Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
Guests like the location for the scenic views.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Buena Vista, CO
Arkansas River
Place, Arkansas River
2 min drive
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
2 min drive
Buena Vista River Park
Place, Buena Vista River Park
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest
Welcome to the Tomcat Ranch, your new private vacation rental home nestled away in the Heart of the Rockies. Recreate and recharge your body and soul with spectacular views of two of Colorado’s tallest peaks: Mt. Columbia and Mt. Harvard. This stand-out guest property, shared with the owner’s home provides you with ultimate quiet and privacy.
Enjoy direct access to a vast mountain retreat that sits on 300+ acres of private land forested with Aspen and Ponderosa. Walk out your front door right into San Isabel National Forest. Hike Mt. Harvard and Mt. Columbia without driving anywhere. Enjoy the solitude of the many alpine trails as you stroll or snowshoe past a bubbling creek. And with five lakes on the property, you might catch a fish for dinner!
Head into historic Buena Vista, Colorado, about 20 minutes away, to visit the many galleries, shops, and restaurants. Looking for world-class fishing, rafting, or kayaking? The gold medal waters of the Arkansas River are within walking distance. The Tomcat Ranch is a short drive to Aspen, Vail, Summit County, and only two hours to Denver or Colorado Springs.
The guest house features three large bedrooms, one full and one half bathroom, a well-stocked kitchen, a dining room, and an ample yet cozy great room with a wood-burning fireplace and grand views of the Collegiate Peaks. We are pet friendly and provide an outdoor kennel, but pets must be approved before arrival. Please do not leave pets unattended in the house. We observe a 4 night minimum during the holidays. Four-wheel or all-wheel drive is recommended for winter access. Wi-fi TV and Starlink high speed internet included.
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Property # 34698vb
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
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Buena Vista
Located in Buena Vista, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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 San Isabel National Forest. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Buena Vista River Park - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
Cottonwood Hot Springs - 25 min drive - 29.2 km
Getting around
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 102 min drive
Restaurants
Jumpin' Good Goat Dairy - 9 min drive
Pizza Works - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Isabel National Forest and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Arkansas River is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Mike Blitstein
My husband and I live on the Tomcat Ranch with our three children, 3 dogs, and more cats than we can count! We agree that it's been a beautiful place to raise a family and love the connection we feel to the mountains and the wildlife. We love watching the hummingbirds swarm the feeder in the summer. The kids have grown up fishing in the lakes. We've hiked all over the property and into the mountains. We've watched herds of elk roam the ranch in the winter, with their calves. We've admired the beauty of the mountains -- from the snow-covered peaks of winter to the wildflower-filled valleys of summer. This is a beautiful spot!
Why they chose this property
In 1995, we visited this part of Colorado on a vacation and fell in love with the beauty of the area and the friendly people who live here. We bought a home and moved here the following year.
What makes this property unique
We love to go out for a hike around the ranch in the evening. The kids have used this as an opportunity to look for wildlife. In the summer, we'll pick wild raspberries or maybe the kids will spend some time fishing in the lakes. We've also done many, many hikes into the National Forest and up Mt. Harvard and Mt. Columbia. It's wonderful to be able to head out our back gate and be right in the National Forest.