Hwy 91 Cabin — Rustic Log Cabin, Leadville

Hwy 91 Log Cabin is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom rustic log home located on US Highway 91, north of Leadville, Colorado, at 10,152 feet elevation. The cabin sleeps 4 guests in two queen beds — one on the upper level, one on the lower level — making it ideal for a couple, a solo traveler seeking solitude, or a small family wanting authentic mountain experience. The main living space centers on a wood-burning stove, which serves as both heat source and focal point. The full kitchen is equipped with essentials. The upper deck opens to mountain views and clear night skies — the cabin's defining feature after a day on the slopes or trails. Two full bathrooms handle the occupancy. The cabin includes WiFi, a washer/dryer, and a TV. The wood stove is the primary heating method — there is no air conditioning, but at this elevation and distance from town, the mountain air stays cool even in summer. Ski Cooper is 25 minutes north on US-24. Copper Mountain is 25–40 minutes east via I-70. Downtown Leadville (Harrison Avenue, brewpubs, restaurants) is 7–10 minutes south. Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive trailheads are 25–26 minutes south. Turquoise Lake is 12–15 minutes away. Vail is 45–55 minutes via I-70. No air conditioning. Pet-free home. Managed by Traverse Hospitality. Pets: Not allowed. Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Additional rules: . The Hwy 91 Log Cabin is a rustic two-bedroom, two-bathroom log home configured for four guests. The structure features full log-wall construction, characteristic of mountain cabins built for seasonal use and cold-weather resilience. The upper level holds a bedroom with a queen bed, one full bathroom, and the main living area. The main living area contains a wood-burning stove (the primary heat source), a full kitchen with standard appliances, a dining area, and access to the upper deck. The deck is the cabin's highlight — mountain views, clear night sky, and the quietest air you'll find within 20 miles. The lower level holds a second bedroom (queen bed) and another full bathroom, providing privacy for two guests or a couple with a friend. Laundry facilities are in the cabin. WiFi is available. A TV provides entertainment if weather or time calls for it. Heating: The wood-burning stove is the primary heat source. No central heating or air conditioning. At 10,152 ft elevation, outdoor temperatures range from the 40s–50s in summer nights to well below freezing in winter. Windows can be opened for cross-ventilation, and the stove provides warmth. Guests should be comfortable with a working fireplace as the main heat. Design: Rustic log construction. No luxury finishes, no minimalist aesthetics. The cabin is built and furnished for mountain living, not downtown style. We do utilize a weblink outside the platform that directs guests to our guidebook. You will receive an email with this link. This is the ONLY way guests can access check-in information, and facilitates the collection of fees and other special requests/upgraded services we offer. To protect your stay, you'll choose one of two options during online check-in: a $150 refundable security deposit (a temporary card hold, released after checkout) or a small damage waiver ($7/night, max $40). Guests have the full cabin, both decks, and the surrounding property. Parking is available at the cabin. Door code, WiFi password, stove operation instructions, and wood supply information arrive by email before your stay. Check-in instructions and a Leadville area guide (trailheads, ski conditions, restaurants, emergency contacts) are provided via email. We respond to messages quickly — most guests never need us, but we're one text away if you do. Traverse Hospitality manages the Hwy 91 Log Cabin. Your check-in instructions, door code, WiFi password, stove-operation guide, wood-supply information, and a full Leadville area guide arrive by email before your stay. The guide includes walking-distance restaurants, trailhead locations, ski conditions and drive times, and emergency contacts. We monitor messages daily and respond quickly — most guests manage fine on their own, but we're one text away if you need anything during your stay. The Hwy 91 Log Cabin is located on US Highway 91 north of Leadville, Colorado, at 10,152 feet elevation. The neighborhood is rural residential and wooded, without the foot traffic or commercial activity of downtown Leadville. The location is engineered for guests seeking mountain quiet and ski-day efficiency: 25 minutes north to Ski Cooper, yet 7–10 minutes south to downtown Harrison Avenue if you want restaurants or shops. Year-round outdoor access: hiking (Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive trailheads 25–26 min south), fly fishing (Arkansas River headwaters, Twin Lakes 20–25 min south, Turquoise Lake 12–15 min), snowshoeing and Nordic skiing (Mineral Belt Trail, 10–15 min), downhill skiing (Ski Cooper 25 min, Copper Mountain 25–40 min, Vail / Beaver Creek 45–55 min east via I-70), and Independence Pass to Aspen in summer (1.5–2 hours in summer only; pass closed November–May). Downtown Leadville (7–10 minutes south by car): Periodic Brewing, High Mountain Pies, Treeline Kitchen, Melanzana fleece headquarters, the Delaware Hotel, and the Tabor Opera House provide food, drink, shopping, and 19th-century mining-town history. The setting is quiet and isolated by design — no commercial development within sight, no cell service in some areas (plan accordingly), no light pollution. The trade-off: you'll see stars and hear silence, which most guests find worth the 10-minute drive to town. LICENSE: 2026-109 ALTITUDE: The cabin sits at 10,152 feet elevation. Plan your first 24 hours easy: drink double your usual water, ease up on alcohol, and avoid heavy exertion on arrival day. Altitude sickness symptoms include headache, nausea, and shortness of breath. We cannot offer refunds for altitude sickness — if you're prone, consider travel insurance. WOOD STOVE: The wood-burning stove is the primary heat source. Full instructions arrive in your email. You'll use it every night from October–April and possibly in shoulder seasons. If you dislike wood heat or open flame, this cabin may not suit you. NO A/C: No air conditioning is installed. Nights in the Leadville area stay in the 40s–50s even in July. Windows and cross-breezes handle daytime warmth. At this elevation, A/C is uncommon and unnecessary. NO CELL SERVICE: Cell service is intermittent in this area of Hwy 91. WiFi is available in the cabin. If you rely on cell reception, plan accordingly. Emergency calls via WiFi are supported. ISOLATION: The cabin is 7–10 minutes from town and 25 minutes from Ski Cooper. It's a quiet, rural location. If you expect walkable shops or restaurants, downtown Leadville is a short drive. If you expect door-to-door delivery or immediate services, this is not the cabin. WEATHER: US-24 is maintained year-round, but winter weather is common October–April. 4WD or winter tires are recommended. Check mountain pass conditions before you drive. PARKING: Ample parking. The driveway is plowed in winter, but you should plan for snow management. NO PETS: Pet-free home. Bringing a pet will result in either removal or a $500 pet fee to cover additional cleaning. TRASH & RECYCLING: Trash pick-up day is Friday. Please roll the bin to the curb Friday morning if staying through the weekend. WILDLIFE: The cabin is in a wooded area at elevation. Expect the occasional insect or small critter. Keep doors closed. We pest-treat regularly. CHILDREN: Families are welcome. The cabin is not child-proofed — please supervise young children, particularly around the wood stove and deck. ARRIVAL EMAIL: Look for our arrival email with a link to the digital guidebook — check your spam folder. The guidebook has your door code, WiFi password, stove instructions, and local tips.