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Beautiful Mountain Get Away!

Beautiful Mountain Get Away!

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Historical School  and area
Play ground equiptment from school days.
Cozy seating area
Back board guest book
night view

Overview of Beautiful Mountain Get Away!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Montrose, CO
  • Popular LocationMontrose County Historical Museum5 min walk
  • Popular LocationMontrose Memorial Hospital12 min walk
  • AirportMontrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional)3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBridges Golf & Country Club7 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bunk house style

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Mountain Get Away!

If your looking for a great place to stay, away from the crowds of the city. If you like being outdoors, camping with facilities, beautiful mountain scenery and clean mountain air. hiking, walking, camp fires and starry nights and many other amenities, then this is the place for you. Remember to bring your own bedding and sleeping bags , it is still camping. Without the dirt!

It is hard to describe it in words, so please take a chance and come and stay with us.
You won't be disappointed.

Enjoy this scenic get away. Off the beaten path! Cozy and unusual. Worth the trip into the beautiful national forest of the Uncompahgre Plateau, 37 miles west of Montrose. For those seeking an unusual but enjoyable vacation destination.

Unique historic one room school used as bunkhouse with sitting area. Placed here in 1935, it had been used almost full time until its last students graduated and moved on to high school in 1979.

Joined by a short path, is the teacherege. This building contains a modern, rustic bathroom with roomy shower, a small kitchenette with a large farmhouse style table for eating, playing board and card games or just enjoying your morning coffee. Kitchen is equipped for simple cooking: Microwave, 2 tiny refrigerators (coolers recommended with ice), coffee pot and dishes for up to six. Electric crock pot and assorted pot and pans. An outdoor grill and firepit.

Nestled quietly in the beautiful mountains of Western Colorado at 8000 Feet, on the south slope of the Uncompahgre Plateau. Surrounded by pine forests and aspen groves, with two lakes near by. One for fishing, if you so desire but no swimming. (Sorry, no fishing on the property at this time). A cozy quiet get away, for anyone interested in a peaceful setting.

A great place for artists and families. Find creativity as an artists' retreat or anyone looking for a quiet, peaceful place for small group gatherings including weddings or workshops. Perfect for hunters looking for a place to stay while hunting in the permit only, Area 61 or adjoining near by Area 62. Nature lovers will especially enjoy this place as well. Fishing in our private lake (when available) or just a short distance to the San Miguel River and Miramonte Reservoir near Norwood.

Hiking all around on designated areas, ATV or motorcycle riding, horseback riding, if you bring your own horse and ATV/motorcycle, of course.. These are not provided.. Picnic area. Bring your bicycle. The roads are easy and walking is great too.
Did I forget to mention the Stars? Enjoy cool, sweet, summer nights and gazing at the stars from on top of the world! Watch the Moon come up!

You can get cell service, but NO TV! Sorry, It is called camping. There are cots available, but please bring your own sleeping bags, bedding, towels and other amenities. Bedding services may be furnished for an additional charge but you will need to call for availability. This isn't a motel or lodge. You can even pitch a tent in the yard if you desire. Always prepare for cool nights and occasionally rainy days. Bring the kids; the play ground equipment is still there from the school days. It is all sturdy, but old so use at your own risk.

If you are interested in day trips, you are only 40 minutes from Telluride, and an hour from Ouray. Norwood is our nearest town, just 20-30 min. away. The county road is graveled, so no need for 4-wheel drive. Coming up for the first time, I would recommend the route off of HWY 145 at mile marker 96 onto Sanborn Park Road. About 10 miles. Directions and maps are added to this sight. You will find the map in the photos section. Please call if you need more specific information. Whichever way you come, from Montrose via the Davewood/SanbornPark roads, also called Forest Service 530 road or alternate route from Hwy 145 to Sanborn Park road, the views are stunning and the destination into our pristine area well worth the trip. The drive provides spectacular views of the San Juan Mountains.

We are providing this opportunity for people who love the outdoors! Hope you will come and see what we have to offer. Get out of the city! It is cooler here too.
Enjoy the area's solitude. You will love it! For those looking for the extraordinary!

Call owner if interested in adding a camper to the sight for an additional fee.
For added sleeping space enjoy the cozy bunk house nearby with bunk beds for two additional guests.
Limit 6-7 adults
You

Property manager

Ella Marolf
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A great venue for weddings and other one day events.
Do not book if there is a chance you may cancel. Cancelations are not good for anyone and tie up our Calendar.
Smoking is not allowed in the buildings or at times of High fire danger.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montrose

Located in Montrose, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bridges Golf & Country Club and Links At Cobble Creek are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and South Rim Visitor Center. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.

What's nearby

  • Montrose County Historical Museum - 5 min walk
  • Montrose Memorial Hospital - 12 min walk
  • Links At Cobble Creek - 6 min drive
  • Bridges Golf & Country Club - 7 min drive
  • Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min walk
  • Horsefly Brewing Company - 9 min walk
  • Backstreet Bagel & Deli - 7 min walk
  • Dunkin' - 3 min drive
  • El Jimador - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Mountain Get Away! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Mountain Get Away! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Mountain Get Away! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Mountain Get Away! located?

This family-friendly Montrose cabin is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Montrose County Historical Museum and Montrose Memorial Hospital. Bridges Golf & Country Club and Links At Cobble Creek are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Peaceful and quiet. Everything just like the description.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Chandra K., Kaysville, Utah

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location
Bring toilet paper!
Cons: my daughters and I arrived late in the evening after driving the hour away from civilization to discover there was NO toilet paper. Every VRBO I’ve ever stayed at has provided at least half a roll. We were forced to use coffee filters until visiting telluride the following day. A mouse lives under the couch in the kitchenette/bathroom cabin. Although understandable, wilderness and all, it made for an unpleasant, persistent smell. All the screens in the schoolhouse (sleeping cabin) are torn. I wised to allow some fresh mountain air into the school house, but again, wilderness (bugs); my girls requested vehemently I not do this. The listing says 4 wheel drive is not required. After driving for a bit in 2WD I switched to 4WD. Particularly for the drive to Telluride, which is switchback after switchback on a gravel dirt road with mountain on one side and shear death on the other; I was VERY happy to have 4WD! No wifi: in the theory, nice when you want to get away, but in practice, a person who doesn’t naturally have a good sense of direction needs GPS. The beds: the two twins in the school house were fairly comfortable; everything else is just springs. Even the fold out couch in the other cabin, where the mouse lives, is only springs surrounded by some fabric. Pros: it is serene and peaceful in a remote, unique location. THE NIGHT SKY!! We saw deer grazing in the yard. It was a great place to connect with my children without electronics. The kitchen is nicely stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Foster Family Colorado vacation 2023 (7/23-7/28)
This was our 3rd time staying at the cabin and one room Sanborn School house. We stayed 5 nights/4days. It’s always a pleasure. Wonderful sights and sounds of Colorado. Far enough away from civilization but yet a short drive down the mountain to many surrounding towns with breathtaking views. Both dwellings were clean and was perfect for the 6 of us (4 adults and 2 kids (17 and 14). The 2 small refrigerators worked great to keep our food cold and we use a cooler for drinks that didn’t fit in the fridge. We made many meals on the small cooktop stove. Shower and bathroom worked great. The kids played games out side. We came to stay for a couple reasons. 1. We absolutely love this place and 2. Four of us were training for the Pikes Peak Ultra on 7/29/23. So we use the altitude and miles of roads to do our running/training. Then did sightseeing at Telluride, Ouray, Ridgeway and Norwood. The sunrises and sunsets are absolutely beautiful. As well as the Mountain Views. We highly recommend this place and will be back again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true mountain getaway
What an amazing week our family of six (husband, wife, kids 12, 10, 8, 5) just had at Ella's property. It is truly a getaway, secluded, beautiful. Your kids will get a chance to explore, wander, build a fire, play. Move slower and reconnect. Look at the stars. Read about the history of the schoolhouse. Meet Ella, the artistic, kind host. Wake up every chilly morning to a view of snow-capped peaks and wind in the ponderosas and aspens. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Peaceful Mountain Retreat Off the Beaten Path
Charming. The place and its host, Ella. We loved staying at this converted schoolhouse as a family. Main qualm is the lack of accuracy of the posting. This Vrbo posting does not match up with its position on the map. Its actually miles and miles outside of Montrose down a very long dirt road. It feels very peaceful but only for those vehicles that can take such an extended dirt road excursion. If you want to experience the wild of Colorado... this is a good fit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ella Marolf

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This property is part of our Ranch in Sanborn Park. I have lived here for 58 years with my Husband Everett and two daughters, who are now grown and have three wonderful sons. It is family enterprise but I manage it myself since the death of my husband and partner in the 2017.
The school was built by members of this community in 1935 and has remained on this spot ever since. It has been the goal of our family to keep it's historical integrity over the past years, since it was last used as a school in 1977, at which time all 4 remaining children attending went into Norwood. Two transitioned to High School.
Along with our ranching, my husband ran the road grader to maintain the county roads , as well as saw-milling and various other occupations that enabled us to remain in this beautiful area where he was born and raised.
I was a ranchers wife and mother but am also a successful artist and sculptor.
My husband also restored vintage tractors that I would be happy to show you.

Why they chose this property

It is a beautiful, historic sight, as well as a great "Vacation Destination".
We have been entertaining friends and family for many years and have now decided to share it with the public in a small way.

What makes this property unique

Everything about it is unique. You must visit, to appreciate it.
Remember, it is a summer place and the seasons are short in the Colorado mountains.
So therefore, we are closed from November until June.
You will enjoy the camping with a touch of class. so check us out!
Call owner if interested in adding a camper to the sight for an additional fee.

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English

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