Salida, Colorado had its beginning as a railroad town.  At the turn of the century the Denver and Rio Grande was at the heart of commerce with a narrow-gauge crossing high mountain regions providing services to small mining communities and a standard-guage running beside the beautiful Arkansas River through the Royal Gorge.  Salida was a division  point for the railroad, had a large roundhouse to repair locomotives, a hospital for railroad employees, and provided goods and sevices for those living and passing through this wonderous mountain town.

Ah but things have changed and today Salida is known for it's variety of summer and winter recreational activities as well as gorgeous mountain ranges and beautiful weather.  In the August 2004 issue of Outside Magazine, Salida Colorado was included on their list of "20 Dream Towns". What a place to live, what a place to visit, what a place to VACATION!

Located in Salida's oldest residential district this sweet l908 duplex offers two ideal accommodations. Whether you travel as a couple, family or small group of friends, these cottages offer privacy, charm, comfort, convenience and versatility.  This building has experienced little change to take away from it's integrity. In the former parlors, now serving as second bedrooms, are cast iron stoves dated l890 surrounded with the original tile and fireplace mantels. Each cottage has pocket doors, large footed bathtubs with showers, and wall-hung sinks. A back deck provides privacy and quiet for an early morning cup of coffee. A gas grill is available for a late afternoon cookout. Small front porches with comfortable seating are ideal for relaxation and catching a great sunset. These rental cottages are the perfect alternative to hotel or motel lodging for your stay in beautiful downtown Salida. All is within easy walking distance and just minutes to local antique shops, galleries, restaurants, and entertainment. Consider Century House Cottages your “home away from home” in Salida, CO.