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Escape to an Extraordinary Log Home, amazing views, hot tub, secluded, tranquil

Family-friendly cabin in Buena Vista with a hot tub

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Exterior
View from the loft into Great Room
Mt. Princeton from the luxurious hot tub.
Great Room with views of Mr. Princeton and foothills of Mt. Yale, 55" TV.
View of the kitchen entry and second door onto the deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Love Meadow
  • Place, Buena Vista River Park
  • Place, Cottonwood Hot Springs

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to an Extraordinary Log Home, amazing views, hot tub, secluded, tranquil

The Inn Between is an exceptional custom built handcrafted log home on 5 private acres surrounded by the Collegiate Peaks; just a few minutes from the town of Buena Vista in the nationally renowned Arkansas River Valley of Colorado.

As you enter the cabin you are greeted with the views of Mt. Princeton through the floor to ceiling windows. Massive logs support the towering two-story living area. The main floor is roomy with a well equipped kitchen, dining room, great room, two bedrooms and full bathroom. The second floor master suite has its own deck, full bath with 2 person shower, and a deep soaking tub with great window views. The ground floor has an extra family room, bedroom and full bathroom. The upstairs loft has a full size washer and dryer. All bedrooms have a queen bed and the downstairs bedroom also has a bunkbed.

All rooms have incredible views and furnishings are high quality western living styles. The deck provides a gathering area after a long day of hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking, rafting, fishing, or climbing 14,000 foot mountains. The great room has a 55” smart TV and the family room has a 65" smart TV. There is cable TV, blue ray, and Xbox. Hi Speed 500 Mbps Wifi internet is provided for free.

The ground floor has a full bath with walk-in shower, theater room with 7.2 surround system, and 4th bedroom with one queen bed and a twin bunk bed. It comes with heated floors, 9 foot ceilings, and numerous windows looking south to Mount Princeton and the foothills of Mt. Yale.

The Inn Between sits on 5 acres at the base of Mount Yale. This unique location is close to town, yet in a secluded setting. At night, from the comfort of your own hot tub, the Milky Way stretches across the heavens, and if you are lucky, there will be shooting stars “raining fire in the sky”. There is a 1/2 mile nature trail surrounding the property that winds through the numerous Pinion and Ponderosa pine trees. Mule Deer and Elk may wander thru during your visit.

Buena Vista is the center of Arkansas River activities in the valley but also offers hours of entertainment and local interest. Shopping, dining, golf, river walks, and an engineered kayak park will keep you entertained. Try your luck at the River Park Frisbee golf course and technical climbing rocks. Adjacent to the cabin is the entrance to the Cottonwood Pass road, while the Colorado Trail passes within a mile of home.

Visitors can enjoy short drives to historic Leadville to the north and 'artsy' Salida to the south. Summer activities include hiking & biking the fourteeners, high alpine meadows and cascading rivers, whitewater rafting, fishing the Arkansas or in the high mountain lakes with plenty of spaces to explore. During summer months, the town of Aspen makes a wonderful day trip where the trip itself over Independence Pass is part of the attraction. Winter visitors bring your snowshoes, skis, and sleds for the kids! Ski areas such as Monarch and Ski Cooper are less than 1 hour away, and Breckenridge, Vail and Summit County are about 1.5 hours away. Salida offers live theater at the Steamplant and lots of unique art galleries.

It is hard to beat this wonderful place to get away and enjoy the peace of the mountains and gaze at the stars after a great day outdoors. Sit on the deck and read in the sun, or soothe your muscles in the hot tub at the end of an adventurous day.

For security there are outdoor cameras at the front door and garage.

Buena Vista is truly a great place to visit at the base of the Collegiate Peaks Range whether it is summer or winter or Inn Between!

Chaffee County Short Term Rental Permit No. 003316

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby gates, portable crib and high chair available
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Events

No events allowed
No weddings, parties, or gatherings.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house or garage. $500 fee.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Shut and lock doors and windows
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No pets, smoking, outdoor fires or fireworks. No hunting or shooting guns or pellet guns or arrows. $500 charge if evidence of these.
No events such as weddings or parties. Only the number of persons on the rental agreement may use the premises unless approved in writing by the owner
No use of the hot tub by people that have a health risk, such as pregnant, or taking certain medications, intoxicated, sick, or small children.

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
Note from host: No weddings, parties, or gatherings.
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this cabin is in the mountains. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and San Isabel National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Buena Vista River Park - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Arkansas River - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Bear Lake - 21 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stedman's Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cool River Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Mezcaleria Y Cerveceria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chocolatte - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to an Extraordinary Log Home, amazing views, hot tub, secluded, tranquil pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to an Extraordinary Log Home, amazing views, hot tub, secluded, tranquil?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to an Extraordinary Log Home, amazing views, hot tub, secluded, tranquil?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to an Extraordinary Log Home, amazing views, hot tub, secluded, tranquil located?

This family-friendly Buena Vista cabin is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from San Isabel National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Buena Vista River Park and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Cottonwood Hot Springs and Arkansas River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 366 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts went above and beyond to make us feel prepared and welcomed for our visit. It was a great family-friendly environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and anything and everything you would need or want with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with a beautiful view. Fit 10 adults perfectly. Would definitely stay again if I’m ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Amazing stay!!!

We had a fabulous stay, Maureen was so attentive and we so appreciated her concern with the nearby fire and keeping us updated. The house is amazing, it had everything we needed plus allot of extras to make our stay with our grandkids extra special. We cannot wait to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

S B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property exceeded our expectations and had every amenity that we required. Including a clothes steamer (lol) as we were headed to a wedding, and we needed to use one - couldn’t believe our luck. The owner is very prompt about communicating. My only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

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

Simply Scrumptious

Definitely look forward to going again. It is everything that it is advertised and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

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

Amazing Mountain Cabin

Spacious, beautiful, charming. An amazing place to stay and highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Great Getaway

We had an amazing time and made so many memories! We are already talking about coming back. The property was exactly as described with spectacular views of the mountains. We highly recommend booking the Inn Between!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

Loved it!

Perfect place to stay with the family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

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

Beautiful & Comfortable

Gorgeous house, better than advertised. Well stocked kitchen. Great views. Would absolutely stay agin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our family adored this home, and everyone had a fantastic time. The hosts are fantastic and very accommodating. Location 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

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

The inn between

Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Fairview Park, Ohio

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

Family get together

Perfect place for families. House has all the amenities and extras, plus close to grocery and other attractions. Views are incredible. Wonderful location surrounded by the mountains for family to spend time together and reconnect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi L.

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

Beautiful Property

The location of this house is fantastic, close to town but still feels remote. The home was very clean and had everything we needed. Communication was great as well. Already planning our trip back and look forward to staying at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

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

Beautiful home, incredible experience

We all loved spending time at the large dining room table, on the deck, and in the game room. The view of the mountains was stunning. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tram R.

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

Wonderful stay. Great for our family as we skied at Monarch, 45min away. Love deck & hot tub.

Everything was five star. Would be nice to have a real door for master bedroom for privacy and a fireplace indoor and/or outdoor fire pit. Thanks for the fun stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dominique F.

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

The PERFECT Cabin

A beautiful home with beautiful views and lovely hosts!! Everything was so accommodating. The home was nicely situated near plenty of hikes, ski resorts, hot springs, restaurants, and more. I absolutely plan to stay here again in the future. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

sonya c.

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

So peaceful and relaxing

Wonderful trip with the most beautiful views. Canon is stocked wonderfully with everything you could need. Maureen is so easy to communicate with and helpful with any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

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

Fabulous Property

This was the perfect place for our family reunion. Everyone had their own space. Everywhere you looked was an awesome view of the mountains. The distance to town was perfect. Plenty to do in Buena Vista and the surrounding area. We will definitely book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Briana L.

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

So amazing

The property could not be more beautiful. Stunning views of the mountains right out of the huge living room windows. The owners are very thoughtful and go the extra mile to make the cabin a home away from home experience. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie E.

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

Take your breath away!

Our family of 8 enjoy our stay so much. Enough room for everyone to have space as well as lots of come together space. The views were breathtaking. The cleanliness of the property was outstanding. Every aspect of the check in and check out was click work. Will certainly consider this property for our next Colorado visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Another great visit!

This was our second time staying in this wonderful home!! Sitting on the patio(or in the hot tub) looking at the beautiful view of Mt. Princeton can’t be beat! The home is very comfortable and well equipped. Communication with owners was great too. We had easy access to town and different hiking trails. The half mile trail at the home is also well worth walking too. We will definitely stay again when we visit Buena Vista.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

FANTASTIC House!

first off the house has everything! I mean everything. from coffee grinder to waffle makes to pack and plays to a stroller...we did not need any kids stuff, but just mentioning it, to books movies games and a ton of spices to cook with. As I said it has it all! Plus the views are amazing and watching the deer come thru was wonderful too! I cant say enough good things about this large house/cabin! enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaina K.

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

Just what we needed!

When planning a trip to Colorado we wanted views, relaxation, and a place for the entire family to enjoy. This place checks all the boxes. The walking path around the property was great for the kids to explore. The hot tub was a great place to unwind after a day off hiking, skiing, or horse back riding. The house itself felt like a home away from home. They have really thought of everything. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrence J.

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

Most awesome Log Home with Spectacular Views

This custom Log Home was even better live. Pictures are great online, but being there and seeing gorgeous views out every window was great. We enjoyed the hot tub with equally spectacular views and games in lower level. Also nice that home sits on acreage so you have true privacy, peace and quiet. We will for sure come back. Thank you Maureen, a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maureen Parsons

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We are a family that has loved Colorado and the outdoors for 35 years. The picture is of us having some fun on the Midland Trail above Buena Vista - being with the ones we love in Colorado, great hike, great views, well worth the sweat. Enjoyed many years traveling the west; finally settled on Buena Vista Colorado as the perfect place for us. Buena Vista offers it all, great location, marvelous local folks, all variety of activities.

Why they chose this property

This property is perfectly situated: Private, but not remote. You can see the stars without light pollution, yet is a short drive to town. The locals in this area are amazingly friendly and helpful. Never passed a person without them saying hello.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is built to very high standards. in-floor heating, high end fixtures and windows. The water is amazingly good to drink - nothing like filtered mountain water from Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. The hot tub is great, the architecture is wonderful to admire. Not obvious is the quiet that these thick logs bring when you finally turn in at night. The original owner designed and built this home with attention to views from every window.

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