Vallecito Mountain Refuge

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Bayfield, CO

Vallecito Lake17 min drive
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad65 min drive
Pagosa Springs, CO (PGO-Stevens Field)90 min drive
Purgatory Resort99 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

About this property

Southwest Colorado Plain and Simple! This unique 2100 square foot home is nestled in a secluded mountain meadow, adorned with wildflowers, and surrounded by forests of Aspens and Spruce. The home sits on 11 acres directly bordering the San Juan National Forest and features a Private Fishing Pond, Hiking Trails, Mountain streams, and Mountain Views. With a proximal location to Vallecito Lake, it's a perfect place for a back to nature vacation where you can relax on a covered deck, paddle a canoe and fish on your own glassy pond, encounter a variety of wildlife, gaze into an endless starry night, and enjoy the crystal clear water and cool fresh air of Colorado mountain living.

The two-story house has 4 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, along with a comfortable living room with an incredible floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace with plenty of firewood. A large deck wraps around the home with a shaded sitting area looking out over the pond, meadow, and trees. There is a gas bbq grill on the deck.

Fishing is available directly on the property. The pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and guests are welcome to fish to their hearts content. In order to provide this activity for all of our guests, anglers may only keep 1 fish per nightly stay (ex: 4 night stay = 4 fish). Any additional fishing must be catch and release. **Bring your own fishing gear**

Additional activities include canoeing, hammock area, piano, and a trampoline.

NOTE: The 1/2-mile road up to the home is a a well maintained dirt/gravel road. It is not heavily rutted but climbs steadily. A 4-wheel drive is not necessary but is helpful. A minimum of 6.5 inch ground clearance is recommended.

The cabin sits at 9500' elevation and is off-grid. The homes solar-panel and battery system is design to power the regular needs of our guests while staying at the cabin. The property does not have a Microwave, TV, or Dishwasher. The washer & dryer on site are strictly for use by our property manager.

Please note the property counts with 4 security cameras:
1 overlooking the deck/pond area.
1 overlooking the front gate.
1 overlooking back side of house
1 monitoring garage.

AVAILABLE MAY - OCTOBER. NOT ACCESSIBLE DURING WINTER.

Property manager

Carlos Camacho

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Front view of the house with lower patio and front deck.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Purgatory Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Weminuche Wilderness and Vallecito Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

Vallecito Lake - 17 min drive
Fort Lewis College - 64 min drive
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 65 min drive
Cliffs at Tamarron - 86 min drive
Purgatory Resort - 99 min drive

Getting around

Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

The Rusty Shovel Saloon - 20 min drive
Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - 16 min drive
Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - 21 min drive
Angler's Wharf - 26 min drive
D bar G Outfitters-Horse Back Riding - 25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vallecito Mountain Refuge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vallecito Mountain Refuge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vallecito Mountain Refuge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vallecito Mountain Refuge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Weminuche Wilderness and within 12 miles (20 km) of Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Lemon Reservoir are also within 25 miles (40 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

10 June 2020

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

Beautifully Offgrid

This is a beautiful home nestled deep in the mountains. The house is solar powered so you have to be conscious of power usage but we had six people and had no problems. Lots of outdoor seating options that we really appreciated. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked and plenty of room to gather. If you are looking for a get away from it all, this is a great choice. Greg was a great host. Thanks for sharing your home

Stayed 6 nights in May 2020

4/10 Poor

charmayne f.

16 October 2023

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disappointment

Overall we had a good time. Was not ready when we got there. Dirty. I had mopped the floors myself. No shampoo or soap in bathrooms. Had to throw away old soaps in bathrooms. We wiped down kitchen counters. When we arrived two gentlemen where there. One was rude when I had ask were the beds changed. So much more. I could go on but there is not enough room. I took pictures, so if anyone wants them just ask. This maybe a one time and one time only thing. My luck I guess. The pond was full of stinky moss so you could not fish. Like I said I have pics if anyone wants them. I am not one to complain but this was a disappointment. Hopefully this will not happen to anyone else. but I feel for what we paid it was terrible. I just wish I could have spoken to Carlos. Never had the opportunity to do so. The area around the property was not mowed. Some of the sheets were new and still in the package and they put it on the bed anyway. Like I said it was not what I expected. When we pulled up the guys there were peeking out of the windows. I felt very uncomfortable. The lady who does the cleaning did not show up so these guys were a last minute effort. My family and friends made the best of an awful experience. What else were we supposed to do? I could go on but I think you got the picture.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy P.

12 August 2023

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

Remote, relaxing, and rejuvenating

We were able to enjoy much needed down-time with the whole family. We rested, fished, hiked and played indoor and outdoor games together. The morning coffee on the deck overlooking the pond watching the hummingbirds and chipmunks was wonderful. Loved how isolated we were from the noise and activity of the city. It was so peaceful except for the squeal of laughter from our games and canoeing adventures. The cabin accommodations were perfect for our wide age-ranged family, everyone felt at home. We would highly recommend for a peaceful, fun, and relaxing vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

karol p.

12 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Walden’s pond

This is an isolated retreat. Accessible via 4 wheeled drive . Fully furnished. Trout fishing paradise. Very quite. Negative thoughts-none except mosquitoes

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

18 June 2023

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

Quiet and private getaway

The kids were a little wary at first, but they never said one word about no tv after we got settled in. This is the most relaxing places we have stayed in the 20 years we have visited the area. Very quiet, very remote, and very private. We had a blast! Best bring your 4x4 if you’ve got it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023