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The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Romantic. 2nd Floor West

Manitou Springs, Colorado, 80829
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Despite Vrbo reporting scores of properties in Manitou Springs, this property is one of only about 40 vacation rentals actually in Manitou Springs. About to enter its tenth year, this property has hosted almost 5,000 guests and garnered almost 1,000 5-star reviews. See hundreds of these reviews at A****B.COM This property consists of three individual luxury apartments. On the first floor, a two-bedroom/two-bath unit sleeps up to five. On the second floor, there are two one-bedroom/one-bath units that each sleep up to three. There are separate listings for each of the three rental units. This listing contains pictures and pricing for the 2nd Floor West one-bedroom/one-bath apartment. Email us for help in renting one, two, or all three units, paying for only what you need to accommodate up to 11. Information for renting all three units is at Vrbo listing 1194615. Information for renting the 1st Floor two-bedroom/two-bath unit is at Vrbo listing 696207. The 2nd Floor East one-bedroom/one-bath unit is at Vrbo listing 1074904. Email us about combining units for your group, or for help in deciding what you need. This historic, award-winning property sits across from a park with Fountain creek bubbling through it, just one block from downtown Manitou Springs. Originally the carriage house of Jerome Wheeler, one of the town’s greatest benefactors, this building has been lovingly renovated with beautiful detail. Each of the three apartments is a fully-independent living space with its own digitally-secure, steel-clad entries. All are built to commercial building code with all-new electrical, plumbing and heating systems. Safety features include a one-hour fire separation between all units, smoke and CO detectors, and fire extinguishers. All are individually insulated for comfort and quiet. These apartments feature well-equipped kitchens with granite countertops, dishwasher, full laundry, Roku-equipped HD televisions, original artwork, king-size beds with memory foam-topped mattresses, jetted bathtubs, air conditioning, a deck or patio, free parking, and wifi. Every room is topped with crown molding (even the bathrooms) and textured in soft pastels. The living areas are finished with oak floors and wool rugs, while the kitchens and baths are fitted with porcelain tile. The bedrooms are topped with panned ceilings and floored with thick, sumptuous carpet. The 2nd Floor West unit, priced in this listing, accommodates up to three guests. The bedroom features a king-size four-poster canopy bed, panned ceiling, and walk-in closet. The full bathroom is complete with jetted tub. This unit offers air conditioning and full laundry. The fully-equipped kitchen is finished with granite countertops and breakfast bar. The living room is equipped with a 55" 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and a dual-reclining leather sofa. There is a 19" air bed available for an additional guest. The French doors open to a beautiful deck with gorgeous views of the foothills. Enjoy breakfast or dinner in the beautiful outdoors. This unit is described in full detail at Vrbo listing 1074905. The 2nd Floor East unit also offers accommodations for up to three guests. The bedroom is finished with a panned ceiling, a California king bed, a walk-in closet and a 40” HDTV. The full bathroom is complete with jetted tub. The full kitchen comes complete with granite countertops and breakfast bar, cooktop oven. and all the modern amenities. The unit is equipped with air conditioning and full-size laundry. A 19" queen air bed accommodates two additional guests. The living room is complete with a 55” 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and French doors opening to an alluring deck with beautiful views of Pikes Peak's foothills. This unit is described in full detail at Vrbo listing 1074904. The 1st Floor apartment is a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath unit. The master bedroom offers a four-poster king bed, 39" HDTV, and full en suite bathroom with jetted tub. The beautiful rose and cream colors of the bedroom complement the cherry wood furnishings. The guest bedroom includes a four-poster queen bed and gorgeous armoire and is finished in shades of cream and blue. The living room sports a 55" 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and a beautiful leather sectional. A full kitchen, oak dining room, laundry, air conditioning, and full guest bathroom make this unit complete. Open the French doors to your large flagstone patio, equipped with a gas grill and dining table under the shade of a gazebo. This rental comfortably sleeps up to five guests with use of the queen size 19" air thick bed. Historical These vacation rental apartments are in Jerome Wheeler’s carriage house built in 1888. A second cousin of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Jerome Byron Wheeler served during the Civil War, surviving to marry Harriet Macy Valentine (whose family founded Macy’s department store) in 1870. By 1879 he had become the president and a major shareholder of R. H. Macy and Company after the deaths of both its male heirs. In 1882, Wheeler and his wife visited Colorado, seeking relief for Harriet’s severe bronchitis. They visited Manitou Springs, as it was famous for its mineral waters. In 1883, they built a summer home here, naming it ‘Windemere.’ This sat where the Post Office is currently located. Soon, Wheeler began hearing reports of silver strikes in Aspen, and he purchased interests in promising mines. Although his time at New York City's most prosperous department store produced years of record sales and profits, Jerome Wheeler’s ambitions were shifting toward Colorado. Wheeler left his position and sold his shares in Macy’s in 1888. Wheeler became involved in numerous mining ventures in Leadville and Aspen. He organized the Aspen Smelting Company, and built a mountain tramway to bring ore down the mountain to the smelter. He was president of the Croseus Gold Mining and Milling Company, as well as the Rock Hill Consolidated Gold and Silver Mining Company in Leadville. He was a partner in a marble quarry, and was president of the Grand River Coal and Coke Company. Before long, he was phenomenally wealthy. He built two of downtown Aspen's landmarks; the Wheeler Opera House and the Hotel Jerome, putting nearly one million dollars in each. These are both thriving today. He built the first bank in Aspen, as well as a large residence, but never lived in the home. Known as the Wheeler-Stallard House, it currently serves as home to the Aspen Historical Society. All told, he invested nearly $6 million into developing Aspen, and is remembered fondly as an icon there as a result. Jerome Wheeler became a director of the Colorado Midland Railroad when it was organized in 1885, and brought rail connections to both Aspen and Manitou Springs. He and Colorado Springs railroad tycoon James John Hagerman invested over $100,000 in the extension of the Colorado Midland Railroad to the western slope, the first standard gauge railroad to cross the Continental Divide. Some of the rail beds and tunnels for this railroad can still be seen in various places around town and along US-24 west of Manitou Springs. He started the Manitou Mineral Water Company, which was very popular back east and was even served at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City. He invested in the Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, a cog railway that still transports passengers to the top of Pikes Peak. As he had in Aspen, Wheeler also built the first bank in Manitou Springs, the Wheeler Bank. This yellow brick building sits at the east end of downtown. Downtown sits a triangle of land with the clock donated by Wheeler to the town. His wife had been intrigued by a similar clock in Italy, so he spent $3600 to provide one for Manitou Springs. In 1892, Wheeler became embroiled in the first of a series of lengthy and costly lawsuits over one of his silver mines. The combination of the judgments and the Panic of 1893, resulting in the crash of the value of silver, cost Jerome Wheeler nearly his entire fortune. Wheeler's mining company laid off all its employees. His banks failed and closed for two years, but Wheeler paid his depositors every dollar and they lost nothing. Manitou Springs continued to benefit from Wheeler’s largess, even after his fortunes had dwindled. He contributed $50,000 toward the construction of Manitou Avenue and outfitted a volunteer fire company. In 1913, after a devastating flood, he gave $10,000 to the city for emergency repairs. Jerome Wheeler spent most of his remaining years at Windemere until his death on December 1, 1918. New York. Aspen. Manitou Springs. Jerome Wheeler was successful wherever he went, and he and Harriet certainly could have lived wherever they desired. But ultimately, they chose Manitou Springs as their home. Come to Manitou Springs and see what they discovered. This is a great place to be. History of Windemere Jerome Wheeler’s Windemere estate in Manitou Springs included an elaborate conservatory, this carriage house, billiard rooms and two bowling alleys. Roses for the Cliff House Hotel were grown in the conservatory and placed on guest's pillows each night. After the death of the Wheelers (Harriet died in 1916), the estate was sold off, and the Wheeler residence was demolished for a hotel. The post office was built on the site in 1940. The carriage house was divided into seven apartments about 100 years ago. The building fell vacant in the 1980's. We purchased the building in 1993 with the intention of developing it into a bed and breakfast. Ultimately, due to the constraints of time, money, full-time jobs, and kids to raise, the bed and breakfast was never realized. As they say, "Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans." Come see wh
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Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Colorado Springs Airport
(28.9 km)
Landmarks: Wheeler Spring
(140m)
Landmarks: Cheyenne Spring
(170m)
Landmarks: Manitou Springs Penny Arcade
(200m)
Landmarks: Twin Spring
(240m)
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1 queen bed and 1 king bed
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M‍a‍t‍t‍h‍e‍w‍ ‍S‍.
July 13, 2025
Excellent location Property is in an excellent location right on the Manitou Springs tourist area. Clean and fuctional like being at home only better. 2nd time there. Love it.
M‍a‍r‍g‍a‍r‍e‍t‍ ‍B‍.
June 29, 2025
Beautiful house and location My third time staying at the Carriage House. Soda Springs Park is right in front of the house and Manitou Springs shops and restaurants--and Miramont Castle--are in walking distance right down the street. Other area attractions are a short drive away.The Carriage House is absolutely beautiful and comfortable, and I can't wait for my next stay!
M‍i‍c‍h‍a‍e‍l‍ ‍H‍.
June 17, 2025
Tasteful, well appointed unit in the heart of Manitou Springs historic district. Easy access to everything downtown. Great stay at a great place and the wine was a sweet touch
L‍i‍s‍s‍a‍ ‍S‍.
May 19, 2025
Manitou stay It was great! Lovely place and very thoughtful and generous welcome.
M‍a‍r‍y‍ ‍A‍n‍n‍ ‍C‍.
May 13, 2025
Sweet Stay As described, nestled in the heart of Manitou Springs. Easy access to Garden of the Gods and Red Rocks Canyon. Quiet. Clean. Well organized.
M‍a‍g‍g‍i‍e‍ ‍D‍.
April 22, 2025
Spring in Manitou Springs Great location! This property had everything we needed without being cluttered with a bunch of stuff we don't need (like prior renter's groceries). The bed is super comfortable! We appreciated the off-street parking, but the long, steep driveway and small parking area makes it very difficult to maneuver. The host warned us that we should move our car before the incoming storm, as ice and snow could make it impossible to get the car out. That was much appreciated.
K‍a‍t‍h‍e‍r‍i‍n‍e‍ ‍N‍.
April 17, 2025
Great place in Manitou Springs We only had 1 night there, but the apartments were well furnished, clean and the location was good. The bottle of wine the hosts gave us was a very nice touch!Our GPS did not take us to the parking area in the back of the house per the instructions though, and we had to explore a bit to get there, but we finally found it. Would certainly recommend this place to others.
L‍a‍u‍r‍a‍ ‍W‍.
May 5, 2025
Sister trip Wonderful location. Beautiful light and view out front window. The host was very quick to respond when we had a questions. Would stay here again.
J‍o‍a‍n‍ ‍M‍.
October 10, 2022
Great Location It was a well maintained property that was convenient to downtown Manitou Springs.

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Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child Policies
Children aged 3 and above are welcome at this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

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Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 28 years old

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Tim and Kris Monroe
Speaks: English

About this property

Despite Vrbo reporting scores of properties in Manitou Springs, this property is one of only about 40 vacation rentals actually in Manitou Springs. About to enter its tenth year, this property has hosted almost 5,000 guests and garnered almost 1,000 5-star reviews. See hundreds of these reviews at A****B.COM This property consists of three individual luxury apartments. On the first floor, a two-bedroom/two-bath unit sleeps up to five. On the second floor, there are two one-bedroom/one-bath units that each sleep up to three. There are separate listings for each of the three rental units. This listing contains pictures and pricing for the 2nd Floor West one-bedroom/one-bath apartment. Email us for help in renting one, two, or all three units, paying for only what you need to accommodate up to 11. Information for renting all three units is at Vrbo listing 1194615. Information for renting the 1st Floor two-bedroom/two-bath unit is at Vrbo listing 696207. The 2nd Floor East one-bedroom/one-bath unit is at Vrbo listing 1074904. Email us about combining units for your group, or for help in deciding what you need. This historic, award-winning property sits across from a park with Fountain creek bubbling through it, just one block from downtown Manitou Springs. Originally the carriage house of Jerome Wheeler, one of the town’s greatest benefactors, this building has been lovingly renovated with beautiful detail. Each of the three apartments is a fully-independent living space with its own digitally-secure, steel-clad entries. All are built to commercial building code with all-new electrical, plumbing and heating systems. Safety features include a one-hour fire separation between all units, smoke and CO detectors, and fire extinguishers. All are individually insulated for comfort and quiet. These apartments feature well-equipped kitchens with granite countertops, dishwasher, full laundry, Roku-equipped HD televisions, original artwork, king-size beds with memory foam-topped mattresses, jetted bathtubs, air conditioning, a deck or patio, free parking, and wifi. Every room is topped with crown molding (even the bathrooms) and textured in soft pastels. The living areas are finished with oak floors and wool rugs, while the kitchens and baths are fitted with porcelain tile. The bedrooms are topped with panned ceilings and floored with thick, sumptuous carpet. The 2nd Floor West unit, priced in this listing, accommodates up to three guests. The bedroom features a king-size four-poster canopy bed, panned ceiling, and walk-in closet. The full bathroom is complete with jetted tub. This unit offers air conditioning and full laundry. The fully-equipped kitchen is finished with granite countertops and breakfast bar. The living room is equipped with a 55" 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and a dual-reclining leather sofa. There is a 19" air bed available for an additional guest. The French doors open to a beautiful deck with gorgeous views of the foothills. Enjoy breakfast or dinner in the beautiful outdoors. This unit is described in full detail at Vrbo listing 1074905. The 2nd Floor East unit also offers accommodations for up to three guests. The bedroom is finished with a panned ceiling, a California king bed, a walk-in closet and a 40” HDTV. The full bathroom is complete with jetted tub. The full kitchen comes complete with granite countertops and breakfast bar, cooktop oven. and all the modern amenities. The unit is equipped with air conditioning and full-size laundry. A 19" queen air bed accommodates two additional guests. The living room is complete with a 55” 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and French doors opening to an alluring deck with beautiful views of Pikes Peak's foothills. This unit is described in full detail at Vrbo listing 1074904. The 1st Floor apartment is a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath unit. The master bedroom offers a four-poster king bed, 39" HDTV, and full en suite bathroom with jetted tub. The beautiful rose and cream colors of the bedroom complement the cherry wood furnishings. The guest bedroom includes a four-poster queen bed and gorgeous armoire and is finished in shades of cream and blue. The living room sports a 55" 4K UHDTV with built-in Roku and a beautiful leather sectional. A full kitchen, oak dining room, laundry, air conditioning, and full guest bathroom make this unit complete. Open the French doors to your large flagstone patio, equipped with a gas grill and dining table under the shade of a gazebo. This rental comfortably sleeps up to five guests with use of the queen size 19" air thick bed. Historical These vacation rental apartments are in Jerome Wheeler’s carriage house built in 1888. A second cousin of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Jerome Byron Wheeler served during the Civil War, surviving to marry Harriet Macy Valentine (whose family founded Macy’s department store) in 1870. By 1879 he had become the president and a major shareholder of R. H. Macy and Company after the deaths of both its male heirs. In 1882, Wheeler and his wife visited Colorado, seeking relief for Harriet’s severe bronchitis. They visited Manitou Springs, as it was famous for its mineral waters. In 1883, they built a summer home here, naming it ‘Windemere.’ This sat where the Post Office is currently located. Soon, Wheeler began hearing reports of silver strikes in Aspen, and he purchased interests in promising mines. Although his time at New York City's most prosperous department store produced years of record sales and profits, Jerome Wheeler’s ambitions were shifting toward Colorado. Wheeler left his position and sold his shares in Macy’s in 1888. Wheeler became involved in numerous mining ventures in Leadville and Aspen. He organized the Aspen Smelting Company, and built a mountain tramway to bring ore down the mountain to the smelter. He was president of the Croseus Gold Mining and Milling Company, as well as the Rock Hill Consolidated Gold and Silver Mining Company in Leadville. He was a partner in a marble quarry, and was president of the Grand River Coal and Coke Company. Before long, he was phenomenally wealthy. He built two of downtown Aspen's landmarks; the Wheeler Opera House and the Hotel Jerome, putting nearly one million dollars in each. These are both thriving today. He built the first bank in Aspen, as well as a large residence, but never lived in the home. Known as the Wheeler-Stallard House, it currently serves as home to the Aspen Historical Society. All told, he invested nearly $6 million into developing Aspen, and is remembered fondly as an icon there as a result. Jerome Wheeler became a director of the Colorado Midland Railroad when it was organized in 1885, and brought rail connections to both Aspen and Manitou Springs. He and Colorado Springs railroad tycoon James John Hagerman invested over $100,000 in the extension of the Colorado Midland Railroad to the western slope, the first standard gauge railroad to cross the Continental Divide. Some of the rail beds and tunnels for this railroad can still be seen in various places around town and along US-24 west of Manitou Springs. He started the Manitou Mineral Water Company, which was very popular back east and was even served at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City. He invested in the Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, a cog railway that still transports passengers to the top of Pikes Peak. As he had in Aspen, Wheeler also built the first bank in Manitou Springs, the Wheeler Bank. This yellow brick building sits at the east end of downtown. Downtown sits a triangle of land with the clock donated by Wheeler to the town. His wife had been intrigued by a similar clock in Italy, so he spent $3600 to provide one for Manitou Springs. In 1892, Wheeler became embroiled in the first of a series of lengthy and costly lawsuits over one of his silver mines. The combination of the judgments and the Panic of 1893, resulting in the crash of the value of silver, cost Jerome Wheeler nearly his entire fortune. Wheeler's mining company laid off all its employees. His banks failed and closed for two years, but Wheeler paid his depositors every dollar and they lost nothing. Manitou Springs continued to benefit from Wheeler’s largess, even after his fortunes had dwindled. He contributed $50,000 toward the construction of Manitou Avenue and outfitted a volunteer fire company. In 1913, after a devastating flood, he gave $10,000 to the city for emergency repairs. Jerome Wheeler spent most of his remaining years at Windemere until his death on December 1, 1918. New York. Aspen. Manitou Springs. Jerome Wheeler was successful wherever he went, and he and Harriet certainly could have lived wherever they desired. But ultimately, they chose Manitou Springs as their home. Come to Manitou Springs and see what they discovered. This is a great place to be. History of Windemere Jerome Wheeler’s Windemere estate in Manitou Springs included an elaborate conservatory, this carriage house, billiard rooms and two bowling alleys. Roses for the Cliff House Hotel were grown in the conservatory and placed on guest's pillows each night. After the death of the Wheelers (Harriet died in 1916), the estate was sold off, and the Wheeler residence was demolished for a hotel. The post office was built on the site in 1940. The carriage house was divided into seven apartments about 100 years ago. The building fell vacant in the 1980's. We purchased the building in 1993 with the intention of developing it into a bed and breakfast. Ultimately, due to the constraints of time, money, full-time jobs, and kids to raise, the bed and breakfast was never realized. As they say, "Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans." Come see wh
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Standard check-in time at The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Romantic. 2nd Floor West is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00.

How far is the The Heart of Manitou Springs. Award-winning. Luxurious. Romantic. 2nd Floor West from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Colorado Springs Airport, and it is about 27 mins from hotel by car (28.9 km).

About This Property

Nearest AirportColorado Springs Airport
Distance to Airport28.87KM
Hotel Star Rating4