STEAMBOAT SPRINGS VACATION RENTALS, COLORADO |
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Why Vacation in Steamboat Springs |
| Away from the glitz of the other Colorado’s towns, Steamboat Springs is mainly a skier’s paradise. Exuding great warmth and surrounded by the unsurpassed natural beauty of the Colorado’s Rockies, Steamboat Springs located in Routt County, is famous for its fondness for a western way of life. Fill your days with snowmobiling, sleigh rides, and hiking and when the day is over you can literally browse through dozens of restaurants, bars, and clubs for your enjoyment. |
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Steamboat Springs Vacation Rental Information |
| Situated 7,000 feet up in the Colorado Rockies, Steamboat Springs, one of North America’s largest ski mountain resorts features a wide range of vacation rentals that are a perfect blend of comfort and affordability. The vacation rentals include ski-in and ski-out chalets, spacious town-homes, rustic cabins, deluxe mountain condominiums and charming hilltop cottages. |
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The accommodation offers a wide range of amenities such as Jacuzzi, full size sofa sleeper, gas fireplace, balcony and cable TV/VCR. Usually the vacation rentals are either 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedroom homes that can easily accommodate between 2 to 8 people depending on the number of rooms. On site and nearby activities include golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, skiing, snowmobiling, ice-skating, and shopping. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Steamboat Springs |
| At some of the lodgings, you can book for 4 nights and stay the 4th night for free of cost or buy summer special 5 nights and get the 6th one free. Peak season is between December and March. The rates of the rentals soar up during this time. There are no refunds for late arrivals and early departures. Rentals do not provide housekeeping services but additional services can be availed at additional fees. At time of reservation, two nights lodging deposit is required. Most rentals require a full payment 45 days prior to arrival. |
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Must See in Steamboat Springs |
| Explore the high-end dude ranches that have given Steamboat Springs a unique distinction in the state of Colorado. Hike or horseback ride to explore the wildflowers lined trails or gain an insight into the history of the region in the museums. You will come across residents and visitors donning western boots and cowboy hats calling a cheery to passers-by. Visit the galleries for a fabulous display of local |
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Sights and Attractions in Steamboat Springs |
| Steamboat Springs' roots are deeply embedded in ranching and Western traditions. The several art galleries, a chamber-based music festival, live theater, and museums provide an enlightening insight into the rich heritage of this beautiful town. The scenic surroundings simply add to its varied attractions.
• Steamboat Lake State Park
• Tread of Pioneers Museum
• Steamboat Springs Arts Council
• Amaze'n Steamboat Maze |
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Outdoor Recreation in Steamboat Springs |
| Steamboat Springs is a haven for outdoor recreational activities. Explore the rich flora and fauna on horseback or hiking and biking through the scenic trails. You can also take a tour of the Yampa Valley on a helicopter.
• Skiing
• Snow Sports
• Hiking and Biking
• Cattle Drives
• Hot Springs |
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Golfing in Steamboat Springs |
Golf courses at Steamboat Springs are suitable for players of all levels. The courses with their rolling fairways, deep bunkers, well-maintained greens and surrounding breathtaking views of mountains extend a warm welcome to the golfers.
• Sheraton Steamboat Golf Club
• Haymaker Golf Course
• Steamboat Golf Club |
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Steamboat Springs Fairs and Festivals |
| Enjoy the colorful festivals and children’s events. The sparkling live entertainment, music, dance, contests will definitely give you an exciting time. With a jubilant mood and heart throbbing lively atmosphere, you can look forward to an experience of a lifetime.
• Rainbow Weekend
• Arts and Crafts Fair
• Labor Day Celebration
• Kremmling Road Kill Half Marathon
• Annual Art on the Mountain
• Strings in the Mountains |
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Dining and Nightlife in Steamboat Springs |
Steamboat Spring provides an amazing assortment of pubs, bars, restaurants and breweries. Whether it is a romantic dinner or an informal occasion, Steamboat Springs dining and nightlife offer an unmatched experience. Don’t forget to visit Levelz, the only nightclub in the area, which is equipped with an Internet bar and café on the ground floor. Also, there is the Lupo’s sports bar on level 2. The Mahogany Ridge is a brewery and restaurant that serves full-bodied ales, porters, stouts and hearty meals. You can also listen to some wonderful live music.
Old Town Pub and Restaurant is a perfect place to relax and chill out after a hectic day and you are sure to love its casual ambience. Eat, drink and be merry at Slopeside Grill as this place is famous for its sumptuous food and a great variety of drinks. It features $6 brickoven pizzas and is open from 10pm till midnight. For some late night fun, visit The Tap House, a sports bar where you can watch your favorite sporting event on big screens. There are around 40 TVs, 20 beers on tap, pool tables and a video arcade. Enjoy live music, large crowd and a full bar at Tugboat Grill and Pub. This rustic, noisy place is full of entertainment and features a popular spot for dinner.
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Shopping in Steamboat Springs |
Steamboat Springs is just not all about skiing as it also lets you to shop at some of its most popular stores and shops that sell a variety of unique things. Fiddle Fem is famous for the historical artifacts of the Old west. You can pick up a small historical piece to take back home from this place. If you are looking for some apparel, visit Matt and Bryans Outdoor Shop.
Check out for some good outdoor clothing ranging from pants, vests, sweaters, parkas, rain gear and travel clothing. Also, look out for some matching accessories. It is one stop shop for everything. Care to buy any beauty products? Melissa’s Bath and Body offers refreshing body washes, quality body lotions and excellent skin care products. Bare Skin Leather Store features a huge range of footwear, hats, jewelry, coats, ski boots and sheepskin slippers. There is a nice collection of blazers, shirts, barn coats, boot skirts in a variety of color. Buy handcrafted arts, oak antique furniture, western antiques, hand painted silk scarfs, leather purses and lamps from Artisan’s Market / Cabin Creek Antiques.
Shop for some superb healing oils, lips balms, hand poured soy candles, all-purpose pillows, moisturizers from Hemp Essentials. If you are looking for handcrafted furniture and pottery, Hacienda Collections is the perfect place. You will find amazing pottery work of the Tarahumara tribe of Northwestern Mexico.
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Best Times to Visit Steamboat Springs |
| Known for its world-class skiing facilities in winters and a wide array of outdoor activities in summers, Steamboat Springs is a year-round destination for all. Situated at an altitude of 6,695 feet, the area has 4 distinct seasons. July is usually the warmest month and has an average temperature of 82 degrees. The coldest month is January with an average temperature of 29 degrees. It receives an annual snowfall from 170 to 450 inches annually. The annual rainfall average is 25 inches. You can enjoy your vacations over here at any point of time. December to March is the high season months and the rates of the rentals are high. |
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Time Zone for Steamboat Springs |
Mountain Standard Time |
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Getting To and Around Steamboat Springs |
The area of Steamboat Springs is served a number of times in a day by United and America West airlines. The nearby airports, connecting Steamboat Springs are Steamboat Springs-La Plata County Airport (13-miles), Four Corners Regional Airport (45-miles) and Telluride Regional Airport (47-miles).
It is very easy to get around the downtown, as everything is located at a walkable distance. For visiting the surrounding areas, you will require a rental car that is readily available. You can take the exclusive route through Steamboat Springs and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad to visit the nearby places. |
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