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Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres

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Come stay at our relaxing carriage house.
Let the dogs play!
Pond and farm views.
Cook, dine, and entertain in this stylish and functional kitchen.
Come put your feet up on our chaise lounge.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fruita, CO
  • Place, Family Health West
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Colorado National Monument
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Colorado Mesa University
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres

Welcome to Carriage House!

+ Bring the whole family. This is a dog-friendly home, with a maximum of two dogs! Please note this is a shared/unfenced lot, and the neighboring home also has dogs.
+ Feel free to use the garage to store your bike or other biking equipment (not for vehicles). The garage is shared storage with the owner. If you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
+ Relax with a 65" flat-screen smart TV and Wi-Fi access for your favorite streaming apps.
+ Large dining table that doubles as a desk or workspace.
+ Bright and cheerful living room with 2 comfy, deep-cushioned couches.
+ Patio dining with an umbrella, BBQ grill, fire pit, and amazing views of the Colorado National Monument.
+ High-speed Wi-Fi Internet.
+ Refrigerated air conditioning system and efficient heating system.
+ Full-size washer and dryer.
+ Spacious kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator with ice/water, microwave, ceramic stove, oven, full-size coffee maker, Keurig, toaster, dishes, wine glasses, pots & pans, silverware, spices, coffee, and filters to get you started — plus paper towels, trash bags, dish detergents, and more.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms:
+ The master bedroom has a queen bed, closet storage, and a full ensuite bathroom! It includes a toilet, double sinks, and a step-in shower!
+ The living room has a queen sofa sleeper.
+ The convenient half-bath has a toilet and sink.

Location, Location, Location!
+ Just 1 mile to downtown Fruita for small-town shopping, summer concerts, farmers' markets, festivals, restaurants, pubs, breweries, a large chain grocery store, and a new recreation center with a pool and hot tubs. Only 6 miles to the iconic Fruita mountain biking area of the North Fruita Desert Area (aka 18 Road) and just 8 miles to the famous Kokopelli Trailheads.

5-Star Standards with Visit Fruita!
+ This home is professionally cleaned for your arrival. The kitchen will have a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven with a full-size coffee maker/Keurig combo, dishes, wine glasses, pots & pans, and silverware. Plus, spices, coffee & filters, paper towels, trash bags, and dish detergents to get you started! Bedrooms include new mattresses, high thread count bedding, down-alternative comforters, fluffy pillows, and extra blankets. The bathrooms have towels, washcloths, plus toiletries to get you started, including toilet paper, facial tissue, bar and hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fruita

Located in Fruita, this holiday home is in the city centre. Adobe Creek National Golf Course and Regal Canyon View are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Canyon View Park and Bananas Fun Park. Western Colorado Center for the Arts and Western Colorado Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fruita, CO

What's nearby

  • Family Health West - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Colorado National Monument - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Canyon View Park - 11 min drive - 16.1 km
  • St Mary's Medical Center - 16 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Colorado Mesa University - 17 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Station - 17 min drive
  • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik #400 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Base Camp Provisions - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres?

As of 11 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres on 1 Jun, 2026 start from S$232, 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 Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Carriage: Trailside Patio Paradise on 5 Acres located?

Located in the heart of Fruita, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center, Family Health West and Colorado Welcome Center. Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial and Dinosaur Journey are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

L D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a veey quiet area. Dog friendly and excellent communication. Easy access to Grand Junction/Western Slope.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Great location and view

Fun location and great view of the monument. Quiet and private, well maintained property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

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

Great views!

I enjoyed my stay here and the views are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Fruita stay

Nice location for riding 18 road and the Kokopelli trails. Lots of yard for dog to roam, A great stay for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M.

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

Quiet Vacation

Nice property far enough away from town to enjoy a country feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana R.

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

Doggie wonderland

This is a very special property and feels so open, comforting and inviting. My dog, Harper met the owner's dogs 9 and 10 and they enjoyed playing together. There is a wonderful easy walking trail behind the property and the ponds are so wonderful to swim in whether you are human or dog! I'm grateful to have stayed here and in fact cancelled my initial plans and booked an additional week because I loved it so much!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

great property!

plenty of room for the pets to stretch their legs!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Avrom F.

Perfect spot!

Great location, awesome views - bring your pitching wedge, there's great chipping right on the lawn outside the door (flag provided as target)!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Lori L., Oklahoma City OK

Delightful and secluded

Just a delightful secluded ambiance!! We really enjoyed staying there. I hope to come back again and stay here. It’s really close to the Monument and close to everything we wanted to do in grand junction.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

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

Perfect location

Very private and lots of room for pups to play, we’ll be back. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Peaceful carriage house

The carriage house was so peaceful and homey. It was definitely a perfect place to lay back and relax. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location near it all!

Perfect spot for a break from the action, while having full access to all the area has to offer. Secluded and private with plenty of room for the pups to enjoy a good romp. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

Very nice place to stay with beautiful views!

We loved staying here rather than a hotel. Very relaxing and peaceful. Great place to take our dogs with us as well. Really nice setup and very clean. Would stay again! Would just bring our own coffee mugs, as the ones they had were really small ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Fruita is a hidden jem!

The property was absolutely perfect for our 3 night stay with our dogs. Great location, about 1 mile from town. We walk a lot and the dogs thoughly enjoyed themselves. What a property, grass for days. Highlight of the trip was the Farmers Market on Sat am. Great people and wnderful energy. Would stay here again in a min!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for 17 days while my husband was hunting and it was just excellent. The area and town of Fruita are adorable. The property sits right on one of the walking paths making it easy to hop on. The whole area. Is very walkable and the people are very nice. The farmers market in Fruita is an absolute gem and Im sad to have only gone twice. Everyone wants to chat, its a special little place. The property was perfect for our needs, while I didnt realize the owners lived on site and that the shared garage meant other people would be there daily...it didnt matter at all. The owners and dogs are so kind and dogs well.behaved they were all a pleasure to be around. The dogs LOVED the pond. The bed runs hot and the pillows are just ok but the place had everything we needed. So wonderful and very safe feeling.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

chad t.

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

Peace and Quiet!

We absolutely loved our stay at the carriage house, it was so nice and cozy and with the lush green grass right outside our door made for a wonderful play area for our pup. We did not want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Beautiful Private Property

We loved the property and the carriage house. Our kids rode the paved bike trail next to the house. Loved seeing cows out the back window, and we could not smell them. The proximity to the Monument is a huge plus, and we enjoyed downtown Fruita which was only a few minutes away
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

michelle k.

FUN IN FRUITA

The Location was awesome, the lodging was well appointed and CLEAN. Not to mention dog friendly, may no one take advantage of that!!! It was so precious and we appreciated it so much. - Kerby's PARK CITY, UT
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M., Steamboat Springs, CO

Nice property, would definitely return!

We enjoyed our stay at this rental property. It was great for dogs, as they had plenty of room to run. It was also conveniently located near the center of town--about 1.5 miles. The kitchen was well-equipped and although we didn't make dinner there, it would be easy to do so. The only thing missing is a coffee grinder.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie G., Crested Butte, Colorado

Top Notch!

We have stayed at the Carriage House several times - we enjoy the quiet nature of the property, the views, the large lawn to play with the dog, and appreciate how clean and comfortable it always is. It is always easy to store the bikes, and we love the outdoor seating for meals. We don't watch a lot of TV, but like the new set-up (with the TV lower). We feel like it is a home away from home!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Our 2nd amazing visit.

This was our second stay here as a home base while visiting relatives in the area. Everything is beautiful here. The views of Colorado National Monument are outstanding. Sitting on the front porch to watch the sunrise, sunset, or the night sky is a vacation all by itself. The house itself is extremely comfortable, well designed, and well equipped. Our dog loves roaming the large fenced-in acreage. The setting is peaceful, quiet, private, and secure. Mike and Kristy are wonderful to work with. This property is especially good for people with dogs, and would also be great for disabled guests as the house has no steps and is wheel-chair friendly. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

Teri L.

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

Relaxing

Absolutely fantastic stay! This property is the perfect getaway for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy sunrises and sunsets. The views were simply stunning, providing the perfect backdrop for morning coffee and evening relaxation. The outdoor seating area was an ideal spot to take in the natural beauty, and the tranquil surroundings made it easy to forget the hustle and bustle of daily life. The house itself was spotless and well-appointed, with all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the living spaces were cozy and inviting. Our dogs had a great time too! The property is very pet-friendly, with plenty of space for them to run around and explore. It was such a relief to find a place that welcomes dogs with open arms. Overall, I can't recommend this place enough. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a base for outdoor adventures, this Vrbo rental has it all. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place. Some issues

Home great and location awesome. We were disappointed that the owners dogs were out 2x and we had to bring our dogs in as they came over to our rental area and on 1 occasion came after our dogs! Also watering great for grass but often so wet we were walking in water and at times limited our activities. We decided to leave a day earlier after several people came in to common garage attached to our rental. We were given access to garage but not comfortable with fact that 3 people accessed on the rental property without any notice to us. Felt unsafe due to access issues! Very disappointed in Communication related to former. ! Joani
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan F., Denver, CO

A wonderful escape

It is interesting reading the previous reviews and seeing how the owners responded by making improvements. We laughed at the comment about the TV -- it is no longer 12 feet in the air, but it gets only a handful of channels and, yes, we agree, you are not supposed to be watching TV here. By day you are exploring -- we golfed at Redlands Mesa one day, journeyed to Montrose to play the Bridges another day, and caught two national parks along the way. Staying here, you are 10 minutes from Colorado National Monument, which is not to be missed -- and thank you to Kristy for filling us in on that. If you don't want to hike you can simply drive the rim road in a leisurely couple of hours. At the end of your activities, you come "home" to a completely stocked kitchen and gas grill, hopefully to dine al fresco on the locally sourced food (beef, corn, peaches, yum!) and wine (Two Rivers, also only about 15 minutes from the house) you have picked up along the way. With no TV you can hear cows and birds, maybe a rooster. We loved our stay and hope to return for a longer one.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

laurie l., Muskegon, MI

CLEAN, MODERN, SPACIOUS PROPERTY, PRIVATE

This was the second time we stayed at this property, so that says a lot right there. The description of the property and location is 100% accurate. Coming from a very disappointing stay in Estes Park, this property was a welcome relief. It has modern appliances that all work. There is a great deal of privacy and no noise from any other houses. You can hear a rooster crow and some horses - it is wonderful. There is a running/cycling/multi-use path right by the property. The view out the front window is the Colorado National Monument. The bedding is good. The air conditioning is good. We did not cook there but it is a well equipped kitchen if you want to do that. There are two bathrooms , a bedroom and a sleeper couch in the living room. We actually drove to Moab from this location along a beautiful road and went to Canyonlands from this location as well. Grand Junction is an interesting city as well with lots of restaurants and activities. This property is a suitable location for lots of outdoor activities as well and is very mountain bike friendly . I would stay here again without a second thought and recommend this location to anyone. Try Pablo's pizza in Grand Junction if you go.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

About the host

Hosted by Kristy and Mike Driver

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Kristy and Mike have been providing property management services for luxury properties for the past 30 years. We fell in love with the Fruita area because of it's year round sunshine and abundance of outdoor activities. Our goal is to make your stay with us 5 stars!

Why they chose this property

We built the Guest House in 2008 on 5 acres of property just outside of the Fruita City limits. The home is perfectly situated to maximize the views of the Colorado National Monument. We enjoy the wide open space, no neighbors and yet just 5 minute drive to town. The houses are surrounded by green grass all summer and makes the hot summers feel cooler.

What makes this property unique

Spread out on five private acres with Monument views, a fire-pit patio, BBQ, fast Wi-Fi, smart TV, full kitchen, bikes, and pet-friendly space—just minutes from the Colorado National Monument and top trails.

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