Known throughout the world for our mountain views and first class ski resort, it is only natural that you prefer to live on the mountain during your Colorado vacation, and Grand Adventure Company has you covered. Offering luxury, style, comfort, and the mountain retreat you’ve always dreamed about the worst part of your vacation experience spent with us will be having to say goodbye to it all at the end of your stay. This guide to the Homes on the Mountain community that we offer will help you cross the first item off your vacation planning to do list, that of choosing your mountain Steamboat Springs accommodations!
Comfort First
We travel quite a bit ourselves, and when we are traveling, we take a closer look at our accommodations, making note of all that is good and bad about each space. We’ve learned that there are far too many vacation rentals out there that just don’t understand the importance of comfort, so of course, we have moved comfort to the top of our list. Our sofas will make you want to sink right into their plush depths, reveling in the soft materials in which they are covered, and maybe even take a nap on a lazy day. The chairs that surround the dining room tables will encourage lingering over a second cup of coffee in the morning or another game of cards at night, and even the barstools that belly up to kitchen islands or breakfast bars will be padded for your seat’s comfort. When the sun sinks behind the mountains and your eyelids seem to be falling as quickly as the sun did, our beds will provide havens of peace and serenity, leading occupants to a night filled with deep sleep and happy dreams.
Ambience Matters
The vibe or personality of our mountain retreats are as important to the success of your vacation experience, and when you step inside for the first time, we want you to feel welcomed and at home. The décor will be charming, the colors will not clash, and the views visible through windows that stretch from floor to ceiling will take your breath away, but if you don’t feel welcomed, none of that will matter. Fireplaces add a soft vibe to the living rooms and the occasional primary suite bedrooms, colorful throws tossed across the back of the comfortable couches will offer cheer as they provide an added source of warmth, as you peek into our chef quality kitchens, you will immediately recognize that the heart of the home beats here.
Modern Amenities
The décor may appear rustic ski cabin in style, but we can assure you that the modern reigns supreme in these spaces on the mountain. State of the art televisions will probably be smart ones, appliances will be name brands, and high-speed internet will ensure you can appear at virtual meetings as easily as you scroll through your favorite social media websites. Streaming music for your family barbecue or to enjoy as you soak in community or private hot tubs, checking emails, and attending classes now that summer has ended and the school year has started up again are all activities that are as important to the success of your vacation experience as the fun and good times.
Community Amenities
Our Grand Adventure Company homes are located in the best mountain communities, and whether you are staying in a private home, a townhome, or even a condo, access to community amenities will be included. This may include the occasional community pool and may include hot tub access, either community or private. Covered parking or private garages are more amenities that will enhance your vacation experience and private or community grills finish up the list. Of course, we are continually adding to our inventory of mountain homes, so who knows what next week will bring?
Comfortable Adventures on the Mountain with Grand Adventure Company
Our Grand Adventure Company mountain escapes are where your most comfortable and relaxing adventures will take place during your Steamboat Springs getaway. The best vacations begin and end with us, and as you hike along mountain trails, try your hand at fly fishing in the rivers that flow through the most gorgeous landscape you have ever seen, and devour hearty meals that help keep you fueled up for your daytime adventures, in the back of your mind you will be thinking of the quiet moments you will be enjoying in our mountain homes. Reserve your favorite retreat today!
Every season is the best season to visit Steamboat Springs, offering excitement, beauty, and when you choose our Grand Adventure Company sanctuaries, comfort and luxury. But there is one season that seems to be the most popular. That season is, of course, winter, and when snow is blanketing the landscape, and Steamboat Ski Resort opens its slopes, you too might be planning your vacation for this most wonderful time of year. With all the travelers making their way to our mountain town, however, your best bet at getting the winter Steamboat cabin rentals that will make your dreams come true is by starting your planning early, and this guide will show you the all the reasons why this is a good idea and why Grand Adventure Company is the only company you want to rent from!
Lift Tickets Can Cost Less
In a world of procrastination, the only thing that can make procrastinators stop putting things off until the last minute could be the idea of saving money, and when ski season lift tickets first become available, we can promise they cost far less than they do the closer it gets to your trip time. Ski tickets aren’t cheap in any case, and if you are a family of skiers, the amount of money you can save will grow larger, leaving you with more money to stay in Steamboat Springs longer, to spend more money shopping, or to dine out more and eat at home less. By not spending as much on the ski tickets you’ve been dreaming about since your last ski vacation ended, you can have even more fun during your Colorado adventures in our mountain town!
Rentals Cost Less as Well
If you already have everything you need for a day on the slopes, you can skip right past this section and go on to the next one. But if you are planning on renting your gear (and everything from goggles to skis can be rented), keep reading. In the grand scheme of things, ski rentals aren’t all that expensive, but you are already spending so much on flights, lift tickets, lodging, and more, every bit of money that you can save is sure to be helpful. Most of us aren’t made of money, and even though it means you need to figure out your plans a little earlier than you normally would, the end result will be beneficial to your finances and prove to the world that you are a savvy traveler.
Better Products Available for Rent
Once the ski slopes open, the world flocks to our doorstep, and because carrying skis, boots, and other gear across the country is a hectic and labor-intensive move, most people will be renting their equipment either on the mountain or from the many sporting good stores in town. The early birds, however, will get first dibs on the best equipment, and as we mentioned in the above paragraph, will get the best deals. When you want to hobnob with the big names in the business (Rossignol, Nordica, Blizzard), rent early and rent wisely, understanding that in just a few months you will be schussing down the slopes with the best of them, wearing the best equipment!
Better Chance of Being Able to Participate in Activities Other Than Skiing
Believe it or not, just because it is winter, it doesn’t mean that skiing is the only game in town. There are many other activities you may want to try, activities that may be unavailable during the time you have available, forcing you to find other things to do during your Steamboat Springs trip of a lifetime. We’ve listed a few of our favorites below.
Strawberry Park and Old Town Hot Springs
If you have never experienced hot springs before, with the proper planning you can remedy that situation this year at one of the two hot springs in the area, or both if you want an authentic Steamboat experience. Strawberry Park Hot Springs, offering a rustic and more natural experience, fills up fast and requires 4WD with snow tires/chains if you are driving there (something else that should be rented early), unless you want to take their shuttle. Old Town Hot Springs is known for offering a family-friendly adventure in downtown Steamboat, including water slides, a climbing wall, and a fitness center. And because all the available slots can be taken early, if you don’t book your two-hour time slot at Strawberry Park, it may be an adventure you will have to forego.
Ski or Snowboard Lessons
Ok, we know we said OTHER than skiing, but if this is your first time on skis, the lessons offered can be extremely helpful. But just as in everything else, if you wait too long, there are a limited number of hours in the days of ski season, which also limits the lessons available. Book early if you want to ensure your place in the class and don’t want to spend your day at a lodge, drinking spiked hot chocolate while your family is on the slopes. Of course, if you like that idea, then you can skip this paragraph too, and just remember to bring a book with you so you aren’t bored between the hours of 9AM and 4PM!
Better Choices in Lodging
Grand Adventure Company is always going to have some sort of lodging choices available, but they may not be the ones you dreamed about. Maybe you will have to rent a smaller space and have the kids double up (We can already hear the squabbles that will ensue!) or maybe you will find a rental that is large enough for your entire traveling party but with a woodburning fireplace instead of a gas one, and you have never managed the art of fire building.
Our homes are luxurious and comfortable, so there won’t be a need to sacrifice either of those qualities simply because you waited too long, but we do only have a limited number of pet friendly properties, and wouldn’t it be sad to have to leave poor Lulu at home, spending more of your vacation money simply to get someone to watch her? And if you are wondering how early is early, we can tell you that by the beginning of October, many of our more popular retreats are nearly booked out for the season, only offering a few open days here and there, so now is the time to book!
Eating at the Right Hours
Nothing is more discouraging than getting to the restaurant you’ve been dreaming about and finding that there is an hour-long wait, or even worse, no openings to be had for a few days. Winter is the peak season for Steamboat Springs, with more than half a million tourists landing on our doorstep, and every one of those tourists will want to eat at the same restaurants as you; they are popular for a reason, and that reason is the food is simply scrumptious! Planning ahead and making reservations may be the best choice you can make, offering the opportunity to eat the meals you want at the hours you want and possibly eliminating the need for salty and fatty fast food alternatives. Now, let’s make one thing clear: We are not saying that you need to make the reservation months in advance, this isn’t New York City, but you might want to check out what’s available a few weeks ahead of your arrival, simply to avoid disappointment.
More Opportunities for Comfort and Fun, Less Stress and Disappointment
This next reason may not be as tangible as the others, but it also may be the best reason as to why you should book early. Real life can be a hot mess of stress, mixed in with a smattering of disappointment, combined with a healthy dose of exhaustion, and if you can limit at least two of those things, you will enjoy your trip that much more, especially as you fill in all the blank pages of your itinerary with fun activities, comfortable adventures, and delicious meals. We will do our part, ensuring that our cozy and comfortable Steamboat Springs sanctuaries are warm and welcoming and stocked with the luxury amenities you need to relax and deserve so very much, and if you take our advice and book your activities early, make your reservations early, and who knows, maybe even pack your bags in advance, this will be the vacation of your dreams. And yes, it will still be the vacation of your dreams if you don’t take our advice, but there may be stress and disappointment included!
Choosing Grand Adventure Company for Your Winter Lodging
We realize that we haven’t spent a lot of time talking about why you should choose Grand Adventure Company; we’re assuming you already know all the reasons, but just in case, we’d like to take a few more minutes of your precious time to explain. We provide a choice in lodging, offering both condos and private vacation homes, ensuring that you will find exactly the property you need to complete the perfect vacation experience. Warm, welcoming, and loaded with luxury amenities, our spaces will become an integral part of your ski vacation experience, even if you spend a majority of your time out and about exploring all that Steamboat has to offer.
Our rentals will be your soft place to land, offering a warm embrace that will be much appreciated after a day spent frolicking in snow and cold and as you soak in the hot tubs on decks that overlook the town, watch Christmas movies on state of the art televisions with a fire crackling merrily in the fireplace, and sleep deep while dreaming happily every night of your stay, your vacation dreams will all come true.
Modern Conveniences
Cozy nights spent sipping hot chocolate as the snow falls on the mountains just outside your window will be wonderful, and snuggling deeper into the warmth of the blankets covering our beds when you decide to sleep in a little later will be fantastic, but you need more than just cozy comforts to experience an unforgettable vacation. Coffee makers or Keurigs (and sometimes both) will ensure that you stay well-caffeinated during your Colorado adventures, and wine cabinets will hold the bottles of red that you love so much.
Rubbing shoulders with the big names in the appliance world will allow you to stay home some evenings, enjoying a quiet night in, maybe watching those high-tech televisions, maybe playing in game rooms equipped with a blend of vintage (pool tables), retro (arcade games), and thoroughly modern (video game consoles). Fireplaces in primary suites will add romance and warmth to your nights. Our townhome communities may offer private hot tubs, community hot tubs, or both. Our private homes will offer hot tubs on the decks, some may have jetted tubs in the bathrooms, and some may have both!
Book Your Ski Journey to Steamboat Springs Today
Vacation life is meant to be spent spoiling yourself as often as possible, and our Grand Adventures Co ski vacation rentals are designed to do just that in more ways than you thought possible, especially when you reserve your favorite well in advance. Reserve your favorite Colorado escape today and discover all the ways a Steamboat vacation spent with us really will make your dreams come true!
We don’t always have a lot of time to play, but that’s ok, sometimes all you need is a day (and a night) to play hard and regain your inner peace, especially when that day trip takes you to Steamboat Springs and ends (or begins) with a stay in our Colorado sanctuaries. Offering a joyful and exciting retreat from real life, your 24 hours in our favorite place may even convince you to come back for a longer stay later, something we don’t mind at all. This guide to planning a day trip Steamboat Springs CO rentals will help you fill in every one of the 1440 minutes, giving you a 24-hour adventure that you will remember forever!
Sunrise Over the Mountains
This first adventure can happen at the end of your stay or at the very beginning, so we will start with the beginning, inviting our guests to check in the night before, rise early, and experience the natural phenomenon that most people won’t experience all that often in their lifetimes. For some people, rising before the sun is the only way to live, but for most of our travelers, sleep is more important. On this morning, however, we urge you to discover the peace and serenity that accompanies a sunrise over the mountains, rolling out of bed and out to the deck of your country retreat—after remembering to bundle up first! Mornings, even in the summer, can be frosty, but in spite of the cold, this is the moment that will become one of your most treasured memories. The dark sky, so inky black you can barely even make out the shadow of the mountains, morphing into dusky gray and then a kaleidoscope of fiery colors that will take your breath away before settling on azure blue and gold—this sunrise sets the stage for a day filled with adventure and wonder.
Breakfast of Champions
After that incredible sunrise, you have two options on what you can do next, but they both end up taking you to the same place. You can climb back in bed for another hour or two, ensuring that you get enough sleep, before officially starting your day of fun in Steamboat with a big breakfast at Creekside Café, 131 11th Street, for option number 1. Or since you are already awake, you can get dressed and head over to Creekside Café for a big breakfast for option number 2. See? Two options, same eventual outcome, including the part where you walk out of Creekside after the meal feeling full and ready to explore more of what Steamboat Springs has to offer! And if you are planning an extra strenuous activity, carb loading with their Wafflelaughagus breakfast (malted waffle topped with sausage gravy and cheddar jack, served with two eggs, breakfast potatoes, and your choice of meat) will make you smile as it gives you the strength you need to complete whatever adventures that are in store for you!
A Fork in the Road
For most adventures in most towns, your adventures will be the same no matter what season you are visiting, but Steamboat Springs is a mountain town, and the difference between cold-weather activities and warm-weather activities is extreme. And so, we have reached a fork in the road on your journey to Steamboat, one road taking you to long days filled with sunshine, warmth and adventures without coats, and the other taking you to short days filled with sunshine but cold temperatures that necessitate bundling up.
The Road Much Warmer
Summer in Steamboat Springs is a joyous time, offering all the sunshine and warmth you may not have expected from a summer in the mountains while still offering that touch of chill that will make you appreciate fireplaces and hot cocoa, even in July. This is when we can really enjoy playing outside, savoring the carefree days and the exciting adventures listed below.
Yampa River Festival, End of May, 1st of June
The Yampa River is the star of the summer show, offering a two-day festival that includes exciting events such as the State of the Yampa address, the Adam Mayo Memorial Fish Creek Kayak Race, and the Main Event, which includes river races, raft rodeos, a Family Fun Zone, and our favorite activity, the Crazy River Dog, in which our fur babies leap into the water and swim to their humans waiting at the D-hole! The fastest pup wins the prize, but all the pooches win the best dog award, at least in our hearts!
Steamboat Pro Rodeo, Friday and Saturday Nights, July and August
The west will be wild again when you attend the Steamboat Pro Rodeo, starting at 7:30 most nights (6:30 on the 4th of July) and offering all you would expect including bronco busting, bull riding, barrel racing, and fun kids’ events that will amaze you if your family hasn’t spent much time on horses in its lifetime. Every evening begins with a delicious barbecue, and if you are visiting on the 4th, will end with a really cool drone show! (Fireworks are forbidden in the summer months.)
Horseback Riding, Fishing, or Hiking
We started with the festivals for your summer day trip in Steamboat Springs, but what if you are visiting when there is no special event? Does that mean you won’t have anything to do? Of course, it doesn’t, and as you choose between horseback riding with Saddleback Ranch (37350 Co Rd 179), with most rides lasting between 1-3 hours, guided fishing trips with Steamboat Fly Fisher (655 Yampa Street Unit C-2), offering trips that are either half- or full-day excursions, or just decide to take an easy hike to Fish Creek Falls, maybe enjoying a picnic as you do, your summer day trip to Steamboat Springs will be one that dreams are made from!
Let’s Take the Cold Road
A day trip to Steamboat Springs in the winter is probably going to involve one very exciting activity. Of course, you are going to ski, and Steamboat Ski Resort is one of the most popular ski destinations in the country, famous for its champagne powder. Offering 23 lifts, 182 trails, and over 3700 acres of skiable terrain, the mountain is where you will spend much of your day, either skiing or snowboarding, as both are allowed here. Its longest run is called Why Not, stretching out over 3 miles, and because your time here is limited (and we hope you come back later for a much longer visit), you will probably not want to leave the mountain, but will want to enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants that sit slopeside. Hazie’s, located at the top of the gondola, is one of our favorite restaurants, and we invite you to check it out for yourself.
When Your Day Goes to the Dogs
Not everyone is into skiing, but pretty much everyone loves dogs, and the thrill seekers in our group can combine a love for adventure and adoration of fur babies with the opportunity to take a dog sled ride at Grizzle-T Dog & Sled Works, located at 1115 Co Rd 205. Offering the chance to “mush” your own dog team, which includes cuddle time and hot cocoa after the tour, the memories you make during this adventure will be soft, furry, and filled with love.
Steamboat Winter Carnival in February
Of course, we celebrate the season with a five-day winter carnival, offering everything from kids on skis to adults on snow shovels being pulled down Main Street! Also offering parent/child relays, snow sculptures, a Friday night soiree, and so many other activities and events, if you didn’t like winter before attending the festival, you’re sure to come out on the other end falling madly in love with the season. Ski Ballet, Nordic Jumping, pancake parties, and the Diamond Hitch Parade are more examples of the fun you will have during your winter day trip to Steamboat Springs during Winter Carnival.
Strawberry Park Hot Springs, 44200 Co Rd 36
Although snow, ice, and below freezing temperatures are the norm during a Steamboat winter, there are a few ways to stay warm, including one very natural one, a visit to Strawberry Park Hot Springs. 4-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive with chains or snow tires are required for this visit, (they do offer a shuttle if your rental car doesn’t come with either) but once you arrive and see the steam rising off the 101- to 106-degree mineral waters, you will forget all about the drive. Strawberry Park has built a little paradise here, utilizing stone and other natural materials that blend into the beautiful backdrop that is a Colorado landscape, and although children are allowed in the daylight hours, after dark it is adults only, offering a more romantic experience that you so richly deserve.
Ice Fishing, Snowmobile Rides, and Snowshoeing with the Family
There really is a lot to do in Steamboat Springs once the mercury drops, and whether you are sitting in a hut on the ice with the business end of your fishing line floating in the water of the hole carved out of the ice (Steamboat Ice Fishing Charters is a good place to start), touring the countryside on a snowmobile with Steamboat Snowmobile Tours, or taking a snowshoeing tour with Steamboat Lake Outpost, your winter dreams are all about to come true!
A Meal to Remember
Before you head back to the place you started your journey earlier this morning, end your time in Steamboat Springs with a meal you will never forget at Café Diva. Located at 1855 Ski Time Square Drive and offering an all-American menu filled with elevated dining options, it doesn’t matter what season you’re visiting; dinner here will be exactly what your special occasion deserves! Offering a strong wine menu and some classic cocktails that are perfect for toasting, the menus change with the season, but they only change for the better.
A Night You Will Never Forget
We sincerely hope that your day trip will include at least one night exploring the luxury and comfort of our Grand Adventure Company vacation retreats. But if a day is all you have, we would like to extend an invitation for you to return another time, when you can stay and enjoy all the wonderful amenities we offer, the peace we provide, and the joy that only comes from staying in the most comfortable and welcoming vacation accommodations. We’ve added a little more detail about what to expect from our spaces below, hoping to entice you to return!
Condos with All the Extras
Choosing a condo rental over a vacation home rental can make you worry that you might be missing out on something. But then you realize that our spaces provide access to all the community amenities (pools, hot tubs, grill areas) as well as the comfortable furnishings, high-end appliances, and stunning views offered inside, and all your fears and worries will be assuaged.
Vacation Homes for Your Larger Traveling Group
More is merrier when you choose our vacation homes for your Colorado rentals, offering private hot tubs, fully equipped kitchens, and more of those views you are soon going to crave. Our homes are designed to make families feel comfortable and at home when they are many, many miles away from their own homes, and will be an integral part of your vacation experience.
Reserve Your Favorite Escape Today
Whether it is for a day, a week, or even a month at a time, our properties will offer respite and serenity to everyone who resides within. Book your favorite property today!
Travel has changed quite a bit over the decades and not just due to advances in technology, but more because we no longer are willing to sacrifice comfort and luxury when we explore the world. We have stopped thinking that our Steamboat Springs vacation accommodations are “just a place to sleep between adventures,” and if your vacation journey is leading you to Steamboat Springs, choosing our Grand Adventure Lodging Colorado sanctuaries will be all the proof you need. Offering the comfort you crave, the space you need, and the luxuries you deserve, the difference between condo and hotel will immediately be clear, but if you aren’t yet convinced, this guide will help you see why Grand Adventure Lodging is a far better choice than a hotel.
The Space You Need
We remember the vacations we experienced as children, vacations we spent with our siblings and parents all sleeping in one room and worst of all sharing a single bathroom. Tempers would flare, arguments would happen, and sleep would be hard to accomplish. When you choose one of our Colorado escapes for your accommodations, however, even the smaller places offer the space you need, and better yet, doors to shut when tensions are high. Not having to share a single bath is especially appreciated in the mornings, as everyone has to get ready at the same time, and when night falls and you return home once again, everyone having their own spaces to retreat to (again with those doors that shut firmly) can help your family regain its peace and harmony.
All the Comforts of Home
Steamboat Springs is famed for its stunning landscape and visitors can’t help but want to spend as much time outside as they do inside, hiking, biking, and fishing in the warmer months and skiing, snowboarding, and sledding during the winter months. But when the sun sets on your day’s adventures, a hotel room won’t provide the comforts our sweet escapes will offer. The sofas in our living rooms will invite you to sink into their cushioned softness, premium beds topped with silky linens will give guests the best night’s sleep of their lives, and when you choose a sanctuary with its own private hot tub, aching muscles will be instantly soothed when you submerge yourself in their bubbling depths, something that hotels rarely offer.
More Ways to Save
Even as our condos may seem to cost more at first, let’s take a moment and explore all the ways you can save money by choosing Grand Adventure Lodging over a cramped and sterile hotel room, starting with our fully equipped kitchens. Offering modern appliances, custom cabinetry, and all the small appliances you need to ensure your beverage needs are all met, although we don’t suggest you eat every meal at home, there are many wonderful restaurants in town that we encourage you to explore but being able to dine with us at least a few times can help the savings add up.
Amenities Make All the Difference
Our vacation homes and condos are designed to be an integral part of your vacation experience, so much so that you may find yourself wanting to spend at least one day at home with us, exploring all the amenities we offer. Condos with community pools are much loved during the warmer months, and the hot tubs, either private or within the community, are appreciated every day of the year, adding healing benefits with a touch of romance as you soak with your favorite traveling partner, perhaps catching sight of a few shooting stars. The romance continues inside with many spaces offering fireplaces in the living rooms (or bedrooms of some of our luxury escapes), deep soaking tubs in en suite baths, and bedrooms so serene, tranquil, and comfortable, retreating to these spaces will make every night your favorite. Also offering barbecue grills, laundry rooms or closets with stackable units, we understand that every detail is important, and we pay attention to them all.
Experience the Luxury You Deserve on Your Steamboat Springs Vacation
Even a luxury hotel room will pale in comparison to what we offer and although each space is different, every guest will feel welcomed and treasured for the entirety of their stay. Updated fixtures in bathrooms and kitchens, state of the art televisions in the bedrooms and living rooms, and high end appliances that will bring the joy back to your cooking experiences, all the luxuries will make you wish your Colorado vacation in the beautiful mountain town of Steamboat Springs will never have to end.
Are you Convinced?
Your Steamboat Springs vacation deserves to be one you will never forget and choosing Grand Adventure Lodging will be the first and most important step. Reserve your favorite Colorado sanctuary today and discover even more reasons our spaces will make all the difference in your vacation experience. We even offer pet friendly options!