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Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!

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House on the Rock with Colorado National Monument in background.
Our house with the Colorado National Monument in the background.
1st floor living room with exposed rock from hillside.
1st floor living room designed to look like a mine.
Entryway stairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10483.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Grand Junction, CO
  • Colorado National Monument
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Redlands Mesa Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Colorado Mesa University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Play Room

1 Queen Bed

Sewing Room

1 Double Bed

Third Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!

One of a kind 4BR 3BA 5,200 sqft home. Stunning views of the CO Ntl Mnt and entire Grand Valley. Our grandpa, a home builder, designed this rustic house as a masterpiece for his family. He wanted it to be part of nature, so he fit it between trees and inside left exposed the massive sandstone slab on which it’s built. Experience nature but less than 15 minutes from downtown. This large house has entertained our family and friends for generations, and we’re thrilled that now you can share it with yours, too. This is our only rental house, so you'll be sure to receive dedicated service!

---------Home Description----------
Our grandpa designed and built this unique home in a way that captures the rugged terrain on which it sits and compliments the stunning natural beauty of the Colorado National Monument that serves as the backdrop. He made it so every room has its own stunning view. Look closely at the photos to see the rock and wood detail throughout. The sandstone slab of the hill on which it’s built actually makes up the entire wall of the downstairs family room and the floor of the room above. Grandpa had artistic vision, creativity, and the craftsmanship to put it all together and he built this house from his heart. (He was still building furniture for us well into his 90s!). It has served as a cherished place for family gatherings, and we invite you to enjoy your vacation the way we have enjoyed this home throughout the generations. Have breakfast in the kitchen or on the upper deck, while enjoying unobstructed views of the Colorado National Monument and the way the morning sun hits the red rocks. Spend evenings watching the sun set over the Bookcliffs and the Grand Valley. During the summers you might catch a lightning storm over the grand valley as the thunder echoes off the massive canyon walls behind the house. Or use our BBQ to make your meal on our giant deck while taking in the views. Take leisurely walks through the neighborhood or drive/bike to get to everything that Grand Junction has to offer. (See list below!)

While most of the home furnishings are rustic and cozy in a way that preserves the years of fond memories, we made sure you had enough upgraded guest amenities to make your stay as comfy as can be: we just remodeled the showers, we have hotel-quality linens, plush towels, and plenty of toiletries. You get to enjoy a vacation with maybe the most gorgeous views in the Grand Valley, in a house full of charmingly-old stuff spanning generations, but you still get to sleep as if you were staying in a great hotel. Please note that we sometimes need to water the outdoor plants.

------PLEASE NOTE-------
We try our absolute best to keep the house clean for you and all of our future guests. For this reason, we ask that you note our rules for no pets and no groups or gatherings of over 10 people. Unfortunately we aren't willing to bend on these rules and will have to say no to any exceptions (best not to ask). Thanks!

As our home is on three levels and on a hill, it has stairs to the front door and then staircases to the second and third level. Please take this into consideration if anyone in your group has mobility limits.

We do have a ring camera outside the front door. There are no cameras or any kind of monitoring equipment inside our home.

Should you need to make a last minute cancellation, this is our policy: As soon as you cancel our calendar opens up for rebooking. If a day (or days) you booked is rebooked, we will refund the amount we would have made on that day (or days). If no days are rebooked, unfortunately there will be no refund. Thanks for understanding.

---------Layout of the house--------

Main Floor:
Kitchen (new fridge and stove)
Breakfast nook
Formal Dining Room
Living Room and Fireplace
Laundry room (washer/dryer, iron)
Bedroom 2 (queen bed)
Bedroom 3 (two twin beds, travel crib)
Bathroom with bathtub

Upstairs- Entire floor is Master Suite (up a small staircase from the living room)
Master Bedroom (king bed)
Attached full bathroom with clawfoot bathtub, shower
Sewing room attached to master (full bed)

Downstairs:
Family room with built-in wet bar
Playroom/Office (full bed)
Bedroom 4 (queen bed)
Bathroom with shower

----------Nearby Attractions----------
Colorado National Monument East Entrance (5 min drive) - close to Serpent’s Trail, Devil’s Kitchen hikes, etc.
Mountain Biking on Tabeguache trail systems which includes the "Lunch loop", "Andy's trail" and many more (5 min drive)
Redlands Mesa Golf Course (5 min drive)
Two Rivers Winery (10 min drive)
Historic Main Street with restaurants, shopping, art galleries, and summertime Farmer’s Market (15 min drive)
Powderhorn Ski Resort (50 min drive)
Take a day trip in your car to Moab, the Grand Mesa, Glenwood Springs, Aspen, Ouray...

Property manager

Angela Turrou
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have pack-n-plays and other things for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
No gatherings over 12 people.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Unfortunately we never bend on this rule.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking anything (pot, too) inside. Outside ok

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
Note from host: No gatherings over 12 people.
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

Grand Junction

Located in Redlands, a neighbourhood in Grand Junction, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Colorado National Monument and Cross Orchards Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bananas Fun Park and Canyon View Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Western Colorado Botanical Gardens and John McConnell Math and Science Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Junction, CO

What's nearby

  • Colorado National Monument - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Redlands Mesa Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Canyon View Park - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Two Rivers Convention Center - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Colorado Mesa University - 13 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Station - 11 min drive
  • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Exposed Sandstone Slab From Hillside in Home, 5200 SqFt, Amazing Views! located?

This family-friendly Grand Junction holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Colorado National Monument, Redlands Mesa Golf Club and Tiara Rado. Bananas Fun Park and Canyon View Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank A.

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

Warm & welcoming

Amazing property Lots of space for 10 people Great architecture & views Wonderful hosts Sweet location close to trails, monument, & food
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mystie P.

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

We love this house!

Our stay here was the perfect home base for our friends annual mountain biking trip. It's the perfect get away for a group trip. We have rented this house every time we go to Grand Junction, we love it that much! Nothing like the privacy and views and unique architecture of this house in all of GJ!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Lovely house!

This property is located in the side of a mountain. Very picturesque!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICK G.

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

Grand junction vacation

enjoyed hanging out on the deck + exploring the immediate area. Short trip into town was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Re: Great Stay!

Such a beautiful and unique property! Plenty of space to relax with our extended family. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Excellent!

My wife and I stayed in this house, along with my mother and grandmother. The house was exactly as advertised, with the most amazing views from ecery window. We were close in proximity to site-seeing destinations, groceries, shopping, and downtown Grand Junction. Perfect vscation house!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana B.

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

Scenic Views + Unique Architectural Home

I could not recommend this home enough. It felt like being one with nature and had many animal visitors while staying. The house, itself, is an obviously well loved, creative marvel. It was honestly difficult to get motivated to leave and explore the area instead of just starting at the house to relax the entire time
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

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

Great place and great location. We would definitely rent this place again!

Location was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian T.

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

Amazing!

We stayed there for 2 days and we really enjoyed it. Very clean and excellent location overlooking the beautiful mountains. Will highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Another Incredible Stay at this Unique House

Had an incredible time with a bunch of friends before a big desert bike trip. We've made stopping by this house a tradition as we acclimate before heading out there. This house is so big and so cool. The bedrooms are all super different yet very comfortable and well cooled. The outdoor patio's probably where we spent most of our hangout time -- an incredible view as you watch the sun set behind the rock formations. We got to meet Lana upon checkin who gave us a warm welcome as well as some history on the house -- glad to feel like part of an extended family of regulars :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Nice place with character

Great location, quiet and a well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

We loved everything about this unique home.

Great location for exploring the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vernon Y.

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

Monumental trip

Had 10 people in our group of friends and family. Loved the location and house! Lana was fantastic meeting us and showing us the house and giving us a history of the place. Sunrises were amazing! Views from every room. Views from kitchen in the morning were my favorite as the sun rose on the monument. Very large house with great appointments and character! Would absolutely recommend and return. The Grand valley is an amazing place to hike, eat and enjoy the wineries! Peche was our favorite restaurant. Best wine was at Colterris. The Coral White Rose was amazing! The overall best view and overall experience was at Restoration Winery. Great hikes were Lower Monument Loop trail, Mica mine trail. Book and enjoy the valley!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie R.

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

Beautiful location

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. The location was easy to get into town or anywhere we wanted to go. It made for a great home base for our Western Slope adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Quintessential VRBO Experience

When I look to stay someplace, I am hoping for a unique experience in a great location, and this fantastic rental delivered. No "cheapest-Ikea-furniture-we-can-find" experience here; authentic, clean, perfectly located against the backdrop of the Colorado Monument, close to Lunch Loops MTB, and one of a kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

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

Amazing place to stay

Unique, fun, house in a stunning location. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex J.

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

Great stay for golf trip

We had a great stay for a golf trip. Location is awesome, and the house is perfect for entertaining family and friends. Very unique inside and the deck is awesome for star gazing. Hosts are very responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

Great views

Great place to get away
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Kristie W., Fort Collins

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

Great views and location!

Beautiful views / great location. Fun and quirky house! Worked great for a weekend getaway for 6 friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Great getaway!

The house is personable and unique! An unforgettable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas L.

Great location and architecture

A fabulous location and a house full of surprise. An incredible design and a lot of space for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura S., Wellington

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

Wow! Wonderful

Super awesome house beautiful history! Would revisit in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M., Corona del Mar, CA

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

Plenty of room in great home with charming character

Nice place for families or people who are looking for little space that pats only 5 miles from town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marci C.

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

Amazing!!

Easy check in, clean and comfortable house with everything we needed. We loved how unique the house was as well as the amazing views. Highly recommend this house!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garry Z.

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

See You Same Time Next Year

Our Golfing Group Loves the accommodations…see you next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Angela Turrou

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We live in Los Angeles but we share the house with our parents, who live right down the road and love hosting our guests. We have traveled all over the world and our best experiences have been when we were invited to local homes and got to know the people living there. We hope you get to know Grand Junction just a little bit better- and we know you will be blown away by the views in our unique home.

Why they chose this property

Our grandpa built it and we couldn't let it leave our family! It's just too beautiful of a house. Grandma and Grandpa had always talked about making it into a bed and breakfast, way before VRBO was around, and we're happy to fulfill their wishes.

What makes this property unique

Our guests have told us a few things in particular they love about our home: 1) It's truly unique in what several have called a "funky" way. For instance the house is built around the sandstone slab from the hillside and it protrudes out from walls in the first and second level. 2) Every single window in our home has an amazing view, either of the Colorado National Monument, or the Grand Valley. You can see some of it in the pictures, but really, you have to be there to fully appreciate it! 3) And finally, everyone loves our giant porch. We built it over what used to be a pool, so it's very sizable, and there is nothing between it and the Monument, so you can take in the sunrise with a cup of coffee, or have an amazing BBQ under the stars. Enjoy!

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English, Spanish

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