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Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views!

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Exterior
Interior
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Ouray, CO
  • Place, Bear Creek National Recreation Trail
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ouray Hot Springs Pool
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Box Canyon Falls Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views!

Step back in time at this historic 1879 cabin, updated with modern comforts while preserving its rustic Colorado mountain charm. Just a few blocks from downtown Ouray, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath pet-friendly retreat offers the perfect mix of history, convenience, and outdoor adventure. Enjoy mornings on the deck with views of the Amphitheater, evenings grilling on the BBQ, and days exploring nearby trails, hot springs, or mountain adventures.

–Where You’ll Sleep–
• Bedroom 1: Queen Bed (Main Level)
• Bedroom 2: Two Twin Beds (Upper Level)

–Amenities You’ll Love–
• Historic 1879 cabin with modern updates
• Fully remodeled, stocked kitchen
• Deck with Amphitheater views + BBQ grill
• Two living spaces (main floor & upstairs sitting area)
• Two TVs with satellite service

–Location–
• Downtown Ouray – a few blocks away
• Ouray Hot Springs – ~5 minutes
• Box Canyon Falls & Ouray Perimeter Trail – ~5–10 minutes
• Ridgway – ~15 minutes
• Telluride – ~1 hour
• Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) – ~45 minutes

–Good to Know–
• Pet-friendly: Up to 2 dogs allowed ($40/night | $250 max)
• Please confirm you’re traveling with dogs at booking and review Pet Policy
• Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.
• STR Permit #2025 -1039

ABOUT THE AREA
Ouray, Colorado, nestled at 7,800 feet, offers year-round outdoor activities and has everything you could want during your Colorado mountain vacation any time of year! In the spring, summer, and fall months visitors enjoy exploring, riding ATVs, hiking, biking, rock climbing, horseback riding excursions, and fishing. You'll love the summer music series in Ouray's Fellin Park! In the winter months bring your snowshoes, ice climbing gear, or Nordic skis and enjoy downhill skiing in Telluride, a scenic 60-minute drive from Ouray! Ice climbing at the world-famous Ouray Ice Park boasts more than 150 named ice and mixed climbs, spanning almost 2 miles of the Uncompahgre Gorge. After a day of adventure, enjoy a variety of great local restaurants, breweries, distilleries, live entertainment venues, and the ever-popular Ouray Hot Springs.

Cancellation Policy: A non-refundable payment of $300 is required at the time of booking. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days before the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 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

Ouray

Located in Ouray, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dennis Weaver Memorial Park and Ridgway State Park, while Ouray Alchemist Museum and Wright Opera House are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Ouray, CO

What's nearby

  • Bear Creek National Recreation Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ouray Alchemist Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ouray Hot Springs Pool - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ouray Ice Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Box Canyon Falls Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 36 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ouray Brewery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪1886 Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Goldbelt Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mouse's Chocolates & Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Artisan Bakery and Cafe - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views!?

As of 17 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views! on 27 Jul, 2026 start from S$747, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cabin | Near Downtown | Front Porch with Amazing Views! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Bear Creek National Recreation Trail and Ouray Hot Springs Pool. Ouray Alchemist Museum and Wright Opera House are also within 10 minutes.

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. 116 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

todd s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the rustic finishes and amazing patio. Beds were really comfortable. Great walking distance to town and Box Canyon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2026
Todd, Thank you for your recent 5 star review. We are delighted to hear that your group enjoyed rustic finishes and amazing patio. Thank you for mentioning that the beds were comfortable and that you all enjoyed walking to town. Your feedback is invaluable to us and we are honored to call you our guests. We look forward to hosting you in the future for another memorable stay. Kind regards, -Holly
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and quaint, just steps from the trails and shops and restaurants in town. Front porch is fantastic to sit and relax. Wonderful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cozy feel of the home and the convenient location near the trails, shops, and restaurants. It’s wonderful to hear you were able to relax on the front porch and take in the views—we’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cute, quirky cabin! Everything we needed for a long weekend. A short walk to downtown & a great view of the New Year firework show from the deck. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the charm of the cabin and had everything you needed for a great long weekend. It’s wonderful that you could walk to downtown and even catch the New Year fireworks from the deck—that’s such a special bonus. We’d be delighted to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was quiet, had amazing views. Inside was extreamly clean, and although we come prepared there was everything possibly imaginable avail. for a comfortable trip. A few notes to other to consider: If you are of age going upstairs is a challenge, yet possible if you take ea step slowly. It is adorable upstairs. Also, parking space is tricky, yet is possible if you maneuver your vehicle correctly. These 2 things are just a heads-up. Do not avoid this AMAZIN mountain place. We'll be renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the peaceful location, amazing views, and how clean and well-stocked the home was—it’s wonderful to know you felt comfortable and well prepared during your stay. We also really appreciate you sharing those helpful notes for future guests regarding the stairs and parking. That kind of insight can be so valuable, and we’re glad you still found both manageable and worth it. Thank you again for the recommendation—we’d absolutely love to welcome you back for another stay at this amazing mountain getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danell R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute home! Very authentic to a historic Ouray experience! Within walking distance to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the historic charm of the home and the convenient location. It’s great to know everything was within walking distance for you. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm, cozy cabin. Quaint & comfortable. Loved the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2025
Thanks for the lovely review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the cozy charm of the cabin. Come visit again whenever you’re back in the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L. B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, cozy, historic home in town with a lot of character.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the cozy charm and historic character of the home, as well as its in-town location. We’d be happy to host you again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn W.

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

Weekend in Ouray

very close to Main Street, the rock next to the house is amazing and you can walk to any where in town. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the convenient location and the unique rock next to the house. It’s wonderful to hear you loved being able to explore town on foot. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
A lot of truck and pedestrian traffic, putting in new power lines, home or business building across the street Beautiful location near the town and surrounding Stairs going to the up stairs are very narrow and steep, would not recommend for senior citizens All in all we had a great stay at Seldom Inn
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience at Seldom Inn. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful location and had a great stay overall. We appreciate your feedback on the nearby construction and the steep stairs—this home does have historic features that may not be ideal for all guests, and we’ll continue to make that clear in our listing. Your comments are very helpful, and we’re so pleased you enjoyed your time in town.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Historic cabin

Amazing cabin close to town. Ww will definitely book this again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2025
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cabin and its close proximity to town. We’d love to have you back anytime—looking forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Great view of Amphitheater

We enjoyed staying here! The house is cute and quirky. I felt like I was in Ron Weasley’s house on Harry Potter! It was a quick walk to town to all of our favorite shops/restaurants. I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay—and we love the Ron Weasley’s house comparison! This home definitely has its own unique charm, and we're glad it made your trip memorable. It's great to hear the location made it easy to enjoy your favorite spots in town. We'd absolutely love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super view!! Great for up to 4. Would highly recommend & stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

susan m.

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

Memories

Great views / close to town cente and rim trail
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the great views and the convenient location near the town center and Rim Trail. We'd love to host you again for another scenic and relaxing stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

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

Wedding Destination

Very convenient location and cozy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Grady J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Would have given this place 5 stars and amazing reviews; however, there was a horrible smell that we are certain was a dead mouse/rat. Maintenance tried to find the source and provided room spray, but this didnt help. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Grady. We’re so sorry about the unpleasant odor you experienced during your stay. We’ve been actively working with our maintenance team and pest control to track down the source and resolve the issue, as we want to ensure this doesn’t happen again. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the location, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to get this fully addressed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula F.

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

Historic, cozy and convenient

Excellent place to stay for a couple. Amenities were great and right in town close to restaurants, shops and natural wonders.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

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

Two nights in Ouray

Perfect little cottage right on the edge of downtown Ouray. Can walk to multiple restaurants and you have perfect access to the Ouray Perimeter hiking trail. We had a wonderful stay with our pup. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cottage's location and took advantage of both the downtown spots and the Perimeter Trail—such a great way to experience Ouray! We're also glad your pup had a wonderful stay too. Thanks for the recommendation, and we’d love to host you all again anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Pretty little cabin, close to everything!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at Seldom Inn for a week while in Ouray. The cabin had a lot of character, was on a quiet street and was very clean upon arrival. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective, and that you found the cabin quiet and very clean. :) Glad you enjoyed the property so much. We hope you come stay with us again soon!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Pamela S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
This is a hard review, the original house we booked was horrible, something dead was in or under the house, they tried to coverup smell with pine sol, the bedroom door doesn't close all the way so a gap at bottom of door. We contacted the rental agency upon arrival and they immediately put us in another rental which was wonderful, so 5 stars to the agency for accommodating us and 5 stars to the second rental home but 1 star to this poor little historic home that really needs some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures of property made it look more spacious than it actually is. All amenities are provided and thoughtfully arranged in a “cozy” space, and they even provided a special spot for our dog. Although well-maintained, this is an older property with squeaky floors and a bedroom door (to outside) that won’t quite shut.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you found the home well-stocked and enjoyed the cozy setup—including the spot for your dog. We appreciate your feedback about the photos and the quirks of the home, and we’ll take a closer look at the bedroom door to ensure it shuts properly. Thanks again for staying with us—we’d be happy to host you anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michele

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

Very nice place and location

great location near town and walking distance to town. Nice quiet neighborhood. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted that you enjoyed the location and found the neighborhood to be peaceful. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daman H.

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

Ouray cabin

Clean and great location. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
Thank you for the positive review! We’re glad to hear you found the property clean and in a great location. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

It was good!

Nice place, certainly a spectacular location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here with Vacation Rental Collective! We hope to see you back again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

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

Cozy/Clean

This little cabin was so cute and cozy. It was a very unique property that was perfect for my husband and I. Overall very clean and tidy. Great location!!! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar, 2024
Hi Pamela, Thank you for choosing VRC. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted that you found the cabin to be cozy, clean, and tidy. So happy to hear that the location was ideal for you. We are looking forward to hosting you again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Birthday getaway

My twin sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it was the perfect location to escape to! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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