The Raven's Nest - Inspiration, Solitude, & Nature

Crestone, Colorado
$130 avg/night
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Bath 1

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Sleep 3

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Peaceful Mountain Retreat with Breathtaking Views!

Escape to serenity in this cozy studio apartment nestled in the Crestone Baca, just 6 miles south of the unique town of Crestone, Colorado. Ideal for a quiet getaway or a creative retreat, this remote space offers stunning, nearly 360-degree, views of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the vast San Luis Valley.

This light-filled one room plus bathroom studio apartment comfortably sleeps up to 2 adults, or 2 adults and achild, with a comfortable queen bed plus a twin hide-a-bed for extra sleeping space. Whether you're visiting for rest, inspiration, or to explore the natural and spiritual wonders of the area, you'll feel right at home here.

Inside, enjoy modern amenities designed for comfort and convenience, including:

Reliable WiFi for remote work or streaming

Air conditioning and heating to stay cozy in any season

A hair dryer and essential toiletries to lighten your packing

A thoughtfully equipped compact kitchen featuring a two-burner stove, compact fridge, microwave, Keurig coffee maker with coffee, toaster, and tea kettle—perfect for preparing simple meals or morning coffee with a view. You also have access to a propane grill. (No freezer.)

Step outside onto your private deck and be immersed in the natural beauty surrounding you. Watch deer grazing below and, if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of a coyote wandering through the brush. With the peaks of the Sangres rising over 14,000 feet dramatically to the east and the wide-open views across the valley to the San Juan Mountains, you may find yourself spending hours simply soaking in the magic of the landscape.

Whether you're hiking, sitting by a roaring creek, meditating, stargazing, or simply unwinding, this peaceful mountain haven offers a memorable stay in one of Colorado’s most unique and soulful regions. It's one of Crestone's most booked short term rentals.

Know also that though it looks like we are very close, as the Raven flies, to the Great Sand Dunes National Park, but a car cannot go that way. It's a 50 minute drive from the town of Crestone and 65-70 minutes from the Ravens Nest to the park entrance.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    At Least 10% Of Profits Reinvested In Community & Sustainability At Least 80% Lighting From LEDs At Least 80% Of Food Locally-sourced At Least 80% Organic Food Recycling
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Eco-friendly Toiletries Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Outdoor Pickleball Court Tennis On Site Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 3

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Rachelle

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 30, 2025

    Cute, cozy, clean, comfy, quiet! Great wildlife and star gazing from the deck. Had everything we needed, and Dian was so easy to communicate with. Bed was so soft and cozy. Shower was hot with great pressure. My only complaint is we didn't stay longer!

  • Jennifer L

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Working with Dian was an absolute pleasure and they were so helpful.

  • Matthew V.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    Misleading property listing description:1) The property is a tiny single bedroom loft above the owners garage; thus, this is not an entire home as described in the VRBO listing.2) The property is advertised as a 10 minute drive to Great Sand Dunes National Park, when it is in fact over an hour. After discovering these issues, I asked to cancel for a full refund. The owner did refund me partially, which then resulted in me spending several hours with VRBO getting the remainder of the amount I originally paid refunded. So, I ended up spending several hours of my vacation time just getting my money back for being misled by the owner. Hopefully this review helps others realize what they're getting into before they lose out like I did.

  • Jordan

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    Beautiful small private studio with absolutely incredible views. Wish the kitchen / burners were a little bigger, but you can’t have everything! Dian was an excellent host, very communicative & helpful as well. Would absolutely book again.

  • William M.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    Perfect two night getaway for 2. Beautiful views from the large windows on 3 sides of the space. Clean, comfortable, and relaxing.

  • Tom W.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    We had a very pleasant 2-night stay. We cooked dinner one night and had the supplies we needed. Rain prevented us from taking advantage of the deck, but we enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the busy little hummingbirds from the window. Really cute place we would definitely recommend.

  • Joseph G.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Beautiful location. Clean room. Kitchen had what we needed. Loved balcony. Driveway difficult to negotiate with luggage.

  • Edward M.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    The views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, both from the inside of the apt. and the balcony, are spectacular. The apt. was very clean and well organized. Comfortable bed, good shower, and kitchen equipped for simple meal prep. There were some disappointments: there was no freezer. Had this been mentioned in the listing, we would not have booked this. The host never made sure we had settled in after check-in.The only time we heard from her was the day before check-out. She informed us of the check-out time/instructions.Which was not necessary, as the listing threatens you with a bad review if you don't complete the required check-out steps.Despite these issues, we enjoyed our stay in Crestone, partaking in the nearby hikes, farmers market, beautiful scenery,and lovely drives.

  • Dan S.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Wonderful little place. Perfect getaway!

  • Stephanie P.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    It is in a noce community and the place was great and clean! At nigjt you could see the stars!Owners were responsive and kind! Thank you!

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$130+
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