Boutique Hotels in Fremont County

Welcome to The River Rock Retreat, where you’ll recharge your life & create a memorable vacation on the river!Located in the picturesque town of Howard, Colorado, The River Rock Retreat offers world class fishing on the gold medal Arkansas River, with a 1,000 feet of private river frontage, stunning Sangre de Cristo mountain peak views, endless exploration on public land adjacent to the home, and lush landscape with old growth trees on a two tier setting - a nature lovers paradise!Bright and spacious open floor plan home with 2 oversized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 7 comfortably with room to spare. Views in every direction + easy access to the lively town of Salida, Colorado and all the area has to offer.Only 14 miles east of Salida, with art, festivals, shopping, hiking, swimming, concerts, bars and restaurants, theatre, golf, ATV/UTV rentals, and more nearby. A gorgeous 41.6 mile drive down river to enjoy the adventures at The Royal Gorge, and 46.4 miles to Canon City with its rich history, festivals, and even more shopping and dining opportunities.The River Rock Retreat offers…>2+ acre 2 tier setting with old-growth shade trees and native landscape with ~1,000 feet of private Arkansas River Access. Private guest access only, no public access (steps take you down to the river).>Clean and spacious 1970's home with 1,740 sq. ft., open floorpan, views from every window, and designer furnishings, finishes, appliances, and linens (home is on the upper tier of the property). >2 oversized bedrooms with one king bed and one twin bed in each (and a twin cot in one of the bedrooms for additional sleeping), private glass slider (entry/exit) out to front patio, views of rock outcroppings and garden, and large closets.>Wrap around deck with views of the Arkansas River, Sangre de Cristo mountain range, BLM rock/cliff outcroppings, garden, and wildlife (depending on the fullness of the trees, you may not be able to see the river from the deck).>AIR CONDITIONING. Excellent A/C swamp cooler cools entire home.>Fully stocked kitchen with eat-in island & granite counter tops.>Large dining room with windows to take in the river and mountains views, connected to the wrap around deck and hot tub.>Full-Size Washer & Dryer. Large laundry room with door to deck overlooking river and in-ground fire pit.>Sunken living room with 65" HDTV flat screen TV & satellite channels and marble surround wood burning fireplace.>Free internet. Free WiFi.>Hot Springs Spa Therapeutic Hot Tub. Listen to sounds of the river in your private spa. Cleaned and sanitized by a spa professional prior to each guest upon arrival.>Propane grill to cook your favorite meals while enjoying the lush landscape.>Fire Pit with a view. In-ground fire pit to enjoy views in every direction (firewood NOT provided, can be purchased at your nearest convenience store).>Multiple outdoor seating areas that take advantage of the outstanding views, peaceful setting, and sounds of nature.>1,000’s of acres to explore directly from property onto BLM (public land); hiking, mountain biking, dirt biking, ATV/UTVing, and more.>Secluded and quiet location. The river is between property and highway, the trees provide a feeling of privacy and seclusion (neighbors can be seen across the river while at the river and when near the house, depending on the fullness of the trees, you may not be able to see the river).>Certified Wildlife Habitat from the National Wildlife Foundation. The lower tier, adjacent to the river, is a Certified Wildlife Habitat. This distinction states that the property has food, water, cover, and places to raise young, along with sustainable practices to ensure soil, air, and water stay healthy and clean.>Vacation Ready! Well-appointed kitchen, towels, linens, soaps, toilet paper, trash bags, and coffee, everything you need (aside from a swim suit and food) to make you feel at home and get the most out of your vacation.Endless adventures in the surrounding area including, rock climbing, UTV/ATVing, hiking, horseback riding, hot springs, swimming, golfing, rafting, fishing, stand up paddle boarding, shopping, festivals, The Royal Gorge, Canon City, The Great Sand Dunes, Browns Canyon, Buena Vista, Leadville, stunning drives over Independence Pass, day trips to Crested Butte and other mountain towns, and so much more. THE most level/grassy/shaded ARKANSAS RIVERFRONT vacation rental in the area (no public access), at the end of a private drive. Gold Medal Fishing. Fish from your own private island. BLM on 2 sides. Hike, bike, fish, swim, raft, float, ride, directly from property. Far enough away to escape the crowds, yet close enough to experience adventures in every direction. Year round easy and level access.Your retreat awaits, book today! …All guests are responsible for following the House Rules and Check Out Instructions and accepting the terms of the Rental Policies prior to check-in. Owner has security cameras in place, on the exterior of the home, tampering with, adjusting, or messing with cameras is not permitted. NO PETS. Over occupancy of guests and unauthorized pets will result in $150 fee being charged to credit card on file. Failure to follow House Rules, including but not limited to, driving a MAXIMUM SPEED of 10 MPH on Mustang Trail, will result in cancellation at full cost to the guest. This home is rented for personal vacation use only. Any other use including large gatherings or parties is not allowed UNLESS PRIOR APPROVAL is given. Renters must abide by all rental terms and policies, as well as all local applicable property covenants, restrictions, regulations and laws. Any evidence of smoking, use of firearms, driving ATV's/UTV's/dirt bikes/etc. in the driveway or on the private road, unapproved over-occupancy, unauthorized pets, damage resulting from violation of rental policies, and/or excessive mess may result in charges up to $3,000.00 to the Guest's credit card on file, as authorized by Guest's approval of the terms of the House Rules, Check Out Instructions, and all other rental Information.No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:10 MPH ON MUSTANG TRAIL. No off-road vehicles on Private Drive, trailer your toys to your destination - please respect the neighbors, DRIVE SLOW!.No loud noises of any kind after 9 PM. The home is very peaceful and in a quiet location, please keep it that way.,No fireworks of any kind. No unauthorized guests. No unauthorized pets on the property. YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR ANY RULES/INSTRUCTIONS NOT FOLLOWED.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings.Maximum event attendees: 20,PRIOR approval & additional fees WILL APPLY.

Come experience mountain living at its FINEST in this spacious home at the top of Spruce Mountain. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the San Isabel Mountains from practically every room in the house or look as far as Pikes Peak while exploring the 32 private acres.This luxurious home is designed for your family or group to have plenty of space to gather together in the main floor great room around the warm stone fireplace, the oversized kitchen island, or in the basement family game room. You can prepare meals in a chef’s dream kitchen complete with granite counters and a double oven after a day of rafting, hiking, or skiing nearby. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for you to enjoy any holiday meal in the 8-person dining room or at the eat-in kitchen table. While this home allows you to relax in the peace and quiet of nature, we are now connected by Space X to their EXTREMELY high-speed internet as well as a cell phone booster, to allow you to stay connected as needed. This will easily let you to work remotely or continue remote schooling in a beautiful setting. What’s better than being able to social distance at the top of a mountain. Enjoy a glass of wine on one of the home’s two vast decks while watching the majestic sunset. Afterwards, make your way down to the fire pit to enjoy some s’mores as you star gaze into the astonishing night sky. The area is in the Dark Skies association so you will likely be able to see more stars than you have ever seen before Let the kids (or the kids at heart) have the sleepover of their dreams in the bunkroom and hang out with our house mascot Moosey. The kids can camp out in this double bunk bed room that sleeps four. This house would work well for a group of couples as the three other bedrooms all include comfortable king size beds. The home is located only 10 minutes from the U.S. top white-water rafting area in the Arkansas river. Enjoy a family-friendly raft trip with Arkansas River Tours or be adventurous on Class 5 rapids with the Rock-N-Row guides. Both of these highly-rated guide companies are conveniently located in Cotopaxi. You can enjoy a beautiful drive along the Arkansas River over to the Monarch Ski Resort. Monarch offers lower costs and significantly lower crowds compared to the ski resorts closer to Denver but has slopes for all levels from beginners to experts. Monarch is also known for being one of the most family-friendly resorts in the state. Don’t forget about the snow tubing park that Monarch just opened up. No matter if you are looking for an adventure of a lifetime or a relaxing get away, this home provides the amenities, location, and space to make it to happen. Our family loves to escape the hustle & bustle at this home, and we would love to share that with your family or group as well. We love that with just a short drive we can hit the ski slopes, hike the trails, enjoy a beautiful horseback ride in the mountains, or visit the Royal Gorge. Please let us know how we can accommodate your group in this beautiful secret area of Colorado.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).Max Size 40lb Max 2 pets -1st $125, 2nd addtnl $50.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 3-17.We have a great bunk room and family game room..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.Absolutely no smoking inside or out..About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.Absolutely no events or parties..

With a stay at this cottage in Canon City, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Fremont Center for the Arts and Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center. This cottage is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from Royal Gorge Bridge and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Arkansas River. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine, and you can also request a crib/infant bed (complimentary).

Indulge in a luxurious mountain retreat, just minutes away from all of Canon City's attractions. This home offers lots of scenic outdoor space as it's nestled on the edge of a bluff overlooking the 11-mile river walk. You can enjoy these views with the outdoor living spaces, complete with fire pits, heaters, outdoor dining, water feature, and a hot tub, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Arkansas River and surrounding mountains. Plenty of space to relax inside this modern home as well. Inside the home you will find a kitchen and dining area with lots of space for dinners and game nights. The first bedroom is close to a full bathroom and has two queen beds. The Livingroom offers plenty of comfortable seating and a new TV with Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+. The master bedroom has a private full bath and a comfortable king size bed with a large tv. The outdoors has a screened in porch and outdoor deck. You will find two additional bedrooms, living room, bathroom, and kitchen downstairs. This is perfect for all seasons of Colorado. Enjoy the gas firepit with the included smores kit or winddown in the hot tub with amazing views. Please let us know ahead of time if you will be utilizing the free electric vehicle charger in the garage.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.