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Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main

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Welcome home!
Peaceful fall night on South Main.
Time for dinner and games!
Fully stocked kitchen for meals with family and friends.
Treat yourself to fun filled evenings with friends and family.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, CO
  • Place, Buena Vista River Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main

This home is right in the heart of the South Main District. You will be mere steps from the river access and with miles of hiking and mountain biking trails right out the front door. Walk over to the best restaurants, breweries, and shops that Buena Vista has to offer. Feel like staying in and relaxing? Start your day off with a cup of coffee or tea on us, stream your favorite shows with our incredibly fast Wi-Fi, play some board games, or cook up a delicious meal in our fully stocked kitchen. STR-212

***We are one of the few places in the valley with central air conditioning for those hot summer days!***

Just a short walk to:
- Coffee and gelato shop
- Bike rentals
- Eddyline Restaurant/Brewery
- Surf Hotel and Restaurant
- Arkansas River Walk
- Bouldering playground
- Electric vehicle charging station

1 - 2 miles:
- Historic Downtown Buena Vista
- Tennis courts
- Basketball courts
- Soccer fields

5 - 10 miles:
- climbing areas
- Mt Princeton Hot Springs
- Jeep rentals
- White water rafting

Less than 1 hour:
- Monarch Mountain for skiing
- Salida Hot Springs
- St. Elmo Ghost Town
- Continental Divide
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children's toys, books, pack n play available.
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Events

No 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

Property # 3071230
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
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

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista River Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arkansas River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 12 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stedman's Ice Cream - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chocolatte - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gunsmoke Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee Co - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main on Aug 19, 2026 start from $340, 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 Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main located?

This family-friendly Buena Vista vacation home is located on a river, just steps from Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Buena Vista River Park and Buena Vista Heritage Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kev M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean and very comfortable. Great location near the river and downtown area. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, we stay in BV often and this small neighbor is our favorite. Short walk to downtown, you have some great places literally yards away. Love these row homes, always nice and cozy and this property didn’t disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Riverhouse in a beautiful place very close to activities, and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 28, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was excellent. Clean and as presented. Location was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and plenty of space. We had a great time in Buena Vista while visiting from Littleton, CO
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Holiday stay & ski

We love South Main BV, and this property delivered another memorable family vacation. Will definitely stay here again if available.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 4, 2024
Thank you, Michael!!! We'd love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett B.

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

Beautiful home

Everything was great and the location was perfect. Our family really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 28, 2023
Thank you! Glad you had a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay!

Perfect location for our stay in Buena Vista. A nice cozy, well appointed townhome. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great summer vacation stay.

Great property in a great location. Host was very responsive. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

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

Wedding Celebration

This was a great place to stay for our family wedding! The proximity to the Surf Hotel and the little town was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Wills H.

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

Great short stay

We had a great long weekend! The location was absolutely perfect! Property was just as described. It would be just right if you’re coming with kids - they have everything to suit the needs of a small family! Not ideal for 6 adults maybe (we ran short on glasses every day), but overall I definitely recommend this Property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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

Great weekend in BV

We absolutely loved the location and convenience of this property. It was the perfect size for our family of 4. We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

week in BV

This is a great space and everything you need for comfortable vacation spot in the mountains
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

LOVE BV!

Great stay at this South Main property. Clean, quiet, and comfortable place next to the Arkansas river, dining options, and great access to Colorado's playground.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 7, 2023
Thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joel s.

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

Memorable spring break

We had a wonderful stay. The location with walking distance to great restaurants? Coffee shop,hotel restaurant and bar and cool shops was a huge plus. Check in and out was a breeze and the property was probably the most well stocked condo we have ever rented. There is so much to do in Buena Vista. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Lovely Place on the River Walk

We enjoyed our stay in BV! The location was super walkable and we enjoyed doing the river loop hike and fly fishing on the river. The townhouse had everything we needed and we very much appreciated the game closet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful time here at this home and in Buena Vista. This home is in close proximity to the Arkansas river - our favorite place to hang out. Also there is a nice brewery, bakery, and bike shop next door. Main Street is only a 20 min walk. The owners were wonderful and available for any questions and suggestions. It was a warm weekend so the A/C was appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Would stay again!

Such a great location and comfortable home. You can tell the owners put a lot of effort in the upkeep. They were very prompt responding to snow removal on slippery steps which was very appreciated. The coffee bar was such a great touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica k.

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

Great spot in BV

Cute townhouse, close to town and river. Just as listed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Weekend in Buena Vista

The unit was very nice, clean, no issues with anything and extremely well located! We would recommend as a choice to anyone traveling to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

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

Beautiful home right in Buena Vista!

We had a great stay at Amanda’s place! The home was so clean, spacious, and had all of the kitchen supplies we could ever want. It’s walkabale to Main St and a great spot to explore. Had an awesome time and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 28, 2023
Thanks so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Fantastic Once Again

This is our 2nd time to stay at "Beat the Heat" on South Main in Buena Vista. We love that area and we love staying at Amanda's place. Always easy to work with, always clean and updated. Always a relaxing, joyful time with our family. Legit 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Lovely stay at the perfect location

We stayed at the Riverhouse Retreat for a quick getaway weekend. The house is beautifully and well appointed. Our family was super comfortable and it was so helpful that the unit was child friendly and had a high chair, baby gate etc. It was super easy to walk to everything BV has to offer. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 28, 2023
Thanks so much! Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
You really can’t beat the amenities or the location of this place. The bed is so incredibly comfortable, the coffee station was lovely, and there’s a ton of space to spread out. And South Main in BV is magical. Great shops, food and drinks are all just a stone’s throw away — as is the cities network of trails around the river. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amanda Glazier

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We are Shane and Amanda Glazier. Shane and his family have been visiting this area of the mountains since he was born! Now, we are carrying on the tradition with our kids.

We enjoy everything from hiking, mountain biking, surfing the river, and climbing to relaxing at Mount Princeton Hot Springs, feeding the chipmunks at St. Elmo and feeding the trout at the Chalk Cliff Fish Hatchery.

We adore Buena Vista and can't wait to hear about your adventures in this quaint, unique mountain town.

Thanks so much for choosing us and we hope to welcome you back soon!

Why they chose this property

We chose this area due to the close proximity to world class hiking and mountain biking trails mere steps away from the front door. We are a short walk to the Arkansas river that boasts some of the best fly fishing in Colorado and some of the most exhilarating white water rafting in the United States! There is even a new river surfing wave called Pocket Wave that was built in the fall of '25'! It is fun to walk along the river to watch the river surfers on the various surfing waves!
Another reason why we chose this property in the heart of South Main is the convenient and charming shops and restaurants in the area. It is enjoyable to walk the shops on East Main Street and to try out the best cuisine that Buena Vista has to offer! There are also a plethora of boutiques with lots of artisan goods and many handmade creations from our talented locals. Besides the limitless outdoor activities and shops in the area, the breathtaking mountain views of Colorado's tallest peaks are reason enough for this location.

What makes this property unique

Riverside Retreat now has air conditioning to keep you comfortable throughout the duration of your stay, which most of the homes in the area do not offer.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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