Welcome to Susurro, a sunny and light 750 sq. ft. apartment in the heart of Boulder's historic Mapleton Hill district. This colorful, eclectically furnished retreat boasts hot water baseboard heating, solar power, filtered domestic water, cork floors and lots of natural light.
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 370 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home
Please note: The City of Boulder limits short term rentals to a maximum of 29 days and thus we can only offer rentals for 29 days or less - thank you for your consideration.
Coronavirus Update: Susurro is cleaned per local and state recommendations with 1 day vacant between guests.
Please note Susurro is entirely independent of the rest of our home, meaning that there is no shared ventilation, which makes Susurro an even safer place for you to stay. We welcome any and all suggestions for keeping you healthy during your stay.
Update: January 25, 2023 - we have replaced our beautiful antique stove ( truthfully - that was a challenge to cook on) with a new contemporary inductive electric stove (with convection and air fry oven) due to recent research documenting the health hazards associated with gas stoves and replaced all stove related cooking utensils.
We replaced the living room sofa with a Room and Board sleeper couch that is very comfortable.
Additionally we will be solar powered with the installation of photovoltaic panels towards the end of February 2023. We have installed an EV charger (Level 2 ChargePoint 48amp) that is fee for the first time use as well.
Welcome to Boulder, Colorado...everything you want from a big city, yet it feels like a small town; world-class restaurants and shops, a major university, an abundance of cultural events, a plethora of year-round outdoor activities and lots of music from around the globe.
Minutes from downtown Boulder, walking distance to excellent coffee and tea houses, restaurants, bakery, shopping, well equipped grocery store, trails and more. Our artist’s home is located within a quiet, historic residential district known as Mapleton Hill. 'Susurro' - our sunny and light, very private garden/walk-out apartment has a separate entrance and is part of our recently eco-remodeled home originally built in 1910. Our 750 sq. ft. apartment is colorful, eclectically furnished, with hot water baseboard heating, solar powered, all domestic water filtered, cork floors, lots of light, antique cooking stove, custom trim, open layout, split level (with two steps) - living room/dining room/kitchen, hand painted floor, and mosaic tiled bathroom floor. Our home is a “come and borrow a cup of organic sugar” kind of home. Please note - Susurro is exceptionally well insulated however, we live upstairs, we are very quiet and we do not wear shoes inside our home. If you need total silence please reconsider - you will hear soft footsteps but never voices and in eight years we have had only two complaints.
'Susurro' is two blocks away from the foothills of the Rockies with great hiking trails, and the continental divide only a thirty-minute drive away. We are a 30 minute drive to Denver; 30 minute drive to Eldora Mountain Resort, 60 minute drive to Rocky Mountain National Park, and a 1.5 to 2.25 hour drive to Loveland, Winter Park, Breckenridge and Vail ski areas.
Boulder has year-round sunshine. The winter season usually brings brief snow storms followed by beautiful sunny days. It's not uncommon to have warm weather in the high 60s-70s in February and March. Late spring and summer offers warm days, wonderful thunderstorms and few airborne pests. Please note - we do not use pesticides or insecticides in Susurro, so you will occasionally find spiders. If this is a problem please make other arrangements. Falls are warm with cool nights and some of the most amazing displays of light and color.
Well cared for and behaved dogs are welcome.
Inspections and Safety:
City of Boulder Short Term Rental License RHL-0000634
There have been legitimate concerns raised in the national and international media about the safety and lack of regulation of short-term rentals. Rest assured that: Susurro is up to date in all required inspections (per City of Boulder rental license regulations); has a current rental license (see: http://gisweb.bouldercolorado.gov/agswebsites/pds/rentalinquiry/ - any property with a color-coding has an up to date rental license); has commercial property insurance from American Modern Insurance that covers short-term rentals; and Susurro includes functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detectors as well as fire extinguishers.
In addition, each bedroom has City of Boulder approved egress windows and two door exits, in the unlikely event of a fire.
Your safety is important to us.
Keywords: Separate Garden Level/Walk Out Apartment in Home with completely private entrance.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Tobacco on city sidewalk only THC/CBD outside only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please leave keys on the kitchen table. There is no need to do anything further, although leaving clean dishes is always appreciated. No need to take out the trash. Have a safe journey home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
City of Boulder, CO does NOT allow for rentals exceeding 30 nights consecutively.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Sorry no cats due to allergies
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We love children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Tobacco on city sidewalk only THC/CBD outside only
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number RHL-0000634
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Central Boulder, a neighborhood in Boulder, this vacation home is near theme parks and near a water park. Downtown Boulder Historic District and Arnett-Fullen House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sawhill Ponds Trailhead and Eldorado Canyon State Park. Long's Iris Gardens and Dairy Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding. Visit our Boulder travel guide
Is Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home located?
Located in Central Boulder, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Boulder Park and Pearl Street Mall. University of Colorado Boulder is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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Mapleton Hill - Artists Colorful Apartment in Welcoming Home Reviews
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From the secluded location to the whimsical style and artistic flair, we loved everything about our stay. Clean, cozy, comfortable and close to everything we wanted to do.
Perfect little spot within a short distance to local attractions. Great communication with the homeowner and an ideal quiet, simple and cozy home base for us.
We had a wonderful stay and everything was exactly as described! Comfortable, clean, well-appointed and the hosts were great. We would definitely stay again!
This house is why I love vrbo over hotels - right from the front gate I knew we were in for a treat! The location was excellent and it had all the amenities we needed.
This was our 3rd or 4th stay, while visiting our daughter in Boulder. Very comfortable and homey apartment, perfectly clean, equipped for cooking (which we didn't do), even has washing machine and dryer Walking distance to some beautiful hiking trails.
The Artist's Apartment was a wonderful stay for my recent trip to Boulder. The space was clean, as-described and shown in the listing, and in a great location that was very walkable. I would definitely stay here again!
We had a wonderful stay. Check in and check out was seamless and the property was in great condition. The location was perfect with walking access to a park and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!!
We enjoyed our stay in this very comfortable place with lots of character. Nice short walk to a mountain view hike and the Pearl St outdoor mall. Would stay here again!
We had a great stay here during our family Bolder Boulder trip. Nice neighborhood, location and proximity to downtown, and perfect size/accommodations for a small family. Appreciated the decor, quietness, and cleanliness.
This was a great home base for our family’s visit. The apt had everything we could possibly need. Very quiet. Stayed cool through major heatwave with swamp cooler. Excellent shower. Thank you, Bruce and Marcella.
We enjoyed our stay very much. It's a lovely, very well equipped two bedroom apartment. The location is just a short walk from downtown. Thanks for your hospitality.
Loved everything about this place! Location, comfort, had everything we needed, lovely hosts, and much more. I can't think of anything that wasn't perfect.
We loved our stay at the Artist Alcove in Boulder! The location is convenient to Pearl Street, hiking trails, and restaurants/coffee shops. The home is clean and filled with everything needed for a memorable Boulder vacation. This was our second stay at this VRBO, and we hope to make this an annual event.