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The Hideaway - Your Family Adventure Base Camp

Family-friendly holiday home in Howard

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Howard, CO
  • Place, Salida Museum
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Salida Golf Club
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Sunrise Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Hideaway - Your Family Adventure Base Camp

Nestled in the Sangre de Cristo foothills near the confluence of Howard and Spring Creeks, The Hideaway sits at the base of Hunts Peak in the exclusive Pine Ridge Ranch community. With the nearest neighbor over half a mile away, enjoy breathtaking sunrises over the Arkansas Valley, snowcapped peaks to the southwest, and a lush wooded creek below.

The Hideaway occupies the upper level of a beautifully remodeled, newly furnished home. With a separate lower-level tenant and no shared spaces, you’ll have complete privacy during your stay.

The Hideaway at a Glance
• Open floor plan with a warm, inviting gas fireplace
• Two bedrooms (sleep up to 7)
• Two full bathrooms, including a hallway bath for guests
• Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and all the essentials
• Living room with large sofa sleeper sectional (sleeps 2 more), extra seating, and gorgeous year-round views
• Dining room seats up to 10
• Private outdoor spaces: deck, patio, and firepit for relaxing or entertaining
• Entry room for shoes and gear
• Family friendly, many kid-friendly amenities

Kitchen
• Gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, wine cooler, and refrigerator with ice maker
• Extras include large griddle, professional smoothie blender, Instant Pot, electric kettle, coffee grinder, and Keurig + drip coffee maker
• Place settings for 16, plus plenty of glasses and mugs for happy hour or tea time

Dining Room
• Expandable table with 8 matching chairs
• Comfortably seats 4, 6, 8, or even 10 when fully extended with 2 additional chairs

Living Room
• Large sectional with chaise (seats 7–8, sleeps 2) + extra seating for 2
• Google TV ready for Netflix, Prime, or YouTube
• Window-side table for morning coffee, games, or puzzles
• Gorgeous year-round views—from snowcapped peaks in winter to wildflowers in spring, lush green valleys in summer, and colorful fall foliage

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
• Master Suite: queen bed + twin bunk beds (sleeps 4), en suite bath with separate toilet and shower, walk-in closet
• Sunrise Room: queen bed + lounge chair that converts to a twin (sleeps 3)
• Hallway Bathroom: full bath conveniently located between the bedrooms for guests or children

Outdoor Spaces & Parking
• Expansive deck with stunning views, perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails
• Adjacent patio plus separate firepit patio for evening gatherings
• 2-car garage—ideal for storing gear, ATVs, or bikes
• Plenty of parking for additional vehicles
• Two great tent campsite areas, one close to the house and the other a 3-minute walk away

Nearby Attractions & Activities
Just 20 minutes away in historic Salida, enjoy charming shops, restaurants, the family-friendly Riverside Park with live summer entertainment, the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center, and the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, known for its world-class whitewater surfing.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love a wide range of year-round activities:
• Hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, snowshoeing, skiing, and more
• Day trips to Buena Vista with its 14’er peaks and natural hot springs, or the Royal Gorge near Cañon City
A comprehensive list of adventures, travel times, and notes is available in the on-site guest book and can also be shared in advance.

Property Highlights
This 37-acre property sits on a southeast-facing slope in Colorado’s temperate Banana Belt, offering milder spring and fall temperatures than other mountain destinations. You can explore private hiking trails and early-20th-century quarries without leaving the property.
A unique feature of The Hideaway is the remnants of the old town of Calcite, Colorado including foundations from the original school, clubhouse, and multiple homes. Part of the foundation of the original boarding house is even integrated into the firepit patio adjacent to the house. Explore these 100-year-old remains on the property and imagine a bustling community of 200 people mining calcite for the steel industry based out of Pueblo.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love kids and have many amenities for them
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Host will approve prohibited events case by case
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start a load of towels in the washer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Open flame fires are not allowed on the property per HOA rules.

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Host will approve prohibited events case by case
This property uses solar energy
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Howard

Located in Howard, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Art Matters Gallery & Studio and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wood's High Mountain Distillery and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Howard, CO

What's nearby

  • Salida Museum - 31 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Riverside Park - 31 min drive - 29.4 km
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center - 31 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Salida Golf Club - 32 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery - 34 min drive - 31.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard’s Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Eggie Acres - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Buffalo Smokehouse BBQ - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Smokehouse Barbecue - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hideaway - Your Family Adventure Base Camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway - Your Family Adventure Base Camp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hideaway - Your Family Adventure Base Camp?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hideaway - Your Family Adventure Base Camp located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and 6.9 mi (11 km) from Arkansas River. Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery are also within 20 miles (32 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jim Reindel

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My family and I are from Littleton, Colorado and have been VRBO guests for more than 20 years and always dreamed of having a place of our own. We've been long term landlords for more than a decade in the Denver area, creating beautiful spaces for our tenants, and now have had a blast creating this space for your family, as well as ours, to have incredible vacations.

Why they chose this property

We chose the Salida area because it literally checked every box when it came to a place with something for every vacation adventurer. We chose Howard and this home specifically for it's quiet beauty and historic intrigue while being so close to the endless activities of the Arkansas River basin.

What makes this property unique

This property is very private, has unbelievable views in every direction, is astoundingly quiet, and full of history, containing the remnants of the early 20th century town of Calcite which was the local epicenter of limestone mining for the mineral for which it was named.
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