Relax & Explore in the San Juans

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

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Dryer
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Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Cimarron, CO

Blue Mesa Reservoir
‪32 min drive‬
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
‪92 min drive‬
Ouray Hot Springs Pool
‪112 min drive‬
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft (4 single mattress on floor)

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cozy, log cabin situated at 9,500 feet elevation surrounded by aspen and pine trees. If you love the outdoors or just want to get away from it all, this is the place to consider. You'll enjoy having your early morning coffee outdoors and will probably be greeted by the neighborhood deer, snowshoe rabbits, and other wildlife, including an occasional bear. There is outdoor log furniture and chairs for lounging and the spacious redwood deck has two tables for ample seating. For easy grilling there is a Weber gas grill and the kitchen was just remodeled and is a chef's delight. Ample dishes & cooking ware, spices, new appliances. There is also a restaurant & lounge with a friendly staff which is located approximately one mile from the cabin. We are located in Arrowhead Ranch Mountain Subdivision - is somewhat off the beaten path but has well maintained roads and offers the peace and solitude that we all long for. Recommend front wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. DURING 2021 through 2023, THERE IS ROAD CONSTRUCTION ON HIGHWAY 50, BETWEEN CIMARRON & GUNNISON, COLORADO THAT LIMITS ACCESS TO MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION AND PROPERTY. CONTACT OWNER FOR DETAILS AND SCHEDULE OF ACCESS.

There are 3 private lakes in the subdivision, hiking, walking, four wheeling, fishing, mountain biking, sightseeing. Blue Mesa Reservoir is approximately 15 miles away, the breathtaking Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Monument is 28 miles away. There are airports in Gunnison and Montrose which are approximately 40 miles each way.

Keywords: San Juans, Black Canyon, Lake City, Blue Mesa, Fishing, Hunting, Hiking, 4X4, Horseback Riding, Sight Seeing, Arrowhead, Gunnison River

Property manager

Mary

Languages

English

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Parking available

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cimarron

Located in Cimarron, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Cimarron Railroad Exhibit is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mesa Reservoir and Gunnison River. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

Cimarron, CO

What's nearby

Blue Mesa Reservoir - 32 min drive - 24.5 km
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park - 92 min drive - 59.6 km
Orvis Hot Springs - 100 min drive - 103.4 km
Ouray Hot Springs Pool - 112 min drive - 116.7 km
Box Canyon Falls Park - 115 min drive - 118.8 km

Getting around

Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 66 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax & Explore in the San Juans pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax & Explore in the San Juans?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax & Explore in the San Juans?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax & Explore in the San Juans located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison River and Cimarron Railroad Exhibit. Bill Hare Gulch Wilderness Study Area and Pete's Lake are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wanda V.

24 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful Cabin

We enjoyed our stay very much. The cabin is well taken care of and the kitchen is well stocked to be able to cook nice meals. We would suggest doing your grocery shopping before you get there as this cabin is somewhat secluded. The owner was amazing to work with.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

13 July 2024

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

Excellent Spot

The host, Mary, was extremely kind and considerate. The cabin was spotless, well appointed and located in a nice quiet spot. The road access from the main drag was a pleasant easy drive. The “subdivision” had a nice lodge with full bar and clean amenities. If you want to go to a place where it is peaceful, quiet and accessible to Montrose, Gunnison and Lake City this is the spot. Thank you Mary

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

23 Oct 2023

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

Great Place, Highly Recommend

Mary's place was great, very clean, welcoming and comfortable and had everything we needed for a great stay, Mary kept in communication with us throughout our stay. We were there at the perfect time for seeing the aspens at their peak color change. We took our OHV and was able to drive from the cabin which was a big plus for us. The construction on US 50 was no inconvenience to us, it just gave us a reason to stay at the cabin more which was perfect for us. Very much enjoyed the quietness and being able to see the stars. We definitely plan on returning.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

8 Oct 2023

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

Csst Away is great!

We so enjoyed our stay! The cabin was clean and well stocked! The host was easy to reach with any needs. We loved the location and all the amenities and beauty of the neighborhood! It was peaceful and secluded.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

18 Aug 2023

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

Amazing

The house is beautiful, Mary was so easy to talk to, she left maps and information of things to do in the area.. we will definitely stay there again, it is so beautiful..

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

13 July 2023

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

Beautiful property

We had a wonderful time. The house was comfortable and very well stocked. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood and took in the amazing scenery at every turn. Can’t wait to return to the area next summer.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy S.

8 July 2023

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

Beautiful cabin and location

We have stayed here in the past and chose to stay again. Cabin is very comfy with lots of extras like the fire pit! Mary was great to work with and responded to communication promptly. Will definitely stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce N.

8 Oct 2022

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

September vacation

This property is a great get away. Beautiful cabin with wildlife and tranquility. Cabin is cozy and equipped with everything you need. Highly recommend and be sure to look at the stars. Amazing!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

4 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful!!

This place is quite a was out from town but that is exactly what we were looking for. Rode four wheelers and side by side around several trails around the subdivision so we didn’t have to haul them anywhere. Couldn’t of asked for a better family vacation!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

24 Oct 2021

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

Cozy Castaway Cabin: off the beaten path

We spent 4 nights at Mary's Castaway cabin. The cabin was beautifully decorated to give it that extra mountain cabin flair. We found it to have all the amenities we needed, including a cozy propane stove for our cold mornings and snowy day. My boys, ages 11 and 15, enjoyed relaxing and sleeping in the loft. We knew about the Rte. 50 road closures prior to booking the cabin. We did travel to Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curancanti on the weekend. On the weekdays, to avoid the road construction, we stayed within the community of Arrowhead and found it to be fun to explore by foot and bike. We walked to 2 of the lakes in the community from the cabin, and enjoyed the fall colors of the aspens, snow covered pine trees, and the many deer who came out to greet us. Mary was very responsive with questions both prior to and during our stay. We would definitely return to this cabin if in the area again!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

4 Aug 2021

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

July vacation 2021

We had a great time staying at the cabin in the mountains. My husband and I were there with my sister and her husband and we pulled trailers in order to ride our side by sides in this beautiful area. We loved being able to walk out the front door and go riding without trailing anywhere. The main road into the cabin was closed part of the time for road construction but we were made aware before our stay so we planned around the scheduled closing and we had no issues.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave N.

23 Oct 2020

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

Perfect!

This was great for our getaway with four adults. I would highly recommend it. The host was very helpful and maintained communication with us from start to finish.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kendra J.

23 Sept 2020

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

Amazing vacation cabin

This cabin was absolutely perfect. Had everything you could possibly need. We enjoyed every second there. Thank u Mary for sharing your Cabin/house with us.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Sept 2020

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

Short stay

Property was great, exactly as advertised.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

6 July 2020

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

Beautiful Peaceful Cabin

It is a very comfortable cabin. Located in a wilderness area. Wildlife abounds including a local ‘Red Fox’ Family. I highly recommend this cabin to anyone who enjoys the Colorado mountains.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Eric M.

30 Sept 2019

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

A beaultiful place to spend some down time

A little far off the beaten path, but well worth it - the woods, the wildlife, the stars, the peace - fall is a spectacular time to visit

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

11 Aug 2019

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

Great Getaway

We had a wonderful stay at The Castaway cabin! It was a great home base for the area: a day trip to Ouray, Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curecanti National Recreation Area. The cabin was very clean and so wonderfully decorated! We appreciate taking the time to make our own meals and were thankful that the kitchen had all of the equipment that we needed. The cabin did have a few other cabins that were close to it that we weren't expecting but there weren't any visitors at those cabins so we still felt secluded and it was quiet. Thank you, Mary, for a wonderful cabin to call "home" for a week! It was fantastic!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

1 Sept 2018

Couldn’t Be Better

We spent 7 days in this great place! The house was just what Mary had described...clean, neat, quiet, well-stocked with spices that made fixing a meal easy, and comfortable enough to sit, read, sleep, and relax listening to the rainfall. We saw deer with a fawn and a coyote! As time drew closer to leaving, we almost made a call to see if it was available for another “few days”. Very hard to leave the cool mountain air for Texas 100 degree temps! Thanks, Mary, and as soon as we set dates for another trip to the mountains, we’ll be looking at your place!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

10 Aug 2018

Excellent get away

Secluded haven with plenty of wooded area and big night sky viewing around the campfire. Deer were often walking across the yard in the early morning or late evening. Very relaxing and enjoyable. Every convenience of home but still in the wilderness. The town of Montrose is just close enough to get any forgotten items.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kerry G.

27 Sept 2017

Beautiful and Fairly Remote

This was exactly what we wanted- a very nice house that we could call home for a short time.House is very well kept and clean. Very quiet except when my husband put out tons of seed for the Stellars Jays. These are bright blue and noisy. We also had White chinned swifts and countless chipmonks and ground squirrels and a few rabbits and deer. We heard elk in the evening but did not see any. Location conveniant to Black Canyon (Awesome), weather very nice with nights at 60 or so. Coming from Texas where it has been over 100 for the entire summer, this was fabulous. Loved the wildlife!!! The Gagers

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle & David M., Red Cliff

29 June 2017

Lovely Cabin in Serene Setting

My husband and I enjoyed a relaxing four night stay in this well appointed cabin that had everything we needed to be comfortable and happy. The big wrap around deck was a joy and our dog and I really enjoyed sitting out there. I liked watching the sunsets and stars from the deck too. The stars were out in heavenly force. My husband enjoyed grilling on the deck and did all of the cooking! The lakes were so beautiful and made for pastoral lunch scenes. We enjoyed Flint Lakes and Hazel Lake as well as the cozy coves and beaches found on the big Blue Mesa reservoir. We loved the aspens and the wildlife, including deer, a red-winged black bird, a frog, squirrels and neon blue dragonflies a plenty! Thanks so much for the wonderful vacation. The Many's

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

10 Oct 2016

Truly Peaceful & Serene Cozy Cabin

My husband & I SO enjoyed our week long stay in this cozy, home like cabin. The wooded surroundings made for an idyllic stay in the mountains of Colorado. The fall colors were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Made for perfect pictures. We were able to explore the Black Canyon of Gunnison, The Arches Nat'l Park in Utah (although be it a VERY LONG DAY!), a hike to & from Evergreen Lake several times, Pine Creek Trail, and rediscovering Ridgeway & Ouray as well. With shopping in between too! It all made for a wonderful vacation away from the city and the heat of Texas. We look forward to returning again & again! And being that its pet friendly is a huge factor for us as well. Thank you for the wonderful welcome & hospitality!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

11 July 2016

Stunning

Beautiful cabin in the woods.. I loved the white trees and the quietness. The cabin was decorated well, fully equipped, and clean! We had such an amazing time! We hiked around the cabin and found amazing views of the snow topped mountains in the distance. We highly recommended this place!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

25 Sept 2015

Takes your breath away!

I cannot say enough about the beauty we observed while we were there. Our family (2 adults and 3 children) enjoyed a weeks stay here at a beautiful home away from home cabin. There were a few different areas to fish and we enjoyed daily walks. We could not have asked for anything better. We had a gorgeous doe that came right up to the deck each morning, making my morning coffee more enjoyable. We saw mule deer close by and there were several other critters that would come up close. There was a local restaurant on the "property" where the locals made everyone feel welcome!!! We took several day trips that were close and enjoyed every minute of our adventures. We could have asked for nothing more! Being a great home away from home it seemed to go way to quick! We would come back again and highly recommend contacting the owner to schedule your next vacation. (We're just sorry it took us so long to write a review...) It was nice to disconnect from our busy schedules, spotty cell service but well worth it! Oh...and don't forget, pet friendly :) Even our four-legged children enjoyed!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

15 Sept 2015

Wonderful!!

My wife and I as well as another couple and their two sons spent a week at the cabin and hated having to leave!! The cabin is very well equipped, clean and comfortable. We were able to ride our ATV's from the property into the NF and enjoyed some great fly fishing in the NF. The cabin has a very secluded feel to it and the weather was fantastic. We saw deer in the yard and elk in the area. If you like the outdoors and the cool mountain air this is a wonderful place to be in August!!

About the host

Hosted by Mary

I moved to Colorado in 1970, immediately fell in love with the mountains of the most beautiful state in the union. Twenty-seven years later I was able to purchase this small modest cabin which was as much in need of me and I was it. With the help of a friend, it has been a labor of love to totally remodel it into a beautiful, very comfortable & cozy cabin. I am now semi-retired and spend as much time as possible at the cabin. I find peace & contentment in the mountains & I love sharing my cabin with family & friends.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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Bedroom 2

Loft (4 single mattress on floor)

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