Welcome to the ultimate homebase for mountain adventure and relaxation! 'The Firehouse' is a distinctive second story flat on South Main Street and is a perfect Buena Vista base camp, particularly for larger groups and families. Imagine, 2 minutes after stepping out your door you could be walking by the river, riding a cruiser bike around downtown BV, rock climbing, whitewater kayaking or enjoying an IPA at Eddyline Restaurant and Brewery. That's hard to beat, and that's why we call South Main home!
You're centrally located for skiing, 50 minutes from Monarch, an hour or so from Ski Cooper and 1.5 hours or less from resorts like Copper Mountain, Vail and Breckrenridge. Plus there's great cross-country skiing in the mountains just west of town or up in Leadville!
This comfortable flat can sleep up to eight guests. The master bedroom sleeps two on a queen bed, One of the guest bedrooms sleeps four on two sets of bunk beds, while the other sleeps two in a queen bed. An open kitchen/living/dining area is perfect for group meals and socializing.
STAYING WITH US IS SIMPLE. As a professional property manager, we strive to make staying with us as easy and hassle-free as staying in a hotel. Checking in and out is simple, there are no hidden fees, and someone is always on call to provide assistance. Rest assured that you’ll arrive to a professionally cleaned and fully stocked home. We’re here to make your stay perfect!
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Buena Vista
Buena Vista is home to this apartment. 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 Arkansas River.
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 - 13.2 km
Getting around
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 95 min drive
Restaurants
Stedman's Ice Cream - 17 min walk
Chocolatte - 10 min walk
Coyote Mezcaleria Y Cerveceria - 2 min walk
Station 24 Cafe - 4 min drive
SUBWAY - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205?
As of 26 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205 on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$241, 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 Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Firehouse Flat in South Main, at River Park STR-205 located?
Situated in Buena Vista, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Buena Vista River Park and Arkansas River. Buena Vista Heritage Museum and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Property and area were perfect.
Emailing Melisa was difficult on the VRBO site due to their verification process.
Everything else was awesome.
Roger W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julia G.
23 August 2018
Quick Overnight Stay
Didn't get the opportunity to truly enjoy the condo, it's location and Buena Vista. However, for our quick stop over in BV condo was perfect! The beds were comfortable, the condo was clean! Easy check-in/out process. When I have the chance to actually visit BV, I will stay here again! Thank you, Carol for allowing us to stay in your home!
Julia G.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jessica M.
7 October 2018
Some Details Missing
This place is really great however if you are traveling with small children it is not for you. Some details were not shown/disclosed like the third bedroom with bunks has a skylight that has no way to cover and no door!!! Also, there isn't any A/C which everyone says you don't need in the mountains but I disagree. They had lots of fans but on the second floor, it was very hard to cool off.
That being said if you do not have small children this is a great place. Close proximity to trails, shops, downtown, etc.
Jessica M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
As the property manager it is my responsibility to provide the best possible experience for travelers. We take all concerns seriously. In response to the above comments:
1. In the "amenities" section of the listing it does NOT state there is air conditioning (per architectural guidelines of the community.)Traveler knew this in advance.
2. The bunkroom has a skylight because it is an interior room with no windows. It provides the natural light that would otherwise be missing.
3. There is no door on the bunkroom due to the oversized doorway. A door would be too intrusive either into the hallway or bedroom. We are in the process of installing a sound barrier curtain to address this issue.
Thank you
We love BV and staying here allowed us to walk everywhere this weekend. It was so perfect.
Todd A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Jeanne F.
29 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Firehouse review
Great location, very clean! We visited in early June and it was extremely hot outside so never had a cool down at night or a mountain breeze so with no AC it was very warm and uncomfortable to sleep! But a great place overall!
Some friends and I wanted to a weekend getaway to a location with Hot Springs and chose Buena Vista as our destination. In looking at potential options, we chose this one due to the location. Although I had a couple of friends who had never stayed at a VBRO location, all were impressed. We loved being downtown and within walking distance of so much and the place we chose was clean and well furnished. It turned into the perfect weekend getaway!
Convenient Location and Great Alternative for Family of Six
The property was conveniently located in Buena Vista near the Arkansas River and accommodated our family of 6 well. On-street parking was relatively easy to find near the home.
"Opportunites" include better WiFi connection and A/C. It was clear that that the property didn't have A/C and the breeze and temps accommodated during our stay, but it was warm even with fans provided. Definitely consider as hotels aren't plentiful in BV.
Completely furnished and stocked . You need nothing ! Seamless check in , great location and cool town . All amenities included , just show up !
Thanks!!
We stayed in the Firehouse Flat in the South Main neighborhood for three days. Centrally located, lots of parks, trails, and restaurants all within sight of the property, with the main drag of main street just around the corner. The property was clean and modern with all the comforts of home. Communication with owner was immediate and the welcome instructions were short and sweet and had all the information you we needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Better than expected! We had never been to BV and staying at South Main was a great surprise! We loved the space, very well thought out amenities. Lots of hooks to hang jackets and towels.
The Firehouse is perfect. Super easy living space and we felt right at home. The location is the best, close to everything BV has to offer. Will definitely stay there again.
Carol did a great job communicating and making the experience very easy. The property was in great location and Carol has everything needed in property to make stay enjoyable.
The Firehouse Flat was perfect for our family. We had our family of 5 plus 1, and our sister/brother in law and their 2 year old. Perfect location, and close to everything. The flat had everything we needed and plenty of room. Can’t wait to go back. This was our second time staying here. Five stars all the way around.
Scott H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tamara A h.
3 November 2018
Clean well cared for home!
Great location, well stocked, lots of extras, clean, family friendly home!
Tamara A h.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark O.
14 October 2018
Great property, very well maintained.
Excellent experience! Quick access to pretty much everything you would want - restaurants, shops and hiking.
Mark O.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
H. Lee W.
4 October 2018
Pure AWESOME!
Loved this place!!! The quaint little town of Buena Vista is PERFECT for a get-away and THIS downtown flat was the PERFECT place to stay while taking in ALL the amazing scenery in the area. Carol has not left anything out in her VRBO and her attention to detail (and decorating style) made me feel like I was in my home, away from home! NOTE - there is NO air conditioning but the climate is conducive to a simple fan at night with the windows open. I would DEFINITELY use this downtown flat when we plan another trip to Colorado!!
H. Lee W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dr Mary Lynn R.
27 August 2018
A roomy,very comfortable, convenient flat.
Equipped with everything you might need. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, and hiking along the Arkansas River. We'll be back for sure.