Property Details of Colorado Bed and Breakfast

Red Crags is a romantic 4 story, 8,000 square foot, 1880's Victorian Mansion built by the founder of the town of Manitou Springs, Dr. William Bell. The house has original, locally quarried, stone walls, 10 foot ceilings, 8 wood burning fireplaces, hardwood floors throughout, and lots of windows with great views. It is decorated in period antiques.

The building is situated on 1.5 acres of land, with herb and flower gardens, a running stream, ponds, and a large lawn area. A large outdoor Jacuzzi is available for guest use. Great views of Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, the Manitou Valley and Colorado Springs. Lucky visitors will be able to catch a sight of the many resident deer which pass through the property.

The parlor has a large antique bar and mirror, which came out of a barber shop. Dessert is always set out here for guests enjoyment. An 1860's square grand piano, owned by the original owners wife, Cara Bell, sits along one wall. A turn of the century bookcase houses a collection of David Winter Cottages, which Lynda & Howard, the current owners, have acquired. Guests can relax on 1920's red velvet Rococo couch and chairs in front of a fireplace while enjoying a glass of Wine, Sherry, or Port which is served in the evening.

Adjacent to the parlor is the solarium. The room originally was open air, but is now enclosed. With windows on two sides, the views of Pikes Peak and the valley are spectacular, and appear to change throughout the day. Guests can sit and relax in rocking chairs or on a love seat. There are also café tables where guests can eat refreshments in the afternoon or breakfast in the morning. There is adjoining porch which is a great place to lounge in the afternoon or evening, or eat breakfast in the morning. For guests that didn’t bring their computers with them, a cyber café is available to check e-mail.

A step up and you are in the formal dining room. Coffee, tea, cocoa and cider are always available in this area. An Eastlake Cherrywood fireplace is a focal point in the room. A gourmet breakfast is served here unless guests request to eat in the solarium. For business travelers an early breakfast can be arranged. Special dietary needs can also be accommodated.

All eight of our guest rooms/suites have king size beds with feather mattresses and down comforters, fireplaces, private baths, telephones with data ports, and are cabled for TV. We also have two suites with additional jetted tubs for two in the baths. We also have a two bedroom suite that can accommodate 5 people. The entire house is perfect to host family reunions, weddings, or meetings (50 people maximum)

Local Area Details

The main attractions in our area are Pikes Peak Cog Wheel Railroad, Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Miramont Castle, Glen Eyrie Castle, and the historic shopping districts of Manitou Springs and Old Colorado City. Guests can hike the Barr Trail up to top of Pikes Peak, or hike one of many trails in Garden of the Gods or the surrounding area. The Olympic Training Center, Focus on the Family, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Seven Falls, and the Air Force Academy are all within 20 - 30 minutes of Red Crags. Other hiking and fishing areas are also within a 30 minute drive into the mountains. Cripple Creek, a historic mining town which now has legalized gambling, is about 45 minutes away.

The municipal pool is just down the hill from Red Crags. Horseback riding is down the road. Within walking distance are seven natural mineral springs located in the various parks and streets throughout the city. The main down town of Manitou and Garden of the Gods are also a short stroll away.

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Property Features

* Close to a golf course

Contact Information for Victorian BandB near Colorado Springs and Pikes Pe United States

Name:	Brett Maddox
Telephone:	800-721-2248
Alt Telephone:	719-685-1920
Fax:	719-685-1073
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