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Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bathroomSleeps 346 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073

Remote yet easily accessible, this is a perfect year round retreat. Originally built in 1885, every surface has been restored and upgraded, including exposed logs, bronze counters and custom tile work.

The historic cabin is about 500 square feet and has an open floor plan. There's a comfy queen size bed with all the sheets, pillows and blankets you'll need. The kitchen, although small, is fully stocked with cookware and everything you'll want but the food. There's a small fridge and freezer, stove and oven. In the winter, you'll find the cabin stocked with firewood and kindling, and there's also electric baseboard heat. The cabin has Wi-Fi internet and cell phones get excellent reception. There's a flat screen TV with HDMI, a DVD player, and DVD library for your enjoyment. You'll also find some board gamesl and cards in a dresser drawer. Time and again guests say the bathroom is their favorite room, with an antique ash bucket converted into a sink, and unique details throughout.

For those not familiar with the historic town of Twin Lakes, it is nestled along Hwy 82 which continues over Independence Pass and into Aspen (about 40 miles) in the summer. The drive is so spectacular that it has been listed in the book "1,000 Places to See Before You Die". The activity of the summer months ends from November- May, when the Pass closes along with the local shops and Inns. Year round you'll be 20 miles (in opposite directions) from both Buena Vista (you'll love Cottonwood Hot Springs, river rafting and Eddyline- the local brewery and gourmet pizzeria) and Leadville (ski at Cooper, ride the train and go antiquing). Or maybe best of all, you can stay put and enjoy endless outdoor activities on the lake, or on hiking, skiing, snow shoe and biking trails. The Leadville 100 even puts a station outside our front gate!

Property manager

Walter Williams

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledding 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: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

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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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $35 one time pet fee!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: one queen size bed. You can put a kid on the floor

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Off Beaten Path This Renovated Showcases Raw Beauty Colorado
Cabin Cabin
Cabin Twin Lakes
Cabin Cabin Twin Lakes

About the neighborhood

Map
Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Interlaken Trail - 10 min drive
  • Twin Lakes - 28 min drive
  • Independence Pass - 28 min drive
  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 28 min drive
  • Mount Elbert - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Twin Lakes Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Twin Lakes Inn Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Perkolated Peaks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Inn of The Black Wolf - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dayton Room At Twin Lakes Inn - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073 located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Interlaken Trail, Arkansas River, and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. San Isabel National Forest and Independence Pass are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Off the Beaten Path Historic Cabin Surrounded By Raw Beauty STRL #2025-073 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent getaway in a cute rustic cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and loved the charming cabin. Perfect place for an anniversary getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Perfect cabin, perfect location, amazing host!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible!
The best place in a beautiful location with everything you need!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the miners cabin
This is our 3rd time visiting and will do it again. Peaceful and serine. The mountains are breathtaking.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter vacation
Very nice. Excellent host communication. Excellent choice for a vacation stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Cabin Getaway
Set in the small town of Twin Lakes, this historic cabin was cozy and comfortable. It includes all you need for a wonderful getaway. The hosts were gracious and informative. We would absolutely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
We spent 12 day there did a lot of hiking with the pup not a bad view anywhere. Will be going back Thanks Walter
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

For nature and outdoor sports lovers: Beautiful mountain cabin, peaceful hideaway
Beautiful mountain cabin, hidden away among beautiful views! We saw bears, dipped in the lake, went running, walking in the snow, mountain biking, and enjoyed the fresh air! I can't wait to return....

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply amazing
Can’t express enough how perfect this cabin is. Best location, has everything you need, and Walter is the best guy ever! We were in town for the Leadville 100 and it was the perfect place to have for the 8+ hrs the crew spent in town for the out and back section. And the movie library!!! Thank you so much!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
If you are looking to experience what it would be like to step back into history and understand what it would have been like to live in the west in the late 1800s with some convenient modifications, this place is perfect! We loved it! Walter and Jessica did such a great job of making this place cozy without erasing the history of what it is. The view is also pretty amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lois M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect winter getaway!
My husband and I were looking for a cabin with a fireplace or wood burning stove off the beaten winter path and we found it here. We’ve camped at Twin Lakes for years, but never been in winter. We loved hiking the gorgeous lower Mt. Elbert trail & didn’t need snowshoes as we thought we might since it was packed snow. It was perfect to then return to our cute, comfy & cozy log cabin. Although small, it had all we needed and the 2 comfortable recliners were awesome!!! And the DVD player & movies provided night time relaxation. Will definitely visit this cabin again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very cozy cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
My wife and I loved the scenic and rustic cabin, it really helped to add to our weekend getaway. The location is perfect and the size was great for an intimate weekend together.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint , rustic cozy cabin
We had a delightful stay for 2 days and 2 nights. Perfect arrangement with all the needed accommodations. The cabin was so comfortable and in a outstanding location for breathtaking views, hiking trails, general store , restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Twin Lakes
Absolutely beautiful location. Lots of nearby great hiking and views to share. Wonderful food at Inn and food trucks and super art gallery.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful and peaceful getaway!
This is a perfect spot if you are looking for a peaceful place away from the hustle and bustle that mountain towns can experience in the summers. Great location for day trips to close towns with all the folks if you want that too! I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dean W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Locked out!
Called and called, and no one would call me back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uriel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Such a peaceful cabin. Cozy and warm. It was a great getaway with beautiful scenery in the winter. Property manager was great with great communication. Would definitely rent this cabin again! Thanks Walt!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B., Wichita

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay 2022
The cabin was quite cozy! We were traveling for the first time with our 2 big dogs and they enjoyed lying on the floor near the woodstove on the very chilly nights!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin with breathtaking views
Quaint little cabin with lots of opportunities to unplug. Hubby and I enjoyed the feeling of leaving the busyness of the city while still knowing people are close by. Twin Lakes has trails and plenty of places to fish. The owners of the general store were super friendly and helpful. We hope to visit again. Maybe we’ll try the summer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+. They had everything you need and was perfect!
Great area to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl C., Huron, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin Lakes cabin
This is a charming cabin in an authentic old mining town. Mountains all around. Peace. Quiet. Isolation. Attentive manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described!
This cabin was a good value for the location and price. We loved that it is located right in Twin Lakes with easy walking distance to the general store, food trucks, and visitor center. The property is just as described in the listing and the owners were very responsive. The cabin had all the essentials and some extras. The area is somewhat of a wetland, so the mosquitoes and flies were quite numerous during our stay. We were not able to open the door or windows because there are no screens, so it does get a little stuffy inside in the summer. Thanks Walter and Jessica!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday vacation
Beautiful property! Very gracious Hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location.
Comfortable and quiet location near the downtown area of Twin Lakes. Has a kitchen with stove, fridge/freezer, and microwave. Would sleep 2.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022