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No city lights to obscure your spectacular night view of the stars!

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Wapiti Meadow Ranch Ponderosa Bunkhouse
Room
Bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet
Queen bed with kitchenette and laundry
Plenty of windows to enjoy the outdoors

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 234.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, CO
  • Arkansas River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista River Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

No city lights to obscure your spectacular night view of the stars!

Nestled in the towering pines of the Wapiti Meadow Ranch, a horse ranch in the Rockies of Colorado, the Ponderosa Bunkhouse is both secluded and magical. This is a completely remodeled studio apartment with a queen bed for comfort and a full-sized kitchen for function. Charming touches inside add to the rustic feel of the wood ceiling and log beam running throughout. The Pinion Bunkhouse provides all the essentials needed for a comfortable stay while keeping things simple and affordable.

Guests have access to their own Bunkhouse (there are two side-by-side apartments separated by a privacy fence, Pinion Bunkhouse and Ponderosa Bunkhouse), a private patio, and 70 acres that encompass the ranch. The house manual does have the property boundaries and guests are asked to not venture beyond the property.

There is also plenty of space for guests to park a small trailer (bring your ATV or off-road vehicle). Relax, unhook, unwind….no city lights to obstruct your spectacular sky view underneath the towering pines which cast their shadows on the Pinion Bunkhouse.

This is a dog-friendly property. There is an additional $50 fee for one dog only (no cats!). Guests are expected to adhere to all pet guidelines such as no pets off-leash, clean up your pet’s waste, do not leave your pet unattended or alone in the bunkhouse, and do not allow pets on the bed. This is a trial run to see how pet owners behave so please don’t ruin it for future guests who travel with their furry friends.

As per our license with Chaffee County, this property is not an appropriate destination for events such as weddings or large parties. Small gatherings which are respectful of the neighbors and neighborhood are acceptable as long as the maximum number does not exceed the number of guests on the reservation.

Chaffee County License No. 027548

Property manager

Renee Graner

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check in must be before 10 p.m.
Please be respectful of the neighbors and neighborhood
The House Manual can be found on the dining table

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Isabel National Forest and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 11 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Buena Vista River Park - 17 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 26 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Tunnels Rd - 27 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jan's Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Crave - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Simple Eatery & Spoon It Up - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is No city lights to obscure your spectacular night view of the stars! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at No city lights to obscure your spectacular night view of the stars!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at No city lights to obscure your spectacular night view of the stars!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is No city lights to obscure your spectacular night view of the stars! located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps from San Isabel National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bear Lake and Arkansas River. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Buena Vista River Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hailey O.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Beautiful stay! Plenty of privacy and everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Second time staying in the Ponderosa Bunkhouse and thoroughly enjoyed both visits.

Excellent, quiet place to stay while visiting Buena Vista. Close by hiking trails and not far from town. Internet service is a bit sketchy, but with patience it works.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

deborah g.

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

It was very quiet. The property was scenic.

We loved the location. The bunkhouse was small, but well decorated. The kitchen was stocked with most things you would need. It was out of town, but close enough to run into town if you needed something. Would recommend it for 1 or 2 people who would not be spending a lot of time in the bunkhouse. Which is what we rented it for. We spent most of our time fishing and hiking. Would rent it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Renee Graner

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