An "Island in the Sky" . . .

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8119 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Ohio City, CO

Western State Colorado University28 min drive
Monarch Ski Area53 min drive
Salida, CO (SLT-Harriet Alexander Field)75 min drive
St. Elmo118 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

NOTE #1: Please scroll to end of description for special C-19 cleaning protocols.

NOTE #2: Minimum age to secure reservation & host guests is 25.

Two story, 1,278 sf cabin with partial-use detached garage, horse corral* (corral to be completed, hopefully, end of Sept. '18) with adjoining corral shed / tack room. Situated 8,595 feet above sea level, this "Island in the Sky" has beautiful views up & down Quartz Creek Valley, surrounded by Aspen groves, nearby Quartz Creek, and stunning vistas of 'above timberline peaks'. This truly is 'Rocky Mountain High'!

There is a large covered deck that spans the entire width of the front of the house, facing east (with large log swing & dbl log seat w/ console - see pics). Both the sunrises and sunsets are fully experienced from the way this cabin is situated on the property, in the middle of Quartz Creek Valley.

Please refer to the photo gallery for a greater appreciation of this quaint, rustic, very homey property. As you can see, a picture/pictures are worth a thousand words . . .

SPECIAL CLEANING PROTOCOLS:
• Wash all sheets, pillow cases & towels in hot water
• Wipe down all countertops & horizontal surfaces in bathrooms with disinfectant cleaners
• Wipe down bathroom & kitchen fixtures, control knobs, etc. with disinfectant cleaners
• Wipe down all door handles, light switches, cabinet pulls, etc.with disinfectant cleaners
• We will also leave a dispenser of disinfectant cleaners (not to be used for skin) on the counter

Property manager

Scott Reno

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Max 8 Occupants plus 2 Add'l Children (under 18)

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside only.

NO Fires outside due to dry and windy conditions which are typical.

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

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

Ohio City

Located in Ohio City, this holiday home is in a rural area. Hancock Ghost Town and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Isabel National Forest and Taylor River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

Western State Colorado University - 28 min drive
San Isabel National Forest - 33 min drive
Monarch Ski Area - 53 min drive
Taylor River - 65 min drive
St. Elmo - 118 min drive

Getting around

Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

Mother Lode - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is An "Island in the Sky" . . . pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An "Island in the Sky" . . .?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An "Island in the Sky" . . .?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is An "Island in the Sky" . . . located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from San Isabel National Forest and within 25 miles (40 km) of Gunnison Pioneer Museum and Jorgensen Park. Western State Colorado University and Rim Rock Trail are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

30 December 2023

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

Great Place!

We have stayed here multiple times and it’s always a perfect place for our extended family! Very clean and all the amenities you might need. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a great place to stay in the Quartz Creek Valley!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

15 November 2023

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

Just right

We needed a place to sleep and keep warm. This had a well-appointed kitchen, a nice living room and great beds

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

14 November 2023

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

Excellent!

Great place to to stay and explore the outdoors!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

18 October 2023

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

Great place to stay with family or friends

I stayed here with 5 other guys for a dirt bike riding trip. The house was beautiful and slept the 6 of us very comfortably. The kitchen is very well stocked. Couldn't have asked for anything more. Will be staying here again

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

7 October 2023

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

Great Place.

We enjoyed this cute cabin. Everything was really clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the horse shoe pits and tetherball. We would stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Scott Reno

My wife (Kim) & I have been married since 1972 & have been coming to Ohio City (from Santa Cruz, CA) since 1976, initially for hunting. It has since turned into a family retreat/reunion area and our families descend every-other year (around the 4th of July) on this small piece of paradise to celebrate our lives together (there are four other cabins nearby that have become an integral part of this experience). It has become a family tradition and the "best vacation ever", providing memories for multiple generations for years to come.

Why they chose this property

In 2017 this property became available and we didn't hesitate to buy it to become semi-permanent members of this wonderful "mountain high" community.

What makes this property unique

For the last year, Kim & I have spent countless hours setting it up & furnishing it to make it a very comfortable retreat for our growing family (4 children & 15 grandchildren) and for those who would like to experience what we have over the last forty-two years . . .