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Scenic Mountain Cabin; 2 Remodeled Walk-In Showers; Nature viewed from deck

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One can view from the cabin's wrap around deck magnificent mountains & river.
Aspen log dining room set seats 10 & has a carrousel server; grill on deck
Updated view with "smart TV" wall mounted replacement.
Kitchen is open to the dining area & has all appliances (ice maker).
Adjacent kitchen/dining/living areas; door to master bedroom/bath

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10199.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Lake City, CO
  • Hinsdale County Veteran Memorial Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Town Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lake San Cristobal
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Loft

+1
2 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

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

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Scenic Mountain Cabin; 2 Remodeled Walk-In Showers; Nature viewed from deck

Experience a thrilling view of the magnificent San Juan Mountains and the sound of the rushing Lake Fork of the Gunnison River from a cabin on a prime mountainside location 1.5 miles north of Lake City off of Highway 149 (thus, ATVs need to be trailered to town "lot on corner of Hensen Street & Gunnison Ave. by Lake City Auto & Sports Center" or to Loop), and approximately 2 1/2 miles from Alpine Loop. Reservations also made through Hall Realty dot net in Lake City. Reside in a serene mountain atmosphere on an acre of natural shrubs, trees, native flowers, and boulders, with an abundance of wildlife i.e. Eagle circling in valley, deer below deck and around cabin. Enjoy the comfort of a 2150 square foot, 1½ story cabin plus a lower story (800 square feet) with a game (dart board, shuffleboard, and corn hole game) and laundry room. The main floor has no stairs or steps, and all rooms are on the main floor. Relax on log furniture i.e. swing, rocker, and chairs, under the covered front porch plus enjoy viewing the magnificent mountains and meadow while listening to the rushing river from the wrap around deck on the north side. The large deck accommodates 2 picnic tables, grill, and chairs for guests to enjoy having breakfast outside or watching the moon rise over the mountains. Deer graze in the mornings around the cabin & on the hillside, and elk herds can be seen in the meadow in early spring.

Guests can conveniently work with Wi Fi Internet connections, and the study/pantry room has a desk. One can assemble puzzles on the aspen log dining table or round den coffee table. The totally renovated modern kitchen is fully equipped with baking and cooking ware (electric grill, coffee maker, crock pot, mix master, rice cooker, toaster/baking oven, all sizes of pots/pans/corningware, hand mixer, mixing bowls, baking sheets, griddle, pie/cake pans, etc.) with spices of all kinds and has a refrigerator with in-door water dispenser and lower freezer drawer; has a dish washer, microwave, electric ceramic cook top stove, and sink disposal. The open dining area has a hutch and aspen log furniture with an 8' dining table and chairs for 10 people. Adjacent to this area is the living area with matching couches, large round coffee table, satellite "Smart" TV. From the living area, one can view through 1 1/2 story cathedral windows to see a panoramic view of the meadow, rushing river, and magnificent mountains in the landscape.

The three bedrooms are on the main floor, with the master bedroom on one end of the living area, and it has a king bed, 2 night stands with lamps, chair, and a walk-in closet. The adjacent private bathroom has a blow dryer, double sinks and a 2020 remodeled bathroom with a large walk-in shower with a bench & 2 insets, and drying area. The other two bedrooms and bath are on the opposite end of the living area. The second bedroom has a queen bed and a chest; the third bedroom has a night stand, chest, and twin top and double bottom bunk beds. The second bathroom adjoins the two bedrooms and has a 2020 remodeled bathroom with a walk-in shower. A staircase leads to the 180 square foot loft with spacious sleeping quarters. Available in the loft are two double beds, two single beds, and a futon, which can be made into a queen bed. The loft view overlooks the living and dining areas and captures the outside panoramic view of the magnificent mountains through the 1½ story cathedral glass windows.

Guests have the convenience of a laundry room in the basement, which has a washer, dryer, folding table, (complimentary detergent for one-two wash loads). The tankless water heater allows for hot water on demand. Also in the basement is a game room with a TV monitor and X Box, table to play games, electric dart board and an outside door to a covered (deck above) patio area with a concrete floor which has patio benches and a painted shuffleboard. Perfect for playing corn hole and shuffleboard which are available. One can view, from this area as well as from the deck above, the magnificent mountains and deer which graze on the flora. One can see either through the 1 1/2 story cathedral windows or from the wrap-around deck and enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the meadow, rushing river, and magnificent mountains. On the deck, families can enjoy cooking on the gas grill, eating on two picnic tables, and sitting in deck chairs while watching the rising and setting sun and moon as well as observing hummingbirds, wildlife, and the baby birds in the wren bird house being fed in the spring.

Parking is available for multiple vehicles in both the upper and lower driveways, a significant distance from Elk Road. Additionally, guests have a variety of activities available to them. The cabin comes equipped with an assortment of games and puzzles for rainy day entertainment. In the Lake City area, guests may hike one of the fourteeners, fish in a stream, river or lake, ride ATVs/jeeps on the Alpine Loop, go white water rafting, hunt game in the fall, be involved during August History Month with activities each weekend, i.e. horse stick rodeo, attend Wine & Music Festival in September, attend the Hot Air Balloon Festival in February, dine at various restaurants, enjoy gourmet coffee in the coffee houses, tour old mines, shop in the specialty stores, or ski and snowmobile in the winter months. Vacationers can also visit the college town of Gunnison 55 miles north; the mining town of Creede, which is the art capital of Colorado, 50 miles to the south; or travel to Silverton and Ouray via Cinnamon and Engineer’s Passes (four wheel drive required).

We welcome you to our cabin to enjoy and be involved in the beautiful, scenic Colorado amenities.

The Jensen, Taylor, and Vandiver Families


Keywords: magnificent mountains, natural environment, wrap around deck, log furniture, hot water on demand, picnic table, gas grill, sleeps 10, equipped kitchen, 1 1/2 story cathedral glass windows, Internet connections, satellite TV, DVD/VCR, Wi Fi Internet connections, ceiling fans, fishing, hiking

Property manager

Sherrie Vandiver and Melanie Jensen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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
Game room in basement; games in the china cabinet.
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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

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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake City

Located in Lake City, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Hard Tack Mine and Animas Forks are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rio Grande National Forest and Pete's Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake City, CO

What's nearby

  • Hinsdale County Veteran Memorial Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Town Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lake City Public Library - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Super Naturals Food & Grocery Store - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake San Cristobal - 12 min drive - 9.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪San Juan Soda Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake City Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sportsman BBQ & Backyard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Southern Vittles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake City Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scenic Mountain Cabin; 2 Remodeled Walk-In Showers; Nature viewed from deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Mountain Cabin; 2 Remodeled Walk-In Showers; Nature viewed from deck ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenic Mountain Cabin; 2 Remodeled Walk-In Showers; Nature viewed from deck ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scenic Mountain Cabin; 2 Remodeled Walk-In Showers; Nature viewed from deck located?

This family-friendly Lake City cabin is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pete's Lake, Super Naturals Food & Grocery Store and Hinsdale County Veteran Memorial Park. Town Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gret experience
Property was great beautiful views good parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with a great view
Very nice place, close to town
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cabin with stunning views
The cabin was pretty much as advertised: It was clean, comfortable, and accommodating. The biggest positives by far were the views: Looking east from the back porch and north from the front porch - just couldn't get enough! The only real negative was the shower situation: The cabin has an "on demand" hot water heater, and we had a hard getting it sorted for showers. All in all, it was another fantastic stay in Lake City, and we shall return!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

charlotte s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain view
Very pretty and well stocked. A little warm with no air conditioning but better than Texas heat. Fun stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melodee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying in this cabin!
This cabin is in a great location and always perfect when we arrive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles' L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome adventure in LC!
We enjoyed our stay so much! My wife was able to work via internet during the day and we had our adventures in the afternoon and on the weekends. Great drives, fishing, hiking and more! We stayed 2 1/2 weeks and were able to meet/befriend a few locals as a bonus~ No issues, no worries, no regrets!
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Great location, very cool property
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
The house was very nice and what our group was looking for. Beautiful views from the cabin and we saw some wildlife from the cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!
This is a great place to stay. Close to town and accessible to all the awesome things to do in the area. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.,

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice
Another enjoyable stay. Clean and well appointed. We especially liked the bathroom renovations and high shower heads.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Mountain Cabin
This cabin was the perfect find for our family. The view is amazing, perfect location near Lake City, and all the comforts of home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnificent Mountain View
Magnificent Mountain Veiw was a great place to stay with extended family. We had plenty of room/bed for everyone and great hangout area in the kitchen/dining/living room area. The outdoor areas were awesome to relax in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C., Glenpool

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. Spent Monday on razors in the mountains and Wednesday we drove to Telluride. The other days we just lazed around the cabin and watched the grands play outside. They flew the kite that was in the basement and they loved learning to play checkers. Saw deer grazing around the cabin several times. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C., Glenpool

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain getaway
Beautiful cabin with beautiful view. The colors in Lake City were just peaking as we ended our stay. We saw deer multiple times this week while sitting on the deck and even heard an elk or two. Had everything we needed and just a short jaunt to the store if we need something. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

JAMES K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great for getting away!
The views are amazing. The house is well stocked with everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to Stay!!
We really enjoyed this cabin. It was perfect in every way. Would definitely recommend it for anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time at our stay in the Magnificent Mountain Cabin. The property was clean, had everything we could have needed (including a foldable crib for our baby), and hosted beautiful views of the mountains and wildlife. Lake City is always the perfect place to get away and this cabin has continued our love for this town.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Lake City Stay!
Thank you so much for your amazing hospitality and renting out your beautiful family home! It has the most incredible views and every amenity you could need. We were so comfortable and had the best week. Plenty of room for our family. Thanks again! Can't wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great View
This cabin was perfect for our sibling vacation. We had easy assess to many outdoor activities and then perfect deck sitting. We found the space to be accommodating to our needs, although we are a tall family and the loft took some getting used to.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.,

Another great stay at this terrific mountain house
Large mountain house with nice amenities. Very clean. Nice location on north side of Lake City. Kitchen is well appointed with dish washer, microwave, etc. Easy check in / check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Cathy B.

August 4-10, 2018
House was perfect for our family. Enjoyed making lots of fun memories at the house & in Lake City. Saw deer, geese, & chipmunks near house as well as in town. We got some great pictures of moose in the Upper Mill Pond on way to Deer Lakes.Very relaxing sitting on deck looking at the mountains & meadows. There’s so much to do in & around Lake City!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

We had a great time
Our family spent a week at the cabin and we had a wonderful time. The cabin is quite spacious, and the views are simply amazing. We had such a great time and we highly recommend this cabin. Very comfortable place to take the family! Greg B.

10/10 Excellent

Lecia M., Burleson

Great vacation home!
The home was exactly as pictured. It was extremely comfortable for the family and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.,

Our stay was Magnificent!
We had a terrific stay at Melanie's cabin. Very roomy and open. There were four of us but the cabin could have certainly handled several more guests. It was exceptionally clean and in outstanding condition. The kitchen was well appointed and all of the appliances were modern and worked well. Plenty of hot water. The location could not have been better. Very quiet on a side street. Gorgeous view from the deck. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Sherrie Vandiver and Melanie Jensen

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Sherrie Vandiver lives in Bedford, TX and has two daughters and son-in-laws and five granddaughters.

The Taylor family of four lives in San Marcos, CA, and the Jensen family of five lives in San Diego, CA.

Why they chose this property

Ed and Syllrene Vandiver from Hobbs, NM built a cabin in Lake City in 1968 for their family of three children and seven grandchildren. Sherrie Vandiver, one daughter in the family, purchased the Elk Road cabin 43 years later to continue her parents' legacy for her family of two daughters and son-in-laws and five granddaughters. Thus, family reunions and July 4th gatherings will be enjoyed and passed on from one generation to another as Lake City memories.

What makes this property unique

The families enjoy jeeping, river fly fishing, pond/lake fishing, attending Camp Red Cloud when granddaughters were young, horseback riding, hiking the fourteeners, white river rafting, watching the wild life, attending the theaters, playing miniature golf, Christmas caroling, entering July 4th races, and having picnics all around the Lake City area. The five granddaughters build forts on the cabin's one acre and landscaped paths with their painted rocks.

Languages:

English