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Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color!

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A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a stone pathway leading to a wooden bridge over a clear stream.
A cabin surrounded by birch trees with a wooden deck and a metal roof.
A living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a television.
A cabin with a red roof, surrounded by trees and a small pond.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a red armchair, and a wooden dresser.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nathrop, CO
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Elmo
    ‪25 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Main bathroom up stairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color!

What our guest are saying, We loved our stay!!! The stream, humming birds galore, inside fireplace, grill, nice cabin with everything you need.

We like that the main floor rooms were on opposite ends and multiple bathrooms. They are very responsive to any questions you might have and great host. I'd definitely stay again. Oh, and the beds were comfy too! Thanks for having us.

Located on the banks of the North Fork of Chalk Creek in Chalk Creek Canyon the cabin is an amazing mountain home. The cabin is located on acreage near the national forest and across from the Wildlife viewing meadow. Situated in the Heart of the Colorado Rockies between the 14ers Mt. Princeton and Mt. Antero. https://www.colorfulcolorado.com/webcams/

Aspen Grove is a private, creek-side cabin with all the modern amenities. Guests can fish from the banks of Chalk Creek in the back yard or wet a line at Wrights Lake or Chalk Lake, both local favorites, and within 1/2 mile from the property. This cozy wonderland cabin is your year-round ultimate base camp with convenience to everything Colorado Country. Relax in chairs at the outside fireplace overlooking the creek, take in some cool Colorado mountain air on the back deck, enjoy a special dinner or snacks overlooking meadows of aspen and pine. Read a good book on one of the 2 Redwood decks, chill out watching new 65" TV or playing games with friends and family. Soak in the nearby hot springs. Hike the nearby Colorado Trail, Agnes Vaile, a waterfall trail, or the historic railway grade. Jeep or ATV one of the many trails, including Hancock, Antero, Princeton, and Tincup. Visit the historic mining ghost town of St. Elmo (feed the chipmunk's), hunt for gems, there were several mines in the day! White water raft down the Arkansas River minutes away, horseback rides are a few miles down the road. Of course, every season has outdoor activities: in the winter try snowshoeing, skiing - Monarch Ski is about 40 minutes away. The towns of Salida and Buena Vista are short miles away and have unique food and shopping with a lot of live music and events!

This mountain retreat is licensed to sleep 6.
The base price for the cabin is for 2 guests.

Your initial reservation must include all guests that will be at the cabin at any given time during your stay.
Include ALL guests on the hot tub waiver.
Extra guests are $25 each per night.
The pet fee is $25 per night per pet per night and will need the managers approval.
Make sure you verify and account for all guests and pets before your arrival, failure to do so will result in intervention from the rental site.

YOUR CABIN CONTAINS:
~Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling with king bed; en suite bathroom with a private deck entrance and seating overlooking the creek. The creek will provide your lullaby!
~Another Master Bedroom, with Queen bed, a twin trundle bed, and full bath connecting with a private deck entrance and seating overlooking creek.
A third bedroom with a queen bed is located downstairs along with a full bathroom. The downstairs can be accessed from the stairway in the house or has its own entrance to the outside.
The downstairs also has a TV room with a couch and second refrigerator for guests staying downstairs. The downstairs game room has a foosball table and a card table with chairs.
~Kitchen stocked with pantry items, spices, and a full range of kitchenware.
Electric stove, SS refrigerator/freezer.
~Laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer, plus a folding counter.
~Gathering/Living Room and private deck spanning the entire length of the backside of the cabin.
~Wood fireplace/stove and propane heat in living area; the master suite has electric heating in bedroom and bathroom.
Free high-speed internet & Wi-Fi (turn your Wi-Fi calling on)
~Flat Screen 65" HDTV fast fiber Broadband internet TV with and Dish Network Satellite TV with 200+ channels.
~Deck off Gathering Room with dining table, chairs, and multiple picnic tables to enjoy the fresh, cool, crisp mountain air.
~Board games, card decks, and a foosball table.
~Crystal clear drinking water from a private well. Please bring your travel water containers.
OUTDOOR AREAS:
Multiple decks and sitting areas.
~Chairs overlooking the creek and fireplace. Guests bring their own firewood for outside fires, check for fire bans
~Wrought iron dining table and chairs, picnic tables
~Private, gravel, off-road parking.
~Level terrain for children.
~Sitting area next to the creek along with a horseshoe pit!
~Convenience! (Within 5 minutes) of hot springs, swimming pool, hiking trails, jeep and ATV trails, restaurant, small grocery store, Cascade Waterfalls, Agnes Vaille Waterfalls, and horseback riding. You'll feel like you are in the Colorado wilderness with old growth trees surrounding the cabin, wildlife visiting the area, the creek, mountain views, starry night skies, and calm.

Hear the stream outside your bedroom window. Wake up with a cup of coffee on the front porch and watch the sun reflect off the magnificent Chalk Cliffs below Mt. Princeton. Relax on the back deck and see the shadows fall over crystal clear Chalk Creek. All these wonderful activities are available (and many, many more) to you and your family at Aspen Grove.

Chaffee County License No.005370
As per our license with Chaffee County, this house is not an appropriate destination for events such as weddings or large parties. Small gatherings that are respectful of the neighbors and neighborhood are acceptable as long as the maximum number does not exceed 6 guests on the reservation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
At this time we do not have a crib
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets not allowed to stay in the house unattended
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used beds unmade
Turn thermostats to 50
Leave any unopened food or beverages in the refrigerator if you are unable to transport.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets not to be left unattended in house. Please contact host if you are bringing a crate and using it, NO smoking or vaping is permitted on property.
All guests/pets must be listed on the reservation, if not disclosed we reserve the right to evict guest, all monies will be forfeited.
By reserving the Aspen Grove, you agree to the specific rules for the hot tub outlined in the Rental/Hot Tub Agreement.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2312597vb
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
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
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

Nathrop

Located in Nathrop, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Buena Vista Heritage Museum and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Nathrop, CO

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • St. Elmo - 25 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Buena Vista River Park - 27 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 33 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary Murphy Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mary Murphy Steak House - Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aspen Grove - the trees are changing color! located?

This family-friendly Nathrop cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of San Isabel National Forest and Agnes Vaille Falls. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2026
Wayland, you were great guests! We are glad everything was 5star! Please visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2026
Jeremy, we are glad your stay was enjoyable! Sorry we did not have availability for your request for your next stay, we are hoping are days will match up in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The view is breathtaking but you get so much more room than you realize, the hot tub is amazing and their is a wilderness scenic view right across the street couldn't have found a better place to vacation, would come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a spacious, clean and well equipped cabin. It has everything you need to enjoy a family vacation. It is close to so many fun things to do…river rafting, Jeep/ATV trails, hiking trails, hot springs, Royal Gorge, Salida, Buena Vista. This cabin also has a hot tub and fireplace for you to enjoy as well as the creek running behind the cabin. We sat on the deck in the morning with our coffee and watched the creek with the beautiful mountains behind it. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2026
Gena, we enjoyed hosting you and your family. It was nice to see you enjoy all the activities around the area. We are glad you took the time to also enjoy the peace and serenity of the cabin! We would love to have you visit again! ChalkCreekCanyon.com
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
The views were amazing and the cabin was close to hiking trails. The cabin was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2026
Jennifer, we are so glad you came to stay at the Aspen Grove. Chalk Canyon has so many hidden gems from lakes, to waterfalls, to trails and wildlife!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay! The cabin had everything we needed, with beautiful views and plenty of peace and quiet. We brought our teenage son and two dogs, and it was a wonderful getaway for the whole family.The hot tub was phenomenal, especially at night. On a clear evening, the view of the Milky Way from the hot tub was incredible and definitely one of the highlights of our stay.Communication was great, and everything went smoothly. We also spent some time fishing for trout at nearby Chalk Lake and had a blast. If you enjoy fishing, bring some butter worms. The trout loved them!Beautiful location, relaxing atmosphere, and a great place to unplug and enjoy the mountains. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! This cabin was perfect for our family and had everything we needed for a wonderful mountain getaway. Morning coffee on the porch watching the creek and mountains was perfection! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2026
Shayna, we are so glad your family came to enjoy our peace of heaven, there is no better way to enjoy a cup of morning coffee! We can't wait to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our adventures, responsive host, and a clean, wonderful house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2026
Hi Jeff! We are so glad you enjoyed Aspen Grove, please come visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great atmosphere!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2025
We were so glad to share the cabin with you! Please come up and enjoy the cabin, the canyon, and peace again. Chalkcreekcanyon.com
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and perfect setting. Creek right out the back lends for relaxed enjoyment with he sound of water passing by. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2025
We so enjoyed having your family stay at Aspen Grove! Thank you for taking such good care of the property, we can’t wait for you to visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with nice layout and well-equipped kitchen. We particularly enjoyed the hot tub, the easy to use tv, and the location across from a wildlife viewing area. Thanks fr a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
John, so glad you enjoyed the Aspen Grove. We hope you will visit again. ChalkCreekCanyon, Managers
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Paradise

Great cabin very close to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2025
We are glad you had a 5 Star stay. The cabin is not far from either Buena Vista or Salida, the nearest towns, yet wow, you have privacy, and peace and quiet!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place and great hosts

This cabin was in a wonderful location with breathtaking views. Very clean and accommodating. The hosts were very friendly and had great communication. Would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2025
It is always a pleasure to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect offroad base camp

Perfectly located for all forms of offroad/outdoor activities yet close enough to town. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2025
John, we enjoyed having you and your family visit! Thank you for your kind review, we would like to invite you back anytime! Chalkcreekcanyon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break 2025

Beautiful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2025
Mark, we are so glad you had a 5-Star stay. The seasons are wonderful and we have water flowing and baby wildlife visiting, springtime! Please come visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Could not be better

Nice, comfortable, well-appointed cabin in basically perfect location. Plenty of room to spread out for the 4 of us. Hosts very much wanted us to have a good stay, and they certainly delivered.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
David, we are so glad we were able to provide you and your guests with a perfect location! Please come visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful wooded property and really nice log cabin home with all the amenities. Enjoyed seeing deer in our front yard, and listening to the babbling creek!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed the wildlife, the creek and the cabin! Please come see us again, each season has it's beauty!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the location

We had a great time. Loved the deer coming in the area and being so close to the viewing area. It was great to be centrally located up to the trails,to the lakes, and to the hot springs
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2023
We are so glad you came to visit! Thank you for being such an awesome guest and caring for our home! All the seasons are unique with fun things to do! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break

Very restful trip to the hot springs
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2023
Sue we are glad you came to Chalk Creek for spring break, come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation Spot

We had a great time with our kids and grandkids while there. The place worked out perfectly and wonderful the creek was right there as our one grandson loves to fish. Hiking close by and we went white water rafting and ziplining close by as well. Great place would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2023
So glad you enjoyed the house and the many things to do in the area! Please come visit again you were wonderful guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breath taking views

Perfect mountain cabin definitely worth a revisit
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2023
David, what a wonderful time of year to visit, of course every season is unique! Can't wait for you to visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place for a family

It was perfect! Beautiful location, nice rooms, and well- equipped. We were 4 adults. It was great for games, relaxing, very close to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs, and near beautiful hikes. We didn't go to the Hot Springs, because the cabin comes with an excellent hot tub, which was sparkling clean. Loved this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
Marty, we are so glad you had a 5-Star stay! We work hard on keeping the property clean and well maintained. Come sit in our hot tub anytime, "the mountains are calling!" We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Beautiful Home with a Creek and Wildlife

We enjoyed our 4 night stay immensely. This property was just what we needed to slow down and just breathe. Quality time spent in pure tranquility.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2023
Amanda, I think the canyon spreads tranquility, we are so glad you had time to just be. Thank you for coming to visit, come again, each season brings something different!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful. site

This lovely log home sits near the gentle stream surrounded by aspen and deer. Once a private home, it is accomodating, quiet, great for groups. The nearby National Forest offers beauty and sport.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2023
Thank you for visiting! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout was excellent for our family of five, with three bedrooms and bathrooms. The bed configuration worked perfectly for the room with a child. Each room had direct access to the outside, allowing us to enjoy the porch with the stream flowing or watch the deer in the front yard. The location was ideal for leaf peeping in St. Elmo and accessing the 4x4 trails in the Ute Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2025
Tara, we are so glad you and your family came for a visit! Thanks for being great guest! Come again! Chalkcreekcanyon.

About the host

Hosted by ChalkCreekCanyon.com 18720 County Road 162, Nathrop, CO 719-499-0045

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Why they chose this property

The cabin is located on the creek and next to the wildlife viewing area. This provides opportunity to enjoy viewing the wildlife. It is also away from the hustle and just SO relaxing.

What makes this property unique

A creek in the backyard.
A wood burning stove/fireplace.
Close enough to anything you might need but far enough away to enjoy peace.

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