This idyllic 98-year-old cottage is only 20 minutes from downtown Colroado Springs but feels miles and years away from urban environs. The wonderful town of Woodland Park is as easily accessible "up the hill". Surrounded by trees and wild flowers, the first cup of coffee is best on the patio in summer or in the sitting room with it's multiple windows. Over the past several years, the property has enjoyed some important updates. Hot water heater 2019, new wall heater 2019, new energy star refrigerator 2019, new roof with high impact shingles and new gutters 2018, updated bath with a walkin shower, newer deck accessed by an updated sliding glass door 2019, updated insulation in the attic and walls. This property yearns to be a quiet retreat with easy commutes or to be a delightful VRBO. The cottage, which has always been a year round residence, is ideally located for so many of the Pikes Peak Region's notable historic and natural attractions. Please note this offering is in an estate and is being marketed strictly "as is". Due to probate requirements, earliest closing would be Sept.18, 2026. PLEASE OBSERVE THE PARKING REQUESTS. DO NOT BLOCK THE ADJACENT/PERPENDICULAR NEIGHBOR'S DRIVEWAY. IT WOULD BE BEST TO PARK AT THE TOP OF THE DRIVE ADJACENT TO THE ENTRANCE DOOR NEAR THE GARAGE OR AT THE FOOT OF THE DRIVE ON THE PARKING ADJACENT TO FOUNTAIN AVENUE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION OF THE NEIGHBORS.