The Barker House was built in 1872, and is a gem listed on the National Historic Register. Both "Wild Bill" Cody, and "Teddy" Roosevelt once stayed in this landmark building. This amazing restaurant is on Manitou Avenue-- the main thoroughfare and location for most of the district's businesses. This property on Manitou Avenue, is the HEART of the Manitou Springs' Historic District--one of the country's largest National Historic Districts. Nestled in a mountain locale, Manitou Springs has miles of hiking and biking trails, 11 natural effervescent springs, fantastic shopping, Cliff Dwellings, the Incline, the COG railroad, Miramont Castle Museum, Cave of the Winds, and much more. Located, four miles west of Colorado Springs (Regional population 768,832), Manitou Springs is a tourist and local attraction which hosts 65 Chamber sponsored activities and draws 10s of 1000s of visitors each year.