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Black Canyon Cottage .... Black Canyon National Park

Ski-in/ski-out cottage with water park access

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THE BLACK CANYON COTTAGE
Very Private & Peaceful
The Black Canyon of The Gunnison National Park
PICNIC & FIRE PIT AREA
Living Room / Wood Burning Stove

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
  • Place, South Rim Visitor Center
  • Place, Gunnison Point
  • Airport, Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Black Canyon Cottage .... Black Canyon National Park

This Beautiful A framed 2 story Cottage is on a Private Ranch, ...Gorgeous open views of The San Juan Mountains and The Black Canyon National Park, 15 minutes from downtown Montrose, 10 minutes from the entrance to The Black Canyon Nat. Park, 35 minutes from Ouray (America's Little Switzerland ), 25 minutes to the Montrose Airport. We are Green friendly. WE NO LONGER TAKE PETS

Mountain style with Cowboy Antiques and charm; Furnished, 2 story A frame cottage & wood burning stove, full kitchen, outside Fire-pit and Picnic area...Perfect for The Outdoor Enthusiast !
We have it all...Peace & Quiet, Gold Medal Waters, Miles of Trails, Large herds of Elk/Deer...

So kick off your shoes and relax, listen to the coyotes as you stare at the night sky, warming yourselves at the campfire...

HUNTERS; We are located near units 63,64...You can glass game from the front porch. Kinikin Processing is located 20 minutes away for all your game needs !

FISHERMEN; We have the Stone Fly Hatch in May/June...Don't forget Red Rock...

Concierge Service upon request...

Keywords: Secluded,Black Canyon,Gorgeous views...

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
THIS IS A 100 YEAR OLD HOMESTEAD AND WE ASK THAT YOU TREAT IT KINDLY AND WITH RESPECT
NO EXTRA GUESTS UNLESS PREVIOUSLY CLEARED

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

About the area

Montrose

Located in Montrose, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and South Rim Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fox Park and Buckley Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Montrose, CO

What's nearby

  • Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park - 19 min drive - 12.9 km
  • South Rim Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Gunnison Point - 26 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Bridges Golf & Country Club - 30 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Cedar Point Nature Trail - 32 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Spur Outfitters - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Canyon Cottage .... Black Canyon National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Canyon Cottage .... Black Canyon National Park?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Canyon Cottage .... Black Canyon National Park?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Black Canyon Cottage .... Black Canyon National Park located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cottage in Montrose is within 12 mi (20 km) of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and South Rim Visitor Center and close to winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Tomichi Point and Gunnison Point are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 134 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 134 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zack B.

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

we loved our stay here!

it was a very relaxing stay and close by the southern rim of the Black Canyon. hosts were lovely and the horses were characters. we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location central to Montrose, Black Canyon, and Curecanti. We had everything we needed and the view from the guest house was incredible. San Juans to the south, and Red Rock Canyon to the north.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

Calming and awesome!

Their place was clean with easy access to black Canyon. Highly recommend.!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Montrose ranch

Cozy, quiet, perfectly located for exploring the area. The hosts were awesome!! So full of information about the surrounding area. Super polite and accommodating! Would love to go back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

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

Serene location close to black canyon

Perfect stay close to town and Black Canyon National Park. Some horses and minis on property, we said hi to them in the morning.Night sky was very dark, close to official dark sky area and we were able to get awesome views of milky way with no telescope. Hopefully you can be there on a clear night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Nice stay in country.

Nice Place good hosts close to Black Canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

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

Digital detox

No wifi and limited service were what the doctor ordered, and the easy access to Black Canyon can't be beat! Gary and LaurieAnn (and their dogs!) were lovely - they live across the driveway from the cabin. The property was far enough from town to feel private, yet close enough to town (and the park) to be easy to access amenities. There is a long gravel road which we were worried might be an issue with a rental car - but it was well maintained and not an issue at all. If we find ourselves back in the area, we will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

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

Home on the Ranch

Fabulous place. Wonderful stay. We were looking for some quiet time off the grid and this place fit the bill perfectly. Best part was how close it is to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Relaxing Ranch

Quiet, peaceful, everything we needed including a surprise dozen of eggs. The owners were great, we’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

R Scott B.

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

Good stay

Nice working ranch (horses, miniature horses,chickens, dogs, tractors, etc). Very hospitable host. Comfortable beds. Easy access to Black Canyon NP.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent S., Peoria IL, USA

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

Great cabin near Black Canyon National Park

This cabin was a great location near Black Canyon National Park and shopping in nearby Montrose. The cabin was spacious and well stocked. The hosts were very friendly. It was fun staying on the ranch and seeing the horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Anniversary trip

Beautiful setting near Black Canyon at Gunnison and also a beautiful drive to Ouray. Owners were friendly, helpful and made everything easy. Would definitely go back another time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Amazing!

Beautiful and cozy! Couldn't have asked for a better experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kirsten R.

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

Black Canyon hiking

Lovely property. Quaint and Rustic, but this was evident in listing. Doug was an absolute pleasure. Wi-if and streaming of tv not reliable/almost non existent . But this was mentioned in prior reviews.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M., Mertztown, PA

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

Peaceful cabin - exactly what we were expecting!

Gary and Laurieann were gracious hosts. We absolutely loved staying at the cabin on their property. The cabin was exactly as described and perfect for my husband and me. We enjoyed watching the elk across the pasture from the cabin in the late evening as well as visiting the horses on the property. Gary provided us a wealth of information on things to do in the area and the proximity to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park was awesome as it was no more than 15 minutes away. The short 20 minute drive to Montrose for dinner was very nice with lots of dining options. Thank you so much for sharing this piece of heaven with us!! We’re already looking forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Peaceful Setting Near Lots of Outdoor Fun

My husband and I rented this property for a one week vacation, mostly to get a break from the city. The property is immaculately clean and was the perfect size for my husband and I. It has all the amenities we wanted including an air conditioner in the bedroom space. I really appreciated the AC because the weather was hot and sunny for most of our stay. Gary and Loriann were warm and friendly hosts. My favorite thing about this property is the horses! There are 10+ horses on the property plus ponies plus a baby calf. I loved walking around the property each day and saying hi to the horses, patting their noses and giving them baby carrots. The horses are some of the most gentle, friendly ones I've met. You can also arrange to go horseback riding with a guide through beautiful BLM property. There are lots of trails within 20 minutes of the property including the Black Canyon National Park which is absolutely amazing and much less crowded than many national parks. Great place to go to get a break from the crowds, traffic, and hustle of the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerry H.

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

just what we wanted

What a neat little bungalow way out on a real ranch with the friendliest hosts in at least Colorado!!! Laurie Ann and Greg were great and very helpful with details about the area and our next stop. Six stars - well actually out here it was about a billion but whose counting.Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

Getaway

Lovely, comfortable and well outfitted getaway.Friendly and caring hosts.Close to Gunnison for exceptional walking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scot S.

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

One of the most beautiful locations we’ve stayed!

I’ll sound like a broken record. The owners of this property are amazing. Very very cool people. The lodging is slightly larger than a tiny house. Completely outfitted so you don’t have to bring much but your food. The horses nearby added to the atmosphere big time. Extremely close to the black Canyon entrance. Very close to Montrose in the event you forgot something. The nights are completely silent and almost pitch black. It doesn’t get any more tranquil. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Black Canyon farm cabin

Relaxing stay. Gary and LaurieAnn were so friendly and the location was incredibly peaceful. Convenient location for visiting the south rim. Great views of elk on the western ridge and San Juans to the south.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy F.

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

Ranch Beauty

This place is a wonderful retreat to take in the vastness of the mountains and land in the Colorado wedt. Super easy access to the Black Canyon and just 15 minutes from downtown Monroe. We truly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to Gunnison

We enjoyed our stay overall. Gary was extremely welcoming and the farm setting was restful. Short Drive to the park made it convenient. This place is not made for tall folks. Gary made us aware upon arrival that the ceiling was low at the top of the steps. It took us a few whacks to get used to the slope of the ceiling at the staircase and over the second bed. We also were without a hairdryer. When I asked if I was overlooking it, Gary said someone had taken it and it had not been replaced. I left behind a thermos and Gary was kind enough to ship it back to us, which we really appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rueben F.

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

Great place to unwind

Out in the boonies but not hard to find. The quiet was priceless. The horses and mini horses were a bonus. Watched deer and listened to coyotes. Our host offered good day trip suggestions that were appreciated. You do have to climb stairs to sleep and no wifi. We would come again if we go this way. Thank you Gary and LaurieAnn!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

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

Great location

The location was perfect, near to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Montrose. We saw elk, turkeys, blue birds from the cabin. Gary was very helpful and we had fresh eggs from the ranch in the fridge!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raeleigh T.

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

Tranquil Ranch With Kind Hosts

We were only here for two nights, but wish we could've stayed longer and hope to visit again! Gary and Laurie Ann were very communicative and welcoming. The property boasts stunning views and the cabin is cozy & comfortable. My partner and I were visiting the area to hike the Blue Lakes trail near ridgeway, but will definitely be planning a longer stay to explore more of the surrounding areas and the Black Canyon National Park next time around. The property is conveniently located within relatively short drives to multiple scenic routes and mountain towns!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by LAURIEANN & GARY NELSON

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Howdy Gary & LaurieAnn here...We chose Bostwick Park, because it is a little Slice of Heaven on Earth...Originally here in the 1970's...We spent 45 years in The outdoor Recreation business, in The Napa and Sonoma Valley's...We began a Trail Ride Business here in 1999...Then bought a small ranch and moved here in 2003...We now share this very special place with Family, Friends and our Guests...When you visit you will see why we all love it here..... .

Why they chose this property

Because this is Heaven on Earth...You can see 50 miles down the Uncompaghre Valley to The San Juan Range...Sunrise to Sunset...A place you will never forget...

What makes this property unique

Sunsets...Privacy...Wildlife...Centrally located to many of The Southwest World Famous Wonders...Closet rental to The Black Canyon National Park...30 minutes from National Forest...15 minutes from Restaurant/Dining/Entertainment...

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