YAY!! THE FALL COLORS HAVE ARRIVED!!!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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Colorado Springs, CO
  • Broadmoor World Arena
    7 min drive
  • Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
    12 min drive
  • Cheyenne Mountain State Park
    15 min drive
  • Colorado Springs, CO (COS)
    17 min drive

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About the area

Colorado Springs

With a stay at this guesthouse, you'll be centrally located in Colorado Springs, within a 15-minute drive of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and Reptilian Adventure. .This family-friendly guesthouse is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Garden of the Gods and 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from US Air Force Academy.

What's nearby

  • Broadmoor World Arena - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Broadmoor Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Seven Falls - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Cheyenne Mountain State Park - 15 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Colorado Springs Airport (COS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Robin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Broadmoor Tavern - ‬8 min drive

About this property

YAY!! THE FALL COLORS HAVE ARRIVED!!!

Located at the foothills of Cheyenne Mountain, Colorado, you are surrounded by all of the vibrance that fall has to offer... fiery yellow, roasted auburn, savory goldenrod... a visual smorgasbord of color. In addition to the changes of the fall season, you are enveloped by evergreen pine trees, gorgeous blue skies and a view overlooking Colorado Springs that can't be beat. If you love privacy & nature as much as you love sightseeing & adventure, then this is the place for you!!

In the gorgeous Broadmoor Hills area of Cheyenne Mountain, you are likely to see deer, turkey, birds, squirrel and an occasional bobcat. Stone pathways lead to the viewing area (overlooking the city), the picnic table and hammock (for lunch in the great outdoors) or the natural canopy park bench (breathe deep as the sun goes down). Step directly outside your door to enjoy a large, private deck, complete with fall décor, outdoor seating and twinkle lights; the prefect place to relax with a warm cup of spiced cider as the deer stroll by.

Bleak Bear Chateau is the LOWER LEVEL of a 5,500 sq. ft., 3 story home and is located in the desirable Broadmoor area. The Chateau is decorated to reflect the wonderful fall season with warm colors and cozy throw blankets. This luxury neighborhood boast beautiful homes, gorgeous landscapes and wildlife in abundance. The neighborhood is quiet, safe and secure, with the upper 2 levels of the home being occupied by your host family "neighbors". A locked door and 3 sound barriors divide the space to ensure privacy and security during your stay. Your own private entry ensures that you come and go as you please without interaction from you host family. Your space is your space, but should you need anything, the host is a mere text message away. Otherwise, you are unlikely to see them in this quiet, private setting.

Jump in your car and you are minutes away from historic downtown Colorado Springs (gorgeous this time of year and the fall vibes are EVERYWHERE)- visit Cheyenne Mtn. Zoo, Garden of the Gods, the world famous Broadmoor Hotel, Pikes Peak, Penrose Heritage Museum, US Olympic Hall of Fame and much, much more. Hungry...? Thirsty...? Visit the many award winning breweries and restaurants that Colorado Springs has to offer-- from roadside BBQ to 5-Star Dining... food & drink are at your fingertips. Interested in a little shopping? You will find many unique specialty shops in Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, Downtown COlorado Springs or at the Shops at Briargate.

Need a little more outdoor adventure? Fall is the perfect time to plan a hike at Red Rocks Canyon Park, cycle down Pike Peak Hwy or book a zipline tour at Adventures Out West Sport Park. Whatever you are in the mood for, you will find it in Colorado Springs. When the day's adventure is over, return to your comfy, cozy, fall themed hideaway and rest up for the next day's adventure. Colorado Springs and Fall await!!


SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU BOOK:

*Guests need to be able to safely ascend and descend 2 flights of steps in order to access the chateau entrance

*The altitude of Colorado Springs is 6,035’ above sea level. Once you arrive, take your time on the stairs, as it may take a little time to acclimate to the higher altitude.

*Keep your eye on the weather app. As in many states, summer hail storms are known to occur. In the winter months, we recommend all wheel drive vehicles.

*Black Bear Chateau is located on the "locked off" lower level of a 5500 sq ft home with the upper 2 levels of the home being occupied by your host family. BLACK BEAR CHATEAU HAS ITS OWN PRIVATE ENTRANCE AND YOU ARE COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE HOST FAMILY
There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator and a microwave. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mary

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Table football
  • Playground

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Seniors-only community
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

YAY!! THE FALL COLORS HAVE ARRIVED!!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

molly s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall get away w my boys
very friendly, safe neighborhood. Got to see lots of wildlife, the deer were right there in the back yard in the mornings. enough kitchenette to prepare our own food, but close enough to go out too. Host left a nice note and some snacks for us and the wildlife, very good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Very private and relaxing! Beautiful get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We had a wonderful stay, the Black Bear Chatteau. Colorado Springs was beyond what I thought it was going to be. Our host Mary Louise was such a lovely and kind woman. We were very pleased and I would highly recommend anyone to stay at this beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of outdoor steps
Clean. Neat. Looked just like the pictures. 30 railroad tie steps from where the car is parked to get to the door of the VRBO. A bit difficult to navigate with luggage. Picture of the steps NOT included
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
COS Family visit to Fort Carson
This property is amazing and Mary the host was so attentive to all our needs. We had a late arrival on check in day and Mary left lights on and didnt rest easy until we were in unit. Unit was very clean and decorated for fall which was very charming. Very close to Fort Carson if visiting family. All the wildlife and trails are wonderful and will book again on our next trip to COS. knew we were in unit and a fCarso
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Beautiful chateau with the kindest host! Would recommend 1000%!!! Really can't believe we found such an amazing place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Retreat!
Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Black Bear Chateau! There was wildlife out the back door every morning and evening. Our little girls (5&7) wanted to walk around the trails in the back yard every chance they could get. The neighborhood is safe and quiet while still being conveniently located to some of Colorado Springs best attractions. Make sure to read the description of the listing to ensure it fits your family’s needs. My wife and I had never stayed in a VRBO connected to someone’s home but this was not at all an issue. The rental is the whole bottom floor. It’s very quiet and private. The host family is extra respectful of guests. They do a great job of running the vacation rental and you can tell they have put in the effort to make the place unique and special. There are lots of toys and games for kids of all ages included. Don’t worry if your kiddos leave theirs back at home. For the value this place is really hard to beat! The next time we schedule a trip to the area this will be the first place we check for availability👍
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, immaculate
Would recommend this property to anyone. Quiet and clean, with a beautiful deer there to greet us when we arrived. Great view from backyard. Mary Louise absolutely went above and beyond to accommodate us, she is a wonderful host. The space is private and close to everything we wanted to do. I would def stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful location!
We loved our stay. There was more than enough room for my family of four, and the kids loved to be able to walk around the property and be one with nature. I don't think we have ever been so close to wild deer as we were during the time we spent there. If we ever come back to Colorado Springs, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KONNIE K., Topeka, kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Awesome
Everything was perfect. Will book again in Oct it was so great. Wildlife was a super plus to watch. Dont hesitate to book. Attentive host. Made sure everything was perfect. And it was . very very happy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Even though this was the basement of their home, we only saw the owners upon arrival as they happen to be in the driveway. It was very quiet. We had a doe and her 3 fawns visit often as well as a buck, rabbits, and squirrels. Check in and out was easy. The accommodations were perfect! I missed having a full kitchen as I like to cook, even on vacation, but the mini cookware they supplied worked out just fine. They left fun little treats for us which was nice. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
My husband and I enjoyed our week stay at the the Chateau. The hostess was friendly and helpful. She made it extra special with the little things like snacks, fresh water, and cute items along the paths, etc. My favorite things about the stay was the back porch, the wildlife, the views, and the neighborhood. I would recommend listing all of the applainces in the description as well as better quality paper towels and toilet paper. Overall, our stay was very good and we would stay hrte again if we come back to CO Springs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating hosts, and you can’t beat coming home to a beautiful house in a beautiful neighborhood! They have one of the best lots in CO Springs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B., Clayton,CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Gorgeous view!
Me and my Fiancé enjoyed our stay. Mary was an amazing host. She was quick to answer any questions we had. We felt very welcome. At first we were apprehensive about renting a shared property as we wanted our privacy. That wasn’t an issue. We were never bothered and never heard hardly any sounds from above.The space was very comfortable for several people. Comfortably fit a family of 4 to 6. Location was ideal for Colorado Springs area. Very easy commute to and from the Colorado Springs airport. As well as easy to get to pikes peak and garden of the gods. Absolutely gorgeous view from the home. Right at the foot of the mountain. Definitely recommend to any who want an affordable alternative to a resort or hotel. Highly recommend. Definitely would come back to this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and beautiful views
Great place and beautiful view especially just looking out the windows and seeing deer and rabbits. The creek was dry(frozen) but great little walk through paths. It’s great that it’s located around many stores and plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Hideaway
This was the perfect property and location for my husband and I during our stay in Colorado Springs. It was the perfect size for the two of us and provided us all the necessities and privacy that we needed while we were there. The best part was the daily visits from the multiple deer that roamed the area. Mary Louise was very accommodating and responsive during the entire process. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Nature Filled
Great experience and great hosts. We saw lots of deer, wild turkeys, bunnies and birds. Nice, cozy neighborhood with a great view of the city and mountains. The hosts were gracious and generous. We loved our stay in their comfortable chateau!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay hands down.
The best place ever to stay! The host was wonderful! The place was super clean. This is the best place for a family with kids. Lots of space. With games to play. Lots of wild life interaction. lots of deer right outside the the door. I would so recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Relaxing CO Springs Stay
Beautiful place at the foot of Cheyenne Mtn. Loved the short trails to various relaxing, tranqul spots. The wildlife was incredible: Birds, Deer, Turkey, lizards, squirrels and even an occasional bear can be spotted. The Chateau was very clean and beautifully decorated, and well supplied for entertainment: games, books, movies and even food for feeding the wildlife (except the bear, of course). The host and hostess were very kind and helpful. This was a good location for all the things to see and do while in CO Springs. The neighborhood was quiet and THE VIEW! Rehabilitated the soul! Will definitely try to stay here again if we are in Colorado Springs,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic and quiet
Lots of wildlife right in the yard; deer, rabbits, turkeys, etc. close to attractions in Colorado Springs. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BYRON A.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a Blessing
My wife and I felt blessed to be able to stay at this well-maintained property in Colorado Springs. Mary Louise and her sons truly understand and demonstrate the whole concept of hospitality. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colorado Vacation
Quite and clean. Located close to a lot of attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Selene G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Everything was perfect and clean! The host family is absolutely amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clay T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and comfortable
Great location and plenty of room. We enjoyed our stay and will be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

dale s.

Liked: Cleanliness
The deer were a bonus!
The property was perfect - just what I needed while attending a large conf in the Springs. It's just a few miles from the Broadmoor, the Cheyenne Mtn Zoo, Manitou Springs and all the area has to offer. The kitchenette had lots of extras like a Ninja pressure cooker, water heater, and even waffle maker. There were tons of games and even toys in case you bring the little ones. A little walkway in the back led to some seating and a picnic area... with awesome views. The hosts here were super nice, and made sure that everything was just right. They even had some snacks for the birds, squirrels, and deers. When I first arrived, a deer came up and walked across the street near me. Saw a couple other deer while there. Definitely a 'do over' location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023