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Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.

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A multi-story wooden cabin with large windows and a balcony.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window, and a door.
A rustic log cabin with a brick chimney, surrounded by evergreen trees and a wooden fence.
A stone fireplace with a mantel shelf, a clock, and a framed picture.
A cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by a natural landscape with rocks, trees, and a small Christmas tree.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Salida, CO
  • Place, Arkansas River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Salida Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery
    ‪20 min walk‬

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About the area

Salida

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Arkansas River and Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a fenced private garden and a Smart TV are also available. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions in proximity to this Salida holiday home include Monarch Ski Area and Mt. Princeton.
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What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Salida Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Riverside Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Cambodia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪High Side - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Office Bar - ‬3 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.

Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.

Have you ever been walking along in the woods and suddenly things are just different?
Good different. Greener. More alive. We call it Spruce Pocket. Spruce Pocket is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath ranch style home with a finished basement. We are about 2 miles from the amazing little town of Salida. The property is within 150 yards of the upper Arkansas River which is one of the premier white water rafting rivers in the US. This section of the Arkansas is also a Gold Medal Fishery. If you have a major league arm and the wind is at your back you can launch a rock from our spacious redwood deck into the river. The Salida Trail System is accessible within a mile challenging accomplished mountain bikers as well as road rookies. Chaffee County has the most 14000' peaks in Colorado. The master bedroom has a breathtaking view of some the most beautiful peaks of the Sangre de Christo Mountain Range. The house sits on 4 acres, but because of the proximity to an old 62 acre dairy, it feels like a whole lot bigger. We run our horses on part of the old dairy. If you bring your horses, our pasture gate accesses about 400 square miles of state and federal land. Then there is a 9 hole golf course about 2 miles away. If you are more civilised, there are some great art galleries in Colorado's largest historic district. Restaurants are good and a couple are great. Spruce Pocket is 22 miles from the Monarch Ski Area. It is also 82 miles (plus or minus) from Breckenridge, Copper and Crested Butte...pretty sure. The important consideration is that you never see I 70. The house is pretty cool too. There is a beautiful stone (real stone) fireplace in the family room and a large screen TV for those who are not into gazing into the flames. The master bedroom has those stunning views, access to the deck and hot tub and a tiled bathroom which is to die for. If you really like tiled bathrooms. There is a guest bedroom downstairs with its own bath. An "exercise room" is available for the gym enthusiasts. Spruce Pocket is beautifully landscaped. The hot tub is drained and cleaned after each group leaves. As a result, the tub is seasonal.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Golfing nearby

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please tell us a little bit about your group and how many will be staying.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • 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: 10
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.

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Salida every good thing those other mountain towns used to be.

Frequently asked questions

Does Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a jetted bath and a fireplace.

What makes Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be..

Is there a private hot tub at Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.?

No, Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be.?

There isn't one on site, but Salida Golf Club is a short 13-minute walk away.

Salida, every good thing those other great mountain towns used to be. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time staying at Tony's property, and we absolutely love it. Tony is a wonderful host, the house is spacious and clean, and the location is great for accessing the river and downtown. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is awesome! Lots of space for a group, close to town, beautiful views - everything we wanted for our weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tony is an excellent host! He is kind and responsive to requests .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tony is great!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everthing was amazing, would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very accommodating for a large group. The owner was very responsive to our questions and recommendations on activities and places to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient location, pretty view

Generous host, close to town, beautiful views from hilltop location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay and close to the places we went. Enjoyed being close to town but still close to nature and all its beauty. The views were incredible! Would highly recommend and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Spacious, comfortable and well appointed. Great for multiple families, 6 adults/4 kids. Clean and well maintained too. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location…comfortable home

Our family came from NC to explore the area and had a great trip and a comfortable stay at Tony’s place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication with owner. Nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a quiet location and within walking distance of town. Looked at the stars, listened to the geese flying by, watched the deer browsing (on the lilac!) in the front yard. Wonderful host and highly recommend this place for relaxation and peace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice home in a great location. We were comfortable and the views are great. Something one might want to know- there are no blinds on the windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great property and great location. We would have appreciated blinds on the lower windows in master bedroom. Also, the whole house was very dusty and needed a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Monarch, Salida, Ski Trip Getaway!

Wonderful getaway close to Salida and Monarch! Everything was organized, clean, and comfortable! We highly recommend staying and enjoying Salida!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would have given this property all excellent reviews but it didn't have air conditioning. I don't remember if it was listed or not. Probably my fault. We would use this property again but in cooler months.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Plenty of room for two families. The deck at night was amazing. Tony the host was just great. House was fully stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice weekend getaway for big group

Perfect for our large family gathering. Thoughtful ownership and management.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Grandparents / grown children and grandaughter had a great stay! Plenty of room/ close to town. Tony was very accommodating! Can’t wait to come back to Salida!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique, beautiful stay near Salida!

We really enjoyed our stay!! The property is great and there was plenty of space for everyone to hangout inside (and outside); the outdoor porch and fenced in yard area was ideal for sitting outside with our dog. Tony was great and met us upon arrival - would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location in Salida

Was a great place to stay near the center of Salida as well as the base of cycling climbs out of town. Lots of space in this house and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Salida

Nice property. Great views of the mountains. Close to salida
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice large family dwelling, very warm and welcoming and home feeling

Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025