It's no wonder Katharine Lee Bates wrote America the Beautiful from
atop our own famous Pikes Peak. The scenic beauty of
Colorado Springs and the Pikes
Peak Region offers something for everyone. “The Springs” is  located
just 60 miles south of Denver with its own convenient Colorado Springs
regional airport . Nestled nearby is the historic
Holden House,
an
Award-Winning storybook Victorian treasure that caters to
romantics and business travelers alike. Centrally
located just one mile from downtown on a residential
tree-lined street near historic "Old Colorado City", the
inn offers free off-street parking and six inviting guest
suites. The inn's rooms boast antiques, fireplaces, sitting areas,
telephones, refrigerators, cable television/DVD, free WiFi, private label amenities, luxurious
robes, private baths with oversized bubble bath 'tubs for
two', and a morning breakfast culinary delight! Take a
Virtual Tour to experience the inn from 360 degrees or check out our YouTube channel for a video brochure. You’ll enjoy
relaxing in our many
common areas; the
antique-filled living room with fireplace and wing-back
chairs, the verandah with old fashioned porch swings,
views of the mountains and our Victorian cottage garden,
or the secret back garden with fountains and a gazebo. For those
traveling on business, we offer an early
riser's breakfast, wireless high-speed internet access
and a business center with the modern convenience of a
computer workstation.
Savor our
gourmet breakfasts,
served in the elegant formal dining room, which might
include freshly baked Cinnamon Streusel muffins,
Sallie's famous
Southwestern Eggs Fiesta, fresh fruit, gourmet freshly ground coffee, tea and
juice. Your full breakfast is included, served in the
dining room, or indulge in our breakfast en suite
“Romance Package”, delivered to your door for an
additional charge. Complimentary refreshments, an
afternoon wine social, our legendary bottomless cookie
jar, and turndown service are just some of the individual touches you'll find here. We offer
special packages for all occasions, such as a relaxing massage at the
exclusive Garden of the Gods Club or champagne and
flowers on arrival. Distinctive hospitality and
personalized service is our hallmark.
Innkeepers,
Sallie and Welling Clark, meticulously restored the
property in 1986 and continue to own and operate the
inn, and uphold high standards at Holden House. In
addition to their innkeeping duties, Sallie is an
El Paso County Commissioner
and Welling a Research Scientist. The Clarks also offer
consulting and seminars
for aspiring innkeepers. Sallie and Welling and their
attentive assistant innkeeping staff, will help you plan
your itinerary around the
many activities
in the Pikes Peak Region. From outdoor adventures such
as hiking, biking, horseback riding, golf, rock
climbing, and whitewater rafting to sightseeing at
Garden of the Gods and Red Rock Canyon Parks or Pikes
Peak, you’ll want to return time and time again. Among
our many events, you won’t want to miss the St.
Patrick’s Day Parade,  Territory Days, SpringsSpree, the
Renaissance Festival in Larkspur, Pikes Peak
International Hill Climb, Pikes Peak Ascent/Marathon,
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo,
the El Paso County Fair, Colorado Balloon Classic, IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter
Memorial, Air Force Academy and Colorado College
Graduation/Homecomings and the Holiday Festival of
Lights, just to name a few. You’ll find a variety of
activities all year long, including historic sites and
antique districts, area museums, art galleries, unique
gift shops, fine dining, the Philharmonic and other
cultural events, all within easy distance of the Holden
House. Check out Peak Radar online for the latest area activities.
Our friendly resident Holden House mascots,
InnCats 'Mei-Lin and
Mingtoy', will greet you with purr-fect hospitality. Built in 1902 by
Isabel Holden, the spacious Guest Suites
are named for mining towns in which the Holden’s owned
interests. The Goldfield and Silverton Carriage House
suites and the Rose Victorian ’s Independence suite offer
pet-free accommodations. If you prefer to stay in the Main House , the Aspen and Cripple Creek suites are
favorites. The Independence suite also offers
handicapped access and the Pikes Peak Suite features a kitchenette for those looking for extended stays while traveling on business. Inspections by AAA, Mobil, Bed &
Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado and Authentic B&B Inns
and Cottages of Pikes Peak , assures that high standards
are maintained. Make a Reservation Online and check availability 24
hours a day or call us at 888-565-3980 from 9 a.m. to 9
p.m. Mountain Standard Time for personalized
reservation service.
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