This sanctuary of a home is made for easy, luxurious living inside and out. Enjoy multiple private outdoor spaces, incl Italian pizza oven and fenced backyard for pups. Inside you'll find everything you need in the gourmet kitchen and throughout the home, plus the creature comforts of an air-jet tub, cozy beds with luxury linens/pillows and plush towels in the bathrooms. Centrally located and only a 10 min walk to the beautiful Wash ParkWell-behaved pup friendly!Come relax in your new favorite home away from homeCome be YOU, bring your family and friends, and enjoy a truly special space Short, mid and long term stays welcomeThe Gem has 3 Bedrooms, 2.75 baths, Living Room, Dining Room, Sunroom (family room), Private Office, Yoga/Dance Studio, and Laundry.While maintaining and respecting the original lines and character of the home, every room was taken down to studs in 2010, rebuilt with timeless materials, quality workmanship and meticulous attention to detail.Each space is full of character and designed for your comfort and enjoyment.And because the property is also my personal home, it features the things that I most enjoy and am passionate about - special and unique pieces I have collected, original artwork, rare and precious minerals.ENTRY AND LIVING ROOM -Inviting and InterestingSwivel chair at the front picture window is a favorite spot for morning tea/coffeeDINING ROOM -Vibrant and AliveSized just right for dinner for 6 - And the most amazing white quartz geode from Morocco I've ever found!KITCHEN -Striking and EfficientEvery inch counts in the original footprint of its 1906 predecessorProfessional grade Thermador appliancesFully stocked kitchenCoffee maker, toaster, microwave, blender, Instant PotSoap stone countertops, which let you set hot things down without hurting a thing:)SUNROOM -Peaceful and RelaxingBeautiful views to backyard garden and water featuresCozy spot for watching a movie, curling up with a book or just hanging outBrand new 55" smart TV, equipped with Netflix and PrimePRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE -Timeless and SereneWalk out balcony with western views5 piece bathroom with Bain Ultra air jet tubWell appointed shower (main head, 3 body sprays, hand held)Radiant heat marble floorsBrand new King size adjustable bedBEDROOM 1 (Upstairs) -Bold and ChicQueen size Tempur-Pedic bedReading nook with hand-crafted chaise loungeFeatures: Chandelier from Venice, custom hand dyed and tied wool and silk rugSECONDARY ENSUITE (Main Level)Muted and ClassicOriginally the only bedroom in the home, this space is efficient and well appointedQueen size bedFeatures: Vintage nightstands, Antique slipper shade chandelier reputedly from a brothel in Kansas City(There is no TV in this space)PRIVATE OFFICE -Pretty and SereneSitting area for work, meditation, contemplation, reading, writingGas fireplaceDesk (sitting height) and countertop in closet (standing height)Features: Hand painted mural, custom hand crafted chairs, mother of pearl tile fireplace surroundNote: Ink Jet printer is available for use, but may be in need of new toner cartridges if empty, which will be the guests' responsibilityYOGA-DANCE STUDIO -Fun and SparklyWall of mirrorsSound SystemBrand new 43" Smart TV (equipped with Netflix and Prime)Cork FlooringFeatures: Crystal chandelier, handc-rafted silk panels, silk window treatmentsNote: The cork flooring can be slippery, especially in sock feet - please be carefulLAUNDRY -Full size front loading washer and dryerand most of what you'll need, with the idea of saving you time and making your life easier by not having to buy full size stuff while you're here.FRONT PORCH AND BACK YARD -The outdoor spaces are equally lovely and inviting. Come hang out and enjoy Denver's beautiful weather on the covered front porch overlooking the rose and perennial garden or even more private backyard spaces, including upper patio, lower dining area, more gardens and two water features.Note: The water features (fountains) may or may not cooperate in functioning - they are beautiful and delightful, but positively finicky and no guarantees can be made. If they are important to you, I can give you tips on how to keep them up and operational as best as possible.I care about how a space makes you feel and it is and has been my intention to create each space in my home to feel welcoming, inviting and someplace you don't want to leave anytime soon. A place where you can take a deep breath and be yourself. I care about your experience and making it all it can be while you're here.For guests convenience, the closet in the primary bathroom is fully available and includes a custom Elfa system with short and long hang storage, shelves, six (6) drawers and two (2) shoe pull-out drawers. In addition, there is a twelve (12) drawer dresser in the primary bedroom.The detached 2-car garage can be accessed via the alley. House Rules - 1. No parties allowed and no smoking in the house of any kind.2. You're welcome to kick your feet up, but please leave you shoes at the door.3.The kitchen is fully stocked - please feel free to enjoy what is there and replenish what you use.QUIET HOURSThe property is on a particularly lovely and quiet block in Wash Park West. Please be especially courteous of neighbors and the quiet hours (9pm to 8am).MINERAL SPECIMENS - PLEASE DO NOT TOUCHMost, if not all, of the mineral specimens on display have sharp, jagged, delicate edges and can tip and shift easily. For your safety and that of the mineral specimen, please do not touch or move.NOT CHILD-PROOFEDPlease note that this home has not been child-proofed in any way whatsoever. As such, it may not be the best fit for families with small children.PET POLICYGuests' well-behaved and COMPLETELY potty trained canine companions are welcome (up to two).There is a fee of $300 for the 1st pup and $250 for the 2nd, if applicable.Pup bathroom breaks are best done on a walk around the block.On property, to ensure the grassy areas look and feel beautiful for all guests, bathroom breaks will need to be confined to a mulched area in the back of the backyard.Extra and special care is taken to thoroughly clean the home before and after each guest. But even so, it may not be the ideal fit if someone in your party is allergic to dogs.License number2022-BFN-0004721About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).Must be potty-trained, non-destructive and quiet.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Children must be supervised by adult.About customRules:Guests must have an average review rating of 5 stars
Guests with no reviews are kindly asked to send a request for booking..The Gem is a treasure. Please confirm that you'll treat it as you would your own home.,Up to two well-behaved (potty-trained, non-destructive and quiet) dogs. No urinating in the lawn. Please pick up after your pup. 2nd dog fee $100..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.