House in Denver, CO
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this house rental
The Barney Lancelot Ford Estate - better known as the High St. Speakeasy - is an 1890 craftsman Victorian in City Park West. A Denver landmark, fully modernized, and built for a good time. Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, sleeps six. We just finished a full year-long remodel, so there's no deferred maintenance and nothing tired about it.
It's a natural fit for couples traveling together or a group of friends who want a base with real character instead of another beige rental.
The house is full of unique, intimate spaces. The restored parlor is the showpiece: original millwork, an Alexa-enabled stereo, and a speakeasy atmosphere that turns the first round of the night into an event. Upstairs, a second living room with a plush massage chair, an Xbox, and a full-size TV gives everyone room to spread out. There's a themed room, a full kitchen, and pockets throughout the house where you can slip away for a quiet conversation or regroup before heading back out.
Outside, a covered gazebo off the deck holds the hot tub and a couch - the gathering spot, afternoon or 2 a.m. Add string lights, a fire pit, and room to grill, and the backyard becomes its own destination. Both front and back yards are fully fenced with locking gates, so dogs can be off leash the whole stay.
Location is the headline. Colfax Avenue is one block away: theaters, taprooms, cocktail bars, and some of the best live music in the country. 17th Avenue Restaurant Row is one block the other direction, running from casual patios to reservation-worthy dinners. You're in the heart of Denver and you won't need a car to enjoy it. Scooters and bikes are on every corner when you want to range farther.
There's history here too. Recognized by the Denver Historical Society, the home is named for Barney Lancelot Ford - a pioneering Colorado entrepreneur who built hotels, restaurants and businesses across the young state and became one of Denver's most prominent civic figures. His portrait is set in stained glass at the State Capitol, and PBS made a documentary about him. Worth knowing about the house you're sleeping in.
WHAT'S HERE
Bedroom 1: king bed plus air mattress. Bedroom 2: double bed. Bedroom 3: two single beds.
2.5 bathrooms, full kitchen, air conditioning, laundry
Restored music parlor with Alexa-enabled stereo
Second living room with massage chair, Xbox and full-size TV
Hot tub in the covered deck gazebo, plus fire pit, string lights and grill space
Fully fenced front and back yards with locking gates
Smart locks and full home automation
Free street parking out front
NEARBY, ROUGHLY BY DISTANCE
Ogden Theatre - 0.5 mi, 10-min walk
Fillmore Auditorium - 0.7 mi, 14-min walk
Cheesman Park - 1 mi, 15-min walk
Denver Zoo - 1 mi, 20-min walk
Bluebird Theater - 1.2 mi, 20-min walk
Denver Botanic Gardens - 1.2 mi, 25-min walk
Denver Art Museum - 2 mi, 10-min drive
16th Street Mall - 2 mi, 10-min drive
Meow Wolf - 2.1 mi, 7-min drive
Coors Field - 2.4 mi, 10-min drive
Mission Ballroom - 2.5 mi, 8-min drive
Union Station - 2.7 mi, 12-min drive
Ball Arena - 3 mi, 12-min drive
Empower Field at Mile High - 3.5 mi, 12-min drive
Red Rocks Amphitheatre - 20 mi, or catch the Red Rocks shuttle two blocks away at Illegal Pete's
Denver International Airport - 26 mi, 31-min drive
GOOD TO KNOW
Dogs are welcome - up to two, 50 lbs max each, with a pet fee. Message us about your pups before you book. No cats, sorry.
Parking is free on the street out front and there's almost always a spot within a few doors. Check the posted signs, since a couple of nearby blocks have permit hours.
The whole house is yours, along with both yards and the hot tub. We're nearby and glad to help with restaurant picks, ticket advice, or anything that comes up mid-stay. Otherwise we'll leave you to enjoy the house.
The house is cleaned thoroughly between stays. If something isn't right when you walk in, tell us and we'll take care of it the same day.
Come for a show, a game, or a weekend that gets away from you a little. This is an unforgettable stay in the middle of everything Denver does well.
It's a natural fit for couples traveling together or a group of friends who want a base with real character instead of another beige rental.
The house is full of unique, intimate spaces. The restored parlor is the showpiece: original millwork, an Alexa-enabled stereo, and a speakeasy atmosphere that turns the first round of the night into an event. Upstairs, a second living room with a plush massage chair, an Xbox, and a full-size TV gives everyone room to spread out. There's a themed room, a full kitchen, and pockets throughout the house where you can slip away for a quiet conversation or regroup before heading back out.
Outside, a covered gazebo off the deck holds the hot tub and a couch - the gathering spot, afternoon or 2 a.m. Add string lights, a fire pit, and room to grill, and the backyard becomes its own destination. Both front and back yards are fully fenced with locking gates, so dogs can be off leash the whole stay.
Location is the headline. Colfax Avenue is one block away: theaters, taprooms, cocktail bars, and some of the best live music in the country. 17th Avenue Restaurant Row is one block the other direction, running from casual patios to reservation-worthy dinners. You're in the heart of Denver and you won't need a car to enjoy it. Scooters and bikes are on every corner when you want to range farther.
There's history here too. Recognized by the Denver Historical Society, the home is named for Barney Lancelot Ford - a pioneering Colorado entrepreneur who built hotels, restaurants and businesses across the young state and became one of Denver's most prominent civic figures. His portrait is set in stained glass at the State Capitol, and PBS made a documentary about him. Worth knowing about the house you're sleeping in.
WHAT'S HERE
Bedroom 1: king bed plus air mattress. Bedroom 2: double bed. Bedroom 3: two single beds.
2.5 bathrooms, full kitchen, air conditioning, laundry
Restored music parlor with Alexa-enabled stereo
Second living room with massage chair, Xbox and full-size TV
Hot tub in the covered deck gazebo, plus fire pit, string lights and grill space
Fully fenced front and back yards with locking gates
Smart locks and full home automation
Free street parking out front
NEARBY, ROUGHLY BY DISTANCE
Ogden Theatre - 0.5 mi, 10-min walk
Fillmore Auditorium - 0.7 mi, 14-min walk
Cheesman Park - 1 mi, 15-min walk
Denver Zoo - 1 mi, 20-min walk
Bluebird Theater - 1.2 mi, 20-min walk
Denver Botanic Gardens - 1.2 mi, 25-min walk
Denver Art Museum - 2 mi, 10-min drive
16th Street Mall - 2 mi, 10-min drive
Meow Wolf - 2.1 mi, 7-min drive
Coors Field - 2.4 mi, 10-min drive
Mission Ballroom - 2.5 mi, 8-min drive
Union Station - 2.7 mi, 12-min drive
Ball Arena - 3 mi, 12-min drive
Empower Field at Mile High - 3.5 mi, 12-min drive
Red Rocks Amphitheatre - 20 mi, or catch the Red Rocks shuttle two blocks away at Illegal Pete's
Denver International Airport - 26 mi, 31-min drive
GOOD TO KNOW
Dogs are welcome - up to two, 50 lbs max each, with a pet fee. Message us about your pups before you book. No cats, sorry.
Parking is free on the street out front and there's almost always a spot within a few doors. Check the posted signs, since a couple of nearby blocks have permit hours.
The whole house is yours, along with both yards and the hot tub. We're nearby and glad to help with restaurant picks, ticket advice, or anything that comes up mid-stay. Otherwise we'll leave you to enjoy the house.
The house is cleaned thoroughly between stays. If something isn't right when you walk in, tell us and we'll take care of it the same day.
Come for a show, a game, or a weekend that gets away from you a little. This is an unforgettable stay in the middle of everything Denver does well.
Amenities at The High St. Speakeasy - 1890 Victorian, Hot Tub, Walk to Colfax
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Denver, CO
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2023
The house was wonderful for myself and my daughter, son and grandchildren. We could walk to see about everything or take a short Uber ride to wherever we want to go . the house accommodated us all we could separate from each other. We enjoyed the outdoor backyard . Would definitely stay there again if you were going to Denver if it was available.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2022
Great neighborhood. The access to downtown was perfect. The house itself has some much character and is perfect. Our stay was for a work trip and we comfortably fit 5 adults. Would be perfect for a family vacation as well.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2022
Just so quaint and eclectic! Very well stocked, and instructions/history so well written.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2022
The home was exactly what we expected. Thank you for the great experience.
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