Location: Cortez, Mesa Verde, Southwest, Colorado, USA (McElmo Canyon,a Beautiful Red Rock Canyon,17 Miles to Cortez)
Accommodations: Guest Ranch, Vacation Rental, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
If you have ever long for a place to stay in the Four-Corners area and don’t want to stay at noisy hotel, our Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch & Vacation Rental will be the very right place for you to rest your hearts and souls while exploring thousand years of ancient ruins and savoring the simplicity of life! It is not a Bed & Breakfast, but a private home that we want to share our passion for history, archeology and the beauty of Southwestern Colorado.
The Ranch is located at the peaceful and quaint McElmo Canyon, a quasi-Sedona setting in the Southwest of Colorado. It was once owned by a legendary cowboy, Elden Zwicker, in the Canyon. The road leads to the Ranch was called “Mormon Road” where the early Mormons migrated through to Utah. The road is also nicknamed “Robber’s Path”, it was said that Butch Cassidy had hid his fortune in the Canyon, and old timers here knew that someone had discovered a bad of gold in the 40s.
There are over 5000 documented archeological sites in this beautiful area waiting for you to explore. The Canyon of the Ancients National Monument is the key archeological landmark at McElmo Canyon.
The Ranch is in close proximity to worldly renown tourist attractions such as Mesa Verde, Durango, Canyon of the Ancients, Hovenweep National Monument, Monument Valley, Mexican Hat, Pagosa Springs and Telluride. It is a perfect place for your Southwestern Colorado adventure!
Rental:
Elden Stone House with Cowboy Log Cabin - it is great for your family to experience Southwest ranch and cowboy lifestyle. The Elden Stone House comes with 2 bedrooms, a living room with a stone fireplace, a full kitchen with oven, microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, and a laundry room with washer & dryer. It can comfortably accommodate 4 to 6 people. It is a historical house that the old Zwicker family lived and has been restored and renovated to offer you a comfort stay. Cowboy Log Cabin as a Double bed, a Wood Stove.
Activities:
There are many different things that you can do at/around the ranch. If you like hiking, climbing up to the unknown hills at the property is a great way to exercise your muscles.
If archeology is your favorite, then the nearby ruins and petroglyphs will be your best be. It will take you at least several days to explore few of them. We have Petroglyph Photo Tour that you can sign up to find and photo interesting petroglyph panels. Please contact us for details.
Horse-back riding is an option for those who love riding. You can either bring your own horses or join the guided tour. Our neighbor “Canyon Trail Ranch” offer half-day , full-day or overnight camp-out trip.
If you just want to have a restful vacation, you can do nothing but to appreciate the green pastures along the cottonwood groves, marvel at 400 year old the cedar pines on the mesas, enjoy the fabulous sunsets that changes everyday, listening to the birds singing and watch thousand of stars during the night.
Nearby attractions like Canyon of The Ancients Monument, Mesa Verde, Mancos Stagecoach ride, Durango Steam Train, Monument Valley or Mexican Hat are all very close within 1.5 hour drive. The famous sky resort Telluride is 2 hours away. By staying here, you will be able to explore major attractions around the Four Corners region.
We look forward to providing a unique vacation experience.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Monument View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Petroglyph Tours, Ancient Indian Ruins/Archeological Expedition, Cultural events in Cortez
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$300/night (minimum 2 nights) .. $1800/week.
Please inquire for longer term rate.
50% advanced deposit will be required for guaranteed booking.
$200 damage/security deposit is due before arrival
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Ranch Overview with Sleeping Ute at the back - Cortez Vacation Rentals
- Outside view of Elden Stone House - Cortez Vacation Rentals
- Elden Stone House Patio - Cortez Vacation Rentals
- Living Room with beautiful stone wall & fireplace
- Bedroom1
- Bedroom 2
- Cowboy Log Cabin
- Ranch in the Fall
- Tee Pee around the Elden Stone House
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #176850
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