This 1100 sq. foot farm guest house has incredible indoor/outdoor views of the Sangre De Cristo mountains and Great Sand Dunes. Located only 24 miles from the Great Sand Dunes and its Internationally Designated Dark Skies star gazing is incredible from the deck. Located 1 mile from Colorado Gators Reptile Park and 9 min. from an indoor/outdoor Sand Dunes Hot Springs that's open year round. Other attractions include Zapata Falls, the Rio Grande River, 1 hour from Monarch Ski or Wolf Creek Ski.
From the living room and deck you have a view of the Sand Dunes. This place is located on a farm circle. Sometimes there are purple flowering potato plants and sometimes there are cattle on the circle depending on the farming situation. From the kitchen and primary bedroom windows or from the bench provided on the north side of the entry door, you can see the beautiful Colorado sunsets. Located not far from the international dark sky park the milky way can be seen with the naked eye on clear nights. A telescope is provided for those that want a closer look. The house is very well insulated so you will have a quiet and peaceful sleep.
The guest house has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, a large mud room/laundry room. The kitchen dining and living room are an open concept. The dining table seats 6 and there is a breakfast bar with 3 stools. Living room has two comfortable sofas and an ottoman.
Primary Bedroom- Has a queen-sized bed, and a twin XL. It has its own private bathroom with jetted tub, enclosed shower and large walk-in closet and a bonus closet. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided. In the walk-in closet, you will find hangers, drawers, a pack n play, high chair, cot, telescope, box fan, clothing drying rack and ironing board. No bedding for the pack in play is provided. Lots of extra blankets and pillows are in the closet beside the twin XL bed. This room also has a dedicated work space which includes a desk, an office chair and a lamp with wireless phone charger.
2nd Bedroom- This room has 2 bunk beds and a trundle. In total there are 5 twin beds in this room. The bedding for the trundle is in the top of the closet where you will also find toys and a box fan.
Night stands in both bedrooms have touch lamps outlets and USB charging ports. Luggage racks are provided. Curtains are all room darkening and all windows have cordless cellular blinds. All the mattresses are less than a year old. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our unit and so we use white linens and towels.
2nd Bathroom – located off of the hallway is a bathroom with stand-up shower. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided. Extra towels and toilet paper are under the sink.
Kitchen- The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for full meal preparation, cooking and eating. Salt, pepper, spices, and oil are provided. Appliances are all new and include a dishwasher, gas range/oven, large refrigerator with ice cube trays in the freezer, microwave, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, blender, and mixer. There is a coffee/ tea bar, with a drip coffee maker with Keurig option, french press, pour over and electric kettle. Ground coffee is provided, as well as powdered creamer and sugar. Basic cleaning supplies and extra paper towels are under the sink. Extra trash bags and dish washer tabs are in the drawers
Make sure to bring your own food and drinks. The closest grocery store is 20 minutes away in Alamosa.
Entertainment- There is a 65" Roku smart TV. Streaming services not provided but you can log into your own account. The Roku channel does not require a login. There are also games, books and puzzles located below the TV and connect 4 on the wall. The Wifi is high speed and reliable.
Laundry room- HE washer and dryer with laundry detergent, iron (ironing board is in the master closet.) In the laundry room area and cabinets are pool noodles, pool toys, sunscreen, life vests, swim diapers, camping chairs, sand toys, a picnic blanket and a cooler bag.
Deck– Has dining table with an umbrella and chairs, a propane grill, benches and a propane fire pit. Please clean the grill after use.
Heating/ Cooling- It is rarely needed but we do have a portable swamp cooler capable of cooling the entire unit. There are ceiling fans in the rooms and box fans in the closets. Hot water baseboards provide heat during the colder months.
This is a non smoking/vaping unit. If you do choose to vape or smoke please do so outside and properly dispose of cigarette butts. There will be a fee if this rule is broken.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Mosca
Located in Mosca, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool and Pinyon Flats Campground are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Sand Dunes National Park and San Luis State Wildlife Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Colorado Gators Reptile Park, or check out an event or a game at Center Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Colorado Gators Reptile Park - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
Great Sand Dunes National Park - 14 min drive - 23.7 km
Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool - 17 min drive - 16.2 km
Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center - 30 min drive - 46.9 km
Zapata Falls - 35 min drive - 46.1 km
Getting around
Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
The Ruby Rose - Cafe & Micro Bakery - 4 min drive
Deb's Sand Castle Cafe - 4 min drive
The Steel Box Bar - 14 min drive
Mile Deep Grill - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?
As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway on 5 Apr, 2026 start from S$256, 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 Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway located?
This family-friendly Mosca holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Colorado Gators Reptile Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Great Sand Dunes National Park and San Luis State Wildlife Area. Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This location is great! It was the perfect spot for visiting the sand dunes and sand dunes recreation. We had 5 adults with us and there was just enough space. The kitchen is well stocked. We had everything we needed.
This property for our needs perfectly, was clean and well appointed and a perfect location. The hosts were welcoming and communicative.
Thanks for having us!
This was our second time staying at this property and it was a great fit for our family. Plenty of sleeping space, climbing dome outside, a fun jetted tub the kids still talk about, and great proximity to the sand dunes & alligator farm. The home is clean, spacious, and has nice quality furnishings. The hosts are very friendly & accommodating.
We had a short stay to visit the Sand Dunes which are about 30 minutes from the home. The host was very helpful and the home was stocked with fun games and toys my kids enjoyed. Great view from the back porch and perfect place to view the night sky
Great location for visiting Great Sand Dunes. Home is spacious.Great areas for sitting inside and outside. Would highly recommend this quiet place for visiting the park. Glad we found this place.
We enjoyed our time at this home. Every thing was cleaned. Kristen thinks of everything from lawn chairs to extra towels and bottle water. We enjoyed a wonderful stay.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The home was equipped with everything we needed, very spacious, clean and peaceful. We loved watching the stunning sunrise views over the mountains from the deck, stargazing from the swings, and exploring Great Sand Dunes NP, which was conveniently close by (less than 30 min drive). Kristen was very welcoming and responsive. Thanks for an awesome stay; we’d definitely come back!
We enjoyed our stay here. The lodging was super clean and had all the necessary kitchen supplies to make breakfast. The kids enjoyed the TV. They attached a Fire stick and played games. Wonderful visit!
Great property ! We loved it - super clean and well maintained ! Truly loved it - unfortunately it was a cloudy night so we couldn’t star gaze but didn’t take away from the experience at all - thank you for a great time !!!
Although we were only here one night, we found the rental to be very tidy, spacious, and well taken care of. It suited all our needs for the night. I wish we could’ve stayed longer because the stars were truly amazing. We recommend this VRBO!
This property was a nice place for down time after the day of adventuring. There was plenty of things to keep the kids busy. Also had some outdoor space which is always a plus. It was clean and comfortable.
The owners of this rental have thought of it all. The house has everything you need to make your stay feel like home, from cooking utensils to a Keurig/coffee pot to shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the bathrooms. My husband even commented that the owners were great hosts! We would stay here again.
Wonderful quiet property near the Great Sand Dunes. Great for late night dark skiy viewing.
julie C.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Shrinidhi H.
2 Sept, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Star gazing at night was great, nice mountain/ sand dunes view from the property. But cleanliness is only a concern, small bugs/flies inside the property. Water cooler was too noisy and lil stinky.
Shrinidhi H.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
Hi Shrinidhi,
I wanted to express my sincere apologies for any inconveniences you encountered during your stay. Please know that we take great care in ensuring our property is cleaned by professional staff after each visit. Given our rural location on a farm circle beyond city limits, we do face unique challenges in pest control, as the city doesn’t apply chemical treatments in this area. We strive to manage seasonal pests by placing fly sticks in discreet locations and providing a bug light at the entrance.
Regarding the swamp coolers, their damp smell might be unfamiliar, and I would have recommended utilizing the box fans we supply as an alternative.
About the host
Hosted by Kristen Henry
Our family of 5 has lived in Colorado for many, many years. We love to spend time outdoors hiking, fishing, swimming and exploring.
I love hosting so I can share the beauty of the area with other families. We know from experience that to have the best vacation everyone needs a good nights rest in a comfortable bed. I take pride in providing clean accommodations in a well stocked home where you don't have to spend a fortune on household supplies. I look forward to hosting YOUR stay!
Why they chose this property
The views here are incredible! The area is remote but easily accessible and not too far from town. We have plenty of space and privacy.
What makes this property unique
From the living room and deck you have a view of the Sand Dunes. This place is located on a farm circle. Sometimes there are purple flowering potato plants and sometimes there are cattle on the circle depending on the farming situation. From the kitchen and primary bedroom windows or from the bench provided on the north side of the entry door, you can see the beautiful Colorado sunsets. Located not far from the international dark sky park the milky way can be seen with the naked eye on clear nights. A telescope is provided for those that want a closer look. The house is very well insulated so you will have a quiet and peaceful sleep.
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