Escape to the Leadville lifestyle & breathe the freshest air there is and drink from the source of mountain waters. Go outside and get some exercise, try Ski Cooper or Copper Mountain for some snow activities or stay in and read a book, and enjoy the view!
Need a larger space? You can also book the East Wing (Gem Palace) to accommodate your group!
The Forest Fortress is in the west wing of a beautiful Victorian mansion. This listing has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a massive living room with a sleeper sofa and comfortable kitchen with walk out access to the courtyard.
We are continually updating the house so the pictures may not reflect the latest status of the home!
1 of the bedrooms is a king rooms, the other is a queen room, and a sleeper sofa! 2 bathrooms with bath tubs, one of which has a jacuzzi.
You have your own privacy indoors and a shared courtyard (including hot tub) with the group renting out the East Wing. Additionally, the owner sometimes stays in the adjoining unit, or the carriage house, which shares the courtyard space.
You have access to anything in the house! Help yourself to anything in the kitchens! Make yourself at home!
Located just 2 blocks from Main street means that most places in town can be reached by foot.
There is free street parking right in front of the house, but you can catch a bus in town to Copper Mountain and to the Frisco Transit Center.
License # 002060
This property does not have air conditioning.
There is an additional pet fee if you are bringing a pet (2 pets max) - $60 +tax for one, $120 +tax for two, please message us prior to booking if you have any questions.
Note: under no circumstances can you leave your pet(s) unattended at the property - there are doggy day care/ dog boarding options or take your pet with you! Violations of this may be met with a $100 fine or we may ask you to check-out early.
If it snows more than several inches, look for snow removal signs to make sure you don’t violate any temporary parking rules.
Staying in the mountains offers a unique and nature-immersed experience, characterized by a rustic charm. You might occasionally encounter some of the local wildlife, insects, and small critters that are part of the natural surroundings. We recommend keeping doors securely closed whenever possible. Rest assured, we’ve implemented thorough measures to ensure your stay remains undisturbed by these natural inhabitants.
Altitude sickness is real. In Leadville/ Twin Lakes, the elevation can be up to 10,000 feet. Symptoms can include dizziness and nausea, so please be mindful of this. We cannot offer refunds for guests experiencing altitude sickness. If you anticipate being affected, we recommend obtaining insurance at the time of booking.
License number: 002060, Issue date: