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Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande

Happy Place Cabin

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Happy Place Cabin. This secluded and rustic house will charm every lucky guest as soon as they step inside! Great for families, this two-story log cabin offers that much-needed rustic charm that will surely help you leave all of your worries behind. Consisting of a main bedroom and two bedrooms, the open floor plan will be great for gatherings as it combines the kitchen, living room, and dining area together–no one will ever feel left out here! If you visit during cold months, the gas fireplace will keep everyone warm in the blink of an eye. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances needed to surprise your group with tasty and warm meals. Wind down in the large and snuggly sofa and watch your favorite TV shows, or challenge your group to any of the board games available–boredom doesn't stand a chance here! If you'd like more of solo time, you can grab any book you like and head over to the patio to read. Plus, there is an extended driveway that is perfect for accommodating multiple vehicles or trailers with ATVs, snowmobiles, or other toys you may want to bring along!

What's nearby:
Happy Place Cabin is located on a quiet, private street with walking access to Río Grande river where you can try your hand at rafting, tubing, kayaking, and fishing! Downtown South Fork is less than two miles away where you can find a great variety of restaurants and stores. The popular Wolf Creek Ski Area is 25 miles away–skiers and snowboarders should totally take advantage of the proximity! Plus, the home backs up to the National Forest and the lot is perfect for sledding in the winter.

Things to know:
Full kitchen
Free WiFi
Dog-friendly for a small, nightly fee!

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Colorado

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1404 sq ft (130 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 10:00 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
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

30330

About the neighborhood

Map
South Fork, CO

What's nearby

  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Coller State Wildlife Area - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 29 min drive - 32.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Firehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers BBQ - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande located?

Located in Rio Vista Estates, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rio Grande and Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Rustic, dog-friendly house w/ gas fireplace - near Río Grande Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice area! Loved the views
Great area, lots of wildlife. Cabin needs repairs and appliances need updating. Stair rails were unsafe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Eric C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice location….subpar house
Nice, quiet location next to the river, however, the house could use some updates. Not at all baby friendly with many hazardous outlets and rigged electrical. Lofts are physically difficult to climb to if you’re older and have nobility issues. There was also a very strong smell of lacquer/polyurethane which took a day or two to dissipate after keeping the house open and ventilated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice
Loved the outside yard. Since there is such little grass, we REALLY appreciated the nice grass yard. Outdoor area was very neat and tidy and perfect for us and the dogs. Very roomy in the house. Made us feel comfortable and not cramped at all. Lots of hand soap at the sinks but only had one very tiny soap to share for both showers for 5 days. Kind of strange. I would say that had to be the housekeeping staff that did not make sure everything was stocked appropriately. Very friendly and quiet neighborhood. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Super cabin for winter
We always enjoy staying here when we ski at Wolf Creek. The kitchen is well stocked with equipment and the cabin is very clean. We especially appreciate the use of the washer and dryer. The only drawback is that the lofts get very hot from the furnace on the ground floor. We have to use the box fans upstairs for the kids, which we are grateful to have provided in this property. The beds on the front loft could use a mattress upgrade, but all in all it is a very comfortable cabin! The hosts left easily followed instructions for all the features, including Wi-Fi and TV. We will be returning for our next ski trip. Thank you to our property owners and hosts! ☺️

8/10 Good

Tracy R.

Cozy cottage is the right description
Stayed for 4 days to ski at Wolf Creek. Great location for access to skiing. Cottage was clean and roomy. The master bedroom was a little on the chilly side but once we figured out the bathroom heater we were able to balance out the temperature. The shower is a little tight - especially for our tall kids and my tall husband, but it was clean and it worked well so that's really what matters. On the downside, we were unable to locate a big trash can outside to get rid of trash (property manager happened by on checkout day and took the trash) but we ended up having to drive off with our final trash in the back of our vehicle. Other than that we would definitely rent again - especially in the summer - great location, great cabin layout and awesome value.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
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8/10 Good

Olivia V.

Ski trip
We loved the space, and the fact that we had room to unwind after skiing all day. The house was comfortable and the heat sources were great. The kids enjoyed playing with the sleds and watching the deer each day. We cooked meals and had breakfast before leaving to ski. The kids also loved the games that were furnished in the home. This home is comfortable and clean and great for two families. We had a great time and enjoyed our stay at Happy cabin. The only issue we had was dealing with the microwave. It kept tripping the breaker, so we just decided to heat milk and water for hot cocoa on the stove. We were able to warm things in the oven and get around the not being able to use the microwave. My only other recommendation is to bring paper goods, so you’re not washing a lot of dishes. There is not a dishwasher and for us it was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great space didn’t feel welcomed by owners
The property was nice and the location was perfect. It was well stocked as well. The first day after inquiring we were told we couldn’t use garage as advertised as the owners had changed what the we’re allowing. In addition we were told we could put out a tent and first day when we put up a canary we were told the owners were upset and we had to take it down because of sprinkler system. The sprinkler system was constantly on so you had to move anything you did on the yard depending on the sprinklers. We like to be outside rain or shine but that was tough with no Canapy because of sprinklers. We also had Someone driving by staring at us. We believe it was the owners checking on us. This is why we felt unwelcomed. Disappointing when you pay that much money to feel unwelcomed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta O.

Great vacation spot
The cabin is close to fun things to do, see and eat and it was really nice accomodations
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10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Perfect getaway spot!
We absolutely loved our stay! The cabin is at the foot of the mountain and just so peaceful. We always feel at home when we stay here. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town 7/2-7/6 for work. Our whole family worked a concession stand in creede and we were so thankful to have a great place to rest in our off time. The happy place cabin was so nice and clean and well stocked. It was in a great location right next to rail bikes and had four bikes to ride around the land. It was so beautiful. We used the grill to cookout the last night we were there and it worked great. Plenty of laundry pods were left to wash a few loads, dish soap, hand soap and lots of dishes. Outside was a very handy fire pit with firewood. We left some mosquito spray for the next tenants because they will get cha lol. We had a great experience and hope to return next year as we are around every summer for this event! Thanks Happly place cabin! We appreciate that you welcomed us with all the necessary items for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bambi P.

Perfect for our family of six
Our experience at The Happy Place Cabin was perfect for our family of six (plus our dog). The kids loved having the lofts to retreat to at the end of the day. The kitchen and its set up were great. I loved having a second table in the living area. We used it as our game table. The property is well maintained. My kids had never been to Colorado. They are ready to return and have requested to stay in the same cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean cabin with great layout and bonus features
This clean cabin had everything I could dream of and more. It was well-organized. Little signs everywhere showed how to use the washer and dryer, TV, lights, and more. The kitchen was loaded with handy items: crock pots, toasters, waffle maker, and plenty of cookware and utensils. Basic supplies included salt and pepper, spices, ice, cooking oil, paper towels, dish and laundry soap, and hygiene items. It felt like the owner was very thoughtful about guests' needs. The ground floor bedroom and two lofts worked well for my family. Just be sure to let people with bad knees or poor balance stay on the ground floor as the loft stairs are steep. The location at the end of the subdivision made our stay feel private, yet it was close enough to Creede, Wolf Creek Pass, and the San Luis Valley to be the perfect base camp for our adventures. Thank you for a great family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

AWESOME
Everything was perfect. Everything needed was available. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Peaceful and relaxing!
We had such a great time at the cabin! This was our second time to stay here. It had everything we needed. The surroundings are so beautiful and peaceful. We highly recommend staying here!
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8/10 Good

James M.

Happy place
Location cabin style
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colorado off road trip
Great communication with property manager. Rustic cabin with beautiful views. Master bedroom dark, could have used an overhead light
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

CAROL D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
This is a great cabin off the busy roads. It has one bedroom & two bathrooms downstairs. Then 2 lofts with several beds. The kitchen is well stocked & plenty of towels & extra bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Eli G.

Perfect getaway home
Great home and area to getaway! Mountain view from the cabin and river view a few steps away. Had everything we need for our family, including dogs.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Tulsa, OK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Men's ski trip
Our group of 9 guys (late 20s/early 30s) stayed at the lodge while skiing Wolf Creek a short 25 mins away. We cooked our meals 3/4 nights at the cabin with the existing kitchen equipment. The cabin comfortably sleeps 7 men but the couch can be used as another sleeping area and we brought a queen sized blowup mattress that fit in the master bedroom. Overall great stay and the price was great for the area during peak ski season.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

jason d.

Definitely a happy place!
The cabin has plants of room for everyone to stretch out- short drive to town and right off the rio grande

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely location, cozy cabin
Great location. Beautiful area, the deer came down in the evening which was fantastic. Communication was a little difficult. I guess this is run by company, and they didn't want to communicate via the messaging system, and then they were very unclear about whether or not I needed to bring wood for the gas fireplace. FYI the gas fireplace does not require wood, and wood is not provided for the outdoor fire pit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

deanna b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Cozy.
This house had every appliance and full equipped kitchen. Felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

We loved the Happy Cabin!
What a great stay we had! The cabin was perfect. Our kids loved it and I know we’ll be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Definitely a Happy Place!
My wife and I and our border collie absolutely loved this cabin. It was well supplied and in a very quiet neighborhood. Skiing at wolf creek was a short 25-30 minute drive. The 2 gas fireplaces kept the cabin cozy warm when it was in the single digits outside. We can’t wait to come back to stay and enjoy the powder snow and all the outdoor recreation the area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy and John M.

Perfect cabin getaway
Loved our stay at Happy Place Cabin. Had everything we needed for a relaxing week. Beautiful view, great hiking and fishing right there. Can’t wait to go back!