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Click over the names to get more infromation about that area. Use the "back to map" under group of pictures of interest to go back to the navigation map.
Marble Historical Society Museum -- the museum houses memorabilia of Marble's past and offers an enjoyable self-guided walking tour through the town.
The General Store in Marble is across from the General Store, and the RV park, which the store owns. Its the only place in Marble where you can buy food or drinks.
The original Marble Quarry Millsite -- 3.9 miles from Marble by jeep or foot. The Marble Quarry is a beautiful drive up the Yule Valley.
Beaver Lake -- a 40 acre lake stocked with trout is, three blocks from The William's House.
Lizard Lake -- said to be one of the most beautiful in the state, is thought to be the crater of an old volcano of unknown depth; stocked with trout, is 2 miles east of Marble by jeep or foot.
Crystal Mill site -- was built over the Crystal River in 1892 to generate compressed air. The mill is one of the most photographed spots in Colorado.
Crystal -- was founded in the 1880's and abandoned by 1900. Many buildings still stand including the historic Crystal Club. Crystal now boasts a hand full of summer residents; approximately 6 miles east of Marble.
Lead King Basin -- has spectacular scenery, wild flowers and hiking trails abound.
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Highway 133 -- described in Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the lesser - known natural beauties in Colorado.
Cleveholm Mansion -- was built in 1920 by millionaire, John C. Osgood, for his bride. This 42-room Tudor style manor house is still maintained. The house can be visited for tours.
Redstone -- is 13 miles and 20 minutes from Marble; now a designated historic site, this village of Victorian style homes was built by John C. Osgood in the 1880's as the "ideal community" for his coal workers. Presently a thriving artist's community and tourist town; home of the Redstone Inn, also built by Osgood and recently fully restored. The Inn is spearheading the development of cross-country skiing trails in the area.
Carbondale, Colorado - this is the closest small town that has the full amenities. The have many nice restaurants, as well as Grocery stores. Surrounded by breath taking mountains, this small town is larger than Marble, but still has the small town charm.
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Glenwood Springs - is an easy 45 minute drive to river rafting and the famous Glenwood Hot Springs.
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Aspen - is a beautiful 60 minute drive to the charming mountain town of Aspen with great shopping, outdoor hiking in areas such as Maroon Bells (most photographed mountain in the world), biking, gondola rides to the top of the mountain, and gourmet dining.
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Contact John or Ann at (520) 529-7435,
E-mail us at: TheWilliamsHouse@aol.com
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