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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Hartsel, CO
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Buena Vista River Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Cottonwood Hot Springs
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hartsel

When you stay at this vacation home in Hartsel, you'll be in the mountains and 7 minutes by foot from San Isabel National Forest. .This vacation home is 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from ResortQuest Ski and Sport Keystone and 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 36 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • ResortQuest Ski and Sport Keystone - 38 min drive - 22.0 miles
  • Buena Vista River Park - 40 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 40 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 50 min drive - 35.0 miles

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Da Mike - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Ptg5 - ‬33 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly

Welcome to Wild Iris Mountain Lodge, a spacious 2700 sq ft retreat perched on 2.5 acres surrounded by astounding mountain vistas in the Ranch of the Rockies, located in South Park, Colorado. Perfectly situated between Buena Vista and Fairplay CO, Wild Iris Mountain Lodge is an ideal haven for friends and family to gather, relax and enjoy a variety of recreational activities that abound here year-round. Relax in your own 4-person barrel sauna. Socialize in the "shack", our special outdoor meeting area. HughesNet satellite internet with smart TVs. The space: • 2700 Sq Ft mountain home with sweeping mountain views from wrap-around deck with fire table
• Centrally-located between Buena Vista and Fairplay, near world-class fishing, hiking, skiing, atv trails nearby
• Hot springs, restaurants, and shopping within 30 minutes
• Dog-friendly property with 2.5 acres
• Features 2 master bedrooms w/55” smart tv’s and vanities
• Game room with regulation-sized pool table
• Third bedroom with twin-over-full bunk bed
• 3 full bathrooms
• Fully furnished kitchen with Calphalon cookware
• Office with printer and futon couch; features satellite Wi-Fi
• Home theater features 75” UHD smart TV with sectional couch and cozy overstuffed chair
• Great room with expansive views, game table and games, plenty of comfortable seating

From a thrilling white water rafting trip in nearby Brown’s Canyon to a tranquil paddleboard on Antero Reservoir, this stunning region of Colorado truly provides something for everyone to appreciate. We invite you to come and enjoy an opportunity to connect with the natural beauty of South Park, Colorado with those whom you cherish most!

The Wild Iris Mountain Lodge is accessible all year; our 2700 square foot home offers 2 master bedrooms with king-sized beds and Smart TV’s, one additional bedroom with a bunk bed, and one office with a futon. Our fully-stocked kitchen and eating area, including a wrap-around deck with 3 areas to grill and dine outside, 3 full bathrooms, a game room equipped with a full-sized pool table, adjacent to a home-theater room, featuring a 75 inch ultra high definition smart TV, accommodates at least 7 guests with a comfortable and fun get-away. Approximately 2 hours from Colorado Springs and a bit over 2 hours from Denver, The Wild Iris Mountain Lodge affords its guests solitude yet accessibility to a myriad of activities for your entire group.


Notice - this property offers a truly remote and alpine experience at 9,600 ft above sea level, which offers unparalleled night-sky views. If you are coming from lower elevations, prepare to adjust to the thin air. Also, inclement weather can occur in the winter months at which time we recommend all wheel drive for the county-maintained 7-mile gravel road.
Guest access
Full access to the house and 2.5 acre property, except for garage and shed
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a sauna, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
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

This property does not have elevators

Reviews

Amazing Views--Spacious 3BR, outdoor barrel sauna, dog friendly Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an amazing home and has everything you could possibly need. The view of the stars at night was beyond amazing! It was great to enjoy some quiet time away from the business of the holiday. I highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie l.

Liked: Cleanliness
We came for a relaxing getaway for our anniversary and needed a place that would work for my husband after ankle surgery. We loved the open floor plan! The kitchen was thoroughly stocked with all the appliances and tools we could use. Everything was nicely decorated and comfortable. Our dog got his sniff on and enjoyed exploring! The view was great! Most of the time it was sunny and we could see all the mountains to the north but we woke up to a couple of heavy fog banks in the distance hiding all the mountains. It was beautiful! We enjoyed it!While it was just the 3 of us it would be a great place for 2 families or a very large group! Thanks for letting us share the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay! The home was beautiful, spacious, and spotless, plenty of room for well over six people. The beds were super comfy and made it easy to relax after a day of exploring. The setting is perfectly secluded with breathtaking mountain views and total tranquility. The dirt roads are solid (not muddy), though there are some washboard sections, but it’s worth it for the peace and quiet you get once you arrive. The property and neighbors were wonderfully quiet, and the house was well-equipped with everything we needed. It’s about 15 minutes from the route road, so it feels like a true getaway without being too far from town, give or take 25 to 30 minutes as listed. Pictures don't do it justice! We would 100% recommend this place and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay here! The cabin was gorgeous and had everything we could’ve asked for with awesome extras like the sauna and pool table. It was such a great deal for the price. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace R., Dubuque, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed was provided in this well appointed property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was one of the best VRBO’s me and my husband have stayed in. The view is amazing and is very welcoming. Sauna and pool table were fun too. Definitely going to come back with the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and great communication from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean J.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!! This place is badass!!! Perfect for pets and the amount of space we had couldn’t have been more perfect for a birthdays vacation!! The spa was awesome, taking a bath everyday was amazing. The beds were so comfortable, the pool table was awesome! For one place, we felt we had so much space and so much to do for the times we decided to stay in and cozy up :) The location was perfect for us, for peace and quiet and a pretty drive into town. I would love to stay here again if given the opportunity! Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous place. Was able to ride straight to Salida for lunch without trailering. Very clean, comfortable, and I will be renting again. This is one of those hidden gems of the area. Host is very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Place was clean, well stocked for the family. Great pool table, sleeping areas and sauna. Remote was nice and within reach of towns and activities. White water rafted, zip line, and hiking within hour.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place

We had an outstanding time staying here. The host was extremely helpful and very responsive. We would highly recommend this home and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

This property has incredible mountain views and is perfect for the travelers seeking peace, relaxation, and some good times with the ones you love. The property is quite remote, but that is why we loved it. There is still plenty to do—play horseshoes, relax out in the shack or the sauna, listen to the birds or stargaze on the deck, play pool or one of the many games available. Very comfortable, cozy & enjoyable!
Sunset from the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location to explore around Buena Vista

The house was very clean and the check-in process was very easy. Todd had excellent communication and provided detail steps on how to use the sauna and other things within the house. We appreciate that they had some basic kitchen necessities like flour, sugar and spices. The sky at night was filled with stars and was really beautiful as well as the sauna was great after a long day hiking in the mountains, we also really like the big screen TV in the basement and the access to Netflix and Disney+.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn W., Broomfield, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, lovely house, long dirt road, some maintenance issues.

Everything was as described and the property was very clean and well-equipped. The washer and dryer are nice, there are lots of seasonings in the kitchen, and we had several days’ worth of Keurig cups to get us going. We loved sitting on the deck, watching for wildlife (even saw a bobcat!), and enjoying the beautiful interior of the home. We had a wonderful 10 days in the fall, watching the leaves change before our eyes. Took photos of the stars and Milky Way, changing leaves, and bluebirds! The 7 miles of dirt road to get to the house wore thin on us over 10 days so we won’t book so rural next time when we know we want to go places during our stay. There were some maintenance issues that we will share privately with the owner so they can be fixed.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bud D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Distance from paved road

It was 7 miles on dirt road to get to main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caden T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good times at the Cabin

Stayed here with my Father, and it was a great base camp for our adventures in and around the Buena Vista area. Super clean, super nice, and the hosts are wonderful. Plenty of space for lots of people, and the barrel sauna is particularly lovely. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenery

Great house. Did lots of day trips to hike. Loved hanging out on the deck and just relaxing. Wish we would have had more time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness

You will LOVE it here!

OK, I am biased because my family already has a cabin in the area, but we were thrilled to host our family reunion with the help of Todd and his beautiful home! Half of our family stayed with us, the other half in Todd's cabin. It was clean, had plenty of things to keep the teenagers busy and they LOVED the sauna. The views are outstanding. Truly, this is the best area if you want the beauty and the piece and quiet that comes with the mountains. You are close to so many cool towns, rafting is near by, world-class fly fishing, you name it! We highly recommend this location and working with Todd is fantastic!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melaine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!

My family enjoyed the stay here! Lots of room and everything you could need. My kids enjoyed the pool table and there were plenty of games to play. The sauna was an added bonus. Beautiful views all around. About 30 min from Buena Vista, which had plenty of places to eat and great rafting options. Lots of 14ers around as well. We ended up hiking Mt. Sherman, which was about an hour away. From Mt. Sherman, we ate in Fairplay, then about 30 min back to the cabin. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as it is listed!

Great property with excellent views. Todd provided all information which made check in and check out an easy process. Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. A lot of thought was put into essentials that may be needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a family getaway

Our family loved staying here. The children loved the pool table and walking around the property. The adults loved the views and layout of the home. The host was helpful and communicative. We would definitely stay again. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Property in Hartsel

Wonderful home with so many amenities. Hosts were incredibly responsive to any questions, toiletries and an array of cooking supplies were included, and the home was extremely clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

connie o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Get-Away

Perfect house for six adults. We enjoyed the large sitting area with a beautiful view, three bathrooms, pool table, and comfortable family room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

Perfect location for our ladies retreat. We loved the views and the sauna.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, exactly as described

Peaceful getaway, clean house with plenty of room. Todd made check in/out very clear and simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023