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PARADISE! Ride-In/Ride-Out Cabin located in St. Elmo, CO. STR Permit#: 005594

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Kitchen with everything you will need to cook home cooked meal and dining area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Looking from the kitchen to the front door
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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St. Elmo, CO
  • San Isabel National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • St. Elmo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mt. Princeton
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Salida, CO (SLT-Harriet Alexander Field)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

PARADISE! Ride-In/Ride-Out Cabin located in St. Elmo, CO. STR Permit#: 005594

Our cabin is the perfect location to call "home" for your vacation or weekend getaway. Located in the San Isabel National Forest with Chalk Creek access across the street. Sit on the front deck and enjoy the sound of flowing water, walk across the street to test your fishing skills or grill and hang out on the back patio with the gas fire-pit. Either location will provide wildlife viewing.

Ride your ATV, dirt bikes, side-by-side or snowmobiles directly from the cabin. Tin Cup pass is 1000 feet away to take you on your daily adventures.

We are located 16.5 miles West of Nathrop, CO in the city limits of the historical Ghost Town of St. Elmo, Colorado on County Road 294. There is very limited traffic on the road out front as it is primarily used by residents to get to their cabins.

Our cabin has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, dining room and a comfortable front room. Maximum occupancy is 4 people.

The kitchen is stocked with everything you will need to prepare your meals.

For your safety carbon monoxide/smoke detectors have been installed in both bedrooms and common area.

*Unplug and enjoy your vacation! We DO NOT have internet, Wi-Fi or a landline. We do provide an internet type phone for your use and the number is posted beside the phone.

We do have exterior video cameras at the front and back of the cabin.

If you plan to visit Colorado Springs please look at our other VRBO properties #560444, #755489, #18775035 and #1013046.

Property manager

Carol & Ref Finsterwald
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed
With prior approval and payment of pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Evidence of smoking will forfeit return of deposit

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
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

Nathrop

Located in Nathrop, this cabin is in the mountains. St. Elmo and Hancock Ghost Town are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cottonwood Hot Springs and Elation Ridge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St. Elmo, CO

What's nearby

  • San Isabel National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Elmo - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 52 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Mt. Princeton - 55 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Cottonwood Lake - 65 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 120 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PARADISE! Ride-In/Ride-Out Cabin located in St. Elmo, CO. STR Permit#: 005594 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PARADISE! Ride-In/Ride-Out Cabin located in St. Elmo, CO. STR Permit#: 005594?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PARADISE! Ride-In/Ride-Out Cabin located in St. Elmo, CO. STR Permit#: 005594?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PARADISE! Ride-In/Ride-Out Cabin located in St. Elmo, CO. STR Permit#: 005594 located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps away from San Isabel National Forest and St. Elmo. Hancock Ghost Town and Agnes Vaille Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway!
All I have to say is, my sister and I cant wait to get back and stay and next year! The location is absolutely beautiful and the home is lovely and better than expected! So charming and cozy, exactly what we wanted to relax and get away for our trip we take every year. The creek is right across the street and in the end of September the fall colors are spectacular. Carol and Ref are the best hosts, we couldnt have asked for more. Thank you again for the amazing memories! . Carol and Ref arecoul ask more..
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Texas summer heat break
This is our third year to go to st Elmo, stay in this cabin , and we absolutely love everything about it!! Cannot wait for trip 4, 5……
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this Cabin
We had the best time at this quaint cabin. We had access to all the trails from this cabin & a short drive to the hot springs. It was so quiet & peaceful. Any questions we had, Carol & Ref would always answer our call. It was so beautiful up there, I didn’t want to leave. I love, love, love this cabin. I can’t say enough about this cute place. Kendall & Stan
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowell E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of Heaven
Great location off the beaten track. Very relaxing with the sounds Of the Stream out in front. The cabin had everything you need for a warm and inviting stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful place to relax
This is the second year in a row we have stayed at the St. Elmo Cabin. It is a beautiful, relaxing place to be. We gave SxS’s we ride which can be done straight from the house. The hosts are wonderful. Planning on booking next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Perfect Location
Absolutely beautiful cabin in the most perfect location for riding the trails. The cabin was clean, so beautifully decorated and the landscaping…wow ! The area is quiet and fairly private. Wish we would have had time for the fire pit but got in too late every night. The kitchen was well stocked and all the starter supplies you would need. Owners are very friendly and responsive. If you are wanting ride in, ride out this is your spot. The drive is a bit tricky with two trailers but anyone with experience can handle it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Remote
We loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRAD F., OAK GROVE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Cabin was perfect, owners were great. Would love to go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Elmo
Our second time to the same place and cabin. Everything you’d want, and more! Perfect place and carol is so sweet and responds to any issues or concerns!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful area!
Had a very relaxing time in a clean, nicely furnished home. You can access trails directly from the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rev M., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool Temps in the Pines
Very enjoyable stay.The place is well equipped, clean, and roomy. And the afternoon showers were a nice touch. We proved life can be great without the internet (even though here I am back on it now).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan L., Council Grove, KS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Elmo trip
This cabin provided the perfect place for us to stay on our recent trip to Colorado. We wanted a place in the St. Elmo area where we could ride our ATVs to trails from the house without trailering and hauling them. We thoroughly enjoyed our time. Saw a bull moose walk through the driveway, and many other wildlife around. Loved the sounds of the river flowing across the road. Beautiful area and very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S., Bayfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to stay in St. Elmo
If you like to ride in the backcountry this is the place to stay. Perfect mountain cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Leroy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
atv stay
This Place was great. the only thing I would suggest is letting people know how tight it is to get trailer in drive way. other then that this place was amassing. would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome trip
The cabin is wonderful and the new hot tub, back deck and brick pathway were wonderful additions. The weather was wonderful and sitting on the deck soaking up the quiet sounds of nature and beautiful view were just what we needed. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

LANCE J., Married to Camie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous private getaway cabin
Excellent mountain cabin with fantastic views and central location! Pristine condition. Tastefully decorated with everything you need for a mountain retreat. Quiet and relaxing. Friendly hosts who thoroughly maintain their property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly Off Grid!
Carol and Ref, we could not have been more happy with this beautiful cabin in the trees. Quiet, peaceful and remote is what we were looking for and we found it. Weather was perfect - very cool mornings, which is a treat coming from San Antonio, Texas! Mule deer, chipmunks and hummingbirds visited daily. Easy drive to TinCup for lunch at Frenchy's one day; otherwise, we cooked at the cabin. The kitchen has absolutely everything you need! Thank you for sharing your piece of mountain paradise with these two flatlanders. Julie and Danny Delahunt
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the Grid
This was such a beautiful and relaxing place! The cabin had everything we needed and more. The wildlife viewing was amazing! We can not wait to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for UTV/ATV Riders
We enjoyed this cabin so much! It is beautifully decorated and very relaxing. We loved the fact that we could take our Polaris General straight from the cabin and hit up several close by trails. We went to Tin Cup Pass and the town of Tin Cup, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lake, the Mary Murphy Mine, Alpine Lake and the Baldwin Trail. We did 94 miles of trails during our stay. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St elmo cabin
Cabin was very clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed and more. we enjoyed the porches and watching the humming birds and the storm roll in. Was great to start your ride right from the cabin. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Diana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway.
We enjoyed our stay in Saint Elmo. It was so relaxing, in a year when you need to relax. The cabin is so cute! The sound of Chalk Creek is a great way to fall asleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles S., Hutchinson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disconnect.
What an exceptional place to disconnect from the world for a while. No phones. No texts. No email. No internet. Absolutely loved it! If you can’t live without being connected 24/7 go somewhere else. Peaceful walks. Friendly folks. We plan on going back! Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Callie L., Nixa, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cabin in St Elmo area!
This is hands down the best VRBO experience I've ever had. The property was exactly as described. Carol is amazing and answered all of my questions in a timely manner. I've never stayed anywhere that felt like "home" and this felt so comfortable. Basically Carol is a mind-reader and has everything you'd ever need. You can also tell that others love this cabin and pay it forward by leaving extra canned goods or toiletries that don't need to ride home. We specifically needed a place to ride our ATV/OHV without having to trailer. This was it. We rode over Hancock Pass (2x), Tincup Pass (2x), all the Mt. Antero trails, and even over to Pitkin and Cottonwood Pass one day. We spotted moose, elk, and mule deer daily. Highly recommend this cabin for anyone wanting to check off the grid without cell or internet. Loved our time in Colorado, Carol!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Vacation get away!
This trip was amazing! You can hear the creek all day, the views are spectacular, lots of wildlife and great trails for us to play and explore with our pups! The other cabins and people that pass by are all very friendly, courteous and very genuine. Even had a moose come up to the cabin and that was a view/experience I’ll always remember! Even got great pictures and video! We are already looking into to booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wildlife
The wildlife is incredible! We saw moose, deer, chipmunks, hummingbirds, and other types of birds on the property. It was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Carol & Ref Finsterwald

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My husband and I have been married for 32 years and live in Colorado Springs.

Why they chose this property

St. Elmo has always been a favorite location for us to visit and ride our Snowmobiles and ATV's. Purchasing property in St. Elmo is very rare and when we were given the opportunity we could not turn it down. I hope you enjoy the area as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

The trail system for San Isabel is right outside our door. You can ride, walk, hike or fish without having to leave the neighborhood.

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English

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