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Riverfront Retreat w/ Hot Tub: Fish & Hike!

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Buena Vista Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 1,453 Sq Ft | 2-Story Cabin
Cabin Exterior | Private Hot Tub
Cabin Exterior | Ample Off-Street Parking
Living Room | Open Layout
Living Room | Smart TV w/ Chromecast | Free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4135.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Buena Vista, Colorado
  • Arkansas River
    1 min walk
  • Buena Vista River Park
    5 min drive
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    5 min drive
  • Salida, CO (SLT-Harriet Alexander Field)
    35 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Riverfront Retreat w/ Hot Tub: Fish & Hike!

Experience the beauty of Buena Vista from this scenic spot on the Arkansas River! The backyard serves as your personal outdoor playground with fishing and hiking on-site, and ATV trails accessible right down the road. After a full day outdoors, head down to Main Street minutes away for a bite to eat or venture a little further out for some R&R at Cottonwood Hot Springs. Top off the day with a dip in the private hot tub and stargazing on the patio at this top-notch, 2-bed, 2-bath vacation rental!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Riverfront Location | Near Four Mile Rec Area | 1,453 Sq Ft

Bring your mountain bike, ATV, and fishing gear along for the adventure at this beautiful Buena Vista retreat, boasting ample on-site parking for all your toys, a spacious outdoor living area for entertaining, and a classic cabin interior to make you feel right at home!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed

OUTDOOR PERKS: Hot tub, wraparound porch, balcony, flagstone patio, outdoor sitting areas, charcoal grill, wildlife watching
INDOOR LIVING: Resort-style furnishings by Great Blue Heron, 2 Smart TVs w/ Chromecast, dining table, lofted lounge area
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, Keurig coffee maker, designer dishes
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, in-floor heating, keyless entry
FAQ: Steps to access, exterior security cameras (around the perimeter), is not suitable for children (riverfront location), no A/C
PARKING: Circular driveway (4 vehicles), ample space for trailers & ATVs

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Arkansas River (on-site), Buena Vista Whitewater Park (2.1 miles), Barbara Whipple Trail (2.1 miles), Browns Canyon National Monument (10.8 miles), Denny Creek Trailhead (13.8 miles), Twin Lakes Reservoir (21.8 miles), Pike and San Isabel National Forests (28.0 miles), Monarch Mountain (41.3 miles)
AREA FAVORITES: Buena Vista Main Street (1.5 miles), Buena Vista Heritage Museum (1.6 miles), Jumpin Good Goat Dairy (4.4 miles), Comanche Drive-In Theatre (5.0 miles), Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa (7.2 miles), Mt Princeton Hot Springs (10.8 miles), Cottonwood Pass (21.0 miles)
BITES & BREWS: Simple Eatery & Spoon It Up (1.6 miles), The Lariat (1.7 miles), House Rock Kitchen (1.7 miles), Eddyline Brewery (1.9 miles), Jan's Restaurant (2.0 miles), Wesley & Rose (2.4 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Salida (26.2 miles), Leadville (35.7 miles)
NEARBY FOURTEENERS: Mt. Harvard, Mt. Princeton, Mt. Yale, Mt. Belford, Mt. Columbia
AIRPORTS: Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport (85.6 miles), Denver International Airport (147 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book. The person who books must also be present at the property throughout the stay
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID will be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Due to the home’s location right on the Arkansas River, this property is not suitable for children
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, around the perimeter, facing out. They do not look into any interior spaces
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
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

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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
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

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this cabin is on the waterfront. St. Elmo and Hancock Ghost Town are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mt. Princeton and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
Map
Buena Vista, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 1 min walk
  • Buena Vista River Park - 5 min drive
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 5 min drive
  • Tunnels Rd - 6 min drive
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jan's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crave - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Simple Eatery & Spoon It Up - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Retreat w/ Hot Tub: Fish & Hike! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat w/ Hot Tub: Fish & Hike!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat w/ Hot Tub: Fish & Hike!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Retreat w/ Hot Tub: Fish & Hike! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Buena Vista River Park and Buena Vista Heritage Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Beautiful property along the Arkansas River with everything you need for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Celebration
Celebrated friends' 40th anniversary. Excellent place to stay: privacy, romance in the hot tub, a level above most of our vrbo experiences. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In for wedding
Great house, great river access— loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Stunning
So relaxing, beautiful. Everything was clean organized and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverside Relaxation
Went for some R and R Perfect spot Cooked some Went to downtown BV Fir dinner Lots of options Nearby hike Great trip Thanks :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
The cabin was really nice. Great place to chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverfront Retreat
This is an awesome home right on the Arkansas River in Buena Vista. It came exactly as advertised, and we loved our time there. Expect us back during the summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
Really great property! Kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. Everything was clean. Bring your own shampoo/conditioner/body wash as none was provided. Home is close to fun bars and restaurants. Had a wonderful weekend in BV! Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Peaceful Getaway
Thoroughly enjoyed our time here! We were looking for a place where we could pause and reflect. This cabin became home base for the peaceful getaway we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Short Stay-Cation
The cabin was amazing. It was peaceful and relaxing right on the river. We enjoyed all the small details in the decorations and furniture. Nothing could beat the warm sun on the wrap around deck. I was able to sit outside in the sun and read a book all day! Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pennie

Wonderful stay
Beautiful property with river view and star filled night skies. Comfortable beds. Excellent customer service.

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Homey
Excellent location for a retreat with a small group, whether its you and your honey, or friends. In our case it was both 😊 We do a quarterly getaway with our friends, and this time we wanted something more than a trip to a fancy hotel in a big city. The house was warm and inviting. Lots of instructions on how to use WiFi and use the TV, but why would you want such things when it comes to being here? Board games, food and booze for the win! We did run into an issue that the hot tub wasn't operational, which Evolve took care of for us. Slightly disappointing, however, we went with Plan B and visited the Mount Princeton Hot Springs for a day $40/person. The river was a bit steep to access, but was accessible for fit bipedal creatures like us. We do feel like the home could have had more cookware, utensils, pot/pan lids didn't really fit, and better quality trash bags.. the trash bags tore on us a couple times with minimal items in it.. The mattresses were surprisingly comfy. While the home does only sleep 4 people, I feel like it could accommodate a couple more. We had friends from a couple hours away come visit for the day, but they had to drive home once nightfall came. Kinda crappy considering the windy roads and wildlife on their journey, when there are 2 large couches that could've been used if needed. All in all, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arkansas River retreat
This property was everything it says it is and more. The home location was very accessible with the thrilling Arkansas River steps away. You will not feel the need to go anywhere else but if you do the four mile trail is less then a mile away. We enjoyed 3 days of off road trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August in BV
Beautiful property on the Arkansas river. Convenient to town, near trails, fishing. Great place!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Really enjoyed our stay. Great house, great location. Property management company did not communicate well, we had to call to get check in instructions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BV Cabin
This house was perfect for our family to visit our son who is working in BV for the summer. It was spotless, had just the right amenities and was literally right next to the river. Our upstairs bedroom had doors that opened right on to a balcony where we could hear the river all night. One small issue and the property manager was attentive and resolved it quickly. Wonderful stay and we will rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, great location
The cabin is in a great location on the Arkansas River, just north of town. It was very well stocked and had everything we needed. The property owner was very responsive to our questions. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Grand Junction, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing HQ
Perfect for a weekend fishing getaway. We hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Amazing Weekend Getaway
We had an amazing stay this past weekend. Summer is almost here, so the smaller mountain towns like Buena Vista and Salida that don't have ski resorts are becoming more popular. The cabin was perfect for playing card games, fly fishing in the river, and hot tubbing at night. Highly recommend it and will likely come back.

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little cabin!
Loved the cabin! Ran down multiple times to the river and fished. Caught 10! Cozy, clean and convenient. Will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prettiest Cabin
This cabin is ideal- location, inside is so nice, awesome supplies, hot tub, and just the walk out the door to the road or down to the River were ideal. We were there in February and couldn’t believe all we could do outdoors in the winter. We love BV and will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

christina w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous spot!
Super cozy cabin with all the amenities listed. We had a wonderful relaxing time
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite, cozy cabin close to downtown
Stayed here for three nights with another couple. The cabin is clean and well appointed. We had a great time and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful well equipped cabin.
We loved our stay at this cabin. The jacuzzi was perfect in the snow. Great views of Mt Princeton. We’d stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

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