STR#006326
Welcome to Stargazer Retreat, a dog-friendly 3BD/3BA mountain escape with 360° views, near a “Dark Sky Park” for incredible stargazing, and a peaceful creek trail out back. Enjoy an open living area with a gas fireplace, fully stocked kitchen, and fun lower-level game room. Soak in the private hot tub beneath the stars, relax on the deck, and let kids and pups explore the fenced yard. Perfectly located between Buena Vista and Salida near Mt. Princeton Hot Springs and endless outdoor adventures.
The Space
Step into PK's Stargazer Retreat, a warm and welcoming three-story mountain home perched on a scenic plateau with unforgettable 360° mountain views, a fenced yard, a peaceful creek trail, and truly incredible night skies. The property sits within a Dark Sky community, near Browns Canyon National Monument which is an officially designated International Dark Sky Park, known for some of the clearest, most naturally dark skies in Colorado. On clear nights the sky becomes a blanket of stars with the Milky Way visible to the naked eye and viewable from any of the numerous patios or the private hot tub.
Conveniently situated between Buena Vista and Salida and just minutes from Mt. Princeton Hot Springs, this home offers comfort, privacy, and plenty of space for families, couples, and groups looking to relax and reconnect. After a day of hiking 14-ers, mountain biking, rafting, or skiing Monarch Mountain, return to the panoramic alpine views for wildlife watching (hummingbirds, deer, elk, turkeys, and resident owls), and relaxing evenings under the stars.
What You'll Love:
•Unmatched 360° mountain views with snow-capped peaks in winter & fiery Autumn colors the scenery is never the same but always awe-inspiring.
•Dark Skies Neighborhood with extraordinary Milky Way viewing that is visible with the naked eye…or you can use the on-site telescope for hours of stargazing enjoyment
•Large, private, and secluded hot tub tucked into a scenic corner of the property with a painted mountain mural backdrop
•Bright, open living area with floor-to-ceiling windows, a vaulted wood ceiling, and thermostat-controlled gas fireplace
•Private walking trail along Brown's Creek directly behind the house for exploring and wildlife spotting. Feel free to take the provided hammock to the creek and enjoy a relaxing afternoon beneath the aspens while listening to the creek
•Two king suites, each with ensuite bath (rare in this market) and a third bedroom with queen-size bed. All rooms have individually controlled thermostats and high quality linens on new, comfortable mattresses
•Lower-level game room with pool table, foosball, board games, dining table & kitchenette
•Two patios and two balconies with a gas BBQ grill, ample outdoor seating, and panoramic views in every direction
•Pet-friendly with a beautiful fenced yard accommodating up to 2 well-behaved dogs
•Extremely well-stocked kitchen for all your cooking and baking desires
•Smart TV, Wireless internet, Bluetooth speakers, board games, puzzles, books, CDs, and DVDs
•Hi-efficiency washer & dryer
Home Layout
UPPER LEVEL
•King Suite #1: Spacious primary bedroom with a king size bed, ensuite bath (shower), magnificent mountain views and a private, west-facing balcony
•Laundry facilities with washer/dryer, iron & board
MAIN LEVEL
•King Suite #2: Spacious main-level bedroom with a king size bed, ensuite bath (shower), and sweeping mountain views
•Bedroom #3: Queen size bed with office desk and printer
•Open kitchen, dining & living area with panoramic windows and amazing views.
•The south-facing elevated deck can be accessed from the dining area and the west facing patio from the living area
LOWER LEVEL
•Full bathroom (shower)
•Large game room with two futons (bedding provided), pool table, foosball, second dining table and a kitchenette
•Walk-out patio with hot tub access
Neighborhood
The property offers unmatched natural surroundings - towering mountain peaks in every direction, wildlife on the slopes below, and a quiet forested feel. The home is just minutes from a designated International Dark Sky Park and the neighborhood is a dark skies community for pristine night sky viewing. Whether you're soaking in the hot tub or sitting out on the deck, the stargazing here is unforgettable. Although PK's provides privacy and seclusion, you'll be conveniently located midway between Buena Vista and Salida; close to everything the area has to offer: such as world class white-water rafting, mountain bike and hiking trails, OHV opportunities, and skiing / snowboarding, just to name a few.
Walk / Drive Times (Approx.)
•Brown's Creek private walking trail loop: located on the property
•Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort: 10 minutes' drive
•Browns Canyons National Monument (International Dark Sky Park): 20 minutes' drive
•Buena Vista shops, river park & restaurants: 20 minutes' drive
•Salida historic downtown & Arkansas River: 20 minutes' drive
•Monarch Mountain Ski Area: 35 minutes' drive
•St Elmo ghost town & chipmunk feeding: 35 minutes' drive
Whether you're coming for local activities or relaxation you'll fall in love with the views, the night skies, and the peace & quiet that PK's Stargazer Retreat will offer.
Other Things to Note
•For guest safety, the property has exterior-only security cameras monitoring the driveway and entryways.
•There are no cameras in any private or interior spaces
Staying with Pinon Vacation Rentals ensures that your visit will be exceptional. As a locally owned and operated property management company, we bring intimate knowledge of the area and a personal touch to every guest experience. Our team is deeply familiar with each property we manage, allowing us to provide accurate information and helpful recommendations to make your stay outstanding. We pride ourselves on being responsive and accessible—whether you have questions before your arrival, need assistance during your stay, or require support after checkout, we're here to help. Our commitment to excellent service means you can relax and enjoy your vacation knowing that a knowledgeable, caring team is just a phone call away.
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, 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. 24-48 hours before arrival, check-instructions will be sent to the 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 anywhere on the property, unapproved over-occupancy or pets, unauthorized use of property grounds, damage resulting from violation of rental policies, and/or excessive mess may result in charges up to $1000.00 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, 15 to 29 days prior to reservation 50% refund. No refunds will be issued after this cut-off date for any reason. No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions.**
**Trip Cancellation and Travel Insurance Available on booking page.
