Papa's Place — Historic 1BR Brick Loft, Walk to Main St Leadville

Summary:

Renovated 1900s brick loft in the Old Saint Vincent — 3 blocks to Main St Leadville. 14-ft ceilings, exposed original brick, corner fireplace. Sleeps 4 (queen + sofa bed).

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✔ 3-Block Walk to Main St

✔ Historic 1900s Brick — 14-ft Ceilings

✔ Corner Fireplace + Record Player

✔ Full Kitchen + Dishwasher

✔ In-Unit Washer/Dryer

✔ Dedicated Workspace



★ "Apartment has a great history" — VRBO Guest



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» 1 block ➔ Mineral Belt Trail

» 15 min ➔ Ski Cooper

» 27 min ➔ Copper Mountain



The Space:

Papa's Place occupies Unit 102 of the historic Old Saint Vincent — a fully renovated 1900s brick building in the heart of downtown Leadville. 621 sq ft, 14-ft ceilings, exposed original brick, corner fireplace under original fixtures.



➔ Living Room (main floor)

Sectional seating, corner electric fireplace, Smart TV (Netflix + HBO), record player with vinyl collection. Tall historic windows, abundant natural light under 14-ft ceilings.



➔ Kitchen (open to living)

Full kitchen — dishwasher, oven, stovetop, full-size fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker. Cookware, dishware, and utensils stocked for cooking for 2 or 4.



➔ Dining + Workspace (off kitchen)

Counter-height dining for 4 plus a dedicated workspace with strong Wi-Fi.



➔ Bedroom (queen)

Queen bed with log-cabin quilt, exposed brick accent wall, Smart TV (Netflix + HBO), direct access to full bathroom.



➔ Bathroom (full)

Shower/tub combo, wood vanity, hair dryer, towels provided. Recently upgraded water heaters deliver strong, reliable hot showers.



➔ Laundry (in-unit)

Stackable washer + dryer inside the unit. Detergent provided.



Bed configuration:

• Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed

• Living Room: 1 Pull-Out Queen Sofa Bed

• Sleeps 4



Pros

✔ Real 1900s brick character — not a themed build-out

✔ 3-block walk to every Main St restaurant, bar, and coffee shop

✔ Mineral Belt Trail access one block from the front door



Cons

✔ No elevator — historic building, stairs only

✔ No central heat — electric baseboards + fireplace; bring layers Dec–Feb



Guest Access:

You have the entire 1-bedroom loft to yourself — please make yourself at home.



Check-in is self-service via a keypad. After you book, we'll email you a link to our digital guidebook with your access code and building entry instructions — watch for that email before you arrive. If you don't see it, check spam or message us through VRBO and we'll resend.



Parking: One off-street spot is included with the unit. Additional vehicles can park on the street nearby.



The Neighborhood:

Papa's Place sits three blocks from Harrison Avenue — Leadville's Main Street — with walking access to the town's restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and historic sites. The Mineral Belt Trail, an 11.6-mile paved loop around the historic mining district, starts one block from the front door.



Leadville itself sits at 10,152 ft — the highest incorporated city in North America — surrounded by more 14,000-ft peaks than anywhere else in the Rockies. 360-degree mountain views from the neighborhood.



» 3 min walk ➔ Main Street / Harrison Ave

» 1 block ➔ Mineral Belt Trail

» 3 min walk ➔ Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad

» 5 min walk ➔ Healy House Museum

» 7 min walk ➔ National Mining Hall of Fame

» 15 min drive ➔ Ski Cooper

» 27 min drive ➔ Copper Mountain

» 30 min drive ➔ Mt. Elbert Trailhead

» 45 min drive ➔ Vail / Breckenridge



Getting Around:

A car is recommended. Downtown Leadville is fully walkable from Papa's Place, but the ski areas, Turquoise Lake, and 14er trailheads all require a short drive. Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) is minimal and unreliable here — plan to drive or pre-book any transport.



Airports:

• Denver International (DEN): ~2 hours

• Eagle County (EGE): ~1 hour

• Aspen (ASE): ~2 hr 15 min (summer only; Independence Pass closes in winter)



From I-70, take Exit 195 and follow Highway 91 south over Fremont Pass. Plowed year-round — check COtrip.org during snowstorms.



Other Things to Note:

License # 004338



No pets — Old Saint Vincent HOA rules do not permit pets in the building.



Smoke-free — no smoking in the unit, stairways, entryways, or anywhere on the building exterior.



Parking: One off-street spot per unit. No RVs, boats, or trailers. Additional vehicles park on the street.



No elevator: Historic building — all access is via stairs. Factor this in if traveling with an infant, small children, or mobility limitations.



Baseboard heaters: Electric baseboard heaters run along the walls and get hot to the touch. Supervise young children accordingly.



Winter temperatures: Historic building with original windows. No central heat — on the coldest winter nights it can feel cool. The corner fireplace, a space heater, and extra blankets are provided. Bring layers December through February.



Altitude: Leadville sits above 10,000 ft. Some guests experience headaches, dizziness, or fatigue — drink extra water, go easy on alcohol your first night, consider travel insurance.



Interaction with Guests:

Our team is here throughout your stay — available or invisible, your call. Message us anytime and we'll respond within an hour during the day. You have full private access to the unit; we only come by if you ask.