The Ralston, nestled in Arvada's charming neighborhood, offers a warm retreat with a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. Unwind in the private backyard oasis complete with a hot tub, patio, and fire pit or stroll to Olde Town Arvada's restaurants and bars within 5 minutes.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6103 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Location! Family Friendly + amenities galore
Summary:
Hey there! We're so excited you clicked :) You're in for a real treat as The Ralston is one of the most popular places to stay within a 5 minute walk to Olde Town Arvada!
Here are some of the highlights our guests rave about:
• Super comfy mattresses (and a King Bed!)
• Fenced backyard with a table and grill, so you can relax and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather!
• Quiet street with friendly neighbors who will make you feel right at home.
• Did I mention the fully equipped kitchen?
The Space:
Welcome to our Arvada Retreat! 🏡✨
Local Roots: I'm Julie, raised right here in Arvada, near the charming chimes of St. Anne's. I know every corner of this town and adore it deeply! My husband and I cherished living in this house, and now we're thrilled to share its warmth and character with you!
• The Ralston is a leisurely 5-minute stroll to Olde Town Arvada's delightful restaurants and bars... with the bonus of FREE and easy street parking :)
• It's also has convenient light rail access: Zip into downtown Denver in 20 minutes. Rockies, Nuggets, and Broncos fans, rejoice!
• Red Rocks concerts and Boulder adventures are just a 20-30 minute drive away.
NOT your typical vacation rental:
• The private and fully fenced backyard is a 4 season oasis complete with a HOT TUB, a patio with out sectional & FIRE PIT, and in the summer... an outdoor movie screen/projector!
• Tons with character yet equipped with modern amenities like high-speed internet and a new central air system.
Restful Nights:
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed with memory foam, spacious closet.
• Bedroom 2: King bed with luxury Casper mattress, direct backyard access.
• Bedroom 3: Cozy twin trundle bed, perfect for kids.
Dog-Friendly Delight: A fully fenced backyard, providing peace of mind and freedom for your furry friends.
Near Nature: Ralston Creek's trails are a quick 5-minute walk. Don't miss the Frisbee Golf course!
Family First: We've got you covered with a pack and play, plus family games and art supplies for bonding moments.
Home Comforts:
Living Room: South-facing window floods the room with light, Comfortable furniture as well as a 60" smart TV.
Dining & Kitchen: A welcoming table for six, fully stocked kitchen (spices included!). The kitchen is spacious and has everything you need to cook. The window light is also incredible and cozy in this room.
Bathroom: Enjoy a relaxing bath or shower, with all essentials provided.
Laundry Room: Complete with washer, dryer, and necessary supplies.
Lush Yards: A beautifully manicured front lawn and a spacious, pet-friendly backyard.
We've poured our hearts into making this house a cozy, inviting space for your Arvada adventure. Can't wait for you to fall in love with it too!
Guest Access:
Parking is free on the street in front of the house! There is also parking in the backyard driveway (2 cars tandem) but it's often difficult to get the fence open from the alley so most guests park on the street.
The Neighborhood:
Olde Town Arvada is right on the edge of the city of Denver with a historic downtown area that is one of the Denver hotspots with craft breweries, restaurants, and shops. It has a small town feel within a big city. With the light rail stop (G line) right in Olde Town, visitors can get into downtown Union station in 20 minutes to attend a Rockies, Broncos, Nuggets,or Avalanche game, go see a show at the incredible Denver Center for the Performing Arts, one of the many Museums, or enjoy a night on the town! Arvada is the place where gold was first found in the Denver area and you'll find Olde Town to be warm and hospitable. Arvada is also known for it's walking/biking trails. The city plan includes a trail no further than 10 minute walking distance from any house!
Getting Around:
DRIVING: Depending on the time of day, it's about a 40 minute drive from the airport. From Downtown, about a 15 minute drive.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: From the airport, about an hour commute (A-line & G-line). 20 minutes to downtown on the G line
Interaction with Guests:
Keyless entry will make your check-in nice and easy!
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Cycling nearby
Fishing 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
Rules
Please review THE RALSTON Terms & Conditions (house rules and disclosures) below before booking. The booking guest must review and sign them at lea...
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Arvada, this vacation home is in the city center. Union Station and 16th Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Elitch Gardens Theme Park and Denver Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Empower Field at Mile High, or consider Red Rocks Amphitheater for a night out. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Arvada travel guide
Is Location! Family Friendly + amenities galore pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Location! Family Friendly + amenities galore?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Location! Family Friendly + amenities galore?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Location! Family Friendly + amenities galore located?
Located in Memorial Park, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, Clear Creek, and Majestic View Park and Nature Center. Berkeley Park and Regis University are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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This was my first time in Arvada and I'm glad that I chose to visit the town. The area was great and we all loved the house! It was really nice with lots of space.
Great backyard, cozy set up & good customer service from the hosts
We stayed here while hiking through Colorado. This was our first stay & our favorite out of our 9 days in Colorado & 4 stays. The hosts were prompt at getting us the check in information, with questions & even provided complimentary snacks for our stay. 10/10 would recommend & would stay here again.
We came out for a few days to visit our kids
The house had everything we needed. A beautiful place , very clean. Plenty of room
The hosts were very courteous and sent useful info. They responded quickly to any needs
We would definitely stay here again
Perfect location for all the things we wanted to do in the larger Denver area. Easy driving distance to many local attractions and then quick walk to Olde Town in the evenings when we didn't want to cook. Beautiful yard outside space was perfect for traveling with our pup. Thank you!
We had a very nice time, property hosts were great and very responsive. It was a 2 minute walk to Olde Town Arvada shops, restaurants, and bars. The house was very comfortable and they had nice "extra" amenities. We really enjoyed the fire table and seating area in the back as well as the spa outside!
We'd highly recommend this property!
Loved our stay at this extremely clean, updated home. The backyard and hot tub are awesome, too. It was nice to be able to walk to local restaurants and shops, and at the same time the neighborhood was quiet and felt safe during our visit. We also hiked at Rocky Mountain National Park and saw Garden of the Gods, which were each about a 90-minute drive from the house. Would stay here again!
We had such a wonderful stay here! The house was cute and clean with all the amenities that our family needed! Very kind and prompt correspondence with the owner when needed. Location was perfect for accessibility to restaurants, parks, shops. We'd definitely stay here again and recommend to everyone! :)
This property was exactly as described and was in an excellent location for our short trip. Everything was well stocked, clean, and more than adequate to meet our needs. Communication was excellent and any questions we had were answered immediately.
Being so close to the old town area made it really easy to grab some late night meals with friendly service. We also took time to enjoy the jacuzzi and blow up screen given the beautiful weather.
We’ll definitely keep this location on our short list for returns.
We loved our trip to Arvada! It was on so close to everything- great restaurants, grocery store, shops, family in Denver, and the mountains!! Julie was such a great host and always available to answer any questions — we would definitely love to stay again on our next trip to the Denver area!! Thanks again Julie and Alex for sharing your home with us 😊
The property had everything we needed for our stay. We have a 19 month old and we able to be accommodated.
You are close to old Arvada which has great shops and food. I would highly recommend starting at this home.
This property was great for our girls trip. 4 of us stayed, it was everyone’s first time in Colorado. The house was perfect. The beds were so comfortable, the kitchen was stocked with all kinds of helpful things like coffee, and plastic baggies. The back yard was so cozy for relaxing early morning and in the evenings. Old town Arvada was very cute and a quick walk from the house.
Wonderful very well equipped home. Thoughtful touches throughout~ truly has all you could ever want. The beds were so comfy that I’m now planning on buying the same model so I can sleep that well at home.
Julie is above and beyond helpful, responsive and kind! It was so nice to spend quality time with family at this beautiful home! I can’t wait to stay there again!
We loved this house: All the items we needed i.e.bathroom items and wonderful towels. The kitchen had EVERYTHING we could ask for like ziploc bags and plenty of coffee and plates etc. The beds were super comfy and complete with beautiful linens. The location was incredibly close to cute coffee shops and we walked to a great dinner at Smokin Fins. We will return to this fantastic rental.
We had a group of six friends stay for a weekend full of board games and exploring downtown Arvada, and had a great time! Julie & Alex were very accommodating and quick to respond to all our questions. The amenities - hot tub, fenced yard for a pet, available laundry - all made this a very comfortable stay. A five-minute walk to the Arvada coffeeshops, restaurants, parks, and Denver Beer Co. capped off a phenomenal weekend. Would gladly recommend this location!
Beautifully updated older home that still has its original charm. Very clean, beds extremely comfy. Backyard is phenomenal with the pergola fire pit and great seating. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate with our stay-first snowfall of the season-so we were not able to enjoy the backyard at all, but we were plenty cozy indoors! Great location and excellent communication with owner.
Bought tickets to a Red Rock concert the house was about 20 min away from Red Rocks. Primary bedroom bed was super comfortable and the house was very clean. Easy communication and very responsive.
My sisters, mom, and baby niece were in town for wedding dress shopping. This place was perfect. There was a pack n play for the baby, three rooms, and an adorable yard. We loved the proximity to coffee shops, dining, and the farmers market (honestly a 3 min walk). Julie was very communicative and we had zero issues checking in or out of the property. We were very impressed and would stay there again.
My husband, myself and our two dogs enjoyed our stay at Julie's place. We needed something in proximity to Red Rocks, but also wanted to explore a different Denver neighborhood. The short distance to the Ralston Creek Trail was ideal for a morning run or a walk with the dogs. The ability to walk to Old Town and explore the great used book store and have a beer was ideal as well. The house was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. We would definitely stay at Julie's again.
We stayed here while attending a concert at Red Rock amphitheater. Most importantly to us the house is extremely clean! The neighborhood feels very safe. It’s quiet and walking distance to downtown. Everything you need is only a few steps away. No Uber needed. The home is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay. We even changed plans from eating out to stay in because it was so cozy. Julie (owner) responded immediately when I had a question which for me was another factor in booking this listing. I would definitely book again if I find myself returning to the area.