Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views!
This beautiful mountain home is located in a forested community offering a relaxed and comfortable mountain experience with abundant wildlife, away from the crowds.
Nearby attractions include Black Canyon National Park, Curecanti National Recreation Area and Blue Mesa Reservoir (where pontoon and fishing boat rentals are available), Morrow Point Reservoir, Lake City and the Alpine Loop, Owl Creek Pass and Silverjack Reservoir, Big Blue Campground and the Alpine Trail, and much more in Gunnison, Crested Butte, Ouray, and Montrose.
On the main floor, enjoy the open floor plan featuring a gorgeous Colorado river rock fireplace and large sitting area with smart TV, surrounded by wall to wall windows framing 180 degrees of spectacular mountain and valley views. The spacious kitchen has room for multiple cooks, with a cozy wood burning stove. Separate primary bedrooms are located on both floors, with king sized beds and separate baths. A bonus, full sized bed is located in a 1st floor nonconforming bedroom. The wrap-a-around deck is ideal for enjoying panoramic views after hiking, biking, fishing, or board games. Take advantage of the opportunity to rent side-by-sides (for anywhere from a half day to 30 days) at nearby Arrowhead Mountain Adventures and visit nearby Arrowhead Lodge for dining and drinks, with live music on weekends in the beer garden during warmer months.
In winter, Arrowhead's internal roads close to wheeled vehicles from December until mid-April; exact dates are determined by area patrol service and are dependent upon snowfall accumulation. Guests park in the winter parking lot and travel throughout the community via snowmobile (which can be rented for anywhere from 2 hours to 30 days by visiting www.alpineplateau.com). This is also a great time to try out snowshoes provided at the cabin or the newly created cross country alpine ski track nearby.
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Guests will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused during stay.
Area includes wildlife and mountain vegetation. Use caution, store trash as indicted, keep all exterior doors shut.
For safety reasons, no outdoor fires are permitted at this time and no smoking is permitted anywhere on the property. Crypto mining not permitted.
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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
This property accepts cash
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views!?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views! on 20 Dec 2025 start from AU$482, 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 Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mountain home retreat with 180 degrees of stunning mountain + valley views! located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Gunnison River and within 20 miles (32 km) of Blue Mesa Reservoir and Cimarron Railroad Exhibit. Curecanti Creek Trail and Bill Hare Gulch Wilderness Study Area are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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You never think a house will be as good as the pictures, I’m here to tell you this house is BETTER than the pictures!! We loved our time here. The house was so well stocked and comfortable. We wish we could have stayed longer!
The views and the lodging were outstanding!! The VRBO site showed exactly what the property and the view are. We very much enjoyed our stay. We would highly recommend this beautiful cabin.
Great stay, beautiful home with amazing views. It can get a bit hot in the afternoon with the sun blazing you just have to remember to use the shades! We can highly recommend this listing!
Everything was perfect. First, the home itself is amazing and the views are breathtaking. The beds are extremely comfortable. Everything you would need to cook with is in the very well appointed kitchen. Probably one the best vacation rentals we've ever stayed in.
Rick,
We were thrilled to have you back for a second visit this winter! I am so glad you had a good time adventuring in the snow. Thank you very much for your incredibly kind reviews. Take care and reach out anytime you'd like to return!
Sincerely,
Heather
Beautiful spaced, clean and peaceful cabin, just the right way to get recreated.
I really appreciate
Domingo V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
We are very glad you came to spend a few days at our home in the Blue Mesa/Black Canyon area, Domingo. Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to submit your kind review. I hope the rest of your summer continues to be fun and peaceful!
It was an amazing property! Every clean, awesome views, very spacious, truly comfortable and everything that you would need is there. Our host, Heather, made communication and accessing the property a breeze. Hopefully we're able to visit again sometime. Thanks,
Burton B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2025
Burton,
I just wanted to reach out and say thank you for visiting Arrowhead during the holidays this winter and for your very kind review! Have a terrific rest of your year - I look forward to connecting if you have the opportunity to stay with us again sometime.
With appreciation,
Heather
It was one of the most beautiful places we have ever been. The sunsets were spectacular and the location was ideal for fishing, hiking, or anything you want to do outside!
It was a beautiful home and the host, Heather, was so attentive and helpful. We are grateful for her opening her home to us!
We highly recommend this home and would love to be back soon.
Jill S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Thank you so much, Jill, for your thoughtful words! I'm so glad you had a good time at the property and enjoyed some cool outdoor activities, even while you were experiencing a significant storm back home! I hope everything is back to normal on that front and the remainder of your summer is filled with lots of fun and no severe weather events. We greatly appreciate you for electing to try us out and letting us know about your experience. Thank you, again!
The area is sensational for fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing. The cabin is AMAZING! The view from every room or deck was incredible. Well maintained, stocked and furnished, spacious place. I wish I could give it 10 stars!! We would love to visit again.
Susan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Susan,
I can't thank you enough for your kind feedback! I'm so glad you and your husband were able to come visit Colorado's San Juan Mountains. I loved hearing about your success with trout fishing at Morrow Point and the fox and fawn you saw on the property. Thanks also for my favorite new phone wallpaper of the doe in the yard. I hope the remainder of your summer is full of equal parts relaxation and adventure!
With appreciation,
Heather
The cabin was gorgeous and well equipped. The beds were very comfortable and the view was breathtaking! Each morning we would look for the marmot to lay out and warm up on his rock over on the hill. Saw a spruce grouse family and a buck on the way out one day. We drive down to Silverton on the Million Dollar highway and did Box Canyon in Ouray and another day we went into Telluride, rode the Gondola, walked around and had lunch. It was so nice to have down days in between our trips to play game, puzzles and cards and admire the beautiful scenery. We honestly couldn't think of one thing to the make this place more perfect!
What a memorable stay! Not only were the house and surroundings stunning, but we also stayed here the weekend I proposed to my fiancée. And we couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay at afterwards: the main room was welcoming with incredible views of the valley below, there were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms (emphasis on the shower and tub setup upstairs), and the whole spot had a rustic yet homey feel throughout. This was a really special weekend made even better by this beautiful house!
Robb D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2024
Robb, how exciting! Congratulations to you and your fiancée! We are honored to have been your base camp for such a memorable event. We wish you a wonderful future together with lots of vacation adventures on the horizon.
We had a fantastic time in this house which is set in a remote location with breathtaking views of an expansive valley. Inside the house, everything is decorated with taste and recently renovated.
It is a good location to explore Black Canyon National Park and Curecanti National Monument.
Heather the host was super helpful and responsive.
Overall one of the most stunning houses we ever stayed at.
David B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2024
David and family,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and generous feedback. We are grateful that you chose to stay with us during your adventures at Black Canyon National Park and we hope that you will consider swinging by this way again. Safe travels during what sounds like a fantastic road trip, and thank you for kicking off our summer in such a terrific way!
We were looking to adventure near Ouray but we’re not able to find a beautiful location that fit our budget. This cabin was amazing. Spectacular views and just a beautiful cabin all around! Quiet, away from everyone and everything we loved the seclusion. Private lakes near by were nice. Security patrol was nice to see too. Lots of wild life and super nice owners! Definitely worth the drive if you want to getaway from it all and relax! Will definitely be sharing with our friends and family!
Dan L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Many thanks for your kind review, Dan! I am so excited that you and your family found the property to be a comfortable home base for activities in Ouray (we did the via ferrata recently and had a great time). I'm glad you were pleased to see the security patrol; I agree that it's nice having them present in the community. Please come back any time you are planning future adventures in the Blue Mesa area. Thank you again for choosing us and sharing a bit about your experience!
We loved this property! Our family of 4 (2 adults & 2 teens) enjoyed the beautiful view and the wildlife in the yard. The cabin is about 45 minutes from the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and a few minutes longer from Montrose, but the drive is well worth it because you have a great cabin to stay in, a gorgeous view, and privacy. It’s a great place to spread out at the end of a long day of hiking and sightseeing. The cabin is as advertised and is very well equipped - the kitchen has everything you will need to make meals. Heather was really easy to work with during the reservation process and checked in with us to make sure we were doing well and had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend this cabin if you are visiting the area. We would definitely stay again.
Angela E.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Angela, thank you so much for choosing to bring your family for a stay at Arrowhead! I'm thrilled that you enjoyed the area, including Ouray, and were comfortable at the house. I really appreciate your kind review and hope you'll consider swinging by this way again sometime.
I can't recommend this property highly enough. The cabin and the area are just stunning. The 2 bedrooms with king beds are spacious and comfortable; the upstairs bathroom has his and hers toilet rooms, a gorgeous shower, and a bathtub with amazing views. The bonus bedroom is smaller but still very comfy. The kitchen is well-stocked; there is a restaurant nearby at the Arrowhead Lodge (live music on weekends!) but since the closest town is fairly far away we appreciated the kitchen and cooking equipment since we mostly ate at the cabin.
The owner is a great communicator and sent everything needed to find the property and to make the most of the area. She responded quickly to questions and provided thoughtful touches in the cabin including 3 sets of binoculars, hiking poles, a picnic backpack, and fishing gear for guests to use.
When the instructions say to watch for wildlife and to take bear precautions, believe it! We saw a black bear about 1 mile from the cabin, 20 feet away from our car. We saw deer every day, marmots, sage grouse, and many, many wildflowers. Favorite activities were renting a UTV from Arrowhead Mountain Adventures, Black Canyon Nat'l park, driving over Owl Creek pass, and a day trip to Ouray. We also enjoyed just watching movies and thunderstorms together or playing some of the many board games.
When teenagers say it was one of the best trips ever, that really says a lot. Our family plans to return next summer and we're planning it out already!
Susan G.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Susan and family,
Thank you so much! We are thrilled and honored that you chose to spend a 10-day summer getaway at our place in Cimarron. It sounds like you designed a terrific itinerary to explore the area and hit some places that I would love to visit soon, like Ouray, aka the "Switzerland of America." Thanks also for inquiring about upcoming availability - we will be making some landscaping improvements in mid July and would love to have you back sometime to check them out. Take care, I hope you have a fabulous rest of your summer season!
About the host
Hosted by Heather Baumgartner
15+ years of rental property management
Why they chose this property
If you are looking to enjoy relaxation or adventure in the Colorado mountains but away from the crowds, Arrowhead may be the perfect location for you! While we don't have t-shirt shops or multiple restaurants, you'll find fresh air, wildlife, beautiful sites, and plenty of space for outdoor activities. Situated at 9,500 ft., this mountain getaway is located in Gunnison County near the beautiful Uncompahgre National Forest. Nearby Arrowhead Lodge offers a restaurant, bar, and beer garden with free live music in the summer. Take advantage of the opportunities for fishing - including guided fishing trips, hiking, dirt biking, mountain biking, off-roading, nature viewing, hunting, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. We are conveniently located halfway between Gunnison and Montrose off of highway 50 (please note that construction may occur on Hwy 50 during warmer months and can result in daytime lane closures/turn taking; information is always updated online to help plan your travel to and from Arrowhead). Nearby attractions include Black Canyon National Park, Curecanti National Recreation Area & Blue Mesa Reservoir, Morrow Point Reservoir, Lake City & the Alpine Loop, Owl Creek Pass & Silverjack Reservoir, the Alpine Trail, and much more in Gunnison, Crested Butte, and Montrose. Check out Arrowhead Mountain Adventures just a few miles from our home, where you can rent sport utility vehicles and snowmobiles.
What makes this property unique
Perched high on a steep hill overlooking an expansive valley, this home took our breath away with its mountain and sunset views. While wood burning stoves are common in the mountains, we found that not all properties have fireplaces, and we love the cozy feel of the the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. We are also partial to the layout of the kitchen, which overlooks the great room and provides space for multiple cooks and socializing during meal prep. We hope you enjoy your time getting away from it all in Arrowhead!