The Cabin on San Juan STR21-012

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8204 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Buena Vista, CO

Buena Vista Heritage Museum12 min walk
Buena Vista River Park20 min walk
Arkansas River23 min drive
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)93 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Live Colorado the way it was meant to be! Built in the 1920s, the first level of this spacious home retains the charm of cabin living at the time, with original log-and-chink walls, wood-beamed ceilings, two hand-built stone fireplaces and a clawfoot tub.

Two decks are lulled by swaying cottonwoods, yet this property is convenient to all that makes Buena Vista a great place to live! An easy walk to downtown, this home is fun for sets of couples, extended families and groups.

With a large, unfenced yard, this home has a back deck perfect for socializing and grilling. Inside, 2,200 square feet of living space lets everyone in your group relax and enjoy. The property is on the west side of town in an older neighborhood where locals walk their pets and enjoy the quiet surroundings. The bedrooms are cozy and rustic, yet the kitchen is modern and bright.

Three bedrooms and 2.5 baths sleep up to eight, with two queens, one full and a pull-out couch. All beds, mattresses and linens are new.

One full bath has double sinks and a stand-up shower, while a second bath downstairs has a clawfoot tub and shower, as well as a stacked washer/dryer. The upstairs bedroom has a half-bath and guests staying there must go downstairs to shower. The upstairs bedroom is very large, with vaulted ceilings, a seating area, and French doors leading to a second-story porch that offers a nice view to the west.

Please note that like many homes in the mountains, this one does not have air conditioning. There are plenty of screened windows as well as three ceiling fans. We provide WiFi and cable TV.

This whole house and large yard is available for you to enjoy! Please note there is a small, one-bedroom cabin on the edge of the property that is also a vacation rental. None of the space is shared but please be sure to leave the tenant's parking space open.
STR-029

Property manager

Meslissa Trosclair

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please get prior approval before your pets arrive.

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

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

About the area

Buena Vista

This holiday home is located in Buena Vista. St. Elmo and Hancock Ghost Town are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cottonwood Hot Springs and Lynch Creek Trailhead.

Buena Vista, CO

What's nearby

Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 12 min walk
Buena Vista River Park - 20 min walk
Cottonwood Hot Springs - 10 min drive
Cottonwood Lake - 17 min drive
Arkansas River - 23 min drive

Getting around

Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

Eddyline Restaurant & Brewery - 2 min drive
Sorelle Delicatessen - 5 min walk
Eddyline Brewery - 7 min walk
Brown Dog Coffee - 16 min walk
Subway - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin on San Juan STR21-012 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at The Cabin on San Juan STR21-012?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin on San Juan STR21-012?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin on San Juan STR21-012 located?

Situated in Buena Vista, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Buena Vista Heritage Museum, Buena Vista River Park and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Love Meadow and Arkansas River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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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

Lisa S.

19 Feb 2024

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

Beautiful rustic cabin in town

The cabin is both historical and updated while retaining its charm. The kitchen was really well stocked and had everything that we needed for cooking meals during our long holiday weekend. The location is great, easy walking distance to the main part of town for restaurants and shopping. Really comfy beds and plenty of room to spread out and relax. We totally recommend this charming cabin!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

14 Jan 2024

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

Loved it

What a wonderful property! We really enjoyed our time here. A beautiful spot and the cabin was so clean and had a lot of small amenities. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina V.

16 Oct 2023

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

Cozy cabin

Great location, very comfortable and charming. Enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

11 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful log home.

We really enjoyed our stay. Such a beautiful log home.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diedra B.

5 Aug 2023

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

Great Cabin!

We felt right at home in this beautiful cabin, very close to Main Street.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Meslissa Trosclair

Hello! I have lived in Colorado since my early 20s, with a short stint living and playing in Alaska. I love the outdoors and spend most of my free time on rivers and in the mountains close to my home in Buena Vista. I love to share this beautiful state with friends, and make new friends in the process! I am happy to answer questions you may have about your travels here ... please don't hesitate to ask. I travel frequently to climb and love long trips rafting and canyoneering in Utah. My bucket list is long and I would be pleased to help you cross items off yours. Happy travels!

Why they chose this property

This house was originally owned by Dr. James Green, one of the first rural doctors in Chaffee County, who traveled to area ranches to see patients, then opened an office in the house in what is now the dining room. He also opened the first clinic in Buena Vista on Oak Street.

A social man, Dr. Green called the place "Fort Flag," hence the sign on the front of the house, and frequently enjoyed time on the back deck with friends, according to a family member who still lives in town. Names of his friends who died in World War II are inscribed on the flag pole, where he used to fly a special flag.

The second story and kitchen were added in the 1990s. Dr. Green used the upstairs as an art studio. I live across town but purchased Fort Flag in 2014. I love the way the house feels and respect and honor its history. I imagine that when it was built, the cabin felt "rural," being a few blocks from historic downtown Buena Vista.

I especially admire the hand-built stone fireplaces, one of which contains petrified wood and sparky, unusual stones. The other is made of smooth river stones and I would love to know who picked these and placed them in each of their spots.

This house has a little history and a special feel. I am grateful to be able to share it with people who travel from all over to visit Buena Vista.

What makes this property unique

During the cooler months, it is fun to have a little fire in the old wood stove on the back deck. We provide plenty of wood and kindling so you can enjoy the night sky just that much longer.

Please note that there is a birds nest blocking the river-stone fireplace in the dining room. Until we can get a chimney sweep in to get rid of the uninvited guests, this fireplace cannot be used because the house will fill with smoke.