Buena Vista Retreat: Steps To Arkansas River!

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A lodge with a wooden deck overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and mountains.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a round table and chairs, and a small seating area with a bench.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a red armchair.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, red chairs, and a leather ottoman.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a staircase, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Arkansas River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, CO
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cottonwood Hot Springs
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this holiday home is on a river. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. Take some time off to enjoy the hot springs and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking and hunting nearby.
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Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Isabel National Forest - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 56 min drive - 64.4 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cool River Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gunsmoke Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buena Viking - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Buena Vista Retreat: Steps To Arkansas River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buena Vista Retreat: Steps To Arkansas River!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Buena Vista Retreat: Steps To Arkansas River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buena Vista Retreat: Steps To Arkansas River!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Buena Vista Retreat: Steps To Arkansas River! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Buena Vista River Park and Buena Vista Heritage Museum are also within 2 miles (3 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. 113 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Best Rental Property in BV

We had an amazing time in this wonderful home located near downtown Buena Vista, CO. and right on the river…tucked away with beautiful views and accommodations. We went to see the fall foliage and enjoy the dryer, cooler weather and Colorado delivered! This was our second stay at the Riversong and we look forward to the next one. The hosts take great pride in their property and it shows!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2026
Wow! What a wonderful review. Thank you. And we are so thrilled you returned to RiverSong after a number of years ... 2019? We will look forward to another visit. So glad the Colorado weather was cooperative. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply fantastic. This home is beautiful, top to bottom, with unique offerings that make it magical. The best are large and extremely comfortable. Cannot wait to return...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Host was excellent and a great communicator. Recommend this property to anyone looking for a fabulous Colorado vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for great review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the property and had a fabulous Colorado vacation. It means a lot to know the communication and overall experience stood out, and we're grateful you'd recommend it to others.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location. It was lovely to hear the water from the river each night falling asleep. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad the location stood out and that the sound of the river made for such a relaxing night's sleep. It's one of our favorite things about this spot too, and we're happy you got to enjoy it. We appreciate you sharing your experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved RiverSong. The hosts were exceptional at communicating and the check in and check out process were very easy. The property is one of a kind and the location is inspiring. It is extremely clean and perfectly appointed.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2026
We're so glad you loved RiverSong. It means a lot to hear that communication, check-in, and check-out all went smoothly, and that you found the property clean, well-appointed, and the location inspiring. We appreciated your communication, as well! Thank you for sharing such kind feedback, we hope you return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home with everything we needed. Perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2026
So glad you enjoyed RiverSong! Thank you for your wonderful review, we appreciate it very much. And we will let our amazing cleaning team know how much you appreciated their efforts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic place. I have been traveling with Arbnb and VRBO for 20 years and this place was by far one of my favorite all time rentals. You will love it!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2026
Thank you for such a glowing review and from such a seasoned traveler! We love it when our guests love RiverSong :) Happy travels and do come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
360 degree views were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed our special place on the river with Mt. Princeton in the background. The views are pretty wonderful! We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home, very well designed. It's spaces feel intimate and cozy but with plenty of room. Lots of small touches that really make it feel like a home. The kitchen had everything we needed to make all of our meals there. We loved spending time on the decks, listening to the sounds of the river, watching birds in the morning and watching stars at night. We spent a lot of time on the sand beach with the kids and they had the best time. The description notes an arcade/game room. There's a room that has some board games, but calling it a game room is misleading.It was a magical place! My family can't wait to go back and spend more time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

Beautiful home with high end amenities with a gorgeous view of the river and mountains!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

The views, house, smallest details, everything was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

The cabin is beautiful right on the river. The sound of the river is calming and relaxing. Beautiful place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love Buena Vista

We had a wonderful late-summer stay in BV at this beautiful home. So many outdoor activities to enjoy ,highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2024
From the owner: "Jeanne, thank you so much for your review! Late summer is one of the loveliest times to be on the river and in the area. We are glad you had a wonderful stay at RiverSong and Buena Vista!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay in BV

House and location were great. House was clean and ready upon arrival. Excellent kitchen and dining setup. Decks and river access are top notch. Fun location with hiking, close to town and easy to get too.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for the great review, Clint! So thrilled you had a wonderful stay. Do come again."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful, right on the Arkansas River, with great views out of every window! The homeowners were very responsive. They clearly love and enjoy their home, and wanted to be sure we did too. We did!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2026
Yay! You came at a great time of year, too. Thank you for taking such good care of our home during your stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Most awesome place to stay!

We have stayed at this place a couple of times now. We love it. It is very relaxing setting on the deck and listening to the river rush by. The rooms are great, very clean. Can't say enough about it. We would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Rochelle, We LOVE return guests! And we are thrilled to have you back. Thank you so much for your review, we do take pride in making sure RiverSong is clean with all amenities for our guests. We look forward to seeing you again. :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The PERFECT House & Stay - EXCELLENT LOCATION

We really enjoyed our stay. The amount of outdoor seating with views of the river/mountains along with all of the interior amenities were fabulous. It was very convenient to head into downtown BV each day, or even walk into town for breakfast. Wonderful host with a very helpful guide on the area and things to do. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easiest, loveliest home stay☀️

Communication with guest contact was stellar, home was exactly what we needed. So easy and wonderful. Riversong couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely house with beautiful decks

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the RiverSong property in Buena Vista! The accommodations were very comfortable and convenient to town. The decks were fantastic to relax on and just listen to the river below. The house was beautifully decorated yet homey too.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay at RiverSong!!

We loved our stay at RiverSong. The property was wonderful - very clean and well maintained. The location was perfect!!The sounds of the river surround you - the birds are everywhere - and the peace and tranquility immerse you.It is a wonderful property in a magnificent location.We look forward to our next visit!!Thank you - Bill & Donna (Littleton Colorado residents)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quite literally the best vacation rental we've ever stayed at

Every single thing was thought about for this property. It has charm, warmth, slept a family of 4 plus a grand mother very comfortably, and was an absolute stunner of a location. 10 stars.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2024
From the owner: "We are thrilled you were so pleased with your stay at RiverSong! Thank you for your wonderful review, and we are so glad it was great for all three generations. We will look forward to your return!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional property! Lots of sitting areas for settling in with a book, TV, or great conversation. Kitchen is well stocked for those who choose to cook. The multiple decks overlooking the river are the perfect place to relax. Unfortunately for us, it rained and/or was too cold to enjoy the decks this trip. But we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Thank you, Sandi for 5* review! We hope you are able to return someday and have better weather. We would love to see you again at RiverSong!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Beautiful house with all the amenities, upscale. The decks overlooking the river are splendid! Can even catch trout in the river!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

We had such a great stay at Riversong. The cabin in beautiful and has everything you might need during your stay. Being right by the river was amazing. This was our favorite rental by far. The house was clean and inviting. You feel like your secluded even though your just a short drive from town. There is so much to do nearby. We can't wait to stay again. We already want to start planning our next stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2024
From the owner: "Heather, we are so pleased you had such a wonderful stay! We look forward to seeing you again."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Beautiful

Our group of 4 lifelong friends decided to meet up in Buena Vista for a few days. The house is in the most peaceful environment and full of spots to enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds. Communication from the owner was fantastic. I would love to return in the future and highly recommend RiverSong house to anyone considering.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2024
From the owner: "Abby, how fun to share time with lifelong friends! Wonderful that RiverSong was a place for all of you to enjoy your time together. We are so pleased You had a good stay at our special place. Please do come again!"
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