Located within a 5-minute walk of Clear Creek, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Clear Creek History Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Coors Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Colorado School of Mines - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Jefferson County Government Center - Golden Station - 6 min drive
Arvada Ridge Station - 10 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
The Golden Mill - 3 min walk
Atomic Cowboy - 7 min walk
Coors Tasting Room - 2 min drive
King Of Wings Tap & Tequila - 8 min walk
Woody's Pizza - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the charm of this retro-themed home, perfectly nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Golden. Just a leisurely stroll from the sparkling waters of Clear Creek, this spot is a true gem.
Fully stocked with kitchenware, linens, & towels! Queen bed in the bedroom and air mattress available for living room to sleep a total of 5 guests if someone doesn`t mind using the sectional couch. Smart tv, high speed internet, large yard and outdoor space.
Enjoy effortless access to the Colorado School of Mines, a fantastic array of local breweries, delicious restaurants, and eclectic shops.
Beyond the immediate charm of Golden, you’re ideally situated for scenic drives to iconic destinations: catch a show at Red Rocks, explore the cultural richness of Denver and Boulder, hit the slopes at nearby ski resorts, try your luck at Black Hawk Casino, or experience the breathtaking beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park. With the airport also within reach, adventure is always just around the corner!
BEDROOM: Queen Bed LIVING ROOM: Sectional couch & air mattress INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio w/ mountain views & furniture KITCHEN: Dishwasher, coffee maker, cooking basics, microwave GENERAL: Window AC unit, fans, heating, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels provided
Occupancy of the unit is limited to four (4) unrelated persons.
STR-22-0010
This unit is 100% for guest use and has no shared spaces.
Golden was the first capitol of the Colorado Territory, founded in 1859. Spend a few days, a week, or more as you discover Golden, Colorado, `Where the West Lives` Nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Golden has something for everyone- nature walks, museums, shopping, skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, fly fishing, riverboarding, amusement park, farmers market, outdoor concerts, art festivals and more! Tours are available at the Coors Brewery as well as at numerous historic sites dating from pioneer days.
Golden is very bike-friendly! Lots of paths and easy to get around. The house is also super walkable to most of Golden`s attractions. A car is recommended for trips outside of Golden.
Failure to follow house rules (ie: no smoking, check out time, etc.) may result in extra fees or loss of security deposit.
Please be mindful of check-in and especially check out times. If you are requesting early check-in or late check-out, do make sure to message us to see if this is possible. We will do our best to be accommodating, but communication is key.
Starter supplies are provided; guests are responsible for their own paper/cleaning/toiletries after starter supplies run out.
Occupancy of the unit is limited to four (4) unrelated persons.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 646 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Non-smoking home
This is a 100% smoke-free unit (including cigarettes, vaping, and marijuana).
If any smoking happens indoors, a $500 fee applies.
No
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
This property doesn't allow children
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
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 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
300499
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
Located steps from Clear Creek, this vacation home is in Golden, and within a 10-minute walk of Coors Brewery and Clear Creek History Park. You'll also find Colorado Mills Mall and Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek?
As of May 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek on May 6, 2026 start from $252, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Will I be able to park at The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and video games.
Does The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan), which is 20.5 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Denver Intl. Airport (DEN), which is around 29.7 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek?
Yes, every house at The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek comes with a balcony.
The Vintage Golden Gem – Near Clear Creek Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 57 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 57 reviews
8 - Good
11
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews
6 - Okay
6
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Courtney L.
Apr 18, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness
The pictures and existing reviews are misleading. This is a really old house that comes with all the charm an old house has. Front door only opens 1/2 way because the foundation has settled. Cabinets doors don’t always work or are poorly aligned. There is 100 years of paint on every. It’s well decorated and a great location but manage your expectations.
Courtney L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
6/10 Okay
Alex C.
Mar 20, 2026
The pictures make the space look larger than it is, which is fairly normal. However, first night I got locked out do to the door electronic lock thing running low batteries and refusing to unlock. Had to call the after hours number, they didn't come to fix the batteries until noon the next day. They have a large bug infestation at the moment. I've lived in Colorado for a long time, and even if the weather is weird this year, that is no excuse to having to wake up to bugs crawling on you and finding bugs everywhere. I stayed here because I was getting Married in Golden ans wanted to sleep closer to our venue. Next time I would rather spend the extra money on a hotel bug free. I have so many pictures of the bugs here.
Alex C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
Jan 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great coffee spots and ice cream shops down the street. Fun weekend getaway!
Michael M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Shannon O.
Nov 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Shannon O.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dave B.
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very quaint. Great location.
Dave B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Janette D., LoLo Montana
Nov 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Janette D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott G.
Nov 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Host was welcoming and the amenities were good
Scott G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
katrina m., Memphis
Oct 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was our first time in Colorado and it def didn’t disappoint! Location was perfect. Walkable to shops and restaurants in Golden. It was an easy drive to Vail and Breckenridge to explore those areas. We also went horse back riding in Estes park and hiking in RMNP. And saw an amazing show at red rocks! The rental had everything we needed esp a comfy bed after our days of exploring! The host was super easy to communicate with and we would stay here again!
katrina m.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Suzanne W.
Oct 16, 2025
Suzanne W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rochelle R.
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Retro Retreat is an adorable 50’s retreat and so close to downtown Golden. The Golden Mill was super close. A very short walk. I loved the 50’s decor, especially the prints in the bathroom, the toaster, the refrigerator, and the lava lamp. All so fun! Kendra was so easy to contact and the door was super easy to open and also secure. The bed was very comfy and we slept well in our cozy abode.
Rochelle R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah S.
Oct 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I stayed one night for a game at Mines, and the location was convenient for a short drive. The home was generally clean but would need significant updates to reach a five-star standard. Since we didn’t spend much time at the property, it worked fine for a short stay. However, I didn’t feel completely comfortable there, so we wouldn’t choose it again.
Sarah S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
2/10 Terrible
Julie G.
Sep 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
There was more than one communicator, type lockbox unknown by helper at check-in..which caused me to try for approximately 1-hour to get in..very frustrating. Also had all along Ben told someone would meet me at property so I was careful to be precise about arrival..not easy with a road trip or any travel for that matter. Yet like I said, did not meet me there afterall..and a different person “helped” by phone. The whole experience was so negative I ended up not sleeping there, yet had paid to do so. Lastly, this home on a rather exposed corner..not apparent from images. Otherwise, was clean and similar to pictures..last mention, only cold water exits shower head..hot routing thru tub fawcet. A really bad experience.
Julie G.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Phil and Melissa C.
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Property seemed as described. Quiet and safe. Great location within walking distance of downtown Golden.
Phil and Melissa C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay R.
Sep 26, 2025
Lindsay R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
R S.
Sep 24, 2025
R S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Ray T.
Sep 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great for visiting DT Golden. The area has many shops, restaurants, etc. Most attractions were within walking distance. Communication with the host was great. Some items within the home needed replacements, attention (bedroom ceiling fan, toilet). In all, it was a good stay as the home was clean and had all the necessary amenities.
Ray T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elise E.
Sep 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute, had everything we needed
Elise E.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
4/10 Poor
Michael M.
Aug 14, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Honestly, the property was a complete dump and we felt very uncomfortable staying there. The first day we were there we experienced a breaker tripping twice. And the bathroom light was flickering like a strobe. I had to turn it off because it was making me nauseous. We complained, and someone came over and apparently replaced the bathroom lightbulb. Still flickered so I was very concerned about an electrical short and possibly starting a fire. Because of this we were not comfortable using the microwave or stove, so we had to eat all meals elsewhere. It was not at all cozy or inviting and I can not believe it was rated 9.2 stars. I would NEVER go there again, and in fact I have very little reason to ever use VRBO again. I believe I should be given a refund for our stay as for the reasons above, it was a very unsettling and uncomfortable stay.
Michael M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gary P.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us
The exterior looks a little rough, but step inside to 1952. We were happy we rented the Retro House for several reasons. It was clean and cozy, had neat decor, and had all the essentials anyone would need to be comfortable. The location is absolutely perfect if you want to be close to everything - historic downtown, restaurants, walking trail, tubing, Coors and other breweries, park. What else do you want? Finally, Kendra was in communication with us throughout our stay to make sure our needs/concerns were met. We loved Golden partially due to this small but cozy home and our host, Kendra. We will stay here if/when we return to Golden. Thank you Kendra.
Gary P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard F.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. No complaints. Thank you!
Richard F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca K.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This location is great and the price is right. We enjoyed the retro vibe. A booklet of instructions for tv, stove, ac, etc would be helpful.Patio was a delight but the weeds did detract.
Rebecca K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Cathy D., odenton, md
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
House clean but very dated. Great location.
Cathy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole F.
Jun 24, 2025
Nicole F.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg S., Colorado Springs Co
Jun 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Golden location
This place met my top 3 criteria: clean, good bed, and quiet. We did a lot of cycling and the local path ran right next to the house. And the Golden Mill is a very cool place to grab a drink.
Greg S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Jeffrey P.
Jun 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location close to everything. Cozy cute comfy house very well stocked. Kendra was quick to get back to you with any concerns.