Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313 acre mountain retreat/Natl Forest access

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Buena Vista, CO

Buena Vista River Park14 min drive
Cottonwood Lake22 min drive
Cottonwood Hot Springs22 min drive
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)102 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to the Tomcat Ranch, your new private vacation rental home nestled away in the Heart of the Rockies. Recreate and recharge your body and soul with spectacular views of two of Colorado’s tallest peaks: Mt. Columbia and Mt. Harvard. This stand-out guest property, shared with the owner’s home provides you with ultimate quiet and privacy.

Enjoy direct access to a vast mountain retreat that sits on 300+ acres of private land forested with Aspen and Ponderosa. Walk out your front door right into San Isabel National Forest. Hike Mt. Harvard and Mt. Columbia without driving anywhere. Enjoy the solitude of the many alpine trails as you stroll or snowshoe past a bubbling creek. And with five lakes on the property, you might catch a fish for dinner!

Head into historic Buena Vista, Colorado, about 20 minutes away, to visit the many galleries, shops, and restaurants. Looking for world-class fishing, rafting, or kayaking? The gold medal waters of the Arkansas River are within walking distance. The Tomcat Ranch is a short drive to Aspen, Vail, Summit County, and only two hours to Denver or Colorado Springs.

The guest house features three large bedrooms, one full and one half bathroom, a well-stocked kitchen, a dining room, and an ample yet cozy great room with a wood-burning fireplace and grand views of the Collegiate Peaks. We are pet friendly and provide an outdoor kennel, but pets must be approved before arrival. Please do not leave pets unattended in the house. We observe a 4 night minimum during the holidays. Four-wheel or all-wheel drive is recommended for winter access. Wi-fi TV and Starlink high speed internet included.

Property manager

Mike Blitstein

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Check with host if you bring more then 1 pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Be sure to tell us a little about yourselves. What brings you to the area, how many people are coming to stay and their ages?

Sign and return rental agreement in order to finalize booking.

Photo ID required at time of booking.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Buena Vista

Located in Buena Vista, this holiday home is in a rural area. Interlaken Trail and Cottonwood Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Isabel National Forest and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

Arkansas River - 4 min drive
Buena Vista River Park - 14 min drive
Cottonwood Lake - 22 min drive
Cottonwood Hot Springs - 22 min drive
Bear Lake - 29 min drive

Getting around

Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

Jumpin Good Goat Dairy - 9 min drive
Pizza Works - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313 acre mountain retreat/Natl Forest access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313 acre mountain retreat/Natl Forest access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313 acre mountain retreat/Natl Forest access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tomcat Ranch Guesthouse-Private 313 acre mountain retreat/Natl Forest access located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Isabel National Forest and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Arkansas River is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Aug 2023

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

Trip with grandsons

We had a wonderful stay. Mike was an amazing host. He took us on a tour of his 300 acre ranch and told us the history of the property. He stopped by occasionally to make sure we didn't need anything. The house was great and we enjoyed a bonfire and watching the shooting stars.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

29 July 2023

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

Amazing view!

This home was an wonderful place to enjoy amazing Mountain Views! Great location to enjoy both Buena Vista and Twin Lakes. Mike was a great host.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

18 July 2023

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

Great Location!

Property was beautiful the views were outstanding. Fishing pond was great fun (caught lots of trout). Host was always available when needed and very helpful. The home itself is dated but we weren't in Colorado to stay inside a house we were there to fish and enjoy the outdoors. This place was perfect for our needs! We plan on going back next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen L., Dibble, Oklahoma, USA

29 June 2023

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

Great mountain view

The guest house was great and the ranch was teriffic. Mike is a wonderful host. He gave me a tour immediately after I arrived and invited me to drive anywhere on the property I wanted to go. I got to see elk during the tour and saw the fishing ponds that were available. The only down side to my visit was that i had a bout with altitude sickness and didn't get to do any fishing, not the fault of the ranch. We enjoyed several evenings with a fire in the fire pit. It was great, Mike even called me after I got home to see how I was doing. Thanks again Mike.

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jalynn J., Parker, CO USA

1 Nov 2022

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

Amazing Tomcat Guest House Retreat

Following the clear and concise directions, we made it to the property just after dark. Upon arrival, the friendly property manager met us to go over the amenities and answer any questions. The guest house is cute, cozy and even has a wood burning fireplace. The home has floor to vaulted ceiling windows with a beautiful view of the Collegiate Peaks where I love watching the sunrise while having my coffee. My husband and teenage boys spent their time fishing in the nearby pond and caught at least 25 fish, so it was time well spent for them. My daughter and I enjoyed walking around the vast wooded acreage and even found a treehouse! We also loved the peddle boat and the learning to row in the pond. Our evenings were spent playing board games and one night we did built a fire. The home has strong wifi and full satellite/streaming TVs but we chose this time to unplug as a family. The owner was available as needed, however; we were free to explore and enjoy this amazing location. The views are unbeatable and our time together memorable. We will most certainly be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike Blitstein

My husband and I live on the Tomcat Ranch with our three children, 3 dogs, and more cats than we can count! We agree that it's been a beautiful place to raise a family and love the connection we feel to the mountains and the wildlife. We love watching the hummingbirds swarm the feeder in the summer. The kids have grown up fishing in the lakes. We've hiked all over the property and into the mountains. We've watched herds of elk roam the ranch in the winter, with their calves. We've admired the beauty of the mountains -- from the snow-covered peaks of winter to the wildflower-filled valleys of summer. This is a beautiful spot!

Why they chose this property

In 1995, we visited this part of Colorado on a vacation and fell in love with the beauty of the area and the friendly people who live here. We bought a home and moved here the following year.

What makes this property unique

We love to go out for a hike around the ranch in the evening. The kids have used this as an opportunity to look for wildlife. In the summer, we'll pick wild raspberries or maybe the kids will spend some time fishing in the lakes. We've also done many, many hikes into the National Forest and up Mt. Harvard and Mt. Columbia. It's wonderful to be able to head out our back gate and be right in the National Forest.

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