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Plan Your Visit to La Veta

Our Guest Rooms

The Estelle Center has six guest rooms available for program participants to book with their retreat. Room booking information is in the registration section of each individual retreat page.
Click here to see Estelle's Upstairs.

About La Veta

La Veta is a friendly, old-fashioned, handshake kind of town. A true American west town with dirt roads and more deer than people. It’s a place where the postal employees know everyone’s post office box number by heart. There are no chain stores or restaurants, just small family-run businesses—most of which are owned by women. We think it’s the perfect place to slow down, breathe in fresh air, and deeply connect with your creativity. Come find yourself in La Veta.

Getting Here

Airports

Denver (DIA) is 3 hours north of La Veta.Colorado Springs (COS) is 2 hours north of La Veta.
You can rent a car from either airport to drive to La Veta. If you would like to share a car with other students, email our Executive Director, Sunshine Caulfield to help connect you with other students. 

Airport Shuttle Service

COS to La VetaLa Veta to COSColorado Springs is the closest airport (COS) to La Veta. We have limited shuttle service available to and from the Colorado Springs airport. When you register for your retreat, if there are still seats available on the shuttle, you will have the option to add-on shuttle service for $50 per trip. If you don't see the option, it means all the available seats have been booked.

Driving From DIA

You can rent a car at DIA. for directions from Denver International Airport to the Estelle Center click the button below.
If you would like to share a car with other students, email our Executive Director, Sunshine Caulfield to help connect you with other students. 

Driving From COS

You can rent a car at the Colorado Springs Airport (COS). for directions from the Colorado Springs Airport to the Estelle Center click the button below.
If you would like to share a car with other students, email our Executive Director, Sunshine Caulfield to help connect you with other students. 

In La Veta

Once you are in La Veta, everywhere is walkable, unless, you have physical limitations.

Lodging at the Estelle Center

Free WiFi

Affordable Rooms

Free Towels

Beverage Center

Your Room Is Just Steps From Your Artist Retreat

We have six beautiful guest rooms upstairs from the retreat space.Check in is at 3:00 pm. Check out is at 10 am.

Other Lodging in La Veta

  • Cozy hotel bed with white linens and warm lighting La Veta Inn Colorado

    La Veta Inn10% Discount

    This historic hotel offers comfortable rooms, some with mountain views, and amenities such as an on-site restaurant, bar, and outdoor patio. It is located next to the Estelle Center. They kindly offer Estelle Center retreat participants a 10% discount on rooms. Use the link below or the code ESTELLE when booking.103 W Ryus Ave, La Veta, CO 81055(719) 742-5566 | moc.odarolocnniateval%40ofni

  • Two Fox Cabins exterior with coffee mug on porch railing La Veta Colorado

    Two Fox Cabins10% Discount

    Clean, cozy cabins right in the heart of La Veta. Two Fox Cabins offers a 10% discount for Estelle Center retreat guests.  404 S Oak St., La Veta, CO 81055(719) 742-0260 |www.twofoxcabins.com

  • The Orchard Garden Cottage nightstand with lamp and decor La Veta Airbnb

    The Orchard Garden Cottage

    This is an Airbnb three doors down from the center. 129 W Ryus Ave., La Veta, CO 81055https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/771730508411884351?

  • La Veta Studio Guesthouse cozy brick fireplace with cushions and warm lighting

    La Veta Studio Guesthouse

    Support local artists by staying with them. Judith Baker Montano is a world renowned fiber artist. Stay next door to her private studio.E. Virginia St., La Veta, CO 81055https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/19610832?

  • Flowering bougainvillea with mountain views studio apartment La Veta Colorado

    Studio Apartment in La Veta

    Studio apartment with two bedroom and one bathroom. Beautiful views with country living, quiet and peaceful, 1.5 miles to town. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/36699049?source_impression_id=p3_1747160290_P3pvr__zsHxSGgjP

  • Flowering bougainvillea with mountain views studio apartment La Veta Colorado

    WeRV Champions of La Veta

    Estelle Center guests receive a 15% discount when you call to book your reservation and mention you were referred by the Estelle Center. 

Restaurants in La Veta

  • Chef plating fresh dishes at Alys Restaurant La Veta Colorado

    Alys' Restaurant

    Reservations recommended. Check their website for their hours of operation and menu. 
    604 S Oak Street, La Veta, CO 81055719-742-3742| moc.atevalnitnaruatser%40ofni | Alysrestaurant.com

  • Authentic New Mexican food platter at Legends on Main La Veta Colorado

    Legends on Main

    La Veta's Authentic New Mexican RestaurantCheck their website for hours of operation. 
    305 South Main Street, La Veta, CO 81055719-742-3996  

  • Fresh baked bread and pastries at Just In Time Bakery La Veta

    Just In Time Bakery

    Check their Facebook page for their hours of operation.
    107 W. Francisco Street, La Veta, CO 719-890-9174

  • Fried appetizers platter at Lous Diner La Veta Colorado

    Lou’s Diner 

    Check their Facebook page for their hours of operation.
    701 S. Main Street, La Veta, CO719-742-3202

  • Elegant table setting with silver tea service at Cuchara Yacht Club Colorado

    Cuchara Yacht Club

    Check their website for their hours of operation and menu. 
    30 Cuchara Ave, Cuchara, CO 81055This is located 11 miles south of La Veta.
    719-742-3218 | Cucharayachtclub.com

  • Grilled food and craft beverages at Dog Bar and Grill Cuchara Colorado

    Dog Bar & Grill

    Check their website for their hours of operation and menu. 
    34 Cuchara Ave, Cuchara, CO 81055This is located 11 miles south of La Veta.
    719-742-6366 | dogbarandgrill.com