Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn

1102 W. Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904
Innkeeper(s): Sallie & Welling Clarks
  • The Romance of the Past with the Comforts of Today...

    The Romance of the Past with the Comforts of Today...

  • Holden House is the perfect location for special occasion getaways...

    Holden House is the perfect location for special occasion getaways...

  • Relax in front of the fireplace with a good book and a cup of tea...

    Relax in front of the fireplace with a good book and a cup of tea...

  • Romance for any season...

    Romance for any season...

  • The Carriage House offers two suites each with private bath

    The Carriage House offers two suites each with private bath

  • InnCats Mingtoy and Mei-Lin especially enjoy the holiday season!

    InnCats Mingtoy and Mei-Lin especially enjoy the holiday season!

  • Longtime Innkeepers Sallie and Welling Clark and their excellent staff offer warm hospitality!

    Longtime Innkeepers Sallie and Welling Clark and their excellent staff offer warm hospitality!

  • The Pikes Peak Suite bedroom features an electric fireplace and private balcony with mountain view.

    The Pikes Peak Suite bedroom features an electric fireplace and private balcony with mountain view.

  • Holiday warmth and charm abound at Holden House during the Christmas season...

    Holiday warmth and charm abound at Holden House during the Christmas season...

  • The formal living room offers a beautifully framed oak fireplace...

    The formal living room offers a beautifully framed oak fireplace...

  • Delicious gourmet breakfasts are a hallmark of hospitality at Holden House...

    Delicious gourmet breakfasts are a hallmark of hospitality at Holden House...

  • Each suite features a fireplace...

    Each suite features a fireplace...

  • Spacious rooms and sitting areas...

    Spacious rooms and sitting areas...

  • Four poster beds and skylights...

    Four poster beds and skylights...

  • The ideal location off the beaten path...

    The ideal location off the beaten path...

  • Romantic hideaway and private baths in every suite

    Romantic hideaway and private baths in every suite

  • Bubble bath tubs for two and disabled access suite...

    Bubble bath tubs for two and disabled access suite...

  • Delicious gourmet breakfasts served in the dining room or in your suite for an additional fee.

    Delicious gourmet breakfasts served in the dining room or in your suite for an additional fee.

  • Bubble bath tubs for two...

    Bubble bath tubs for two...

  • Winter warmth on a snowy night...

    Winter warmth on a snowy night...

 

MOM'S DAY ALL MAY AT HOLDEN HOUSE B&B! 9 May 2012, 3:34 pm



Mother’s Day Special Package / Celebrate Mom / In Honor Of Mom 



Pamper Mom with a weekend getaway to the Holden House Bed and Breakfast Inn

Join us all May 2012 for a package Mother will love!

"This package includes two night accommodations in any Suite, Champagne or Cider and a bouquet of fresh flowers upon arrival."  

Each of our deluxe guest suites feature a sitting area, private bath, in-room gas fireplace (winter), central air conditioning (summer), oversized bubble bath "tub for two", color/cable TV with DVD player, telephone/modem and high-speed wireless internet, cd player/radio, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, private label amenities and your own refrigerator. 

We also offer an afternoon wine social, 24 hour coffee/tea, and our famous "bottomless cookie jar". Full gourmet breakfast is included and served in the elegant formal dining room, or in the privacy of your suite, for an additional charge.  

This weekend package is only $285.00 per couple!! 

We also have add-on packages and Gift Certificates available if you would like to make this weekend even more special – Just give us a call (888)565-3980. MAKE A RESERVATION NOW!!!



MAKIN' MUSIC AND LAUGHS IN APRIL WITH YOUR HOLDEN HOUSE STAY IN COLORADO SPRINGS 2 Apr 2012, 5:41 pm

THEATER ACT AND BED AND BREAKFAST STAY FOR TWO: Music and comedy at the Pikes Peak Center is just a short five minutes away from Holden House 1902  Bed & Breakfast in Colorado Springs in the month of April 2012. And, you can take advantage of our "Spring Forward" special. Book your stay at the inn and enjoy these great local performances for a getaway without the hassle. Make it even more special with an add-on package of breakfast en suite, champagne or flowers. In addition to arts and culture all over town, you can reserve your stay and take advantage of some amazing performances, both convenient and easy to reach with world class talent sure to please.  Your beautiful suite at Holden House is available for a great price through May 16th. Just $119/couple plus tax for a one night stay or $99/couple plus tax per night for two or more nights in a luxury suite with fireplace, full gourmet breakfast and afternoon wine social-all included.  *Theater performance prices vary based on dates, times and shows. For more information on pricing and availability of performances, visit the Pikes Peak Center website at www.PikesPeakCenter.com

APRIL 6TH: THE PASSION | LIGHT ETERNAL at 8:00 PM (Doors open 7:00 PM)  Ticket Info: Tickets on sale now! Purchase Tickets Josep Caballé-Domenech, conductor with the First Presbyterian Sanctuary Choir. A glowing evening featuring Lauridsen''s Lux Eterna, Haydn''s The Passion, excerpts from Brahms'' A German Requiem, and more.
APRIL 14-15TH: RACHMANINOFF on Saturday at 8:00 p.m. (Doors open 6:30 p.m.) or Sunday at 2:30 p.m. (Doors open at 1:00 p.m.) Tickets on sale now! Purchase Tickets Josep Caballé-Domenech, conductor, Gleb Ivanov, piano. Maestro Caballé-Domenech opens with Walton's turbulent First Sympony and closes with the concerto that secured Rachmaninoff's greatness.

COMEDY AT ITS BEST
APRIL 25TH: DANIEL TOSH at 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets on sale now! Purchase Tickets
Tosh Tour Twenty Twelve marks the second stand-up tour that COMEDY CENTRAL has produced with the comedian. In 2010, Tosh Tour Twenty Ten was a resounding success with over 75 performances in theatre-size venues, 250,000 tickets sold and $10 million in box-office revenue.

The fourth season of “Tosh.0” currently airs on Tuesday nights at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT and consists of 30 episodes to air in three installments throughout 2012 (January-March; May-July; September-November). The series premiered on June 4, 2009 and features the razor-sharp humor and biting commentary from comedian Daniel Tosh and delves into all aspects of the Internet from the absolutely absurd to the incredibly ingenious in this weekly, topical series. Each episode includes Tosh giving subjects of notorious viral videos a second chance to redeem themselves from the embarrassment with which they have become synonymous with their very own "Web Redemption."

A break-out ratings success for COMEDY CENTRAL, "Tosh.0" posted a 3.0 adults 18-49 rating and averaged 4.3 million total viewers across its third season (up +63% vs. season two). Among adults 18-34 “Tosh” was the #1 comedy series in cable for 2011 and the #1 entertainment (non-sports) program on Tuesday nights in all of television among men 18-24. The purest of multi-platform hits, the "Tosh.0" blog grew to a weekly average of nearly 2 million unique visitors by season's end.

For additional area arts and culture, check out PeakRadar.com







Holden House' Christmas Tour Success-Clearance Sale Special for the Holidays 22 Dec 2011, 4:34 pm


Beautiful Christmas and holiday decorations adorn guestrooms.
On December 4th and 11th, 2011, Sallie and Welling Clark and our amazing assistant innkeepers at Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn, conducted two special open houses to welcome local folks into the holiday spirit.  Lovely decorations, garlands, trees adorned with lights, an extensive nutcracker collection and warm hospitality were part of the events. On Dec. 4, the Clark's participated in the 17th annual Old Colorado City Holiday Bed and Breakfast and Historic Places Tour. As one of six B&Bs on the tour, almost several thousand dollars were raised for the Old Colorado City Historical Society when approximately 250 tour-goers strolled through the Holden House.  Guests were excited to see the fabulous decorations and experience a walk back in time and view the inn's six antique appointed guest suites. Thanks to the graciousness of one of our return inn-guests who had stayed at the inn the night before, live piano music filled the air as historic tour guests meandered through the Holden House' three Victorian charmers with six guest suites.

Sallie and Welling Clark greet guests at Christmas open houses.
On the following weekend, friends and family were invited to a traditional open house and offered tours with the donation of a non-perishable item for the local food pantry, Westside Cares. The following week, over 50 lbs. of canned and packaged foods were provided to help the less fortunate thanks to the many individuals that participated in the festivities. Christmas cookies and champagne punch were special treats.  New this year was the recently opened "Pikes Peak Suite", which features hardwood floors, a private living room, kitchenette and bedroom with a private balcony. This new suite can be rented by the night or through an extended stay program.

The new Pikes Peak Suite's living room/parlor
SPECIAL OFFER: Whether you've procrastinated on that last minute gift or want to give something special after the holiday, Holden House is offering a "Holiday Clearance Sale" when you buy a one night gift certificate of $150 plus tax, you'll get a second night free on  Sunday through Thursday stays when redeemed through April 2012 (some restrictions and blackout dates may apply).  This is an offer too good to pass up. Call 888-565-3980 or visit our website at www.HoldenHouse.com and click on the Gift Certificate link.

The snow is falling and firelight awaits at Holden House
in Colorado Springs
The snow is lightly falling outside and the inn will be decorated until January 2nd, so it's not too late for a late holiday stay. The coffee's on and the cookies are baking...

Come as a guest and leave as a friend.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Holden House.

PRO CYCLING CHALLENGE ONLY ONE BLOCK AWAY FROM HOLDEN HOUSE B&B IN COLORADO SPRINGS 17 Aug 2011, 10:22 am

VISIT OUR ONLINE RESERVATIONS AT HOLDEN HOUSE NOW TO BOOK YOUR CYCLING CHALLENGE STAY OR CALL 888-565-3980 TO SEE THE RACE FIRST-HAND ON AUGUST 22nd.

The USA Pro Cycling Challenge route is
nearby Holden House.
Photo: USA Pro Cycling Challenge
On Monday, August 22nd, the USA Pro Cycling Challenge, presented by USA Pro Cycling at Downtown Colorado Springs, will take place on the Westside of Colorado Springs. "For us, the great part of the event is the race route itself, considering that Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn is just a quick block walk away for guests of the inn", says Innkeeper/Owner, Sallie Clark. "We're very lucky to have this great event here in the Pikes Peak Region, but also as a long-time Westsider, I'm especially excited to have the cycling route visible from our front porch!" Click here for the actual Colorado Springs race route.  Holden House is located at 11th Street and West Pikes Peak Avenue.

According to the USA Pro Cycling Challenge website, this special event is expected to be the largest spectator event in Colorado history and one of the largest sporting events to ever take place in the United States. For seven consedutive days, 128 of the world's top athletes will race across almost 500 miles throught the majestic Rockies, reaching higher altitidues than they've ever had to endure, more than two miles in elevation. It's the best of the best in professional cycling, competeing on a challenging course through some of America's most beautiful scenery. One of the featured teams includes Lucas Euser from Napa, California. He was a 2008 member of the USA National team for the World Championships (ITA). Even though he was injured by a car during a training ride in May 2009, Lucas is one of the strongest climbers on Team Spidertech.

Special VIP tickets are available for additional events coordinated with the cycling event.

HOLDEN HOUSE 1902 BED & BREAKFAST INN TOASTS SILVER ANNIVERSARY IN 2011-Longtime innkeepers savor 25 years of hospitality! 23 Jun 2011, 9:29 pm

JOIN US FOR A SIZZLIN' SUMMER CELEBRATION!!!
*In honor of our 25th Silver Anniversary, we're running a "Sizzlin' Summer" discount special Sunday-Thursday through Sept. 1st. Stay 1 night get 2nd night for just $75 or stay 2 nights and get 3rd night for just $50 (plus tax). *Special deposit/cancellation policy and some blackout dates may apply. For details, visit www.HoldenHouse.com and go to "Make a Reservation".

Colorado Springs, CO- This year on June 9, 2011, HoldenHouse 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn celebrated its 25th Silver Anniversary of guest service in the B&B industry.  An appropriate anniversary designation for an inn that has itself, received designation for the “Best Bed & Breakfast Inn for an Anniversary” by Arrington’s Inn Traveler Magazine. Holden House has the distinction of being one of the oldest established B&Bs in the state of Colorado operated under the same ownership since Sallie and Welling Clark started the business in 1986.  Other inn awards over the past 25 years include “Top 50 Inns in America” by Inn Times, “Best Inn Buys” from Bed and Breakfast/Country Inns Magazine as well as receiving numerous historic preservation and guest service awards from various organizations, including a coveted AAA Diamond rating.

Holden House was established in 1986
as the first B&B on the historic Westside
When asked what has allowed the Clarks to continue in the B&B innkeeping business, Sallie Clark says, “We’ve learned to adapt to the changing needs of the tourism and bed and breakfast industry while balancing our personal lives by employing a competent and dedicated innkeeping staff. The love of our community and sharing the Pikes Peak region with guests instills in us a continued appreciation for Colorado Springs”.

Innkeepers Sallie and Welling Clark
Sallie Clark also serves as an El Paso County Commissioner and as marketing chair for the state bed and breakfast association. Her husband, Welling Clark, works as a research scientist for a national defense firm and is a neighborhood association president.  Both successfully juggle their busy lives by being involved in the community and the neighborhood in which they live and work.

Holden House enters its 25th year of operation in 2011, maintaining the same ownership since first opening in 1986 as the first Westside B&B in Colorado Springs.  Holden House offers five guest suites, each with private bath, sitting area, luxury accommodations and gourmet breakfast included. Special features include an optional en suite breakfast, bubble bath tubs for two, fireplaces and private label amenities. Each of the suites are individually appointed with their own style; four poster canopy bed, open Victorian turret, hand painted murals, private porch and more. The inn caters to those seeking a romantic getaway, but also provides excellent accommodations for business travelers with WiFi, color/cable TV and a convenient business center. Rates range from $145-155 per night.



For more information on Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn www.HoldenHouse.com  or call 888-565-3980.  The website also features information on inn specials and packages, favorite recipes and details on Holden House and the Pikes Peak region. An inn-tour video is included on the website and you can also find the inn on YouTube and Facebook.  

"DARLING, YOU LOOK FABULOUS" FEBRUARY GETAWAY AT HOLDEN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST IN COLORADO SPRINGS! 1 Feb 2011, 7:32 pm

Chocolates and champagne await!  

OUR FABULOUS FEBRUARY GETAWAY IS JUST WAITING TO OFFER YOU THIS SWEETHEART DEAL!

SUNDAY-THURSDAY: Stay 1 night at regular rate and get the 2nd night for just $50! (a 75% savings off the 2nd night)
*Not valid February 11-14th or with any other discount offer-must be mentioned at time of booking.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY: Stay 1 night at regular rate and get the 2nd night for just $75 (a 50% savings off the 2nd night)

*Not valid February 11-14th or with any other discount offer-must be mentioned at time of booking.

MORE "BE MINE" FEBRUARY PACKAGES:

Spa Package Massage for 2 at a special $99 rate per couple

Victorian Suite-Hearts & Flowers Valentine Package $85 plus room rate
- Handmade Chocolate Truffles
- Fresh Flowers (Roses available on request-please ask for special pricing)
- Chilled Champagne
- Full Gourmet Breakfast Served En Suite (the privacy of your own room)


Each suite features a fireplace and tub for two!   
Join us for a romantic getaway at Holden House 1902 Victorian B&B in Colorado Springs. Call 888-565-3980 or  make a reservation on our secure online server by visiting our website at www.HoldenHouse.com

GUESTS PICK HOLDEN HOUSE B&B INN 2011 "BEST FOR HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBILITY"! 29 Jan 2011, 6:34 pm

As announced on January 18, 2011 in Pamela Lanier's Bed and Breakfast Directory, guests picked Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado as their 2011 “Best for Handicapped Accessibility” from over 8,500 B&B’s!

For Immediate Release: PETALUMA, CA January 18, 2011- Congratulations to the Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn in Colorado Springs, CO for having been chosen by our readers as North America’s “Best for Handicapped Accessibility” for 2011. We offer our readers at LanierBB.com the opportunity to vote for the Best for Handicapped Accessibility, tallying the total number of votes annually.

"It is truly an honor to recieve this national award, especially important to individuals with special needs who rarely have the opportunity to enjoy the B&B experience", says Sallie Clark, who with her husband, Welling Clark, owns and operates Holden House. "We specifically designed the Independence Suite to serve the dual role of romantic accommodations combined with the comforts of disability access. This suite has won several prestigious awards for interior design, but this award is even more meaningful because it's based on guest reviews from those who need handicapped access lodging". 


Holden House' Independence Suite
combines luxury and disability access

Having unanimously received the greatest number of votes out of 8,500 properties by their loyal B&B guests and regular visitors to LanierBB.com, Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn and this unique B&B has earned the industry’s most prestigious Gold Award!

Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn is the ultimate bed and breakfast destination for any traveler in search of an unforgettable, unique experience. With excellent attention to detail, our member innkeepers serve their guests with extraordinary care, creating a memorable experience for travelers.

“Warm, welcoming and full of character and charm, Sallie & Welling Clark offer exceptional hospitality and effort to go that extra mile. Earning themselves the designation of “Best for Handicapped Accessibility for 2011” with Lanier readers, this B&B truly stands out above the rest”. –Pamela Lanier

Award-winning Independence Suite perfect for romance
and equipped for handicapped accessibility

Pamela Lanier’s Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and Guesthouses International has been assisting inn goers with a comprehensive variety of boutique lodgings since 1982, announcing an “Innkeeper of the Year” winner for 28 years in a row, the oldest and most prestigious B&B vote program in the world.

Thinking of visiting Colorado Springs, or want to meet these exceptional innkeepers that put their heart and soul into their B&B? Contact them today and you’ll be received at their B&B with open arms!





NIGHT AT CIRQUE DU SOLEIL COLORADO SPRINGS' HOLDEN HOUSE GETAWAY 11 Jan 2011, 9:09 pm

The Cirque du Soleil is coming to town from January 12-16th in Colorado Springs and tickets are still available. Book your fun getaway at Holden House and order tickets to Alegria, as described on the Cirque du Soleil website as, "a mood, a state of mind. The themes of the show, whose name means "jubilation" in Spanish, are many. Power and the handing down of power over time, the evolution from ancient monarchies to modern democracies, old age, youth--it is against this backdrop that the characters of Alegria play out their lives."

Dinner and a Show
Cirque du Soleil' Alegria is at the Colorado Springs World Arena, just 4 miles from Holden House and we'll be pleased to help you with dinner ideas and reservations for nearby dining establishments.  Many show times available. See schedule for information and to order your tickets.  Access the Holden House website or call 888-565-3980 for reservations and room availability. Beautiful suites with fireplaces and tubs for two-a relaxing place to return after dinner and a show.  

Holden House is offering some great January getaway room specials in a stay one night get one night free (Sunday through Thursday) or stay one night get 2nd night 1/2 price (Friday and Saturday).  Other discount offers are available for one night stays based on availability. See our website for more information.

AAA Encompass "Romantic lodgings" names Colorado Springs' Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn 6 Jan 2011, 7:22 pm

Holden House was selected as
"Romantic lodgings by AAA Encompass Magazine's
January/February 2011 Edition
In the January/February Issue of the AAA Encompass magazine's (Page 12) "Travel Tips and Trends" feature, Holden House 1902 Bed and Breakfast Inn was selected and awarded as one of Colorado's AAA diamond-rated "Romantic lodgings". Holden House was chosen as one of seven lodging properties in the state of Colorado and was the only inn included in Colorado Springs. Rockledge Country Inn in Manitou Springs was also listed.

The article, entitled "Love in a cold climate" highlighted ideas for Valentine's Day including long walks on the beach (Blue Mesa Reservoir), warm places (Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster), roses (Denver Botanic Gardens), and diamonds (topaz in Teller County). 

Holden House is offering its own package for Valentine's which will carry through the entire month of February 2011. VICTORIAN SUITE-HEARTS and FLOWERS VALENTINE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Handmade Chocolate Truffles
  • Fresh Flowers (Roses available on request-please ask for special pricing)
  • Chilled Champagne
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast Served En Suite (the privacy of your own room)

Hearts and Flowers are the theme for romantic accommodations
at Holden House Bed and Breakfast Inn in Colorado Springs
COST: $85.00+Room Rate (Range from $145-155/night) and Applicable Tax per couple (minimum night stay and additional charge for roses during certain dates may apply)  We're offering this "Victorian Suite-Hearts & Flowers Valentine Package" to guests in an ongoing effort to keeping romance alive and the fires of love burning strong. During the entire month of February, this award-winning Victorian bed & breakfast inn is participating in an extraordinary romantic package offer.  Upon arrival, each "Suite-Heart" couple will be treated to handmade chocolate truffles, fresh flowers, chilled champagne (non-alcoholic option available), and a specially prepared breakfast served in the privacy of your suite one morning of your stay. The "Victorian Suite-Hearts and Flowers Valentine Package" will be available throughout the month of February, so every couple with even the most demanding schedules will be able to take time out for a romantic stay. Let your Valentine know you care, all through February and book now to guarantee a special gift for your sweetheart! Can't getaway in February, consider a Gift Certificate for a future romantic stay!

We're ready to help you create a "Victorian Suite-Hearts and Flowers Valentine Package" this February! Each of our lovely Holden House suites feature a private bath, sitting area, fireplace and oversized "bubble bath" for two. Call 888-565-3980 or visit our website at HoldenHouse.com to make a reservation now!

JANUARY INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE OFFERS GREAT HOLDEN HOUSE B&B STAYS! 3 Jan 2011, 6:12 pm

Need a price break and pick me up after the holiday rush?  
If you're like most, that answer is absolutely, YES!

Throughout the month of January 2011, Holden House 1902 Bed and Breakfast Inn located in Colorado Springs, CO is offering a great bed and breakfast stay getaway offer to stave off those winter blues flu.

When you stay with us at Holden House, you'll always find beautiful suites, each with private bath and sitting area, fireplace, oversized "bubble bath" tub for two and modern conveniences such as WiFi, TV, DVD and CD players in all suites. And...our scrumptious full gourmet breakfast is included in the price of your room and is served in the elegant formal dining room or in the privacy of your suite for just an extra $15 per morning. Our afternoon wine social and 24 hour coffee/tea and bottomless Chocolate Chunk-White Chocolate Chip cookie jar are added treats to make your stay memorable and delicious!

We'll help you tackle the winter doldrums with a trip for two, sure to lift your spirits and at a price to please even the biggest Scrooge before Christmas. Call 888-565-3980 or visit Holden House to book your stay now.

Holden House Innkeeper Welling Clark says, "We're very pleased to offer this great getaway post-holiday season at the Bed and Breakfast Inn. If you're like the average person, the holidays are incredibly stressful and since January tends to be a quieter month for the bed and breakfast, Sallie and I thought it would also be a great opportunity to encourage our guests to escape for some "quiet" time together with a stay at the inn."
SUNDAY-THURSDAY: Stay One Night and Get the 2nd Night FREE!
FRIDAY-SATURDAY:  Stay One Night and Get the 2nd Night 1/2 (50%) OFF!  

*Full amount is due when booking reservation and is non-refundable at time of reservation for this special offer. Must be used during the month of January 2011.

Take our "Armchair Traveler" YouTube video tour of Holden House to get a glimpse into your future getaway! Also check out our special packages for an added value to your stay...a massage, breakfast en suite or champagne and roses, might just be what the after-holiday doctor ordered!

 
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