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Luxury Log Home - 25 Minutes To Skiing, Boating and Trails!

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Enjoy a lush, well-maintained lawn at this quiet, luxury log home
Enjoy sunset views of the Grand Mesa from the soaring living room windows.
Note three barstools at the table by the stairs, for total dining seating of 14.
The upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and single daybed
Stargazing, and the daytime views from the living room and deck are phenomenal
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Collbran, CO
  • Popular LocationVega State Park22 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrand Mesa National Forest37 min drive
  • Popular LocationPowderhorn Resort38 min drive
  • AirportRifle, CO (RIL-Garfield County Regional)77 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

2 King Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Luxury Log Home - 25 Minutes To Skiing, Boating and Trails!

Black Buzzard Ranch is located one mile from the quaint and charming town of Collbran, this beautifully finished luxury log cabin on a 9-acre ranch is the perfect getaway for any season. The property lies less than half an hour from Grand Mesa National Park, home of the world’s largest flattop mountain with over 300 lakes and countless trails for hiking, mountain biking, ATVing and snowmobiling. Enjoy shorter lift lines and lower rates at nearby Powderhorn Ski Resort (25 minutes away) during the winter, or go fishing, camping, or boating 12 miles away at Vega Lake State Park in the summer. The home is located 50 minutes from the Grand Junction Regional Airport.

There is room for 11 guests with two spacious bedrooms, a loft with log bunkbeds, a pullout sofa and two and a half bathrooms. The living room has two-story windows with incredible views of the Grand Mesa and a propane fireplace. The house is equipped with Wi-Fi and a smart television equipped with free Netflix and Hulu. There is an ample workspace in the living room for those who work remotely. In the summer, you can cookout on the grill. At night, the star gazing opportunities are unbelievable with the low light pollution of the Plateau Valley while you listen to the sounds of Buzzard Creek at the southern edge of the property. For hunters, the ranch is situated between BLM land, state, and national parks, and includes plenty of options for elk, moose, big cat, deer, turkey, or bear hunting.

The small town of Collbran has two distinct restaurants and a small grocery store. Business hours may be limited, but the home accommodates your meal planning needs with a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor grill, and dinnerware for 24 – all you need to bring is food. In the winter, enjoy the luxury of radiant floor heating on every level. The house resides on a working ranch where we raise Highland cattle. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise on the front porch from either the swing or one of the two log rockers. In the evening you can sip wine and watch the sunset on the cushioned lounge chairs on the back deck, which has park-like views of the pastures and the Grand Mesa in the background. Be sure to look out for the turkeys, deer, bald eagles, and blue herons that frequent the property. Occasional sightings also include black bear, coyotes, bobcats, and elk.

The home is family-friendly. It is equipped with a pack-n-play, booster seat, toys, and two retractable child gates on the main level, as well as outlet covers available. The gates to the main road can be closed while the kids romp and play on the lush, well-maintained lawn.

This house is the ideal place to host your larger gatherings of friends, family members, or even for just one family to enjoy this exquisite log home to themselves on a unique vacation in the western slope, far away from any crowds.

Property manager

Anita Smith
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact us directly to inquire about events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Please contact us directly to inquire about events
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Collbran

Located in Collbran, this chalet is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Battlement Mesa Golf Club and Powderhorn Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grand Mesa National Forest and Vega State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Collbran, CO

What's nearby

  • Vega State Park - 22 min drive
  • Grand Mesa National Forest - 37 min drive
  • Powderhorn Resort - 38 min drive
  • High Country Orchards - 54 min drive
  • Battlement Mesa Golf Club - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grand Mesa Tavern - 19 min walk
  • Cattleman's Grill - 18 min walk
  • The Drive In - 5 min drive
  • Twisted Sister - 17 min walk
  • Bridgette's D Bar J - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Log Home - 25 Minutes To Skiing, Boating and Trails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Log Home - 25 Minutes To Skiing, Boating and Trails!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Log Home - 25 Minutes To Skiing, Boating and Trails!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Log Home - 25 Minutes To Skiing, Boating and Trails! located?

Located in the heart of Collbran, this chalet is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Grand Mesa National Forest and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Vega State Park. Powderhorn Resort and James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Property was great, clean and it had everything you need to be very relaxed and comfortable. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picky little thing, shortage of toilet paper in two bathrooms!
The location was beautiful as were the accommodations. We were there mostly to sleep and have coffee on the deck in the morning. Two of our adult children and their spouses were there with us. We spent our days with my brother who lives 8 miles away and who turned 90. His party was at his home. The shortage of TPcreated lots of laughs!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A working ranch
Great property. Only 2 bedrooms and one loft.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert K., Centreville, Md, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
The house was beautiful and the property was serene. Anita stayed in contact with me and made sure we had everything we needed. There were plenty of appointments on site and everything was well labeled. We will be travelling back there in a couple of months and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sean r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding home!
First off, my wife and i rarely say we'd stay in the same vacation home twice. We 100% would come back and stay here! We loved the front and back decks with comfy furniture, as well as the beautiful views of Grand Mesa. The beds and couches were also extra comfortable, and the kitchen was very well stocked (biggie for me). Anita and her staff are fabulous as well. The one issue we had was handled quickly and efficiently. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Anita Smith

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A U.S. military veteran family, Jeff hails from the Midwest and Anita is from western Colorado.

Why they chose this property

We discovered the ranch after a decade serving overseas, planning and saving for our dream retirement home. We found this home and fell in love, and look forward to the day we can eventually be there full-time and watch our son grow up in Collbran, such a friendly, down-to-earth and wholesome town. When we are home, the ranch serves as our getaway from where we are stationed on the eastern seaboard and lets us reconnect with our family nearby.

What makes this property unique

We were drawn to the beautifully constructed log home and the soaring ceilings, but we definitely fell in love with the land first, which is uniquely situated in a lush valley with two natural springs and Buzzard Creek supplying abundant water to its pasture. This creates ample opportunities for raising livestock and (eventually) pursuing our dream of creating a market farm and orchard using sustainable farming methods. We were attracted to its close proximity to town, even though the property still is quiet and secluded - two things which are not often found together.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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