Summary:
The Governor's Mansion -- 1893 Victorian, half block from Main St.
6BR, sleeps 14, 3 private units. @TraverseHospitality
♟️ Sleeps 14 -- 6BR, 4.5BA, 3 lockable units
♟️ Half Block to Main St -- restaurants + shops on foot
♟️ Infrared Sauna + Pool Table + 20 Board Games
♟️ King Suite w/ Jacuzzi Tub
♟️ Full Kitchen + BBQ Grill + Pets OK
"uncovered a hidden gem" -- Alan, Feb '26
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>> Half block -> Main St | >> 25min -> Copper | >> 47min -> Vail
The Space:
The Governor's Mansion was built in 1881 and expanded in 1893 by Governor
Jesse McDonald. It splits into 3 lockable units -- each with its own living
space -- so your group gets privacy and togetherness under one roof.
6 bedrooms, 9 beds, 4.5 bathrooms, sleeps 14.
-> MAIN UNIT (Bedrooms 1-3 + Office)
Bedroom 1: King bed, en-suite bathroom w/ jacuzzi tub, Smart TV, electric fireplace
Bedroom 2: Queen bed, Smart TV, electric fireplace
Bedroom 3: Queen bed, Smart TV, electric fireplace
Private Office: Monitor, keyboard, mouse
-> PARLOR UNIT (Bedroom 4)
Bedroom 4: Queen bed, en-suite bathroom, Smart TV
Private living room w/ electric fireplace + Private kitchen
-> ATTIC LOFT (Bedrooms 5-6)
Bedroom 5: 2 sets of bunk beds (4 single beds), Smart TV
Bedroom 6: Queen bed, Smart TV
Private living room w/ electric fireplace + kitchenette
-> Shared Amenities
♖ Infrared Sauna | ♖ Pool Table | ♖ 20+ Board Games
♖ Fully Stocked Kitchen + BBQ Grill + Backyard/Patio
♖ Washer/Dryer | ♖ WiFi + Workspace | ♖ Smart Lock Self-Check-In
♖ Free On-Premises + Street Parking
3 Pros / 2 Cons:
+ 3 lockable units - families get their own space within the group
+ Half block from Main St - walk to dinner, no designated driver
+ Pool table + sauna + 20 games - rainy/snowy days are covered
- No A/C - Leadville sits at 10,152 ft; nights are naturally cool year-round
- Historic home - lighting is period-appropriate (warm, not bright)
Guest Access:
You have the entire house to yourselves.
Please Note: We do utilize a weblink outside the platform that directs guests to our guidebook. You will receive an email with this link. This is the ONLY way guests can access check-in information, and facilitates the collection of pet fees and other special requests/upgraded services we offer.
The Neighborhood:
The Governor's Mansion sits in Leadville's National Historic Landmark
District -- the highest incorporated city in North America at 10,152 ft.
>> Half block -> Main Street (restaurants, bars, shops, museums)
>> 12min -> Turquoise Lake
>> 25min -> Copper Mountain (skiing)
>> 26min -> Mt. Elbert Trailhead (highest peak in the Rockies)
>> 47min -> Vail Ski Resort
>> Nearby -> Ski Cooper, Keystone, Breckenridge, Beaver Creek
Summer: hiking, biking, fishing, 14er climbs, ghost towns
Winter: 6 ski resorts within an hour, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing
Getting Around:
The Governor's Mansion is located just a half block off of Harrison Avenue (Leadville's Main Street), which means you can walk to all of Leadville's restaurants, shops and musuems.
Other Things to Note:
License # 001270
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
Max occupancy: 14 guests -- no exceptions.
Pets welcome -- $100 fee per pet (2 max). Cannot be left unattended.
No A/C -- Leadville rarely needs it at 10,152 ft.
Altitude: 10,152 ft. Travel insurance recommended.
This is a historic 1893 home -- expect antique charm, not modern finishes.
Interaction with Guests:
Chris and Traverse Hospitality manage this listing -- 100% response rate, replies within an hour. Message through Airbnb for anything during your stay. We're available or invisible, your call.