The Retreat at Bijou
Guest rating: 4.6 / 5
Overview
The Retreat at Bijou is a small, smoke-free vacation rental in Colorado Springs, Colorado, set up as the lower level of a two-unit (duplex-style) building. It’s positioned on a hilltop between historic Old Colorado City and downtown Colorado Springs, with quick access to local attractions, dining, and shopping. The unit is designed for a quiet stay, with guests asked to be mindful of noise due to the shared building setup.
Layout & Sleeping
This unit sleeps 2 and centers on a private master bedroom with a queen bed, dresser, and a dedicated desk/workstation with built-in power and USB ports. The living area includes a sofa and a big-screen TV. A full bathroom with a shower/tub combination is provided.
In-Unit Amenities
The Retreat includes air conditioning and heating, free Wi‑Fi, cable TV/smart streaming via Roku, and a kitchen with full-size appliances plus a microwave, coffee maker, toaster, and dishwasher. Practical extras include a washer (shared laundry access), ironing board, and a dining table. The unit also features a private terrace/patio for relaxing outdoors.
Parking & Building Notes
Free off-street parking is available for one vehicle (right side of the driveway), with overflow parking permitted on an unpaved alley across the street. Laundry is shared between the two units and accessed from the exterior rear. No pets are allowed.
Nearby Transit & Dining
Several bus stops are within an easy walk, including Colorado/Limit (~379 m) and Spruce/Platte (~509 m), with Colorado Springs Downtown bus station about 1.4 km away. Nearby dining options include Benny’s Restaurant & Lounge (~598 m), 503W (~625 m), Avenue 19 (~1.36 km), Colorado Craft Social (~1.38 km), and Shuga’s (~1.80 km). Colorado Springs Airport is roughly 12.4 km away.
Best for
Best for couples or solo travelers who want a compact, self-contained Colorado Springs base with a full kitchen, patio space, and easy access to downtown. It also suits guests attending events at The Pinery due to the close-by location and walkable convenience. Light sleepers who are sensitive to upstairs noise may want to factor in that this is the lower unit of a shared building.
Travel tips
Plan for a duplex setup: the upper unit is separate, but sound can carry between floors, so keep expectations realistic and pack earplugs if you’re a light sleeper. If you’re arriving with a car, note that the included off-street parking is typically for one vehicle, with overflow options across the street in the unpaved alley. For getting around without a car, the Colorado/Limit and Spruce/Platte bus stops are both within about a 5–7 minute walk.
What guests say
Guests highlight the convenient location near downtown Colorado Springs and the ease of getting onto the highway. Host/support responsiveness is noted positively, with friendly on-site help when issues arise. A recurring drawback is sound transfer from the upstairs unit, reflecting limited sound insulation in the shared building. Minor maintenance or stocking issues have been mentioned, though they were addressed after follow-up.
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