10/10 Excellent
Charles J.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Charles J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Entire home
Vallecito Mountain Refuge
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bayfield, CO
- Vallecito Lake17 min drive
- Piedra River Hot Springs95 min drive
- Purgatory Resort99 min drive
- Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)70 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
3 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Vallecito Mountain Refuge
Southwest Colorado Plain and Simple! This unique 2100 square foot home is nestled in a secluded mountain meadow, adorned with wildflowers, and surrounded by forests of Aspens and Spruce. The home sits on 11 acres directly bordering the San Juan National Forest and features a Private Fishing Pond, Hiking Trails, Mountain streams, and Mountain Views. With a proximal location to Vallecito Lake, it's a perfect place for a back to nature vacation where you can relax on a covered deck, paddle a canoe and fish on your own glassy pond, encounter a variety of wildlife, gaze into an endless starry night, and enjoy the crystal clear water and cool fresh air of Colorado mountain living.
The two-story house has 4 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, along with a comfortable living room with an incredible floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace with plenty of firewood. A large deck wraps around the home with a shaded sitting area looking out over the pond, meadow, and trees. There is a gas bbq grill on the deck.
Fishing is available directly on the property. The pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and guests are welcome to fish to their hearts content. In order to provide this activity for all of our guests, anglers may only keep 1 fish per nightly stay (ex: 4 night stay = 4 fish). Any additional fishing must be catch and release. **Bring your own fishing gear**
Additional activities include canoeing, hammock area, piano, and a trampoline.
NOTE: The 1/2-mile road up to the home is a a well maintained dirt/gravel road. It is not heavily rutted but climbs steadily. A 4-wheel drive is not necessary but is helpful. A minimum of 6.5 inch ground clearance is recommended.
The cabin sits at 9500' elevation and is off-grid. The homes solar-panel and battery system is design to power the regular needs of our guests while staying at the cabin. The property does not have a Microwave, TV, or Dishwasher. The washer & dryer on site are strictly for use by our property manager.
Please note the property counts with 4 security cameras:
1 overlooking the deck/pond area.
1 overlooking the front gate.
1 overlooking back side of house
1 monitoring garage.
AVAILABLE MAY - OCTOBER. NOT ACCESSIBLE DURING WINTER.
The two-story house has 4 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, along with a comfortable living room with an incredible floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace with plenty of firewood. A large deck wraps around the home with a shaded sitting area looking out over the pond, meadow, and trees. There is a gas bbq grill on the deck.
Fishing is available directly on the property. The pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and guests are welcome to fish to their hearts content. In order to provide this activity for all of our guests, anglers may only keep 1 fish per nightly stay (ex: 4 night stay = 4 fish). Any additional fishing must be catch and release. **Bring your own fishing gear**
Additional activities include canoeing, hammock area, piano, and a trampoline.
NOTE: The 1/2-mile road up to the home is a a well maintained dirt/gravel road. It is not heavily rutted but climbs steadily. A 4-wheel drive is not necessary but is helpful. A minimum of 6.5 inch ground clearance is recommended.
The cabin sits at 9500' elevation and is off-grid. The homes solar-panel and battery system is design to power the regular needs of our guests while staying at the cabin. The property does not have a Microwave, TV, or Dishwasher. The washer & dryer on site are strictly for use by our property manager.
Please note the property counts with 4 security cameras:
1 overlooking the deck/pond area.
1 overlooking the front gate.
1 overlooking back side of house
1 monitoring garage.
AVAILABLE MAY - OCTOBER. NOT ACCESSIBLE DURING WINTER.
Property manager
Carlos Camacho
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
Pets
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Smoking
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Important information
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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
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About the area
Bayfield
Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit James Ranch and Eagle Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby
- Vallecito Lake - 17 min drive - 8.7 km
- Lemon Reservoir - 55 min drive - 36.8 km
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 65 min drive - 53.3 km
- Piedra River Hot Springs - 95 min drive - 80.7 km
- Purgatory Resort - 99 min drive - 89.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Rusty Shovel Saloon - 20 min drive
- Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - 16 min drive
- Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - 21 min drive
- D bar G Outfitters-Horse Back Riding - 25 min drive
- Angler's Wharf - 26 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
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8/10 Good
Shayli W.
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Gem in the woods
Shayli W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
24 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! No regrets!
Michael C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
carol w.
26 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely peaceful and beautiful area
carol w.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tommie J., Forestburg, Texas
25 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Home
Tommie J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melissa O.
7 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded mountain home
Melissa O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cathy P.
1 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Cathy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adam A.
4 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Adam A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Brian I.
5 July 2021
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Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
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Jen D., Albuquerque, New Mexico
21 July 2021
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Awesome!!
Jen D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Charles G.
8 Sept 2021
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It’s a very nice and secluded place. Very quit and peaceful.
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Megan L.
27 June 2021
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Megan L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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Linda H., Gilbert, AZ
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome way to disconnect and take a break from life!
Linda H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
20 July 2012
Great Time
10/10 Excellent
Jas H.
11 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning retreat in the mountains
Jas H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Billy P., Weslaco, Texas
3 Aug 2012
Bit of Heaven
Billy P.
10/10 Excellent
Scott M.
17 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location on the very edge of the grid.
Scott M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
22 June 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
22 June 2024
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Keith K.
18 June 2023
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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ritchie M.
15 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
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10/10 Excellent
Lacy W.
28 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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robbie c.
10 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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karol p.
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About the host
Hosted by Carlos Camacho
Languages:
English, Spanish
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