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Cozy private retreat in the Wet Mountains with 5 acres to roam on. Pet Friendly!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 130.1 sq m
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Explore the area

COTOPAXI, CO
- Royal Gorge Bridge38 min drive
- Salt Lick39 min drive
- Journey Quest41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Guest Room
1 Queen Bed
Guest Room 2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bathroom/Ensuite
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Cozy private retreat in the Wet Mountains with 5 acres to roam on. Pet Friendly!
Private Mountain Escape with 5 acres to enjoy!
Enjoy a private, quiet area for a family escape or a romantic getaway. The property offers hiking, picnicking, and an intimate covered table with views of the mountains. This home is in a covenant protected community and offers 65 miles of private roads to enjoy and ride your ATV/4 Wheelers. There is an expectation to be mindful of neighbors an follow the 30 mph speed limit. No open fires are allowed in this area. The home has 4 T.V's, board games, corn hole, cards, and puzzles for in/outdoor entertainment. Whether you are enjoying the outdoors or some quiet time in the home, we hope you enjoy your stay in our unique , tranquil property.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Stargazing Destination | Hike, Raft & ATV Nearby | Day Trip to Royal Gorge
With majestic mountain views and peace and quiet galore, this off-the-beaten-path vacation rental will provide the perfect cure to any of your mid-winter blues or 9-to-5 stresses.
Bedroom: Master - King Bed | 2 Guests rooms - Queen Beds
ENJOY THE HOME: 4 flat-screen TV's, wood stove (wood not supplied), dining table, books, board games, puzzles, corn hole, Roku streaming on T.V.'s
ADMIRE YOUR SURROUNDINGS: Quiet forest views, cool nightly mountain breeze
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dinnerware & flatware, Keurig coffee maker, toaster oven, air fryer/liners
GENERAL: Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/pad, washer/dryer, Starlink - WiFi - (dependable for online meetings if needing to check in at work).
FAQ: 3 small steps required for access, pets allowed
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), room for RV's or talk to hosts if you need more parking for larger trailers.
-- THE LOCATION --
ARKANSAS RIVER (~15-20 miles): Fishing, tubing, whitewater rafting tours, BLM land (1 to 5 miles) for hiking, hunting and shooting (with rules to follow)
SCENIC TRAILS: Falls Gulch Mountain (27 miles), Texas Creek ATV Trails (16 miles) Closed currently due to the bridge down, Rainbow Lakes Trailhead (20 miles), Hunts Lake Trail (62 miles), Grape Creek Crossing (14 miles). For more information and maps we recommended to stop at an San Carlos Ranger District office at 3028 East Main St., Canon City, CO 81212/ 719-269-8500/ Website fs.usda.gov
LOCAL TOURS: Play Dirty ATV Tours (16 miles), Colorado Jeep Tours (21 miles), Royal Gorge Rafting and Zipline Tours (15 miles), Horseback riding and many more
SIGHTSEEING: Salida (44 miles), Poncha Springs (47 miles), Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (13 miles), Canon City (24 miles), Downtown Florence (antiques) (31 miles), Cripple Creek (53 miles), Colorado Springs (69 miles), Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort (64 miles), Monarch Pass Ski Resort (64 miles), Buena Vista (68 miles)
AIRPORT: Colorado Springs Airport (72 miles), Denver International Airport (156 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Hosts live nearby and are available for property support and address issues.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking. Smoking is permitted outside only, and guests must use a receptacle that is provided to prevent fires
- Friendly Dogs allowed - may encounter other friendly dogs on a hike on the property
- No open fires are allowed in this area
- Events are allowed up to 30 guests
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs to enter and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
Enjoy a private, quiet area for a family escape or a romantic getaway. The property offers hiking, picnicking, and an intimate covered table with views of the mountains. This home is in a covenant protected community and offers 65 miles of private roads to enjoy and ride your ATV/4 Wheelers. There is an expectation to be mindful of neighbors an follow the 30 mph speed limit. No open fires are allowed in this area. The home has 4 T.V's, board games, corn hole, cards, and puzzles for in/outdoor entertainment. Whether you are enjoying the outdoors or some quiet time in the home, we hope you enjoy your stay in our unique , tranquil property.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Stargazing Destination | Hike, Raft & ATV Nearby | Day Trip to Royal Gorge
With majestic mountain views and peace and quiet galore, this off-the-beaten-path vacation rental will provide the perfect cure to any of your mid-winter blues or 9-to-5 stresses.
Bedroom: Master - King Bed | 2 Guests rooms - Queen Beds
ENJOY THE HOME: 4 flat-screen TV's, wood stove (wood not supplied), dining table, books, board games, puzzles, corn hole, Roku streaming on T.V.'s
ADMIRE YOUR SURROUNDINGS: Quiet forest views, cool nightly mountain breeze
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dinnerware & flatware, Keurig coffee maker, toaster oven, air fryer/liners
GENERAL: Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/pad, washer/dryer, Starlink - WiFi - (dependable for online meetings if needing to check in at work).
FAQ: 3 small steps required for access, pets allowed
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), room for RV's or talk to hosts if you need more parking for larger trailers.
-- THE LOCATION --
ARKANSAS RIVER (~15-20 miles): Fishing, tubing, whitewater rafting tours, BLM land (1 to 5 miles) for hiking, hunting and shooting (with rules to follow)
SCENIC TRAILS: Falls Gulch Mountain (27 miles), Texas Creek ATV Trails (16 miles) Closed currently due to the bridge down, Rainbow Lakes Trailhead (20 miles), Hunts Lake Trail (62 miles), Grape Creek Crossing (14 miles). For more information and maps we recommended to stop at an San Carlos Ranger District office at 3028 East Main St., Canon City, CO 81212/ 719-269-8500/ Website fs.usda.gov
LOCAL TOURS: Play Dirty ATV Tours (16 miles), Colorado Jeep Tours (21 miles), Royal Gorge Rafting and Zipline Tours (15 miles), Horseback riding and many more
SIGHTSEEING: Salida (44 miles), Poncha Springs (47 miles), Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (13 miles), Canon City (24 miles), Downtown Florence (antiques) (31 miles), Cripple Creek (53 miles), Colorado Springs (69 miles), Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort (64 miles), Monarch Pass Ski Resort (64 miles), Buena Vista (68 miles)
AIRPORT: Colorado Springs Airport (72 miles), Denver International Airport (156 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Hosts live nearby and are available for property support and address issues.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking. Smoking is permitted outside only, and guests must use a receptacle that is provided to prevent fires
- Friendly Dogs allowed - may encounter other friendly dogs on a hike on the property
- No open fires are allowed in this area
- Events are allowed up to 30 guests
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs to enter and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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: 30
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Cotopaxi
Located in Cotopaxi, this holiday home is in the mountains. Museum of Colorado Prisons and Dinosaur Depot Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Gorge Bridge and Tunnel Drive. Journey Quest and Royal Gorge Route Railroad are also worth visiting.

COTOPAXI, CO
What's nearby
- Royal Gorge Bridge - 38 min drive - 25.6 km
- Salt Lick - 39 min drive - 38.1 km
- Journey Quest - 41 min drive - 28.6 km
- Temple Canyon Park - 43 min drive - 29.3 km
- Cotopaxi City Park - 51 min drive - 38.6 km
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