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Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!

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Ranch style home with amazing views
front door welcomes guests
front of house
Property grounds
Mountain views in all directions with the Arkansas River in the foreground

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Howard, CO
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Monarch Ski Area
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!

'Casa Bella del Rio' as we have named this River house has been a renovated into a Spanish style hacienda with a living room, dining room, kitchen and 4 good size bedrooms with 3 full baths. All the floors have been updated with tile and hardwood. The furnishings are all new and are Spanish style as well. There are mountain views from every direction. The house sits on 2 acres, right on the river. There is river access for kayaking and fishing. We have recently built a lower deck with stairs up to the house. A really great spot to relax or just sit with your fishing gear.

The deck is a great place to enjoy the views, eat lunch or sit in the hot tub and just relax!

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Howard

Located in Howard, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Wood's High Mountain Distillery and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Salida Museum - 24 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Riverside Park - 25 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Monarch Ski Area - 58 min drive - 68.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dusty Rose Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Howard’s Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Eggie Acres - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! on Apr 28, 2026 start from $666, 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 Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. San Isabel National Forest and Cotopaxi City Park are also within 12 mi (20 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 8 - Good. 24 out of 225 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place for my family. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for a girls weekend getaway! The place was clean, the beds very comfortable, and the kitchen was nicely stocked. Hot tub was great! A couple of notes for the host, the front door lock was really difficult to open and the wifi does not reliably reach the whole house so the living room smart TV did not really work. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our large family. It’s rare to find enough beds and a beautiful view! Keeping this one on our go to list for years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, scenic spot. Lots of amenities including game room, hot tub, outdoor games, private drive loop, well supplied kitchen. Bedrooms with extra blankets, cots, tvs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the size of the house and great accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We come here every year and love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stay here every year as a company event, and we love it. The place is amazing and the hosts are always fast to respond and very helpful! 5 stars all the way
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in an amazing location. The space easily accommodated our family of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always lots of room great kitchen huge deck with tables. We were only there for 2 nights this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

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

Great location

Loved being on the river and listening to the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was fantastic – it had more than enough space for all of us and the deck over the river was absolutely perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property right on the Arkansas river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rory R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and the area. We love Salida and it was short drive to get there. The house was very accommodating to our family. Will definitely be back!
Family fishing just out the back door!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Family get-together and graduation party

Exactly what we needed in a beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike I.

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

Summer Getaway!

The house was great for nine of us. There was plenty of room for all. Nice and quiet with the river running in the back yard. Close to town with lots of eating establishments. I believe this is the sixth time that I have stayed here. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

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

Beautiful home and view

We had a wonderful stay. Comfortable home with a family area with enough room for the entire family to hang out. Kitchen had everything we needed for the few meals we cooked at the house. My high school son went for a several mile run each morning and felt safe in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley M.

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

Magic on the Arkansas

Superb location to access the fun of rafting, the sweet fishing holes of the property, the beauty of the area, and the towns of Salida and Cañon. The best equipped VRBO I’ve ever stayed in, and a super accommodating host who was an excellent communicator. Great little restaurant, Dusty Rose, and cafe nearby was a nice perk! So happy to have had our family gather here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John L.

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

HOWARD VRBO

Perfect for our needs with ability to park two RVs in front of property to accommodate our large family group. Back deck was excellent with large tree for shade. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

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

Nice getaway!

We enjoyed our stay! The views were probably my favorite, but the house is super cozy and clean. Perfect place to ring in the New Year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

nice weekend getaway spot

Nice home in the mountains countryside in Howard. Beautiful surroundings scenery with lots to explore. Conveniently close to Salida. Lots of sleeping arrangement space, good kitchen and dining areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A W.

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

Great place for river access

This is a great place for enjoying the river and mountain climbing and ATV tours
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Family reunion

Was very comfortable and beautiful view. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Rustic River Retreat

Enjoyed the views from this clean, rustic, riverfront home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Janet zettler

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My husband and I live in Columbus, Ohio..we enjoy the outdoors, playing bridge and spending time with our children. We are not retired yet but hope to do so someday.

Why they chose this property

We have children and grandchildren living in the area and wanted to create a family home that could also be enjoyed by others. The mountains that surround the home are magnificent.

What makes this property unique

Near the town of Salida, with restaurants and shopping...although our son lives there for the outdoor activities like, rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, fly fishing and skiing. This area truly has something for everyone in the family, even if it is just sitting on the deck in the hot tub enjoying the mountain views.

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