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Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property

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Private kitchen
Exterior
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Dolores, CO
  • Place, Cliff Palace
  • Place, McPhee Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property

Quiet spacious home nestled in the pines. We are local artists and the home is filled with unusual captivating artwork. Open floor plan to enjoy each others company upstairs while cooking in our fully stocked kitchen or lounging in the great room. Separate living space in the downstairs with gallery lighting for relaxing, games, painting, etc.. 17 acres with 3 acres fenced around the house to let your dogs play while you enjoy the sweeping decks. also a small fenced yard off the back deck for evenings and smaller dogs. We are 1mile from boggy draw trail head, 2 from town , restaurants, brewery and grocery. A short drive from Mesa Verde National Monument, Mc Phee reservoir, Sand Canyon, Canyon of the Ancients, Phil's World, Durango, Telluride, Cortez, Moab. Plenty of room to park your toys! bring your bikes, boats, side by sides, motorcycles, and leave your worries at home! We may be working in our art studio (separate building at the back of the property) or working in the garden. But more often than not we will be traveling during your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children count as guests.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
More than 2 dogs requires prior approval. No Cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be accurate with number of guests, including adults and children. Maximum occupancy is 10 total. Exceeding guest max will result in fines.
Cats are not permitted, severe allergies.. Evidence of cats will result in forfeiture of deposit to pay for deep cleaning expense.
No fires or fireworks due to our extreme wildfire risk.

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

About the area

Dolores

Located in Dolores, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum and Anasazi Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cortez Cultural Center and Wetherill Mesa. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Dolores, CO

What's nearby

  • McPhee Lake - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Anasazi Heritage Center - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center - 29 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 30 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Ute Mountain Casino - 37 min drive - 50.1 km

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolores River Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kelly’s Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Riverfront Pizza & Suds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mama Bear’s Bakery & Books - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property on 19 May 2026 start from NZ$532, 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 Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property located?

This family-friendly Dolores holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of McPhee Lake, Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum and Dolores River. Dolores River Brewery is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were nearby and accommodating to 5 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs. The house was comfortable and clean. It kitchen had a wonderful array of small appliances and gadgets. We would recommend this vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, host were wonderful. Had everything you would need to cook and grill. Plentybof rooms. Very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon V.

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

Family Reunion

Perfect stay for our trip! Would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

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

Great Place

Great location, enjoyed our time here. Hosts are responsive. Plenty of room and close to things that we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

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

Amazing property and hosts

This beautiful home is located on a wonderful property. The house was extremely clean and had everything, and i mean everything, we needed or wanted.It is a quiet, peaceful property and the hosts are wonderful. Sitting on the deck in the morning with some coffee watching hummingbird feeder wars, listening to the quiet can't be beat. Thank you, Kelly and Troy, for welcoming us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great Stay

The property was great - the owners were very nice and easy to get a hold of. They were very accepting of our two dogs we brought and all the kids. I would highly recommend this place if you want something a little outside of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andie H.

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

Fabulous!

We couldn't be happier with our stay! We booked this for a mini family reunion and EVERYONE loved it. The house is spacious, comfortable, beautiful and has EVERYTHING you need. The surrounding area is gorgeous, peaceful, everything is easy to find. Troy and Kelly are so warm and friendly and immediately responsive to any questions or issues. We are definitely coming back! (Besides, we have to check out any new artwork!)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group was atypical: five guys pushing 80 who have meet annually for decades for some sort of outdoor adventure. Our camping days over, we have recently resorted to Vrbo's. Despite our group being atypical, the home was perfect for our needs: spacious, beautiful, well-appointed with everything a visitor could want, lots of beds and bathrooms, and adorned with the art work of the owners. The kitchen is fabulous. The setting is spectacular, in close proximity to local hiking, Mesa Verde, and Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. The owners were very responsive to queries. Everything was as advertised, only better. Everyone in the group raved about what a find it was. Thank you Troy and Kelly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Absolutely perfect

Perfect place for my family over spring break. We explored Durango, Mesa Verde, the Four Corners and Cortez. The layout is great enabling us all to be together when we wanted and on our own when we wanted some downtime. Our dog loved the property too.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Beautiful and quiet stay

Beautiful home in a very quiet area. It’s not a big tourist area but just what we wanted. Close to many tourist sights. The town of Dolores is small but had a few good restaurants to visit. Love that the house was dog friendly. Owners were nice and available if needed. My husband loved the house! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

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

Post Christmas Get Away

It was a great property with 2 master suites and 2 living spaces. We had 4 kids under 8, and it was easy to have them go outside or go to another place to play. We all loved the property size, kids did sledding and nature walks.The only draw back was slow streaming.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

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

Beautiful place a short distance from Mesa Verde and Durango

The area is somewhat remote and beautiful. The place was clean and well stocked with dishes and kitchen appliances. The decks are huge with a variety of wild birds around the property. There is an awesome trail system less than a mile away you can walk, run, or bike on. The owners are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tim K.

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

Beautiful Property, Wonderful Setting

This is a great house and the remote setting is perfect for getting away. Kitchen is great, house is spotlessly clean. If I were to go again I would take a dog. The property is set up so the pup can have a great stay along with the humans.The only critique I have of this property is to say that not all the art work is family friendly. I realize that art is subjective and sometimes meant to challenge. However for younger members of the house, in my opinion some of these pieces go too far. Photos of two wall hangings below and you can make up your own mind. In any case, I believe this should be disclosed in the property listing information.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

beth V.

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

Beautiful home

This home was absolutely gorgeous. It was clean, well stocked, has so much to offer. The location is easily accessible to Mesa Verde, Hovenweep, Four Corners. Hiking, beautiful area. The hosts are friendly and helpful. We took nightly walks with kids and dogs. Very comfortable. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

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

Everything we were looking for!

The home was beautiful. We had 5 adults & 4 kids (ages 3, 5, 6, & 7) in our group. The home is beautiful, very clean with plenty of room for our large group. The property was well maintained & fenced and very private. Troy & Kelly are great hosts and very accommodating to all our needs. The location was perfect and I highly recommend this property to anyone looking to enjoy nature in Colorado at it's best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dona C.

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

We had a great time.

Outstanding place in Dolores. Lots of room both in and out doors. Dogs loved it. Awesome breezes all day and night. Comfortable furniture and beds. The hosts were great and we enjoyed talking with them. Very responsive to anything we needed (which wasn't much). Mountain biking was great. Experienced the farmers market on Wednesday evenings. Loved it!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler D.

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

Great Secluded Getaway!

The house was setup great and close to town but far enough for nice privacy and quietness! We actually were able to have a white Christmas! The house was very clean and kept up and there is a ton of space for the entire family! We had no issues the entire time we were there and enjoyed the entire stay. Hosts were available for any questions or issues! An item people may want to know is the house is ran off storage tank water so they ask to be mindful of water use, not an issue for us but a good fact to know. All in All we loved the stay and we would love a return trip when time allows!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Great house and location

We spent Christmas and New Years at this house and with our family, 6 adults and 3 kids (12, 6 and 4 months). The house is a great set up for a larger group, as the kitchen is large with lots of storage and the downstairs is has 2 bedrooms, living area and bath. The location is great, close to town that has a few good restaurants and a grocery, liquor store, or you can go to Durango or Telluride in an hour or less. The San Juan National Forest is also just about 1 mile from the house with lots of other access and trails near by. We also went to Moab for the day, which was just about 1.5 hours from the house and an absolutely beautiful drive, as was the drive from the house to Telluride. Hosts were also great and quick to reply to any questions. If you are looking for a house in a great location to many things and not in the touristy CO areas, look no further! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elston G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If Kelly and Troy ever decide to open a hospitality school, I’m enrolling. This place wasn’t just “ready” for guests — it was five-star, secret-weapon, overachiever ready. Every detail had been thought through like they were preparing for royalty.Let’s start with the beds. I am ridiculously picky about beds (top 5% comfort or I’m out), and these passed with flying colors. I slept so well I woke up questioning my life choices about my own mattress at home. Bonus points for the extra pillows in each room — clearly, they know the love language of good sleep.The kitchen? Oh, honey. When they say “fully equipped,” they mean it. We’re talking two coffee makers (drip and K-cup), more dishes than a Williams-Sonoma display wall, spices I’ve never even used (and I’m a good cook), bakeware, grill gear, and yes — I swear I saw a fondue set or a chafing dish lurking. I could have opened a pop-up restaurant without leaving the house.The 3-acre dog run was basically Disney World for my city dogs. They patrolled, sniffed, ran, and wore themselves out daily doing whatever important canine business dogs do.Tech & comfort: TVs right where you want them, every entertainment option you could need, and internet so fast and reliable it made my home service look like two tin cans and a string. Bathrooms? Stocked like a boutique hotel.Bottom line: Kelly and Troy’s place isn’t just a rental — it’s an experience. Cozy, thoughtful, practical, and a little bit magical. Five stars, two thumbs up
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn H.

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

Great location for multiple day trips

First of all, the property is gorgeous and the owners are very dog friendly. The location is outside the town but it's still close by to pick up tacos when you have a craving. Big dogs or little dogs will love their stay here as well. The home is decorated with the owners original art throughout. The furnishings are very comfortable and pleasing. The kitchen really has everything you will need to prepare meals and cocktails. There is a dual coffee pot that makes the Keurig cups or a pot of coffee. Also an espresso machine is available if that's preferred. We placed a pick up order on line for food supplies at Walmart in Cortez, CO and picked that up on the way in. We also shopped at City Market in Cortez for fill ins during the week. We only used one floor of the house but the ground floor makes it a perfect house for extended family or another family to join in on the fun. We took day trips daily and used the house as a home base. It was a great place to come home to at night to relax after a day filled with exploring and hiking. We managed to hit 4 National Parks in a week, Mesa Verde, Black Canyon, Arches and Canyonlands. We visited the Four Corners Monument and took a trip up from Durango to Silverton which was breathtaking. Don't hesitate to book this lovely home. It's just perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin is beautiful and very well stocked. The supply of towels was the most I’ve ever seen. Kitchen is very well stocked with plenty of dishes and cookware. I appreciated how clean and well kept everything was. It is very spacious with plenty of seating and beds for a large group. Everything is of good quality, not the normal cheap rental stuff. Hosts are very friendly. The only caution I would give is artwork isn’t necessarily suitable for minors. However, I highly recommend this cabin for adult travelers!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all thought it was like checking into 5 star hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

So much fun!

We were looking for a getaway with our dogs, and I can't say enough amazing things about this property. Exactly as described and still beyond our expectations. On top of it all, having a 3-acre area for our pups to enjoy meant the world to us (and them). Whether we come back for another anniversary trip, or with family and friends, I know we will love every minute. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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