The Splendid Vista Cottage was a wonderful place to getaway from the city and enjoy our anniversary with no cell phone service, wi-fi, traffic nor street lights we were able to enjoy the peace and quiet, dark skies and amazing mountain views together in this very romantic setting. With no restaurants nearby we enjoyed planning intimate meals togethers, watching the horses, birds, deer and other creatures out the window. The cottage gives you all the modern amenities with the views you might enjoy during a camping trip.
During our stay we road and dined on the nearby Royal Gorge Railroad where the views were incredible. We also took a drive up Billy Humble Road toward the reservoir and to Salida to the local Walmart for groceries both of which had unforgettable views. Lastly, although it is hard to top the cottage our visit to Westcliffe and the Smokey Jack Observatory only 12 miles away was unsurpassed and a must do if you can get a reservation on a clear night.