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Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gunnison, CO
  • Place, Western State Colorado University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Mesa Reservoir
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Crested Butte Mountain Resort
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Custom 500 sq ft Cottage

This is a custom ( construction completed in September 2018), fully furnished 500 square foot cottage situated 2 miles north of downtown Gunnison, on 1.3 acres of private property on the Gunnison river, with private fishing and boating access during the summer season. A beautiful quite piece of paradise on a paved dead end county road. Property is a .5 mile walk to RTA bus stop ( free bus to Crested Butte and Gunnison) and bike path to town at the end of the road. we also have town bikes for you to use during your stay! There is also a park and ride stop 1 mile away, a great way to ski CB! Private driveway and parking, plenty of room for your trailers and toys! There is a shed for your bikes and skis. We live next door and are available if you need us. One month rentals are subject to a $175 cleaning fee.
Queen size bed with luxury linens and blackout blinds.
Washer dryer
Fully stocked kitchen
Grill and fire pit
Direct tv/ DVD
Full size bathroom with tub
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$20 per day per pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind inside the house, outside is fine, Pets are ok for an extra fee. Over 2 people is extra $35 per night per person

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1431620vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Gunnison

Located in Gunnison, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gunnison River and Oak Flat Trail, while Smith Opera House and Gunnison Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights. Gunnison Valley Observatory and Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Gunnison, CO

What's nearby

  • Western State Colorado University - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Gunnison Visitor Information Center - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Blue Mesa Reservoir - 22 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Crested Butte Town Park - 29 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Crested Butte Mountain Resort - 35 min drive - 54.7 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pie-Zans - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Garlic Mike's - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom 500 sq ft Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Custom 500 sq ft Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Custom 500 sq ft Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom 500 sq ft Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Custom 500 sq ft Cottage located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cottage in Gunnison is on a river, steps from Gunnison River and close to winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Western State Colorado University is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was so cozy and perfect. It had everything that you could possibly imagine that you might need. I definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was fantastic, just the right size and excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

katii M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin both inside and out. Very clean, nice water pressure, comfy couch and bed close proximity to airport and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, very convenient for my situation. Very cozy and well maintained property inside and out. Located on a quiet and slow road, and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles B.

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

Nice Getaway

Nice property, close to town, easy access to outdoor activities.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely cabin to spend a few days around Gunnison! Karah was awesome and very responsive with questions. The cabin was absolutely darling and well appointed. Our dog loved the yard, as well. Thank you for such a lovely stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Nice and quiet. Plus we could bring our dogs. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Beautiful and peaceful!!

The cottage was so lovely and beautiful! Great location and the hosts were terrific!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at this cottage for a 5 day biking vacation. The location was perfect to hit Hartman Rocks and gravel riding in the Gunnison National Forest. The kitchen had everything we needed and a grocery store was close by. It was private and quiet at night - even saw a shooting star one night. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Always a great stay!

This was our third time staying in the cottage. It is so comfortable and clean; we just love staying there. The hosts are very friendly and available if you need them. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

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

Nice place to stay

Small house was very nice. Clean and convenient to town. Near end of dead end road.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in was very easy. Kara left detailed instructions. The cottage was clean and had everything you would ever need. Very nice and relaxing. Gunnison is just a few minutes away. I highly recommend the cottage as a place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Cozy and quiet

Had a great vacation! Will definitely rent again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

May 2025 Vacation

Amazing location! Just as described. I stayed here for a fishing trip and had a great time. Even caught a few Brown and Rainbow trout in the river right on the property! Thank you so much Karah and Bob!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Wonderful getaway

Lovely cabin on a beautiful property. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. It's in a great location close to restaurants in Gunnison and an easy drive to Crested Butte. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2020
Thank you Eric Lauren and Tilley. We enjoyed you as well. Lovely young couple!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kymberli M.

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

Gus’s Getaway is Great!

Beautiful cabin, convenient location and very well stocked! The bed and linens were high quality as were the towels. We look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you! Please come visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtiss B.

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

Very Nice 👍

Very clean and attractive. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you please come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

One of the best

One of the best guest houses and hosts we’ve ever had. I’m a repeat customer and will likely be again for future visits ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Thank you Amanda! Hope to see you all again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Perfect Cottage

This cottage has everything you need in a quiet, serene area. It's our favorite place to stay in the Gunnison/Crested Butte area! Thank you Karah and Bob!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second stay in as many weeks. I have been living and working in Gunnison for the past year and a half and since my lease went up at my apartment (1/4 mile south) this cottage has served me well and has been very comfortable and private. I hope to reserve it again before I leave the valley to go home to Paonia.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Nice and Relaxing!

The property is beautiful, in a nice neighborhood, and on the river. It’s very welcoming and comfortable. The host is top notch!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carie T.

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

Peaceful Stay

Love this property! The cabin is so cute and comfortable. The yard is beautiful and I love hanging out by the river. Quick drive to town or up to CB. Hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

beautiful getaway

Property is a beautiful quiet getaway just outside of town on the Gunnison River, in walking distance to Garlic Mikes. This was my second stay and it did not disappoint. Clean and modern appliances. A quiet retreat when I visit family.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karah and Bob’s “Gus’s Getaway” is the perfect couple’s getaway on the Gunnison river. We were looking for a quiet cabin to enjoy some late fall colors and private access to one of Colorado’s most coveted trout fisheries. This is a very well stocked, super clean, and cozy cabin that leaves you looking forward to your next visit. Only 6 miles from a lively Main Street restaurant scene and under an hour from incredible views of The Black Canyon National Park. Best of all… the fishing right behind the cabin is legendary! We can’t wait to book next season! Karen and Bob are the most kind and generous hosts! 100% recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derik B.

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

Great spot!

This is the second time I've had a parent stay here and it was equally as well received as the last time. The property is spacious, cozy, clean and secluded, and really made my family feel like they were truly on vacation while still having access to their grandkids. Karah is a wonderful host and does a great job all around. This spot is highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karah Cunningham

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My husband and I have lived in the Gunnison valley since 1991. He is a master carpenter and I have a "tiny" hair salon on the property. I also teach yoga and DJ on our community radio station. We love the outdoors and just chilling out.

Why they chose this property

This property is very unique,,,,!! it is historic and new all at the same time. The original house is the "Gunnison stage stop" (cira 1920) the "Getaway "is our newest addition and is part of the original property< WE moved here in 2003 and started creating our DREAM!! Now we are ready to share it with you,

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