10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
Feb 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Cabin
A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mesa, CO
- Place, Powderhorn Resort2 min drive
- Place, Colorado Mesa University47 min drive
- Place, Colorado National Monument55 min drive
- Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
Common area 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort
Nestled among the majestic aspens of the Grand Mesa and just a 1/2 mile from Powderhorn Mountain Resort, A Bar U Homestead is the perfect home base for year-round outdoor adventure! Come to A Bar U to recreate, relax, and rejuvenate on our 9-acre property complete with a private pond and the homestead's original log cabin! Whether you are looking to road bike on one of Colorado's Scenic Bypasses, mountain bike the Palisade Plunge, nordic ski at Skyway / County Line trail system, downhill ski / snowboard at Powderhorn Resort, hike, fish, or hunt, A Bar U Homestead is the perfect location for your next outdoor adventure and family getaway!!
A Bar U is a newly renovated cabin with a spacious common room complete with a breakfast nook and a 360-degree wood fireplace. A Bar U has two upper-level decks: one with a six-person dining set and the other with an outdoor lounge set. No matter the season, the decks provide serene mountain views and are perfect for watching sunrises and sunsets, seeing wildlife play in and around the pond, stargazing and communing with your friends and family.
A Bar U has a master bedroom and bathroom upstairs and a large bunk room and bathroom on the lower level. With one queen bed and two full-sized bunk beds, the bunk room comfortably sleeps 4 people. The lower level also has a common space with a sitting area around a wood burning stove, storage for personal gear, and a writer's desk. The lower-level porch has a picnic area for additional outdoor dining during the warmer months.
When you stay at A Bar U, you will be sure to find a sense of peace and comfort!
-- PROPERTY SPECS --
9 Acres | Private Pond | Mountain Views
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, open floor plan, fireplace, dining table, island / bar seating, convertible couch, modern finishes, ample food and gear storage, and wood-burning stove.
OUTDOOR LIVING: Large East-facing deck with dining set, grill, lounge chairs and side table, West-facing deck with lounge set, large firepit with chairs, spacious yard for lawn games, picnic table, and outdoor counter space.
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, drip coffee maker and grinder, cooking basics, spice rack, knife set, blender, eat-in breakfast nook, crock-pot, stockpot, coffee and wine bar.
GENERAL: Small washer & dryer, towels / linens, radiant heating, highchair.
**WATER: The homestead property is in a remote area where water conservation is very important as we are not connected to city utilities. Our backcountry water/plumbing system originates from a natural spring or is delivered depending on the water table and/or season.
PARKING: Driveway (4-5 vehicles) facing East Golden Dr.
-- THE LOCATION --
POWDERHORN MOUNTAIN RESORT (0.5 miles): Downhill skiing and snowboarding, downhill mountain biking, nordic skiing, food and beverages.
MESA LAKES (5 miles)
NORDIC SKI CENTER (10 miles)
PALISADE PLUNGE TRAILHEAD (10 miles)
MESA, CO (8 miles)
PALISADE (28 miles)
GRAND JUNCTION (39 miles)
A Bar U is a newly renovated cabin with a spacious common room complete with a breakfast nook and a 360-degree wood fireplace. A Bar U has two upper-level decks: one with a six-person dining set and the other with an outdoor lounge set. No matter the season, the decks provide serene mountain views and are perfect for watching sunrises and sunsets, seeing wildlife play in and around the pond, stargazing and communing with your friends and family.
A Bar U has a master bedroom and bathroom upstairs and a large bunk room and bathroom on the lower level. With one queen bed and two full-sized bunk beds, the bunk room comfortably sleeps 4 people. The lower level also has a common space with a sitting area around a wood burning stove, storage for personal gear, and a writer's desk. The lower-level porch has a picnic area for additional outdoor dining during the warmer months.
When you stay at A Bar U, you will be sure to find a sense of peace and comfort!
-- PROPERTY SPECS --
9 Acres | Private Pond | Mountain Views
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, open floor plan, fireplace, dining table, island / bar seating, convertible couch, modern finishes, ample food and gear storage, and wood-burning stove.
OUTDOOR LIVING: Large East-facing deck with dining set, grill, lounge chairs and side table, West-facing deck with lounge set, large firepit with chairs, spacious yard for lawn games, picnic table, and outdoor counter space.
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, drip coffee maker and grinder, cooking basics, spice rack, knife set, blender, eat-in breakfast nook, crock-pot, stockpot, coffee and wine bar.
GENERAL: Small washer & dryer, towels / linens, radiant heating, highchair.
**WATER: The homestead property is in a remote area where water conservation is very important as we are not connected to city utilities. Our backcountry water/plumbing system originates from a natural spring or is delivered depending on the water table and/or season.
PARKING: Driveway (4-5 vehicles) facing East Golden Dr.
-- THE LOCATION --
POWDERHORN MOUNTAIN RESORT (0.5 miles): Downhill skiing and snowboarding, downhill mountain biking, nordic skiing, food and beverages.
MESA LAKES (5 miles)
NORDIC SKI CENTER (10 miles)
PALISADE PLUNGE TRAILHEAD (10 miles)
MESA, CO (8 miles)
PALISADE (28 miles)
GRAND JUNCTION (39 miles)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets are NOT allowed on any furniture.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Mesa
Located in Mesa, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Powderhorn Resort and Reeder Mesa Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Adobe Badlands and Grand Junction Motor Speedway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Mesa, CO
What's nearby
- Powderhorn Resort - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Canyon View Park - 45 min drive - 78.6 km
- St Mary's Medical Center - 46 min drive - 75.7 km
- Colorado Mesa University - 47 min drive - 75.6 km
- Colorado National Monument - 55 min drive - 91.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sunset Bar And Grille - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Meghan K.
Jan 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Meghan K.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Victor G.
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Victor G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carli J.
Oct 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carli J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynnamon R.
Jul 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cynnamon R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa A.
Jan 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to rent in Powderhorn, don't look further and book!
Vanessa A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tony L.
Feb 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Ski Getaway
Tony L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bailie B.
Oct 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay amongst the aspens
Bailie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trey B.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super place and crazy convenient
Trey B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shauna w.
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain Getaway
Shauna w.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Julia O.
Mar 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Wonderland
Julia O.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet stay in the Grand Mesa National Forest
Amanda H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James B.
Jan 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient.
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brooke M.
Mar 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Retreat With Gorgeous Views
Brooke M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
jinx r.
Dec 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to Powderhorn ski area,, wonderful fireplace, private, cozy, highly recommend anytime
jinx r.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sherry K.
Sep 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Bar U visit
Sherry K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Halyna P.
Jan 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
colorado trip
Halyna P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erica W.
May 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Family Getaway at a Hidden Gem
Erica W.
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