How many people does Aspen Leaf Estate sleep?
It sleeps 14 in real beds: 3 kings, 2 queens and 4 twins across 6 bedrooms. Air mattresses with bedding and 2 port-a-cribs are available for extra guests, up to 15 guests total.
Where is Aspen Leaf Estate located?
The home is in Black Forest, a quiet, wooded area of northeast Colorado Springs in El Paso County. It sits on 5 private acres at 7,450 feet. The exact address is shared after booking.
Does the house have a hot tub?
Yes. The hot tub seats 7 or more adults and sits on the covered lower patio, right outside the game room's walkout door.
How many fire pits are there?
Three: a wood-burning fire pit on the lower patio, a propane fire pit on the upper deck next to the gas grill, and a propane fire pit on the covered front porch.
Is Aspen Leaf Estate good for families with young kids?
Yes, many of our guests are multi-generation families. We provide 2 port-a-cribs, a high chair, a booster seat, baby gates, kids' dishes, books and toys. The acreage is open and not fenced, and the hot tub has no gate, so please keep an eye on little ones outside.
Is this a good place to stay for a wedding?
Yes, as a place to stay. Wedding parties and families often stay here for weddings at nearby Black Forest and Colorado Springs venues. Every family gets its own space, and the fire pits are perfect after the reception. Because of our insurance, the wedding itself, including the ceremony and reception, can't be held at the house. Nearby venues include Black Forest by Wedgewood Weddings and The Lodge at Cathedral Pines (about 10 minutes away), Flying Horse Resort & Club (about 15 minutes), and Pinecrest in Palmer Lake (about 25 minutes).
Is the house good for a corporate retreat or team offsite?
Yes. Teams use it for retreats, planning sessions and offsites. There's fast Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, desks in several bedrooms, and a big dining table and great room for working sessions, plus a game room, hot tub and fire pits for downtime. Business meetings are for the group staying at the house. If you'd like to bring in additional people, please ask us first.
Is it a good base for youth sports tournaments or golf trips?
Yes. Colorado Springs hosts youth tournaments year-round, and Denver-area complexes are about an hour away, so team families can stay together instead of splitting across hotels. Golfers have several public courses close by, including Antler Creek, Pine Creek and Gleneagle, all within about 15 to 25 minutes of the house.
Can we host an event or party at the house?
No formal events, and weddings can't be held at the house because of our insurance. Smaller gatherings may be allowed with prior approval, so please reach out before you book and tell us what you have in mind.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 4:00 pm and check-out is at 10:00 am, with a 2-night minimum stay. If you book direct, you get the earliest check-in and latest checkout available for your dates at no additional charge, depending on our cleaning schedule. Check-in is self check-in: your door code is texted the morning of arrival and works until check-out.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Aspen Leaf Estate.
How many cars can we bring?
Parking is for 5 vehicles, on the concrete pad or gravel drive. If you need more, please reach out to us. Please never park on the grass, because there are well, septic and sprinkler lines underneath.
What is winter like at the house?
At 7,450 feet, Black Forest often has snow when town doesn't. Our local team plows the driveway and clears the walkways and hot tub patio when possible, and we leave shovels for guests. Walkways can be icy, so a vehicle with good snow tires or all-wheel drive is a smart choice in winter. There's also a sledding hill out back, and we supply the sleds.
Is there Wi-Fi and a place to work?
Yes. The home has Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace, plus desks in several bedrooms.
Is there a washer and dryer?
Yes. The washer and dryer are in the scullery off the kitchen. It doubles as the laundry room and coffee bar, with a sink and extra counter space.
Are there cameras on the property?
Exterior cameras cover the front entrance (Ring doorbell), the driveway and the backyard. The garage, which is closed to guests, also has a camera. There are no cameras inside guest spaces.
How far is the house from the airport and attractions?
Approximate drive times: the U.S. Air Force Academy visitor center is 15 to 20 minutes away, Garden of the Gods about 30 minutes, Colorado Springs Airport about 35 minutes, the Pikes Peak Cog Railway in Manitou Springs and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo about 40 minutes, and Denver International Airport about 1 hour 15 minutes. The closest big grocery store, the King Soopers Marketplace at Flying Horse on Highway 83, is about 15 minutes away.
Is the house accessible?
There's a disabled parking spot and a lit path to the guest entrance. The home has three levels connected by stairs. The primary king suite and the twin room are on the main level.
Why book direct instead of on Airbnb or Vrbo?
Booking direct saves you 7.5%. We cut out the middleman and split the booking fee with you. Direct guests also get the earliest check-in and latest checkout available for their dates at no extra charge (depending on the cleaning schedule), plus a few special surprises for the organizer or a guest of their choosing. And you deal with Mike & Michelle directly.
