Title: Dog Friendly- Star Mesa! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Dog Friendly- Star Mesa! Cabin in Howard with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21705800/21705758/48502904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21705800/21705758/f24f6573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21705800/21705758/43ce5663.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21705800/21705758/325ecc88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21705800/21705758/f67e71f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience Star Mesa, a secluded retreat nestled in five acres of natural beauty with the Sangre de Cristo peaks and Arkansas River hills as your backdrop. Unwind on the front deck with a porch swing, take in the starlight at night or enjoy quality time with your dogs in the huge fenced yard. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dog Friendly- Star Mesa! Nothing compares to a vacation at Star Mesa with its peaks, pond and privacy, where five acres looks and feels like a thousand. The private pond and incomparable views of the Sangre de Cristo peaks and the Arkansas River hills make this a place you will return to again and again. Wildlife and amazing starlight are part of the scenery here. Star Mesa is dog heaven with a huge fenced yard. This beautiful log home includes: ~ two bedrooms, each with a queen size bed, and a much preferred inflatable queen mattress. ~ a kitchen built for entertaining with a large entertainment bar and an open living/dining area ~Brand new gas stove/oven ~ front deck with a porch swing and amazing views of the 'Twin Sisters' peaks, and a large covered back deck with views of the pond and hills beyond. 2 Well behaved dogs max All Pinon homes are "vacation ready" with a fully appointed kitchen, towels and linens. Hand, dish and shower soaps are provided, as well as toilet paper, trash bags, salt and pepper and coffee filters. Bring your own laundry detergent, paper napkins and toiletries. Pinon Vacation Rentals provides guest support from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 pm. All guests are responsible for reading Welcome Book “Check-In and Check-Out instructions. ~Max of 2 pets at $15 per pet per night; acceptance of the terms of the Pet Policy is required. ~Discover, Visa, MC accepted for payments. ~Acceptance of the terms of the Rental Agreement and all Rental Policies is ASSUMED at the time of reservation. Five to 7 days before arrival, check-in instructions will be sent to 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 other than in the driveway as access only, 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 minus a $125 Cancellation fee or a $75 Change fee if applicable. 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105800000/105791200/105791170/079ef504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Buckskin Joe's Cabin Howard - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $168 CA $432 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=105791170&PinnedHotelID=105791170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71409400/71409342/9a0806dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to cozy Cotopaxi cabin, just a quick drive away from Arkansas River Cotopaxi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=71409342&PinnedHotelID=71409342&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66904200/66904134/2b936cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Get Away From it All at Whiskey Rapids! 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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 ### Property is also known as Star Mesa Peaks Pond Privacy August Openings Howard Star Mesa Peaks Pond Privacy August Openings Star Mesa Peaks Pond Privacy Star Mesa Peaks Pond Privacy! Pet Friendly- Star Mesa! Cabin Pet Friendly- Star Mesa! Howard Pet Friendly- Star Mesa! Cabin Howard 38751 ## 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%7C38.40165%2C-105.83275&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5vXp47u-9d_K6190GwXkOcIfO34=) Howard, CO #### What's nearby - Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 5.9 km - Salida Museum - 24 min drive - 31.2 km - Riverside Park - 24 min drive - 31.6 km - Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 32.0 km - Salida Golf Club - 25 min drive - 31.6 km #### Restaurants - ‪Howard’s Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Eggie Acres - ‬7 min drive - ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Susie's Out-West Cafe & Steakhouse - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dog Friendly- Star Mesa! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Dog Friendly- Star Mesa!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dog Friendly- Star Mesa!? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Dog Friendly- Star Mesa! located? > Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Arkansas River. Cotopaxi City Park and Riverside Park are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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