There are only two weekends left this year to experience the magical family-friendly Renaissance Festival in Larkspur, Colorado. For the price of admission guests have access to a wide variety of entertainment, including shows, jousting, a royal parade through the streets, performers, and a petting zoo. The pinnacle of the Medieval experience is the knights in shining armor jousting their way to victory. Choose your favorite knight and cheer them on as the day progresses. The performances are also a high point, with silly shows that engage the audience and leave a smile on your face the rest of the day. Check out the hypnotist, fire breather, a pair of comedic wenches, and a wise-cracking comedian who will coax you into throwing tomatoes at his face. The Renaissance Festival also appeal... 07/24/2015

SOLD - Perry Park - Larkspur, CO  80118     Larkspur is located 40 miles South of Denver West of the highway nestled in the foothills and surrounded by tall pine trees.    You definitely have the feel of living in the mountains.   It is not unusual to find coyotes, foxes, deer, mountain lions and bears.   This home is located in Perry Park Country Club, where you will find a private golf club and a lake.          The buyers loved Larkspur and the small town feel, yet within a short drive of Denver.     The home has log pillars to give the home a mountain feel.   The roads are all paved to the home, which was a huge plus!   Today the buyers have a new home, and are looking forward to making some changes to make it their HOME.     **Photos provided from Metrolist   The Town of Larkspur i... 03/24/2015

Under Contract - Larkspur, CO  80118     Larkspur is located 40 miles South of Denver West of the highway nestled in the foothills and surrounded by tall pine trees.    You definitely have the feel of living in the mountains.   It is not unusual to find coyotes, foxes, deer, mountain lions and bears.   This home is located in Perry Park Country Club, where you will find a private golf club and a lake.          The buyers loved Larkspur and the small town feel, yet within a short drive of Denver.     The home has log pillars to give the home a mountain feel.   The roads are all paved to the home, which was a huge plus!   They are looking forward to a smooth transaction and closing next month.     **Photos provided from Metrolist   The Town of Larkspur is located 40 miles South of Denver ... 02/18/2015

Bear Dance Golf Course Market Report - Larkspur, CO - Bear Dance Golf Club is uniquely Colorado. With everything you want from this great state, the Pine filled lots, abundant acreage, incredible views, privacy and just 30 minutes south of Denver and 30 minutes north of Colorado Springs, just off the I-25 corridor. Bear Dance Golf Course is quickly becoming a must play golf course for locals and for visitors to the state. The course is carved to of the foothills that are the gateway to the Rocky Mountains with every hole feeling like a slice of heaven. The 18 hole championship course is relatively new, built in the last 15 years so the development surrounding is also very new. In fact the majority of the lots have not yet been built on leaving plenty of room for imagination for that opp... 11/28/2014

Larkspur Homes For Sale - Click Here!   Helpful Links for Larkspur Colorado: Town of Larkspur Colorado Official Site Larkspur CO Chamber of Commerce Douglas County Government Perry Park Country Club Colorado Renaissance Festival   The Richards Group is committed to the highest level of customer service, and we won't be satisfied until you have closed on the home or property of your dreams. With a myriad of remarkable options, you will want to be informed. We are very familiar with the Denver Metro area, and specifically Larkspur Colorado, which gives us a distinct advantage over less experienced agents. We have established many useful relationships with the residents of the area, and we have honed our skills in ways that no other real estate agent can match. To schedule an appointment o... 12/04/2013

  Perry Park Country Club, Larkspur, Colorado   Perry Park Country Club and Golf Course is locacted in Larkspur, Colorado just west of I 25 and Spruce Mountain Road.  The Club was established in 1969 and is a member owned, non-profit club.    The 18-hole par 72 golf course offers 7,007 yards of incredible scenery and challenging play.  The views from each hole are just amazing with huge red rocks jetting out of the ground and wildlife wandering by.      The Club is centered at the Manor House which is remodeled from its original 1891 cottage.  There is a pro shop, patio deck overlooking Lake Wauconda, a formal dining room and a casual Grille Room.      Membership fees at Perry Park Country Club are very affordable.  A full equity membership has a sign up fee of $4,000 and monthly dues o... 06/05/2012

Larkspur CO real estate is located in Douglas County, Colorado, about 40 miles south of downtown Denver CO homes. Pictures will be added so check back soon! Larkspur CO homes is a great place to call home. Check it out! Denver CO Home Search Larkspur CO Home Search Nearby cities and towns: Castle Rock CO Homes 11 miles Parker CO Homes 25 miles Franktown CO Homes 19 miles Sedalia CO Homes 19 miles Looking to buy or sell a home in Larkspur CO? Let me know how I can help! 12/21/2010

Pristine, secluded, horse property close to Denver and CO Springs for serious buyers only. The house is completely remodeled in 2007. Now it could be used by two families as the walk-out lower level is a complete living space with private entry, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, great room, theater area, wine cellar, and laundry room.  Main level has sunny, open living room, dining room, den with french doors, two bedrooms and a bath; open stairway to lower level.  It has the following features: efficient on demand hot water; french doors; leaded glass; all new carpet; all new tile; new windows; new roof.  Hot water baseboard heat is natural gas!  Huge eat-in kitchen with new stainless appliances. 4 decks are all new Trex with views in all directions.  Spa-like master bath completes the spa... 06/08/2010

Are you thinking about selling your Colorado Springs Home?  Do you want to do a short sale? If you would like some other helpful advise on selling your home, please feel free to call Kathy at 719-287-1049, KTorline@msn.com Many times I've been asked about why would a homeowner would want to do a short sale.  The reasons are many, but here my top 12 list of acceptable reasons: Financial Hardship due to a reduction of income, still employed but you are making less money Financial Hardship due to unemployment Financial Hardship due to your ARM loan resetting and you can no longer afford the payments Divorce Death Military Deployment Job Relocation Excess Medical bills Relocation for health reasons Relocation to take care of a family member Bankruptcy Inability to refinance to lower payment... 01/27/2010

It is Open House Season The following information is the forth in a series of Buyer Tips to provide tips for both the first-time home buyer and the most experienced home buyer.   The goal is to help the consumer to become better educated about purchasing real estate in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area.  This article includes tip #10. For a FREE  Buyer's Guide, Email KTorline@msn.com Many Colorado Springs Realtors hold open houses; and do so on many weekends during the spring, summer, and fall time.    It can be a great way for a Realtor to get additional exposure for their sellers and it can also provide a way for Realtors to meet other potential buyers and sellers.    Also, many potential home buyers like to visit open houses.  It's a great way for them to get educated about t... 10/26/2009

The following information is the second in a series of Buyer Tips to provide tips for both the first-time homebuyer and the most experienced homebuyer.   The goal is to help the consumer to become better educated about purchasing real estate in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area. For a FREE  Buyer's Guide, Email KTorline@msn.com Tips #2 - 6 2. Consult a mortgage lender prior to looking at homes.   Lending requirements seem to be changing daily, so make sure and know your mortgage options and what you qualify for.  Don't wait until you find a home to get pre-qualified.   As a Colorado Springs Realtor, this is probably one of the biggest mistakes I consistently see made by all home buyers.   It's important to know in advance what you are qualified for.  If you qualify for $150,000;... 05/28/2009

Carbon Monoxide Bill Signed into Law Colorado homebuilders will be required to install carbon-monoxide detectors in new homes under a proposal signed into law on March 24th.   House Bill HB 1091  also requires installation of the detectors in new and resold homes near bedrooms as well as rented apartments and homes. It takes effect July 1, 2009.    The new law will cover all new residential construction and existing single-family and multi-family housing units offered for sale, transfer or rent. The law applies to any seller of residential real property containing a fuel-fired heater or appliance, a fireplace, or an attached garage.  The seller will be responsible for assuring that a carbon monoxide alarm is properly installed within 15 feet of the entrance to each room lawfully used fo... 05/28/2009

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In today's real estate market, it has become more important than ever for sellers and buyers to hire a real estate agent who understands how to market their home on the Internet. The day has past for Realtors who only use old-fashioned sales methods in real estate; putting a sign in the yard, putting the property in the Multiple-Listing Service (MLS) and sitting back waiting for the phone to ring. This method might have worked at one time, but no more. Consider these facts: In every age group, newspaper readership is down.    This trend will only continue.   Have you tried to get a teenager to read a book lately?    Many are too busy using their text message. According to a recent study published on Realtor.org "Nine out of 10 home buyers use Internet in the search process..." So when y... 03/28/2009

I wanted to share a recent photo I took.   I was taking a walk the other day; and it was so gorgeous, I just had to share it.   I live in in the foothills, part way in between Colorado Springs and Denver.   This photo reminds me why I'm fortunate to live in such a breathtaking area.  I remind myself that I never want to take our amazing scenery for granted; it's a privilege to live here.  I feel blessed!   Posted by Kathy Torline - Nordstrom KAT, A Colorado Springs Realtor You Can Trust in El Paso & Douglas County; including Colorado Springs, Monument, Fountain, Larkspur, Pueblo, Castle Rock, Woodland Park, Palmer Lake www.Kathytorline.com and www.ColoradoSpringsVintageHomes.com 04/09/2008