The Spruce Cabin — 14er Trails | Wood Stove | Pets OK | Sleeps 6

Summary:
The Spruce Cabin — updated 2-bedroom mountain cabin on a quiet 1.2-acre wooded lot in Twin Lakes, Colorado. Minutes from trailheads for Mt. Elbert, La Plata Peak, and Huron Peak. Wood-burning stove, king bed, sleeps 6.
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✔ 14er Trailheads — Elbert, La Plata, Huron Peak
✔ 1.2 Wooded Acres — Peace + Privacy
✔ Wood-Burning Stove + Firewood Provided
✔ Pet Friendly (2 Dogs, Fee Applies)
✔ King Bed + Bunk Loft — Sleeps 6
✔ Fully Appointed Kitchen

★ "perfect cabin" — Guest

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» 15min ➔ Leadville
» 30min ➔ Ski Cooper
» 50min ➔ Copper Mountain
» 1hr ➔ Vail

The Space:
The Spruce Cabin sits on a quiet 1.2-acre wooded lot in Twin Lakes, surrounded by San Isabel National Forest and minutes from some of Colorado's most iconic 14,000-foot peaks.

The cabin has been updated with new finishes while keeping its mountain character. A wood-burning stove heats the main living area efficiently — firewood is provided and stacked outside. Electric baseboard heaters supplement in bedrooms and bath.

Kitchen:
Fully appointed with everything you need to cook for the group.

Amenities:
✔ Wood-burning stove + firewood provided
✔ Satellite WiFi
✔ Smart TV — stream Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube (no cable)
✔ Complimentary linens, towels, soaps, shampoos
✔ Free outdoor parking
✔ Reliable cell service

3 PROS:
1. Location — minutes from Mt. Elbert (14,440 ft), La Plata Peak, Huron Peak, and dozens of trails
2. Privacy — 1.2-acre wooded lot, no neighbors in your sightline
3. Wood stove — efficient heat, mountain atmosphere, firewood always stocked

2 CONS:
1. No A/C — at ~9,200 ft, open windows and fans keep the cabin comfortable in summer
2. Satellite internet — reliable in clear weather; storms can cause outages (cell service works as backup)

We do utilize a weblink outside the platform that directs guests to our guidebook. You will receive an email with this link. This is the ONLY way guests can access check-in information, and facilitates the collection of fees and other special requests/upgraded services we offer.
To protect your stay, you'll choose one of two options during online check-in: a $150 refundable security deposit (a temporary card hold, released after checkout) or a small damage waiver ($7/night, max $40).

Guest Access:
Entire cabin is yours — please make yourself at home. Self check-in via keypad (code sent before arrival). Free outdoor parking on the property.

The Neighborhood:
Twin Lakes sits at the base of Independence Pass, between Leadville and Buena Vista, surrounded by the highest peaks in the Rocky Mountains. Mt. Elbert — Colorado's tallest at 14,440 ft — is a short drive from the cabin. The area is quieter and less crowded than most Colorado mountain towns.

» 15min ➔ Leadville (restaurants, shops, breweries, historic Main Street)
» 30min ➔ Buena Vista (Arkansas River rafting, Cottonwood Hot Springs, cafes)
» 30min ➔ Ski Cooper
» 50min ➔ Copper Mountain
» 50min ➔ Aspen via Independence Pass (open May–November)
» 1hr ➔ Vail

Year-round outdoor access from the cabin:
✔ Summer: hiking, mountain biking, fishing, boating, SUP, ATV
✔ Winter: Nordic skiing and snowshoeing right outside the door; downhill at Ski Cooper, Copper Mountain, or Vail
✔ 14er access: Mt. Elbert, La Plata Peak, Huron Peak, Mt. Massive — all within 30 minutes

The Colorado Trail and Continental Divide Trail pass through the Twin Lakes area. Twin Lakes itself offers fishing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding.

Getting Around:
You'll need a car — there's no public transit or reliable rideshare in Twin Lakes.

AWD/4WD is recommended year-round and essential in winter. The cabin is on a rural road. Roads and driveway are plowed, but delays happen — be prepared for snowy conditions Nov–Apr.

From Denver (DEN): ~2hr drive via I-70 W to Hwy 91 S, then Hwy 24 to Twin Lakes.
From Eagle/Vail (EGE): ~1.5hr drive.
From Aspen (ASE): 50min over Independence Pass (May–Nov only; 3+ hrs via I-70 in winter).

Once here, Leadville is 15 min north for groceries, restaurants, and supplies. Free parking at the cabin.

Other Things to Note:
License #2026-119

Please remember you're staying in a cabin, not a hotel — we'll respond to issues quickly, but there's no one on-site 24/7.

Pets: Up to 2 well-behaved dogs with prior approval ($60 + tax for one and $120 + tax for two). Pick up after your dog. Free-roaming neighborhood dogs may visit the property.

Wildlife: Bear and mountain lion country. No trash or food outside. Lock your car at night — local bears can open car doors. Supervise small dogs and children outdoors.

Altitude: ~9,200 ft. Some guests experience dizziness or nausea. Travel insurance recommended. No refunds for altitude-related issues.

No trash service — pack out to dump stations in Leadville or Buena Vista.

No open fires or smoking anywhere on the property.

Alpine septic — flush only toilet paper. No grease or food scraps down the drain.

Winter: You may need to shovel a few inches of snow off the deck to reach the front door. Shovel and de-icer provided.

Families: Stairs to loft, unprotected loft railing, and wood-burning stove are potential hazards for young children. Please supervise.

For stays longer than 15 days, a mid-stay cleaning is required and an additional fee of $150 will apply. This helps us maintain a high standard of cleanliness and ensures the home stays comfortable for the duration of your stay.

Interaction with Guests:
We're here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is entirely up to you — available or invisible, your call. Always just a message away. Response time is typically under 1 hour.