Gotta get outta town, and go to Golden! You will find a perfect getaway less than a 2-hour drive from Colorado Springs. What awaits is one of the friendliest, most welcoming towns in Colorado. The arch spanning Washington Avenue in the historic downtown area sets the tone, and says it all: “Howdy Folks – Welcome to Golden – Where The West Lives.” Golden is awash in history and is a true gateway to the best of everything Colorado has to offer, from mountain activities and sights to beautiful scenery and clean mountain air. In late April my husband and I, along with our travelin’ dog Gracie, were treated to a 2-night stay at Table Mountain Inn (1310 Washington Ave.). Amazingly it is located on a site that has been a hotel for over a hundred years. Situated in the heart of downtown’s historic neighborhood, this elegant boutique hotel offers 74 pet-friendly rooms. Table Mountain Inn.  (Photo courtesy of Table Mountain Inn) The guest rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with a Southwestern/art deco decor.…