Kauffman House, Historic log hotel and museum in Grand Lake, Colorado
The wooden Kauffman House stands near the lake shore, featuring rounded exterior logs and traditional fish-scale shingles on its gables.
Local prospector Ezra Kauffman constructed this lodge in 1892, personally cutting and transporting timber for what became Grand Lake's primary accommodation until 1973.
The Grand Lake Area Historical Society maintains exhibits of period clothing, furniture, kitchen items, and winter sports equipment representing Colorado mountain life.
The museum opens daily from Memorial Day through August between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with adult admission at five dollars.
The building incorporated an innovative water system using a galvanized tank in the attic, filled through a hand pump from the lake shore.
Location: Colorado
Location: Grand County
Location: Grand Lake
Architectural style: rustic architecture
Made from material: wood
Address: 407 PITKIN ST 80447
Phone: +19706279644
GPS coordinates: 40.25056,-105.81778
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:07
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