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Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views.

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Zapata

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A house with a wooden deck and a mountain view.
A kitchen with two sinks, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.
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A bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a vase with flowers.
A wooden deck with a view of a mountainous landscape and dense forest.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mosca, CO
  • Place, Great Sand Dunes National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Blanca Peak Trailhead
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mosca

Zapata stay.Your stay at this Zapata cottage places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Zapata Falls. Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center is within 9 miles (15 km) and Pinyon Flats Campground is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Great Sand Dunes National Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • San Luis State Wildlife Area - 11 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Blanca Peak Trailhead - 12 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Pinyon Flats Campground - 14 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oasis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Great Sand Dunes Oasis Restaurant - ‬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.

Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views.

Charming cottage nestled in a pinon forest. Stunning views of Great Sand Dunes National Park. 5 miles from park entrance. This is an amazing night sky area. Very relaxing atmosphere.

There is a full kitchen with complimentary coffee., Bring your favorite snacks as there are no close restaurants or grocery stores.

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 779 reviews
$121 nightly
The price is $135
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking or open fire. smoke in your car.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 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
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or open fire. smoke in your car.

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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. to the airport?

This cottage is 30.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. to downtown Mosca?

This cottage is 8.3 mi away from Mosca.

Minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Stunning views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house close to the sand dunes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at Barb’s place. It’s the perfect location within just a few mins of sand dunes national park and zapata falls. Barb’s home is clean, private, secure and pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is as advertised. Clean, host communicated very well, over all great spot bear the sand dunes
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful with very few neighbors around. The view is the Great Sand Dunes are stunning! Very clean cute place. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place! Nicely decorated, very comfortable, well-appointed kitchen, magnificent views, minutes from great sand dunes national park. Check in was easy, host was responsive and helpful. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property and wonderful host

Enjoyed our stay here 🙏🏼
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in an awesome location. It was clean, and fairly well acquit. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely stay and only 15 minutes from the dunes. House is all one level and there’s a chair in the shower (very accessible). Everything was very clean. In May we were greeted by hummingbirds every day. All needed toiletries were in the bathrooms and the kitchen is very well stocked with cooking supplies. Perfect place for a few nights at the dunes!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Really close to the park and in very peaceful place. Can’t see neighbors and completely silent and peaceful.Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Private & Close to the Sand Dunes

Great location. Clean, private, and very close to the Sand Dunes and Zapata Falls. Convenient to Alamosa. Barb is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best location

Fantastic location for the sand dunes. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property. Terrific host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Explore Dunes

Great location, facilities as advertised. Barb was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely little spot…

…spitting’ distance from both the Dunes and Zapata Falls. Comfy, private, and well-appointed. And very important to me: great host communication and an easy check in/out process. Thanks, Barb! You and your house were a pleasure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING LOCATION

This very private property has the best views of the Sand Dunes and is only about 10 min from the entrance to the park. We loved sitting on the deck with a cup of tea each morning. There is plenty of room for 4 adults and the kitchen was fully stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Sand Dunes

The property had a great view and lots of privacy. The accommodations were comforting and relaxing with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Communications with the host were friendly and questions were quickly answered. We are definitely looking forward to a return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and Quiet

We couldn't ask for a more tranquil home with an incredible view of the Sand Dunes which was an easy drive to get to, as well as to Zapata Falls.Barbara is truly a super hostess answering all questions quickly, reliably, and her home had everything we needed - including a flashlight to go to the Dunes at night.We would love one day to return here with our grandchildren!! Anyone who appreciates the beauty and serenity of nature should stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Almost Perfect

We were all very happy with the property and the Host. We enjoyed beautiful views and comfortable accommodations. Just a few suggestions: In smaller bedroom - drawer space, queen bed, something for hanging clothes in the closet. In the kitchen - 12x16 inch rimmed baking sheet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best Oasis

Barb's home was so comfortable. She put so much thought into every detail with more useful items than I would have thought to ask for. There were also fresh flowers that really put the cherry on top. The location can't be beat to enjoy the night sky and drive to Great Sand Dunes National Park. We loved stopping by Great Sand Dunes Oasis on the way to the park, but knew we were already at the best "oasis."
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in convenient location

I absolutely love this property. Great Sans Dunes National Park is a quick 10 minute drive up the road, which was the reason for our visit. What an easy drive!It was wonderful communication with Gail, she was so helpful and kind. She also has FRESH flowers in the home which you don't see anymore. The home was decorated beautifully and it was perfect for us. Everything was comfortable. I'd absolutely stay here again on my next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Location

Had a tight agenda and wanted to stay close to the dunes. The sky and view were incredible. Beautiful, comfortable home. The check-in process was a bit tricky for us as were were late arriving due to travel delays. You must be let in to a gated community and escorted to the house which is a problem if you can't arrive at a reasonable hour, but well worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Far from the madding crowds

The house was clean, uncluttered with well appointed art and comfortable furniture and it’s set in a very peaceful quiet location on the hilltop. Just stepping onto the porch and listening to the birds and wind slowed time and was very calming. Barb is a wonderful hostess and allowed an extra hour so we could shower after an early morning hike. This an excellent place for families who appreciate being in a safe quiet place away from shopping traffic and noise. Highly recommended and look forward to returning wife longer stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As close as you can get to Great Sand Dunes NP!

We had an amazing stay and were one of the closest homes to the park. House is very remote and secluded - I considered this a plus as we weren’t looking to go out to dinner, etc. Be sure to do your grocery shopping in Alamosa prior to arrival. Barb was super responsive and the home was clean and spacious. The back porch has perfect views of the mountains and sand dunes and the night sky is breathtaking with no light pollution! I highly recommend this if your looking for a quiet spot to get away for a few days to hike and explore the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location to the Sand Dunes and Zapata Falls

We had a great time visiting the Sand Dunes and Zapata Falls for our first time. The location of the house is excellent - only a 5-10 in drive to the dunes and Zapata Falls - and we enjoyed exploring around the property. The house was clean and well stocked, although we did bring all of our own food from home. Two suggestions for improvement - more towel hooks in the bathrooms for hanging bath towels to dry, and new/additional cookware. There are no sheet pans to cook anything in the oven and the skillet pans are old and damaged (non-stick coating is cracked and coming off). Otherwise the house is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025