Welcome to Blue Bottle Trout Camp— Your private riverside Paradise. This home is a fly fisher's dream tucked away in the small town of Howard, Colorado. This isn't just a vacation rental; it's your gateway to some of the most legendary trout waters in the country. Step out your door and into 1/3 mile of exclusive Arkansas River access. Your own private stretch of gold medal waters. No crowds, no competition, just you and the fish. Not enough? Miles of public fishing waters are literally a short walk away. Head upstream into the dramatic Bighorn Sheep Canyon, or explore downstream on CR 45. The Arkansas River is your playground. Not a Fisher? No Problem! You're surrounded by jaw-dropping peaks. Whether you're into hiking, biking, rafting, or just soaking in hot springs, you're positioned perfectly for every Arkansas River Valley adventure. This is basecamp for all your Colorado dreams. https://www.bluebottletroutcamp.com/
This home offers: ~Newly remodeled, 1500 square foot home & 490 square foot cottage with queen size bed and full bath ~4 Bedrooms (3 in main house + 1 in cottage) 1 King bed, 3 Queen beds ~Sleeper sofa in the main house ~Back Deck with river and mountain views ~Horseshoe Pit ~Firepit ~Smart TV with Starlink & streaming ~1 well behaved dog is allowed** ~Owner does have outside monitors in place- Please do not touch/adjust cameras. Failure to respect house rules will result in cancellation at cost to the guest. ~This home DOES NOT have air conditioning.
**Over occupancy of pets will result in an additional $150 being charged. Please respect the wishes of the owners, who are graciously allowing one pet.
All Pinon homes are "vacation ready" with a fully appointed kitchen, towels and linens. Hand, dish and shower soaps are provided, as well as toilet paper, trash bags, paper towels, salt and pepper, coffee filters and laundry soap.
Pinon Vacation Rentals provides guest support from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm.
All guests are responsible for reading Welcome Book “Check-In and Check-Out instructions.
~Acceptance of the terms of the Rental Agreement and all Rental Policies is ASSUMED at the time of reservation. 24 to 48 hours before arrival, check-in instructions will be sent to guest.
**This home is rented for personal vacation use only. Any other use including large gatherings or parties is not allowed. Renters must abide by all rental terms and policies, as well as all local applicable property covenants, restrictions, regulations and laws. Any evidence of smoking, use of firearms, driving ATV's other than in the driveway as access only, unapproved pets, unauthorized use of property grounds, damage resulting from violation of rental policies, and/or excessive mess may result in charges up to $3000.00 to the Guest's credit card on file, as authorized by Guest's approval of the terms of the Rental Agreement.
Reservations may be canceled more than 30 days prior to check-in with full refund. 14 to 29 days prior to arrival 50% refund. No refunds will be issued after this cut-off date for any reason. No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions, spotty internet service or interruption of service.
**Trip Cancellation and Travel Insurance Available for purchase on booking page
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About the area
Howard
Located in Howard, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Art Matters Gallery & Studio and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Arkansas River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Riverside Park - 17 min drive - 20.3 km
Salida Golf Club - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
Monarch Ski Area - 50 min drive - 60.6 km
Restaurants
Dusty Rose Roadhouse - 12 min drive
Howard’s Cafe - 12 min drive
Riverview Cafe - 12 min drive
Eggie Acres - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly?
As of 17 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly on 27 Oct, 2026 start from S$928, 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 River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is River Frontage • Firepit • Pet-Friendly located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. San Isabel National Forest and Art Matters Gallery & Studio 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.
The overall experience from finding the property online through check-out was extremely pleasant with no issues. The property was immaculate and the location was pristine. It was a short drive to Monarch Mountain also. All of us had a wonderful stay.
Everything about this home and the entire experience renting it was well beyond exceptional. A newly renovated home with top-of the-line furnishing in a beautiful historic river setting made our family Thanksgiving gathering one to remember. Thanks to Pinon Vacation Rentals for accommodating our every request. The freshly snow-capped mountain views from the house were the perfect bonus.
Mary D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec, 2024
Thank you, Mary! We are happy you enjoyed your time at Blue Bottle Trout Camp and Cottage! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
The home felt very luxurious but still rustic. It had amenities that I would expect at a hotel or resort. My spouse, our 3 kids, my parents and I stayed in the main house. My aunt and uncle stayed in the cabin. Overall perfect for our family. My aunt and uncle could easily join us for meal but still escape the noise from the kids.
Overall very happy with the stay and experience. My only complaint is it is posted fly fishing only on the property, which was not very clear in the online description. We like to fish with spinner rods and lures on occasion, which once we got there we learned was not allowed. You can still walk up the canyon and fish public areas so it wasn’t a huge deal.
Matthew F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2025
Hey there Matthew. We will look over the description and listing to make sure that this is more clear before booking. We are happy that you still had a great stay.
We just stayed four nights at the Blue Bottle Trout Camp and Cottage and we had a wonderful time. The home was immaculate, comfortable and well-stocked. The proximity to the river made it easy to try our hand at fly fishing just a few steps away. It's closer to town than the listing shows - only about a 15-minute drive into Salida. This made it convenient while still being out in the country and away from traffic. The skies were clear and the stargazing was an added plus. Would definitely return. Pinon Management was super-helpful and responsive to our needs and questions too. Highly recommend them as well.
Scott M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin P.
10 Apr, 2026
Kevin P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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