Wash Park Modern Smart Home | Chef's Kitchen - Denver

You will love my super unique, modern & tastefully decorated smart home designed for couples, digital nomads, music/art lovers and families. Centrally located in highly desirable Wash Park, minutes from downtown Denver.

Experience theater-quality movies with surround sound, play one of my musical instruments & work remotely with fast WiFi. Relax in the secluded backyard under the elder tree or host a BBQ. Enjoy smart tech, a fully loaded kitchen & 2 free parking spots, with L2 EV charger.

Your stay matters to me, and so does fee transparency. Please note that approximately 31% of your booking total goes directly to Airbnb and government taxes. As part of my commitment to fee transparency, I will share a detailed, itemized receipt with you after booking.

My home is right in the heart of Central Denver, a few blocks away from Wash Park and Smith Lake, in one of Denver's best residential neighborhoods. The perfect location offers unparalleled convenience and quick access to all areas of interest! Just enough fun smart technology to be easy to operate and not too technically overwhelming, while remaining cozy & comfortable.

The home offers an inviting atmosphere and is elevated above street level and fully soundproofed, providing guests with complete privacy. Enjoy free parking, top-notch amenities, intricate lighting options, and a cozy, comfortable bed. With ample space for up to 4 guests and plenty of room to entertain and host gatherings in the outdoor area, it's a perfect retreat for couples, remote working professionals or small groups / families.

Shoot me a message if you have any questions or special requests, and add my listing to your wishlist by clicking the ❤️ in the upper-right corner!

NEW - I'm now partnering with Local Artists to include rotating artwork in my house. You'll be able to learn about the artist and purchase artwork right from my home!

☆☆ HIGHLIGHTS ☆☆

✔ Sleeps 4 in a modern 960 sqft. home
✔ Adjustable queen-sized Sleep Number bed
✔ Full bathroom w/ extra-deep bathtub + essential toiletries
✔ 65” Samsung Frame TV w/ Apple TV & iPad, 6.2 surround sound system, sleeper sofa + indoor fireplace
✔ Fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances
✔ Large L-shaped work desk w/ 27” Dell monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse + anti-fatigue standing mat
✔ Family-friendly; travel crib, kids and baby amenities (extra fee for some items)
✔ Private backyard w/BBQ Grill & outdoor dining
✔ Musical Instruments
✔ Dogs welcome (pet fee applies)
✔ Smart-tech amenities (including dimmable, colored lighting)
✔ Assorted exercise equipment; Bowflex exercise machine, free weights + yoga mats
✔ Samsung washing machine + dryer
✔ 2 free private parking spots + Level 2 EV Charger
✔ Massage Table (available upon request, extra fee applies)
✔ Park and Picnic Package (available upon request, extra fee applies)
✔ Keyless, Smart Lock Self Check-in
✔ 95 Walk Score (walkable to dining, park, shopping, pubs, coffee, and supermarket)

★ "Absolutely has to be the best home I have ever stayed in an Airbnb..."

☆☆ BEDROOM ☆☆

Featuring a stylish, frosted glass barn door, hardwood floors, an adjustable Sleep Number queen bed, and blackout blinds and curtains, the bedroom is a blend of style and comfort.

✔ Sleep Number queen-sized bed, adjustable
✔ Soft, natural fiber plush bedding
✔ Extra linens, pillows, blankets (including electric) + laptop stands available in the closet
✔ Dresser, closet + night stands
✔ Room darkening blackout wood-slatted shades + blackout curtains
✔ 2-Zone Dimmable canned ceiling lights + dimmable bedside lamps
✔ Ceiling fan, Boneco Air Washer, portable fan + space heater
✔ Bluetooth speaker
✔ Acoustic guitar

★ "...the bed was very comfortable, and we slept quite well."

☆☆ BATHROOM ☆☆

Meticulously decorated, sparkling clean, and equipped with a luxurious extra-deep bathtub, my beautiful bathroom is a haven of relaxation. You can enjoy a luxurious soak in the tub with natural shower products including shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Extra fluffy towels, hand towels and washcloths are always waiting in the closet.

✔ Extra deep tub, expanded shower head + bath caddy
✔ Complimentary toiletries provided (including natural shampoo, conditioner + body wash)
✔ Hair dryer, curling iron + hair straightener
✔ Fresh towels, luxury velour spa robes
✔ Dimmable bathroom lighting
✔ Iron + steamer

★ "...the bedroom and bath are luxurious and comfortable and the entire place is stylishly decorated."

☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆

My kitchen is equipped with every modern convenience the culinary artist would need. From rice steamers, to egg strainers for that perfect Benedict, my kitchen has you covered!

Enjoy cooking all your favorite meals or draw inspiration from my cookbook collection. Gather around the extendable dining table to enjoy unforgettable meals or step outside to dine under the sunny Mile High blue skies.

The stovetop has changeable panels - you can switch out a glass stovetop for a griddle or indoor grill, it's a pancake and bacon making machine!

7-11 is only 3 blocks away, so you can grab some creamer for your coffee or a few snacks as soon as you arrive. Safeway and Natural Grocers are also only 10 blocks away and Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are a quick 5 minute drive. The kitchen offers storage space for your groceries.

✔ Fully stocked kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances (including JennAir oven and stove w/ changeable panels, extra large refrigerator + microwave & dishwasher)
✔ 2 filtered water options
✔ Complimentary coffee & tea station w/ Ninja Hot & Cold Brew machine + French press
✔ Extra kitchen gadgets; sous vide machine, InstaPot, Crock-Pot, juicer, blender, breadmaker, toaster, PrepDeck + more
✔ Extendable dining table (set for 4, but can accommodate 6)
✔ Bar cabinet w/ various glassware (decanter, shot glasses, wine glasses + more) + tonic water
✔ Complimentary condiments; oils, vinegars, spices, honey + more
✔ Full buffet w/ assorted dishware for outdoor dining (including, service bowls, kids’ tableware + sushi plates)

★ "... a fabulously equipped kitchen and outdoor area ready to cook, grill, and entertain to your heart’s content."

☆☆ LIVING ROOM ☆☆

The spacious living room has a cozy feel and is an entertainment hub with assorted musical instruments, books, board games, and a high end 6.2 surround sound system. Relax on an enormous couch in front of a roaring fire, power up the subwoofer, draw the blinds, and escape into the comfortable seating area with the latest blockbuster. The entire home is sound-proofed for your enjoyment!

Stream music via Bluetooth to the brand new Denon receiver which is custom tuned to the space, or plug your device directly into it, for an even higher quality sound experience. Take complete control of all the home's smart devices with the iPad or Siri voice commands.

✔ 65” Samsung Frame smart TV above a stone gas fireplace
✔ 6.2 surround sound system with AppleTV + iPad
✔ Vaulted / high ceilings
✔ Denon Bluetooth receiver
✔ Oversized Crate & Barrel sectional couch (including pullout sleeper sofa for an additional sleeping option)
✔ Board games, reading materials + musical instruments
✔ Air purifiers, smart robot vacuum
✔ L-shaped adjustable height workstation; 27” Dell Monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse, anti-fatigue standing mat, wired/wireless charging stations, + basic office supplies
✔ Fast Wi-Fi + ethernet cable for even faster speeds

★ "...absolutely loved the living room set up with surround sound and the comfy couch."

☆☆ OUTDOOR SPACE ☆☆

The private deck and patio is encased in a tall privacy fence offering a sense of seclusion in the big city. Romantic lights flicker on in the evenings and you can curl up on the couch or flip burgers on the Genesis BBQ grill while the stone fireplace sparks softly in the background.

The outdoor dining area offers room for up to eight and an extra large umbrella to keep you cool in the sunny Mile-High summers. This is the perfect space for an outdoor gathering. My neighbors are relaxed, friendly and helpful if any unexpected issues arise.

✔ Fully-fenced private backyard oasis w/ Crate & Barrel outdoor lounge furniture + gas fire pit
✔ Outdoor dining table w/ Weber Genesis gas BBQ grill, seating for 8 + extra-large parasol
✔ Automatic ambient lighting
✔ Deck box w/ extra cushions
✔ Perfect space for your dog to roam about!

★ "...the outdoor patio is beautiful and we really enjoyed spending our mornings/evenings in that space each day of our stay."

☆☆ BASEMENT ☆☆

✔ Exercise equipment (Bowflex exercise machine + free weights)
✔ Full-size Samsung washing machine + dryer
✔ Extra dining chairs + table extender
✔ Park & picnic package (including chairs, cooler, water jug, blanket, camping tent + more); available upon request (extra fee applies)
✔ Extra adjustable height desk and office chair
✔ Extra fans, cleaning/house supplies

☆☆ EXTRAS ☆☆

My home has central heating on a Nest thermostat and central AC (evaporative cooling system). The home is well insulated, and includes a solar attic fan. Additional fans & space heater are available if you need them.

✔ Fast, Level 2, 50amp EV Charger with Tesla Charging Cable
✔ Doggy Poop bags
✔ LED Candles
✔ Kids and Baby amenities (shoot me a message with questions!)

☆☆ NEIGHBORHOOD ☆☆

Iconic Wash Park is a safe neighborhood and an ideal location in central Denver. The walkable neighborhood has a Rockwellian feel, with its lush landscaping, awning-covered storefronts and beautiful park, just a 10 minute walk away. At Wash Park, you can enjoy time by the lake, boathouse and picnic pavilion. The recreation center also offers yoga classes and other activities. A handful of great local restaurants and coffee shops are a short walk away.

★★ ACTIVITIES/ATTRACTIONS ★★

Blessed with plenty of sunshine, the Mile High City is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream destination, but whether you’re visiting Denver for work or pleasure, my comfortable home is an excellent base for your stay and the perfect place to make your temporary home during your stay.

✔ Business-Friendly Location: Ideally located just 8.8 miles from the Denver Tech Center, 2.9 miles from the Colorado Convention Center, and 3.7 miles from Coors Field, offering convenience for business professionals and post-meeting entertainment options.

✔ Couples’ Activities: Take a romantic stroll through the lush landscapes of Denver Botanic Gardens (2.5 miles), explore the historic architecture, boutique shops, and fine dining dotted around Larimer Square (3.3 miles), or enjoy a starlit concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre (15.2 miles).

✔ Small Group Activities: Boost teamwork skills at the immersive EscapeWorks Denver (3.3 miles), embark on a self-guided tour of Denver’s renowned craft breweries, or spend half a day hiking in Evergreen (30 minute drive).

✔ Dining and Shopping: Meander through high-end retailers and upscale eateries at Cherry Creek Shopping Center (1.5 miles), explore the eclectic shops and antique stores along the vibrant South Broadway (SoBo, 1 mile), or stroll along the pedestrian-friendly Baker or South Pearl Street neighborhoods to explore an eclectic mix of of taverns, vintage shops, fashion boutiques and casual brewpubs.

✔ Art and Music: Browse my online guidebook for art and live music options including Meow Wolf (10 minute drive) and the Santa Fe Art District (7 minute drive), home to Denver's First Friday Art Walk. The River North or RiNo Art district is also only a 15 minute drive away and features a vibrant, engaging and in independent community and many diverse activities. Reach out to me for recommendations on seasonal events, farmer's markets, cultural experiences, local favorites and underground music affairs.

✔ Neighborhoods: My home is a short drive from many of Denver's fantastic neighborhoods that I didn't even mention, including both Cheesman and City Parks, Sloans Lake, Lower Highlands and Capitol Hill. All of Denver is mere minutes away.

Downtown Denver/Union Station: 3.4 Miles
Empower Field (Broncos Stadium): 3.7 miles
Ball Arena (Nuggets/Avalanche): 3.7 miles
Coors Field (Rockies Stadium): 3.9 miles
Denver Botanic Gardens: 2.5 Miles
Denver Museum of Nature & Science: 4.5 miles
Red Rocks Amphitheater: 15 miles
Denver Zoo: 4.3 miles
Colorado State Capitol: 2.2 miles
Molly Brown House Museum: 2 miles
Denver International Airport: 21 miles
Boulder: 30 miles
Keystone Ski Resort: 76 miles (1 hr 10 min)
Breckenridge: 81 miles (1 hr 25 min)
Vail: 97 miles (1 hr 35 min)

☆☆ TRANSPORTATION ☆☆

Bus lines: 2 min walk
Broadway Light Rail Station: 20 min walk/5 min drive
B-Cycle Station: 2 blocks away
Uber and Lyft are always only minutes away

✹ GENERAL: Guests can enjoy private access to the entire home.

✹ COMPLIMENTARY ESSENTIALS: Guests are provided with natural toiletries and cleaning products, a selection of organic tea and coffee (ground and whole bean), condiments, LED candles, and doggy poop bags.

✹ PARKING: Free parking is available for 2 vehicles in the alley, plus additional street parking is available. Level 2, 50 amp EV charger with a Tesla charging cable is available for your convenience.

✹ WORK FROM HOME: Free, high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the home (with Ethernet cable connection at the workstation).

✹ FAMILY: Traveling with little ones? I've got you covered with a few supplies including a 3-in-1 travel crib, Pack ‘n Play/Bassinet, high chair, children’s tableware, fireplace guards, and books/toys. A baby bath, changing table, and baby monitor can also be made available, on request. Extra fee applies for some items, please inquire.

✹ PET FRIENDLY: Well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay, for an additional fee of $300. Only 1 dog is allowed per stay. Unfortunately, I cannot accommodate cats.

I'm always available via AirBnB messenger & text, to assist with any inquiries or recommendations you may need during your stay.

Washington (Wash) Park is one of the most desirable and safe neighborhoods in Denver, a few blocks away from my house. The neighborhood has a Rockwellian feel, with its lush landscaping, and awning covered storefronts.

Perfect for families, couples, friends, and those wanting to be within easy access to downtown, Rino District, South Broadway, Capitol Hill, and Cherry Creek.

Spacious and energetic, the park boasts paddle boats on a large duck pond, a playground, walking and running trails, picnic pavilion, and friendly games of flag football, volleyball and soccer in the summer. The park also has a recreation center where you can sigh up for yoga classes and other activities.

Nearby lively South Broadway - a vivacious street on warm summer nights, lined with hip restaurants, bars & the best ice cream in town! A perfect place for a Saturday night stroll.

A short, 6 minute drive will take you to historic South Gaylord Street. This quaint neighborhood block in the heart of Wash Park features fine dining, local shops, and regular community events.

Take a 5 minute drive into downtown or head to nearby Cherry Creek for high-end shopping, and restaurants, including Matsuhisa, Denver's best Sushi Restaurant!

A 10 minute drive south of my house will take you to South Pearl Street - one of Denver’s most historic, charming, and popular shopping districts. Take a stroll down the tree-lined where you’ll find an authentic mix of real people, locally-owned one-of-a-kind shops and boutiques, and some of the city’s hottest restaurants and night spots, as well as popular seasonal events all year long.

The nearby Baker neighborhood offer an eclectic mix of neighborhood taverns, vintage clothing stores, unique eateries, bookstores, art galleries, ethnic restaurants, craft shops, an art house movie theater and hip live music venues.

South of Alameda, Broadway becomes "Antique Row," an amazing collection of nearly 100 antique stores packed into just 18 blocks. Whether you are looking for something to do or something to buy, there's a good chance you'll find it on South Broadway.

Check out Lucile's for some of the best creole-style brunch in town, just a few blocks from home. Several great restaurants, coffee shops and liquor stores are all within walking distance. Natural Grocers and Safeway are walking distance from my house and Whole Foods is less than a mile away.

Browse my online Guidebook for local dining, entertainment and sightseeing recommendations. A handful of great restaurants and coffee shops are a short walk away.

Try out a specialty liquor at Bottle Shop 33 or walk to the Country Club Liquors for local beers and an array of wines.

Local Attractions include a 7 minute drive to the art hub and the Denver Art Museum, an 8 minute drive to Meow Wolf and a 10 minute drive to Union Station and downtown Denver. Cherry Creek, Rino District, Capitol Hill, Cheesman Park, Sloan's Lake and many other great neighborhoods in Denver are all easily accessible.

Take a 20 minute drive west to check out a concert at the world famous Red Rocks Ampitheater or spend a day in the mountains.

If you have any questions about my house or things to do in Denver, send me a message, I'm happy to help and offer some recommendations. I love hosting and I'm also a huge foodie and music lover. Even if you're not staying at my place but looking for some fantastic fine dining or local event recommendations, shoot me a message and I'll give you some great local options for restaurants, nightlife or other local events.

Downtown Denver/Union Station: 3.4 Miles (10-15 min)
Empower Field (Broncos Stadium): 3.7 miles (8 min)
Pepsi Center (Nuggets Arena): 3.7 miles (8 min)
Coors Field (Rockies Stadium): 3.9 miles (10-12 min)
Denver Botanic Gardens: 2.5 Miles (10-15 min)
Denver Museum of Nature & Science: 4.5 miles (10-15mins)
Red Rocks Amphitheater: 15 miles (20-25 min)
Denver Zoo: 4.3 miles (15 min)
Colorado State Capital: 2.2 miles (10-15mins)
Molly Brown House Museum: 2 miles (5-10mins)
Denver International Airport: 21 miles (25-55 mins
Sloan's Lake: 5.2 miles (15-17 min)
Boulder: 30 miles (35-45 min)
Keystone Ski Resort: 76 miles (1 hr 10 min)
Breckenridge: 81 miles (1 hr 25 min)
Vail: 97 miles (1 hr 35 min)

You can take a train into downtown from the airport, then a short 10-15 minute Uber/Lyft ride in normal traffic to get home. You can also take an Uber or Lyft straight from the airport to the house (grab your Uber or Lyft on Level 5 at the airport).

Denver also has Lime, Lyft, Bird scooters and bikes, as well as public bike rentals. Bike paths are plentiful and you can tour nearly the whole city on a bike path that weaves through downtown and along the Platte river. There is a bike station two blocks away that features rentals called B-cycle (free for the first half hour.)

The 16th Street Mall is at the center of downtown Denver and the free mall ride will take you up and down the 1.5 mile stretch of shops and restaurants. There are also smart cars distributed throughout the neighborhood that can be easily rented with a Car2Go membership.

Distances:
Bus lines: 2 min walk
Broadway Light Rail Station: 20 min walk/5 min drive
B-Cycle Station: 2 blocks away
Uber and Lyft are always only minutes away.

✹ Easy self-check-in is available via the electronic smart lock on the front door - you will receive the code and a detailed house manual with instructions for everything you need to know about the house, before you check-in.

✹ HOUSE RULES: A basic list of house rules is available under “Additional Rules”. Please note that my insurance requires I collect certain information from guests upon booking, including phone number, address and e-mail address. Guests will be asked to sign a vacation rental agreement and agree with a full list of house rules, which are reasonable and easy to follow.

✹ HOUSEKEEPING: Walter, the smart robot vacuum cleaner (my butler), will clean the home every other day. Multiple air purifiers keep the air fresh throughout your stay. Additional housekeeping services are available at an additional charge, subject to the cleaner's schedule. Please reach out for details.

✹ SECURITY: An external doorbell camera operates from the property entrance for guest safety. It is on 24/7 and records short video clips when motion is detected, but does not record audio. I respect all of my guests' privacy.

✹ Please treat my home with care. Any stolen or damaged items or violation of house rules will result in a request for payment through Airbnb.

✹ Please send me a message if you have any questions about my house or things to do in Denver. I provide an online guidebook for more local dining, entertaining, and sightseeing recommendations. I love hosting and I’m a huge foodie and music lover, so always happy to offer recommendations – even if you’re not staying at my place!