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Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES!

Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES!

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Quiet, untouched snow to the Casita.
12/9/23
Sitting area blanketed in snow!
12/9/23
Welcome to Piñon Flats at Rancho Arturo!
Com on in!
Relax on the large redwood deck!

Overview of Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 682 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Westcliffe, CO
  • Popular LocationSilver Cliff Museum47 min drive
  • Popular LocationHermit Park50 min drive
  • AirportCanon City, CO (CNE-Fremont County)66 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyal Gorge Bridge100 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

License Plate Room

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES!

Experience an off-grid vacation at Piñon Flats, a smoke-free, two-bedroom, one bath, full kitchen cabin/casita, sleeps 4 nestled in the beautiful Wet Mountains! You have the whole cabin and property to yourself! Relish the view of the 9,030' McKinley Mountain from the deck and 360° outdoor living areas. Kick back, relax and enjoy Lenticular cloud formations.

Walk the land the Ute Indians traveled for hunting and gathering to see Culturally Modified Trees used for marking routes and sun positions as verified by a local archaeologist. Walking tours personally guided upon request! We gratefully hold the responsibility of taking care of this land as those who came before us.

Lounge on the front deck for your morning coffee or relax to the beautiful sunsets. Watch mule deer graze and you may even see a Golden Eagle or Redtail Hawk soaring above as they search for their next meal. Gaze at the Milky Way, meteor showers and eclipses from the hammocks. Amateur or professional astronomers – this is a must see!

There are multiple outdoor sitting areas. Play horseshoes or cornhole out back of the casita. Or if you feel like going for a hike, walk the 2-mile Durfee Circle to view the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Piñon Flats has a wide variety of wildflowers, cacti, Piñon, Ponderosa and Juniper trees.

Pinon Flats is off-grid with all electrical needs provided by the solar panels and batteries. When the sun is scarce, there is a back-up propane generator to insure all your electrical needs are met. Water is drawn from the well and wastewater is treated in an on-site septic system. Mountain Wi-Fi is available for work or zooming.

When your day of enjoying the outdoors is over, the casita’s fully stocked kitchen makes preparing any meal easy to refuel for your next day adventures. There is a refrigerator/freezer and gas stove/oven. Appliances include: coffee maker, pots, pans, crockpot, 3-burner propane grill (plates and silverware, too.) All you need to bring is food! Lounge around in the warmth of the wood pellet stove (pellets provided) or propane heaters during winter months. Watch the smart TV, listen to music on the MP3/CD player, read or play board games and talk around the unique custom-made dining table. It even glows at night! Starlink Internet for faster and reliable service!

The bathroom has a hot shower, sink and toilet. Towels, eco-friendly soap and shampoo/conditioner are provided.

The Mountain bedroom has a queen size bed and the License-plate room has 2 single beds all furnished with Pendleton wool blankets. Mountain-aired blankets, sheets and pillows are provided for all beds.

The casita is smoke-free, so only vaping indoors is allowed. 420 friendly.

Extended-Stay is up to 29 consecutive nights.

Property manager

LeAnn and Doug Bair
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great place for kids!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside. Smoking area on deck.
No Smoking in the cabin. There is a butt bucket outside on the deck. No campfires or fireworks anytime. Cannabis vaping is permitted indoors.
Please see ADDITIONAL HOUSE RULES are listed under "Rental Agreement" tab.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Westcliffe

Located in Westcliffe, this cabin is in the mountains. Lower Grape Creek Wilderness Study Area and Hermit Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Smokey Jack Observatory and Journey Quest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Westcliffe, CO

What's nearby

  • Silver Cliff Museum - 47 min drive
  • Hermit Park - 50 min drive
  • Smokey Jack Observatory - 51 min drive
  • Temple Canyon Park - 95 min drive
  • Royal Gorge Bridge - 100 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Cabin, Off-Grid Retreat near Westcliffe, CO EXTENDED-STAY RATES! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Lower Grape Creek Wilderness Study Area, Silver Cliff Museum and Hermit Park. Smokey Jack Observatory and Rudolph Mountain Trailhead are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lucy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, quiet, fun, moldy
Gorgeous area. Lots of deer sighting. Simple, clean, fun house. Quality-time things available to use inside and out. I love the bright colors they used in decorating. The photos don't do the rooms justice, especially the spacious Kitchen-dining-living room with its cozy pellet stove. Textured concrete floors were cool in the mornings (we had our slippers), but super easy to clean - ideal for having littles along. Good to know: The couch in the living room is a futon - could sleep 2 (making 6 total sleep spots in the Casita). The cabin is very remote - about 30 minutes from town. Driving directions are complex but thorough and the dirt roads need AWD close to the end. And unfortunately, for those who are mold sensitive, we definitely had symptoms here, despite work they've clearly done to prevent water damage (reason I bumped my review down to 4 stars).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Mountain Getaway
This place is amazing, it was exactly what we needed. We were treated with an early mountain snow storm and truly enjoyed every moment. The photos do not do the cabin justice, it is cozy and beautiful. The owners have thought of everything and are a very friendly couple who came to check on us when we arrived and when it was snowing to clear the porch and solar panels. There were even fresh baked cookies! The cabin is so well thought out with picturesque views from every window. Kitchen was well appointed with everything we needed to make our meals, we stopped at the grocery in Pueblo before heading up the mountain. The weather was warm when we arrived and we enjoyed the hammocks while the sun was shining. Peace, privacy, mountain scenery, fresh air, and huge piñon trees made this off grid experience one we wont forget!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
The cabin was wonderful, very cozy. We stayed here and made day trips, very convenient. It was very relaxing to come back to the cabin and just enjoy the peacefulness of the evening. The view of all the stars at night was beautiful. One morning we were greeted by six mule deer on the front lawn. Leann was absolutely wonderful. We enjoyed visiting with her and sharing stories. Would definitely recommend this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MJ H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully peaceful!
What a gorgeous setting! So quiet and peaceful! Sitting on the front porch, snuggled in blankets with a hot drink, staring at trees and mountains is a great way to spend a rainy afternoon. Hiking from the house is also available. The house is cozy and exceptionally clean. Individually colored bath towels for each guest. Kitchen nicely stocked with quality cooking items. Strong Wifi. Pellet stove easy to use, gave nice ambience and warmth. Look forward to a second visit
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite spot for star gazing!
Best place we’ve found for watching meteor showers. I saw my first fireball - it was magnificent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by LeAnn and Doug Bair

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Mountain living is the place to be for us who originally came from North Dakota and Ohio/Michigan/New Mexico. Our cabin is across the road at 1790 Durfee Circle. We spend our time improving our property by forresting beetle-killed trees and fire mitigation and creating new and improving existing outdoor living areas. We enjoy hiking, lounging on our decks and meeting our guests!

Why they chose this property

We used to love camping in the area, but campsites were consolidated and hard to find, so we bought a piece of land to camp on. One thing led to another, thus the casita short-term vacation rental busines!

What makes this property unique

Peaceful outdoor mountain living at 8,444' is rejuvenating and healing. It is great to be off the utility grid and using solar energy. Night skies are unbelievably peppered with stars and constellations; an astronomers delight! Panoramic mountain views are breathtaking while the linticular clouds are fascinating! The quiet, stillness is unique to our urban guests. Outdoor activities include hiking on private property, viewing Culturally Modified Trees (CMT,) horseshoes, hammocks and cornhole.

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English

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