You can't find a more peaceful and quite location than this cabin located in Westcliffe Colorado. Designated a Dark Sky community, it's your home base to the Arkansas River, Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Wet Mountain Valley. This log cabin home has all the modern amenities and nearly 3000 square feet of space to stretch out for your family and friends. You'll find yourself in a sportsman's paradise so come revel in the starry skies, chirping birds and ponderosa pine fragrant mountain views.
On arrival you'll find a bright and cozy log cabin home with vaulted ceilings and a open main floor layout. It's large enough to accommodate big families or gathering friends. It sits on a wonderful 6 acre treed lot with a view of the mountains and several unique rock formations. That in combination with the gated community and you have tons of privacy.
The main floor dining, family room and kitchen are all part of an expansive open floor plan housed under tongue and groove pine vaulted ceilings. There is lots of room to gather around the TV and fireplace or sit at the kitchen island bar and chat it up with the cook. The kitchen table doubles as a spot to play board games or solve puzzles. 4 bedrooms and 8 beds combine to offer comfortable sleeping accommodations for 6 people. You also have 3 full baths and 1 half bath at your disposal. In the warmer months there is deck seating for plenty on brand new outdoor furniture. Seating for 6 at the outdoor dining table, 5 on the front porch couch and lounge chairs and 4 on the back porch recliners for when the sun sets. Grab some cocktails and shish kabob, throw on some Chaka Khan and enjoy. For the fire pit nights on the concrete patio there are 4 wicker rockers and extra plastic chairs. For a fantastic view of the valley this home sits above check out Sky Glow Project's Wet Mountain Valley video on Vimeo. https://vimeo.com/517921062
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Guests take full responsibility for any accidents.
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Events
No events allowed
You break it, you buy it.
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Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely No Outside Fires
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Property # 2143593
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: You break it, you buy it.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Westcliffe
Located in Westcliffe, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Smokey Jack Observatory and Royal Gorge Bridge are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Hermit Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
The Historic Beckwith Ranch - 8 min drive - 12.2 km
Hermit Park - 15 min drive - 24.2 km
Smokey Jack Observatory - 15 min drive - 24.2 km
Silver Cliff Museum - 16 min drive - 25.7 km
Cotopaxi City Park - 20 min drive - 28.6 km
Restaurants
R's Pizza Westcluffe CO - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The "Quintessential" Cabin in the Woods. pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The "Quintessential" Cabin in the Woods.?
As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The "Quintessential" Cabin in the Woods. on May 18, 2026 start from $283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The "Quintessential" Cabin in the Woods.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The "Quintessential" Cabin in the Woods.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The "Quintessential" Cabin in the Woods. located?
Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of The Historic Beckwith Ranch, Smokey Jack Observatory, and Hermit Park. Silver Cliff Museum and Cotopaxi City Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).
Reviews
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Extremely quiet and peaceful location. We spent the evenings sitting on the back porch visiting and enjoying the peacefulness. The cabin is as advertised and we will plan to rent again when in the area.
We were visiting family in town and booked this cabin. It was a beautiful cabin nestled in the woods. It was a perfect amount of space and we really enjoyed sitting out on the back deck enjoying the outdoors.We would definitely visit again!
We've stayed in a lot of rentals, and this one is probably the only one that I haven't thought, "Oh, it needs this, or it should have that" We have friends in the area and we'll be back for sure!! Hopefully we can stay here again!
This cabin is beautiful! The kitchen is well stocked and the location is peaceful and quiet while still being near town. We enjoyed dinner on the patio and watching gorgeous sunrises on the mountains. We highly recommend this cabin and hope to come again!
We had a lovely Christmas and had an enchanting and relaxing time. The property was clean and absolutely lovely. Property owner was very accommodating and helpful.
The cabin is so lovely, and the kitchen is well stocked. Dave is very kind. We had a peaceful week away from our crazy life to just relax and enjoy the snow.
Blissfully quiet, tranquil, secluded, exceptionally clean, and just all-around beautiful! It was close enough to different activities such as rafting, hiking and the train ride out of Canon City. Breakfast out on the wrap-around deck and star gazing at night was delightful! We had a wonderful time and wouldn’t hesitate coming out again!
We had an absolutely lovely stay. The house and grounds are beautiful and peaceful. Very easy check in and check out process, fantastic location for access to all the wonderful trails in the Sangre de Cristo mountains, as well as fascinating historical places to visit in the Wet Mountain valley. Very grateful to our hosts for having us!
Property shows a lot of planning and care in how it all comes together. I help maintain a 300 acre conservation easement and this property has some of the best fire mitigation I've seen.
The cabin and location were perfect. Amazing views and peaceful. Everything was super clean and it was fully stocked as far as kitchen utensils, towels and bedding. We could not have asked for a better place in the area and cannot wait to return. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Had a fantastic week at Dave’s Cabin! It was all we hoped for and more. Everything about Dave’s Cabin is first class, the cabin, the view, the solitude and accommodations. Thank you Dave allowing us to spend a few days on your wonderful property!
This property was great. Very remote, very roomy and exceptional in regards to experience, cleanliness, functioning amenities and very well equipped with every you need. It is quite an up hill drive late at night but that allows for great star viewing and very quiet nights on the deck. Come with everything you want to eat and drink as the there are no services until you get to Westcliff. Overall this place was awesome!
This beautiful home is well-stocked with a great library, games (board and electronic), movies and more to entertain guests. I particularly enjoyed the beautiful art adorning every wall as well the gorgeous pottery dishes provided for our use. Besides abundant comfortable seating on the large covered porches, there are chairs and tables scattered throughout the yard.
I and three of my friends spent two days/nights at this cabin to celebrate my 40th birthday and had a terrific time. It’s spacious, plenty of sleeping options, has the essentials in the kitchen, with lots of extras in the closets, and the wrap around deck, amazing views and plenty of places to sling a hammock made this truly an amazing experience.
Easy check-in/out process and David is a great communicator and goes the distance in providing and explaining anything you may have questions about in the listing and other details after booking. Can’t wait to come back - thank you!!
Chris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2021
Thank you for coming. Glad you enjoyed your stay for the big 40! Also appreciate you taking care to leave the house as you found it. Come back in the cooler months if you can.
The cabin was amazing! Very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed sitting on the back porch every morning drinking coffee and watching the wildlife. We saw chipmunks, humming birds and deer. Inside the cabin was very nice. Every amenity you could ever need in the kitchen! The king bed was amazing. We made the short drive to Westcliffe daily and we also drove to Salida and Buena Vista. We loved the cabin and definitely will go back!
Had the BEST time at Brian's place. The pictures in listing are great but the home is even nicer in person! David is great, the perfect host. Very clean, has everything you need, 5g wifi, lots of fun games, beds super comfy & great wrap around deck. Tried booking already for our July trip but unfortunately it's not available. Will definitely return! Thanks David
Shawn H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2021
Thanks to you and your guests. Appreciate you taking care of the property and leaving it in great shape. Come and see us again in the future.
This is the quintessential Cabin in the woods as stated in the description. This is a remote location about 20 minutes away from civilization. This made a great base for our explorations. Very nice to come back and not have to worry about others being "others" if you know what I mean. Overall, very nice place. The owner answered all of my questions almost immediately. If you are looking for a fantastic getaway, this is the place.
Richard K.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by David
Why they chose this property
I searched for years along the Rocky Mountain range for a place like this. In the end I feel it had just enough of everything that I wanted. First and foremost the house. A bright and cozy log cabin home. Vaulted ceilings and a open main floor layout. Large enough to accommodate big families or gathering friends. Second is the 6 acre treed lot. That in combination with the private gated community and you have tons of privacy. The property has several unique rock formations worth checking out. Hikes or runs up and down the dirt roads within the community are fun too. Third is the location. This isn't a ski town, it's a ranching community. Therefore there are less people but more of the kind you'd want to know. The views from the house are nice but the views from the valley floor are even better. It all offers endless exploring. For a fantastic view of the valley this home sits above check out Sky Glow Project's Wet Mountain Valley video on Vimeo. https://vimeo.com/517921062
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