Title: Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88380000/88375000/88374971/bd78ad13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88380000/88375000/88374971/8e7846a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88380000/88375000/88374971/6ecd069d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88380000/88375000/88374971/853cc72e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88380000/88375000/88374971/03376298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Buena Vista's South Main District, this home puts you steps from river access and miles of hiking trails. With incredibly fast Wi-Fi, a fully stocked kitchen, and board games at hand, relaxation is just as easy as exploring nearby restaurants and breweries. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61312 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main This home is right in the heart of the South Main District. You will be mere steps from the river access and with miles of hiking and mountain biking trails right out the front door. Walk over to the best restaurants, breweries, and shops that Buena Vista has to offer. Feel like staying in and relaxing? Start your day off with a cup of coffee or tea on us, stream your favorite shows with our incredibly fast Wi-Fi, play some board games, or cook up a delicious meal in our fully stocked kitchen. STR-212 \*\*\*We are one of the few places in the valley with central air conditioning for those hot summer days!\*\*\* Just a short walk to: \- Coffee and gelato shop \- Bike rentals \- Eddyline Restaurant/Brewery \- Surf Hotel and Restaurant \- Arkansas River Walk \- Bouldering playground \- Electric vehicle charging station 1 - 2 miles: \- Historic Downtown Buena Vista \- Tennis courts \- Basketball courts \- Soccer fields 5 - 10 miles: \- climbing areas \- Mt Princeton Hot Springs \- Jeep rentals \- White water rafting Less than 1 hour: \- Monarch Mountain for skiing \- Salida Hot Springs \- St. Elmo Ghost Town \- Continental Divide ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Safe ### Location highlights - In the city center - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 1,312 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48867600/48867507/d158e5c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Red Farmhouse at South Main welcomes you! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.84119%2C-106.11986&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MJVPXLoxn22aL5dzdt_Ci1ochiI=) Buena Vista, CO #### What's nearby - Buena Vista River Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Arkansas River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Tunnels Rd - 11 min drive - 8.1 km - Cottonwood Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 12.9 km #### Getting around - Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 93 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Stedman's Ice Cream - ‬19 min walk - ‪Station 24 Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪SUBWAY - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cool River Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Coyote Mezcaleria Y Cerveceria - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beat the Heat at Riverhouse Retreat on South Main located? > This family-friendly Buena Vista vacation home is located on a river, just steps from Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Buena Vista River Park and Buena Vista Heritage Museum are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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