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Last updated: 04/30/2013
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  • Minimum stay:2-3 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Beautiful Mountain retreat with breathtaking views. This home sits at 9,000 ft in the San Juan mountains with great hiking, biking and snow sports from the front door. It has 2 bedrooms - large master and a bunk room that sleeps 4 as well as a den w/queen sofa sleeper. This home also offers a great room with 21 ft ceilings, walls of glass, a large stone fireplace and state of the art entertainment center, an open kitchen w/stainless appliances, concrete counter tops, large bar, dining table for 10, a screened in porch, over 1200 sq ft of decks with postcard views, an outdoor wood burning fireplace, loft with 2 offices and a pool table, an outdoor shower with views and even a gym in the front of the 40 ft long heated garage.

I built this home in 2008 as a place to eventually retire and when designing and building I took great care with the custom details. I used natural local materials such as reclaimed barnwood for floors and beams, natural biodegradable stains and stone from the local mountains.

The views from every window, porch and deck are amazing. From the east and south decks you can enjoy spectacular views of the Cimmaron range and the San Juan Range. From the front porch and north screened porch you will enjoy the serenity of the beautiful mountain stream cascading through the front yard.

Whether you are looking for a summer, fall, winter or spring retreat - you will love the beauty of this setting and all it has to offer.

Keywords: cabin, home, house, retreat, mountain, casita, lodge, condo

Property Type

      • Chalet

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Non Smoking Only
          • Pets Not Allowed

          Bedrooms

          • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
          • Bedroom 1
          • Bedroom 2
          • Bedroom 3
          • Sleeping Porch
          • Queen size Beds (1), Bunk Beds (1)

          Bathrooms

          • 2.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • Bathroom 2

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Microwave
          • Dishwasher
          • Cooking Utensils
          • Kitchen
          • Ice Maker
          • Refrigerator

          Amenities

          • Wood Fireplace
          • Gas Fireplace
          • Washing Machine
          • Linens Provided
          • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
          • Garage
          • Covered Parking
          • Clothes Dryer

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                We have a loft w/pool table, screened in porch - great for additional sleeping area, outdoor wood burning fireplace on covered deck in addition to indoor gas fireplace, gym in garage and a large outdoor shower w/great views. From the master bed you view the mtns thru a wall of glass and the master walks out to the side deck. The 2nd bedroom has 2 sets of built in bunk beds - large enough for 4 men. The downstairs den area has a very comfortable queen sofa sleeper and that room walks out to a lower patio w/outdoor shower. ...morecollapse

              Entertainment

              • Stereo
              • CD Player
              • Video Library
              • DVD Player
              • Pool Table
              • Satellite / Cable

              Communications

              • Wireless Internet
              • Telephone

              Pool & Spa

                  • Jetted Tub

                  Outdoor Features

                  • Outdoor Grill
                  • Deck / Patio
                  • Balcony

                  Location & View

                      • Mountain View

                      Activities

                      • Restaurants
                      • Skiing
                      • Mountain Biking
                      • Snowboarding
                      • Snowmobiling
                      • Water Skiing
                      • Jet Skiing
                      • Cross Country Skiing
                      • Hiking
                      • Fishing
                      • Rafting
                      • Hunting
                      • Cycling
                      • Fitness Center
                      • Horseback Riding
                      • Shopping
                      • Sledding
                      • Antiquing
                      • Wildlife Viewing
                      • Sight Seeing
                      • Kayaking
                      • Rock Climbing

                      Other Activities

                          • Details:

                            This house sits in a unique location at 9,000 ft w/breathtaking views of the San Juan Mtn range and the Cimmeron Mtn range. Our location offers incredible mtn biking/hiking/quading/cross country skiing/snow shoeing and snow mobiling right from the front door. Only a few miles to great trails in the national forest below Mt. Sneffels. For trail runners, backpackers, hunters and cross country skiers - we are just below the famous San Juan hut system route. Whether you are looking for front door access to all the incredible adventure availble in our beautiful mtns or looking for a relaxing retreat, where you can watch the deer, elk, black bear and other wildlife from the deck while sipping wine in front of the outside fireplace - you will find paradise. Just 8 miles down the mtn to the town of Ridgway you'll find many great shops, restaurants and bars, or drive another 10 to the beautiful town of Ouray. ...morecollapse

                           

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                          • Family of 3 plus grandma!

                            Family of 3 plus grandma!

                            • Guest Carrie
                            • Date of stay 03/10/13
                            • Review Submitted 03/19/13
                            We decided to stay in Ridgway this time (we often go to Silverton) and I'm so glad we did! The house was amazing, beautiful and clean! The view can't be put into words, simply amazing! We had fewer guests than originally planned and they were disappointed they were unable to join us especially after seeing the pictures we took. The owner was super nice and the cleaning lady made sure we had everything we needed. Thanks for making our stay exactly what we hoped it would be.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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                          • Ridgway Getaway

                            Ridgway Getaway

                            • Guest Mark
                            • Date of stay 01/02/13
                            • Review Submitted 01/15/13
                            Great place and wonderful location. Homeowner makes this place a great getaway location with all ammenities. Great place for getting away from all, romantic setting and plenty of room to stretch out.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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                          • Great Family Christmas trip

                            Great Family Christmas trip

                            • Guest Lisa B.
                            • Date of stay 12/19/12
                            • Review Submitted 12/26/12
                            Thank you for sharing your beautiful CO home! Our family of five from Texas had a great family Christmas trip. The drive through the San Juan Mountains to the cabin was breathtaking, leaving my kids speechless for 3 hours during the drive! The drive to Telluride was just as pretty and not too far for us to enjoy skiing/snowboarding. We spent good times together at the cabin, playing some of the board games provided, playing pool and cooking-in instead of eating out as you would at a resort. We had a wonderful time and look forward to planning another trip hopefully in the summer. Thanks again, Happy New Year! The Burke Family (Justin, TX)

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                          • Beautiful house - gorgeous views from deck!

                            Beautiful house - gorgeous views from deck!

                            • Guest User
                            • Date of stay 09/04/12
                            • Review Submitted 09/11/12
                            We had a wonderful stay at this house. The deck is amazing (we have a 4 and 1 1/2 year old and they loved playing on it - the railing is plenty safe) and the house is beautiful, with excellent finishes throughout. Although there are other houses nearby, you can't really see any from in the house or on the deck, which makes is feel very private. It's 15 min drive up a gravel road from Ridgway, but the views from the deck are well worth it. Wireless and satellite worked great as well. The only thing we could have asked for would have been more time to stay and relax on the deck! Thanks again Rick

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                          • August Vacation

                            August Vacation

                            • Guest Naured
                            • Date of stay 08/03/12
                            • Review Submitted 08/27/12
                            My husband and I decide to rent this house for our summer vacation. Im so glad we did. We enjoyed every moment especially in the mornings sitting on the spectacular deck. The views are great. The house itself was well done. I think the best thing about the house is the outdoor fireplace. We enjoyed it every night! You wont regret staying here. It's a wonderful house.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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                          • A Relaxing Getaway

                            A Relaxing Getaway

                            • Guest PlanIt
                            • Date of stay 06/09/12
                            • Review Submitted 07/20/12
                            I chose this house for a client. I was nervous because I was unable to view the property before renting it. They loved it - the house, the location as well as the views. They could not say enough about this wonderful home.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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                          • Can't Wait to Return!!

                            Can't Wait to Return!!

                            • Guest Tom & Susan
                            • Date of stay 06/18/12
                            • Review Submitted 07/10/12
                            What a week! There is something really special about walking into a room that lets you look hundreds of miles across the forest with snow-topped mountains as a backdrop, towering above everything. We instantly fell in love with the cabin. What detail – the beams in the ceiling, the rock and steel work, the fantastic kitchen counter that lets you see the mountains while you cook, the unique fans in the ceiling, the rustic but comfortable furniture inside and out, the huge outside deck (I got lost twice on), the mountain view from the showers (inside & out) and big windows that open wide for the continuous cool mountain breeze. We left occasionally to see Telluride, Ridgway and Ouray, only to hurry back to the house wondering why we left this spot to go anywhere. As beautiful as this house is, it is all trumped by the grandeur of God’s creation, the mountains, the animals we saw (deer, elk, turkeys, grouse, and a bear) and the serene quietness that takes your heart back where it needs to be. It is rare when you can truly say there is nothing you would change about a VRBO. That is the case with this beautiful home 8 miles outside of the peaceful setting of Ridgeway . . . well maybe I’d make it only 6 miles!! The property was exceptionally clean and well-maintained and the owner was very accommodating in meeting our needs. We have already recommended it to family and friends. Boy – do we want to go back!

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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                          • Spectacular!

                            Spectacular!

                            • Guest David & Lori1
                            • Date of stay 03/24/12
                            • Review Submitted 04/01/12
                            Our family of five took a Southwest Colorado mountain retreat for Spring Break this year. This home was the centerpiece of our visit, and it is amazing! The first thing that strikes you walking into the main room is the panoramic view of the valley and San Juans. One could spend an entire vacation on the deck alone. That being said, the rest of the house was fantastic. It was spacious, beautifully furnished and very comfortable. We spent several evenings on the deck near the outdoor wood fireplace relaxing while making s'mores and watching the sunset, then the stars. We spent most days exploring Ouray, Telluride and the surrounding beauty of SW Colorado. The home is perfectly placed as a "base of operations", and was a wonderful retreat at the end of the day for making dinner and planning the next days adventures. The peacefulness of the wind in the trees and the sound of the stream running out front would melt even the greatest of stresses away. Practically speaking, the home is quiet and supremely comfortable. The beds were great, there was plenty of room for kids and adults to have their own space, the gourmet kitchen was a huge treat, and (don't think poorly of me :) ) the WiFi was great to have for doing those on-line things we "need" as denizens of the 21st century. Furthermore, Rick was remarkably welcoming and helpful. He pre-empted most of our questions and answered all of our others promptly. In summary, the home is fantastic, and I would highly recommend it for a family (or couple's) getaway. You will be very happy with your stay! We hope to return soon. If I could build a home in the mountains, this would be it!

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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                          • Beautiful Romantic Winter Get-Away

                            Beautiful Romantic Winter Get-Away

                            • Guest Kevin
                            • Date of stay 01/13/12
                            • Review Submitted 01/18/12
                            My wife and I enjoyed her birthday weekend in mid-Jan 2012 at this beautiful property. The views from the deck are fantastic (we were lucky with sunny winter weather) and the indoor gas fireplace made the family room nice and warm. The drive to Telluride was easy (about 1 hour). The drive up to the property from Ridgway is about 15 minutes (7-8 miles) up a well maintained, but "mountain" road (i.e., not all paved, some minor ruts/potholes, snow). This was exactly what we wanted because it really put us "in the mountains" but I would recommend an All Wheel Drive vehicle (which we had), at least for winter visits. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely consider renting, again.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.

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                          • Absolutely Beautiful!

                            Absolutely Beautiful!

                            • Guest Brian
                            • Date of stay 12/26/11
                            • Review Submitted 01/15/12
                            Our family stayed in this cabin the week after Christmas. This cabin was everything we could have wished for. It was absolutely beautiful and very well maintained. The rooms were very spacious for our family of 5. The mountain views were so beautiful and truely breathtaking. This is definitely a place that we would love to visit again and would recommend to anyone.

                            Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

                            Owner response: Im so glad your family enjoyed the stay. I'd love to have you guys back.

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                          Rental basis: Per property
                          Rental rates quoted in: US Dollars
                          Dates Nightly Wknd Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event
                          Base Rate
                          2 night min stay
                          $250
                          $1750 $7000
                          memorial weekend - June 29
                          May 25 - Jun 28
                          3 night min stay
                          $325
                          July 4th week
                          Jun 30 - Jul 7, 2013
                          7 night min stay

                          $2800
                          flat fee
                          summer
                          Jul 7 - Sep 27
                          3 night min stay
                          $375
                          $9800

                          Discounts: 8 nights or more $350 nightly

                          * Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

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                          Last updated: 04/30/2013
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                          Location

                          • Nearest Airport: Montrose, CO at 30 Miles
                          • Nearest Ski: Telluride at 45 Miles
                           

                          Owner info

                          Year Purchased: 2008

                          About the owner: My son and I are avid outdoor enthusiasts. I built this home for he and I and someday his family to enjoy. My son and I come up here to enjoy the fresh air, wildlife and adventure whenever possible. We enjoy all four seasons here. We love to hike, bike, kayak,ride quads and motorcycles and ski and snowboard in the winter. We also really enjoy all that Ridgway, Ouray and Telluride have to offer. I'm in the tourism business and in all my travels this is still the most beautiful place I've found I plan to someday retire in this home but until then I will reside in Carefree AZ.

                          Why the Owner Chose Ridgway:
                          10 years ago we visited our friend's ranch in Ridgway and initially fell in love with the beauty of this area and the quint towns of Ridgway, Ouray and Telluride and all the fun bars, restaurants and shops they have to offer. Then we discovered all the endless adventure and we were hooked.

                          The Unique Benefits at this Chalet:
                          Views, peacefulness, views, incredible weather, views, wildlife, great outdoor activities, adventure and views


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                          • Primary: 480-250-2119

                           

                          Photos

                          • loft

                            loft

                          • master bedroom

                            master bedroom

                          • Sunset on the Cimmarons

                            Sunset on the Cimmarons

                          • bunk room

                            bunk room

                          • Outside shower on lower patio w/great views

                            Outside shower on lower patio w/great views

                          • Huge dramatic decks w/built in BBQ and lots of room to entertain

                            Huge dramatic decks w/built in BBQ and lots of room to entertain

                          • Snow on Corbit Peak

                            Snow on Corbit Peak

                          • screen porch

                            screen porch

                          • Floor to ceiling/wall to wall windows frame the mtns from the master bedroom

                            Floor to ceiling/wall to wall windows frame the mtns from the master bedroom

                          • queen sofa sleeper in downstairs den

                            queen sofa sleeper in downstairs den

                          • So beautiful and peaceful in the winter

                            So beautiful and peaceful in the winter

                          • Front of house w/front porch and screened in side porch

                            Front of house w/front porch and screened in side porch

                          • Mtn stream in front yard flows year around and runs the length of the property

                            Mtn stream in front yard flows year around and runs the length of the property

                          • Looking east at the Cimmaron range over Ouray from rear deck

                            Looking east at the Cimmaron range over Ouray from rear deck

                          • outside fireplace on south deck

                            outside fireplace on south deck

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                          $250 - $375 per night (USD)
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                          3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom
                          Sleeps 8


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