Location: Buena Vista, South Central, Colorado, USA (93 Miles West of Colorado Springs, 120 Miles from Denver) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Condominium
You’ll be staying in South Main River Park, a New Urbanist community being built on the Arkansas River in the town of Buena Vista. If your priorities are 1) convenient access to the area’s many recreational activities, 2) a beautiful location at 3) an affordable price, our condo may be just what you're looking for.
You can launch a kayak, hop on a mountain bike or wear out your hiking shoes by just stepping out the front door. No building is closer to the South Main whitewater launch area, kayak play hole and Whitewater and Arkansas River Trails. These trails are tied to the Barbara Whipple Trail, Midland Bike Trail and Four Mile Travel Management Area. 175,000 acres of wilderness and BLM lands are your backyard. A skateboarding park and several playgrounds are just a few blocks away.
Shopping, restaurants, equipment rentals, theatre, Community Center, museum, town library and other amenities are within easy walking distance. The new Eddyline Brewery and Restaurant is at the other end of our block. After a hard day of recreating you can either sit down for beer and fire baked pizza or you can sit in your own courtyard and watch the sunset over Mt. Princeton and the Continental Divide. At any time you can step over to the park's "Living Room Without Walls" to watch the kayakers and rafters running the rapids or bikers, hikers and rock climbers ascending 9600 foot Midland Hill on the other side of the river. Play a game of horseshoes, checkers or chess. If you're hungry fire up one of the grills. At night you can even build a camp fire in the fire ring and listen to the river below. Call it “convenient condo camping”.
South Main architectural standards are creating an authentic traditional neighborhood. High quality public space is designed for walking and creating community. You will be living on the first floor of a 3-story classical style stone and stucco building. The condo’s spacious living area and separate bedroom will sleep four easily. An open kitchen and dining area bring the total floor space to about 850 sq.ft. Entry is through a courtyard and large porch on the west side of the building. There is a good view toward 14,000+ foot Mt. Princeton and the Continental Divide, but none toward the River. The courtyard provides a private place for dining and socializing away from Main Street and the public square. The covered porch offers shelter and shade. Priced at less than the best hotel in town, we want to build a loyal core of vacationing guests who share our joy of living here. Our condo is clean, homey and affordable, but not luxury living. It’s where we plan to live when we can’t climb to the third floor anymore.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 25 yards from South Main Square, 75 yards from Arkansas River, kayak launch, play hole and the Whitewater Trail.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Four-wheeling (Jeep & ATV), mountain climbing, rock/mineral/fossil collecting, exploring ghost towns & historic mining districts, panning for gold.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
(May-Sep) .. $125 for one night, $95 per night for two or more nights
(Oct-Apr) .. $ 90 for one night, $75 per night for two or more nights
$200 security deposit; $25 cleaning fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
New Condo on Arkansas River Park with Wilderness & Town Access
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Buena Vista
The condo was originally intended to be a mother-in-law suite for our parents. After 20 years of building our list of dream retirement locations, we were unable to choose between mountains or water. Finally we finally decided to live, work and raise our family in the place at the top of the list because it had both. In other words, we couldn't wait to retire to enjoy retirement living. The condo shares the first floor with my office space in a three story classical style building. We live on the 2nd and 3rd floors.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
South Main River Park is a New Urbanist development with access to the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Pike-San Isabel National Forest. Our back yard is 175,000 acres of wilderness and BLM recreation area. We can step out our front door for mountain biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, cross county skiing, wilderness camping, snow shoeing, four-wheeling, panning for gold and exploring historic ghost towns. If I have to work, I prefer to do it in the environment of 14,000 foot mountains. There's never a bad day when you're surrounded by the towering peaks of the Sawatch, Sangre de Christo and Mosquito Ranges of the Rocky Mountains. Those same towering mountains on three sides create a protective wall for what the state climatologist calls "The Banana Belt of the Rocky Mountains". Winters on the valley floor are relatively warm and mild compared to the mountains around us. We actually enjoy a high desert climate with an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
Whitewater Launch Area, Kayak Playholes, Whitewater Trail Access, Arkansas River Trail Access, River Park, Living Room Without Walls, Public Square
Barbara Whipple Trail Access, Midland Bike Trail Access, Four Mile Travel Management Area Access
Midland Bike Trail Gentlemen's Loop Half Gentlemen's Loop Shield's Gulch Trout Creek Pass Lenhardy Cut-off
Owner's Map of Buena Vista
Married to Jana, three daughters and one son, Retired Lutheran minister and academic, co-founder and owner of two businesses: Cambridge Financial Advisors, LLC and People's Financial Advisor, LLC, enjoying a second career as a Fee-Only Financial Planner. An outdoor enthusiast, love running, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, exploring, history, reading, meeting people and learning something new every day.
Property Photos
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- Sunset on South Main - Buena Vista Vacation Condo near Hiking
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- Entry & Porch - Buena Vista Vacation Condo near Hiking
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- Living Room - Buena Vista Vacation Condo near Hiking
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- Kitchen
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- Dining Area
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- Bedroom
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- 75 Yards to Arkansas River
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- South Main Beginning to Take Shape
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- Kayak Launch & Playhole - Winter View
Traveler Reviews (59)
From Guest Book in Condo
Guest: R and K
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Date of Stay: 01/12/12
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
"We had a great time skiing at Copper and shopping & eating in BV. Comfortable condo." "I really enjoyed staying here over my first weekend of learning to ski! I will definitely continue! Great place!"
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From Guest Book in Condo
Guest: W & D
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Date of Stay: 01/08/12
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
"My wife & I loved our stay. Beautiful building, nice condo. Area is beautiful and so much to do e.g. hiking, snow shoeing, kayaking, etc. We look forward to returning and will highly recomment to friends & family."
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From Guest Book in Condo
Guest: D
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Date of Stay: 12/31/11
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
"We enjoyed our visit in your clean, comfy condo! It was a great way to bring in the New Year! We will be back this summer for sure.!
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From Guest Book in Condo
Guest: Dave, Kathy, Marty & Tami
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Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
"Thank you so much for your hospitality. The place was perfect for our needs this weekend. Love the location!"
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From Guest Book in Condo
Guest: Jeff and Joyce
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Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
Had a great time, could not have asked for better weather. We will definitely be coming back. Condo was great. Fishing was fantastic, plenty of rivers nearby.
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