Let North Boulder become your late-summer escape
The final weeks of summer are an invitation to slow down and experience Boulder like you’re visiting for the first time. At The Armory in Boulder, Colorado, residents can create a staycation shaped by Flatirons views, the creative character of the NoBo Art District, and easy access to the outdoors. Instead of packing for another trip, begin the weekend with coffee nearby, explore a trail before the afternoon warms up, and return home for a few hours of relaxation. The Armory also offers onsite retail and restaurants, while additional dining and entertainment are available nearby. With so much variety surrounding the community, staying local does not mean running out of things to do.
Give home a starring role in your staycation
A relaxed weekend deserves a comfortable place to recharge between outings. The Armory offers contemporary residences with open floor plans, chef-inspired gourmet kitchens, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, upscale cabinetry, vinyl plank flooring, nine-foot ceilings, upgraded lighting, and included washers and dryers. Prepare brunch with fresh finds from a local market, enjoy an afternoon indoors after exploring Boulder, or invite friends over before heading into the neighborhood. The combination of functional kitchens and open living spaces makes home an appealing destination rather than simply a place to sleep between activities. On a true staycation, leaving several hours completely unscheduled can be part of the plan.
Cool off and recharge without leaving the community
Give one late-summer afternoon entirely to The Armory’s amenities. The modern swimming pool features a deck and spa, creating an easy setting for cooling down before the season changes. Residents who want to stay active can visit the fitness center, yoga studio, or exercise bike room before settling into a slower afternoon. Later, gather in the resident lounge with its kitchen, bar, televisions, and billiards, or spend time in the resident living room with a beverage center and fireplace. The community’s repurposed historic Armory Mess Hall adds another distinctive element, connecting today’s residential experience with a building originally constructed as part of a National Guard post.
Explore Boulder from the NoBo Art District
When you’re ready to venture out, make the neighborhood itself the day’s destination. The Armory is situated in Boulder’s NoBo Art District, creating opportunities to mix local culture with the outdoor lifestyle for which the city is known. Head toward Wonderland Lake Park for a bike ride or outdoor break, or explore destinations such as the Foothills Trailhead and Boulder Reservoir when you want more time outside. Another afternoon can revolve around browsing Pearl Street, visiting the Boulder Farmers Market, or simply exploring more of North Boulder. By choosing one area at a time, you can enjoy the city without turning your staycation into a packed sightseeing schedule.
Give local food and coffee their own itinerary
Boulder’s dining scene makes it easy to build an entire staycation outing around something delicious. The Armory’s neighborhood guide highlights local options, including Amante Coffee, Spruce Confections, Moxie Bread Co, Proto’s Pizza, Bellota, and Upslope Brewing Company. Begin with coffee and something from a bakery, then save another destination for an easy dinner later in the weekend. You can also pick up ingredients from Lucky’s Market and bring the experience home to your own kitchen. Keeping the itinerary flexible allows you to discover neighborhood favorites without feeling rushed.
Take the Boulder staycation mindset into fall
The best staycations reveal routines worth keeping after summer ends. At The Armory, that could mean making a morning trail outing part of your weekend, spending more time in the fitness and yoga spaces, or regularly exploring another corner of NoBo. Pet owners can also take advantage of the community’s dog park and pet spa, while the bike room and bicycle and ski repair toolbox room support Boulder’s active lifestyle throughout changing seasons. With Flatirons views, comfortable residences, distinctive community amenities, and outdoor destinations nearby, there is little reason to wait for a vacation to enjoy where you live. The final weeks of summer simply offer the perfect excuse to start.
