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Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly

Welcome to Wild Iris Mountain Lodge, a spacious 2700 sq ft retreat perched on 2.5 acres surrounded by astounding mountain vistas in the Ranch of the Rockies, located in South Park, Colorado. Perfectly situated between Buena Vista and Fairplay CO, Wild Iris Mountain Lodge is an ideal haven for friends and family to gather, relax and enjoy a variety of recreational activities that abound here year-round. Relax in your own 4-person barrel sauna. Socialize in the "shack", our special outdoor meeting area. HughesNet satellite internet with smart TVs. The space: • 2700 Sq Ft mountain home with sweeping mountain views from wrap-around deck with fire table
• Centrally-located between Buena Vista and Fairplay, near world-class fishing, hiking, skiing, atv trails nearby
• Hot springs, restaurants, and shopping within 30 minutes
• Dog-friendly property with 2.5 acres
• Features 2 master bedrooms w/55” smart tv’s and vanities
• Game room with regulation-sized pool table
• Third bedroom with twin-over-full bunk bed
• 3 full bathrooms
• Fully furnished kitchen with Calphalon cookware
• Office with printer and futon couch; features satellite Wi-Fi
• Home theater features 75” UHD smart TV with sectional couch and cozy overstuffed chair
• Great room with expansive views, game table and games, plenty of comfortable seating

From a thrilling white water rafting trip in nearby Brown’s Canyon to a tranquil paddleboard on Antero Reservoir, this stunning region of Colorado truly provides something for everyone to appreciate. We invite you to come and enjoy an opportunity to connect with the natural beauty of South Park, Colorado with those whom you cherish most!

The Wild Iris Mountain Lodge is accessible all year; our 2700 square foot home offers 2 master bedrooms with king-sized beds and Smart TV’s, one additional bedroom with a bunk bed, and one office with a futon. Our fully-stocked kitchen and eating area, including a wrap-around deck with 3 areas to grill and dine outside, 3 full bathrooms, a game room equipped with a full-sized pool table, adjacent to a home-theater room, featuring a 75 inch ultra high definition smart TV, accommodates at least 7 guests with a comfortable and fun get-away. Approximately 2 hours from Colorado Springs and a bit over 2 hours from Denver, The Wild Iris Mountain Lodge affords its guests solitude yet accessibility to a myriad of activities for your entire group.


Notice - this property offers a truly remote and alpine experience at 9,600 ft above sea level, which offers unparalleled night-sky views. If you are coming from lower elevations, prepare to adjust to the thin air. Also, inclement weather can occur in the winter months at which time we recommend all wheel drive for the county-maintained 7-mile gravel road.
Guest access
Full access to the house and 2.5 acre property, except for garage and shed

Property manager

Todd D Erickson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Boat on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby

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)

General

  • Unit size: 2700 sq ft (251 sq m)

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Exterior

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 neighborhood

Map
Hartsel, CO

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 43 min drive
  • Buena Vista River Park - 43 min drive
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 52 min drive
  • Arkansas River - 53 min drive
  • Mt. Princeton - 77 min drive

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 130 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from San Isabel National Forest and within 20 mi (32 km) of ResortQuest Ski and Sport Keystone and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Buena Vista River Park and Buena Vista Heritage Museum are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Perfect location for our ladies retreat. We loved the views and the sauna.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

connie o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Get-Away
Perfect house for six adults. We enjoyed the large sitting area with a beautiful view, three bathrooms, pool table, and comfortable family room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
We had a wonderful stay! The house is very comfortable, not to mention the great views!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liza L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a family getaway
Our family loved staying here. The children loved the pool table and walking around the property. The adults loved the views and layout of the home. The host was helpful and communicative. We would definitely stay again. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, exactly as described
Peaceful getaway, clean house with plenty of room. Todd made check in/out very clear and simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Getaway
The property was perfect for our family. We especially loved the large living rooms and the two master bedrooms. The views were spectacular.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation!
What a Great place to relax!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Country experience
Beautiful views, comfortable place to stay, remote location, huge house,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

albert h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Spacious and well furnished with gorgeous views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Quiet
This is an outstanding property in the valley with plenty of outdoor activities to choose from. Great views off the deck, well stocked house, and plenty of space for a large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice digs
Everthing we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Locations and Great House!
We were only here for a couple days but it was exactly what we needed. We sauna'd, worked remotely for a few hours, watched some movies, and relaxed. The views were stunning and the location was quiet. Just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, remote hideaway!
We enjoyed our stay very much. The property was clean, quiet and comfortable. We particularly liked the remote location and the dark skies at night. Found it to be just as advertised, with a welcoming, homey feel. Will come back again for another visit :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Bud D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Distance from paved road
It was 7 miles on dirt road to get to main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Eureka, IL, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Our family had such a great week at this beautiful mountain house! It was nice and clean, and we loved the view and pool table in the basement. Although the roads leading up to the house weren’t in good enough condition to drive to different trailheads every day, we enjoyed spending more time at the cabin and walking along the road. This is a great house for a relaxing mountain vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place close to activities but private
The house is very spacious with a lot of amenities. Our host Todd was amazing...very accommodating and was always checking in to see if we needed anything. The house is located in good proximity to Buena Vista, Fairplay, and loads of hiking trails. Very convenient, yet private with great views. Thank you so much Todd for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Restful. Peaceful. Unmatched quiet and reverie. Ridiculously picturesque views. Thank you, Todd.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility and beauty
Dream Colorado life out here. Beautiful home, amazing views! The place was absolutely amazing, quite and peaceful. Pool table in the basement was a lot of fun. Sauna was beautiful looking over the valley. The owner had amazing communication and did us a favor without any hesitation. This place is HIGHLY recommended for you couples get away or family retreat. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental. Very clean and as advertised.
Super clean and tidy. Tough drive into the property due to heavy rains causing mud. Property was great for our family of of four. Kid friendly for a 7 and 10 year old. Nice basement theater and beds were comfortable. Only complaint is lack of a proper dining table for to eat at at once (weather was too cold and rainy to eat outside). Good proximity to buena vista. Recommend for families.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and beautiful—rare find!
My wife and I stayed at this charming mountain home from New Year’s Eve through my birthday a few days later. Our stay was wonderful! The property has gorgeous views of the surrounding mountain range, and ample space to enjoy the quiet and peace. The stars shine brightly in the pre-dawn hours since this land is far enough away from neighboring towns to not be subject to light pollution. Nearby Buena Vista has great places to eat and the surrounding mountains offer plenty of scenic drives that bring your focus back to nature. The owner was communicative, sending messages a few times during our stay, checking in to make sure we were well taken care of, and that our needs were well covered. I can’t wait to return—this was a rare find, and we hope to return again to share this spot with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location to explore around Buena Vista
The house was very clean and the check-in process was very easy. Todd had excellent communication and provided detail steps on how to use the sauna and other things within the house. We appreciate that they had some basic kitchen necessities like flour, sugar and spices. The sky at night was filled with stars and was really beautiful as well as the sauna was great after a long day hiking in the mountains, we also really like the big screen TV in the basement and the access to Netflix and Disney+.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, lovely house, long dirt road, some maintenance issues.
Everything was as described and the property was very clean and well-equipped. The washer and dryer are nice, there are lots of seasonings in the kitchen, and we had several days’ worth of Keurig cups to get us going. We loved sitting on the deck, watching for wildlife (even saw a bobcat!), and enjoying the beautiful interior of the home. We had a wonderful 10 days in the fall, watching the leaves change before our eyes. Took photos of the stars and Milky Way, changing leaves, and bluebirds! The 7 miles of dirt road to get to the house wore thin on us over 10 days so we won’t book so rural next time when we know we want to go places during our stay. There were some maintenance issues that we will share privately with the owner so they can be fixed.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caden T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times at the Cabin
Stayed here with my Father, and it was a great base camp for our adventures in and around the Buena Vista area. Super clean, super nice, and the hosts are wonderful. Plenty of space for lots of people, and the barrel sauna is particularly lovely. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery
Great house. Did lots of day trips to hike. Loved hanging out on the deck and just relaxing. Wish we would have had more time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You will LOVE it here!
OK, I am biased because my family already has a cabin in the area, but we were thrilled to host our family reunion with the help of Todd and his beautiful home! Half of our family stayed with us, the other half in Todd's cabin. It was clean, had plenty of things to keep the teenagers busy and they LOVED the sauna. The views are outstanding. Truly, this is the best area if you want the beauty and the piece and quiet that comes with the mountains. You are close to so many cool towns, rafting is near by, world-class fly fishing, you name it! We highly recommend this location and working with Todd is fantastic!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024