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On the river! Private patio. 2 large yards. Dog friendly. Book now for summer!

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Exterior
Welcome to the Cabin- sleeps 6
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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South Fork, CO
  • Wolf Creek Anglers
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rio Grande Club
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Mountain Room

1 Queen Bed

River Room

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

On the river! Private patio. 2 large yards. Dog friendly. Book now for summer!

Book NOW for summer!!! Rio Cabin Retreat sits on the banks of the Rio Grande River with over 2 acres! Enjoy the private back deck while watching rafters and fishing groups float by. There is ample seating outside for everyone…plus a picnic table to enjoy meals with river and mountain views. The riverside fire pit surrounded by adirondack chairs is perfect for roasting hotdogs and s’mores in the evening under the stars.
If you love to fish, you can do it from the back yard! The Cabin is on the gold medal waters = big fish!
Plenty of parking for ATV/ snow mobile trailers.
Get ready to make some memories in this adorable cabin that is located on the river in beautiful South Fork, Colorado! This 3 bedroom/ 1 bath log cabin is perfect for a family, 2 couples or 5 individuals with each having their own bed.
With 2 bedrooms located on the main level with the bathroom, and 2 full size beds, a twin bed and 2 sofas in the loft, there is plenty of room for your family. The large sofa in the living room seats 6 as well. Enjoy the smart tv that you can connect to your Prime, Hulu, Netflix accounts.
Come on in and make yourselves at home and get ready to enjoy the great outdoors during your stay. Make yourself a cup of coffee, then step out onto the covered patio or sunny deck to soak in the sights and sounds of nature that surrounds you!
Grab your fishing pole and wander down the path to the river to catch your supper-- fresh rainbow trout! Rio Cabin is located on the Gold Medal fishing waters of the Rio Grande River! What better place to spend the day? Love to fly fish but need some help? Schedule a guided excursion with one of several fishing guides in town.
With 400' of river frontage, there is plenty of room to raft or kayak in/out of your own back yard! Both can be rented in town for an afternoon full of river adventure! Have a picnic by the river! Roast hotdogs on the riverside fire pit. Enjoy s'mores over the campfire at night. Watch for wildlife- deer, bear and bald eagles along the river. Or be adventurous and enjoy the many activities that South Fork and the surrounding national forrest have to offer--- Jeep trails, ATV trails, hiking, fishing the lakes, guided raft trips, ski Wolf Creek, explore waterfalls, play at the sand dunes, enjoy the kayak park in Del Norte, or take day trips to unique towns like Creede, Lake City, and Silverton.
So much to do, so little time!
Pet Friendly!!! Maximum of 2 dogs allowed (30 lbs or less) and they MUST be noted on the reservation. They are NOT allowed on the furniture or to be left alone during the day unless they are crated. Looking for a doggie daycare for a day? Contact Ruff Dogs in town.
Need a large place to stay that accommodates up to 25 guests? Check out the lodge next door- Rio River Retreat Lodge. Both cabins can be rented together for extra large groups, multiple families and intimate weddings/ events
Horse boarding is also available to guests at an extra charge. Get ready to make some memories where the river meets the mountains!

Property manager

Dan and Melissa Jones
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 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
2 dogs allowed per reservation. NOT allowed on fur
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NOT 410 friendly. If evidence of marijuana or othe
Upon booking, you will be required to sign a rental agreement.

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 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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Fork

Located in South Fork, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rio Grande National Forest and Coller State Wildlife Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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South Fork, CO

What's nearby

  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Coller State Wildlife Area - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 27 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Firehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Two Rivers BBQ - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the river! Private patio. 2 large yards. Dog friendly. Book now for summer! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On the river! Private patio. 2 large yards. Dog friendly. Book now for summer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the river! Private patio. 2 large yards. Dog friendly. Book now for summer!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the river! Private patio. 2 large yards. Dog friendly. Book now for summer! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rio Grande and Wolf Creek Anglers. Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david b.

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

Great cabin

Great cabin by the river. Roomy and well maintained. Owners great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

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

Great Stay

Very cute property that has everything that you need!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Spring Break Ski Trip

Cabin was clean and well kept. About 20min drive to Wolf Creek Ski. Had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Very Cute Family Friendly Cabin!

Family friendly cabin, very spacious, very clean, and very private cabin next to the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond R.

Wonderful!!

This was the perfect cabin for a family ski trip! Clean, close to town, and the perfect set up. We will definitely be back!!

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Great stay

We love this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

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

Short trip to the mountains

Two night stay in a quiet cabin in the mountains. Cabin exactly as listed, no surprises. Instructions and communications with property owner were very clear and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan l.

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

Great place to stay with the family!

Great place to stay with the family and look forward to staying here again. We only wish the fire restrictions would have allowed us to use the fire pit down near the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Great Stay!

Wonderful location and beautiful setting. We really enjoyed sitting by the river.

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

Great Cabin on the River

This cabin was a wonderful location for our family. The location is great right on the river and the cabin had plenty of room for us and our two kids. Would stay here again and recommend to anyone looking for a cabin in the woods and right on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha G.

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

Amazing

Great place to stay,
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Perfect, well equipped cabin

We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. I would stay again, if I am back in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

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

Family vacation

The cabin was very clean and well stocked. We were very comfortable and had a wonder Time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Best Cabin on the River!

Great cozy cabin with everything you need! Right on the river with great fishing and an awesome firepit!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful well appointed cabin perfect for relaxing beside the Rio Grande river. The owner communicated very well making it easy to check in/out. Cabin had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

Cozy Cabin on the River

Cute cabin on the river. Very peaceful setting. Kitchen well stocked. Beds comfortable. Hosts were outstanding!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

derrick h.

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

Perfect spot

Close to town and a great house. Would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Wonderful Cabin by the river

Amazing experience for our family! Well stocked and plenty of room for family! We cooked meals, played games,and fished in the river. Very nice fire pit b!!rubber and gas
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., Arvada, United States

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

Wonderful Stay

Family had a great experience. Simply a very clean and well kept log home right on the Rio. We will be visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

destin h.

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

Nice Cabin

Nice cabin, clean and smelled fresh. Sits right by the river which is great. Definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Fantastic getaway

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely, clean and well stocked cabin. Our hosts were super friendly and very welcoming. This is the perfect cabin to relax at after a day of skiing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Great

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Explore weekend

We used South Fork as a base and made day trips to several high mountain lakes and wilderness areas. Awesome trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci G.

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

Wonderful!

Clean, great host, and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Cabin in the river!

Beautiful river front property! Great location and proximity to outdoor adventures. Clean and well maintained!

About the host

Hosted by Dan and Melissa Jones

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We are Dan and Melissa Jones, managers of Rio Cabin Retreat. We recently moved to South Fork full time from Canyon, Texas where we raised our 2 kids. Dan grew up coming to the mountains for vacation as a child, and this is where he wanted to eventually retire from the car business. We also brought our kids to South Fork for family vacations when they were young. So, as soon as our son graduated high school, we made the move. We own and manage Rio River Retreat Lodge right next door to Rio Cabin Retreat. We were blessed to be asked to manage this adorable little cabin on the river and all of the guests just fall in love with it! We hope you will choose to make some memories where the river meets the mountains!

Why they chose this property

It is located on the gold medal fishing waters of the Rio Grande River and has both an upper and lower yard with plenty of seating in various places to enjoy the mountain scenery!

What makes this property unique

Small cabins on the river are hard to find!! You will love the private porch that looks to the river for cool evenings and your favorite beverage! Want more privacy? Head down to the lower yard for a cozy campfire and s’mores on the riverside fire pit! Wrap up in your blanket with a glass of wine and watch the sunset!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests