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Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn

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A wooden barn with a sign reading "Pleasant Lumber Hardware" surrounded by snow.
A cozy room with two beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.
A person standing on a snowy mountain with skis, holding ski poles, and wearing a helmet.
A rustic wooden building with a porch and a dirt road in the foreground.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free WiFi

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CAPULIN, CO

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn

High Plains Drift Inn, since 1987 - Come and taste the 1800s in our western Court House Cabin. Cowboy bunk-house style sleeping arrangement with 3 bedrooms with 2 bunk beds in each (full bed on the bottoms and twin bed on the tops). Inviting kitchenette and full bath and shower, solar lighting, and a propane heater. Do the planet a favor and stay at our environmentally friendly, off grid solar powered and largely self sustaining ranch.

Ranch Café on site serving hearty homestyle cowboy cooking, by reservation. We can also provide horse rides by appointment.

Cabins do not have regular electric plug ins.

Kindly check in between 3 and 8pm, no later.

Help gather the eggs or pet the baby goats and watch the herd of horses gallop in from the range. Be aware, they may come and beg for watermelon or black licorice! Hang out and read a book or ask for directions to a nearby ghost town or lake. The ranch is located near dozens of neat places (including the Sand Dunes) making it a perfect home base to plan trips out of.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
This is not a party property
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Well Mannered Pets Please :)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2200853
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: This is not a party property
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

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CAPULIN, CO

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn?

As of Aug 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn on Aug 4, 2026 start from $381, 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 Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cowboy Ranch House Cabin - "The Court House" at the High Plains Drift Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Vindicator Valley Trail and within 32 mi (52 km) of Transportation of the West Museum and Monte Vista Historical Society. Monte Vista Golf Club and Rio Grande are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation. Authentic working ranch experience. Friendly and welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really welcoming people, had a great time. We will definitely come back again and breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time! This was exactly the place I had been looking for to have an authentic cowgirl retreat for me and my daughters. We were given horse riding lessons that made us feel completely comfortable on our horses. It was very educational, even down to horse body language. We had so much fun. I opted for dinner for my husband and me, since my kids can be picky, and it was so good! So good and filling in fact, I ordered breakfast for the whole family, which was fantastic. They took pictures of us during our horse training and went out of their way to make sure I received them as well. The family is so inviting and had great conversations with them. We will absolutely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Fun

Had a great time very nice property. The only thing we would have changed is the size of the common area in the courthouse a little small for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 28, 2023
Thank you for your review. We're glad to know you enjoyed your stay overall and found our home convenient. Hope to see you soon :D
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris H.

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

Beautiful Property

My family had an amazing stay at the High Drift Inn. It was remote, off the grid, and alluring. Surrounded by beauty and nature, you cannot go wrong. The owner was very helpful with great places to see and visit while we were there. My kids loved petting horses and goats while on the property. The cabin was spacious and had all the amenities that we needed. If you’re looking for a true get away with abundant beauty, then this is your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Disconnect to Reconnect

Our family had a wonderful stay at The High Plains Drift Inn. We were greeted immediately when we arrived and received lots of great information about the area. We took advantage of the horseback rides and home cooked dinner, both of which were wonderful. We would have loved to explore more of the property while horseback riding, but the experience was still personable and gave us a chance to meet the staff! The property was a good location for traveling to the Great Sand Dunes and Zapata Falls, which we took advantage of… our family had a blast sand sledding and hiking! The Inn was a great place to relax, unplug, and enjoy the simple things in life. We looked forward our cowboy coffee in the morning and star gazing at night. Thank you, Robertson Family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Great times!

What a great vacation! Kids loved it, we loved it. Very good, down to earth hosts. Thanks for the great memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann L.

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

the info on vrbo doesn't give it justice

This was a great family experience, with lots of options to rent other equipment like fishing poles for the nearby reservoir, the history drive nearby, horseback riding, dinner and breakfast provided for an extra fee (good homemade and filling food). Stories from RV are great, but so sad to not be able to do stories by the fire because of the windy night. It would have been great to have some of these stories during breakfast or such. Some flexibility was needed on our part for timing of horseback riding which wasn't ideal, but it still worked out. Kids loved help with feeding the animals too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxie R.

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

Awesome Time

We loved our time spent at a real ranch! The Courthouse cabin was perfect for our family of 12s' little getaway. Can't wait to try and go back during a hunting trip!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hosts!

We enjoyed our stay here it had a wonderful historical ambiance. Mr Robertson was an incredible host with great knowledge of the area! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natira G.

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

A family we didn't know we had.

RV and his family were very friendly and hospitable. If we had any questions there was always someone near by to help answer. Camp fire chats were welcoming and there was evening outside games to join in on. A hand drawn map of historical treasures in the area made for an enjoyable drive. We hope to visit again soon. Thank you family Robertson.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Great experience

We had a fantastic time on the ranch. The staff was very kind and really enhanced our experience. It is definitely rustic but still nice. We had them several us breakfast and Dinner and bother were delicious and a lot of food. Very worth it since the property is very remote. We will try to come back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

melissa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by RV Robertson

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I am RV Robertson the head of this gang of Cowboys and desperadoes. I am 73 years old, but mentally I don't think I ever got past 17! I have made my living almost my entire life (except for a time in the military) enjoying people. I have been a fishing and photography guide in the great outdoors and I have raised cattle and trained horses. Throughout my life I have enjoyed being a part of people's vacations and making them feel at home even when away from home.

Over three decades ago I began building the High Plains Drift Inn. My family now share my passion for hospitality and we work together to make sure our guests have a good time and get to feel a little of what it was like in the old west.

You can simply book a cabin with us for a peaceful nights rest on your way through or you can arrange to have full service. Having lived so long I have a story or two for just about everything. If you have the time we can build a fire outside and I can tell you cowboy stories half the night while you roast some marshmallows and listen to my granddaughter play old cowboy songs on the guitar!

When you book please let us know if you are interested in any additional services. We can provide horse riding, skeet shooting, survival classes and our on site Ranch Café serves hearty homestyle cowboy cooking, by reservation.

The entire family are familiar with the area and will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

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