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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41350 sq ft

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South Fork, CO
  • Popular LocationDenver and Rio Grande Western Railroad3 min drive
  • Popular LocationWolf Creek Anglers3 min drive
  • Popular LocationRio Grande Club6 min drive
  • AirportAlamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional)54 min drive

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COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.

PRIVATE, WHOLE-HOUSE VACATION RENTAL. 2 BEDROOMS/2 BATHS. The most recent addition to the guest accommodations on the Arbor House property is the Cottage on the Creek--the perfect accommodation choice for a couple, a small family, or two couples vacationing together. Situated on a beautifully maintained, three-acre property, it is bounded on the east and west by stately stone cliffs and has amazing river, forest and mountain views in the background. This mountain cottage is approximately 1350 sq. ft. of pure and peaceful riverside relaxation. The Cottage interior is beautifully decorated in a simple and casual mountain style with a spacious living area featuring comfortable seating and plenty of room to relax, watch TV, read, do puzzles or play games. Internet is a must, and it's high-speed wireless. The adjoining dining area is flooded throughout the day with beautiful, natural light and has amazing views out each window. Fully equipped kitchen comes with large and small appliances, pots & pans, cooking utensils, dishes, and glassware, etc. The laundry room, adjacent to the kitchen, has a full-size washer and dryer, ironing board, iron, and storage area for extra outdoor/ski gear, etc. The Cottage does an absolutely wonderful job of providing all the comforts of home, enabling guests to just settle on in or get out and get busy having fun. The large, romantic master bedroom features a king bed, private bath, comfortable seating area for two, gorgeous riverside views and streaming TV. The smaller, second bedroom has a comfy queen bed with full bath across the hall. Special touches of fluffy robes and complimentary bedside chocolates whisper a quiet "Sleep Well" to nightly bedroom guests. Outdoors, the above-river deck provides a perfect spot for breakfast al fresco in the warm, morning sun or for an evening respite of wine and cheese while watching the fish rise--perfect and peaceful in every way. Perhaps a juicy steak or maybe burgers on the grill is the order of the day, but whatever's on the menu, it's always better on the river. And may we add that the nighttime stargazing is, well, AMAZING! For guests needing wheelchair accessibility, the Cottage features a winding ramp up to the covered front porch entrance (as well as traditional steps), and all rooms and back deck are on one level--no interior stairs. The master bed/bath has 36" doors; large, walk-in shower with both standard and hand-held shower heads along with safety grab bars in the shower and at the toilet. Shower stool available on request. Riverside deck is accessed through the dining room sliding door, and just down the back stairs from the deck to the river is a private, aspen-shaded seating area with fire pit and picnic table. A lazy porch swing under an old river trolly and sparkling party lights complete the relaxing, riverside experience. Cottage guests are welcome to take advantage of the property's 480+ ft., private, on-site river access and enjoy some fishing in the Arbor House Inn's private portion of the South Fork of the Rio Grande. Catch and release as requested the the fish! Our goal here at the Cottage is to be the perfect choice of vacation accommodations for those few, very special guests desiring a private, peaceful and relaxing Colorado mountain getaway. **** As the Cottage is a separate facility from the main Arbor House Inn, GUEST PRIVILEGS DO NOT INCLUDE BREAKFAST SERVICE OR USE OF THE INN'S HOT TUB. Rates vary seasonally. DAMAGE INSURANCE is required as well as an ADDITIONAL CLEANING FEE of $125 for each Cottage reservation. FULL RESERVATION (nights, cleaning fee and damage insurance) IS CHARGED AT TIME OF BOOKING. Children are welcome. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. TWO-NIGHT MINIMUM. Minimum age for main renter is 25.****

Property manager

Laurie & Keith Bratton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outdoors only--away from windows and doors.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Due to allergies, no pets allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
1557

About the neighborhood

South Fork

Located in South Fork, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Wolf Creek Ski Area and Rio Grande Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rio Grande National Forest and Coller State Wildlife Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 3 min drive
  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 3 min drive
  • Rio Grande Club - 6 min drive
  • Coller State Wildlife Area - 9 min drive
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Two Rivers BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Firehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is COTTAGE ON THE CREEK VACATION RENTAL. Sleeps 4. Beautiful views. Riverside deck. Fishing. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad, Rio Grande, and Wolf Creek Anglers. Rio Grande Club and Rio Grande National Forest are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chase M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great second stay
This is the second time we stayed for our wolf creek ski trip. Everything is perfect for our needs and we plan to be back. The cottage is stocked with everything you need. Location is great. Only good things to report.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowboarding trip to Wolf creek
We stayed at the Cottage for a snowboard trip starting New Year’s Day. The house was great for me and my two boys! We will plan on visiting again. The location to the ski area was great and it is a quiet town which was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walker R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great way to spend Christmas
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cottage on the Creek. It was very welcoming and had all the comforts of home. Would love to come back and enjoy it in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house! (Cottage)
We have been coming to South Fork for over 10 years. This was by far the best place we have stayed! Laurie and Keith have thought of everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The porch is amazing for coffee in the morning and wine in the afternoon. Loved watching the hummingbirds. This is an excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., Arvada, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Peaceful and relaxing place. Deck with the river is beautiful. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
❤️
This Cottage was fabulous. Right on the river, quiet and so roomy. Everything about our week here was wonderful. Many nights enjoyed on the back deck overlooking the river. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best cottage on the river!
We’ve stayed in numerous cabins on rivers and this one is well above the others in taste, hospitality, and cleanliness! It is the most quaint cottage with many personal touches from the owners. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chase M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for Wolf Creek ski trip
Lots of room for our group of 4. Fully stocked kitchen made staying in easy. Great place to relax after a long ski day. Easy drive to Wolf Creek. Probably 20-30 minutes depending on road conditions. Appeared to be one of the closest places to the ski resort that wasn’t just a hotel room. Located right at the end of town so close to every thing the small town has to offer. Place was clean and well stocked. Photos didn’t do it justice. It was much nicer than we expected. Highly recommend. We plan to stay again for future ski trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cottage on the river
We stayed at the cottage for a ski trip to Wolf Creek. It’s a quick trip to the mountain and was very convenient. The cottage is better than the expected! It is spotlessly clean, the kitchen is well stocked with good tools, appliances, and pantry basics. The views are gorgeous. Our hosts were very thoughtful. Having a Christmas tree and decor was a very thoughtful touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Outing
We had a wonderful stay - the outdoor space was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wdnderful place to stay and we'll be back.
Super clean and well situated on the banks of the river. This is one VRBO where the pics don't do the property justice. The setting is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pepper W., Rio Rancho, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an amazing place!
We could not have found a better place than the Cottage at Arbor House. Amazing accommodations and amenities with everything you need, and more, to make your stay perfect. Keith and Laurie are great hosts! The location on the river is so beautiful and relaxing. You will not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
Peaceful, beautiful, relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend
Beautiful accommodations and beautiful setting. We caught a fish right off the deck. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just like home!
We were so comfortable and relaxed. Everything was perfect. We interacted with wildlife and greatly enjoyed the deck. Do not hesitate to visit this very peaceful and very beautiful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay at Cottage on the Creek
Five stars...amazing location on the water in a beautiful and well-appointed home! The hosts are very kind and have thought of everything you need. We loved staying in Southfork and used it as a launching pad for various fishing, Alpine Loop, and hiking adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!!
The Cottage on the Creek was so relaxing and had all the comforts of home. We really enjoyed sitting on the back deck listening to the creek.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful experience staying at the cottage. Keith and Laurie are wonderful hosts.
The Cottage was perfect for the 4 of us for our Wolf Creek ski adventure. Keith and Laura are perfect hosts. We had to rescheduled our stay due to family Illness and they helped us work out another date and were sympathetic about our circumstances. When we arrived at the Cottage, Keith showed us around and made us feel at home. There was a plumbing issue due to a frozen pipe. As soon as we let Keith know he got a plumber out and it was fixed that day. The location of the property is perfect for convenience and the view out back is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

TINA S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
We felt like we were at home, but with an added spectacular view! Very well stocked with everything we could need. Loved the fresh-baked cookies, coffee supplies, and mints by the bed. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shane R., Olden, Tx.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage by the river
VERY nice, clean home in a perfect location. Owners thought of everything when prepping for our stay. Personal touches and welcome snacks made us feel welcome.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Christmas Vacation
We enjoyed our stay at the Cottage On the Creek. Everything was top notch! Beds comfy, showers great, tons of dvd movies to watch, Keith and Laurie and Ashley made everything feel like home! So very accommodating!! Very impressed with how on top of it they were…iit snowed a ton while we were there and they cleared steps and driveways immediately! You can’t go wrong in choosing to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property and host!
Beautiful location, hospitable host, a must stay if you're traveling to South Fork.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
This was our 4th time staying here and already looking forward to next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying at the Cottage on the River
The cottage was exactly as advertised. Close to the river and set in a beautiful grove of aspen trees. Inside, was everything guests would need, including a plentiful supply of towels and all the essential kitchen utensils. The beds were comfortable and the TV operated flawlessly.. We were very comfortable there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARILYN W., ovilla, Texas / north Texas area,

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful Retreat
We loved our visit. This is probably one of the best stays we have expericenced. Beautiful scenery, nice clean house fully equipped. Quiet and listening to the river flow outside. We highly recommend a stay at the Cottage by the Creek. You wont be disappointed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021