extra towels for your stay and beach towels to use during dips into Palmer Lake or the hot tub. We also provide an exercise mat with 5lb, 15lb, 25lb, and 35lb dumbbells, yoga mat, and resistance bands if you want to workout. To accommodate your pets, there is a medium-sized dog bed, small and large dog bowls, and several dog toys.* Balcony/Fire Pit: On the balcony, there is a gas firepit with rock bed for you to enjoy while watching the sun set behind the foothills. Chances are, you’ll see one of the coal trains that frequently passes by. Don't forget to count the number of train cars with your kids! * Porch/Hot Tub/BBQ Grill: On the back porch, there is a luxury hot tub that is professionally maintained every week, surrounded by a privacy fence. As the jets massage you, look up and appreciate the incredible starry nights that you never see in bigger cities. Also on the back porch, there is a gas BBQ grill for your enjoyment.* Garage/Kayaks/Bikes: In the garage, we have supplied 2x kayaks with helmets, life jackets, and paddles. The kayaks come fitted to trollies that allow you to roll them down to the water with ease. To help you stroll around the lake or into town, we have included 2x Schwinn hybrid bicycles with helmets. Note: A waiver will be emailed to you via DocuSign before your check-in. This must be electronically signed before use of the bicycles, kayaks, hot tub, grill, firepit, or any game tables is permitted.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Fitness room / equipment
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Ice skating
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Shopping
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Game room
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Hot tub
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
- Gym
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Mountain view
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool spa
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Highchair
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Stair gate
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Water dispenser
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Jetted bathtub
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Firepit
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoke-free property
- 4 accessible parking spaces
- Handrails in stairways
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
- Change of towels on request
Location highlights
- In a village
- On a lake
- In the mountains
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle storage
- Foosball table
- Kayak
- Water sports equipment
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycles
- Gym
- Table tennis
- Basketball nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Swimming nearby
General
- At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycle storage
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Recycling
- Towels (changed on request)
- Water dispenser usage encouraged
- Water-efficient toilets
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycles
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Local artist showcase
- Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Unit size: 3,100 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Kitchen, games room, games and toys, washer and dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 5:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 12:00 PM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
- Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 13
- Note from host: Please discuss events with us BEFORE booking
- This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
- 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
About the area
Monument
Located in Monument, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area and Greenland Open Space, while Western Museum of Mining and Industry and Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Glen Park, or check out an event or a game at Clune Arena. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Nearby locations
- Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area 1 min walk
- Pinecrest Event Center 4 min drive
- US Air Force Academy 26 min drive
- Garden of the Gods 28 min drive
- Pikes Peak 76 min drive
Getting around
- Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) 41 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 8 min drive
- Texas Roadhouse 13 min drive
- Taco Bell 8 min drive
- Back East Bar & Grill 9 min drive
- Serranos Coffee Company 8 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is ON THE LAKE Family Retreat ~ Kayaks ~ Bikes ~ Hot Tub ~ Game Room ~ Pets Allowed located?
This family-friendly Monument holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area, Greenland Open Space and Santa Fe Open Space. Glen Park and Palmer Lake Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).