Cabin
A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort
Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 6 1400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Colorado National Monument
- Place, Powderhorn Resort
- Place, Colorado Mesa University
- Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)
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
Washing machine
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
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 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 area
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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mesa, CO
What's nearby
- Powderhorn Resort - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- High Country Orchards - 54 min drive - 59.5 km
- St Mary's Medical Center - 58 min drive - 74.6 km
- Canyon View Park - 58 min drive - 79.0 km
- Colorado Mesa University - 58 min drive - 74.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sunset Bar And Grille - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
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