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Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4116 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin

A beautifully decorated two story family residence adjoining the national forest with 8500 feet elevation, this secluded 9 ½ acres with wonderful mountain views optimizes privacy and a true mountain “get a way”. Your onsite hosts (Michael & Joy Marx) live upstairs. Enjoy the entire downstairs! A large master bedroom with attached full bathroom insures privacy. Relax in the huge living room with wood burning stove & fireplace with full seated hearth. WiFi and TV for movies DVD & VHS in den. Large dining room, breakfast bar, fully equipped Kitchen with refrigerator, gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, regular coffee machine and grinder with tea kettle. The outside wrap around deck offers plenty of outdoor seating facing the breathtaking Square Top Mountain as well as a propane grill. Full Laundry with washer and dryer.
Animal Friendly with dogs allowed. In addition it is the home of Mountain Paws Sled Dogs. See www.mountainpawsdogsledding.com to also book your own sled tour. A complimentary kennel tour is included in your reservation. These are 19 very friendly Alaskan Huskies.

Property manager

Pylar Pinkston

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Includes Vaping and any other type of substance.

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Fishing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1250 sq ft (116 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Doggy door from patio door out to deck.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: There is a nice deck and patio
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Mountain Serenity Log Get Way Upper Blanco Basin Pagosa Springs
Mountain Serenity Log Get Way Upper Blanco Basin
Mountain Serenity Log Get Way
Mountain Serenity Log Cabin Get A Way Upper Blanco Basin
Mountain Serenity Log Cabin Get A Way Upper Blanco Basin

About the neighborhood

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Pagosa Springs, CO

What's nearby

  • Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park - 37 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 43 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 44 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Pagosa Springs Golf Club - 50 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 71 min drive - 66.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 111 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin located?

Situated in Pagosa Springs, this cabin is within 20 mi (32 km) of Crater Lake Trail, San Juan Historical Museum, and Reservoir Hill Park. Sheep Creek Trail and Hippy Dip Hot Spring are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Mountain Serenity - Log Cabin Get A Way in Majestic Upper Blanco Basin Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Rand R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cancelled
25 minutes from paved roads. No cell phone service No internet 3 Adults… 1 Double bed… second bed upstairs but upstairs was blocked off and no sheets,pillows,blanket anywhere in house… guess we were supposed to sleep on the floor! Tried direct connection to router when WiFi didn’t work… no internet connection period! Drove 25 minutes back down dirt road to call host… no answer! Drove another hour … checked into motel DO NOT BOOK!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Awesome mountain getaway
Very relaxing spot! Love all the dogs.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Robin T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Secluded, Dog Friendly, Shared House
Fine for a short disconnected vacation. Pros: -Private, secluded, beautiful area and views from the patio - great place to relax -Lots of wildlife in the area -Patio had plenty of comfy furniture to put your feet up and enjoy the outdoors (take bug spray for evenings) -Lots of space and open floorplan - plus the furnishings complement the cabin in the woods feel - leather sofas were uber comfy -Comfy bed -Dog friendly with dog door and fenced area -Friendly onsite hosts -Plenty of movies and board games Cons: -This is not a private place. The upstairs, where the host stays, is connected by a staircase but no door separates the two areas. So, we could hear and see them if they passed the stairs at the same time we did. Additionally, the host used the down stairs laundry room several times a day, which is connected to the kitchen and only has a thin curtain separating the areas / no door. We were expecting the living areas to be a significantly more private get-a-way. Moreover, it's Aug 2020 and COVID-19 is still spreading and I was counting on the promised CDC cleaning procedures, which would include at least 1 day without anyone living there; however, it appears the hosts were not included in the promised isolation. -Dirty - many items and counter tops were dusty or sticky, so much so, we felt it necessary to clean the dishes, glasses, and counter tops -No AC and the bedroom has no outdoor facing windows so we could not cool it down easily -Although it might be a temporary problem, the intended guest Internet (DSL) did not work while we were there. Thus, if you plan to work, you should contact the host to check on the current Internet performance. Fortunately, the hosts graciously shared their alternative Internet connection (via satellite), which at least enabled us to browse web pages and check email. - No cell service for ATT - The TV is 3:4 standard definition, if you plan to play video games or watch saved movies you should have an HDMI->RCA converter. Make sure you hike Opal Lake (very close). It provides many beautiful views and a nice workout with some uphill trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kris S., Dallas, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
This is a great escape. patio was delightful. House was great. Hosts were great. It is a far drive from town, so we mostly hiked nearby on our 3 night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Vernon M., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Our Cool Getaway
This was a pleasant, secluded hideaway on the mountain side with dense forest and nearby hiking trails, scenic water falls and numerous outdoor activities. The cabin itself was not as advertised in the website. The property managers reside in the main floor of the cabin and when we arrived they were absent except for their dog, which was old and crippled. The door was unlocked and we were told (via email) by the managers that the dog would be there and that we could just move in when we arrived; and that they would return later in the day. With our occupancy the managers moved to second floor. A stairway beside the dining table led the the second floor; and, the managers told us they would not need to use it while we were there as they had access to the 2nd floor from the outside rear of the cabin. Their household supplies and some clothing were where they normally kept them on the main floor; but they had made room in the cabinets and refrigerator for our food supplies that we brought with us. The main floor was spacious with a dining table and chairs that seated 8, a large den area, and a bedroom with an adjoining small bathroom, the only one on the main floor. Outside the cabin was a fenced dog kennel area, home to 19 sled dogs all chained to their individual dog houses.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Santa Fe USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AmaZing, cozy warm winter land!
First of all! You would think staying at the home of a dog musher a loud, furry experience.... quite the opposite! The home is very cozy, warm, clean and well appropriated. Joy, the Host and leader of the pack, has a happy pack of true Alaskan Huskies who are well kept and quiet. We were constantly entertained by dogs and were well instructed by Joy when we wanted to join in and help with the huskies. My kids are 12 and 9 and we all enjoyed helping out with the dogs. Sometimes we preferred to rest, ski, sled or explore the area and Joy is so organized operates so smoothly that we didn’t even know they were there. Joy and Michael have a perfect hosts and they have the best sled collection and we had the BEST TIME SLEDDING!! the ski hill and Pagosa Springs are easy drives from the house. We were there for a big winter snow and Michael helped us learn to put on chains like a pro. The quiet of the home is wonderful, the area is VERY PICTURESQUE AND DREAMY. Do not miss this AMAZING vacation spot!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Such a beautiful place
This is such a great place to stay. I am very late with this well deserved review. This place is Awesome and a rustic treasure set in a picture perfect place. The Mountain View’s are spatacular. The owner is so sweet!!! The place is warm and cozy with so many cabin decorations. The house was stocked with all the right essentials. We stayed for 10 days and we were very sad to leave. My husband and our Jack Russell enjoyed our stay. We took Daily walks and saw deer almost every time. Easy trips into town where you travel down the beautiful dirt road. You truly feel tucked away from everything. The last day there we even saw a brown bear. If you are looking for a great peaceful place tucked away but still able to get into town. This is a fantastic place. Oh and there is a creek near by and a great hiking trail to a peaceful lake. I am hoping to stay here from years to come.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Great Place Owners very hospitable
very quiet place to stay and relax nice and well kept owners personally invited us to join them at a party they were having for their friends and went out of there way to make us feel welcome
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kent G.

Everything you dream of in a Colorado cabin!
The Snowbird Lodge is a peaceful getaway nestled in the Colorado back-country. The Blanco Basin is as pretty as it gets. Nearby trails into the South San Juan Wilderness are plentiful and provide an amazing amount of country for hikers, photographers, etc. The cabin has everything you need and is in a very remote yet accessible area only 20 minutes to the beautiful little town of Pagosa Springs.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L., Crowley, Texas

Beautifully decorated, private and serene cabin in the woods.
We enjoyed our stay at Snowbird. It is the most peaceful, secluded cabin we have stayed in. An occasional vehicle on the forest road below is the only sound of civilization heard. The cabin is full of rustic hand crafted furniture and art that adds to the experience. The spacious deck is perfect for viewing the abundant wildlife and enjoying the serenity and cool mountain air. Fishing at Leche Creek is a short hike away as well as the trailhead. The Opal lake trailhead is a short drive away and a beautiful hike up to the lake. The owner is friendly and accommodating, and quickly responds to questions via email or phone. We will definitely return to Snowbird in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William F., South

six mountain lovers
Loved the place-very large and accommodating. Took old friends and one of our children and her husband. Place is remote and quiet. Loved having dinner each night on the deck with ample tables and chairs, cooked all meals there, which I loved, and enjoyed a couple of shopping trips into town. Did take advantage of the springs one afternoon. Great place for families or adults. All was in readiness when we arrived. Overseer came by to check on us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Connie M.

Cabin is on a large beautiful lot with many trees. It has plenty of room for families & pets.
The owners, Pylar & Keith, were very helpful during our stay. There was plenty of wood for the fireplace & wood stove & that kept the cabin toasty warm. The main living room was comfortable with multiple sitting areas. The kitchen & bathrooms could use some updating. There were many pots, pans, utensils, etc. but they were pretty well worn and jammed into cabinets. The bathroom showers definitely needed new shower heads & plastic curtains liners. We enjoyed our winter mountain experience. The skiers in the group were very happy with the lift ticket prices & the great accumulation of fresh powder. The drive from the cabin was about 45 minutes to Wolf Creek so a reasonable drive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nature's Cabin
This is my wife and I's second stay at this cabin. The cabin is located deep in God's beautiful San Juan mountains with gorgeous views all around. There are 9 acres to explore which the cabin sits on. There are natural wildlife trails close to the cabin. From the cabin we have seen Elk, deer, turkey and a first for us, a snow shoe hare. If you look up towards the heavens you will see a variety of birds including red tail Hawks and if you are blessed an American Bald Eagle. The cabin is beautiful itself. Rustic and very comfortably furnished. You can tell the moment you walk in the cabin was decorated with love and a keen eye for detail. If you decide to leave the cabin, there are steams to fish, trails to hike and 4 wheel drive trails to explore. Pagosa Springs is close by with great restaurants and shopping. If you want to truly relax, I highly recommend this cabin.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sky and Cheryl P.

Tucked away in the mountains
This is a beautiful cabin tucked away in the woods on the edge of the San Juan national forest. A great rustic cabin that allows one to get away and unwind. Love sitting by the large fireplace or cast iron wood burning stove. A charming place to enjoy the beauty of nature and a scenic drive to the ski resort. Have been here several times and love all the seasons. Skiing at spring break or hiking or horseback riding through the colorful Apen leaves in the fall are a must.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Colorado Get Away
Our family has been visiting this Colorado Cabin for many years. We enjoy the fact that it is hidden in the tall trees and we can get away from our hectic routines. The upstairs bunkroom has windows on 3 sides and you feel like you are in a tree house nestled in the forest. We usually stay in March and enjoy going to Wolf Creek Ski Resort. We have also been in the summer and enjoyed a trail ride. Don't forget to stop and get a Malt and the Malt Shoppe while you are in town.