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Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River

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Front of guest house
2nd bedroom with double bed
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Room
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
$208
avg per night

Explore the area

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La Veta, CO
  • Place, Zapata Falls
  • Place, Cuchara Valley Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lathrop State Park
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Price is $208 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

La Veta

Located in La Veta, this guesthouse is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Fort Garland Museum and Los Caminos Antiguos are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mountain Lake and Mexican Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Cuchara Valley Resort - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lathrop State Park - 28 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Walsenberg Mining Museum - 35 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Walsenburg City Hall - 35 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Fort Garland Museum - 54 min drive - 89.0 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dog Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cuchara Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lokal Perks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brewed Awakening - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luke's BBQ - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River

This two bedroom guest house has a Beautiful Jack and Jill bathroom between the two bedrooms. This is a luxury property with high end appointments thru-out. It has a kitchen in an Amour that has everything you need and can be closed off when you are not using it. There is a wooden fold out hunt table can be used for dining or a desk. There is also a lovely outside covered deck with elegant table and chairs for dining, with a great view of the Gap Wall and west peak off to the side.
This was Hass Cartwright’s , from Bonanza ranch house for
Many years. It has been completely redone and updated. There is river access and a parking place right outside.
It works for 2 to 4 people.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River?

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River on Jul 5, 2026 start from $208, 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 Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cuchara Valley Resort, Mountain Lake, and Grandote Peaks Golf Club. Cuchara Chamber of Commerce and SPACe Gallery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Elegant Guest House on Cuchara River Reviews

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 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was extremely clean and lovely in every way! We look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable kitchen in a cabinet! Centrally located and well-kept!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Excellent view. Very clean. Had a hiccup at the property but the owner was excellent in handling. All worked out for the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby D.

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

Beautiful

It was such a wonderful relaxing place to stay for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha A.

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

Great stay

We loved the house and yard. Everything in house was nice, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Beautiful, Serene, Luxury

Wonderful stay in a comfortable and beautiful mountain cottage. Between Cuchara and LaVida, the location cannot be beat. We look forward to staying here again on the spring!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Jill C.

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

Beautiful views and clean guest house!

We very much enjoyed our stay. Close to La Veta and Cuchara. The kitchenette had everything we needed. Very clean and thoughtfully appointed with plenty of towels, bathroom and kitchen items. Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Peaceful and Quite

This is our second stay at this beautiful and amazing cabin, nestled at the foot of a mountain with a little stream in the backyard. If you are looking to get away and unwind and refresh from the world, you need to make your reservations here at the gap house. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry R.

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

First week of October

Beutiful location beside the Cuchara River (creek). Got to see wild turkey every day and a bobcat another morning. Would like to return next year for Oktoberfest (2nd week in October) for the activities in La Veta.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen E.

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

More beautiful than the photos

Gorgeous cabin in n a great location. My husband I stayed here for four nights. We visit Cuchara every summer and usually stay with family, so this was a change and we really enjoyed it. The cabin is a great size for two people and would also work for four. One thing to note is that you have to go through the bathroom to get to the back bedroom, but the bathroom is big and there's plenty of room. Scenery from the porch and windows is truly lovely and having the windows open brings in the breeze and the soothing sounds of the river, which is just outside.. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

A slice of Heaven !

This amazing Cabin fit my husband and I perfectly! We came to Cuchara to celebrate our 25th anniversary and had no idea just how beautiful this area was. We knew before coming the size of the kitchen and all we had available to us. We cook out a lot and so we had the accommodations we needed. The bed was cozy and comfortable. We left the windows up at night to hear the river flowing. And the sun coming up over the mountain in the morning was breathtaking. We also had a full moon while we were there and that was the icing on the cake. This cabin is close to so much. We were able to hit some nearby lakes and towns easily. We saw tons of wildlife in the area, 3 bear sightings, 2 bald eagles right across from the cabin, elk, Mule deer and a red Fox. We have stayed in many of cabins and this one was my favorite so far. We will be back next summer. Everyone was easy to work with Karey was so easy and so kind. Made the experience that much nicer. This place really is a slice of heaven for us. Seeing God’s amazing beauty so close was such a great experience for us. I feel so refreshed and renewed! Until next time Gap House !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn C.

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

Tranquil Setting

Cute and cozy “cabin” is attached to the main house as a separate wing but is quiet and private with a lovely stream-side view. Our family of 3 stayed here for a long weekend. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY H.

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

Fall in the southern Colorado mountains

Beautiful location, views were wonderful. The guest house was great just as described. Would recommend to anyone looking for a get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

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

Quiet place go get away

Nice, quiet, clean. Quick drive to cuchara or la veta.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

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

Weekend Retreat

We travel to Colorado nearly every summer, and we like to break up the trip by finding a place in Cuchara Valley for a few days. It’s the perfect stopping place coming from Texas, and this experience was no different. My family of four fit nicely in the two bedrooms (kids 6/9 yo) - we were close to town, and not too far from Blue/Bear Lakes. We ate out one night, and warmed up food that we brought another night. The kitchen armoire is a bit tight, but easy enough to work with if you understand the set up beforehand. The best way to get down to the river was a stone path out the back door which travels next to the guesthouse and ultimately across their deck. The guest house was occupied during our stay, so we met the occupants and they were happy to let us use the pathway and their deck to get to the river. The owner communicated well both before and during our trip, and we Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tammy S.

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

Clean Place

Clean. Neat. Roomy. Comfortable beds. Be aware that this property is simply 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, albeit nice ones. It probably says that in the description but I was expecting a living area too. There is no indoor living area, but there is a table and chairs on the front porch. There are closets in each bedroom. The wardrobe in the entry bedroom contains the "kitchen." There is a wine cooler in the closet as well. Ceiling fans work but the one in the second bedroom wobbles and makes a loud noise if it's not on low. This apartment is connected to the garage for the main house. Immediately behind, between this place and the river, is another small cottage. We didn't find much river frontage but we didn't ask and maybe there is more than what we discovered. We had to leave a couple of days before our reservation ended so there wasn't a lot of time to explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

Relaxing stay and base camp in Cuchara valley!

What am amazing spot to relax after a couple of busy days! This property was immaculate, spotless, and perfectly appointed for my stay. Sitting on the porch listening to the river was a perfect end to each day! I will definitely be back! Looking forward to my next trip back. 5 stars all the way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendal Y.

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

Great stay!

My husband and I stayed here over a weekend with our 1 year old, and it was perfect for us. It was extremely clean with all conveniences provided, the host was communicative when we reached out, and the grounds were beautiful. Loved those porch views and the sound of the river! Convenient location between Cuchara and La Veta, depending which town you want to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy O.

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

Lovely guest house with an outstanding mountain view

Close to LaVeta and Cuchara, good location Hwy 12. Great front porch to sit and have a meal. The moon rise over the Spanish Peak was a plus. Near sunset we watched elk grazing on the mountain side. Comfortable place for 2 folks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice cozy place with spectacular scenic views of the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Val G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Surroundings

This elegantly decorated 2 bedroom is in a wonderful setting - close to Cuchara and all of its lovely scenery and fishing lakes. It is just two bedrooms, one has twin beds and the kitchenette, the other a full sized bed and the TV. I think it best for two travelers or a family for sharing the Jack and Jill bathroom. It is a short walk to the river - peaceful setting. We spent most mornings and evenings on the front porch for the view and cool weather!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sonya T.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025