Slice of heaven! Log home w/huge deck & outstanding views on 7 acres w/creek

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Check out the area

Bayfield, CO

Vallecito Lake8 min drive
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad53 min drive
Pagosa Springs, CO (PGO-Stevens Field)80 min drive
Purgatory Resort86 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

First Floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 8

Shooting Star Cabin is a unique and peaceful retreat away from the from the hustle and bustle of life! This secluded log cabin is nestled on 7 acres of mountain paradise, overlooks a wooded valley, and boasts a private creek and waterfall. Guests love falling asleep to the sounds of the creek and waterfall at night and watching for shooting stars. The dark night sky means the Milky Way is often visible. Campfires are a favorite evening pastime. Relaxing with coffee or drinks on the deck overlooking the valley is another! There is plenty of space for everyone to spread out with 2 decks, the fire pit area and the great room and seven acres to wander on. This is the perfect home base for adventurers and those seeking a quiet, peaceful getaway. It is located just north of Vallecito Lake, half a mile up a gated private dirt road.
Once inside, take in the rustic charm of this fully remodeled home. The great room features original lofted pine ceilings, a wood burning fieldstone fireplace, cozy recliners and comfortable furnishings. During your stay, enjoy a fully stocked kitchen to meet your culinary desires! Enjoy your meals (and a wide variety of board games!) with all of your guests indoors at our 8 person dining table, or out on the deck . Comfortable bedrooms with dressers and closets for storage. Large laundry and mud room with washer and dryer and double sink offers additional bonus storage for extra items.

Amenities:
*WiFi
* Fully stocked kitchen, including place settings for 10, knife sets, wine glasses, a variety of pots and pans, baking pans, serving bowls and dishes, toaster, coffee maker, blender, electric mixer, electric wine opener, a variety of spices and oils, foil, Ziploc bags etc.
* Washer & Dryer plus laundry soap and dryer sheets
* Propane Grill
* Fireplace and firewood
* Games & Puzzles
* Small ice chest, back pack, hiking poles etc.
*Close access to great hiking trails and the lake
*Grocery shopping and delivery can be done ahead for you
*No parties or events allowed

Property manager

Ruth

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Irregular terrain, water nearby, open staircase

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Camp fires are permitted at this time, as fire restriction is low. Do not leave fire unattended. Fully extinguish with garden hose after use. Thanks!

Enjoy the stream that runs through the property, please refrain from altering the flow of the water with rocks or logs. Leave well house etc alone.

Do not flush anything but toilet paper or natural waste in toilets. No ATVs to be driven on the property or the private road from the main road.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Purgatory Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vallecito Lake and Weminuche Wilderness. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

Vallecito Lake - 8 min drive
Fort Lewis College - 52 min drive
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 53 min drive
Cliffs at Tamarron - 73 min drive
Purgatory Resort - 86 min drive

Getting around

Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

The Rusty Shovel Saloon - 7 min drive
Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - 7 min drive
Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - 8 min drive
Angler's Wharf - 14 min drive
D bar G Outfitters-Horse Back Riding - 16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Slice of heaven! Log home w/huge deck & outstanding views on 7 acres w/creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Slice of heaven! Log home w/huge deck & outstanding views on 7 acres w/creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slice of heaven! Log home w/huge deck & outstanding views on 7 acres w/creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slice of heaven! Log home w/huge deck & outstanding views on 7 acres w/creek located?

This family-friendly Bayfield cabin is located on the riverfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Weminuche Wilderness and Vallecito Lake. Los Pinos River is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

30 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat from the Heat!

Just what we wanted - a mountain cabin away from the crowds and with a gorgeous view of the San Juans. Our only visitors were the chipmunks, mule deer, and the woodpeckers nesting above the deck. We totally enjoyed our stay and would love to come back! Such a respite from the heat that we experience in North Texas.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

8 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

Great location with views. Property had everything we needed to have a great time. Enjoyed games, horse shoes and fishing at the lake. The deck had great views.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great all around

Correct amount of solitude. Correct closeness to Durango. Very nice house. Recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

19 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property!

This is the perfect getaway place. Very comfortable, very relaxing! The views off the deck are spectacular - morning and evening! Very quiet neighborhood and overall top-notch property. A perfect getaway from the busy-ness of the day-to-day. 100% recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

14 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful setting

The home is just as advertised. Beautiful mountain setting in the Colorado pines. The hosts were attentive and caring and take great pride in their comfortable and relaxing home.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ruth

Ruth and Chester have been coming to Vallecito Lake for as long as they can remember. They spent their honeymoon up by the lake, in one of the first cabins ever built in this area. That little cabin was a treasured family vacation spot for Chester's family, and a place that Ruth & Chester brought their kids every summer. In the 2001 Missionary Ridge fire, that special place was lost. A few sad summers went by without Vallecito Lake for the family, and then serendipitously, they rescued a lost family, who in turn told them about this exact cabin. With grandchildren now in the mix, this Vallecito family tradition is alive and well!

Why they chose this property

This area of the Vallecito Valley is quiet, and close to Vallecito Creek Campground where there are amazing hiking trails back into the wilderness along the river. The lake is just down the road, as are the local stores and restaurants.

What makes this property unique

Although this family cabin has most of the comforts of home, it has the feel of times gone by. Once you arrive, you will not want to leave. It is half a mile up a dirt road from the main road, and across a small wood bridge that spans the creek that runs on the property. There are huge pine trees and plenty of aspens surrounding the large deck that overlooks the treetops of Vallecito Valley. Sitting on the deck with your morning coffee, watching the birds, deer, chipmunks, and other wildlife just puts the world in perspective.
The night skies are amazing, and we often see shooting stars, as well as the Milky Way. Campfire time is the best with family or friends, and we have a big stone campfire pit, and plenty of chairs to pull around the fire. Marshmallow forks provided!
Sleeping with the windows open at night is the best, you can hear the waterfall and the creek.