7870 Gardiner Rd, Cascade, CO 80809

Imagine a warm, well-equipped home with luxury touches and open floor plan, situated on a mountainside where large picture windows and a viewing deck look onto a dramatic expanse of mountains you can't stop watching, that perfectly reflect seasons and times. Where stargazing is spectacular, right from your deck. And where a wood-burning fireplace and a large one-car garage make it that much better on those cold, cozy nights. This mountain retreat for a family of four, on the sunny side of the mountain, in a safe, lovely neighborhood, is where clean mountain air meets thoughtful features such as heated Japanese toilet, rain shower in every bathroom, keyless home and garage entry, open eating area, large deck with incredible views, high-end appliances like a convection oven and Kraus stainless steel sink, gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, massive main fridge and extra garage fridge/freezer and storage. Nearby are hiking trails, the enchanting Victorian town of Green Mountain Falls, and the feeling that you're wonderfully remote, but with quick access to Colorado Springs (12 minutes) or the conveniences of Woodland Park (6 minutes) - Wal Mart, Safeway, City Market, movies, doctors, hardware, etc. This is your mountain oasis away from the summer heat, slushy city streets, noise and traffic. Kids can go to the award-winning District 14 schools - Ute Pass (5 minute drive) or Manitou Elementary, and Manitou Springs Middle and High School. Ranch-style single-level includes galley kitchen, dining room, living room, master bedroom w/bathroom, two additional bedrooms, one-car oversized garage with extra refrigerator/freezer, large drive-way, large south-facing deck and sloped yard with truly stunning mountain views, wood-burning fireplace, dishwasher, disposal, and a huge storage area in unfinished cellar. Master bedroom opens to the deck via French doors. Seeking wonderful people who will fit in with this quiet, respectful neighborhood and who love the mountain vibe. I take great care of my renters, with quick responses and maintaining everything in excellent order. Rent price posted is *before* a $75 monthly discount to alleviate an area water surcharge, i.e. you will get a monthly $75 discount off your rent. I also pay for garbage collection. You pay all other utilities (gas, electric, water, sewer, Internet). Owner pays garbage. Renter pays gas, electric, water, TV/Internet.