| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 1 positive, 0 negative]
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| 07/31/09 |
Positive
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Grandma’s House is the near perfect house rental
for families. We used the house as a “base camp”
for our kids, their kids and extended family who,
like us, traveled to Durango to attend our
daughter’s wedding. Its chief qualities include:
* Location: The House is one only short block
from 18th and Main, an easy walk to downtown and
an even shorter walk to the Animas River and
adjacent bike bath. Our kids and their kids tubed
almost daily from 32d Street to 18th Street. A small
park across the street is ideal for little ones.
* Generously Equipped. From a waffle iron to a
baby stroller to games and toys for the little ones.
The shed included grills, tubes and bikes.
* Great Backyard. The adults lived in the
backyard to enjoy the shade and the cool summer
breeze. We hosted a dinner party for 50-55
people, demonstrating the ample size of the yard.
* Character. The pictures and furniture confirm
this is truly a grandma’s house, and the upstairs
bathroom is a classic. The house reminded me of
my grandma’s house where my siblings, cousins
and I played as kids.
The kitchen is small (as is typical of houses of this
period), there is no dishwasher, and our bed was
softer than we prefer. But these points posed no
real problems and did not affect the extremely
good time had by all over the week.
Grandma’s House certainly must be the best rental
for families in the Durango area. There was
consensus among our family that on a scale of 10,
we would rate Grandma’s House as a 9.5.
Jeff Bork
Summit County, Colorado
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| 12/23/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Had the most perfectly wonderful Christmas, with 20 or so cousins. We shopped in town, went on a sleigh ride, dinner in Pagosa Springs. We spent alot of quality ttime in and around Grandma's House and fabulous Durango. We enjoyed the wonderful homey atmosphere to come home to after shopping with "the girls". "All in all, the house was perfect for what we needed and all that we were expecting and a WHOLE lot more!"
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Youngstrom Family
Las Vegas
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| 08/10/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for a family vacation. We went to Mesa Verde, rode the train, enjoyed the La Plata County Fair, rafted down the Animas River, toured an art show downtown and enjoyed Durango, and especially Grandma's House. We talked, visited and enjoyed each other. "The house is marvelously we-provisioned. Everything we needed, we found. And the decor is charming. Loved all the flower arrangements and pictures"
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Fanning Family
Colorado
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| 07/23/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for reunion of brothers and sisters. We went to Silverton, shopped, fished went to the mountains, read and rested.
We would come again!
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Jacobs and Families
Kansas and Texas
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| 07/13/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for Uncle Bob's 70th birthday, family reunion and vacation. We visited with family, went innertubing down the river, took walks downtown, went to the park. Took thr trainride to Silverton. We got to know our relatives better. Went to the fair. Kids had a great time exploying "Grandma's House". By day 2, Owen(5), was wishing this was his housem and as we pack, he is crying because he doesn't want to go home!
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Binkes Family
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 07/02/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for a family reunion and a wedding. We met up with other family members coming from Tulsa, Grand Junction, CO, and Pagosa Springs. We talked, played dominos, attended the wedding. Just being together was special. "We enjoyed our visit in your Grandmother's home."
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Layman Family
Broken Arrow, OK
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| 06/17/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came for pleasure, vacation, 60th high school reunion. The weather was perfect, 80*, breezy and sunny. We shopped, went horseback riding, rafting, took the train, took walks, went to Mesa Verde and 4 Corners. Had fun visiting with old classmates, at meals at home,went to Silverton and at at the Brown Bear Cafe
"We love Durango and truly enjoyed our stay at Grandma's House. Thanks for everything!" "Everything was wonderful. We love the house. It was perfect. You thought of everything. Thanks!"
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Powells and family
Baton Rouge, LA
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| 05/29/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for the Iron Horse Race. (Bicycles racing the train to Silverton)
One of the family rode in the race, and placed 10th in his age category!
Thank you for another wonderful Memorial Day weekend. We always love our time in Durango, especially since discovering Grandma's House. We always feel so at home here, it's a great location and a charming place. Thank you for sharing it with us!
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Vogt Family
Denver, CO
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| 04/26/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for daughter graduating from college. We went to Narrow Gauge Days, the girls loved the trains, and we watched our daughter graduate from Fort Lewis College. We are at The Palace, and The Ore House, and just enjoyed walking around this beautiful area.
We love this place. It has given us so many memories. We'll be back to try the Iron Horse Race!
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Bower Family
Williamsport, PA
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| 12/18/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came for daughter graduating from Fort Lewis College. We did all of our cooking and dining here at the house, mainly because it was easier with a 1 1/2 and 3 yr old. Honeyville was fun, enjoyed the community rec center, Maria's Bookstore, took the 2 grandchildren to "The Polar Express". Enjoyed walking in and seeing wolderful old home that would be our special place for four days. The pix on the website and brochures don't do it justice. Oh, if these walls could talk!
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Bohaty Family
Missouri & Kansas
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| 09/11/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came to visit Durango, and a reunion of friends! We enjoyed appetizers on the patio, reunions with old friends, walks by the river. Toured Ft Lewis College, the new bldgs, etc. thank you!
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Wentworth Family
Denver, Sioux City, Iowa
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| 08/07/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Grandma's House is awesome. It has everything. Loved having the church right next door! We had fun making dinner every night. The kids did a good job and we had interesting menues. Also had fun putting a puzzle together. Thanks for letting us enjoy! Hugs!
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Brummer Family
Illinois and Brazil
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| 07/24/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came to celebrate our "Grandma's" 80th bday! We had family gatherings and conversation in the upstairs bath.Great place to sit, hang out, talk and wait your turn!This was a great setting to celebrate Mom's 80th. Grandma's House gave us the comforts of home....We'll be back!
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Keith and Linda B
Chaska, MN
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| 07/20/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came for daughters wedding at St.Columba's across the street. Getting ready at "Grandma's House" and watching the guests arrive was perfect. The pix of our daughter and the bridal party getting ready in this beautiful house will be looked at and enjoyed for years. The location was ideal. The bride walked out the front door and across the st. to enter the church. Everything we needed was here. From coffee and tea, to duct tape to repair sandles.We go to RI, Montreal, Italy, no house has ever come close to the warmth and comfort we felt staying here. We will return!
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More Kelleys
Somers, NY
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| 07/19/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for my sister's wedding. The weather was beautiful. We watched my beautiful sister Vanessa get married at the church across the street, so Grandma's House was the perfect location. We enjoyed mountain biking, rafting, eating out, and shopping. Thank you for making Grandma's House feel like home.
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Kelley Family
Pawling, NY
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| 06/15/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came for a family reunion.Grandma's House in a cozy delight. I got a lump in my throat when I walked in. My dear friend said "No matter what we needed, we just put our hand out and it was there" We have great memories of family suppers, cooking out on 2 glorious evenings, walking along the river, going across to St. Columba's together, playing at the park. Our thanks for a wonderful place!
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Welch family and friends
Arlington,VA& Mtn View, CA
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| 04/09/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came to visit daughter and grand-daughter at college.We had a wonderful time here. Durango is a beautiful town. We loved staying at "Grandma's House". It was so warm and inviting from the time we walked in the door, we knew this was home for the week. You have both done such a wonderful job to make our stay comfortable. Thank you for letting us stay and we'll be back next year for Brittany's graduation!
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Bower Family
Williamsport, PA
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| 12/27/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came to spend Christmas together. The house was decorated for Christmas and we set the table and lit candles for every dinner. We walked across the street for Christmas Mass. When we rented the home, we knew it was special. We couldn't really tell the rest of the family, and as others have said, pictures don't do it justice! We felt so at home. We'll be back, we've promised one another! Gracias!
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Carlucci's
Albuquerque, NM
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| 10/11/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Friends and family met for a surprise party for Pat on her 80th bday. There was wonderful food, flowers, music and conversation. Took drives to see the leaves change, took the baby over to the park to swing. Having such a delightful place to stay was a real treat.
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Penny and Shannon
Bartlesville,OK, Frisco, TX
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| 09/19/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We really enjoyed your Grandma's home. It was very comfortable with lots of room for everyone to enjoy. With a real warm comfortable home feeling charm! Thank you
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Angel
Paonia, CO
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| 09/17/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
This is a beautiful home, Very enjoyable. Thank you for sharing it with us.
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Nita
Grand Junction, CO
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| 09/06/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came for 4 Corners Motorcycle Rally.When we arrived at Grandma's House after a long mc ride, we were so please to arrive to sch a welcoming, clean home. We sincerely feel priviledged to be able to stay in this wonderful home. Thank you for being so accomodating and so nuce to us! "Grandma" would be so proud of you!
Enjoyed hangin at Grandma's, BBQs and home cooked meals. Love the big yard and green grass.
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Colleen
Prescott, AZ
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| 08/15/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose- Family get-together
Weather- Wonderful! 80 daytime, 60* nights
What we did- Tubing on the river, hiking, eating lots, played games, time flew!
Places to recommend- Old Tymers Restaurant
Favorite moments- Walking the baby every morning along the river, tubing, Alpine Slide. The house was perfect for us. We slept comfortably and we could each find private space if needed. We had candlelight dinners in the yard. The house is beautiful. I'm so glad I found this on the internet. Thanks for helping find Heather the photographer, and for being so helpful during all the planning- Anita
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Sage Family
CA,TN,NM,KY
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| 08/04/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose- Visit with family
Weather- About 85 during the day, perfect.
What we did- Silverton train, Alpine Slide, relaxed, train museum.
Places we'd recommend- Walk downtown, Handlebar Cyclery, Restaurant, Durango Diner, for mexican food, Francisco's!
Highlights- Spending time with a sister that I never knew I had, Just reunited with her for the 2nd time. It was great! Also meeting a niece and grand-niece for the 1st time. If you are reading this, you will enjoy one of the gorgeous "homes" to stay in. This is a very nostalgic, warm place to stay. I would highly recommend this place to everyone.Marlada
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Judy's new family
Surprise, AZ
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| 07/04/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose- Family reunion
The weather- Perfect
What we did- Raft trip, train, Brickhouse Cafe, Mesa Verde.
Mostly ate and reunited with family! Thanks so much Laurie and Joni for helping us bring our family together in such a wonderful way! Everything was perfect and clean and beautiful!
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Griffin Family
Denver and Oklahoma
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| 06/07/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose of trip- Here for a wedding
Weather- Hot during the day, cool at night
What we did- Lots of walking with our small children, hot springs, and just hanging out at Grandma's House. We had some local friends come over to BBQ.
People I met- Laurie and Jone and saw lots of old friends.
Places we'd recommend- Trimble Hot Springs, tons of great dining. Love Carvers for breakfast and brews.
Highlights- The wedding at Blue Lake Ranch was beautiful-what a setting and great view of La Platas. We had a wonderful time here. Very comfortable, pleasant and well done planning for our needs as guests. The house is great- plenty of room for all and just relaxing! Thanks Laurie and Joni! We will be back again!
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Armstrongs
Boulder, CO
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| 06/07/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose of trip- Vacation
Weather- Sunny, very warm (65-85)
What we did- Durango/Silverton Train, Trimble Hot Springs, walked into town and along the river.
Places we'd recommend- Carvers restaurant for breakfast, Train ride, Trimble Hot Springs.
Favorite moments- Enjoying beautiful Durango, sitting on the front porch of Grandma's House. Great place to stay. Enjoyed being in Durango.
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Layman/ Jorgensen
Denver, CO
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| 05/13/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Reason for trip- Family birthday
Weather- Cool at beginning, Saturday was 80ish and beautiful
What we did- Birthday party in backyard. Alot of local friends and students. Perfect BBQ ever! Fly fished in the river and Vallacito Lake, rafted the river (very high this year!) Cooked alot!
People I met- Joni and Laurie of course, really enjoy the priest at Catholic Church across the street.
Places I would recommend- Everywhere!
Famovit moments- Having all the family father around the dining table or outside, laughing and making memories. This house was soo comfortable, relaxing and easy to keep picked up. Hope it might be available next May for Jessi's graduation from FLC. This college is our Colo "Harvard", a great school! Thanks for having us. The Martinez Clan, and Westworth's.
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Martinez Family
Castle Rock, CO
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| 01/02/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose of trip- the visit family
Weather was SNOWY
What we did- Ate, played, ate some more! Lots of visiting with family!
Places I would recommend- Randy's, Seasons, Ariano's
Thank you so much for the Christmas tree! We really enjoyed staying here over the holidays. It was so nice having a home away from home. We especially enjoyed the antiques and the neat design of the house. I'm not sure when the whole family will be here again, but we will definitely ask if Grandma's House is available! My nieces particularly enjoyed staying in the room with the dollhouse. It made it very special for them..Thank you! Good Luck!
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Stengel Family
CA, FLA, NC
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| 12/28/03 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose- To see if the spirit of Christmas could be found in the company of two who had not felt it in twelve years.
Weather- 30-50* with intermittant snow
What we did- Caught up on reading (business and pleasure). Combined Grandma's cookware with my (RuthAnn's) Oklahome recipes-gained 5 pounds! Met some soul-friends (Joni, Laurie and Family), discovered Christmas lived in the mere company of two, especially when the "two" shared the house with the sweet old spirits whose presence marks its halls.
Places I would recommend- Joni's Christmas Brunch!
Special Highlights- From 6:00 PM 12/21/03 to 9:30 AM on 12/28/03.
For the guests who read this- Please treat this place with the care is has always known.
Special Highlights- from 6:00 pm on 12/21/03 to 9:30 AM on
December 28.
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Jeff and Ruth Ann
Denver, CO
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| 10/09/03 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Purpose of the trip- Wedding
The weather/ temp- Perfect! Rain on Friday night to fill the rain barrel!
What we did- At alot, built the Denver puzzle, played games, listened to music, walked the town, showed the baby her first steam train, went to a wedding and had a great time!
Highlights/ Being with family!
We fell in love with Grandma's House! We felt right at home with all the antiques and nice touches. This will be a place where we will bring our family back manay times! Thanks Laurie and Jone for keeping this house in your family we we could enjoy it! The Sagrillos 10/12/03
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Sagrillo Family
Erie and Brighton, CO
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| 09/26/03 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Came to see the fall leaves, and just get away. Weather was awesome, about 75-85. We rode the Durango-Silverton train, wow! Did Helicopter ride,too, met lots of nice people. We ate breakfast at the Brickhouse Cafe just down around the corner. Awesome! Had a great time and can't wait to visit again!
We loved our stay here at "Grandma's House"!
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Martin and Cathy
Larkspur, CO
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