Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard! provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard!
One of two new Amish built cabins on the property, Cat Creek Retreat is your perfectly accessible wilderness base for outdoor adventures such yas hiking, fishing, and hunting! Located just 15 miles southwest of Monte Vista, these secluded cabins sit on the flank of theSan Luis Valley on 70 acres of private land, bordered on 3 sides by BLM land, only 2mi from the Rio Grande National Forest boundary. Wake up to panoramic views in every direction. Cat Creek Retreat has one downstairs queen bedroom, a loft bedroom with full bed,and a queen sofa bed in the living room, plus laundry room with washer and dryer. Parking for 2-3 vehicles right at the door, with additional trailer parking available. Sit and drink your coffee on the expansive front porch, fire up the gas grill, or enjoy a campfire in the pit outside. There is a full kitchen with essentials such as salt, pepper, oil, coffee, tea, sugar and creamer, as well as dishes, utensils, pots, pans, etc. HORSES ARE WELCOME!!! Message me about available pens. Firewood can be delivered for a fee when there are no active fire bans.
Wake up to breathtaking panoramic views: the majestic Mount Blanca and Sangre de Cristo Range rising dramatically to the east across the valley, with the iconic Great Sand Dunes National Park in the distance, and the rugged San Juan Mountains glowing to the west. Outdoor Adventures at Your Doorstep This is a premier basecamp for unlimited recreation in one of Colorado’s most uncrowded wild places: • World-class hunting — Excellent elk, mule deer, and black bear opportunities right in Game Management Units 80 and 81. Bring your gear and step out into prime public-land habitat. • Horse-friendly — Bring your horses! On-site pens and pasture are available for your four-legged companions. • Trout fishing paradise — Gold Medal waters on the nearby Rio Grande River (trophy browns and rainbows), plus outstanding, less-pressured fishing on the Conejos River and Terrace Reservoir. • Hiking & 4WD exploration — Miles of uncrowded trails, direct access to the secluded mountain town of Platoro and its scenic reservoir (just a short drive), plus nearby South San Juan Wilderness and the Continental Divide Trail. Challenge yourself on legendary 4WD passes like Blowout Pass, Stunner Pass, Elwood Pass, and visit historic cabins along the way. • Winter thrills — Wolf Creek Ski Area is just over an hour away for epic powder days. • Wildlife viewing — Only 6 miles from the Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge, famous for its spectacular Sandhill Crane Festival every March (thousands of cranes, ducks, and geese against the mountain backdrop). Evenings bring true dark skies for incredible stargazing, with the Milky Way stretching overhead in complete serenity.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
In-room accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Campfires are allowed only when there are no active fire bans in Conejos county. Please use common sense and extinguish fire completely when unattended.
This cabin has solar electricity (back-up generator kicks on automatically) so please turn off lights when not in use, unplug small appliances, and turn heating unit down to 60 at checkout.
You are in bear country! Please do not leave coolers unlocked, or any other food outdoors unattended. Please take trash to the garbage bin on the backside of the cabin and secure lid tightly.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
This property uses some solar energy
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Is Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
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Modern Rustic Appeal with the Wild Rio Grande National Forest as your backyard! Reviews
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We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful cabin! I admit it took about half a day to get used to not having wifi or TV but it ended up being the best thing. I loved sitting in the comfy gliders, reading my books and listening to the birds while my puppy explored the massive yard. They have literally everything in the house to make it a home, including every kitchen gadget, coffees and creamer, the softest towels and blankets I’ve ever seen. Each night we drove into the National Park to look at animals like deer and elk. We got so lucky (to us, who live in a burning hot climate) to have a surprise snowstorm while we were there! It literally looked like a snow globe with the big, fluffy flakes and the cabin lights glowing. We were very sad to leave and hope to be back as soon as we can.