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Top Rocky Mountain Cabin & Cottage Getaways

The Rockies. As gargantuan as they are timeless, these majestic mountains have attracted vacationers for hundreds of years. While the slopes, peaks, and valleys obviously make for spectacular snowboarding and skiing, there's so much more to experience! But where to experience it from? You COULD stay in one of those massive, crowded resorts... OR you could sleep in comfort right in the middle of mother nature herself! The following cabins are sublimely rustic yet undeniably luxurious- read on!
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Pine River Lodge

Bayfield, Colorado

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Come and experience the awesome wonder of Vallecito Lake in one of Pine River Lodge stupendously luxurious cabins!Make Pine River Lodge your mountain cabin home away from home! The cool summer nights and sparkling... read more

Come and experience the awesome wonder of Vallecito Lake in one of Pine River Lodge stupendously luxurious cabins!

Make Pine River Lodge your mountain cabin home away from home! The cool summer nights and sparkling winter landscapes are simply unparalleled, and are easily accessed for all manner of fun. Snowshoeing and skiing in the winter, horseback riding and hiking in the summer. After a long day of fun, there's no better feeling than returning to your PRL cabin. Inside you'll find complete kitchens, air-conditioning, basic satellite TV, outdoor furniture, charcoal BBQ grills, and fire pits. What more could you possibly need?

Address

14443 Co Rd 501, Bayfield, CO 81122

Highlights

Facilities include an indoor heated pool and playground

Fun facts

The Atkinson family has been welcoming guests to the Vallecito Lake Valley since 1960.

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C Lazy U Ranch

Granby, Colorado

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The beauty of C Lazy U Ranch in is that your stay can be as relaxed or active as you'd like. Sublime tranquility and super fun activity- that's C Lazy U in a nutshell!With a close proximity to Rocky Mountain... read more

The beauty of C Lazy U Ranch in is that your stay can be as relaxed or active as you'd like. Sublime tranquility and super fun activity- that's C Lazy U in a nutshell!

With a close proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park, C Lazy U Ranch provides a unique brand of mountain adventure vacation. This four-season Colorado dude ranch is filled with rich history, rustic elegance, legendary cuisine, and their signature "5-Spur Service". Accommodations are cozy yet spacious, while the surroundings are as beautiful as you'll find in Colorado. This is more than just a horseback riding vacation- C Lazy U Ranch experience is a whole new way to see Colorado's Rockies.

Highlights

As the Momma or Poppa cowboy, you need a break from keeping your little bandits in line. While they enjoy Kid’s Program activities, slip away to Lazy U Spa for the Bonnie and Clyde couples massage.

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Fishing in stocked pond or nearby river, basketball, volleyball, trap shooting, mountain biking, game room, ice skating pond, snow-tubing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, spring-fed pool and hot tub, archery, yoga, luxury camping and more.

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Bring your big appetite to the family-style dinner table at C Lazy U Ranch. Swap stories and laughs while sipping a glass of wine and eating a rack of rosemary lamb.

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O-Bar-O Cabins

Durango, Colorado

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Scenic Durango is home to a number of fantastic things to do and see. There's no better way to experience it than O-Bar-O Cabins!Situated on the Florida River, the cabins are just a stone’s throw from the San Juan... read more

Scenic Durango is home to a number of fantastic things to do and see. There's no better way to experience it than O-Bar-O Cabins!

Situated on the Florida River, the cabins are just a stone’s throw from the San Juan National Forest, two large lakes, and horse trail rides. There's seemingly no end to the superb activities that are available to you! Get outside and participate in some trout fishing, go on a hike through the woods, or experience world-famous Rocky Mountain skiing for yourself. Meanwhile, your cabins have both rustic charm and not-so-rustic amenities, including well equipped kitchens, updated bathrooms, flat screen TVs with satellite, and WiFi internet. Whatever the occasion, a trip to O-Bar-O is one to remember!

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11998 Co Rd 240, Durango, CO 81301

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The cabins are inside the San Juan National Forest is 12 miles from the center of the mining town of Durango, and 13 miles from the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad steam train.

Highlights

There's a riverside hot tub, a horseshoe pit, and courts for volleyball and basketball.

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+1 (970) 325 - 4981
With guests returning year after year to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere, Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs brings together the excitement of the great outdoors with elegant accommodations.Unlike most hotel rooms,... read more

With guests returning year after year to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere, Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs brings together the excitement of the great outdoors with elegant accommodations.

Unlike most hotel rooms, the rooms here have a bit more character. They are decorated with pine tongue-in-groove paneling, marble vanity sinks, and western furniture. Included with that you can expect free high-speed wireless internet, a guest laundry, and a helpful concierge service that will help you plan your visit. No matter what time of year you visit there will always be something going on. Ouray, where Box Canyon sits, is an outdoor enthusiasts’ paradise. The San Juan Mountains offer a multitude of outdoor sports and exploration possibilities. Traverse the steep winter slopes by skiing or snowmobiling, and go for a horseback ride or jeeping in the summers. Your basecamp for all your adventures on the majestic San Juan Mountains is at Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs.

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45 Third Avenue PO Box 439, Ouray, CO 81427

Extra Stops

For a truly breathtaking experience, drive to US Highway 550 between Ouray and Silverton to experience the “Million Dollar Highway.” It reaches an elevation of over 11,000 feet as it winds around curves, and is consistently voted one of the top ten scenic highways in the U.S.

Related Onsite Offerings

Box Canyon Lodge is one of only three properties that have hot springs. They consist of four redwood spas on the mountainside set at temperatures between 103 and 108 degrees.

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Summit Vacations

Breckenridge, Colorado

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Summit Vacations is Breckenridge's most innovative, full-service vacation rental company, with a fantastic assortment of properties just begging to be experienced!Whether you're looking for a condo, townhouse, or... read more

Summit Vacations is Breckenridge's most innovative, full-service vacation rental company, with a fantastic assortment of properties just begging to be experienced!

Whether you're looking for a condo, townhouse, or single-family home, the friendly staff of Summit Vacations can easily find exactly what you're looking for. But a Summit Vacations experience only begins with lodging. Their main objective is to provide guests with a resort experience in the comfort of a private residence. The reviews speak for themselves- they succeed with flying colors. Once you're all settled in, get out and see all that Breck has to offer! Restaurants, spas, and oodles of ski resorts are right outside your front door- come and see for yourself!

Address

212 S Ridge St, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Highlights

Resorts service include spa and massage treatments as well as transportation services.

Related Onsite Offerings

Peak 1 Express Colorado shuttle will deliver you from the airport to the slopes safely, quickly and affordably.

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Elk Point Lodge & Cabins

Bayfield, Colorado

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Resting along the shore of Vallecito Lake, where the Pine River begins to meander into the calm waters, are the quiet cabins of Elk Point Lodge.During your stay at Elk Point Lodge in Bayfield, Colorado, paddle... read more

Resting along the shore of Vallecito Lake, where the Pine River begins to meander into the calm waters, are the quiet cabins of Elk Point Lodge.

During your stay at Elk Point Lodge in Bayfield, Colorado, paddle across the cool, mountain lake in one the lodge’s canoes, kayaks, or atop a sup board. If you’ve come to the mountains with the intent of bringing a trophy home, Elk Point Lodge has helpful and friendly fishing and hunting guides eager to lead you to your prize. Elk Point’s wranglers are also ready to head out to the trails. Choose from a couple-hour ride to a half-day adventure. Or, you may prefer a romantic mountain sunset dinner on horseback. Back at the lodge, the beauty and wonder of the lake and surrounding mountain forests continue to provide a tranquil experience. Before heading to your cabin, rejuvenate with a Swedish massage or stone therapy at the Day Spa or savor a bite on the patio at Pura Vida Cafe, where you can view the sun sparkling off the Vallecito. That view may carry over to your cabin deck along the shore. Or, maybe you’ve chosen to be tucked into the shady pines. At Elk Point Lodge, you’ll experience a laid back, mountain lake vacation.

Address

21730 County Road 501, Bayfield, CO 81122

Extra Stops

During you stay at Elk Point Lodge, head to nearby Durango to visit the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Bar D Chuckwagon Show, or Sky Ute Casino.

Related Onsite Offerings

All cabins at Elk Point Lodge include a fully furnished kitchen as well as sheets, towels, blankets, toilet paper, and dish and bath soap.

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High Country Lodge

Pagosa Springs, Colorado

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Set against 15 wooded acres of Colorado bliss, High Country Lodge combines the best that nature has to offer with incredible personable customer service!At High Country Lodge, you'll start your day right with a... read more

Set against 15 wooded acres of Colorado bliss, High Country Lodge combines the best that nature has to offer with incredible personable customer service!

At High Country Lodge, you'll start your day right with a delicious complimentary breakfast in the cozy dining area, flanked by a crackling fireplace. From there it's totally dependent on the season. In the Spring and Summer, obviously, you'll want to get out and bask in the oft-spectacular weather. Step outside and enjoy a brisk hike or enjoy an outdoor family style BBQ picnic in the gazebo. Meanwhile, the colder months are just as much fun, with a huge tubing hill, sauna, and a collection of Pagosa’s best hot tubs. And if all that isn't enough, you have High Country Lodge's superior hospitality to boot!

Extra Stops

Pamper yourself with a massage at one of the local spas!

Highlights

Stroll through the property to view area wild flowers and deer as well as incredible views of the Continental Divide.

Related Onsite Offerings

If you would like to experience the best of what Pagosa Springs has to offer, just ask one of the knowledgeable staff.

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Durango Colorado Vacations

Durango, Colorado

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Whether you're planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a trip with your closest friends, you will enjoy the comfortable accommodations of Durango Colorado Vacations, complete with dozens of modern... read more

Whether you're planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a trip with your closest friends, you will enjoy the comfortable accommodations of Durango Colorado Vacations, complete with dozens of modern amenities that will make you feel right at home.

Enjoy the gorgeous scenery and breathtaking natural features of the Rockies firsthand as you trek along one of the many hiking paths near Durango. The stunning Rocky Mountains are home to a wide variety of activities to enjoy throughout the year. Combining breathtaking scenery, wonderful weather, and countless trails for hiking and mountain biking in the summer, plus skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, you're guaranteed to find an activity you'll love. Don't miss out on horseback riding and whitewater rafting opportunities either. After a thrilling day out exploring the mountains, come back and relax at your luxury Durango rental. Step out onto your spacious deck and patio to witness your breathtaking view, which includes gorgeous snow-topped mountains, sweeping valleys, and evergreen forests. Their rentals have everything you need to live like royalty, from fully-stocked kitchens to bubbling hot tubs.

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Durango, Colorado 81301

Highlights

There’s no reason to leave your pets behind when you go on vacation, which is why Durango offers a selection of pet-friendly lodging options.

Related activities

For a true historical take on the area, set up a tour of the Durango Silverton Train! There you'll step 100 years into the past as you journey through the historic passenger train, perfectly preserved in all its intricate beauty.

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Pinnacle Lodging, Inc.

Breckenridge, Colorado

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As a Breckenridge Colorado Lodging expert, Pinnacle Lodging is the perfect place for the casual vacationer to experience all that it has to offer!Pinnacle's collection of spacious residences were designed to offer... read more

As a Breckenridge Colorado Lodging expert, Pinnacle Lodging is the perfect place for the casual vacationer to experience all that it has to offer!

Pinnacle's collection of spacious residences were designed to offer exclusive vacation experiences as unique as the dramatic locations on which they were built. Regardless of occasion, you'll find something to love here- friends and family alike can gather together in comfort. There's also a bevy of amenities to keep you comfortable, including gourmet kitchens and large rec rooms, outdoor living areas and fireplaces, hot tubs, ski lockers, so much more. May of the luxury properties can sleep upwards of 20 people- so invite the whole gang! From your property it's just a hop, skip, or jump to any of Breckenridge's superior ski resorts and runs!

Address

335 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Elevation

9,600′

Highlights

Main Street features colorfully painted buildings from the 1880s and '90s, including housing, shops, galleries and restaurants.

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Expanse Cottages

Nordegg, Alberta

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Expanse Cottages come equipped with almost everything you'd ever need during a Rocky Mountain getaway- just bring your personal hygiene items, food, beverages and clothing and let their friendly staff take care of... read more

Expanse Cottages come equipped with almost everything you'd ever need during a Rocky Mountain getaway- just bring your personal hygiene items, food, beverages and clothing and let their friendly staff take care of the rest!!

Each Expanse cottage has a diverse array of features and charms that make it feel like a home away from home. Whether you're grilling on your own BBQ situated on the private, covered deck, or inside with the old-fashioned wood burning stove (firewood provided), a winter here is toasty to say the least. Meanwhile bedrooms are complete with bedding, dressers, hangers and alarm clocks, while you'll never be bored with each cottages flat screen TVs! Of course, you're here to experience the Rockies up close and personal, and that you certainly will do! Hit the slopes skiing and snowboarding, snowshoe through the woods, or have the snowball fight of your life- it's all in a day at Expanse Cottages!

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305 Shunda Creek Rd, Nordegg, AB T0M 2H0, Canada

Highlights

The full sized and fully stocked kitchens include a fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, cutlery & cooking utensils, pots, pans and other bake/cookware, toaster, waffle iron, dishes, mugs & glasses, dish soap, cloths & towels, as well as tea & coffee, sugar & whitener, salt & pepper and basic spices.

Related Onsite Offerings

Playpen, booster seat and baby gate are available at guest's request for a small fee per day.

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M Lazy C Ranch

Lake George, Colorado

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The historic M Lazy C Ranch in Lake George, Colorado provides all you need to have a perfect Rocky Mountain cabin getaway!M Lazy C Ranch provides their guests a real western home away from home year-round. Stay in... read more

The historic M Lazy C Ranch in Lake George, Colorado provides all you need to have a perfect Rocky Mountain cabin getaway!

M Lazy C Ranch provides their guests a real western home away from home year-round. Stay in one of their original ranch cabins, refurbished with all the modern conveniences, such as free wireless internet, in-room coffee, and a small refrigerator. You and your family can enjoy several guided activities while staying at the ranch, including trail rides, guided shooting ranges, and archery. The ranch provides a variety of outdoor activities, from hiking Pike National Forest to snowshoeing to horseback riding. Their horseback rides, which takes guests through the beautiful mountains, ponderosa pines, and aspen groves, are offered year-round and are perfect for any age.

Address

801 County Rd. 453 Lake George, Colorado 80827

Highlights

Amenities at M Lazy C Ranch includes a hot tub, a recreational center with a television and a pool table, and a general store with snacks and souvenirs.

Getting there

M Lazy C Ranch is conveniently located 50 minutes west of Colorado Springs, Colorado right off of Highway 24, bordered by Pike National Forest, and the ideal spot for you to getaway from it all!

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Moonlight Vacation Rentals

Big Sky, Montana

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Specializing in ski-in ski-out cabins and cottages in the Moonlight Basin of Big Sky, Moonlight Rentals might just have your new home away from home!Feel like a part of the family with these locally owned and... read more

Specializing in ski-in ski-out cabins and cottages in the Moonlight Basin of Big Sky, Moonlight Rentals might just have your new home away from home!

Feel like a part of the family with these locally owned and operated rentals where their friendly staff will work personally with you to ensure your vacation in this beautiful part of Montana is the best ever. Amenities you can expect in all of the accommodations include a private outdoor hot tub, a fireplace, wireless internet, and a full kitchen. When you're not hanging out at your rental, explore the area that offers year-round fun like skiing and snowboarding in the winter and rafting and hiking in the summers. You won't want to miss out on this!

Address

P.O. Box 161462 Big Sky, Montana 59716

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Just 45 minutes south is the magnificent Yellowstone National Park where you can take in the sights that make it one of the best parks in all of the United States!

Related Onsite Offerings

Their accommodations vary from two, three, and four-bedroom homes, condos, and cabins.

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Tumbling River Ranch

Grant, Colorado

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Tumbling River Ranch is an award-winning Colorado dude ranch and one of the top family resort ranches in the Rockies. It's the perfect place to bring your family, friends, or just yourself!Tumbling River Ranch's... read more

Tumbling River Ranch is an award-winning Colorado dude ranch and one of the top family resort ranches in the Rockies. It's the perfect place to bring your family, friends, or just yourself!

Tumbling River Ranch's superb location, nestled in a secluded valley in the Rockies, is an ideal place to enjoy a one-of-a-kind family vacation. They specialize in week long stays during the summer months and multi-night stays in the fall and spring, so don't consider this a one-and-done kind of destination. Instead, commit yourself fully to an experience unlike any other. Take a horseback ride and enjoy the gorgeous scenery, partake in the exceptional dining, and make some memories!

Address

3715 Co Rd 62, Grant, CO 80448

Highlights

Whether it’s story songs by the campfire, or the classic country western songs at our Hootenanny, music at Tumbling River is not to be missed.

Related Onsite Offerings

There's a heated outdoor pool with a view that is second to none, and two amazing hot tubs, ideal for relaxing after a long day in the saddle.

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Sunetha Property Management

Pagosa Springs, Colorado

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+1 (970) 731 - 4344
The friendly staff at Sunetha Property Management Vacation Rentals will do everything in their power to make your visit a successful and memorable one!The vacation experts here understand exactly what makes a luxury... read more

The friendly staff at Sunetha Property Management Vacation Rentals will do everything in their power to make your visit a successful and memorable one!

The vacation experts here understand exactly what makes a luxury vacation home tick- all you'll have to do is tell them what you're looking for and they'll take care of the rest! All parties are welcome, from small, intimate couples retreats to large, noisy family vacations. Nothing beats a crackling fire on a chill winter night, and that could easily be your reality here. The Pagosa Springs area is filled to the brim with incredibly fun things to do and see, so you'll never be bored- you may come for the skiing, but you'll stay for the Sunetha properties!

Address

165 N Pagosa Blvd, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Highlights

Several homes allow pets- make sure you ask beforehand!

Related activities

Before you leave, make sure you run any dirty dishes through the dishwasher and take out the trash!

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