Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest
Welcome to the Tomcat Ranch, your new private vacation rental home nestled away in the Heart of the Rockies. Recreate and recharge your body and soul with spectacular views of two of Colorado’s tallest peaks: Mt. Columbia and Mt. Harvard. This stand-out guest property, shared with the owner’s home provides you with ultimate quiet and privacy.
Enjoy direct access to a vast mountain retreat that sits on 300+ acres of private land forested with Aspen and Ponderosa. Walk out your front door right into San Isabel National Forest. Hike Mt. Harvard and Mt. Columbia without driving anywhere. Enjoy the solitude of the many alpine trails as you stroll or snowshoe past a bubbling creek. And with five lakes on the property, you might catch a fish for dinner!
Head into historic Buena Vista, Colorado, about 20 minutes away, to visit the many galleries, shops, and restaurants. Looking for world-class fishing, rafting, or kayaking? The gold medal waters of the Arkansas River are within walking distance. The Tomcat Ranch is a short drive to Aspen, Vail, Summit County, and only two hours to Denver or Colorado Springs.
The guest house features three large bedrooms, one full and one half bathroom, a well-stocked kitchen, a dining room, and an ample yet cozy great room with a wood-burning fireplace and grand views of the Collegiate Peaks. We are pet friendly and provide an outdoor kennel, but pets must be approved before arrival. Please do not leave pets unattended in the house. We observe a 4 night minimum during the holidays. Four-wheel or all-wheel drive is recommended for winter access. Wi-fi TV and Starlink high speed internet included.
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Información importante
Información importante
No. de propiedad: 34698vb
Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
Ideal para estancias largas
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
El equipamiento de seguridad de esta propiedad incluye extintor de incendios y cerradura de alta seguridad
Información de la zona
Buena Vista
Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en el campo de Buena Vista. Browns Canyon National Monument y St. Elmo son lugares emblemáticos locales, y la belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area y Bosque Nacional de San Isabel. Diviértete en las montañas con lugares para hacer ski cross-country y lugares para hacer snowboard, o prueba otras actividades al aire libre, como paseos en moto de nieve y paseos en trineo.
Sí, los perros pueden quedarse en esta propiedad (límite de 1).
¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.
¿A qué hora es el check-in en Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.
¿A qué hora es el check-out en Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
El check-out es a las 10:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313acres -5 fishing lakes-abuts national forest?
Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en el campo, a 2 km de Bosque Nacional de San Isabel y Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Arkansas River se encuentra a 2.8 km (1.8 mi).
Opiniones
10
Excepcional
Las opiniones se muestran en orden cronológico, y están sujetas a un proceso de revisión y verificación, a menos que se indique lo contrario.
Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 134 de 141 opiniones
10 - Excelente
134
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 4 de 141 opiniones
8 - Bueno
4
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 3 de 141 opiniones
6 - Aceptable
3
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 0 de 141 opiniones
4 - Malo
0
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 141 opiniones
2 - Terrible
0
9.8/10
Limpieza
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Comunicación
10/10
Ubicación
10/10
Veracidad del anuncio
Opiniones
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Tammy W.
10 abr. 2026
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Although the property was more costly than other options in the area, it was worth it to us and exactly what we were seeking! Stunning views, comfortable home and presented as listed. Kitchen cookware could be upgraded, but got the job done.Mike, the host, was wonderful, providing lots of info about the property and responding to all our questions quickly.
Tammy W.
Se hospedó 6 noches en abril de 2026
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Kristina V.
15 nov. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great fall weekend getaway
Beautiful views, fun fishing and Mike was a wonderful host!
Kristina V.
Se hospedó 2 noches en noviembre de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Rick H.
23 oct. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great secluded location with great hiking/views
Great spot to get away and still very accessible. Mike was a great host and we loved our tour of the property.
Rick H.
Se hospedó 2 noches en octubre de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Scott P.
3 sep. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Fishing Trip
This was a great location with a great host and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Scott P.
Se hospedó 3 noches en agosto de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Michele G.
29 jul. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Amazing view!
This home was an wonderful place to enjoy amazing Mountain Views! Great location to enjoy both Buena Vista and Twin Lakes. Mike was a great host.
Michele G.
Se hospedó 6 noches en julio de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jesus S.
10 nov. 2019
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great Location!
Property was beautiful the views were outstanding. Fishing pond was great fun (caught lots of trout). Host was always available when needed and very helpful. The home itself is dated but we weren't in Colorado to stay inside a house we were there to fish and enjoy the outdoors. This place was perfect for our needs! We plan on going back next year.
Dale W.
Se hospedó 7 noches en julio de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Cliente verificado
14 ago. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Trip with grandsons
We had a wonderful stay. Mike was an amazing host. He took us on a tour of his 300 acre ranch and told us the history of the property. He stopped by occasionally to make sure we didn't need anything. The house was great and we enjoyed a bonfire and watching the shooting stars.
Cliente verificado
Se hospedó 4 noches en agosto de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Whit H.
24 jun. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great Week at Tomcat Ranch
We had a really fun week at the Tomcat Ranch and guest house. Mike (the owner) is a very cool guy and made sure we had everything we needed and also gave us a great tour of the entire ranch which is really beautiful. The house was comfortable and plenty spacious for our family of 4. We spent most of our time out on the ranch fishing (even our 18yr old daughter enjoyed) or exploring in and around Buena Vista which we all loved as well. Took lots of hikes and had some really good meals in town. There are 5 ponds on the ranch property, we caught (and released of course) several nice brookies. It was peaceful and quiet at the property - yet only about 15 minutes to town from the ranch. We will be back for another stay.
Whit H.
Se hospedó 5 noches en junio de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Allen L.
29 jun. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great mountain view
The guest house was great and the ranch was teriffic. Mike is a wonderful host. He gave me a tour immediately after I arrived and invited me to drive anywhere on the property I wanted to go. I got to see elk during the tour and saw the fishing ponds that were available. The only down side to my visit was that i had a bout with altitude sickness and didn't get to do any fishing, not the fault of the ranch. We enjoyed several evenings with a fire in the fire pit. It was great, Mike even called me after I got home to see how I was doing. Thanks again Mike.
Allen L.
Se hospedó 12 noches en junio de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jalynn J.
1 nov. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Amazing Tomcat Guest House Retreat
Following the clear and concise directions, we made it to the property just after dark. Upon arrival, the friendly property manager met us to go over the amenities and answer any questions. The guest house is cute, cozy and even has a wood burning fireplace. The home has floor to vaulted ceiling windows with a beautiful view of the Collegiate Peaks where I love watching the sunrise while having my coffee. My husband and teenage boys spent their time fishing in the nearby pond and caught at least 25 fish, so it was time well spent for them. My daughter and I enjoyed walking around the vast wooded acreage and even found a treehouse! We also loved the peddle boat and the learning to row in the pond. Our evenings were spent playing board games and one night we did built a fire. The home has strong wifi and full satellite/streaming TVs but we chose this time to unplug as a family. The owner was available as needed, however; we were free to explore and enjoy this amazing location. The views are unbeatable and our time together memorable. We will most certainly be back!
Jalynn J.
Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
natalie c.
9 oct. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Best Views!! Best hospitality I have ever received!!!
The location was so beautiful every morning we had a great sunrise and at night a great sunset. The colors (reds, orange and yellow) across the tree lines were outstanding. The ponds were so close and the creek was so close you could hear the water running. The large acreage made it fun for running and playing with our dog., Tucker.
The house is very comfortable and is very relaxing. I could see myself working remotely from this location, great time here, and we had great weather.
Mike (owner) was so pleasant and he ensured that we were taken care of during our 5 day stay. We had an awesome outside fire (great firepit) where we made our smores. In the evening inside the house we had a great fireplace that put so much atmosphere of comfort in the house.
I recommend this site to anyone who is looking for quite, beautiful landscape, comfortable house and great way to unwind and destress. Thank Mike we will see you next year.
natalie c.
Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Robert M.
5 oct. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Beautiful views in relative isolation
Just what we were looking for. We spent a week with our daughter, son-in-law, and 3 year old granddaughter. Plenty of room in the house. We could bask in the mountain views with our coffee, enjoy a nice fire pit, and catch way more stars than I've seen in a long time. Our granddaughter loved the goat farm a few minutes down the road.
The house is about 10 minutes from the town for supplies. Leadville, Independence Pass, and Salida are all relatively close for exploring. The property is huge and borders the national forest. Mike, the host, has a house further up the slope. He was available if needed, but otherwise we had the place to ourselves.
Robert M.
Se hospedó 7 noches en septiembre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Terry H.
24 ago. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great views
Mike was great. Greeted us when we got there. We loved the views. Would go again
Terry H.
Se hospedó 3 noches en agosto de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Christian K.
31 jul. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great location and beautiful property
Property was very picturesque...great views from every direction. It's an easy shot to BV for shopping and restaurants. Not far from a few really good access points on the Ark for fishing as well as some of the alpine lakes we fished. The ponds on the property are full of fish and would be a great place for kids or beginners, they also make a nice after-dinner diversion for experienced anglers as well. Owner is super friendly and lives in a house a short distance away on the property...he made us feel welcome and comfortable exploring his beautiful land...which connects to the national forest. Beds were very comfortable, house was very clean. We will likely be back!
Christian K.
Se hospedó 8 noches en julio de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Bobbiejo S.
8 jul. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great stay
The property was beautiful and offered something for every one. Wi-fi held up great with all five of us using for gaming.
Bobbiejo S.
Se hospedó 3 noches en julio de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Dana D.
24 jun. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Overall 5-stars
The location is great and the view is fabulous! Buena Vista - 8 miles away - is a fun small town, with more good restaurants than such a small town should have. Mike is very kind and helpful.
The house itself is a bit outdated, but it was extremely clean when we arrived. My only complaint is that the kitchen supplies are worn out. If you plan to cook you might want to bring your own knives and a good pan at a minimum.
Dana D.
Se hospedó 12 noches en junio de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
jaime C.
31 may. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
stellar
Excellent stay. Mike was a fantastic host and home is really lovely with big windows looking out into the mountains. Super private and the property is literally a private wilderness. We fished, biked, and hiked right out the front door and just a few minutes from downtown Buena Vista.
jaime C.
Se hospedó 3 noches en mayo de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Randall H.
13 may. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Z zzz
Our second stay at Tomcat Ranch Guest House. Once again had a great time. Mike is a consummate host and makes sure you have everything you need. His ponds are loaded with fairly easy to catch brook trout from 5-12”. Tons of fun on a 4 wt fly rod. Much to do in the area. We love BV. We will return again I’m sure.
Randy and Pat Huss
Randall H.
Se hospedó 4 noches en mayo de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
John N.
2 may. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great place
This was a wonderful property with a great host. We will definitely be back. Awesome property to hike and relax.
John N.
Se hospedó 6 noches en abril de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Beverly D.
13 mar. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
CHARGER
We had such a wonderful time at Mike's property. The house was very comfortable and set in the middle of 300 acres of beauty. Every morning we sat in the living room looking out from a huge window watching the sun rise (well not every morning). Mike, the host, was just great and accessible at all times, and we fell in love with his dog, Charger.
Beverly D.
Se hospedó 10 noches en febrero de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Mark R.
28 dic. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Outstanding
Just a wonderful place to stay. Close to Buena Vista, Salina, Leadville. Many things to do. We skied Copper Mtn. ,Breckinridge , and Cooper ski resort all while staying here, easy drive to each. Mike the host/owner is just the best ever. Quick to help with anything. Always checking on you to make sure things are going well. Great property for hiking. We had many fun walks in the snow Christmas week. Got lots of snow Christmas Eve. and Christmas Day. Could not have been a better trip . Cannot wait to go back. Thanks Mike a special place.
Mark R.
Se hospedó 7 noches en diciembre de 2021
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
matt A.
11 oct. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Awesome vacation
Trip was awesome. Property is outstanding. Guest house is clean, comfortable and sooo convenient to so many great places. Hiking the property and the surrounding area was exceptional. Stars at night were second to none. Would de stay again
matt A.
Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2021
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
tim j.
15 sep. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Perfect place for large family, group
On a wonderful property where you can hike wherever and whenever you like
tim j.
Se hospedó 6 noches en septiembre de 2021
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Mark R.
23 jul. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Wonderful
What a beautiful, peaceful place. Our stay at this home could not have been better. Everything we needed. Close proximity to hiking ( hike the collegiate peaks ), biking , fishing , rafting . Close to the towns of Buena Vista, Salida , Leadville. We enjoyed visiting each town. Great restaurants. Mike the owner was prompt to anything we needed. He is such a pleasant person to be around. What a great place for a dog. Walk right out the door on many trails. Even a dog kennel out back. Mike thank you for allowing pets. That is always our first priority when booking a VRBO home. Can’t wait to go back. We already have the place booked for a second trip.
Thank you
Mark R.
Se hospedó 10 noches en julio de 2021
Acerca del anfitrión
Anfitrión: Mike Blitstein
My husband and I live on the Tomcat Ranch with our three children, 3 dogs, and more cats than we can count! We agree that it's been a beautiful place to raise a family and love the connection we feel to the mountains and the wildlife. We love watching the hummingbirds swarm the feeder in the summer. The kids have grown up fishing in the lakes. We've hiked all over the property and into the mountains. We've watched herds of elk roam the ranch in the winter, with their calves. We've admired the beauty of the mountains -- from the snow-covered peaks of winter to the wildflower-filled valleys of summer. This is a beautiful spot!
Por qué eligió esta propiedad
In 1995, we visited this part of Colorado on a vacation and fell in love with the beauty of the area and the friendly people who live here. We bought a home and moved here the following year.
Qué distingue a esta propiedad
We love to go out for a hike around the ranch in the evening. The kids have used this as an opportunity to look for wildlife. In the summer, we'll pick wild raspberries or maybe the kids will spend some time fishing in the lakes. We've also done many, many hikes into the National Forest and up Mt. Harvard and Mt. Columbia. It's wonderful to be able to head out our back gate and be right in the National Forest.