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Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks

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A patio with stone flooring, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit. - Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks (Arvada)
A red brick house with a porch, number 5618, and a small garden area. - Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks (Arvada)
Gather together at the table for a family meal or a night of board games. - Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks (Arvada)
A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bear-themed artwork on the wall. - Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks (Arvada)
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a dining table with chairs in the background. - Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks (Arvada)
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a firepit, and a garden at Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities.

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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks

  • About this space
    Welcome to The Drake House! Built in 1909, our home features original historic woodwork complemented by modern updates and furnishings that are perfect for a cozy stay. Walk out your front door and you are a short two blocks away from a variety of breweries, restaurants, shopping and light rail into Denver! Jump on I 70 and in minutes you are in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains or the famous Red Rocks Amphitheater. Coming to ski? You're only an hour and a half away! Ready to kick back after a busy day? Enjoy the swing on the front wrap around porch or the fire pit and barbecue area in the backyard.
    The space
    The Drake House is located on a quiet, residential street the heart of the Olde Town Arvada historic district and all it has to offer. Enjoy family friendly attractions, bike trails, walking paths, Frisbee golf course, parks, the local library, splash pads for the kids , put put golf, churches, and the popular Scrumptious Ice Cream shop, all within a few blocks.

    House Details:
    Drake House, boasts of the early days of Arvada history. A charming 2br 1bath historic home with well maintained landscaping and a beautiful wrap around porch. Fast Wifi speeds support your work requirements or streaming your favorite show on a 65” smart TV!

    Dining Area:
    As you enter Drake House, you will find your dining room (that will accommodate six) situated by the beautiful old fireplace, featuring the original cast iron enclosure.

    Living Room:
    The La-Z-Boy sofa and two upolstered chairs provide comfortable seating to kick back at the end of the day. A 65" inch Samsung Smart TV is provided for your enjoyment. Puzzles and games invite you to gather together around the large coffee table.

    Kitchen:
    Fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator/freezer and microwave. All the basics and more are available for a home cooked meal. We have bowls, utensils etc. for the kids too. Brew up a morning cup of coffee using the Kuerig, a classic drip coffee maker, or French press. You will also find a "furry friend cabinet" with dog bowls and basic pet accessories.

    Bathroom:
    The original vintage claw foot tub is perfect for soaking or a nice hot shower at the end of the day. Pull back the louver doors to access a full size washer and dryer for your use.

    Office Room:
    Need to get some work done? Use the office tucked away at the back of the house. You will find a small desk, wifi access, and a comfortable office chair for your use. A high end single bed is located in the office and can provide an additional sleeping option.

    Outdoor Space:
    A six foot privacy fence fully encloses the backyard and patio areas. The patio has seating for five, small tables, a fire pit and a full size bar-b-que with utensils. An additional patio table/umbrella and chairs is available too, A portable Corn Hole game and a large grassy area for kids and pets to enjoy.

    Where you'll sleep:
    Master Bedroom:
    Queen size bed with comfortable new mattress, lots of pillows and fresh white linens. Full size closet with sliding/ full mirror doors, and chest of drawers. Closet is supplied with velvet hangers. Easily access the bathroom from the Primary bedroom through the adjoining door. Turn on the ceiling fan with remote control. **A vacuum and other household items are located in the main closet.
    Second Room:
    Queen size bed with comfortable new mattress, lots of pillows and fresh white linens. Small closet and large chest of drawers. Closet is supplied with velvet hangers and a full body mirror. Use the remote control to turn on the ceiling fan or light.
    Guest access
    Guests will enjoy the entire house to themselves! You will also have access to the front yard and fully fenced backyard/patio.
    Other things to note
    Free street parking is available as well as the adjacent church parking lot except on Sundays until 2;00pm.

    For families traveling with infants or young children, please be sure to request items that you will find helpful for their needs.

    No smoking is allowed in the home including cigarettes, vaping, or marijuana. Additional fees will be applied if indications of smoking have occurred.

    We love dogs! We welcome well behaved pets as part of your family. If you are bringing a "couch potato" like ours, we ask you to use the cozy blanket on the couch, but no dogs on the beds please! We ask that your dog not be left unattended for long periods of time. Upon your departure, we ask that you clean up after your pet with the bags provided for your use. Thanks!

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About the neighborhood

Located in Olde Town Arvada, a neighborhood in Arvada, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near theme parks. Union Station and Paramount Theater are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Elitch Gardens Theme Park and Denver Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Empower Field at Mile High or Ball Arena. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Arvada travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A forested mountain stream with snow patches and autumn-colored trees.
    Clear Creek
    3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • A football stadium with a large crowd, a football field, and a scoreboard.
    Empower Field at Mile High
    13 min drive - 12.7 km
  • A blue bear sculpture in front of a modern glass building.
    Colorado Convention Center
    15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • A modern train station with a distinctive arched roof and multiple tracks.
    Union Station
    15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • A snow-covered amphitheater with a red roof, set against a backdrop of red rock formations and distant mountains.
    Red Rocks Amphitheater
    23 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Arvada Ridge Station
    5 min drive
  • Arvada Gold Strike Station
    5 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
    17 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    15 min walk
  • Texas Roadhouse
    9 min walk
  • McDonald's
    13 min walk
  • Spice Room
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks located?

This family-friendly Arvada vacation home is located in Olde Town Arvada, within 2 mi (3 km) of Clear Creek and Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities. Lutheran Medical Center is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Historic, Unique, Walkable, Rail to Denver, Red Rocks Reviews

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Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming, clean, and a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome comfy home with charming history. Hosts thought of everything. We will be back
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely stay at this clean and comfortable house. Over 90 degrees outside during the day, but their cooling system kept it very cool at night for sleeping. Owner was easy to contact and provided everything we needed for a fantastic stay. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas visit

What a beautiful historic home. Well cared for, nicely decorated and comfortable. We stayed during Christmas and Pat was kind enough to decorate for the holiday. Only a two block walk to downtown Olde Arvada, great restaurants, shops and amazing bakery.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay in Denver

This is our 3rd time visiting Denver to see our daughter. I wish we had found this listing the first time. This is hands down the best place we have ever stayed. From the location, to the yard, to the house…we enjoyed every part of this home. Pat is a very thoughtful host. She put several handy items in place to help us with our stay. We were very grateful. 1000% would recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

What a great location and thoughtful host! I had let our host know we were coming to babysit our grandkids. She had all sorts of thoughtful little touches for our kids; including personalized notes. And it is so very close to Olde Town Arvada which made for great morning walks for coffee… and evening walks for ice cream. Did I mention the lovely breeze on the front porch. Great, great, great rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historical stay in Olde Town Arvada

The house is historic, clean and immediately accessible on foot to the original township of Arvada. Even with steady snow in April, I was able to walk a few blocks to meet up with cousins for a meal. I loved the bed and slept like a baby. Full kitchen and great yard set up for hanging out and grilling in finer weather. One side of the house is adjacent to a parking lot, but given the size of the house, this was easily blocked by blinds while still enjoying the rest of the property.Since I had a family connection to the immediate area going back over a century, Pat and her husband really went above and beyond their normal role as VRBO hosts. Yes, Pat was responsive and friendly, but beyond that, I'm grateful for her real skills as an informal ambassador for the old town of Arvada. As a frequent traveller, this property was easily like a home away from home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was lovely and in a great location. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect! Pat was kind, communicative, and accommodating. She really goes above and beyond to ensure guests have a great stay. We had such a wonderful experience, and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place, perfect for the two of us and plenty of outdoor space to invite others for lunch on the back patio or lounging on the front porch. The houes is really close to a lot of eating and drinking spots in old town arvada. No complaints -- everything went great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location - amazing hosts

Highly recommended for living like a local in Old Towne Arvada. Numerous restaurants, coffee shops, bars parks within easy walking distance. Close enough to I-70 to make Red Rocks, Golden, etc an easy drive. Maybe a quarter mile walk to the light rail to access downtown or airport. Hosts were incredibly kind. Great recommendations on places to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026