Ranch House on the River

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Pagosa Springs, CO

Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park
‪20 min drive‬
Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring
‪27 min drive‬
Pagosa Springs Golf Club
‪35 min drive‬
Pagosa Springs, CO (PGO-Stevens Field)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom room 3

2 Double Futons

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest bath

Bathtub or shower

Master bath

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Great open living space and a kitchen built for gathering. Greenbelt all around the house. Patio, grill and hot tub overlooking the Lower Blanco river. Master bedroom windows open to the river let the sound lull you to sleep. Wood floors and a full laundry room. Tube the river in the summer, close to Forest access for hiking and hunting. Secluded on a well maintained rural road.
The mountains of Colorado offer the beauty of all four seasons. Stay in our home nestled on the edge of a pine covered canyon and immerse yourself in the solitude, winter spring summer or fall. River Rafting late spring through summer, tubing is at its peak all summer and will keep you cool in the heat of the day. September brings in the changing of the colors and the cooling temperatures make for the best hiking or trail riding and all the photo opts you can imagine. Oh yes if your horse is part of your family fun we can make accommodations. Hunting enthusiast will never be disappointed in Pagosa Country, and from the ranch you can be hunting in National Forest in 30 to 60 minutes. For you winter sport enthusiast, the best snow fall in Colorado is just minutes away at Wolf Creek sky resort. And Just when you think you have seen it all spring flowers will be blooming welcoming in warmer days . Join us for the adventure.

Property manager

Laura or Rob Keating

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The house is on a well, one water activity at a time ( shower-wait 10 min then run dishwasher)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Pagosa Springs

Located in Pagosa Springs, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crater Lake Trail and Reservoir Hill Park, while San Juan Historical Museum and Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pagosa Springs, CO

What's nearby

Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 27 min drive - 24.0 km
Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts - 31 min drive - 27.8 km
Pagosa Springs Golf Club - 35 min drive - 31.1 km
San Juan River - 62 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 100 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ranch House on the River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ranch House on the River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ranch House on the River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ranch House on the River located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Crater Lake Trail, San Juan Historical Museum and Reservoir Hill Park. Sheep Creek Trail and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

17 Mar, 2023

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

Nice cabin on the river

Very pleased with our stay. The cabin was lovely and cozy and the river and wildlife were amazing. Thank you for a wonderful getaway weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam T.

29 Jun, 2024

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

Vacation

We enjoyed our stay and our visits with Rob.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C., Wilmington, NC

13 Jan, 2023

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

Lovely stay!

The home was beautiful and clean upon arrival. Easy check-in process. The views from the hot tub were gorgeous. Would definitely stay again :)

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liza H.

26 Jun, 2023

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

Perfect peaceful place!

My family had a wonderful time here! I especially loved the seclusion, and of course the river in the back yard. Thank you Rob and Laura for offering your beautiful home!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mary B.

20 Mar, 2023

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

Colorado trip

Beautiful view with amazing hot tub!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennie D.

5 Aug, 2024

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

Lovely

I loved the location. Nice and peaceful. Rob was great!

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

megan e.

15 Aug, 2023

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

Wonderful family road trip getaway

This house was perfect for our family. We loved the location near the creek, it was so peaceful. We loved that is was pet friendly and the hot tub was a great bonus! The property owners were very responsive and answered any questions very quickly.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi W.

5 Dec, 2024

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

Beautiful home on the river

We had an amazing time! We were able to go to town and visit family and come back to the house and just relax. My two teenage girls thought it was amazing. They took walks, watched movies and enjoyed the hot tub.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige P.

4 Mar, 2023

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

Beautiful ranch home

We loved our stay at the ranch house on the river. The location was beautiful and the home had all the amenities. The hot tub was great! Our group skied wolf creek and enjoyed the town of Pagosa Springs. We would love to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nikki P.

6 Jul, 2024

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

Family Vaca

Property was well decorated, lots of space for a family, and beds were comfortable. Main cleaning was clean but lots of cobwebs and dust were seen.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel B.

31 Jul, 2023

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

Great River Getaway

We had a great time here at Rob and Laura’s. They were truly great hosts. The property is beautiful, and the house is lovely and clean with every convenience and necessity available. Can’t wait to go back in the fall!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mills & Kathy S.

5 Jan, 2024

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

Ski trip

We enjoyed our stay- plenty of room. It was great to relax in the hot tub after skiing while gazing at the stars. The house had everything we needed. Very clean. It was a little bit out of town but peaceful.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

16 Mar, 2024

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

Great Getaway

This place is a little off the main road but extremely worth it once you’re there. The house is very comfortable to just lounge around all day in if you want but the best part is the outdoors. The creek and valley views are awesome - even better while relaxing in the hot tub. We had a blast staying at this house and would definitely do it again in the future!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

1 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

This is a nice property. No complaints

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beckie A.

29 Dec, 2023

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

Great place tucked WAY back

If you are looking for quiet and “off the beaten path,” this is your place. Rob and Laura have lots of amenities so you couple hole up and never leave, but are only a short 25 min drive into Pagosa Springs if you’re wanting to venture out and explore. Our kids loved the bedrooms to themselves and the outdoor space was simply serene (of course the hot tub was a hit). Would definitely recommend this stay for a true get away.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

9 Aug, 2024

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

House

Very nice house, lots of space. Will be going back

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

26 Aug, 2021

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

Peaceful retreat

My wife and I needed a weekend away from society. This property was amazing. Right by the river, and so quiet and calm. It was nice to make coffee in the morning and sit in the hot tub, or have a glass of wine at night and sit in the hot tub. Awesome place, and we will definitely be returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

THOMAS S.

9 Jul, 2022

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

Home with room to roam.

Very nice home with lots of room to roam. Very comfortable and quiet area. Only downside for some would be the 5 mile dirt road to the property. We loved being away from every thing.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Erica D.

28 Dec, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful home but not as advertised

The home and some of the property is absolutely beautiful, however please read these important things before renting this house as the listing has a lot of very important information missing. 1. We stayed here for a winter ski trip. If you do not, and I repeat, IF YOU DO NOT have 4 wheel drive and chains the odds you will not make it to the home itself and out of their driveway are high. The road is 4.5 miles long off the main road and is winding and with snow it gets icy. To enter the property, off the road is a huge decline. If you don’t have 4 wheel drive, with snow or ice you may not make it back out as it’s a pretty steep incline/decline. 2. When I say there is NO cell service I mean it. And why is this important on occasion? When the home owner forgets to give you the code to the door and you have to drive back to cell service to call the homeowners and get it because they forgot. They did send us the WiFi code before we got there and I tried connecting to WiFi to send them a message on VRBO and no response. I have an iPhone and they had android so I couldn’t even text or call over WiFi. 3. The beds are not as advertised FYI. They have one room with a queen, another room with a queen, and they claimed they had another room with 2 double beds. Those double beds do not exist. There are two futons in a room and they are not comfortable. Futons are not double beds. One of my taller kids ended up sleeping on the couch. 4. The hot tub and the scenic views out the back door are beautiful and relaxing. Now, out the front door resembles more of a junkyard type feel. Broken down snowmobiles, a shed full of about 4 truckloads of junk just thrown there, and broken down chicken coops. The interior of the home is about 90% comfortable and inviting as long as you forget about the 4 foot gaping crack in the ceiling above the fireplace that you can tell has has something wet come through it. I would have given this home 5 stars if they were just completely honest with their listing and I knew what I was getting in to. The kitchen is well stocked, all appliances work, hot tub was great, but there are so many things they don’t mention in the listing and photos that make for a dishonest listing and lack of being able to communicate with the homeowners about it is extremely frustrating.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lurenda T.

26 Dec, 2022

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

Amazing property

This was a great Colorado stay! We had family in town for Christmas and this house couldn't have been better for the full Colorado experience. It's located a ways out of Pagosa about 30 minutes which was perfect for us. The hot tub was amazing! Nothing beats relaxing in the hot tub looking at the Colorado night sky! This property is pet friendly which is a must for us! It can sleep up to 8 if you put one on the couch. There is a creek/river that runs through the back yard and its beautiful. Overall this was a great property and we would stay again. The owners are wonderful, friendly, kind, and responsive!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G., Colorado Springs, USA

19 Sept, 2022

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

Really cool property!

Beautiful place for a small ranch! House is nice and patio is great!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil O., Wheat Ridge Colorado

14 Sept, 2022

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

As advertised

The drive from town can be a little tricky at night! The place was great and we had fun.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor K.

29 Jul, 2022

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

Great Getaway!

5 miles into a canyon off the main road here = limited cell service = no work headaches! Great place. Host is super-attentive. Most nights the "a/c" worked great (just open some windows). We didn't get the chance to try out the wood burning stove. A bit "out of the way" but well worth the extra 11 minutes to get there!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara L., Midland

20 Jun, 2022

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

Never want to leave!

This was the most beautiful scenery, very clean house. I loved everything, I was very sad to go back home.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

17 Jun, 2022

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

Perfect Getaway

Awesome setup right next to the river. Peaceful, secluded and a nice big house. Kitchen was fantastic and the gas oven and stove made cooking easy peasy. Hot tub was great and the hosts were very responsive to any questions I had. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you Laura and Robert for a wonderful getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022