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High Mountain Getaway

Cabin in Nathrop with kitchen and patio

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Escape to The Rarus, nestled in the San Isabel National Forest at 10,800ft. Ride your ATV or dirt bike right from the cabin and enjoy off-grid living with hot water for showers and dishes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

High Mountain Getaway

The Rarus is located 3/4 of a mile east of the continental divide at 10,800ft in the San Isabel National Forest on private property. The property is fully off-grid but we do have hot water for showers and dishes. There is no cell phone service at the cabin. Internet is available for emergency use only. We are remotely located and require a high clearance 4WD vehicle to get down our steep and rocky driveway.

Ride your ATV, UTV, or dirt bike right from the cabin. If you would like to get away from it all, this is the place for your ultimate mountain vacation.

Please Note:

*There is a caretaker that may come to check on the solar system but only if needed (which is rare) and we will let you know in advance.

*The pictured hot tub is not included in the rental.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,152 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: If additional cleaning is needed, we may add fees.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

High Mountain Getaway Cabin
High Mountain Getaway Nathrop
High Mountain Getaway Cabin Nathrop

About the neighborhood

Map
CO, Nathrop

What's nearby

  • San Isabel National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Elmo - 15 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Arkansas River - 31 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Buena Vista River Park - 39 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 44 min drive - 41.6 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 105 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is High Mountain Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at High Mountain Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Mountain Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is High Mountain Getaway located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from San Isabel National Forest and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from St. Elmo. Agnes Vaille Falls and Hancock Ghost Town are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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High Mountain Getaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., Woodland Park, CO 80863

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

Beautiful views and comfy beds

After 2 nights we wished we could have stayed longer. The driveway is no joke as far as needing 4x4 high clearance. Beautiful cabin and we are grateful to have stayed there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber M., Enid, Oklahoma

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

Mountain Oasis

We stayed here for 5 nights, beautiful!!! The house was clean and had everything we needed. It is tricky getting up and down the drive way but we knew that going in. Can’t wait to go back and stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna Z.

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

Peaceful getaway

My friends and I were looking for a peaceful, quiet getaway for Fourth of July and boy did we find it! We absolutely loved staying at this cabin Southwest of Buena Vista. We hiked, had endless conversation out on the front porch while listening to the river, sat in front of the fire… It was amazing! Such a great place to get in some really wonderful hiking with beautiful views and not too far from civilization where you can catch some white water rafting. We love the peacefulness. It is super remote! But Erica was generous enough to meet us on the road and guide us into the cabin. So helpful! It’s also not so far that you can’t get to things easily. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin- Perfect for off roading, not for privacy.

This property unfortunately was falsely advertised. A beautiful cabin and yes remote, but there are 4 camp sites surrounding the cabin, so not nearly as secluded and private as we expected. If no one is staying in those campsites, you may have a better chance of being alone but no blinds in some rooms in the cabin so it felt awkward. Hot tub was not working and was shown in pictures on the listing. Needed to boldly state this was out of order. We chose this spot thinking we would be alone and unfortunately that didn’t end up being the case. Better fit cabin for families or large groups who could rent as a whole. Great for ATV’s and good hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Tonia G.

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

Off grid and high clearance 4x4

This cabin suited us pretty well. The log cabin with rock fireplace had the exact look we wanted. It was out of town and in the mountains and in the middle of nature like we wanted as well. We were only bothered a little by the off grid part…generator had to be used a few times to supply enough power and water for our group of 6 adults. The evenings were long with only having the provided dvds to watch and no internet service. That would be a huge plus if internet and TV would have been better, but we were warned of that when we booked. A hot tub was onsite, but we weren’t able to use it, bummer as well. Cabin was conveniently located near trails for us to ride our side by sides. We never moved our vehicle the whole week, we were able to find enough trails for the whole week, but they were very rough and not what we expected. We won’t go back to this area again, because of all of the big rocks on the trails. But, we did see a ton of wildlife which was fantastic! We saw several moose, elk, mule deer and even a few mountain goats! Very cool! Our on-site host was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colby R.

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

Whoa… Amazing!

The place is amazing! Absolutely loved our stay here. It’s very remote and take a while to get to but it’s 100% worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JT M.

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

Incredible

The cabin was very clean with all the amenities. It was much nicer than I expected. The hosts were very friendly y and very accommodating. Would recommend to everyone. We will be coming back Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Amazing in every way

Absolutely my favorite place out of 100s of vrbo properties stayed in. Gorgeous, homey, ultra private, comfortable, just fantastic. Would buy it in a minute if for sale. A+++
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great secluded haven!

Amazing little cabin! Would recommend stopping before and bringing groceries with you. A little bit of a drive up the mountain but still terrific and awesome experience. Host was so helpful and kind!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Mountain Stay

We enjoyed our stay. The driveway was just as she told us and we were glad we had a 4 wheel drive. It rained every day until the last day; wish the sun would have shone a little more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Great place to reset and relax

I booked the cabin for a family relaxation and reset vacation. We brought UTVs to ride trails. We were able bring our 4x4 pickup and car trailer down to the property without an issue. The cabin was perfect! We had plenty of room for two adults, a teenager and two kids. We brought our food ahead of time, per Erica’s advice and used the grill a lot. The kids explored and loved the hammock! In the evenings we watched the chipmunks and deer, and played board games. Manette was wonderful, she helped with any questions we had and had great stories about the area and history of the cabin! Would love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Greatest Place on Earth

I've stayed here many times over the years and it's just awesome. Period. Make sure you understand where it is and how the roads and driveway, off grid etc is before you go and complain, if that's not what you want, find somewhere else...if it is, there is no better place I've ever been.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brianna M.

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

Remote but fun

The cabin is awesome. It takes a while to get there, but it is worth the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

35th Anniversary

Beautiful remote mountain getaway! Awesome log cabin on river. Owner said we should see a mouse during stay, and we did— crossing the creek one morning right outside our cabin! Awesome. Also saw fox, deer, rabbits and chipmunks. Great trails for ATVs and Jeep’s to go exploring. Manette, our host, was so sweet and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay so much. As another reviewer stated, bring your supplies as trips into town are not just a jump into the truck and be there. It’s a good hour trip on mountain roads. Salida is well worth seeing though. We had a great day trip there. The elevation is very high, about 11,000 feet. Hard for us lowland Texans to do a lot of hiking, but enjoyed all the beauty from our Polaris and cabin porches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony O.

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

Excellent property and first class service.

We wanted a truly “get away from it all” experience and this property did not disappoint. It is totally off the grid but with most of the amenity of daily living. We enjoyed our stay immensely and plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Wonderful Secluded Cabin

Our family had an amazing time at this property. Description was on point. The property was secluded and off the grid but had all the comforts of home. We stayed with three small children who enjoyed the small streams and calm area of the river. The host was friendly and respectful. We enjoyed her wonderful stories about the mining history of the area. The property manager was easy to contact and responded quickly. As mentioned in the description, the driveway is steep and rocky but there is a large area at the top park a trailer and ride your UTV in. We hope to come back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Stunning, super clean, A+

Have stayed here many times, what an amazing place. Views, wildlife, location, privacy... Has it all. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Russell G.

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

Off the Grid

Incredible cabin/home that is truly off the grid. The house is amazing and the location is ideal for a quiet get away. It is worth mentioning that the drive into Buena Vista or Salida is a little over one hour. Amazing place, really cool experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terri S., Dallas, TX

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

Gorgeous place

This is my second stay here and I’ve loved it both times. It’s remote and quiet. Great learning experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John Hillin H.

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

Heaven on earth

My husband and I have been coming to Colorado for many years on vacation. The location and cabin were by far the best we have ever found. The creek running right beside the cabin was gorgeous. You can lay in the bed and star gaze at night and then wake up and watch the deer. We will be back next year! The cabin was very nice and had great views from every room. A perfect place for anyone who wants to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020