️Down Town in the Heart of Cripple Creek, HOT TUB! Family Fun @ BishopsCabin!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Bishops Cabin is a vacation rental home set in the heart of downtown Cripple Creek, Colorado, occupying a historic log cabin that survived the great fire of 1896 along with an unrestored companion cabin still standing in the back yard. Renovated over the years, it blends its original rustic character with 21st-century comforts, and is located directly on Masonic Avenue within the National Historic District. This is a whole-house rental rather than a traditional hotel, ideal for travelers wanting a self-contained mountain getaway.
Amenities
The cabin comes fully equipped with a kitchen featuring an oven, stove, and microwave, plus a washer for longer stays. Guests can unwind in the private hot tub or relax on the patio with an outdoor grill, and the property is smoke-free with heating, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and free parking included. An ironing board is also provided for guests needing to freshen up clothing during their stay.
Location & Surroundings
The cabin sits within easy walking distance of Cripple Creek's main attractions, including the Fire Station Museum #3 and Cripple Creek Jail Museum just steps away, and Century Casino and Bronco Billy's Casino a short stroll down the road. Several dining options are within walking distance, such as The Creek, Maggie's, 980 Prime steak house, and Home Cafe, along with The District Kitchen & Saloon for gastropub fare. Colorado Springs Airport is the closest air link at roughly 42 kilometers away.
Activities & Recreation
Guests can feed the property's resident herd of friendly donkeys, descendants of the historic mining mules once known as Rocky Mountain Canaries, and take a tour of the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine or ride the Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad nearby. The area also offers fishing, hiking, biking trails, skiing, and snowshoeing depending on season, plus year-round events like Donkey Derby Days, Ice Festival, and Gold Camp Christmas, all within walking distance of the cabin.
Best for
This property suits families and small groups seeking a historic, home-like mountain retreat with modern conveniences such as a full kitchen, hot tub, and outdoor grill. It's also a strong fit for travelers who want to walk to casinos, museums, restaurants, and festivals rather than drive, given its downtown Cripple Creek location just steps from the Fire Station Museum, Jail Museum, and multiple casinos.
Travel tips
Most of Cripple Creek's museums, casinos, and restaurants are within a few hundred meters, so plan to walk rather than drive once settled in. A city shuttle service is available for reaching the grocery store, liquor store, and gas station nearby, and it's worth budgeting time to visit the donkey herd and take the historic train ride or gold mine tour, both popular local activities. The nearest airport, Colorado Springs, is about 42 km away, so factor in drive time if flying in.
What guests say
Guests repeatedly praise the cabin's cleanliness, describing it as immaculate and better stocked than a typical rental, with particular mentions of the well-maintained hot tub, comfortable beds, and a fully equipped kitchen. Hosts Debbie and Stanley are consistently highlighted for friendly, responsive communication and attentive check-ins throughout stays. Reviewers also value the quiet, walkable location near restaurants and the added novelty of visiting the on-site donkeys. No recurring negative themes appear in the available excerpts.
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