Nestled on 40 private acres, Bright Star Ranch is a pet-friendly haven with a hot tub perfect for post-ski or hike relaxation. The Great Room's stone fireplace sets the tone for cozy gatherings, while the library in the loft offers a serene retreat with interesting reads and comfortable lounging.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 63400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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About this property
40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub
STR #002650 Bright Star Ranch, hosted by Pinon Vacation Rentals, is a stunning 40-acre private retreat just minutes from historic Salida, Colorado. This beautiful log-style home offers the perfect blend of rustic mountain charm, modern luxury, and sweeping panoramic views of the Collegiate Peaks and San Juan's. Designed to comfortably sleep six guests, it is the ultimate basecamp for your Arkansas River Valley adventures.
✨What You'll Love: •40 Private Acres •Sleeps 6 Comfortably •Dog Friendly •Streaming TV and Wi-Fi •Wrap-Around Deck •Private Hot Tub •Cozy Wood Burning Fireplace: •Well-Appointed Kitchen •Large Dining Area
✨Bedroom Layout •Main Floor Queen Bedroom •Second Floor Primary Bedroom •King Bed •Ensuite Full Bathroom •Second Floor Queen Bedroom
✨Chaffee County Bucket List: •Monarch Mountain: Just a 25-minute drive away, enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding on all-natural snow. •Mt. Princeton Hot Springs: Located 15 minutes north, these legendary springs offer a full luxury spa, creek-side soaking, and a waterslide for the kids. •The Arkansas River: Flowing through the heart of town, the river is a playground for whitewater rafting, kayaking at the Salida Whitewater Park, and world-class fly fishing in Gold Medal waters. •Salida Mountain Trail System: Access over 70 miles of world-class singletrack for hiking and mountain biking directly from downtown. Don't miss the iconic trek up "S" Mountain for panoramic views of the valley.
✨Other Things to Note: •This Home Does Not Have Air Conditioning
All Pinon homes are "vacation ready" with a fully appointed kitchen, towels and linens. Hand and dish soaps are provided, as well as toilet paper, trash bags, paper towels, salt and pepper, coffee filters and laundry detergent.
Pinon Vacation Rentals provides guest support from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm.
All guests are responsible for reading Welcome Book “Check-In and Check-Out instructions.
~Acceptance of the terms of the Rental Agreement and all Rental Policies is ASSUMED at the time of reservation. 24 to 48 hours before arrival, check-in instructions will be sent to guest.
**This home is rented for personal vacation use only. Any other use including large gatherings or parties is not allowed. Renters must abide by all rental terms and policies, as well as all local applicable property covenants, restrictions, regulations and laws. Any evidence of smoking, use of firearms, driving ATV's other than in the driveway as access only, unapproved pets, unauthorized use of property grounds, damage resulting from violation of rental policies, and/or excessive mess may result in charges up to $3000.00 to the Guest's credit card on file, as authorized by Guest's approval of the terms of the Rental Agreement.
Reservations may be canceled more than 30 days prior to check-in with full refund. 14 to 29 days prior to arrival 50% refund. No refunds will be issued after this cut-off date for any reason. No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions, spotty internet service or interruption of service.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a river
Things to do
Table tennis
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Salida, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. SteamPlant Theater and Event Center and Browns Canyon National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Arkansas River. Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Salida travel guide
Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
77 min drive
Restaurants
Drift-In
8 min drive
Thats A Wrap
18 min drive
The Hunger Shack
10 min drive
Servingslabs
18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is 40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub located?
Situated on a river, this cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Arkansas River. San Isabel National Forest and Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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40 Private Acres•Dog-Friendly•Hot Tub Reviews
Reviews
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This place lived up to its listing. A large, private ranch with a beautiful home full of amenities and tremendous views. Perfection! We saw elk and deer on the ranch. We enjoyed the hot tub while watching the sun set. Owners were in close contact - we appreciated their care.
We had a great stay. Wonderful accommodations. Excellent communication with the host. We hope to return. It was exactly what we needed for some family time and peace.
We loved the property and location. Enjoyed hanging on the patio while our dogs ran around the fenced area. Views and privacy were most awesome. Will be back again for another stay soon.
We loved staying at this property, it was quiet, private and much more room that expected. We also appreciated being able to take our dog and having a fenced outdoor space for him to run. The views were amazing and the location- close to BV and Salida was perfect. Property management communication was excellent.
Found this property while looking for a quiet getaway for me and a few friends. We were not disappointed, the location provided plenty of views and some privacy. The cabin was impressive and there were plenty of rooms and beds for each of us (5) and more. Will be looking to rent again for future get togethers.
Bright Star Ranch is an amazing property! Wonderfully spacious cabin home, large fenced-in backyard for the pups, absolutely beautiful views of the Salida snow-capped mountain tops! Easy drive to both BV and Salida, while being up and away from 285 highway. Great hot tub in the snow. Recommend highly! And, will be back!
This place was amazing. Very large house on 40 acres near the mountains! Couldn’t get any better. The house has lots of space and amenities. The kitchen was fully stocked and ready to go! The views were great and the location was super quiet. If you’re looking for a place for a large family secluded from people and town noise, this is the place for you.
Views were gorgeous, and location was centrally located to many of the places we wanted to visit. The house was spacious and clean but a few things could have been improved. The linens were thin and some were shredded. The lighting in some rooms really needed brighter bulbs, the kitchen was well stocked and even had spices provided. We especially liked the fenced in area for our dogs. Our biggest issue was that the hot water did not work in one bathroom sink and that was very inconvenient
We loved everything about our stay!! The cabin and property were impressive, and the view took our breath away when we drove up. We were lucky enough to experience a small snowstorm while here, and we enjoyed it in the warmth of the hot tub. It was just the two of us this time, but we plan to return as a big family group as well, and there’s plenty of space to accommodate! The living room is great, and there’s an assortment of games and books on both levels that we made good use of. The master bath tub was spectacular! The bed was super comfy and there were lots of extra blankets and pillows in the closets. WiFi was great and the smart tv was great for movie night. We enjoyed the area very much and we look forward to coming back!!
The best thing is the all pine log interior. Amazing architecture and so Colorado! We were impressed by the spaciousness of the property and the home that has room for 12 in 5 bedrooms. The furnishings are older but very comfortable with plenty of seating. I especially liked that there was only one t.v. in a t.v. room so peple interacted more instead of watching t.v..
The 3 beds we used were very comfortable. The 3 bathrooms were serviceable though not updated. Masterbath was very spacious.
It's a perfect family reunion gathering place! It also accomodated our dogs well with a large fenced in area in the yard.
The large patio with comfortable furniture and a large table were great and a place to hang out and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
The kitchen was nice and well equiped. We appreciated the guidebook provided but did not see the welcome package as noted on the backdoor. There are several notes taped up as reminders of house rules which is always appreciated!
There are a few upkeep items like a back door that we could not lock and the large trash barrel outside that is not bear proof. But it was a really nice place to spend a few days.
Kristi S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cassandra
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place to stay! If you love 'country' this is definitely the place to stay! Beautiful home, well kept and clean. Once arriving and staying the first night, the hostess sent a text to check on us and make sure everything was going good and to see if we needed anything. The area around is was absolutely beautiful and our adventurous side was able to go hiking and exploring. Will definitely book this place again next time we are in the area!
We spent a couple of beautiful days skiing Monarch and enjoyed every minute of our stay at Bright Star. We plan on staying every year we come to Salida. Stunning home!!