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Rapid Creek Retreat

Palisade vacation home in the mountains

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a large window with a view of the desert, and a sliding door leading outside.
A single-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a simple, modern design.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a dining area with a sofa and table.
A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, a sofa, and a yellow armchair.
A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, a TV, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Palisade, CO
  • Place, James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, High Country Orchards
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Junction Motor Speedway
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palisade

In Palisade .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park and Colorado River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Grand Mesa National Forest and High Country Orchards.
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What's nearby

  • James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park - 16 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • High Country Orchards - 23 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Grand Junction Motor Speedway - 25 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Colorado Cellars Winery - Rocky Mountain Vineyards - Colorado Mountain Wineyard - 26 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Colorado Mesa University - 33 min drive - 20.7 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Station - 31 min drive
  • Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Speedys Great Food Fast - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wine Country Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Palisade Pizza and Pourhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Maison la Belle Vie Winery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pêche - ‬14 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.

Rapid Creek Retreat

About this space
High above the town of Palisade, nestled in the foothills of the Grand Mesa, is the Rapid Creek Retreat. Surrounded by untouched public land you will experience the true gift of Colorado.
From the house’s mountain perch the views of the big sky can be enjoyed from sunrise to sunset and beyond for magical star gazing.
We planned for this home to be ours, every detail of this home was built with intent and love.
The feeling here is truly special.
We hope you enjoy it.

Sincerely,
The Busch’s
The space
This is a brand new house. Two main bedrooms and a bunk room. The bathroom has a beautiful large shower. There is a great patio that overlooks thousands of acres of untouched mountain. It’s all yours.
Guest access
All yours.
Other things to note
The driveway can be an adventure for some. It is a mountain road - a real Colorado experience. Any reasonable vehicle will make it up and down just fine but some folks may want to bring a change of underwear 😅. If that 1950s truck in the photo didn’t have a problem then your vehicle won’t either.
It’s not required, but if you have 4x4 please use it and also go slow to keep the road in good shape.
***During the winter months the road may become impassable and you may have to hike up the road to get to the house. This will be our first winter with the property and we are still sorting out the snow/snow removal situation.***

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Wine Country Inn Palisade
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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,005 reviews
$200 nightly
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Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 4:00 PM

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

  • No pets 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rapid Creek Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rapid Creek Retreat?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rapid Creek Retreat on Sep 8, 2026 start from $303, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rapid Creek Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Rapid Creek Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rapid Creek Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Rapid Creek Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rapid Creek Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rapid Creek Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rapid Creek Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rapid Creek Retreat to downtown Palisade?

This vacation home is 3.1 mi away from Palisade.

Rapid Creek Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really awesome place to stay. Super peaceful and beautiful setting. Wonderful house and great hosts. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

aaron p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a real gem in the cute little town of Palisade. The house is up a mountain, away from it all with spectacular views. We loved the back porch and views out the sliding glass doors. Kids enjoyed the hammock. Very nicely decorated and lots of kitchen tools for cooking. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful property surrounded by just as spectacular views. Short trip into town if needed or you can enjoy nature in peace. One thing to note is the gravel road up to the house can be intimidating for those who aren't comfortable with it but it's definitely worth the trip. Would 100% recommend and would come back to stay longer in a heartbeat
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

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

Palisade vaca

Amazing views!! So quiet and peaceful yet still so close to the city. The views of the stars at night were amazing. I’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an absolutely stunning home in a fantastic location and conveniently located to town, many hiking trails, and to Powderhorn. The home was stocked with the main essentials for cooking/baking and was beautifully decorated. The morning sunrises and star gazing at night are unremarkable. We highly recommend and looking forward to visiting again.
Star gazing from the backyard
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025