| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 30 positive, 0 negative]
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| 03/20/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you so much for everything! We love it here and plan to return many times. Such warm hospitality isn't found often nowadays. The massage was so awesome. If you are ever near Garden City, please call.
Scott, Judy, Joshua and Caleb Stewart
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Judy Stewart
Garden City, Kansas
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| 01/25/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thanks for everything! We enjoyed our time snow-shoeing and relaxing. The house is beautiful - we love Estes!
Laura, Craig, Matt, Angie, Shanna, Chris, Scott, Cari, Ronnie & Eric
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Laura Broniak
Denver, CO
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| 01/19/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We had a wonderful stay here for my 31st birthday. Skiing, snowshoeing and hiking in RMNP and the weather was amazing! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
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Stan & Shirley
South Dakota
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| 01/01/09 |
Positive
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| Greetings, Our family stayed in Terry's home for Christmas 2008. We have 4 daughters, ages 23, 20, 18 and 9 and there was plenty of room for all. We cooked all of our meals there. The kitchen was supplied with everything we needed. It was a cold and windy Christmas but we enjoyed staying in and playing games and watching movies. It was great to spend time together. The house was clean and ready for us when we arrived. Terry came to say Hello and welcome us - a great guy - and like someone else said, he makes you feel as if you are long time friends. We saw a herd of deer outside from the deck twice so that was quite a treat for us city folk! We would definitely stay again. Thanks Tery for the hospitality! :) |
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Ray and Gail Baker, Denver CO
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| 11/01/08 |
Positive
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| I was looking for a one night stay in Estes Park on a very short timeline. Terry called and had a nice, quiet room with gorgeous sunrise view. I was looking to hike and grab some photos in the early morning so the room, view etc were perfect. His lodge/home is very nice, warm, friendly and he is a very accomodating person as I got in late and left early. I will look him up again in the future |
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Fred, Florida
239-250-2423 |
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| 10/24/08 |
Positive
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| Since this is our 4th year to stay with Terri & Jacqui, you might say that their place is truly our "home away from home"!! T & J have been gracious hosts and now are valued friends. Their rental is even more spacious and well-appointed than the VRBO photos suggest. Already, we can't wait until next September! |
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Ron & Becky Steen, Alabaster, AL
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| 10/01/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
The old saying goes, "There's no place like home" and this is not the case here. Active at Altitude is a place BETTER than home. Terry and Jacqui Chiplin's home not only provide you with unmatched accommodations at a bargain when compared to other hotels and inns in the area, but also provide you with a one of a kind living experience. Their beautiful home not only offers you a spectacular bedroom, but also a full kitchen, dining room, living room, and an enormous deck that overlooks the mountains and meadow.
I consider Terry and Jackie not as homeowners that provided me a hospitable stay in their home while I was up there on vacation, but as good friends. People bring meaning to a place and they have certainly brought meaning to my experience in their home by providing great conversation and treating me as if I were a long time friend. Terry even offered me a personal life coaching session that has brought me great insight and encouragement in reaching my career goals.
This review and the uploaded pictures don't come anywhere close to doing this place justice. If you're up in the Colorado area in Estes Park looking for a home away from home then give Terry a call right away. I warn you that you'll never leave though.
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Tony Vu
California
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| 09/15/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thanks so much for sharing - we needed a break from all our guests and found this quiet and relaxing. Great grill!
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Leroy & Lee Ann Stephenson
Riverside, Wyoming
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| 09/07/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
You have a beautiful mountain home - we truly enjoyed our great "homely" accommodations with lots of friendly service "with a smile!" Thank you for your warm hospitality. It was fun to be here - perhaps next year for the 2009 Scottish / Irish festival.
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Tom & Barbara Buchanan
Cheyenne, WY
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| 09/02/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
After a long, hard journey(for bikers that is) we found a pleasant and enjoyable place to stay at Terry and Jacqui's mountain lodge. Rocky Mountain National Park was the "high point" of our bicycle tour from Salt Lake City to Denver, where we shall arrive soon.
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Dorothee Hoffmann & Luto Gebhardt
Germany
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| 08/11/08 |
Positive
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Seventeen were present for our family re-union held at the condo. We all stayed very comfortably; the beds being very comfortable and the kitchen well equipped for all that we needed. We ate almost all of our meals there other than a few lunches out. We thoroughly enjoyed the evenings on the deck during our four day stay. We would highly recommend the condo as a place to stay.
Sincerely, Richard Harman |
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Richard Harman, Aurora, CO
303-363-0265 |
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| 07/12/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you so much for letting us stay! You have such a great place! I can't wait to come back next year! God bless you!
I have never felt more at home away from home and the setting is perfect. Your hospitality was excellent and I so much enjoyed talking with you Terry. We will see you next year. Thanks!
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Smith Family
Rowlett, Texas
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| 07/12/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you so much for letting us stay at your lovely place. Everything was very nice and we right at home. Looking forward to our vacation next year.
Zane and Riley Anderson
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Anderson family
Seagoville - Texas
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| 03/12/08 |
Positive
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| I recently had a "girls weekend" in Estes Park. We stayed at a local, historical and well-known prestigeous hotel. We were disappointed with our room given the stature of this hotel. Next time I will convince my friends to stay at Terry's place. It is far more comfortable, quiet and intimate...perfect for family and friends to enjoy the mountains and each other's company! Terry, we will book again soon! |
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Wendy and Chris McPhillips, Aurora, CO
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| 10/22/07 |
Positive
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Dear Terry and Jacqui, Thank you so much for your hospitality. The accommodations were just wonderful and we really had a relaxing and enjoyable time. The weekend was a much needed R & R time and you helped us accomplish that. Thank you again for everything.
Sincerely,
Sandy Oreskey |
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Sandra Oreskey, Loveland, CO
970-622-8218 |
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| 09/09/07 |
Positive
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| very clean; friendly owners; convenient to town; |
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suzanne wise, Lafayette CA
925 788-9672 |
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| 09/09/07 |
Positive
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| We stayed with Terry and Jacqui for our son's wedding. These folks are truly gracious hosts, and will help you find whatever you need in EP. The lower level is great, the deck and views fabulous, and we also rented the B&B rooms upstairs for a couple nights. Our group ranged from 8-12 over several days, and they were amazing to work with. Terry is a high altitude trainer in addition. |
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Ann Smith, Danville, CA
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| 08/06/07 |
Positive
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| We rented Terry's property in connection with our daughter's wedding. It served as a quiet respite from the nearby wedding hotel. Terry was a very attentive and congenial host. I would recommend this property for anyone interested in Estes or Rocky Mtn Nat'l Park. The location 3 miles outside of downtown is ideal as it is close to town yet remote enough to offer quiet relaxation. Ideal setup for 2 couples with children. |
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Marge Cutler, Longmont, CO |
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| 08/03/07 |
Positive
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| Terry is an outstanding host with a wonderful location! The place is perfectly nestled just outside of Estes Park...only a few minutes away from downtown. Beautiful accomodations and wonderful for children. We had two couples and four young kids. The bunk bed room was perfect for us. We would certainly stay at this property again and would recommend it to anyone staying in the Estes Park/Big Thompson Canyon area. It was also just a few minutes from multiple entrances to Rocky Mountain National Park, which was also very nice. |
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Chuck Davis |
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| 07/21/07 |
Positive
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| 7/16-18/07 This is a very relaxing place to stay. The cabin is beautiful and has everything you need. The peaceful very large deck is the best part. |
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Carson /Paitz Family |
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| 07/02/07 |
Positive
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It truly was a beautiful place to stay for the week. The
scenery was outstanding! Close enough to the city, but
yet far enough away to have precious peace and quiet
at night. Highly recommond staying there when
considering Estes Park, Colorado. |
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Suzie Szymanski, Portage, Indiana |
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| 06/22/07 |
Positive
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This was a wonderful place to stay before the Estes Park marathon this year (2007)! We had a relaxing stay and a wonderful pre race meal in preparation for the hardest marathon I have ever done. Usually I don't sleep well the night before a marathon but this was an exception!!
My sister, nephew and I plan to return next year!! |
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Joanne Jackson, Edmond, Oklahoma
405-285-8246 |
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| 02/19/07 |
Positive
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| A great time to get away, enjoy the scenery and enjoy friends. The accommodations were great and we had a wonderful time! |
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Matthew, Fort Morgan, Colorado |
|
| 01/30/07 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful, quiet retreat...a beautiful house and a beautiful view, and a very gracious and hospitable host! Thank you for sharing your pretty piece of mountain tranquility! |
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Robin, Arvada, Colorado |
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| 10/27/06 |
Positive
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Wonderful accomodations and a fabulous host! The rooms are spacious and the beds are extremely comfortable. The deck with southern exposure and the gas grill are an added bonus. We brought our laptop computer and appreciated the wireless internet access...especially with two teenagers in our party!
The purpose of our trip to EP this year was to honor my mom's request to have her ashes scattered in RMNP. We will be forever grateful to Terry for his understanding and kindness. Terry, you are the best. Thanks so much!
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Kathy & Martin, Illinois
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| 10/25/06 |
Positive
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| Terry was a wonderful host, he made sure we got settled and knew where everything was. The apartment space was perfect for our family visit. Spence loved the bunk beds and my in-laws had their own large room and bathroom (as did we) and we had good privacy. The living/dining area was cozy and comfortable. The deck was great and easy access to town without being "in town". It was lovely and quiet and truly a great "get away" place. We loved all the wood inside and the beds were very comfortable. We will be back with more family! Thanks! |
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Wendy and Chris McPhillips, Denver, Colorado
303-627-8250 |
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| 10/17/06 |
Positive
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| This was a lovely place to stay with gorgeous views. The accomodations were perfect for holding a women's retreat - spacious and comfortable with plenty of room to spread out. Terry is a delightful host as well. |
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Sarabeth, Denver, CO |
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| 10/03/06 |
Positive
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| This is a wonderful place. We stayed here in the fall of 2005 and it was so nice that we returned in September 2006. The facility is clean and spacious, and the mountain views are terrific. Terry is a wonderful host, and a pleasure to deal with. Our family of 5 (4 adults and 1 baby) had plenty of space to spread out. We recommend this property to anyone, and will very likely stay there again in the future. Thanks for a great week, Terry! We all hated to leave. |
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Ron & Becky Steen, Alabaster, Alabama, USA |
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| 09/25/06 |
Positive
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| We just returned from our stay in EP at Terry's home. It truly was a home away from home. Terry is the most gracious host we have ever met. We have been coming to EP for over 30+ years and Terry's hospitality by far beats all. The property is beautiful and accomodations VERY comfortable. Loved the big rooms and comfy beds. We will be back! |
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Sharon &Russ, Omaha, NE |
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| 09/23/06 |
Positive
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We had a great stay at Active at Altitude, though I
wish we had planned for much more than one
night. Terry and Jacqui were great hosts,
welcoming us into their home, and made every
effort to make our stay fantastic (even providing
toys for our 2 year old daughter). They provided an
incredible meal the night before the race, and the
accommodations were clean, comfortable, and a
great place for a good pre-race sleep. The views
are unbeatable, the location is ideal, and the home
is comfortable. It would be a good place to spend
time to take advantage of the area for extended
training at altitude, but it is also just a nice place to
be. We will definitely return, if not with our running
club, then on our own. |
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Sam, Patrick, & Zoe Foster, Longmont, CO |
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| 09/21/06 |
Positive
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| I stayed up here the night before the Sombrero Ranch Roundup Trail Run and had a wonderful dinner and a great night of sleep. I felt rested and refreshed the next morning, and had a great run. This would be a great place to get some altitude training! |
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Steven Bethard, Boulder, CO |
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| 09/21/06 |
Positive
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| Excellent accommodations near Estes Park! My family group of 8 people stayed here in late July and loved it. A great base from which to explore the Estes - RMNP area. The rental is nice and open, and the large deck is great. |
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Dan Ranger |
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| 09/19/06 |
Positive
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| I stayed at Active at Altitude for only one night (unfortunately!) with a group of other runners from the Bolder Boulder Training Club. The place is wonderful. It is large, relaxing and comfortable with beautiful views. Terry and his wife were so friendly and accommodating; their hospitality, great food, and the comfortable night's sleep made for a great race the next morning in Estes! I would recommend Active at Altitude to athletes and non-athletes alike. Next time I hope to be able to stay longer! |
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Jenny Abernethy, Boulder, CO |
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| 09/07/06 |
Positive
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| Our family of 7 just stayed for two nights and this was an excellent location for the Estes Park area. We had more room than we really needed and the view was excellent. Just wished we could have had more time to stay longer. The bedrooms were huge. HIGHLEY RECOMMENDED! |
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Connie Weaver, Runnells IA
515-266-3953 |
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| 09/06/06 |
Positive
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| A week was not nearly long enough to enjoy the comfort of this home away from home. The pictures do not do this home justice...it truly is lovely and very comfortable. Few vacation homes can accomodate 10 people as well as this one. Terry is a gracious and helpful host...very available to answer any questions. We would recommend this home without reservation...enjoy your stay! |
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Michael, Grand Rapids, MI |
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| 08/24/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Delightful accommodation. we were very comfortable & felt at home. We have seen some of the most awesome scenery & our time here will never be forgotten. Lovely to meet you.
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Mary and Albert Bosveld
Tasmania AUS
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| 08/17/06 |
Positive
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| We stayed at Terry's rental with our family of 10 people including 5 granddaughters and we all loved the hospitality that Terry provided. The large deck overlooking the area was great and we enjoyed all the spacious and comfortable quarters. We would highly recommend this rental and plan to use it again in the future. |
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Anonymous, Omaha, NE |
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| 08/16/06 |
Positive
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| After reading previous comments from the guest book I hate to be redundant, but this place is fantastic! The pictures are good but don't do it justice. The atmosphere, the scenery, the host/hostess are all top notch! The facilities are clean and complete, we had an enjoyable stay and that was with 6 kids!!!! No kidding! Do yourself a favor and check this place out you will not be disappointed. As the gov'nor of CA would say...."We'll be back" tom, yvonne, & family. |
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Tom & Yvonne Lazure, Ft.Calhoun, NE
(402) 426-5128 |
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| 08/16/06 |
Positive
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| My wife and I stayed with our 5 grandkids (4 boys & 1 girl) at this facility. It just fit our needs since the 4 boys stayed in the room with 4 bunk beds; our girl in her own room; and my wife and I in the master bedroom. Everything was great and our host, Terry, could not have been more helpful--he even delivered to us in Denver my wife's credit cards which he found in the room after we left! |
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Bob Shaw, Springdale, AR 72762
479-361-2380 |
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| 08/15/06 |
Positive
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| Enjoyed a wonderful three days with our children and grandchildren. Your home was a great place to stay, we had a wonderful time. It far exceeded our expectations. The location of the house and the view of Long's Peak from your deck were great. Terry's help and hospitality were greatly appreciated. I highly recommend this house to anyone visiting the Estes Park (RMNP) area in Colorado. |
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Anonymous, Missouri |
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Homeowner Response:
Just to clarify - the view is actually of Twin Sisters, just across from Longs Peak - there is a hilltop just across the valley that blocks our view of Longs. It is a truly beautiful view all the same!
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| 08/11/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Loved the views! Great to enjoy a restful stay. Thanks for the gracious hospitality.
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Ortiz family
Long Beach CA
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| 08/05/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Graciously met and assisted with all our needs. Accommodation excellent and very relaxed. Thank you and God's richest blessing.
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Sheila Smith and 6 ladies from NI
Northern Ireland
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| 07/30/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Wonderful time - everything was so comfortable and homely we hate to leave! Beautiful views, comfy beds, gracious hosts, what more do we need! Thanks for the genuine hospitality. The views are totally awesome. Good luck in your business venture.
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Ranger family
Aurora CO
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| 07/24/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Terry - your place is fantastic - we had a marvellous and comfortable time. Your hospitality was perfect.
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Suki & Peter Carter
CA
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| 07/17/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We enjoyed it very much. Thank you for letting us live in your basement. Had a great time - love the hummingbirds!
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Huntingtons & Hortons
Co Springs CO
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| 07/10/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Terry - thanks for the great place to stay and for being so inviting!
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Stuart Flournoy & family
Canton GA
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| 07/06/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Great place - very cozy - fun family time together.
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Tom Muller & family
Manhattan KS
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| 07/02/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We had a great time - great views - beautiful deck - thank you!
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Patti Kyne & family
Franktown CO
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| 06/28/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Many thanks for your warm hospitality & good conversation! Beautiful place and surroundings - hope to see you again!
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Scott & Jenny Ferrell
Tucson AZ
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| 06/11/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We really enjoyed our time here. It was so relaxing and a beautiful house and view. We enjoyed meeting you - hope to see you again.
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Cathy, Andy & Nicholas Raczynski
Greenville SC
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| 06/11/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Wonderful! Relaxing & quiet! Our bed was so comfortable!!
After 2 weeks of vacation, thank you for helping our last leg of the trip be so enjoyable. You were a delight to meet.
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Kim, Adam & Ben Geer
Greenville SC
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| 05/17/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you for sharing this wonderful part of the world with us. Wish you all the best in your future venture.
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Rod Drew & family
Australia
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