Monthly Stays at The Manitou Manse

The Neighborhood

Welcome to Manitou Springs, one of the cutest little towns in the west. Founded in 1872 as a “scenic health resort,” Manitou Springs is overflowing with old-time charm. It’s artsy, historic, walkable, and surrounded by striking mountain views. Snuggled at the base of Pikes Peak and just a 5-minute drive from Colorado Springs, it’s ideally located for visitors who appreciate a balance of exhilarating outdoor activities in a mountain environment, and the more urban pleasures of city living. You might be surprised by how much you can do within tiny Manitou Springs. There are art galleries and boutique shopping, casual and luxury dining, a coffee shop and a brewery. You might also consider experiencing: The Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, extending from Manitou Springs to the top of Pikes Peak, at an elevation of over 14,000 feet! The Manitou Springs Incline, a much-loved hiking trail with some steep spots, over 2,700 steps from the bottom to the summit offering breathtaking views Rainbow Falls, a picturesque waterfall with a concrete walkway that snakes along Fountain Creek. Cave of the Winds, a complex of caves where tours are offered. Miramont Castle, originally built as a private home in 1895, now a museum. Manitou Springs Penny Arcade, where you can enjoy skeeball, classic pinball, and other vintage arcade games. Down the road in Colorado Springs, the first neighborhood you’ll hit is the Old Colorado Springs historic district, a lively area with a rich, storied past where you’ll find dining, shopping, coffee shops, lounges and breweries, museums, shopping, and more. Downtown Colorado Springs also has a lot to offer in dining, shopping, and the arts. If you’re craving the rugged character of the Rockies, you’re already there. You’ll find quick and easy access to a variety of fresh-air experiences including hiking, biking, skiing, snowshoeing, hunting, fishing, rafting, ziplining, and more. There’s no shortage of spectacular natural scenery, and plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife. Some of the more popular outdoor attractions include: Red Rock Canyon Open Space: hiking trails, bike park (9 minutes) Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center: ancient rock formations tower 300 feet overhead (11 minutes) Bear Creek Regional Park East: hiking and biking trails, tennis courts, playground (12 minutes) Santa Fe Regional Trail: hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing; picturesque Palmer Lake (21 minutes) Isn’t it time you treated yourself to a getaway that offers a little of everything? Do it all, or do nothing at all. Either way, you’ll find yourself in the perfect space.