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The Peck House


  • Inn Details

    High in the Colorado Rockies is Colorado's oldest hotel-THE PECK HOUSE. Built in 1862 and on the National Register of Historic Places, the Victorian rooms of this Colorado hotel abound with antiques, some original. Rated 5 star, the restaurant of the owner Chef has won the Colorado Governor's Award for Colorado Cuisine and been a finalist for Uncle Ben's 10 BEST COUNTRY INNS OF THE YEAR award. Situated at the gateway to the Rockies, many ski areas and Historic Districts are nearby.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Gary is the chef, Sally is the gardener, fly fishing and horse-back riding are our hobbies.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French


    Number of Cats: 2

    Other Pets: 3 donkeys, 1 mule


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • mountain location

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ironing Board

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Conference Rooms

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Library

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • Restaurant / Cafe

    • Cribs

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  • Nightly Rate

    $60 - $125

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 2-10:00 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Deposit amount required: Full amount or credit card guarantee

    • Cancellations: Thru your system must cancel 48 hours prior to local check in time to avoid any cancellation and/or no show charges.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: full bar on property

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Allowed

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental

    • Time Served: 8-9:30 AM

    • Serving location: Breakfast Room


    Signature Dish

    Shrimp Sarah
    Broiled jumbo shrimp served over wild rice and topped with a chutney-curry sauce.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

  • Location Type

    • Berthoud Pass Area

    • Near Georgetown

    • Near Loveland Pass

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Small town


    City

    • Denver

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      2 miles off I-70 at Exit 232 on Highway 40 in the town of Empire. Look on the right 2/3 of the way through town.


    Airport

    • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      I-70 West to Exit 232. Go 2 miles to the town of Empire


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • National Historic Districts

    • Wildlife Viewing Area

    • Narrow Gauge Railroad

    • Outlet Stores

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ski area

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Peaceful Haven in Colorado

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    If you want a quiet haven in a historical setting, you must visit the Peck House. I always find time to stop by on my way to Breckenridge, if only for a gourmet meal. The dinner menu is outstanding with quality that can match any restaurant in Colorado


    Peck House

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Great historical place in Colorado. Gary's cooking is outstanding.


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