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Secluded mountain retreat

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Dolores

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A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, a heater, and a view of a forested mountain.
A bunk bed with a rustic wooden design, a small bedside table, and a window with a view of trees.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with chairs, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a gravel path leading to the entrance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 26

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dolores, CO
  • Place, Dolores River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dolores

On river.At this Dolores vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dolores River and 16 miles (25 km) of Louis M. Jones Memorial Park. Rico Town Hall is within 20 miles (32 km) and Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum is within 32 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Dolores River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum - 31 min drive - 28.9 miles
  • McPhee Lake - 32 min drive - 29.4 miles
  • Trout Lake - 37 min drive - 34.3 miles
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 57 min drive - 51.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪colubine cottage - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded mountain retreat

Aspen View Lodge offers the perfect mountain getaway. Your Colorado retreat begins at this 8 bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental home in an adventure lover’s paradise - the Dolores River Valley. With 4,500 square feet of living space, this home base is perfect for group retreats and events, or just to escape with friends and family. Situated on nearly 8 acres bordering the San Juan National Forest, this is an ideal base camp to explore the Southwest. Located minutes from hiking, ATVing, 4x4 trails, biking, fishing, and hunting, this place has it all! Nearby Cortez and Telluride! Just across the road from the Dolores River! Ideal for family reunions and weddings. The arch and benches shown in the pictures is a beautiful area to hold a ceremony. We do have an additional fee to hold an event on our property. Our lodge can sleep 26. We are centrally located between Cortez and Telluride offering a wide variety of restaurants, shopping, museums, National Parks and skiing. Only 20 minutes from McPhee Reservoir, one of the largest bodies of water in Colorado!

Though easily accessible from Highway 145, this cabin is nestled in the woods and has a very private feel. Imagine exploring thousands of acres of national forest directly from the property, filled with pine, oak, spruce, aspen and abounding with wildlife. Watch the Dolores River wind through the valley. Fish on the river or hike up one of many nearby trails. Take a day trip to Telluride and enjoy the free Gondola in one of Colorado's most pristine alpine mountain towns (40 min away). Take another day trip to some of the best preserved ancient native american ruins in North America at Mesa Verde National Park (45 min away). Or just enjoy the mountain air and relax in a quintessential Colorado setting at the cabin.

Please be prepared, if you are coming in the winter, for snowy and icy road conditions. We have a very long, steep and narrow driveway. Four wheel drive and/or heavy duty chains are required if you are coming in the winter in order to make it up our driveway. If you have at least one four wheel drive vehicle in your group, you can use that as a shuttle and park the rest of your vehicles down below. Thanks for your understanding, we don't want you to get stuck!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • 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

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 6 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

Please don't use guns for sport anywhere around the property. Though it is pretty secluded, there are a few neighbors and the noise is disruptive.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 6 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 26
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 26. 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

Secluded Mountain Retreat Dolores
Secluded Mountain Retreat Private vacation home
Secluded Mountain Retreat Private vacation home Dolores

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded mountain retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.2 mi (48-min drive) away from the Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secluded mountain retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded mountain retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded mountain retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Secluded mountain retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded mountain retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded mountain retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Secluded mountain retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Secluded mountain retreat to downtown Dolores?

This vacation home is 18.2 mi away from Dolores.

Secluded mountain retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful place in a beautiful spot. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my family's sixth stay and we'll be back next year again. I can never say enough great things about this place and it just seems to get better and better with convenient additions each time. It's always very comfortable and sitting outside at the fire table cannot be beat. SO much room...too much for us, but we wouldn't want to stay anywhere else in Colorado. The host and property manager communicate perfectly and are always willing to answer questions and help when needed. This is definitely a 5-star stay if you love to relax in the mountains after either a day of fishing, or just sitting with a drink and chatting. See you in 2027!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

philip s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zac W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a winter family getaway in southern Colorado! Lots of bedrooms and kitchen is fully stocked with everything you'd need to cook for a large group. Wifi could be a little faster but added to thge charm and secluded vibe. And 40 minute drive from Telluride is a must!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paige b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was AMAZING! Beautiful and the perfect cozy cabin get away. Room for everyone and so much fun! Gorgeous views and you have everything you need!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Great place

We really enjoyed our time here. Quiet with the sound of the river in the background.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Selina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large home accommodated our wedding party and family nicely.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna was a great host! I took my children and grandchildren (23 in all) I wish we had been able to stay a couple days longer to explore.We had a wonderful time! Thank you Anna!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone loved staying here! Beautiful home and property. A lovely area for a serene wedding. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience and a great space. Perfect for a bigger group to stay together. However did have some little mouse friends join us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is exactly as described and beautiful! It was a perfect space for our family get together. Super great hosts, great communication. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! The house had anything and everything you could want for a family reunion! We only had 9 of us actually show up so we had WAY MORE than enough room. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

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

Family time

Gorgeous area tucked in the mountains, but not far off the main road. Close to Dolores, Cortez and Mesa Verde. Lots of room for a large family gathering. A trip to remember for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family reunion site

This was a great place to spend our family reunion! We all had a great time and the owners were very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th time at this property for a family reunion and we love, love, love it. We would go back again but our family now exceeds the maximum number of occupants. The scenery is gorgeous with pine trees and quaking aspens. The hummingbirds put on a show and are fun to watch. I used a Merlin bird identifier app and identified 16 different Birds.The kitchen is very well equiped with multiple refrigerators, cooking pans and baking sheets, cooking utinsels and anything you need.We did have a minor issue with the continuous water heating system as it functioned sporatically. Some people got cool showers, some warm and some hot. But the host was very responsive and had someone come to fix it the day we left. We didn't report the issue until late Friday afternoon and the remoteness of the cabin made it impossible to fix until Monday. But they did give us a very generous refund.We have made many lasting memories at this cabin and give it a 5 out of 5 rating. We highly recommend this cabin and the wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mixi R.

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

Great

Had an amazing stay, the house was an absolute dream loved it
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Normalea H.

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

Beautiful

We had our wedding here and it was absolutely perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marilee c.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We loved every minute
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

Nice getaway

This was a great mountain retreat. It had enough space for all the family and had adequate supplies for everyone. We all enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Beautiful summer getaway!

Manager was very helpful and friendly. Lots of area for kids to explore and play. Beautiful scenery, the river was great and just across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Beautiful getaway

This house is beautiful! A little difficult to get to in the winter with a big van but well worth the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Celeste H.

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

Simply Amazing

Had a wonderful time. And when needed manager was quick to response and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl W.

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

Great location

We had a great time at this property. Plenty of room for everyone. Very clean. Close to interesting places to visit. Owner and property manager were great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

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

Beautiful Property

Wonderful property, lots of room for our family reunion, great for kids. Owners extremely responsive and helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy S.

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

Another amazing stay

We had our wedding here a year ago and just came back to celebrate our first anniversary with family and friends. Could not recommend this cabin and property manager “more highly”. We love staying here and hope to make it an annual trip for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023