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COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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South Fork, CO
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wolf Creek Anglers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rio Grande Club
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom No. 2.

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bath No. 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom.

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.

PRIVATE, WHOLE-HOUSE VACATION RENTAL. 2 BEDROOMS/2 BATHS. The most recent addition to the guest accommodations on the Arbor House property is the Cottage on the Creek--the perfect accommodation choice for a couple, a small family, or two couples vacationing together. Situated on a beautifully maintained, three-acre property, it is bounded on the east and west by stately stone cliffs and has amazing river, forest and mountain views in the background. This mountain cottage is approximately 1350 sq. ft. of pure and peaceful riverside relaxation. The Cottage interior is beautifully decorated in a simple and casual mountain style with a spacious living area featuring comfortable seating and plenty of room to relax, watch TV, read, do puzzles or play games. Internet is a must, and it's high-speed wireless. The adjoining dining area is flooded throughout the day with beautiful, natural light and has amazing views out each window. Fully equipped kitchen comes with large and small appliances, pots & pans, cooking utensils, dishes, and glassware, etc. The laundry room, adjacent to the kitchen, has a full-size washer and dryer, ironing board, iron, and storage area for extra outdoor/ski gear, etc. The Cottage does an absolutely wonderful job of providing all the comforts of home, enabling guests to just settle on in or get out and get busy having fun. The large, romantic master bedroom features a king bed, private bath, comfortable seating area for two, gorgeous riverside views and streaming TV. The smaller, second bedroom has a comfy queen bed with full bath across the hall. Special touches of fluffy robes and complimentary bedside chocolates whisper a quiet "Sleep Well" to nightly bedroom guests. Outdoors, the above-river deck provides a perfect spot for breakfast al fresco in the warm, morning sun or for an evening respite of wine and cheese while watching the fish rise--perfect and peaceful in every way. Perhaps a juicy steak or maybe burgers on the grill is the order of the day, but whatever's on the menu, it's always better on the river. And may we add that the nighttime stargazing is, well, AMAZING! For guests needing wheelchair accessibility, the Cottage features a winding ramp up to the covered front porch entrance (as well as traditional steps), and all rooms and back deck are on one level--no interior stairs. The master bed/bath has 36" doors; large, walk-in shower with both standard and hand-held shower heads along with safety grab bars in the shower and at the toilet. Shower stool available on request. Riverside deck is accessed through the dining room sliding door, and just down the back stairs from the deck to the river is a private, aspen-shaded seating area with fire pit and picnic table. A lazy porch swing under an old river trolly and sparkling party lights complete the relaxing, riverside experience. Cottage guests are welcome to take advantage of the property's 480+ ft., private, on-site river access and enjoy some fishing in the Arbor House Inn's private portion of the South Fork of the Rio Grande. Catch and release as requested the the fish! Our goal here at the Cottage is to be the perfect choice of vacation accommodations for those few, very special guests desiring a private, peaceful and relaxing Colorado mountain getaway. **** As the Cottage is a separate facility from the main Arbor House Inn, GUEST PRIVILEGS DO NOT INCLUDE BREAKFAST SERVICE OR USE OF THE INN'S HOT TUB. Rates vary seasonally. DAMAGE INSURANCE is required as well as an ADDITIONAL CLEANING FEE of $125 for each Cottage reservation. FULL RESERVATION (nights, cleaning fee and damage insurance) IS CHARGED AT TIME OF BOOKING. Children are welcome. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. TWO-NIGHT MINIMUM. Minimum age for main renter is 25.****

Property manager

Laurie & Keith Bratton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children allowed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Due to allergies, no pets allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors only--away from windows and doors.

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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Fork

Located in South Fork, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Wolf Creek Ski Area and Rio Grande Club 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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South Fork, CO

What's nearby

  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Coller State Wildlife Area - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 23 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Firehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers BBQ - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad, Rio Grande and Wolf Creek Anglers. Rio Grande Club and Rio Grande National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert Y.

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

Beautiful and perfect location.

Perfect fit for our trip. River right outside and restaurants literally within walking distance. Super nice owners and very helpful. Will definitely look to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian W.

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

Family ski trip

We had the best experience at the cottage. It was even better than expected. Extremely clean, comfy, fully stocked. It was comfy and cozy after a long day of skiing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha E.

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

Perfect Getaway

The cottage was great. They had everything we needed. The area was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

EXCELLENT place to stay!!

The “Cottage” is well appointed, right on the river with chairs and tables that allow for relaxing afternoons with a glass of wine at the end of the day!! MANY THANKS FOR A WONDERFUL TIME!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Riverside cabin

This was an amazing experience at a 10/10 riverside cabin in South Fork Colorado. We had zero issues or complaints. There is a beautiful view of the river from the back porch. It is also perfectly quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretta S.

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

!Summer fishing trip

Fabulous house and great owners!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

The perfect get-away!

Loved everything about this cottage. Attention to detail was impressive. Super clean. Perfect location for fishing. Little extras like pantry items appreciated. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase M.

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

Great second stay

This is the second time we stayed for our wolf creek ski trip. Everything is perfect for our needs and we plan to be back. The cottage is stocked with everything you need. Location is great. Only good things to report.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier M.

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

Snowboarding trip to Wolf creek

We stayed at the Cottage for a snowboard trip starting New Year’s Day. The house was great for me and my two boys! We will plan on visiting again. The location to the ski area was great and it is a quiet town which was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walker R.

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

Great way to spend Christmas

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cottage on the Creek. It was very welcoming and had all the comforts of home. Would love to come back and enjoy it in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H., Where do you live?

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

Excellent house! (Cottage)

We have been coming to South Fork for over 10 years. This was by far the best place we have stayed! Laurie and Keith have thought of everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The porch is amazing for coffee in the morning and wine in the afternoon. Loved watching the hummingbirds. This is an excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., Arvada, United States

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

Fantastic

Peaceful and relaxing place. Deck with the river is beautiful. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

❤️

This Cottage was fabulous. Right on the river, quiet and so roomy. Everything about our week here was wonderful. Many nights enjoyed on the back deck overlooking the river. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Best cottage on the river!

We’ve stayed in numerous cabins on rivers and this one is well above the others in taste, hospitality, and cleanliness! It is the most quaint cottage with many personal touches from the owners. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chase M.

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

Perfect place for Wolf Creek ski trip

Lots of room for our group of 4. Fully stocked kitchen made staying in easy. Great place to relax after a long ski day. Easy drive to Wolf Creek. Probably 20-30 minutes depending on road conditions. Appeared to be one of the closest places to the ski resort that wasn’t just a hotel room. Located right at the end of town so close to every thing the small town has to offer. Place was clean and well stocked. Photos didn’t do it justice. It was much nicer than we expected. Highly recommend. We plan to stay again for future ski trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

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

Comfy cottage on the river

We stayed at the cottage for a ski trip to Wolf Creek. It’s a quick trip to the mountain and was very convenient. The cottage is better than the expected! It is spotlessly clean, the kitchen is well stocked with good tools, appliances, and pantry basics. The views are gorgeous. Our hosts were very thoughtful. Having a Christmas tree and decor was a very thoughtful touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

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

Family Outing

We had a wonderful stay - the outdoor space was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

Wdnderful place to stay and we'll be back.

Super clean and well situated on the banks of the river. This is one VRBO where the pics don't do the property justice. The setting is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pepper W., Rio Rancho, USA

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

This is an amazing place!

We could not have found a better place than the Cottage at Arbor House. Amazing accommodations and amenities with everything you need, and more, to make your stay perfect. Keith and Laurie are great hosts! The location on the river is so beautiful and relaxing. You will not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Quiet Getaway

Peaceful, beautiful, relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

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

Perfect Weekend

Beautiful accommodations and beautiful setting. We caught a fish right off the deck. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Just like home!

We were so comfortable and relaxed. Everything was perfect. We interacted with wildlife and greatly enjoyed the deck. Do not hesitate to visit this very peaceful and very beautiful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill V.

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

Awesome stay at Cottage on the Creek

Five stars...amazing location on the water in a beautiful and well-appointed home! The hosts are very kind and have thought of everything you need. We loved staying in Southfork and used it as a launching pad for various fishing, Alpine Loop, and hiking adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Relaxing!!

The Cottage on the Creek was so relaxing and had all the comforts of home. We really enjoyed sitting on the back deck listening to the creek.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

We had a wonderful experience staying at the cottage. Keith and Laurie are wonderful hosts.

The Cottage was perfect for the 4 of us for our Wolf Creek ski adventure. Keith and Laura are perfect hosts. We had to rescheduled our stay due to family Illness and they helped us work out another date and were sympathetic about our circumstances. When we arrived at the Cottage, Keith showed us around and made us feel at home. There was a plumbing issue due to a frozen pipe. As soon as we let Keith know he got a plumber out and it was fixed that day. The location of the property is perfect for convenience and the view out back is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laurie & Keith Bratton

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Keith and Laurie Bratton, owners of Cottage on the Creek and the adjacent bed and breakfast property, have their family roots in the San Luis Valley, specifically Del Norte and Monte Vista. Grandparents homesteaded just up valley from The Cottage on the historic Million Ranch, so there are strong sentimental ties to South Fork and the surrounding area. They added the 2-bedroom cottage to their B&B property in 2016 as a way for guests to enjoy privacy by river under the cliffs and have been booked ever since.

Why they chose this property

Coming back to the San Luis Valley after being away for over 30 years, we chose the South Fork area in general and the property in particular because of its beautiful location. At the time of purchase, there was an existing house and a few outbuildings on three riverside acres with everything in need of great attention. Repaired, remodeled and redecorated, we opened a beautiful bed and breakfast facility in 2001 and have happily hosted countless guests in the years since. The house featured here on Vrbo and now known as the Cottage on the Creek was built in 2007 as a private home and converted to a vacation accommodation in 2016 and has been making fisherman happy ever since. Upscale and intimate, it is designed to comfortably host small parties only--one or two couples or perhaps a small family. Combined, the main inn and the Cottage on the Creek can accommodate up to 14 guests.

What makes this property unique

We love to share with our guests the experience of waking up to the sun peeking over the cliffs, the freshness of the crisp, mountain air, and the wake-up calls of the birds on the river -- a perfect way to start the day. And, as the perfect ending, we recommend relaxing around the glowing embers of a dying fire and toasting up a few sweet s'mores. As darkness falls, the silent show in the night sky is not to be missed. The star gazing is, well . . . AMAZING!

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