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Rushing Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect Cabin for Family/Couples Getaways!

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Exterior
Relax next to picturesque aspen-lined creek w/seating, fire pit & picnic table.
Exterior
Exterior
Sit on deck or at fire pit next to cool mountain creek in aspen grove

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rushing Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect Cabin for Family/Couples Getaways!

Rushing Creek, Mountain Views Make Cabin a Perfect Vacation Getaway.
Enjoy the best of both worlds----the peaks of the Continental Divide and the rushing waters of Brown's Creek. You get spectacular mountain views from our upper and lower decks. Plus, enjoy our creek with firepit seating, patio, picnic table and hammock. Wireless even extends to the creek. Enjoy all from the comfort of a private cozy cabin set on three acres of meadow and aspens, spruce and cottonwoods.

And now we have high-speed internet for streaming entertainment.

For outdoor enthusiasts, we're in hiking/rafting/biking country. We're 1 mile east of the Colorado Trail trailhead, and just 3 miles up creek from the Arkansas River where it has carved out historic Brown's Canyon National Monument.

This well-appointed home has all the amenities. It was furnished with a family in mind, but is equally comfortable for a couples’ getaway. The charming décor is rustic with a touch of retro.

The homey living room has a river-rock fireplace, comfy couch, club chairs with ottomans and an electric recliner. Two six-foot windows face the mountains. The living room also has Roku, DVD player, plenty of books, and a collection of board games and jigsaw puzzles.

The kitchen is fully furnished with two sets of dishes, pots and pans, bakeware, mixer, crock pots, rice cooker, blender, electric griddle and more. The kitchen window above the sink looks onto the creek and aspen. Next to another six-foot window is a pine dining table which seats eight, and comes with placemats and bandana napkins. Right off the kitchen is a full-sized washer and dryer. All linens are furnished, including beach towels for water activities.

The large upstairs master is 20’ x 20’ and has a vaulted ceiling and king-sized bed. The room also has a ceiling fan and a sliding glass door which leads onto a deck with bench-seating and mountain views. The decorative (non-working) fireplace is set with candles for a romantic escape. At the top of the stairs is a full bathroom. Towels are provided of course.

The main floor has a full bath (tub/shower).

The main floor features a wrap-around deck with a gas grill and a patio table with umbrella overlooking the creek. On the mountain side is a bench glider and side table, perfect for morning coffee or a glass of wine as the sun dips behind the Continental Divide. Step off the deck into the aspen shade for the picnic table, fire pit, hammock and Adirondack benches by the creek.

The area borders millions of acres of National Forest wilderness for hiking. The cabin is just minutes from the best rafting in the west, fly fishing, mineral hot springs, trail rides and golf. Visit the nearby ghost town of St. Elmo and feed chipmunks. Rent a jeep or ATVs in Buena Vista or Salida.

Sample both mountain towns of Salida and Buena Vista—the cabin is exactly between these Arkansas River tourist getaways---just a 15 minute drive in either direction. Enjoy the many restaurants, including the Boathouse Cantina and High Side Restaurant, where you can sip a drink and watch kayakers on the Arkansas River. Amicas microbrewery offers wood-fired pizza and salads. Currents restaurant has good food and live music many evenings. Afterwards, stroll along the river and browse the numerous art galleries and shops.

Plan your own getaway, or we can provide you with links to area activities and attractions.
Cabin on Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect for Year-Round Getaways!

Property manager

Rick Wolff
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please monitor children so they stay on property.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Respect neighbors by staying on our 3 acres. Property lines are road, driveways and creek. Also, please stay off bridge, as it's privately owned.
Fire Danger! Adult must monitor fires; do not leave kids alone. Low flames only! Large fire will earn a visit from neighbor or Forest Ranger. Thanks!
No events allowed--no parties, receptions, weddings, etc. Only registered guests are allowed on property. No friends or other visitors.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Nathrop

Located in Nathrop, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Buena Vista Heritage Museum and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Salida Golf Club and Wood's High Mountain Distillery. Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Nathrop, CO

What's nearby

  • San Isabel National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Agnes Vaille Falls - 23 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 31 min drive - 33.0 km
  • St. Elmo - 43 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Mt. Princeton - 75 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Princeton Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Den - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mary Murphy Steak House - Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rushing Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect Cabin for Family/Couples Getaways! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rushing Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect Cabin for Family/Couples Getaways!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rushing Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect Cabin for Family/Couples Getaways!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rushing Creek w/Mountain Views! Perfect Cabin for Family/Couples Getaways! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from San Isabel National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. Agnes Vaille Falls is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

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

TONYA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with tons of perks!
Stayed with family and loved the welcoming home and amazing property. Great seating area at stream with fire ring. Fully stocked kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
They had everything we needed to make our stay so enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ward M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful, cozy mountain cabin along stream
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this cabin tucked in at the base of mount Antero but convenient to local towns of Buena Vista & Salida. We acclimated here in preparation for a longer stay at altitude and enjoyed hikes, fishing high country lakes, and floated the Arkansas. Great amenities and communication with host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelley s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect for us
The cabin was cozy, comfortable and had all we needed. We could tell how much the owners treasure their mountain place. We enjoyed sitting by the stream and hearing it during the night. The location worked well for our activities of hiking and being in nature. If we needed to access a town, Buena Vista and Salida were within reach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High School Graduation Vacation
Our family had a great time. We loved the secluded cabin and the access to Buena Vista and Salida. Going to bed with the windows open and falling asleep to the sounds of Browns Creek was awesome. Rick is a wonderful host. Very flexible and easy to reach if needed. We were blessed to find one of the coolest places in Colorado to make memories with our daughters!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Spot!
We had the BEST time in this beautiful, secluded spot. Rick and Jenny were gracious, helpful, communicative, and just made us feel so welcomed and comfortable. The cabin was just what we were hoping for - a beautiful, quaint, clean spot for our family to relax amidst the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing!
Beautiful property. River right outside. Close to the hot springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Great location. Loved the firepit as an added bonus. Plenty of room and space for our stay. Host was great responding to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and a great location
House was beautiful with great views and your own piece of Brown’s Creek. Rick was very helpful and great to work with. Location is great for rafting, shopping, dining out, hiking, fishing and many other things to do in the area. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cabin for relaxing
We stayed at this cabin to get away from the city for a few days. It did not disappoint! The creek and the firepit were the our highlights! We drove up to St. Elmo, hiked and went to Cache Creek to find gold. Its the perfect cabin to getaway and relax. We will be definbe back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin between Salida and BV
Had a great time staying here as our base between BV and Salida.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain cabin in aspen grove
This cabin was perfect for our stay in the mountains. It is nestled in aspens with views of mountains and a meadow. The creek is within steps of the house and lovely to look at and listen to. It’s a great fishing spot but don’t tell anyone! The house is not a rustic cabin but a comfy home with everything you need for preparing meals. It’s easy to get to town, to hot springs and to hiking trails but we didn’t really want to leave the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K., Lafayette, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
We had a great stay. The cabin is on such a beautiful setting and an ideal location between Salida and Buena Vista. Owners were super responsive and helpful. Would definitely recommend to families!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malia P.

Comfortable and amazing views
We loved staying here and will definitely return. Great views sitting on the deck with a morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

Great cabin
We had a great time at the cabin. Very clean and very well equipped. Would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R., McKinney, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
My husband and I were looking for a quiet place to stay in Colorado that wasn't too far from family and this place hit everything. Quiet & beautiful. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nathrop, CO
The cabin was great. Loved listening to the creek flow. Cabin kitchen was very well stocked. Rick was very informative throughout the process and even checked on us once we got checked in. Loved the location. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Great location with the sound of a rushing stream. Very comfortable accommodations and most any kind of kitchen appliances and utensils included. The owner, Rick was always accessible via text or email and very quick to respond to any questions. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Highly Recommend
FANTASTIC! This cabin was everything our family was looking for. Our only regret is we didn't stay longer.

10/10 Excellent

Morgan l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing short of excellent
Communication with property manager was excellent. The house is well described as pictured. House was well cleaned and sanitary. The kitchen was equiped well for cooking and even some storage of leftovers. The organization there was very welcomed. The beds are comfortable and the master has a warming matress on it which my wife loved. Any window or door opened and you could hear the river which was amazing and relaxing. Mule deer were present throughout the neighbor hood. The fire pit adjacent to the river are the icing on the cake. This is an excellent place to retreat and relax. 5 stars definitely. We plan on returning
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Great Family Vacation
Our family had a great time at this house and drove daily to Monarch Mt for our Spring Break. The house was very clean, stocked with the need cooking equipment, board games and wood fireplace. The property even had an outdoor fire pit and stream to sit by and relax. Plenty of room and comfortable for a family. Look forward to going back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

Perfect for a Getaway
We really enjoyed this adorable yet spacious cabin. The setting is very secluded and the firepit was a big hit. I was an adult with 5 teenage girls and the arrangement of bedrooms was perfect. The owner was very accommodating when we could not locate an item we needed for the fire, and we would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic, Peaceful Location!
Great, clean, well stocked property with plenty of space! Amazing views of Mt. Jones, Mt. White and Mt. Antero. Listen to the creek all night. House has easy access to Buena Vista and Salida. Keep your bikes and paddle boards in the garage over night. Owners were very friendly and responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannes Z., Lenexa

warm and charming cabin
We really enjoyed our brief time at this warm and charming cabin. The location is delightful, nestled against a lovely small brook with fire pit and comfortable wooden chairs. The house is well stocked with dishes and cooking utensils and has many nice decorations. All was well maintained and clean. We hope to come back this summer with the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H., Hillsboro, mo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful mountain getaway
We loved our stay and VRBO Rick was very attentive and helpful with any need or questions. Our kids loved running around outside and building a teepee by the creek. The adults loved sitting outside and listening to the rushing water in the mornings. It was everything our souls needed. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rick Wolff

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We live in the Kansas City area, and enjoy exploring Colorado. In the fall, we hike trails to mountain lakes and waterfalls, and we enjoy watching the aspens turn golden. During the winter and spring break we ski Monarch, relax at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs and return to the cabin for crock pot steak soup. Summers are awesome for white water rafting and enjoying area festivals including FIBArk (First in Boating on the Arkansas), Art Walk, Brewers Rendezvous, Fine Arts Festival, Gold Rush Days and Fourth of July fireworks in Riverside Park.

Why they chose this property

We grew up in a small town, and love returning to Salida and Buena Vista for the community feel. This area has all that a Colorado vacation can offer and it is very affordable. Locals call the Upper Arkansas River Valley the Banana Belt; the geography and weather patterns bring more moderate winters.

What makes this property unique

The cabin lets you get away without being too remote. Enjoy the restful seclusion of our creek. Ready to get active? We're one mile from the Colorado Trail with access to Brown's Creek Falls, and we're 3 miles from beautiful and challenging Brown's Canyon--now a newly protected national monument.

Drive 40 minutes north to historic Twin Lakes and experience a relaxing hike to the 1800s Interlaken Resort. Or a bit further north is the mining town of Leadville; catch the scenic train to 1,000-ft. above the Arkansas River headwaters.

Or turn south and take a day trip and picnic to the Great Sand Dunes National Park, an awesome geological wonder; afterwards, cool off at Zapata Falls. Or on the way home soak in Joyful Journey Hot Springs where you can watch the Sangre de Cristo range turn pink at sunset. Just over the Continental divide is the awe-inspiring Black Canyon of the Gunnison.

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