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Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK

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A campsite with picnic tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a sofa with colorful cushions, and a kitchen area with a wooden counter and cabinets.
A cabin with a green roof, surrounded by dense forest and rocky terrain.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and two armchairs. A staircase is visible in the background leading to another level.
A rustic kitchen with wooden countertops, a bowl of fruit, and a window seat overlooking a deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the water, this 3-bedroom cabin accommodates 8 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers mountain views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Adventure seekers can enjoy snowboarding, game walks, hiking, and biking, while nearby attractions include Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and the Arkansas River.

Highlights

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, CO
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Buena Vista River Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK

Goddard Ranch, private 106-acre hide-a-way, at 9400 ft, with creeks & ponds, surrounded by 1.2 million acres of national forest. Horses or ATV's are welcome! Renovated mountain home w/ brand new bathhouse. We offer detailed knowledge & maps of many trails for hiking, hunting, dirt bikes, horses, ATV's & Jeeps. Only 40 minutes from downtown Buena Vista. We want you to be as comfortable as possible while enjoying the true essence of the Rocky Mountains.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1914614vb
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 first aid kit
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 cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Browns Canyon National Monument is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Isabel National Forest and Buena Vista River Park. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby.
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Map
Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 49 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Arkansas River - 51 min drive - 39.3 km
  • High Creek Fen Preserve - 52 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Buena Vista River Park - 55 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 55 min drive - 44.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cool River Cafe - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee Co - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Buena Viking - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Jan's Restaurant - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Goddard Ranch, Hunting, ATV's, Horses OK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from San Isabel National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Buena Vista Heritage Museum and Buena Vista River Park. Love Meadow is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great. We had some friends visit Colorado and we wanted to give them a remote feel away from the city. This was the place! Communication, check-in, and check out were easy. The place had all the supplies you needed to make it a comfortable stay (enjoy the micro zester I accidentally left behind lol). It was a great place to stay and we’ll be back. Note, it would be helpful to have a rugged vehicle to reach the cabin and explore the scenery as the dirt road it’s on can be a little rocky in places. Also, bring all necessarily food with you as town isn’t a quick trip away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and taking the time to submit a review. We would love to have you back again next time you are in the area. We also have a couple of other rentals closer to town if your needs change. Peace be with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Stayed for 3 nights. Perfect lodging and great location to get into the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time. Remote and away from all the craziness of Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us and taking the time to submit a review. We'd love to have you back again next time you're in the area. We do manage several options for lodging if the size of your group varies. Safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to enjoy nature

Our family enjoyed getting out into nature, the amazing views of the mountains and access to the hike behind the property. We definitely plan to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
We enjoyed having Kaete & her group stay with us. We look forward to having them back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jo is Great!

Was allowed to check in a little early which helps when your traveling long distance. Once we figured out the flow of the place was easy to enjoy and really did not have any issues or need anything that was not there for us. Maybe mention that both buildings are included with the Bath House for showering and washing dishes and another beautiful spot to enjoy the view! Loved It to the point where I wish we could do it all over again, even my four hunting friends were impressed and every day mentioning how great a place we found for our hunting trip! Many Thanks Jo, you have a gem of a place. Russ
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

You MUST book this place

If you’re looking for a beautiful, remote location to be in the mountains and still have shelter, this is your place. My friends and I stayed here in June ‘23 to get away from the city. The house has everything you need - tons of sleeping areas, kitchen utensils, and a very clean bath house. It has a sense of nostalgia in its presence, like going to summer camp as a kid. The host/property manager were wonderful and great communicators! There were maps of the surrounding areas with local trails and things to do as well, fire pit/firewood available for use and filled water jugs right next to it. They really thought of everything. I absolutely will be returning to this space in the future it was so lovely and relaxing. The road to get there is a bit tricky so definitely would recommend a vehicle that sits higher up. Our Subaru made it fine but anything lower would’ve been tricky. Overall, amazing amazing amazing stay!! You won’t regret booking this!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you Sydnie, We loved hosting your group!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Camping” in the Rocky Mountain back country with MOST of the comforts of home

First of all, 360 degrees view of unmatched Rocky Mountain beauty. Second, the seclusion of a back country campsite with most of the comforts of home. Miles and miles of view and not one point of artificial light visible at night. Normally, you would have to hike miles and sleep in a tent to find this kind of beauty and seclusion. Last but not least, an incredibly responsive owner and property manager. We had a maintenance issue and had a repair person standing at the door an hour and a half later. Incredible when you consider where this property is located. (We had decent AT&T cell service and decent internet in the bath house.) You probably need to be a bit of a camper to fully appreciate what you are getting here. If you are, go here if you get a chance. Yes you will need a high clearance vehicle to get there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful and memorable stay at The Goddard Ranch. The setting is serene and peaceful with beautiful views, and everything was very clean upon our arrival. The location was perfect for our needs, allowing us to ride the trails directly from the property and remain close to family camping nearby. The only minor drawback we experienced was the bathhouse situation; having the facilities in a separate building and needing to take dishes there to clean them was a bit inconvenient. However, we would definitely stay here again.Jo was an amazing host and communicated in a timely manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
We enjoyed having you guys. We'd love to have you back again next time you are in the area. Peace be with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
If you're looking for a place to get away, and I mean get away, from the hustle and bustle, the Goddard Ranch is a fantastic place to do it. The road in requires a vehicle with some ground clearance, and due to a lack of cell phone coverage, it's a good idea to have the host's instructions printed or on your phone to make the check-in smooth. We came in after dark, which complicated finding the place and getting settled, but that was on us. The location is amazing with beautiful views and is very remote. There are two separate structures as described, with the main house used for cooking and hanging out and the bath house used for bathrooms, showers, internet and cleaning dishes. Be prepared to go outside at night to cross over to the bathhouse when you need to use the bathroom. It's similar to being at a campground and going to a detached restroom when needed. If you're good with a very small amount of "roughing it", it's a pure Colorado experience that we really enjoyed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us. We would love to have you back again next time you are in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2025
Thank you so much for staying at our ranch. We'd love to have you again. Safe travels.

About the host

Hosted by Jo Reese

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I moved to this area several decades ago. I live in Buena Vista, CO, a popular and small mountain town, nestled next to the Continental Divide, at 8000 ft. I rent out my 15-acre ranch, Cottonwood Spirit Ranch, through this site. We have multiple creeks & ponds & lots of wildlife.

I also own Goddard Ranch, which sits on over 100 acres. (This is also rented out through this site.) It's surrounded by 1.2 million acres of public land and many miles of trails for Jeeps, hiking, or horseback riding. This ranch is surrounded by mountains. Our county is comprised of about 85% public land. We enjoy the breathtaking views, elk, deer, moose, and, of course, vast areas of unspoiled terrain.

For fun, I love to enjoy hiking, biking & camping. I also love to ride ATVs, motorcycles, or Jeeps. This works out great for me to rent my properties while I am out doing other things.

Why they chose this property

This amazing 2 story home is set in a beautiful valley, east of Buena Vista. Enjoy the majestic Collegiate Peaks from every balcony. You'll see spectacular stars, sunsets & sunrises, & possibly some amazing wildlife. We have just about any Rocky Mountain animal you could imagine, including elk & moose. The main home is solar-powered. We offer 50" TV (with cable), Refrigerator, Internet, Instapot, electric tea kettle & more. The outdoor cooking area, with grill, Coleman stove & prep table, is protected from the elements. We have sinks, plenty of solar power for lights, cell phone chargers, Bluetooth speakers & more. There's ample hot water, 2 toilets, 2 showers, 3 extra-large sinks & changing areas. The shower room can be used as a sauna. If there's anything else you need, we'll help you out. Your job is to have as much fun as possible.

What makes this property unique

This ranch is near Davis Meadows, a popular hiking trail, The Arch, Salt Creek Trail, Chubb Park, Fourmile Recreation area. Arkansas River Recreation Area, San Isabel National Forest, Buffalo Peaks Wilderness, Brown's Canyon National Monument, lots of BLM areas, award-winning fishing spots, numerous Fourteeners to climb & whitewater rafting down the Arkansas River. Hunters, this is GMU #49. Plan ahead on this one; lots of elk.

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