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Rustic Cabin, Amazing Views of the Mountains, with sled hill - STR 2022-092

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Front yard fire area
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Entry

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ridgway, CO
  • Orvis Hot Springs
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Ouray Hot Springs Pool
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Box Canyon Falls Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st upstairs bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Vintage Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Cabin, Amazing Views of the Mountains, with sled hill - STR 2022-092

Experience the charm of a quiet, rustic cabin with all the comforts of a modern-day home. It’s cozily positioned in a secluded mountain escape, located high on Miller Mesa and just eight miles from town. It’s the perfect vantage point for stunning views of the San Juan mountains in all directions, as well as abundant wildlife including deer, elk, bears, and more. There’s even access to the National Forest, conveniently situated just down the road. If you’re seeking a tranquil entry into the natural world, this cabin is your gateway!
The Rustic is made to give the best of both worlds: Old-school allure, but plenty of modern comforts and conveniences. Indeed, “rustic” doesn’t translate into “roughing it!” You’ll experience ease as soon as you pull into the property. The circle drive supplies ample parking for family, friends, and off-roaders with trailers or multiple vehicles. And, the large, raised deck makes you feel like you are in the trees, with a perfect bird's eye view to watch the wildlife.
The cabin itself is made of rough-sawn, circular-cut lumber. Wooden beams throughout the cabin give a feel of mountain-chateau comfort. And, the combination of antique and modern furnishings will instantly put you at ease. Some particular features of the cabin include:
● An open floor plan, which includes the kitchen, dining, and living area.
● In the kitchen: Custom hickory cabinets, river rock pebbled backsplashes, and
black granite countertops, combined with new stainless-steel appliances.
● Two bathrooms on the main floor: the vintage guest bathroom used for the two
bedrooms upstairs, as well as the private master bathroom. The antique bathroom
has a gorgeous original clawfoot tub/shower combo, with a fabulous large cast
iron sink. The master bathroom also has an original antique sink with washboard
and a large walk-in shower with double shower heads.
● A master suite is located in the rear of the cabin on the main floor, allowing for
maximum privacy and a peaceful retreat from the rest of the house. Beautiful
French doors lead out of the back of the cabin, letting you enjoy the views of
nature and peaceful mountain living.
● A laundry room on the main floor is available for use.
● Two upstairs bedrooms; one queen size bed and one king size bed with a heavy
privacy curtain covering the door way in between both rooms.
● A sledding slope on the property is a huge favorite for our guests and keeps the
whole family entertained for hours.
Staying at The Rustic gives you everything you could ask for in a mountain
vacation, including ample opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. There’s easy access to the National Forest, the town of Ridgway, amazing restaurants, and abundant outdoor adventure. Those adventures include: Off-roading, hiking, fishing, hunting, water sports, river rafting, skiing, ice climbing, and snowmobiling, all of which are just minutes from Ridgway, Ouray, or Telluride! We hope you enjoy the many features that this cabin has to offer!
Year round access, recommend all wheel or 4 wheel drive vehicles in the winter months.

The property does have outdoor cameras. There is a camera to the left of the front door facing out towards the road, that covers the front yard and parts of the driveway. It reaches 100 ft towards the road. The second camera is a door bell camera that covers part of the porch looking out towards the front yard about 30 ft. The camera in the back yard is to the right side of the master bedroom and spans out about 100 ft thru the back yard. Cameras are only accessed if a guest, neighbor or property manager deem an issue that needs to be reviewed.

Property manager

Jennifer Frisbee
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Parties/ Events are Not allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets: 2 pet maximum, 175.00 pet fee required. Current shot records required before arrival, email to ----@--------.---

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: Parties/ Events are Not allowed
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

Ridgway

Located in Elk Meadows, a neighbourhood in Ridgway, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ouray Hot Springs Pool and Telluride Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ridgway, CO

What's nearby

  • Orvis Hot Springs - 25 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Ouray Hot Springs Pool - 38 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Cascade Falls - 38 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Ouray Ice Park - 39 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Box Canyon Falls Park - 40 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kate's Place - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cimarron Books & Coffeehouse - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Taco Del Gnar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪True Grit Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Full Tilt Saloon - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cabin, Amazing Views of the Mountains, with sled hill - STR 2022-092 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cabin, Amazing Views of the Mountains, with sled hill - STR 2022-092?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cabin, Amazing Views of the Mountains, with sled hill - STR 2022-092?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cabin, Amazing Views of the Mountains, with sled hill - STR 2022-092 located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Hartwell Park, Ridgway Railroad Museum and San Juan Hut Systems. Orvis Hot Springs and Ridgway Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Radivoi L.

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

Family reunion

Had a great time with our son and grandkids.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

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

Amazing Stay

We spend a wonderful week in this sweet cabin. It was cozy, clean, and better than advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

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

White Christmas

This was an excellent stay and would recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful peaceful setting. My kids loved it and really enjoyed the sledhill. Close enough to town, ouray, or even Montrose. The host was superb and was very accommodating. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Great Stay!

The host (Jen) is so amazing! My family is crazy, and they are constantly changing their minds. I added days onto the stay 3 separate times and Jen didn’t bat an eye, just accommodated us anyway! The house was so clean and the set up is amazing !
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

Wonderful

Peaceful cabin that is well appointed. We enjoyed the cooking, campfires, and wildlife.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucretia R.

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

Tranquility

Perfect location to get away from it all. Still close to everything. Property is beautiful and we had many deer visit us in the early evenings. We even had a visit from a neighborhood cat. Plenty of seating for those with families and the kitchen is stocked with everything needed. We truly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome Place to Stay!

We had a fabulous time in Ridgway and visited Telluride, Ouray, and Silverton. The house was extremely clean and ALL of the beds were super comfortable! The host was very efficient with communications, and very helpful with extra information on surrounding areas. I cannot say enough about how nice she was! We enjoyed everything about the house and roasted marshmallows by the fire on two nights. We highly recommend and will definitely be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEETTA S.

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

Beautiful Cabin!

Beautifully decorated cabin with awesome deck and firepit areas. Great location. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Location, Location, Location!

This cabin gives you the full Colorado experience! It is very nicely appointed and comfortable. Jennifer is very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Perfect location to visit Ouray, Silverton, and Telluride! We rented a SxS in Ouray for the day, the trails and views were breathtaking ! We hiked the perimeter trail around Ouray, more incredible views. The entire experience was amazing, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley H.

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

Beautiful home

This property is one of a kind. The location was a perfect distance from town all while being secluded in the woods. The house has anything and everything you could might want or need while traveling. It was so very well appointed and very comfortable! We had an amazing time with our family at your lodge :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Wonderful property .. very private, nice decor throughout, charming, comfortable beds, well-stocked kitchen & great outdoor space. We had a wonderful long weekend with our daughter and fiancé .. seeing lots of deer during our dusk hikes, enjoying a fire in the upper fire pit one evening and playing games after our daytime adventures in nearby Ridgway, Ouray & Telluride. It was also nice to have a fenced area for our pup. The home is about 15 min from town on a gravel/dirt road that was easy to travel on. Jen was always easy to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

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

Warm cabin close to town and mountains

Beautiful cabin lots of space. The kitchen is perfect for families. We love to cook so we made meals everyday. Their cabin is fully stocked with everything you need. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tam L.

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

Beautiful home and location

The property is lovely, clean, and comfortable in a beautiful location. My husband, myself and our fur kids truly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G., Scottsdale, Az

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

Hilltop Hideaway

This rustic cabin was exceptional & has everything you need to feel right at home. Our family of 4 had the best time cooking, playing games, sitting by the fire and going for long walks together. The yard is fenced and super spacious making it a safe and great place for the doggies to explore. The views are spectacular! The neighborhood is nice & quiet. Jennifer the host was so wonderful and super helpful. This place is paradise. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Awesome Cabin

Loved our stay here - well appointed kitchen with everything you need. Fenced yard was great for the dogs. Short drive to town and lots of beautiful views and wildlife around.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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Awesome Place

This property was very clean and it was as described. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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Great location

We very much enjoyed our stay here, owner was very helpful in making sure our stay was accurate with no issues. Rooms were great, beds were comfortable, and the cabin was very clean. I wish every owner was as nice as Jennifer. The area is beautiful, and the mountain views are not from the cabin as we expected, but you can go down the road where you come in from and the mountain views are great. Owner even told me about an access road that was very nice to drive down with the rented jeeps. It's also a dark sky area so you can see some great night sky stars, down by the gate at the end of the street. We had no issues and is a great place to stay ! Thanks Jennifer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry H.

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Wonderful

What a fantastic home! Very nice inside & out. Everything is well maintained and all the amenities you could desire. Our group thoroughly enjoyed the stay! We highly recommend this property for those looking for a very restful vacation retreat!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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Great stay!

Beautiful cabin in an absolutely gorgeous setting. Our dog loved the fenced yards (front and back) even though he was luckily oblivious to all the deer wandering by. :) Well-appointed inside, extremely well stocked with cooking gear. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill W., Houston, USA

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Perfect Mountain getaway

We loved our week at this property. The house was clean and bed comfy. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook each evening. It’s nice to have a built in heater in the bathroom for those chilly mornings to just warm up that space. We had our doggo with us and even though we had hauled his big kennel with us we didn’t have to unload it as there were already dog bowls and a large kennel in the home. Came home a few evenings to dear sleeping in the front unfenced part of the yard at the house which was sweet to watch them and a herd of Elk we encountered in the middle of the road on the drive up to the property was exciting as well. Easy drive to Telluride, Silverton, Ouray and Montrose. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

I should keep this place a secret!

We loved our stay at this cabin. The cabin and location is beautiful and peaceful. The cabin itself is decorated beautifully and had everything we needed. The beds were so comfortable. Only thing to note is the king in living room is air mattresses (that were totally comfortable) I just messed up and did not request them from beginning as I assumed it was a sleeper sofa. The owner was so incredible she took no time at all responding right away when I had questions. We did not have any issues or complaints. We skied every day in Telluride which was only about a 50 minute drive from the cabin. We will definitely book this place again if available when we come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci T.

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

Perfect cabin for your next family getaway!

This property is perfect for someone wanting to get away and enjoy the peac and quiet of the mountains. The cabin owner, property manager, and maintenance man was the BEST. They made sure we had everything we needed no matter what time. It is beautifully decorated and has everything you could possibly want. On the property is a snow hill and they provided sleds! I would love to go back and stay in this same cabin during a different season to be able to experience different activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

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Great Property

Fantastic cabin . Had all everything you could possible need and many extras. Isolated enough but close enough to all activities and places we wanted to see. Would highly recommend this property to those who enjoy Western Colorado.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Great cabin

Even better than pictures. We loved staying here on our wedding night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Frisbee

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The Owners’ Story
The owners of The Rustic is The Frisbee family—from Texas. Together, they have been coming to this area for years every summer, thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to off-road and live the mountain life.
The Frisbee's own an auto shop that is just south of Dallas. In addition to servicing regular automotive needs, they also build overland and off-road Land Cruisers for customers hailing from all over the United States. They are blessed to have three boys and a daughter in-law who also keep them busy and enjoying their time with them all.
In 2018, they decided to look around and see if they could find something to call their own, and they were successful. They were fortunate to find the exact cabin and space of their dreams in an area that made their hearts happy and fulfilled their souls. Though The Rustic's bones were solid, the house had been abandoned for a few years—thus, it needed some (ahem, a lot of) work. Luckily, the family was able to bring her back to life, and just as they envisioned her. It has been an amazing few years, and all have enjoyed the experience. The cabin is an ongoing labor of love and a testament to their hard work. Much is still needed to be done, but The Rustic is well on its way and at a point where the family can take a break and enjoy it—and also invite others to come and stay.

Why they chose this property

In 2018, Frisbee's decided to look around and possibly buy property. Jennifer Frisbee was originally searching for opportunities in the high country, as they had always visited during the summer to off-road and spend time running the passes. They contacted an amazing realtor in the area and looked at some places while engaging in a crash course in Colorado real estate. They found the listing for the cabin online and made several trips to scope the property. They asked the realtor about it and initially he said, "Oh you don't want to see that. It has been abandoned and empty for years. It is very dirty, and the layout is wonky."
Little did he know, the family has a serious love for old things alongside an obsession for buying, redoing, and flipping them. In fact, Jennifer tends to be the “Queen of Bad Life Decisions and Hard Manual Labor.” (Just joking—sort of.) So, she told the realtor she wanted to go and look at it. As it turned out, the entire group ended up going to look at it that day. When they pulled up, every single one of them instantly knew it was the place for them. The cabin’s immediate vibe was amazing; it was like stepping back in time when you crossed over the threshold. They spent hours there that first visit, examining everything from the top of the roof to the house’s foundation. Yes, it was true that the old girl needed a lot of work, but her bones were solid, and they knew she had a ton of love left to give to their families.
The families closed on The Rustic in late 2018 and have traveled back and forth at least once a month since then, focused on fixing her up. She is an ongoing project, and one that is totally worth it. They are ecstatic knowing they can bring her back to life. What’s more, their project has attracted much interest—so they have decided to share The Rustic with others. They hope you enjoy her as much as they do.

What makes this property unique

Most people, when they are on vacation, want one of two things: Quiet and secluded or a space buzzing with life and energy. The Rustic offers the best of both worlds—a serene, private cabin that is a short drive from a town with lots of activity. The unique, old-school vibe of the space allows you to feel like you stepped back into yesteryear, allowing you to slow down from the daily grind. However, The Rustic still has all of the modern comforts and amenities you could desire. On top of it, the sled hill delivers excellent fun for the whole family—and you don't have to waste time loading your car and traveling somewhere for the day.

Languages:

English

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