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Stunning Canyon-Rim Retreat on the Dolores River in beautiful SW Colorado.

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Perched on the Dolores River Canyon rim, this 3-bedroom home offers comfortable accommodations for up to 8 guests. Step out onto the spacious deck and take in the spectacular views of the canyon and surrounding mountains, with public land access just a few miles away.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81862 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Canyon-Rim Retreat on the Dolores River in beautiful SW Colorado.

Welcome to your perfect escape in Southwest Colorado! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests and sits just steps from the edge of the breathtaking Dolores River Canyon. Enjoy panoramic views as the river winds through the canyon below, with the surrounding mountains providing a stunning backdrop.

Relax or entertain on the large deck overlooking the canyon, where sunrises and sunsets will leave you in awe. The home offers the ideal balance of comfort and adventure, with easy access to public land just 3.1 miles away—perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're into mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, or off-road exploring, you’ll find endless opportunities right at your doorstep.

Wildlife is abundant here. Keep an eye out for mule deer, elk, and even bighorn sheep in the canyon. This region is also renowned for its exceptional hunting experiences.

The property is fully off-grid, powered by a reliable solar energy system with a large cistern for water storage—offering sustainable living without sacrificing modern comforts.

Experience peace, privacy, and nature in all its glory at this unforgettable canyon-side retreat.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,862 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Located in Cahone, this vacation home is in the mountains. Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and Lowry Pueblo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dolores River and Dolores Canyon Overlook. Visit our Cahone travel guide
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Dove Creek, CO

What's nearby

  • The Dolores River as it passes through the ‘blink and you will miss it’ town of Rico.
    Dolores River
    24 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Monument Canyon with Book Cliff Mountains in the distance, Colorado, USA
    Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
    34 min drive - 24.7 km
  • McPhee Reservoir near Dolores in southwest Colorado, a great place to camp
    McPhee Lake
    45 min drive - 56.7 km
  • Hovenweep National Monument
    Hovenweep National Monument
    53 min drive - 65.8 km
  • 0_39389803
    Dolores River Brewery
    53 min drive - 67.8 km

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Banger's Bar & Pizza Place
    12 min drive
  • Debs Diner
    12 min drive
  • Wild Coffee
    11 min drive
  • Wild Coffee
    12 min drive
  • New Frontier Bar
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Canyon-Rim Retreat on the Dolores River in beautiful SW Colorado. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Canyon-Rim Retreat on the Dolores River in beautiful SW Colorado.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Canyon-Rim Retreat on the Dolores River in beautiful SW Colorado.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Canyon-Rim Retreat on the Dolores River in beautiful SW Colorado. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Dolores River and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Dolores Canyon Overlook. Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and Lowry Pueblo are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Such a beautiful view! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Josh O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hunting camp

We enjoyed our stay. The snow and mud made the commute a little tricky as the dirt road to the house was sloppy!! Great place with a great view!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

STUNNING

Picture's do absolutely no justice to this house and its surroundings, The owners were gracious and checked on us several times. Outside temps hit 17 and the inside was nice and cozy. Only thing I would change was having more time to spend there. Will be going back. The view of the Dolores river out the back is nothing short of amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place with great views in an incredible location. Hosts were fantastic and made our stay easy and stress free. Would recommend highly to anyone hoping to stay near the Four Corners.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stunning views!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

This was our second stay. Great times
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunting Trip

Accommodations were perfect for our hunting trip. Thank you Billy for everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 STAR!! Absolutely Stunning! If you desire peace and amazing scenary this is your place! The host is amazing and very communicative, ensured we had everything we needed and checked on us through email and text several times in a good way and always ready with information on the area, even went above and beyond when it rained a good bit during our stay! Very good property and host! This is a piece of heaven most will never experience, so you should experience it! We will definelty be back, already planning our next trip, it is centrally located to everything we love - The San Juan Mountains, SW Utah, Moab, Canyonlands, etc...
View from Master Bedroom
View of the Dolores River Gorge
View from the Property of the Gorge
Pathway to Gorge View
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We loved our brief stay in Dove Creek. The house was very comfortable and the host provided us with thorough information prior to arrival. This property has an incredible location literally just steps from the rim of the Dolores River Canyon, which was absolutely gorgeous — a must visit while you’re there! The dirt road getting in was a bit bumpy but our Toyota Camry sedan handled it fine. Tip: Ignore the “private property” sign on the last road you turn on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dove Creek

The property was incredible! The only thing that came as a surprise was that the final ten miles to the property is all gravel or dirt road. The dirt road was rutted because of traffic during recent rains. Since we were in the area for a special event and had to come and go many times from the property, if we had known about the roads we might have made other arrangements. That is not to take away from this incredible place to stay. I would return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our group. The Spitzer's were awesome! Plenty of room for 5 adults and beautiful view.Off grid with plenty of solitude.Definitely would stay again.Thank you
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Majestic Solitude

This is an astonishing property perched at a gorge overlooking the Dolores River. If you want a spellbinding stay offering quiet, offgrid, offline splendor - this is the place for you. Dove Creek nearby if a visit to town is needed. We enjoyed the home, the setting, and Marti as our host was lovely. Definitely going to be back here next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna P., Rogersville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like HOME - great Hosts!

We enjoyed every minute of our 3-night stay adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Views like no other.

Amazing, one of kind location on the canyon rim!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking

A wonderful place to stay! Completely off grid but you would never know. Very secluded with amazing views. A great place to star gaze as well. I highly recommend using it as base when visiting the nearby national parks or simply enjoying the seclusion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ed W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly "Off Grid"

Good stay at property with great hosts. Truly "off grid" with solar power. Can be a challenge with little sun and snow! Resolved with generator. Beautiful property and overall enjoyable trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

matthew h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice getaway

worked great your vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Kim G., Kailua, hi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the beaten path

Make sure to arrive before nightfall daily as the farm roads can be difficult and full of deer. Marti and Billy very responsive and helpful. Good space, cozy, good kitchen for family meals. Incredible night sky. Hiking in the immediate are not really doable. You have to drive to all trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

ginny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Such a unique property. The Canyon rim is just steps away from the house. Stargazeing at night is absolutely amazing. This home has it all four beds two baths. The kitchen, livingroom one bathroom and one bedroom are upstairs. Theres a huge balcony off of the kitchen, with a grill, plenty of outdoor seating and a spectacular view. It was such a great experience. Marti is one of the kindest most helpful people I have ever met. We came in late at night in the dark, and she came out to make sure we made it to the house just fine. This is a very special property, with fantastic owners!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Canyon Rim Extended Stay

Our Family of 7 enjoyed an extended stay of 19 days at the Canyon Rim. The house is clean, inviting and comfortable. The pictures of the house do not depict the spaciousness of the home and bedrooms. As a large family, it was nice to retreat to the privacy of large rooms at the end of a busy day if needed. If you are interested in experiencing “off Grid” living, this home is for you! You wont even notice! There is no WiFi, however we were able to use our cell phones and watch the morning news. That’s if you plan on spending any time inside. LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!!! The location of this house is incredible. It is tucked deep on top of the Mesa, our Son in law traveled in a rented sedan navigating the roads without any issues. This house was great for us, it is centrally located and is the perfect home base if you are planning on seeing the SouthWest sites. During our visit we went on day trips to Mesa Verde, Moab, Arches, Pagosa Springs, Hovenweep, Telluride, Durango, Cortez, Blanding. We saw mule deer, jack rabbits and other wildlife daily! There is so much to do and see right outside the front door! Did I mention the spectacular Canyon Rim view? It’s indescribable!!! Also if you haven’t had the chance to see the Milky Way, you can from the comfort of the deck at night. The star gazing is AMAZING there. In Dove Creek, there are a few small stores if you need or forgot something. We cooked at home a lot, however I recommend the County Line for dinner, and the Dinner Belle for breakfast, they have great pancakes! I could go on and on about how much our family enjoyed our stay! Marti and Billy are great hosts, they made sure we got in and settled. They answered any questions quickly and assured us they were available if needed. Thank you Marti and Billy for being so helpful and accommodating to our family. We have created such great memories at this house! It was a pleasure. Melissa & Jeff
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eldaa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, quiet location

The property was clean and comfortable. The views were gorgeous. And it was in a location that allowed us to get to a lot of national parks and monuments. One thing to note, it takes about 20 minutes to get from the main highway to the house. So you want to be sure to group your in-town errands together!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

You can't get away any better than this. Remote, quiet, amazing night sky. The canyon view is breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and wonderful accommodations

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very nice. The location was amazing. Beautiful view of the Deloris River Canyon virtually right out the back door of the house and a short walk down a path to the rim. The bed were very comfortable and clean. We had issue with the fridge but after taking to the owners was solved quickly. Very happy with this place. Would definitely reccomend staying here to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy R., cayuga tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

spring break

great vacation place great views of dolores river canyon super location nice and quiet great people to work with on rental
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holcomb D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote quiet mountain cabin

A nice stop over between camping destinations. An experience for sure and four wheel drive recommended. Great for kids! The owners were incredibly helpful :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021