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Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit

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A cabin with a porch, a snow-covered ground, and a forested mountain in the background.
A wooden deck with chairs and a table, overlooking a forested area.
A wooden building with a wooden staircase leading to a door, a welcome sign, and a lantern above the door.
A cozy room with wooden walls, large windows, a leather sofa, a patterned ottoman, and a wooden coffee table.
A spacious loft-style room with high ceilings, large windows, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Rio Grande National Forest
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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South Fork, CO
  • Place, Rio Grande National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Coller State Wildlife Area
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Wolf Creek Ski Area
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit

Come relax on the porch! This home is practically designed for coming together, starting with a wrap-around porch perfect for coffee and conversations. Enjoy views of the mountains as well as close views of the river - come at the right time of year and enjoy the view of the flowers blooming! The riverfront location is a wonderful feature of this home - enjoy some s'mores around the riverside firepit or launch your raft and/or inner tubes! That's right. You can start your rafting trip directly from the home, or start upstream and come ashore directly at the cabin.

Inside, the unique pale wood paneling sets a pleasant mood throughout the cabin. An open kitchen design means that the conversations don't have to stop while dinner is being prepared. Enjoy it at the breakfast bar or in the dining area - the comfortable family room isn't too far away. Use the private washer/dryer to take care of clothes from the day while everyone rests. The loft-style bedroom holds two twin beds, perfect for younger guests who may stay up all night talking. But there's plenty of space for everyone in your group to come relax by the river.

What's nearby:
Just under nine miles from South Fork and just shy of 15 miles from Creede, this home will put guests close to all their favorite activities while still being part of a neighborhood. The Rio Grande National Forest lies just five-and-a-half miles from the home, offering up 1.83 million acres of beautiful forest to explore throughout the year. For guests new to the area, Mountain Skillz (just over seven miles from the cabin) offers guided tours of the area as well as lessons on snowmobiling and how best to act during an avalanche. Of course, guests can enjoy Gold Medal Trout fishing all along the Rio Grande river.

Things to know:
Free WiFi and cable
Full kitchen
There is parking for an ATV trailer at the cabin, in addition to cars.
Please note that the pellet stove shown in the photos is not available for use.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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 # 5294823vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

South Fork

Located in South Fork, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Creede Historic Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Ski Area. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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South Fork, CO

What's nearby

  • Rio Grande National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Coller State Wildlife Area - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 6 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 10 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 41 min drive - 51.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪149 Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Creek Lodge and restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big River Grille - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing riverfront cabin w/ river & mountain view, wraparound deck, and firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande. Coller State Wildlife Area and Palisade Campground Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This was a great property with lots of fun things to do. The property was comfortable and accomo...

Location even though it was far from towns, it was perfect for us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Absolutely beautiful location!

Loved the river-front location and the house was very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Views

Enjoyed the mountain and river views.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great river views and lots of comfort

Sitting on the porch watching the river flow was very serene and peaceful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cabin by the river

The porches, the birds and it was right on the river not to mention the weather was THE BEST!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charming cabin

We have been to this specific cabin several times because it’s a charming homey cabin. It’s such a great location with great natural beauty all around! We 100% recommend it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely house in a gorgeous location

Beautiful house. Very comfortable. Convenient to both Creede and South fork. Sitting out on the porch watching the Rio Grande flow by was the best start to any day.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peace on the River

The back porch is medicinal during coffee in the morning and wine in the late afternoon. Perfect location to the best restaurants and shopping. We always enjoy our time there ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing! This is quite possibly the best VRBO we've ever stayed in.The cabin was spotless, comfortable, and had plenty of room for our family of six. It felt welcoming from the moment we walked in, but the real highlight of this property is the porch and riverfront setting. The panoramic views of the peaceful river are simply breathtaking. We spent hours relaxing on the porch, listening to the water, and enjoying the tranquility. Being able to walk right down into the river made the experience even more special.The location was perfect—close enough to both South Fork and Creede to easily explore the area, yet secluded enough to feel like a true mountain retreat. There was plenty of parking, and the check-in and check-out process was simple with clear, easy-to-follow instructions.If you're looking for a peaceful getaway with incredible views and a beautiful riverfront setting, this is the place. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Love this place!

This was our 2nd year staying a your lovely home! The setting was perfect! So relaxing. Love the hummingbirds! They are so entertaining. We will be back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation place

The location was great. Quiet neighborhood, right on the river. Slept with the windows open and could hear the river, very relaxing. Two bathrooms were awesome with two teenage boys. The loft was a great place for the boys to hangout. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay right on the Rio Grande!

Loved sitting outside on the back porch watching all the wildlife. Can fish right from the bank! Very comfortable home and equipped nicely.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Riverside Retreat

Beautiful river views. Easy check-in. Our family owns a cabin down the road, so the location was perfect for our family reunion. Comfortable beds and the home is well equipped. This is my happy place, watching the river go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fishing and more

This was a great house. Our whole family enjoyed the location and the property. The dishwasher wasn't working and the dish soap provided was not good. Everything else was PERFECT. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the home and its location, and that everything else was perfect during your stay. We truly appreciate your recommendation. We are sorry to hear about the dishwasher and the dish soap not meeting your expectations. We will be sure to pass this along to our local team so we can address these issues promptly. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another wonderful visit soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

Christy Black the representative for VACASA in the South Fork area is incredible. She is quick to respond to phone calls and texts. Very knowledgeable, kind, professional, great lady.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Little slice of Heaven

This was our third visit to South Fork, and each time we stayed at the Riverside Retreat. The kitchen is fully stocked with every cooking utensil, dish, cup, or kitchen gadget needed to prepare every meal of the day. My kids just love sleeping in the loft upstairs. The nighttime view of the moon is spectacular. The master bedroom is big, and the blankets are warm. When at the cabin, it feels as though we are being hugged by trees. Every window is a beautiful view of the stunning environment. It is genuinely a little slice of Heaven on Earth. We will return for our fourth visit soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing home in a perfect setting

This was our third stay at the Riverside Retreat and it just keeps getting better. The house was exceptionally clean and the flooring in both bathrooms and the laundry room has been updated as well as the master shower and bathroom. If you are looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful scenic setting this is the perfect place for you. Wether you are sitting on the large porch watching the Rio Grande flow just feet from the porch or enjoying a fire and s’mores by the river you will feel your everyday worries just floating away! The house is just minutes from South Fork on one side and Creed on the other. There are tons of hiking, biking and off road trails easily accessible all around. We absolutely love the Riverside Retreat and will be back as often as possible.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Not good

The house was OK. The view is good, but the house needs some TLC. The shutters would not work right. The trash situation was a mess and there was pet hair on many things in there. It could’ve been kept up a little bit better I wouldn’t stay there again
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Philip! We're glad you enjoyed the view, but We're sorry to hear that the condition of the house did not meet your expectations. We apologize for the issues with the shutters, trash, and pet hair, that certainly isn’t the experience we want for our guests. We will be sure to share your comments with our local team so they can address these concerns and improve the home’s upkeep. We appreciate your honesty and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful Place

This a beautiful place to stay. We enjoyed the view. The only downside is that the rental stated we were not able to use the stove, so we had to cook outside.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Hi, Dulce! We're sorry to read about any confusion regarding the stove. It is available for guest use. Thank you!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Unclean property & particular owners

The dishes in the kitchen were caked with prior food stuck to them (and a single wash wouldn’t remove it all). The old dishwasher was still full of dishes when we arrived and multiple surfaces in the cabin were dirty and in need of a clean. Also, the owner has some very particular “suggestions” on when you use the dishwasher and washer/dryer which means they want you to use them them during off peak hours only, which is 10-2 daily. They also have very strict guidance on how to heat the cabin (though we didn’t have to mess with that given the weather when we visited). They also ask you to water the lawn, which is also in need of a major mowing. The location was amazing but given all of these negatives, we won’t be booking here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location, but needs work!

First, the good points: -The location along the river is fantastic, and the view toward the rocks is stunning. -The house design is very nice, and this location has the potential to be a wonderful place to stay. The bad points (the property needs some work and TLC): -I wiped some water up from the kitchen floor and my paper towel came up very dirty, so I wonder when the floor was last cleaned. -The carpet could use replacing. -The shower doors in the master bath allowed copious water to leak onto the floor, no matter how we positioned the sliding doors. -The door screens are bent and left gaps for flies to get in. -The cookware needs to be replaced. -The porch furniture is not very comfortable. -Our stay started on a Sunday, and we were away from the house Monday (the day prior to garbage day). When we returned Monday evening, someone had moved our can out to the road, and they had filled it to overflowing with other peoples’ garbage. We were barely able to put our single bag of garbage in for the next day’s pickup. -After that pickup, as instructed, we put our garbage (in bags) in the can. The instructions about storing garbage recommend a lockable container or storing the garbage can indoors. Neither recommendation was an option for us since the garbage can was not lockable and the garage that the can set outside of was locked (we had no key). Our last night there (Saturday), something (we assume a bear) knocked over the can and spread garbage everywhere. Luckily, it only happened on our last night and we didn’t have to clean up every day. We suggest guests be allowed to put the can in the garage until the morning of garbage pickup.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Cabin with Great Views

We love the sound of the river, views of the mountains, wonderful cabin and wildlife everywhere. Located between Southfork and Creede, the cabin is in a great location to cover the area between Pagosa Springs and Lake City. The "big" city of Alamosa is only a 45 minute drive away. "Scenic" is a constant description of your experience as you traverse to and from the cabin. Fishing, rafting, hiking, shopping, biking, 4 x 4, and etc. right outside. We brought heavy duty inflatable rafts with us, dropped in upstream and floated back right to the rear of the cabin. You can also rent rafts and canoes or go rafting with a guide. You won't be disappointed staying here!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Location great...property okay

Location on the river was amazing. Good for the hikes we wanted to do and then sitting on the deck reading and listening to the river. Had to wash cooking items taken out of cupboard before using (previous visitors mentioned having to clean too), no soap in showers (did not have cell reception at house so emailed Vacasa representative and no response), no Kleenex, information for the house and area located in binder were either missing or outdated. For the price (fees on VRBO are ridiculous) I expected more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to vacation

Enjoyed our second visit to this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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