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Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat!

Buena Vista vacation home with kitchen

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A light gray sofa with patterned pillows, a window with open shutters, and a framed painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.
A single-story house with a front porch, a black front door, and a chimney.
A residential property with a gravel driveway, a covered patio, and a basketball hoop.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a built-in oven.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, CO
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Buena Vista River Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Buena Vista

In Buena Vista .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Arkansas River and 2 miles (3 km) of Buena Vista Heritage Museum with a stay here. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Buena Vista River Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Buena Vista River Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cool River Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gunsmoke Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee Co - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Buena Viking - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jan's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat!

BBQ Ready | Chiminea Fire Pit | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee | Close to Restaurants

Experience the laid-back vibe of Buena Vista at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental home just a half-mile from Main Street. With Rocky Mountain views, mountain biking right out the front door, and several Colorado 14ers nearby, 'La Casita Buena Vista' is the perfect base camp for your next adventure. After your outdoor fun, serve up a BBQ feast and s'mores while the kiddos and pets safely play in the fenced yard.

-- THE PROPERTY --

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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV, DVD player, movie library
- Board games, books
- Rocking chair, dining table

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Fully fenced yard
- Chiminea fire pit, gas grill
- Covered patio, patio furniture, air chairs
- Rocky Mountain views

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, Crockpot, toaster oven
- Drip coffee maker, kettle, spices
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics, knife block
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Window A/C unit, central heat, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer, linens, towels
- Laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- New cleaning crew as of July 2024

FAQ
- 3 exterior security cameras (facing outward)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Fireplace (decorative only)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home
- 3 steps required to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Free street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Near hiking, fishing, mountain biking & hot springs
- Walk to Cottonwood Creek
- 0.5 miles to Arkansas River
- 0.7 miles to local restaurants
- 7 miles to Cottonwood Hot Springs
- 146 miles to Denver International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $125 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 3 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This property has a new cleaning crew as of July 2024
- The fireplace is not available for guest use
- This single-story home requires 3 steps to enter
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry and 2 additional exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located by the front door, and another is by the back door, facing the outdoor entrances. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound while guests are in residence

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Fully-fenced
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 3 pets are 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 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

465089

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! to the airport?

This vacation home is 83.5 mi (102-min drive) away from the Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! to downtown Buena Vista?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Buena Vista.

Private Yard, Walk to River: Buena Vista Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Lori K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything we wanted to do, so it was very convenient.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Great vacation!

It was a great location so we were able to see a lot of Colorado. All of the trails in the area were great too!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

May Stay

My sister and I had a great experience at this location! It was very comfortable and in a great location close to everything. The beds were especially comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

BV Stay

It was clean, great location. Great for dogs. Toys for the kids. Our most favorite place to stay in BV.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house about a mile from Main Street! Probably a little on the "tight" end with 4 adults, 2 teenagers, and 2 kids, but that wasn't the fault of the house! The pictures and amenities were accurate and exactly as described, we would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri A.

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

Great home and property

We enjoyed our stay. The location is easy to find and convenient for getting around the area. Great fenced backyard for haning out and for our dog to explore. Kitchen well stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals. Plenty of space for the five of us that stayed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

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

Pleasant experience

The location is very close to every place you want to go. We enjoyed our stay. Nice back yard and dog friendly. ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette P.

The property is conveniently close to downtown Buena Vista and to hiking trails. The house was clean and well stocked with all we needed. Backyard was perfect for hanging out and the dog enjoyed it too. Communication with the property manager was prompt and all questions were quickly answered. Great place to stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Everything you could ever want!

The house’s kitchen was extremely well stocked! There were toys for the kids to play with and a big fenced backyard for the dogs to play in. And clean! Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Vacationer

The owners went above and beyond to make their house our temporary home. We’re planning on returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

A Fine location

The property was as described. Basic kitchen and bathroom supplies were stocked.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katie G.

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

Hot springs family vacation

We had a great time. Great location and comfortable. There were times the temperature was a little cold in the house and the lighting in the kitchen is dark at night. Otherwise very comfortable with a well stocked kitchen and great backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven A.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Buena Vista hunting trip

Average
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Just as described

Nothing was wrong whatsoever with the residence and everything ended up being 100% as described
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Simply perfect

This sweet little home served our family with a whole lotta heart. We were able to walk to town, and to the Midland Trails across the river. A three minute juant to yoga, coffee, excellent food, the hearty little stream that runs alongside town. The fence in the back yard made it "the pick," on behalf of our furry family members, who enjoyed mountaineering for the first time ever. Will certainly book this place again. Thank your for the warmth and hospitality we felt in your home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerilyn W.

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

Perfect for families!

We came to BV to spend time with our older daughter and her young children. We'd hang out there and it was perfect. My granddaughter loved all the toys and that there was little kid plates and forks. The only thing missing was a highchair. My only complaint is the matter is double and not a queen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

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

Wonderful!

Very conformable property with the kids and dogs. The kids beds and toys were a great touch. The back yard and swings were delightful. I very clean, well maintained property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shawn M.

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

Everything we needed

Four of us used this house as a base to go to the mountains for camping, hunting and fishing. It worked out great for us, the only cons were limited parking and the house could use a little more lighting. Other than that it was great
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jonathan L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Small house in Town

This is a small house and is fine if you need a small place for your family. It is listed as a 2 full bath. That is not correct. It has one full bath and one half bath. We had 8 adults using one shower and that became a little frustrating. Also, the house was not cleaned when we arrived. I called our contact who took care of it right away which was helpful but nothing was disinfected just the towels were picked up off the floor and the beds were made for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022