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5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, CO
  • Place, Buena Vista River Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

guest room 2: on 1st floor

1 Double Bed

Quest room 1 on 1st floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2.5

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks

Some vacation rentals are just a place to sleep. This one is where community happens.

Welcome to the South Main Gathering House — a fully loaded 5-bedroom craftsman in the heart of Buena Vista's most beloved neighborhood. Whether you're here for a family reunion, a friends' getaway, or a multi-family adventure trip, this home was built for exactly that.

DESIGNED FOR TOGETHERNESS
The open great room, kitchen, and dining area flow together so no one gets left out of the conversation. Cook together at the large island bar (seats 4), gather around the gas fireplace, or throw open the French doors to the fenced backyard for grilling and golden-hour mountain views. The gated front porch is a favorite for kids, coffee, and watching Buena Vista wake up.

🛏 FIVE BEDROOMS, EVERYONE SLEEPS WELL (sleeps 10–11)
- Primary suite: King, private bath, private balcony with mountain views
- Bedroom 2: Queen + twin bunk (great for families)
- Bedroom 3: Queen
- Bedroom 4: Full bed
- Bedroom 5: Queen
- 2 full baths upstairs + half bath on main level

🏔 THE BEST LOCATION IN SOUTH MAIN
Known as "the green and red craftsman on the right" as you enter the neighborhood, this home puts you steps from the Arkansas River whitewater park, Eddyline Restaurant & Brewery, and Buena Vista's best trails and parks. The Collegiate Peaks are right outside your window.

Raft the Arkansas. Bike the trails. Ski Monarch. Soak in the hot springs. Then come home to the porch, fire up the grill, and let the alpenglow do the rest.

We're proud of our reviews — they'll tell you everything you need to know.

Dept. of Revenue #41554486 | STR-023

Keywords: South Main · Buena Vista · Arkansas River · whitewater · rafting · kayaking · fly fishing · mountain biking · cycling · hiking · bouldering · rock climbing · hot springs · Monarch · Ski Cooper · Copper Mountain · Collegiate Peaks · Sawatch Range · Leadville · Salida · hot air balloons · scenic drives · family reunion · group retreat · craftsman · walkable · alpenglow

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
With prior approval and pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this holiday home is in the mountains. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Buena Vista River Park.
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Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista River Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arkansas River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stedman's Ice Cream - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chocolatte - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Mezcaleria Y Cerveceria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Station 24 Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks on 11 July 2026 start from NZ$1,138, 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.

How much is parking at 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5BR - South Main's Iconic Green Craftsman Retreat - Steps to River & Parks located?

This family-friendly Buena Vista holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 5-minute walk of Buena Vista River Park and Arkansas River. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Buena Vista Heritage Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 102 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is awesome, clean, and in a great location. Communication with the host was easy and quick!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic house that is a perfect base for exploring all the amazing things in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merritt A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location! Right in the center of BV. Easy access to downtown, trails, and the river. Beautiful house with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming, comfortable home! Beautifully located just outside of downtown in a quiet neighborhood. Very convenient for the wedding we were attending at the Surf Hotel! The owners were very responsive and accommodating. They were even able to get us in a little early as we arrived earlier than expected! The surrounding scenery is breathtaking!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk E.

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

Awesome stay as always!

Three generations of our family stay at one of the owners properties each year for the last 8 years. We always enjoy their hospitality and the great location of the properties. This stay was great as ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

J F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great having a fenced yard for our dogs. The house is definitely family friendly. Our only problem was getting it cool enough in the house. The weather in Colorado was warmer than expected (not anyone's fault). There is no A/C and we couldn't figure out the system. We all brought clothes for cold and ended up buying T shirts to stay comfortable inside. I guess we could have contacted the host but since it was Christmas we didn't want to bother him. Still, I would highly recommend this house. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk E.

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

Great Vacation!

Great location and awesome stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Great Place and Location

I bring a team each year to serve the BV community. They loved the house and its location. Very clean and had everything they needed when they were not out in the community.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home in every way! Perfect location for everything in Buena Vista (much of it walkable). Right next to the Arkansas River. Home is beautiful, with everything you could need, clean, and well cared for. Neighborhood is wonderful. I can’t say enough good things about our stay in this beautiful home and its helpful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Five Star Stay

House is lovely and in a great location. Wonderful family vacation place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica A.

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

Great location

We attended a wedding here in Buena vista with my family. The location was perfect and the home had plenty of space for all of us. Beautiful inside and out. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

BV 2025 Family Trip

First, the owner was fantastic to work with - very responsive and helpful. Second, the location is perfect for enjoying the best of BV, and finally, the home had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Will be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Wonderful home in a great location!

Such a great home and so close to the river and all of downtown BV. You can walk to trails, the river and town! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

Wedding inBV

Excellent place to stay. Would definitely come again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sam n.

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

Great location in BV

We like the South Main area of BV close to the river and parks and this house was great for our family of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery V.

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

Our favorite VRBO

We stay in properties throughout the world and every year we come back to this property in Buena Vista because of the location and the beautiful house. It's the perfect family home and we are already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Great Location

Easy walk to shops and restaurants!! The house is wonderful! Had all the amenities our large family needed! Great backyard that the kids loved playing in! Wonderful spot and would book again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Great House

This was a perfect place for our large family, lovely back yard and front porch and easy walking distance to the shops and restaurants downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery V.

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

Great Family Gathering House

This is our second year staying at this property and we will be back next year! From the front porch rocking chairs to the well-stocked kitchen, it's our family favorite place to gather in Buena Vista!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi H.

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

Amazing stay for families

This home was amazing. The home itself was so lovely, large bedrooms, beautiful windows, balcony and patio. Fantastic backyard for little ones to play unstructured. Quiet home and neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra and Tim L.

Perfect house for family gathering!

We had the most amazing stay in BV this past week for my daughters wedding. The layout and size of this house was perfect for our family. The house had everything we needed. I can't wait to come back and visit. It is an absolutely beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Two weeks in August

We had a grand time in Buena Vista in August. The location of the house is perfect to all of the recreational activities like the Ark River, trails, restaurants, etc. The house was perfect, and the front porch was excellent!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

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

Buena Vista Wedding

We had a great time and the house was awesome! We had me and my wife, 2 daughters and 2 son in laws, and 3 grand kids. We all loved the house, location, etc. thanks for allowing us to stay at this beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette F.

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

Excellent Place

Have stayed here before. Wonderful home to stay in. Plenty of room, clean, close to everything! Loved it! We will be back! Thank you for sharing your place! 5+ stars for sure👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaye E.

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

What a wonderful house!

We were visiting Buena Vista for a family wedding. Our group consisted of a multi generational group, and this house had everything we needed. We have stayed in several homes over the years, and this one was at the top of the list, kudos to the owners who anticipated our every need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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