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Bella Vista Salida awaits...Minutes from downtown Salida, 30 min to Monarch!

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Welcome to Bella Vista Salida! Awesome fall color in the Sawatch Mtns from patio
Great family room for gathering.
Stunning sunset over the Sawatch Mountains from the front porch
Large, open living area. Beautifully furnished & perfect for a family gathering.
Enjoy a cozy wood fire or your favorite entertainment. 55" Smart TV with Roku

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Salida, CO
  • Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Riverside Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Salida, CO (SLT-Harriet Alexander Field)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Bella Vista Salida awaits...Minutes from downtown Salida, 30 min to Monarch!

Come and play in the Arkansas River valley or ski at Monarch and stay at Bella Vista Salida, a beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with breathtaking mountain views and only minutes from downtown Salida and less than 30 minutes to Monarch Mountain and just minutes away from some of the finest recreation on the planet.

Bella Vista Salida is expertly furnished in a contemporary southwestern style and has afully equipped gourmet kitchen, laundry/mud room with washer/dryer, front and rear outdoor patios with outdoor grill. Did we mention the stunning mountain views?

Skiing, biking, hiking, gold medal fly fishing, arts, dining, music, festivals, world class whitewater, hunting and more are all right here to enjoy. Or just sit and relax on the patio. We are just 7 minutes from downtown Salida, 25 minutes from fantastic skiing at Monarch Mountain, 13 minutes from the Arkansas River (Stone Bridge access), 26 minutes to Mt Princeton Hot Springs, 21 minutes to Brown's Canyon (Hecla Junction access). There is plenty of room for the raft/snow machine trailer so bring the toys (no livestock trailers please)!

Salida is a wonderful old mining town with a vibrant arts and music scene and a growing number of local craft breweries and distilleries. Home to FIBark, America's oldest and boldest whitewater festival, each June and numerous other festivals throughout the year, Salida is a great vacation destination. Did we mention the weather? The weather is awesome in Salida nearly all the time.

Bella Vista Salida is in Pinion Hills, just outside Salida. We are only 3 hours (167 miles) from Denver International Airport and 2:15 (109 miles) from the Colorado Springs Airport. You don't even have to drive over a high mountain pass to get here!

Bella Vista Salida's sleeping arrangements include: a spacious master suite with king bed and full bath with spa tub; a queen bedroom, and a bunk room with one full size bed and twin over full size futon bunkbed. There is a spacious second full bath off the hallway.

You will find a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with everything you will need but the food! Relax on the front patio with panoramic views of the Sawatch and Sangre de Cristo mountains. Complete with outdoor grill.

Indoor garage parking for one car is available and there is plenty of room in the driveway for up to 3 other vehicles and a couple of raft/snow machine trailers.

Bella Vista Salida was fully renovated in Sept 2017 with all new flooring, paint, door hardware, lighting, appliances, and all new furniture. This is a green, solar powered SMART home with quiet, comfortable hydronic baseboard heating.

Property manager

Don & Nanci Kinser
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is not child proof
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No skis or recreational equipment allowed inside the house, leave all equipment in the garage. Ski boots may be left in laundry room to stay warm.
See the Renter's Notebook on the table behind the sofa in living room for all House Rules and other important information.

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
This property uses solar energy
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Salida

Located in Salida, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. SteamPlant Theater and Event Center and Browns Canyon National Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Salida Golf Club and Wood's High Mountain Distillery. Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf 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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Salida, CO

What's nearby

  • Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Salida Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Riverside Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Cantina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moonlight Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mo Burrito - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Amicas Pizza Microbrew & More - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bella Vista Salida awaits...Minutes from downtown Salida, 30 min to Monarch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bella Vista Salida awaits...Minutes from downtown Salida, 30 min to Monarch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bella Vista Salida awaits...Minutes from downtown Salida, 30 min to Monarch!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bella Vista Salida awaits...Minutes from downtown Salida, 30 min to Monarch! located?

Located in the heart of Salida, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from San Isabel National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery. Arkansas River is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesli G.

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

Annual Girls Trip

We are a group of 6 Moms who fly out to Salida to escape our real lives. (I work for Monarch, so we go up to the mountain). The house had the most incredible views of the mountains, everything you could possibly need, and plenty of space. It was quiet, quaint and pretty centrally located to everywhere you needed to go. The owners were quick to respond and available for anything we needed. You wont regret booking this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

S&L T.

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

Bella Vista Retreat

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time at Bella Vista ... everything about the home and location were exactly what we needed to connect, relax, and recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

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

Great place

Spacious, clean, gorgeous views, and deer all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Bella Vista is 100% worth booking.

The property was clean and very spacious. The kitchen was extremely well equipped. The beds were very comfortable. They did not skimp on pillows or linens. There are thermostats in every room. The heaters are on the base boards so the floors are warm in the winter months. I cannot fine anything bad to say about the property. Don was very hospitable and a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

A great stay!

Really great house - good location, great views, clean and about anything you would need is there! We would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

christy m.

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

Perfect Place for 3 Generations

This beautiful property had everything we could have wanted or needed for our stay in Salida. We had our two kiddos and my in laws with us and enjoyed the stocked kitchen and cozy living areas whenever we were not out and about at Monarch or in the city. We had a very comfortable stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

What a great place.

What a beautiful place. Amazing views. This was definitely my favorite place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

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

Excellent place for family getaway

Place was everything it said it was and more. Hosts were great and place was clean and well stocked with everything we needed! Will definitely be back and recommend the place to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

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

Ski Monarch

Great location , really enjoyed the town and skiing Monarch. Snow was the added bonus. The house was comfortable and equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mitchell L., Monument

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

Beautiful views!

Beautiful view of the mountains! Less than 10 minutes to downtown Salida. Relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamella W.

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

Wonderful Friend Reunion

The location was wonderfully peaceful and scenic. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets and lightning shows from the patio and living room. Very comfortable for 6 adults. Gave 4 stars on “accuracy of listing” because the online photos don’t do the place justice. I was worried the living room was a dark space (and almost didn’t consider this home) but it was bright and cheerful. Could use a nightlight and hairdryer in the master bath but overall very well stocked home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga R.

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

very nice nice property and the best view for the windows

We really enjoy the house: clean, fully supplied, absolutely incredible view.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisabeth H.

Lovely, comfortable cabin!

Stunning view and cabin equipped with everything you could think of. We had a lovely time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view, home, not far from everything!

Your home was spacious, had beautiful views, and lots of amenities. We would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

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

A Great Trip

There was plenty of room for five adults. The view of the mountains was beautiful. It was quiet and peaceful after a day of hiking and fishing. A wonderful time for our family to be together.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

Amazing Home

We had an amazing vacation in this very clean and well stocked home! The location was perfect for enjoying the town in the evenings after skiing all day at Monarch. We loved watching the sunset from the front porch and visiting around the fire. This was one of our best VRBO experiences!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathi H.

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

Family vacation 2023

It was fantastic. Plenty of room for us to have our own space and close enough to activities we all enjoyed! We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F., Arvada CO

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

Beautiful home

The house is gorgeous and clean and has everything you need and more. We had a very comfortable stay and enjoyed the home. We needed a few tips on check in and Don was very easy to reach and helpful. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kylee T.

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

Best place to stay!

This place was absolutely fantastic. They had everything you could need from blankets to 3 different coffee makers to insta pots. The beds were beyond comfortable and the location is spot on. The view of the mountains is a 360 view. The place for seven of us very comfortable and they were great hosts. Thank you so much for such a wonderful stay! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

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

Wonderful vacation stay!

We had a great time in this beautiful home for our girl's getaway! The location is just a few minutes from downtown Salida but a world away in feeling. It was so quiet and peaceful at night and the views from the front porch were amazing. The house is spacious, with a very well stocked kitchen. I especially appreciated being able to use the garage to pull in my car at night. We all agreed that we would definitely come back for another stay in the future! Eileen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Clean and lovely home close to Salida

Beautiful home in a great location - everything was perfect, they even had a Christmas tree! We (6 adults) had a wonderful time: home cooked meals in the well appointed kitchen, a short drive to fantastic skiing at Monarch, and cozy fires in the wood-burning fireplace. Our only (extremely minor) complaint is that the lighting in the kitchen is too bright and harsh. But truly, everything was perfect - beds were comfy and there was plenty of room for our family with 4 adult “children” to hang out, play games, watch TV, and enjoy the fire. The views from the front window and primary bedroom were incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Buena Vista Salida does not disappoint!

From the spectacular views, fireplace (firewood), and warm inviting atmosphere, to the little things like leftover condiments in the fridge and staples in the cabinets, Don and Nanci have created a home that will make you feel totally comfortable in no time at all. Everything you'll need is here. Quick trip to town (~15 mins) for groceries, and you've got yourselves a home base without worry. Salida is charming, quaint, and super friendly with a Walmart and Safeway close-by. Very quiet neighborhood with calm, relaxed resident deer coming through every now and again. EASY check-in, and Don and Nanci were always a quick message away with any questions or concerns, rapid replies. I really can't say enough about this place, it was absolutely perfect for our trip to Monarch (~35 mins away). Lovely, lovely, lovely...one of our best VRBO experiences yet. Can't recommend enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristal K., Donnelly, Idaho USA

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

Perfect "Home" for a Small Family Reunion

We stayed in Bella Vista during a small reunion of brothers and sisters that grew up in the area; it was a perfect property for the five adults who came from out of State. We hosted two evening meals and one breakfast with all of the siblings and spouses. The kitchen was well equipped and convienient for meal preparation. The large dining table seated 11 comfortably. We did not make use of the back yard space as it was scheduled for minor yard maintenance. We did gather after dinner on the front court yard and watched sunsets and enjoyed watching evening fall on the distant mountains. The neighborhood was quiet at night and we rested well in very comfortable bedrooms. Watching sunrise and the sunsets across the valley and Colorados's beautiful mountains was a treat from the livingroom, and watching the wildlife that happened by was a highlight. Bella's home owners are hospitable and accomodating. The property information was comprehensive and very helpful. We hope to return to this perfect property the next time our family gathers in Salida.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

ANDY W.

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

Fabulous view, comfortable home

We had a wonderful stay at Bella Vista for the month of June 2021. The view of the Arkansas River Valley spread out below the house is spectacular. The host was very responsive and gracious; the house was quite clean and comfortable for a month-long stay. The internet is fast enough for streaming and browsing and a printer is on the network. Roku is the gateway to the entertainment center, which was a very nice touch and allowed us access to our streaming services. The house is convenient to Salida, but certainly not walking distance. It is very convenient to Scanga's Meat Company, which we adore. We cooked dinner most nights and the facilities are good with a nice gas grill for cooking outside. An extra propane tank was provided in the event we ran out. Very thoughtful! Can't forget to mention that Salida has a lot of good restaurants. We particularly enjoyed 50 Burger, The Fritz, Uptown Grill and Sweeties Sandwich shop. Summer heat is a problem even in the mountains, and the windows facing the wonderful western view also faced the afternoon sun. Even with the blinds closed during the day, it would get quite warm in the main room/kitchen, and there is just not much ventilation in the great room to help cool things off at night. In summary, fabulous view, great owner, comfortable house for a month-long stay, but can be hot in the summer.
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Awesome views

The house and view were just as described if not better. It is about 2+ hour dive to all major cities. But it was still worth it! Thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Don & Nanci Kinser

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I am a retired engineer and avid outdoor adventurer. I lived in the Atlanta area since 1977 when I was a freshman at Georgia Tech. I remained in Atlanta after graduating from Georgia Tech and married, started an engineering business, and raised 3 children (and now I am a grandparent). While Georgia is still our legal residence, today Nanci and I split time between our new home in Salida, our home on the Chattooga River in SC and the family farm in WV.

My passions include whitewater kayaking, fly fishing, hunting, skiing and just about anything out of doors.

Why they chose this property

I first entered the Arkansas Valley in 1997 on my first western kayaking trip from Georgia. I instantly fell in love with the Arkansas river and Colorado in general. I’ve visited there many times since and expanded my engineering business into Colorado in 2006. However, I did not return to the Arkansas Valley until 2013 when my engineering company was fortunate enough to work with the Salida School District on the new middle school. It took no longer than my first visit to Salida to reignite my love of the Arkansas and I immediately fell in love with Salida. Nanci, my wife joined me on one of my early visits to the area and she too fell in love. We had to become a part of the Salida community and the Arkansas River valley!

We began our search for that perfect Salida home. It took 4 years and we finally found it at Bella Vista Salida. Thank goodness for the patience of our realtor Maureen Shultz with Gore Range Group LLC. We toured a lot of homes in and around Salida until we found this one. We think it is perfect and we hope you do to. Enjoy!

Nanci and I have never had the chance to create a home starting with a clean palette so this was an exciting time for us. We can't thank Nicole Balaun at Su Casa Furniture & Sleep Shop in Salida enough for her wonderful design help and outstanding customer service making this house our new home!

What makes this property unique

The stunning views that change hourly as the sun moves across the sky. The world class opportunities for recreation just minutes away. The awesome vibe and scene in Salida. I could go on and on....

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