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Rapid Creek Retreat

Holiday home in Palisade

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Perched high above Palisade, Rapid Creek Retreat offers a tranquil retreat amidst untouched public land. From sunrise to sunset, enjoy the big sky views from the patio overlooking thousands of acres of mountainous terrain.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Mountain view
The current price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rapid Creek Retreat

About this space
High above the town of Palisade, nestled in the foothills of the Grand Mesa, is the Rapid Creek Retreat. Surrounded by untouched public land you will experience the true gift of Colorado.
From the house’s mountain perch the views of the big sky can be enjoyed from sunrise to sunset and beyond for magical star gazing.
We planned for this home to be ours, every detail of this home was built with intent and love.
The feeling here is truly special.
We hope you enjoy it.

Sincerely,
The Busch’s
The space
This is a brand new house. Two main bedrooms and a bunk room. The bathroom has a beautiful large shower. There is a great patio that overlooks thousands of acres of untouched mountain. It’s all yours.
Guest access
All yours.
Other things to note
The driveway can be an adventure for some. It is a mountain road - a real Colorado experience. Any reasonable vehicle will make it up and down just fine but some folks may want to bring a change of underwear 😅. If that 1950s truck in the photo didn’t have a problem then your vehicle won’t either.
It’s not required, but if you have 4x4 please use it and also go slow to keep the road in good shape.
***During the winter months the road may become impassable and you may have to hike up the road to get to the house. This will be our first winter with the property and we are still sorting out the snow/snow removal situation.***

Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    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

    About the area

    Located in Palisade, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cross Orchards Historic Site and John McConnell Math and Science Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at High Country Orchards and Colterris at the Overlook. Grand Junction Motor Speedway and Mesa County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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    Palisade, CO

    What's nearby

    • High Country Orchards - 17 min drive - 15.4 km
    • Canyon View Park - 21 min drive - 34.5 km
    • Colorado Mesa University - 22 min drive - 31.5 km
    • Colorado National Monument - 30 min drive - 47.0 km
    • Powderhorn Resort - 39 min drive - 48.9 km

    Getting around

    • Grand Junction Station - 31 min drive
    • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional) - 31 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Wine Country Inn - ‬15 min drive
    • ‪357 Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
    • ‪Maison la Belle Vie Winery - ‬16 min drive
    • ‪Fidel's Cocina & Bar - ‬13 min drive
    • ‪Palisade Pizza and Pourhouse - ‬13 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Rapid Creek Retreat pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Rapid Creek Retreat?

    As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rapid Creek Retreat on 22 Jan 2026 start from AU$378.92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

    What time is check-in at Rapid Creek Retreat?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Rapid Creek Retreat?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Rapid Creek Retreat located?

    Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park, Colorado River and High Country Orchards. Colterris at the Overlook and Colorado Cellars Winery - Rocky Mountain Vineyards - Colorado Mountain Wineyard are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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    Rapid Creek Retreat Reviews

    Reviews

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    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Lauren L.

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

    Palisade vaca

    Amazing views!! So quiet and peaceful yet still so close to the city. The views of the stars at night were amazing. I’d love to stay here again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Adriane K.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    This is an absolutely stunning home in a fantastic location and conveniently located to town, many hiking trails, and to Powderhorn. The home was stocked with the main essentials for cooking/baking and was beautifully decorated. The morning sunrises and star gazing at night are unremarkable. We highly recommend and looking forward to visiting again.
    Star gazing from the backyard
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025