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Vein Of Gold

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· Ward, Boulder, Colorado
0.5 acres hosted by Jessica K.
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In the spring of 1860, Calvin Ward found gold on a mountainous western fringe of Boulder County. The town named after him sprouted out of a deep ravine in Left Hand Creek. By the 1880's, half a dozen stamp mills thumping day and night kept Ward humming. According to the federal census, the population peaked at 424 in 1890 then sank to 10 in 1950. During the 1960s, Ward began growing again as a haven for dropouts and pursuers of alternative lifestyles.  Remnants of the Big Five Mines still pockmark the surrounding hills, although pine, spruce, fir and aspen have erased most of the scars. In 1917 Georgia O'Keeffe stayed in Ward and painted the Ward Church. She would hike the Switzerland trail daily. She then backpacked all the way to Estes Park. This is an authentic miners cabin renovated as a simple, artist retreat or lovers getaway. There is one loft bedroom but you are welcome to bring additional sleep things to accommodate more guests. We have a piano, so you can come up to write music or practice. We have a hot tub for relaxing in after. The stars look magical here. We have a wood burning stove for added romantic ambiance. There is plenty of paths for walking around town to ignite your creative juices. Miners often chose player poker for their entertainment post a long day working in the mines. Perfect spot for a game night tucked away in this historical gold mining town. Also, enjoy as ski cabin. Eldora ski resort is 30 miles away.
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River, stream, or creek
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      Jess N.recommends
      October 15, 2023
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      This cabin was a great place to stay for our trip to RMNP! It's situated in a small mountain town with no service, which was the perfect escape for us. The cabin was a little hard to find but once we did we had no issues and enjoyed our stay, Would recommend if you're looking for a peaceful getaway.
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      Tanya L.recommends
      May 10, 2023
      Vein Of Gold Cabin
      The hot tub was amazing, a d so relaxing after a long day of hiking. We got to see a full moon from the hot tub which was so pretty. Cabin was adorable, and felt very cozy.
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      Kelsey H.recommends
      April 7, 2023
      Vein Of Gold Cabin
      Amazing space! With the wind whipping on the mountain, it was a refuge of warmth and solitude. Very cozy and the perfect place for a weekend of rest and adventure!
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      Lauren M.recommends
      April 3, 2023
      Vein Of Gold Cabin
      Hidden Gem
      This place is amazing. The host is super communicative and does a great job spelling out what to expect. It is as described if not better. It has everything you could want, including great blankets/bedding, plenty of cookware, dishes, towels, wash clothes, games, and top of the line appliances make cooking super easy. The hot tub is such a nice respite after a long day. It is perfect for a couple looking for a mountain getaway. We cannot wait to get back this summer.
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      Kiera M.recommends
      March 26, 2023
      Vein Of Gold Cabin
      Loved this place
      Jessica was an amazing host, very nice and welcoming but not overbearing and we felt like we had plenty of privacy. The cabin is so cute and clean. We couldn’t recommend this place enough to anyone looking for a gettaway!
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      Molly H.recommends
      January 22, 2023
      Vein Of Gold Cabin
      Lovely rustic cabin
      Lovely rustic cabin, perfect getaway for couples. The hot tub was super cozy for the snowy surroundings. It’s a big plus for pianists too - we had fun recreating our favorite Bon Iver and Beatles songs :) Thanks for the lovely stay
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      Ward, Boulder, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tséstho’e (Cheyenne) and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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      Hosted by Jessica K.

      Joined in April 2021
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