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Cozy Quiet Log Cabin in the Woods w/ Epic Views, Fireplace - Whimsical Hollow

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Whimsical Hollow is a truly "ROMANTIC" log cabin nestled in the woods and high peaks of Park County!
This is the view of the magical backyard. Now you see why it is called Whimsical Hollow. It is a truly magical place to stay!
This darling cabin has only luxurious amenities and is decorate in cute mountain decor.
The living room has high vaulted ceilings and a real wood-burning fireplace It is one of our most popular cabins!
The cabin is spacious and has lots of windows to frame the gorgeous views of the white-capped mountains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 489.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fairplay, CO
  • South Park City Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Mount Evans
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort
    ‪68 min drive‬
  • Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)
    ‪97 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bath on Main Level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Cozy Quiet Log Cabin in the Woods w/ Epic Views, Fireplace - Whimsical Hollow

Whimsical Hollow is a darling full log cabin that is nestled among some of the highest mountain peaks in Colorado. The views are absolutely amazing and the home is surrounded by spruce and pine trees. It is a serene and very romantic location. The home has all new furniture and amenities of the highest quality.

The romantic living room has a wood burning fireplace for cozy nights around the fire (you may want to bring extra wood!). There is a dining room with a table that seats 4 and a fully equipped kitchen. There is additional seating at the kitchen bar also. You will find everything you need to make your family chef happy.

There is a bedroom with a king size bed on the main floor. It has beautiful mountain decor and furnishings. It is next to the full bath which has a walk-in shower. The decorations throughout the home are exquisite. Everything reflects the cozy romantic atmosphere of a luxury mountain cabin. Upstairs there is a second spacious bedroom which also has a king size bed. It too has new furniture, linens and amenities. You will love the views from the bed. You can look right out of the two story windows and see the beautiful white capped mountains. What a way to wake up!

The property is on a dead end road with very few properties. It is not a busy and crowded location. You will most likely not see anyone during your stay except an occasional visitor such as a moose or fox. There are also deer and bears in the area. If you watch closely you may even see some elk. The front porch runs the length of the front of the house and has comfortable seating where you can sit and enjoy your morning coffee and take in the gorgeous mountain views. There is a gas grill provided behind the home.

The area is know for it's unlimited outdoor activities. Almost anything you can think of is within minutes of the home. You can hike and explore the National Forest right behind the home. There is a road just above the location of the home that you can hike to the end of and be right in the National Forest. Many of the famous 14'ers are located in this area where you can hike or climb. Horseback riding is just a few minutes from the home at the Platte River Ranch. They have hay rides, hour long rides, and even evening steak rides. If you like white-water rafting, the Arkansas River is only a few miles away. You can raft at Buena Vista. They have a variety of trips from safe photo floats to wild rapid trips. ATVing is also great in the area. There are multiple locations where you can ATV. One Trail over Mosquito Pass takes you right into Leadville where you can enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the many restaurants in the restored mining town. This is a fabulous place to shop for antiques too!

About the owners:
As native Coloradans, we love the outdoors, the spectacular seasons, and the diversity of nature.
Our adventurous spirits lead us to purchase our cozy log cabin in 2015. This is a place to get away and unplug from the noise of the city, recharge and be rejuvenated by the awesome surroundings. (It is only a 95 minute drive from southwest Denver on 285. We avoid the crazy I-70 traffic and congestion). Through our front window, we have the spectacular view of Mt. Sherman, which is a 14"er". Enjoying a cup of coffee from our welcoming and relaxing porch and watching the sunrise burst above Mt. Sherman is a wonderful way to greet the day.

This beautiful area and our cozy log cabin are just too special not to share. The fellowship of family and friends is what has inspired us to open our home and hearth. The memories that will be made here will last a lifetime. We hope all who stay here feel the welcome embrace of friendship and hospitality.

Why the owners Chose Fairplay:
Mountains; Outdoor Activities Galore; Proximity to Breckenridge; Small Town Friendly Attitude
The small towns of Fairplay and Alma hearken back to the simpler days of living. We enjoy talking to the friendly locals and playing pool at the South Park Saloon.

DISCLOSURES:
* This home is located in the Central Rockies at approx.11,253 ft Please be advised that elevation and weather should be considered when deciding if this location is appropriate.
* Guests are required to have a four-wheel drive vehicle with adequate snow tires or chains during the winter months from November through May. The area is subject to frequent unpredictable and adverse weather conditions which can make travel difficult.
* This home is located in a rural high alpine mountain environment where wildlife, insects and rodents may be encountered. The home is also equipped with a well water system and may have variability in taste, smell or mineral content based on time of year and usage.
* Guests will be required to sign a vacation rental agreement after booking.

Property manager

Second Home Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fairplay

Located in Valley of the Sun, a neighbourhood in Fairplay, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at High Creek Fen Preserve and Alma Town Park & Disc Golf Course, while South Park City Museum and Alma Fire House & Mining Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fairplay, CO

What's nearby

  • South Park City Museum - 20 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Mount Evans - 60 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort - 68 min drive - 45.3 km
  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 89 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Twin Lakes - 90 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

  • Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Park Brewing - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Otto’s - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Otto's Food Cart - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Brown Burro Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mc Call's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Quiet Log Cabin in the Woods w/ Epic Views, Fireplace - Whimsical Hollow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Quiet Log Cabin in the Woods w/ Epic Views, Fireplace - Whimsical Hollow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Quiet Log Cabin in the Woods w/ Epic Views, Fireplace - Whimsical Hollow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Quiet Log Cabin in the Woods w/ Epic Views, Fireplace - Whimsical Hollow located?

Located in Valley of the Sun, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Park County Public Library, South Park City Museum and Highside Brewing. Alma Fire House & Mining Museum and Alma Town Park & Disc Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Nice medium size cabin great views

We stayed here over the Easter weekend with snow on and off most of the time. We really enjoyed the cabin and the location. We were lucky and got to see Moose several times. During the clear spells the views to the South were awesome but the snow was great as well and made for a great cabin experience. We went out walking a few times and solitude of Winter was so nice.The roads in some areas were washboard cut certainly passable to all kinds of vehicles. The roads were plowed by the county the morning after the snow and the driveway was plowed by a contractor.This cabin was a nice size for our small party. It was clean and had everything we needed. We would absolutely stay here again.If I was going to make any changes, I would consider Starlink over the Hughes net and new carpet in the living area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christos P.

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

Excellent place

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Amazing Mountain Views

This cabin is just 15-minutes from downtown Fairplay but you feel fully immersed in the pines and the mountain views are spectacular. Lots of great hiking and walks nearby. Perfect place to rest and refresh.

10/10 Excellent

Garrison Z.

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

Get away from everyday chaos!

This house was seriously amazing. It was perfect for our little family getaway! We are from Houston Tx so staying in the mountains was such a treat. The views at this perfect little cabin were incredible. You wake up everyday to such a beautiful scenery, who wouldn’t want that!!? The house is perfect, the location, everything was just great. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay! We will absolutely tell our friend/family to stay here if they plan to travel to Colorado! Thank you for having us! Your house made us want to move to Colorado haha!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Excellent!

Great location, fully stocked, perfect place! Views are incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant D.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

K M.

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

Fall Getaway

Enjoyed our stay very much. Nice and secluded which was exactly what we were looking for. The cabin was very well equipped and lacked for nothing. The host of this property was very attentive and stayed in touch when power went out for a short time which I appreciated very much. Overall, I would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Amazing!!!

We were absolutely amazed at the surroundings and quiet! The home had everything we needed or could want! Communications with the host Angela was great! We enjoyed the wonderful fireplace every day and sitting at the kitchen table enjoying our meals or coffee on the porch! We would absolutely recommend this home and hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita O.

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

Quiet getaway

The property is in a quiet location. Check-in and check-out were a breeze. The owner has done a terrific job of landscaping the property. We spent many hours just sitting on the front porch looking at the mountains. Ok, it was a little chilly, but nothing a fuzzy blanket couldn't fix! We laughed at the very friendly beggar squirrels, who came up very close to us. The property is about 15 minutes from Fairplay, with much of that being a dirt road (washboard). We were glad we drove the truck and not the motorcycle!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy J.

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

Scenic & peaceful

House was clean & decorated nicely, it had evething we needed. We enjoyed the area, the scenery, loved seeing moose nearly everytime we returned in the evening. Elk & deer too. We also took advantage of nearby hiking
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan H.

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

Comfy and Quiet Cabin in the Woods

Very clean and comfortable cabin. Positioned fairly close to two small towns with all the comforts you would need. Close to a few good hiking trails. Beautiful drives in and out. Quiet area with fair privacy. Comfortable home with 2 king beds. Everything was as comfortable as you could hope for. Wifi was better than expected but don’t expect high speed for remote video meetings or the like. Take the hosts for their word when they say the road in can be a bit nerve wracking. A bit rough for a sedan even in the summer but anything bigger will be perfectly fine. Even the sedan was fine if you’re not bothered by a brief bumpy ride. All in all a nice stay and nice home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn N.

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

Cozy cabin

This cabin was perfect for our vacation. The cabin was clean and check in was easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin W.

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

Peace and tranquility!

Loved this property. We saw more chipmunks and squirrels than people while staying here. Our only complaint is the road getting there was terrifying. Miles of washboard dirt roads were sketchy, even in our 4 wheel drive truck. Guess that’s part of mountain living.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Great experience

Cabin was perfect. We had a great experience with our trip. The view was fantastic and the weather was perfect. The cabin and the grounds were all in perfect shape, they were absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed every minute while we were there, hated to leave and we will do it again. Charlie and Jeanette

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

A Plus

It was amazing to wake up every day and see those beautiful mountains. The fireplace was cozy and welcoming. I think I made friends w a couple of squirrels. Couldn’t have been happier!
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Perfect Getaway

We had a great stay at the Whimsical Hollow. The property manager went out of their way to make sure we were taken care of during a Mother’s Day snow storm. They contacted us and asked if we needed anything because they were coming by to drop off firewood and some extra sheets and towels. They had the driveway plowed as soon as it was possible. They also were understanding when we notified them of a minor problem at the property. The wildlife near the cabin was awesome. We will definitely be staying here again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cedric L.

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

Beautiful Cabin

Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Ana G., Erie, CO

Peaceful stay

Lovely little cabin with everything we needed for a 2 night stay. Early checkin was appreciated! Host was responsive and we couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Stunning

This property was beautiful and quiet. Perfect for a romantic getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

mdpecha

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Meh

Issues were minimal, but enough to disappoint. First, Christmas decorations still up including tree. Furniture layout in photos (open) way better than the way they had furniture when we got there (closed off). Way too cluttered with decorations. Carpet was as close to disgusting as possible. There was a definite “stink” to the place (and no spray to get rid of it — we had to go buy fabreeze). Also, no dishwasher?? Weird. And, the wifi was crap. No internet for half the stay. Frustrating. Now, with that, there were good things too. We loved the fireplace and plenty of wood to enjoy a fire every day/night. Views were awesome. Communication was spot on. They let us check in early.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana G., HOLLYWOOD/ FLORIDA/ UNITED STATES

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

Dream Vacation

We had a great time staying in the cabin which was very clean, cozy and had everything needed for the comfortable stay. The surroundings and the property itself appear to be like from a fairy-tail book. Very private, beautiful cabin! We loved it so much that are planning to come back the next year. Vlad & Tatiana
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

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

Beautiful Place, Beware of AMS

Beautiful place. Well kept, cozy, well decorated. Some tips. It's very high. Like two Denvers high. 11200 ft. Acclimate yourself or you may get altitude sickness. If in winter, ensure you have groceries BEFORE you arrive, in case there's a storm. There is no food at the cabin and you are up mountain of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Daniel L.

335 Bobcat lane

Beautiful and great place to stay! Instructions and communication were on point! This place is Hallmark card material. My family and I enjoyed every moment. Thank you again for your hospitality

10/10 Excellent

Glynn F.

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

Relaxing and Quiet

It was a quiet, peaceful stay. I appreciated the bird feeders since I love birdwatching. The daily walks in the area were wonderful. Information and directions were helpful. Could have been a little cleaner, but overall excellent place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

5 - Excellent

We had a great time hiking the area and the cabin was comfy & cozy! Will definitely consider for future vacations. Thank you so much!

About the host

Hosted by Second Home Vacation Rentals

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Second Home Vacation Rentals
29 S. Main St.
Alma, CO 89420
970-546-7336

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