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Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!

Family-friendly holiday home in Grand Junction with a water park

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House on the Rock with Colorado National Monument in background.
Our house with the Colorado National Monument in the background.
1st floor living room with exposed rock from hillside.
1st floor living room designed to look like a mine.
Entryway stairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10483.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Colorado National Monument
  • Place, Redlands Mesa Golf Club
  • Place, Colorado Mesa University
  • Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Play Room

1 Queen Bed

Sewing Room

1 Double Bed

Third Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!

One of a kind 4BR 3BA 5,200 sqft home. Stunning views of the CO Ntl Mnt and entire Grand Valley. Our grandpa, a home builder, designed this rustic house as a masterpiece for his family. He wanted it to be part of nature, so he fit it between trees and inside left exposed the massive sandstone slab on which it’s built. Experience nature but less than 15 minutes from downtown. This large house has entertained our family and friends for generations, and we’re thrilled that now you can share it with yours, too. This is our only rental house, so you'll be sure to receive dedicated service!

---------Home Description----------
Our grandpa designed and built this unique home in a way that captures the rugged terrain on which it sits and compliments the stunning natural beauty of the Colorado National Monument that serves as the backdrop. He made it so every room has its own stunning view. Look closely at the photos to see the rock and wood detail throughout. The sandstone slab of the hill on which it’s built actually makes up the entire wall of the downstairs family room and the floor of the room above. Grandpa had artistic vision, creativity, and the craftsmanship to put it all together and he built this house from his heart. (He was still building furniture for us well into his 90s!). It has served as a cherished place for family gatherings, and we invite you to enjoy your vacation the way we have enjoyed this home throughout the generations. Have breakfast in the kitchen or on the upper deck, while enjoying unobstructed views of the Colorado National Monument and the way the morning sun hits the red rocks. Spend evenings watching the sun set over the Bookcliffs and the Grand Valley. During the summers you might catch a lightning storm over the grand valley as the thunder echoes off the massive canyon walls behind the house. Or use our BBQ to make your meal on our giant deck while taking in the views. Take leisurely walks through the neighborhood or drive/bike to get to everything that Grand Junction has to offer. (See list below!)

While most of the home furnishings are rustic and cozy in a way that preserves the years of fond memories, we made sure you had enough upgraded guest amenities to make your stay as comfy as can be: we just remodeled the showers, we have hotel-quality linens, plush towels, and plenty of toiletries. You get to enjoy a vacation with maybe the most gorgeous views in the Grand Valley, in a house full of charmingly-old stuff spanning generations, but you still get to sleep as if you were staying in a great hotel. Please note that we sometimes need to water the outdoor plants.

------PLEASE NOTE-------
We try our absolute best to keep the house clean for you and all of our future guests. For this reason, we ask that you note our rules for no pets and no groups or gatherings of over 10 people. Unfortunately we aren't willing to bend on these rules and will have to say no to any exceptions (best not to ask). Thanks!

As our home is on three levels and on a hill, it has stairs to the front door and then staircases to the second and third level. Please take this into consideration if anyone in your group has mobility limits.

We do have a ring camera outside the front door. There are no cameras or any kind of monitoring equipment inside our home.

Should you need to make a last minute cancellation, this is our policy: As soon as you cancel our calendar opens up for rebooking. If a day (or days) you booked is rebooked, we will refund the amount we would have made on that day (or days). If no days are rebooked, unfortunately there will be no refund. Thanks for understanding.

---------Layout of the house--------

Main Floor:
Kitchen (new fridge and stove)
Breakfast nook
Formal Dining Room
Living Room and Fireplace
Laundry room (washer/dryer, iron)
Bedroom 2 (queen bed)
Bedroom 3 (two twin beds, travel crib)
Bathroom with bathtub

Upstairs- Entire floor is Master Suite (up a small staircase from the living room)
Master Bedroom (king bed)
Attached full bathroom with clawfoot bathtub, shower
Sewing room attached to master (full bed)

Downstairs:
Family room with built-in wet bar
Playroom/Office (full bed)
Bedroom 4 (queen bed)
Bathroom with shower

----------Nearby Attractions----------
Colorado National Monument East Entrance (5 min drive) - close to Serpent’s Trail, Devil’s Kitchen hikes, etc.
Mountain Biking on Tabeguache trail systems which includes the "Lunch loop", "Andy's trail" and many more (5 min drive)
Redlands Mesa Golf Course (5 min drive)
Two Rivers Winery (10 min drive)
Historic Main Street with restaurants, shopping, art galleries, and summertime Farmer’s Market (15 min drive)
Powderhorn Ski Resort (50 min drive)
Take a day trip in your car to Moab, the Grand Mesa, Glenwood Springs, Aspen, Ouray...

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have pack-n-plays and other things for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
No gatherings over 12 people.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Unfortunately we never bend on this rule.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking anything (pot, too) inside. Outside ok

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No gatherings over 12 people.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grand Junction

Located in Redlands, a neighbourhood in Grand Junction, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. John McConnell Math and Science Center and Cross Orchards Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tiara Rado and Two Rivers Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Bananas Fun Park and Canyon View Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Junction, CO

What's nearby

  • Colorado National Monument - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Redlands Mesa Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Canyon View Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Two Rivers Convention Center - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Colorado Mesa University - 12 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Station - 11 min drive
  • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views! located?

This family-friendly Grand Junction holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Colorado National Monument, Redlands Mesa Golf Club and Tiara Rado. Bananas Fun Park and Canyon View Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Angela Turrou

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We live in Los Angeles but we share the house with our parents, who live right down the road and love hosting our guests. We have traveled all over the world and our best experiences have been when we were invited to local homes and got to know the people living there. We hope you get to know Grand Junction just a little bit better- and we know you will be blown away by the views in our unique home.

Why they chose this property

Our grandpa built it and we couldn't let it leave our family! It's just too beautiful of a house. Grandma and Grandpa had always talked about making it into a bed and breakfast, way before VRBO was around, and we're happy to fulfill their wishes.

What makes this property unique

Our guests have told us a few things in particular they love about our home: 1) It's truly unique in what several have called a "funky" way. For instance the house is built around the sandstone slab from the hillside and it protrudes out from walls in the first and second level. 2) Every single window in our home has an amazing view, either of the Colorado National Monument, or the Grand Valley. You can see some of it in the pictures, but really, you have to be there to fully appreciate it! 3) And finally, everyone loves our giant porch. We built it over what used to be a pool, so it's very sizable, and there is nothing between it and the Monument, so you can take in the sunrise with a cup of coffee, or have an amazing BBQ under the stars. Enjoy!

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