40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub

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A log cabin interior with a large window, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A rustic log cabin with a stone staircase leading to a porch, surrounded by dry grass and a wooden fence.
A log cabin interior with a central living area, a kitchen, a dining area, and a staircase leading to a loft.
A log cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.
A wooden cabin with a sloped ceiling, a balcony with a railing, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 63 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Salida, CO
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub

STR #002650
Bright Star Ranch, hosted by Pinon Vacation Rentals, is a stunning 40-acre private retreat just minutes from historic Salida, Colorado. This beautiful log-style home offers the perfect blend of rustic mountain charm, modern luxury, and sweeping panoramic views of the Collegiate Peaks and San Juan's. Designed to comfortably sleep six guests, it is the ultimate basecamp for your Arkansas River Valley adventures.

✨What You'll Love:
•40 Private Acres
•Sleeps 6 Comfortably
•Dog Friendly
​​​​​​​•Streaming TV and Wi-Fi
•Wrap-Around Deck
•Private Hot Tub
•Cozy Wood Burning Fireplace:
•Well-Appointed Kitchen
•Large Dining Area

✨Bedroom Layout
•Main Floor Queen Bedroom
•Second Floor Primary Bedroom
•King Bed
•Ensuite Full Bathroom
•Second Floor Queen Bedroom

✨Chaffee County Bucket List:
•Monarch Mountain: Just a 25-minute drive away, enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding on all-natural snow.
•Mt. Princeton Hot Springs: Located 15 minutes north, these legendary springs offer a full luxury spa, creek-side soaking, and a waterslide for the kids.
•The Arkansas River: Flowing through the heart of town, the river is a playground for whitewater rafting, kayaking at the
Salida Whitewater Park, and world-class fly fishing in Gold Medal waters.
•Salida Mountain Trail System: Access over 70 miles of world-class singletrack for hiking and mountain biking directly from downtown. Don't miss the iconic trek up "S" Mountain for panoramic views of the valley.

✨Other Things to Note:
•This Home Does Not Have Air Conditioning

All Pinon homes are "vacation ready" with a fully appointed kitchen, towels and linens. Hand and dish soaps are provided, as well as toilet paper, trash bags, paper towels, salt and pepper, coffee filters and laundry detergent.

Pinon Vacation Rentals provides guest support from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm.

All guests are responsible for reading Welcome Book “Check-In and Check-Out instructions.

~Acceptance of the terms of the Rental Agreement and all Rental Policies is ASSUMED at the time of reservation. 24 to 48 hours before arrival, check-in instructions will be sent to guest.

**This home is rented for personal vacation use only. Any other use including large gatherings or parties is not allowed. Renters must abide by all rental terms and policies, as well as all local applicable property covenants, restrictions, regulations and laws. Any evidence of smoking, use of firearms, driving ATV's other than in the driveway as access only, unapproved pets, unauthorized use of property grounds, damage resulting from violation of rental policies, and/or excessive mess may result in charges up to $3000.00 to the Guest's credit card on file, as authorized by Guest's approval of the terms of the Rental Agreement.

Reservations may be canceled more than 30 days prior to check-in with full refund. 14 to 29 days prior to arrival 50% refund. No refunds will be issued after this cut-off date for any reason. No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions, spotty internet service or interruption of service.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2586623
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
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

About the neighborhood

Salida

Located in Salida, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. SteamPlant Theater and Event Center and Browns Canyon National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
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Salida, CO

What's nearby

  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Arkansas River - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Salida Golf Club - 16 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 17 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drift-In - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub on Aug 20, 2026 start from $413, 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 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Arkansas River. San Isabel National Forest and Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Pinon Vacation Rentals

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Pinon Vacation Rentals
201 F Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719)221-6004
info@pinonvacationrentals.com
www.pinonvacationrentals.com
Guest Services from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily

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