Residential · Active

172 Shady Lane

Palmer Lake, CO 80133

2 Beds · 1 Baths · 791 Sq Ft

$399,000

Single Family

Property Type

0.15 acres

Lot Size

1935

Year Built

$504

Price per Sq Ft

8258085

MLS #

About This Property

Welcome to the Way Side: a charming cottage with a love story, tucked beneath the towering pines in Palmer Lake’s historic Glen. Known as the “Honeymoon Cottage” beginning in the mid-1930s, this sweet retreat welcomed newlyweds for decades. Recently, two generations of couples returned to share memories of spending their first days of marriage here. Tears flowed as they toured the cottage, remarking that its special energy remained unchanged.

You can feel it, too! The Way Side captures a simpler time—mountain getaways, fresh air, starry nights, and afternoons well-spent spent outdoors. Original doors, windows, cabinetry, and other vintage details preserve its character, while thoughtful improvements, including a metal roof, updated electrical and plumbing, new flooring, and lighting, bring modern comfort. A welcoming vestibule opens to true main-level living with a cozy living room featuring classic wainscoting, a spacious kitchen with tile floors, stainless appliances and room for an island, two bedrooms, full bath, and laundry with full-size washer and dryer.

The generous enclosed, screened porch practically begs for a good book and an afternoon thunderstorm! Outside, enjoy the sounds of the nearby creek, views of Ben Lomand Mountain and Elephant Rock, mature trees perfect for a hammock, and a storage shed for your gear. Adventure begins at your doorstep! The Creekside Trail is steps away, connecting to National Forest, the reservoirs, and miles of trails.

Walk to Palmer Lake for fishing, pickleball, disc golf, volleyball, and community recreation. Across the creek, an emerging eco-spa and outdoor amphitheater add to the area’s appeal. Just a block from the historic Pinecrest wedding venue, the Way Side offers intriguing short-term rental potential. Perhaps it’s time to revive the “Honeymoon Cottage”? Whether this your first home, your mountain escape, or an investment opportunity, the Way Side has a long history of love—and is ready for its next chapter!

21 days on market

Listed by Tricia Flake · Main Street Brokers · 719-481-4810

Last updated: 10/22/2026 10:55 AM · Source: elevateMLS, MLS#: 8258085

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Property Details

Key Details

Property Type Residential
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Status Active
Price per Sq Ft $504
MLS # 8258085
Days on Market 21
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1

More Details

Above-Grade Sq Ft 791
Year Built 1935
Lot Size (Sq Ft) 6,435
Acres 0.1477
HOA Fee $0
Annual Taxes $1,356
Tax Year 2025
State CO
County El Paso

Interior

Total Rooms 6
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Plank
Fireplace Features None
Appliances Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior & Parking

Parking Features No Garage
Roof Metal

Building & Lot

Lot Features Wooded
Construction Cedar, Frame
Sewer Sewer
Water Source Public
New Construction No

Terms & Other

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Location

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/22/2026 Listed for sale
Source: elevateMLS #8258085
$399,000 +30.0% $504/sqft
5/20/2021 Sold
Source: elevateMLS #6665405
$307,000 +2.3% $388/sqft
4/26/2021 Listed for sale
Source: elevateMLS #6665405
$300,000 $379/sqft

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Listing information last updated October 22, 2026 at 10:55 AM.

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