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Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Property grounds
Dining
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cañon City, CO
  • Place, Royal Gorge Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Temple Canyon Park
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge

This cozy retreat is perched on the rim of the Royal Gorge, overlooking America's highest suspension bridge. Watch the sunset over the Sangre de Cristo mountains from this 1,500 square foot house positioned high above the Arkansas River.

Your group or family can spread out in the three bedrooms, two baths, and enjoy the large fireplace, panoramic views, open dining area, and secluded outdoor patio. A full kitchen is at your disposal with included spices, coffee, tea and sugar. A propane BBQ grill is available right outside the kitchen door.

Guest access
The lodge is located outside of the Bridge attraction so guests are free to come and go as they please.
Check-in is inside the Visitor Center.
Guests receive free admission to the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park during their stay.
After hours check-in is at the Ranger post at the North end of the Visitor Center.

Extensive hiking and biking trails are a short walk from the house. There is ample parking.

Dogs are welcome. Pet fee applies if you have more than 2.
Do not leave dogs unattended inside or outside the house. Be aware that the area has cactus!
Please pick up and dispose of waste.

Wifi is available, however this is a remote location and some US carriers do not have sufficient coverage is this area. AT&T and Verizon work best here. Other carriers, specifically T-Mobile, do not.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
$50 for extra dog limited to 3 in total
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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 remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 deadlock

About the area

Canon City

Located in Canon City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Royal Gorge Bridge and Tunnel Drive are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cañon City, CO

What's nearby

  • Royal Gorge Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum of Colorado Prisons - 25 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center - 26 min drive - 21.7 km
  • The Winery At Holy Cross Abbey - 31 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Temple Canyon Park - 31 min drive - 16.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Boudreauxs Bbq - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Arkansas River and Royal Gorge Bridge. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Tunnel Drive are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the fully equipped kitchen. Loved the peacefulness and ability to hike from the property. Got out of my comfort zone and experienced the bridge walk and gondola. Was super excited to see a ringtail! Appreciated the cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

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

Amazing Location and Views

Extraordinary in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Family Excursion

This home and location is beautiful. I loved the floor plan. In fact, so much, if I build a home, I will try to emulate this layout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Indescribable Views

Rim of Royal Gorge home is amazing! We are an active family, and we could sit and look at the incredible view, out the windows and sitting in the chairs in the deck, all day long! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korine U.

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

Royal Gorge

Amazing views! Very comfortable and relaxing for my family. Enjoyed the Gorge and Santa Express Train. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to cook wonderful meals. Nice air fryer was an added touch. It was great that it was pet friendly. One of the most spectacular stays we have ever had. Cannot top the views. I have no words to describe the beauty. The place was super clean and beautiful. It had everything we needed and then some. Stay couldn't have been any better. We HIGHLY recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

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

Excellent

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Spacious/views

Long weekend with family, views of Royal Gorge, Royal Gorge Park, big horn sheep, winery, and the train. Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey K.

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

Amazing!

Everything was amazing. The property is stunning! A minor hiccup at check-in and the host was immediately responsive and rectified it! We stay at a LOT of VRBOs and this one ranks up with the best! Communication, cleanliness, LOCATION - all perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn O.

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

Perfect

Exactly what our family paid for, wanted, and needed!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy E.

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

Breathtaking views, open floor plan

Family trip to Royal Gorge. Loved being able to walk to the gorge from the house. Outside deck is awesome, full wall of windows provide great views of the Royal Gorge. Kitchen is well stocked!! Would definitely go back and highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Can't be beat

The pictures don't do this place justice. Gorgeous home right on the rim of the canyon. Its a one of a kind gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

A One-of-a-Kind Experience

This place is absolutely incredible. Pics don't do it justice. You are the ONLY house within the Royal Gorge. And the view is simply spectacular. There is TONS of space in the common area which was great for our group. The kitchen was fully stocked and beyond (loved the tea and coffee setup :). Probably the best communication and hospitality from any VRBO host I've ever had. Gail went out of her way to make sure our stay was memorable and the rangers that we worked with to get access to the house were so kind and accommodating. We can't wait to book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell A.

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

Bighorn lodge Aldridge review

Would definitely stay there again. My only complaint was the lack of a communication channel to resolve questions regarding the property. One othe issue, the closets in the master bedroom(carpeted room) were locked and there was no place to hang clothes in this room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

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

Beautiful views, very special stay

It was beautiful and spacious, one of the most special and unique stays. The fireplace is huge and really nice. The windows are amazing. Very impressed. A bonus that it is pet friendly and we could bring our dog along. This is actually owned by the Royal Gorge and the only property within the park - makes you feel like a VIP! You get free entrance into the park. Stayed here with my family for my husband's 30th birthday and enjoyed ziplining, via ferrata, the train, and more. Definitely reccommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FANTASTIC!What a wonderful way to visit the Royal Gorge & surrounding area. Nothing better then staying right at the park! The views were AMAZING! Plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Our host was very responsive and everyone was very friendly & helpful.We will be back next year.THANK YOU!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth U.

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

Adult Sibling Vacay!

We selected this lodge for our stay and were not disappointed. The views are fantastic, the wildlife was amazing, and the location could not be beat. Three siblings and spouses, total of six guests, staying for 5 days. We used the Lodge as our home base as we explored the area. It was everything we needed and more. The home was clean and comfortable. Could have used a few more kitchen items but we made it work just fine. I highly recommend this to all.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

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

Fantastic Location and Lodge!

The Lodge is well equipped and the check in was easy! The views are fantastic and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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