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Vallecito Mountain Refuge

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A lodge with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and a view of a lake. - Vallecito Mountain Refuge (Bayfield)
A wooden deck with a glass table and chairs overlooking a lake surrounded by trees. - Vallecito Mountain Refuge (Bayfield)
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a cozy seating area. - Vallecito Mountain Refuge (Bayfield)
A wooden interior with a dining table and chairs, a stone fireplace, and large windows. - Vallecito Mountain Refuge (Bayfield)
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a staircase, and a large sofa set. - Vallecito Mountain Refuge (Bayfield)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at Vallecito Mountain Refuge. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Vallecito Mountain Refuge

  • Southwest Colorado Plain and Simple! This unique 2100 square foot home is nestled in a secluded mountain meadow, adorned with wildflowers, and surrounded by forests of Aspens and Spruce. The home sits on 11 acres directly bordering the San Juan National Forest and features a Private Fishing Pond, Hiking Trails, Mountain streams, and Mountain Views. With a proximal location to Vallecito Lake, it's a perfect place for a back to nature vacation where you can relax on a covered deck, paddle a canoe and fish on your own glassy pond, encounter a variety of wildlife, gaze into an endless starry night, and enjoy the crystal clear water and cool fresh air of Colorado mountain living.

    The two-story house has 4 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, along with a comfortable living room with an incredible floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace with plenty of firewood. A large deck wraps around the home with a shaded sitting area looking out over the pond, meadow, and trees. There is a gas bbq grill on the deck.

    Fishing is available directly on the property. The pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and guests are welcome to fish to their hearts content. In order to provide this activity for all of our guests, anglers may only keep 1 fish per nightly stay (ex: 4 night stay = 4 fish). Any additional fishing must be catch and release. **Bring your own fishing gear**

    Additional activities include canoeing, hammock area, piano, and a trampoline.

    NOTE: The 1/2-mile road up to the home is a a well maintained dirt/gravel road. It is not heavily rutted but climbs steadily. A 4-wheel drive is not necessary but is helpful. A minimum of 6.5 inch ground clearance is recommended.

    The cabin sits at 9500' elevation and is off-grid. The homes solar-panel and battery system is design to power the regular needs of our guests while staying at the cabin. The property does not have a Microwave, TV, or Dishwasher. The washer & dryer on site are strictly for use by our property manager.

    Please note the property counts with 4 security cameras:
    1 overlooking the deck/pond area.
    1 overlooking the front gate.
    1 overlooking back side of house
    1 monitoring garage.

    AVAILABLE MAY - OCTOBER. NOT ACCESSIBLE DURING WINTER.

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About the area

Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit James Ranch and Eagle Park. Kayaking and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Bayfield travel guide
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Bayfield, CO

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Weminuche Woodfire Grill
    20 min drive
  • Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals
    16 min drive
  • The Lake House Bar & Grill
    21 min drive
  • The Rusty Shovel Saloon
    20 min drive
  • Virginia's Lodge and Cabins
    20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vallecito Mountain Refuge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vallecito Mountain Refuge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vallecito Mountain Refuge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vallecito Mountain Refuge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vallecito Mountain Refuge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Vallecito Lake and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Lemon Reservoir are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Reviews

Vallecito Mountain Refuge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

If you want to pull your family away from the daily grind and enjoy some time together this is place. Owner was very helpful and friendly. Awesome place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Gem in the woods

This property was absolutely perfect for my daughters intimate wedding ceremony! Its so private and very remote! The road leading to the property is a bit sketchy, 4 wheel drive is a good idea. We will definately go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Remote, relaxing, and rejuvenating

We were able to enjoy much needed down-time with the whole family. We rested, fished, hiked and played indoor and outdoor games together. The morning coffee on the deck overlooking the pond watching the hummingbirds and chipmunks was wonderful. Loved how isolated we were from the noise and activity of the city. It was so peaceful except for the squeal of laughter from our games and canoeing adventures. The cabin accommodations were perfect for our wide age-ranged family, everyone felt at home. We would highly recommend for a peaceful, fun, and relaxing vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

While staying at this cabin you quite literally have an entire mountain to yourself. The first drive up to the cabin is a little nerve racking. A little bumpy but not a bad drive at all. We had very minor hiccups and Carlos was very quick to call / text us to fix the problem. If I could give 10 stars for the costumer service I would. The cabin was super clean and was stocked with everything we needed. My 4 kids had the best time fishing and playing on the play set. If you want to have a true Colorado cabin vacation this is the cabin to book! We will definitely be staying here in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very nice remote get away

It is very nice to go and stay in the mountains in comfort. It is so very peaceful and beautiful at that cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
If you’re looking for a cabin of convenience this is not it. However, if you’re looking for a quiet peaceful breath of fresh air, then you’ve found your place. Check-in was a little bumpy as the cleaning company had dates wrong. The owner was quick to respond and resolve the problem. There is no TV and no microwave which most definitely was not a problem for us, just letting others know. From town to the cabin takes roughly 25 mins. The trek up (as stated in the cabin details) you will need a high clearance vehicle. We have a bronco and had no issues. We greatly enjoyed fishing, watching the chipmunks and hummingbirds. The beds were comfortable and the cabin was clean. It’s definitely a place we would return to in the future and recommend to our friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay! No regrets!

Great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extremely peaceful and beautiful area

Would definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded mountain home

This place was amazing! Quiet top of mountain secluded awesomeness!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Home

We truly enjoyed our stay! It is very secluded and quiet. Great home for the family and our small dog. It is a little distance from the main road up the mountain, but all in all, a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene

Absolutely breathtaking views and very relaxing place to stay. Plenty of unplugged activities to keep the kids busy, as well as the adults. I was very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Solitude

Great off grid systems. Beautiful spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time at this property. The grandkids had fun fishing, playing on the trampoline and playground. And we spent a lot of time on nature walks and making s’mores at the campfire. The cabin is very remote which allows for some amazing star gazing. This is a great place for family gatherings.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!!

The place is beautiful and very well equipped. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It’s a very nice and secluded place. Very quit and peaceful.

All directions made it very easy to find. Very nice place to unplug from the everyday life. It was very easy to relax and enjoy our time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wooded wonder

Beautiful experience all the way around. Will be back to enjoy the serenity of this little getaway and I’m very thankful for the opportunity!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Time

My Family and I had such a great time at the cabin. Wish we would have had a few more day to stay. We will for sure be going back when we find time. Everything was super. Thanks for letting us stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning retreat in the mountains

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in this property. It is the complete antithesis to life in the city. So quite and peaceful. We already want to return! Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome way to disconnect and take a break from life!

Such a relaxing break from our day to day. Wildlife, storms, and a restful property were just what we needed, and Greg delivered. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bit of Heaven

The mountain cabin was great! Just as stated, the place was extremely secluded and peaceful. The accomodations were superb. We had lots of time to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. If you want to get away from it all and your main goal is to JUST RELAX, this is your place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and Beautiful

If your looking for a location that is quiet and away from the noise, this is the right place for you. Beautiful cabin at 9500 feet with nothing but quiet and beauty. Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wilderness Cabin Extraordinaire

Our second year in a row to spend a week in this off the grid getaway. If you like the remote, unplugged type of experience this is the place. Great, responsive owner/manager. Fully equipped and very comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional!

This cabin exceeded all of our expectations. We were looking for a remote get away and this was perfect. The cabin had much more space and was much nicer than the photos portray. Vellecito lake was a wonderful time as well. Thank you for sharing your special home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded Mountain Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at this cabin up above Lake Vallecito. The property and surrounding forest were beautiful. We loved the seclusion and being high up on the mountain. We spent most of our time hiking around the property in the National Forest. The cabin was amazing, very clean, and communication with Greg was excellent. This was one of our favorite rentals and we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Starry night skies peace and quiet

The property is a beautiful place surrounded by Forest up in the mountains it is a bit of a challenge to get to the place on a dirt road with some bumpy gravel road to get to the cabin but it is manageable and well worth the trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021