Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling
Rio River Retreat Lodge is a beautiful 4000 square ft log cabin located on the Gold Medal Waters of the Rio Grand River. Sleeps 25! Perfect for multiple families, church groups, ski groups, quilt/ craft/ scrapbook retreats and micro weddings which MUST bu pre approved by the owners.
Just 20 miles to Wolf Creek Ski Area!
With 6 bedrooms plus a sleeping loft, and 3 1/2 baths spread out on 3 levels, there is plenty of space for everyone without feeling crowded! Perfect for: -Family reunions -Church groups -Quilt/ scrapbook retreats -Fishing groups -Ski groups -Micro weddings (MUST have owner approval) The Lodge sits on 4 acres, so there are no neighbors right up against you. You will love the privacy of the deck overlooking the river and yard! Enjoy the beautiful mountain views out every window! You will love the updated, comfortable rooms and wish you would’ve stayed longer! The open concept living/ dining/ kitchen allows everyone to be part of the conversations about your adventures each day! The large game room is a fun place to come together on cold or rainy evenings. The kitchen has 2 refrigerators, double oven, microwave, dishwasher with plenty of cookware, bakeware and dishes- everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. The dining room is large enough to seat 25 guests comfortably. The living room has a large comfy sectional and a 65" smart tv. The Lodge is the perfect location for families and friends to gather to make memories where the river meets the mountains!
Looking for a large space with beautiful mountain views to host a sewing or scrapbook retreat? We provide the tables and chairs! Call Melissa to schedule a retreat for your group!!
Searching for a small rustic style wedding/ elopement venue with river and mountain views? You’ll love the riverside ceremony location and patio for a small reception. There IS an additional event fee and the bride/ groom MUST contact the owner, Melissa at Rio River Retreat by phone prior to booking a wedding/ vow renewal ceremony to make sure that Rio River Retreat is the perfect fit for your special day. The event fee includes the riverside aspen arch, rustic benches, white wooden folding chairs and reception tables. Maximum number of guests is 25.
The lodge is fully furnished and newly updated with hand hewn log beds and memory foam mattresses. Enjoy the beautiful view of the river from the main floor and upstairs bedrooms or the tranquility and quietness of the basement bedrooms. You will love the spacious game room for playing pool, ping pong a kid size foos ball table and a smart TV for watching movies or listening to music. There are various games and puzzles for all to enjoy after a long day of hiking, fishing or skiing. Enjoy your morning coffee on the large deck that overlooks the river or watch the rafters and kayakers float by in the afternoon. WIFI is available throughout the lodge. Hunters——-We are HORSE FRIENDLY!! Board your horse(s) on the same property. A covered stall and large pen are available at a reasonable cost to both guests and non-guests. Enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities in and around South Fork- fishing, hiking, riding ATV's, biking, exploring jeep trails, golfing, rafting, and kayaking. Or just sit on the porch and watch the world float by! Be sure and follow us on social media for the most up to date pictures and last minute deals! We look forward to having you stay at Rio River Retreat Lodge- where the river meets the mountains!
**You must fill out a rental agreement and security deposit authorization HOLD form upon booking, no matter what channel you book on.
***There is an extra cleaning fee for groups larger than 15 to allow for an additional cleaner. ***Absolutely no pets are allowed at the lodge due to owner allergies.
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Pets
No pets allowed
Due to owners allergies, NO PETS ARE ALLOWED! Shou
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Upon booking, you will be required to sign a rental agreement.
If having a wedding you must contact the owner by phone within 24 hours of booking to make sure Rio River Retreat will be a perfect location for you.
If you have a service dog, you must inform the owners at time of booking and agree to the additional cleaning fee of $500 due to owners allergies.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1293244vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Small weddings allowed with additional fee
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
About the area
South Fork
Located in South Fork, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Rio Grande Club and Raven Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coller State Wildlife Area and Rio Grande. Travelling with kids? Consider Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande County Museum and Cultural Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
Rio Grande Club - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
Coller State Wildlife Area - 9 min drive - 14.8 km
Wolf Creek Ski Area - 38 min drive - 42.3 km
Getting around
Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
The Malt Shoppe - 3 min drive
Mountain Pizza & Taproom - 4 min drive
Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - 13 min walk
Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - 5 min drive
Pale Morning Coffee - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling on 11 May 2026 start from AU$759, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious riverside Lodge w/ gameroom and covered pavilion for outdoor grilling located?
This family-friendly South Fork holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rio Grande and Wolf Creek Anglers. Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The lodge was great, fit 25 college guys in it comfortably. The hosts were helpful and communicated with me quickly. Would definitely recommend this lodge for a big group.
Two families were able to enjoy this house and each other for a week in this home. There were 10 adults and 2 teens and plenty of space for everyone.The view if the mountains and access to the Rio Grande made this the best place we’ve stayed while in South Fork. We especially enjoyed the large family and kitchen area for our group, and the kids took advantage of the game room and games. The kitchen was well equipped for our family needs. We made all of our meals in the house. There was plenty of room for parking, and checking in and out were easy! We will definitely try to book this place again!
Accommodations were wonderful house very clean! Great access to South Fork and surrounding towns would stay there again!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Suzy R.
14 Oct 2025
Wonderful event home!
We loved the area we got to sew in. All our needs were met and the home was very clean and comfortable. I would recommend it to anyone who need a larger home to enjoy for events.
We always stay here when we come to ski WolfCreek!!! We have a group of 10+ and stay at the lodge. Always clean!!! The amenities are everything you need! Bring your food, drinks and family/friends and make the best memories.
Melissa and Dan are the easiest and most kind people to work with. They have always went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed and always available to answer any questions or help in any way.
Your stay here will be everything you want and like us, you will be returning customers!!!!
House is located in a great location, with plenty of space. Will definitely stay again!
Ronnie C.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brenda J.
23 May 2025
Perfect
Beautiful setting and extremely convenient for a large family gathering. Great interior layout, plenty of sleeping choices. Right on the river
Brenda J.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary L.
14 Feb 2019
Great place to stay particularly if you have a large group. Ample room for all!
We really enjoyed our short stay, great location with easy access to world class skiing at Wolf Creek and close enough to spend a relaxing evening in the historic mining town of Creede. We had so much fun and definitely will return next year!
Gary L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
We are so happy ya'll enjoyed your stay at Rio River Retreat! The skiing was great this year, which means a great summer for fishing, floating and rafting!! We look forward to having yall stay again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy H.
24 Jan 2025
Awesome as always!
This is our second time to stay at the retreat, and we loved it as much as the first time. Plenty of room for 2 large families, and the view of the river/mountains can't be beat. Love this place!
Jeremy H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rick H.
20 Aug 2024
Wonderful place for our family gathering.
The home is cozy and there was plenty of room for our family. Also such a pretty area. Plenty of room for the kids to play. We recommend the Lodge!!
We had a large group of 22 people and were very pleased with the Lodge. We had part of our group stay at the cabin within walking distance and it worked out great for us!
The house was just right for our family of 17 people. It’s beautifully located on the river.
Debra G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review! We are so glad your family enjoyed your time there and look forward to having y'all stay again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Fr. Nicholas A.
17 Aug 2024
Wonderful Accomations for retreats and vacations
This is a wonderful house off the Rio Grande river for retreats, vacations, family reunions, and more. The owners are very hospitable and eager to help. They paid attention to our group and noticed that we had a Kansas connection, which made us feel noticed and welcomed. Thanks so much for the stay!
What a great property for our group! The cabin is spacious and very open which allowed our large family (14+) to have enough room for everyone. The house was very clean and the owner's communication was very timely. We would stay here again.
Koy N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
We are glad you enjoyed the cabin for your family! Would love for ya'll to come back anytime!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brianne R.
30 Mar 2024
Our go-to place to stay!
This lodge easily houses our group of 15-20 every year for our annual ski trip, and it has plenty of space to relax, play games, cook, and eat together. The owners are easy to communicate with and friendly people. We hope to return year after year!
Brianne R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peggy V.
2 May 2019
Great Weekend!
We had a wonderful weekend..the house was just as we expected! Plenty of room for everyone to enjoy, and being right by the river just topped it off!
Peggy V.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you all back anytime!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kirstie H.
18 Oct 2024
Great Wedding Venue!
We thoroughly enjoyed Rio River Retreat for my daughters' wedding! The owners were great, friendly, and responsive! There was plenty of room for everyone and the barn was perfect for the ceremony and reception. I recommend this venue!
Kirstie H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Preslie D.
18 Jan 2023
Beautiful location, amazing hosts, great experience!
This was my second time staying at the Rio River Lodge and it just keeps getting better! Melissa goes above and beyond to make sure your stay is enjoyable and memorable. Our group had a blast getting to all be together! The location is great and easy to get to Wolf Creek to ski. Overall I highly recommended staying at this charming lodge!
Preslie D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
8 July 2023
Perfect Setting
It’s a beautiful cabin with River Access.
The Jones’ are very accommodating!
We loved this placed !! The owners were so nice and very attentive to any questions or issues !! We will be back 😊
SUSIE O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Dan and Melissa Jones
Hi! We are Dan and Melissa Jones and just recently moved from Texas to South Fork full time to manage our beautiful group retreat cabin. We love the mountains and enjoy all of the outdoor activities that they provide such as Jeep trailing, riding atv's and snowmobiles, camping, kayaking, hiking and skiing. If you have questions on where to go/ what to do we are happy to help. We look forward to having you as our guests and hope you will feel right at home at our river lodge!
Why they chose this property
We have always loved coming to the South Fork area for summer vacations and just recently started skiing at Wolf Creek. Dan even camped here as a kid and always dreamed of one day living in the mountains. After we got married we dreamed together of owning a retreat center in the mountains and this lodge was everything we were looking for. Riverfront with beautiful views of the mountains and would sleep large groups. What more could we ask for?
What makes this property unique
You will absolutely LOVE relaxing on the large porch and hearing the sound of the river just a few feet away. Nothing beats morning coffee on the deck while watching the sun rise against the mountains! The log work is absolutely amazing- quality craftsmanship by all means! Located on the Gold Medal fishing waters of the Rio Grande River!!! This is a perfect location for river fishing! A perfect location for a craft/ scrapbook/ quilting retreat!! We provide craft tables & chairs for up to 20 guests. A NEW 20x20 covered pavilion will be your favorite hangout spot during those afternoon rain showers in the summer! Capture the beauty of the river and mountains during your small, intimate wedding with close family and friends. Float/ kayak in/out of the back yard.
Languages:
English
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