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Mountain house overlooking Bear Basin Valley and the Sangre de Cristo Range.

Mountain house overlooking Bear Basin Valley and the Sangre de Cristo Range.

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Overview of Mountain house overlooking Bear Basin Valley and the Sangre de Cristo Range.

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Check out the area

Westcliffe, CO
  • Popular LocationSilver Cliff Museum24 min drive
  • Popular LocationBishop Castle37 min drive
  • AirportCanon City, CO (CNE-Fremont County)56 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyal Gorge Bridge81 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Mountain house overlooking Bear Basin Valley and the Sangre de Cristo Range.

The space:
Bear Basin Mountain House overlooks the Bear Basin Valley with stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Range to the west and the Collegiate Peaks to the northwest. Located just 11 miles east of the picturesque town of Westcliffe, CO, this convenient location offers easy access to the Sangre de Cristo range and is just minutes away from fantastic hiking in the Wet Mountains. An ideal getaway spot for those seeking solitude and a great basecamp for all your mountain adventures.

The Mountain House sits atop Tonso Peak on 70 acres of pine and aspen forest. This is a mountain setting yet very accessible. We are located just four miles from paved road and accessed via county-maintained roads, making year-round access one of its best features.

Guest access:
Guests will have access to the entire house and patio area as well as the forested grounds. Take a walk on our 2-miles of hiking trails and enjoy the birds and wildlife that inhabit the area. There are closets and dressers in the bedrooms for guest use. Help yourself to any of the food items and spices in the kitchen cabinets.

Interaction with guests:
I like to give people their space but am available to assist when needed. I do not live on the property full time but will sometimes be staying in the guesthouse nearby while I am working around the property. If I am not present I will be reachable by cell phone.

Other things to note:
Google maps is OK as far as the subdivision gate. After that it is incorrect. VRBO will send you detailed driving directions the day before your arrival. Please use these directions to make sure you don't have any trouble getting here.

A note for winter guests: There are a couple of things you should know if you plan to book with us between Nov 1 - May 1. Our guest house sits at 8900 ft. elevation. Although we do not get lots of snow until spring, we often get a few inches at a time throughout the winter and while we do have road maintenance, it may be icy in spots and difficult or impossible for a rear wheel drive vehicle to make it up our lane. I strongly recommend you have a front wheel drive or four wheel drive vehicle to get here during the winter months.

House Rules:
Self check-in with lockbox
- Must be at least 25 to book or have no negative feedback from previous VRBO hosts. All guests must read the house manual upon arrival. The manual contains simple and important instructions for operating the various systems on the property and keeping them in good working order. We ask simply for courteous, neighborly behavior and respect for our home and property. Smoking of any kind is not allowed, including marajana. Well-behaved children are welcome. Historically, most damage occurs from kids so please watch them closely. We have them too ;-) Pets are not allowed in the guest house or on the premises. Please keep the property and all furnishings in good order.
You agree not to use the premises for any activities or purposes that violates any criminal law or governmental regulation or to engage in any illegal activity while on property – such use or activity will result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of all fees.
There is no daily housekeeping service. Linens and bath towels are provided. Please do not remove towels, linens, or any other items from the house.
The property is on a well and septic systems. The septic system is very effective; however, it will clog up if improper material is flushed. Do not flush anything other than toilet paper. No feminine products or baby wipes should be flushed at anytime. If it is found that these products have been flushed and clogged the septic system, you will be charged damages of up to the cost of repair which could be upwards of $500. We would contact you to discuss, if the issue arises. Do not flush any toxins.
The owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The owners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise.
Damages to Premises: Should guest, or guest's invitees, cause any damages to the premises, or contents thereof, that require repair or replacement, guest authorizes owner to charge the guest's credit card for all damages. All damages must be reported to the owner before check-out and upon vacating, any missing or damaged property or inventory will be charged via your credit card on file, the amounts required to conduct the necessary repairs, or if necessary to replace the missing items at full replacement value within 14 days.
Lastly, we will do everything we can to ensure you have a good experience and a good stay. Inevitably there will be power outages, equipment failures, or any number of unforeseen events that we have no control over. If any issue arises please give us the opportunity to work out a solution with you before resorting to negative feedback. Thanks for staying with us!

Property manager

Matt Gould
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind inside our outside.
VRBO users with no travel history must provide valid ID, phone number and email address.
Open fires not allowed anywhere on property.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Westcliffe

Located in Westcliffe, this vacation home is in the mountains. Silver Cliff Museum and Florence Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Royal Gorge Bridge and The Historic Beckwith Ranch. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Silver Cliff Museum - 24 min drive
  • Hermit Park - 27 min drive
  • Smokey Jack Observatory - 28 min drive
  • Bishop Castle - 37 min drive
  • Royal Gorge Bridge - 81 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our 3-day Thanksgiving getaway
We have family nearby who host Thanksgiving, but don’t have enough room for all guests so we needed a place of our own that also had a kitchen to prep our contributions to the big meal. This mountain house was perfect! It was comfortable and the nice size galley kitchen was great for two people to prep and cook easily without infringing on the other’s territory. We really enjoyed the large living room with plenty of space to spread out. The most wonderful part was the beautiful view out over the valley toward the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Snow came in on Thursday night and we spent a wonderful Friday enjoying the mountain views. Matt is a great host. We had a couple of questions during our stay and never waited more than about 15 minutes for his response. While there, a big snowstorm was forecast and we almost left early. But Matt’s quick response and info about when and how the roads to the cabin are plowed encouraged to stay and Friday was a beautiful, cozy day spent watching the snowfall and enjoying the day. We plan on being back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preston G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
East of Westcliffe
This is simply a lovely home and location. The house is wonderful and the views spectacular. The area is rich with all sorts of interesting things and places, yet the house is isolated and quiet. The area is a dark-sky location and the patio is perfect for marveling at God's creative handiwork. I will be back--yesterday if I could.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet get away
Matt is a great host, very communicative and sent perfect directions on how to get to the house. The views from the house are the best! We watched the sunset every single evening. Great location - quiet and tucked away in a valley that is close to hiking, off roading, and Bishop Castle. The bed was super comfortable and we have already talked about coming back to work remotely. The hiking trail on property was great - easy to navigate and showed off the property well. We saw SO much wildlife and loved the hummingbirds and chipmunks especially. We bought extra birdseed to be able to keep feeding them! Our favorite part was the night sky - seeing the Milky Way, a lightening storm in the distance, and air glow phenomenon was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Wet Mountain Location
You will not find a better setting to spend your time in Colorado. This is without a doubt one of the hidden gems in the Westcliffe area. Beautiful home, spacious with all the accommodations anyone’s could want. The view is breathtaking and alone a reason to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Absolutely beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt Gould

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I want to personally thank you for booking our Mountain House. I sustained a spine injury while serving in the Air Force from 2001-2006 and my physical limitations make it difficult to find work that I can do. Your patronage is vital in helping us make ends meet. My family and I are very grateful for your support.

Why they chose this property

Westcliffe is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains are captivating and our property has a fantastic view of them.

What makes this property unique

Our property is situated on top of a hill looking down the Bear Basin Valley to the west with phenomenal views. Surrounded by natural beauty and wildlife, the location is ideal with unlimited activities in every direction, many within an hour drive.

Languages:

English

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