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South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 898.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
South Fork, CO
  • Wolf Creek Anglers
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rio Grande Club
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!

South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean mountain home within steps of the National Forest. If you are looking for an authentic Colorado rental hosted by actual knowledgeable locals, look no further! Our home affords easy access to the largest wilderness area in Colorado, whilst providing all the comforts of home. Whether you are here for the outdoor recreation or to just relax and escape from it all; come discover your paradise!

Property manager

Jacob Baer
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit

About the area

South Fork

Located in South Fork, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rio Grande National Forest and Coller State Wildlife Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
South Fork, CO

What's nearby

  • Rio Grande National Forest - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 33 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Old Firehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers BBQ - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande. Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belisa W.

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

Nice and Cozy

Stayed 3 nights. Skied two days. So nice to go back and relax. Very clean and had everything we could need. The owner was very prompt in answering our messages. Close to everything but still felt secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Perfect!!

Clean affordable, beautiful and so fun getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

So cozy!

Wonderful stay. Property was quiet and house was so cute. It had everything needed for a cozy vacation. Jacob made checking in and out easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh P.

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

Nice retreat

Very nice, clean and affordable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall K.

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

Great stay!

As advertised... loved the location at the edge of the national forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Family ski

It was just what we needed. Easy to get to. Those not skiing enjoyed just hanging out at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

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

South Fork VRBO

Great location! Great house! Truly enjoyed the stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

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

Perfect location for wolf creek skiing

Accurately described, clean, close to Wolf Creek Ski Area, and we loved the wildlife in the Area. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl C.

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

Peaceful and serene

Our stay was very peaceful and serene! A great place to relax after a long day enjoying the great outdoors. We appreciated all the suggestions from the owners to select the perfect hike for us. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla L.

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

Vacation

We had a wonderful stay cabin was clean and very comfortable! Can not recommend this host enough! He was so good to work with us thru ovstacles that arrived before our trip. We will definitely bppk here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

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

Great for our Christmas vacation!

We had the best time staying in South Fork for our Christmas vacation this year. We went skiing at Wolf Creek Ski area 3 of the days- it was a short and easy drive to and from the mountain. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff s.

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

Just what we needed

Perfect place for the three of us to get one last weekend at Wolf Creek. Looking forward.to booking it again next winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna D.

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

Great little place!

I loved this place! Perfect size and very home like. Super Quiet neighborhood, I sat out on the porch at night to enjoy the beautiful sky and I was shocked at how quiet it was. Super clean. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

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

Great getaway

House was exactly as advertised. Our family had a great time and enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. We would definitely use again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Relaxing Vacation

Amazing. Quiet and relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great Location

Home had everything we needed. The closed in porch was perfect for our dog in the evenings, especially since he is an outside dog. Was in an ideal location for four wheeling access to both sides of the highway. We really enjoyed the quiet neighborhood in the evenings. Thank You
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER J.

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

Great Place

We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy c.

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

shennanigans

being right against the national forest gave us plenty of opportunities to see wildlife and enjoy the night sky. property was in a great spot and local neighbors were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Comfortable Cabin

The cabin was very comfortable and the area was quiet with beautiful views. The host was quick to respond and very attentive. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Quick trip to Wolf Creek

Took family on a quick trip to WCSA. Great to be able to stay in South Fork & just drive up. The home absolutely suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

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

Quiet and beautiful scenery

Beautiful home, plenty of room , very well stocked with EVERYTHING!! We were concerned with this being our first VRBO with no air conditioning but the nights were very cool and slept well! Check in and out process was great and host beyond accommodating.. the only thing that would make it more enjoyable would be having a washer and dryer but there’s a laundromat in town. Very quiet at night and beautiful during the day!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katie D.

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

Quiet, Easy Drive to Wolf Creek

The house was as listed and pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy and spacious for family of 4

We loved the cozy yet spacious cabin and the outdoor property! Our family of 4 had plenty of space inside and enjoyed the deck. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and serve meals, including appliances and a grill. I really liked the location- just on the edge of the town of South Fork with close access to fishing spots on the Rio Grande and Beaver Creek. a coffee shop, and a wonderful Mexican restaurant, and an hour drive to the Great Sand Dunes. It was the perfect location for our trip through CO. The host was quickly responsive to all of our questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

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

Shangri La?

Nice cabin, but not as shangrila as photos make it appear. Neighbor is just accross the street and in the the construction business so no real shangri la… Jacob is very attentive and the stars are amazing. The deer and the open space behind the cabin are fantastic. Just don’t expect a great shower here. I have had better showers in in my high school. P.s. Roku tv is miserable as it is every where. Vrbo people stop using Roku and get star link or real satellite tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Treva J.

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

Quiet

Enough room for my family of 7 with pets. Very cozy. It felt like a home away from home. Beautiful views. Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jacob Baer

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Hello! I am your host Jacob. I have lived in the Colorado mountains for two decades and enjoy everything our beautiful state has to offer. Traveling is also a great love of mine, and i know how much greater a vacation can be with local insight. I know a plethora of activities to do within southwestern colorado, so don't hesitate to ask for suggestions on skiing, fishing, hiking, climbing, biking or 4-wheeling. Happy to be your host... Jacob

Why they chose this property

The property is owned and operated by real locals; not by an out of state or Denver based corporation. Need tips on where to eat or what to do? How about where to ski, fish or 4 wheel? I know the area better than anyone and can provide actual insider tips that will make your dream vacation a reality!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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