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Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River.

Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River.

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Granite Haven
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Family room with original tin ceiling and sleeper sofa
Family room with 3 way fire place

Overview of Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River.

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Granite, CO
  • Popular LocationInterlaken Trail8 min drive
  • Popular LocationLeadville Colorado & Southern Railroad24 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Elbert62 min drive
  • AirportGunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)110 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River.

Granite Haven is your perfect home away from home, whether you are looking for a peaceful get-a-way or seeking adventure and recreation. We are surrounded by BLM and National Forest which offer peace and solitude, or just sit on the deck and watch the wildlife. On the other end of the spectrum, rafting, hiking, biking, skiing and boarding (Copper Mountain is a 45 minute drive, Monarch is 45 minutes away, and Vail is 1 hour, and Ski Cooper is 30 minutes), and fishing are all easily accessible. In the summer, a beautiful drive over Independence Pass (which is closed in the winter) will get you to Aspen in 1 hour. This is a turn of the century miner's home with approximately 1000 sf., two bedrooms and 1-1/2 baths. Sleeps six. The house has new hardwood floors and an updated kitchen and bathroom complete with washer and dryer in the big mud room entry. Unique tin ceilings are still intact in the original part of the house along with original wood flooring in the bedrooms. The house sits in the side of the hill overlooking the historic Granite townsite and the Arkansas River. Spectacular views of the Sawatch Range. Book seven or more nights and get a 10% discount.

Property manager

Kent & Kim Naegele
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and play available.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this holiday home is on a river. Buena Vista Heritage Museum and Temple Israel Synagogue and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tabor Opera House and Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 2 min walk
  • Interlaken Trail - 8 min drive
  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 24 min drive
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 33 min drive
  • Mount Elbert - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sage Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Country Peddler - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Granite Home on the Arkansas River. located?

This family-friendly Buena Vista holiday home is located on the riverfront, within a 10-minute walk of Arkansas River and San Isabel National Forest. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janis V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a Haven
This is the third ski trip we’ve spent at Kim & Kent’s lovely Granite Haven. It is spacious, yet cozy with the gas fireplace that is so inviting. The kitchen is fully equipped and the entire home is so clean and well cared for. The home is full of beautiful light throughout the day, and the windows offer amazing views of the mountains. If you are interested in birds, don’t miss the chance to stay at Granite Haven and enjoy so many Western US species as they come to the feeders. A highlight of our stays is always talking with Kim and sharing her knowledge and love of the area. We’re already planning our next return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Wonderful Stay in Granite Colorado
We love the peace and quiet and all the birds. Kim and Kent are such accommodating hosts. We hope to return again next fall!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outdoor Adventure
Everything was as advertised. Clean, comfortable and spacious. It’s right in the thick of things and a perfect location if you’re looking to experience any number of outdoor adventures. Kim and Kent were great hosts. We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second perfect stay
So very glad we could return to Granite Haven againthis spring break! Kim and Kent’s home is the perfect mountain getaway: quiet, cozy, sun-filled, with just the right amenities. We love the gas fireplace, spacious living room and dining room areas for sharing family time, and well-equipped kitchen for meals in. Views are stunning and if you are a birdwatcher or star gazer, this is the place for you. We love our hosts, Kim & Kent - thank you for the warm welcome back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kent & Kim Naegele

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Kim is 5th generation Granite. Her great-great-grandfather was a freighter and homesteaded the Clear Creek Ranch just south of Granite. So it was quite natural for us to move back to Granite. Kent is a carpenter and builds everything from cabinets and furniture to new custom homes. Kim is a science teacher at the Buena Vista High School.

Why they chose this property

The town of Granite has a rich history in mining and railroads. The infamous shooting of Judge Dwyer during the Lake County Wars transpired in Granite. In 1876, the year of Colorado statehood, Granite was the county seat. After loosing this distinction to Buena Vista, residents of Granite were unwilling to relinquish the county records to Buena Vista. Residents of Buena Vista then resorted to a clandestine, middle of the night, gunpoint, robbery of the records. Before the mining boom in Leadville, Granite was the hot spot for gold mining, and remnants of these historic mines are all around Granite. Our family history is here, and our roots run deep in Granite. The house was passed down through the family, and we now have the privilege of living in Granite.

What makes this property unique

Wildlife--Here in Granite we have our own resident big horn sheep herd. The ewes hang out in town summer, fall, and winter. During the spring they go south for lambing and then bring their lambs back to town in the late summer. In the fall the rams join the ewes and enjoy running around the front yard of the house eating the flowers. For bird enthusiasts, Granite attracts rare rosy finches in the winter and hundreds of hummingbirds, broadtail, rufus, and calliope, in the summer. A pair of osprey has a nest just ¼ mile from Granite as well. Granite Haven has feeders right outside the windows so you can enjoy these feathered friends close up.
Fishing and Hunting--The gold medal Arkansas River is a stone's throw from the house to catch fat brown trout. For those who prefer delicious brook trout, Low Pass Creek, is ½ mile north of Granite. The native cutthroat trout are also available for those who are more adventurous and willing to hike a few miles to the high lakes up above timberline. Clear Creek Reservoir and Twin Lakes are both less than ten minutes away. Granite is surrounded by BLM and national forest for those interested in hunting elk, deer, and antelope.
Hiking and Biking--Chaffee County boasts the highest number of 14ers than any other county in Colorado. Granite is located on the northern edge of Chaffee County, so Elbert, Massive, La Plata, and Sherman are all close trailheads as well. For those who prefer a nice walk in the woods, any direction from Granite offers spectacular views and the sound of running water. Miles and miles of mountain bike trails, including the Colorado Trail, are easily accessible from the yellow house. Ski Cooper is a 30 minute drive from Granite. Copper Mountain and Monarch are only 45 minutes away. Three rafting companies are within 5 minutes of Granite and offer the adventure of Pine Creek, Numbers, and Brown's Canyon sections of the Arkansas River.

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