The Call of the Water - Private luxury cabin on river in San Juan Nat Forest!

Dolores, Colorado
$271 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Positioned on 10 acres on the West Dolores River with 450 feet of river frontage and surrounded by national forest, the options are endless:

• Fish for beautiful trout right out your door
• Hike/hunt in the USFS land adjoining this property on two sides
• Kayak the river during the spring melt
• Paddleboard at McPhee reservoir
• Inner tube during summer
• Visit nearby Farmer's Markets
• Mountain bike the premier nearby trails
• Enjoy the fire pit and watch hummingbirds
• … and so much more

Your call! This well-loved, river-front cabin can be your place to get away from it all. We invite you to get active, sit in the Adirondack chairs and enjoy the view up or down our valley, or both!

Located where the Aspen begin to grow, the property is nestled in the valley of the river and positioned conveniently near mountains and desert. Durango, Telluride and the Four Corners are all about an hour's drive. Fish the recently improved habitat of the West Dolores River on our property. Hike nearby trails like Bear Creek, Lizard Head, or Hope Lake. Mountain bike at Boggy Draw or Phil's World Bike Trails. Experience Mesa Verde and Canyon of the Ancients nearby. Immerse yourself in nature, watch wildlife, and fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the river just outside your bedroom window. Unplug and unwind in our little valley.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • 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) Deadbolt Lock 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 Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Energy-saving Switches Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Visual Alarms In Hallways Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Patty S.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2026

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    We absolutely loved the cabin. The view was amazing and it was just so beautiful and peaceful. My idea of heaven.!!

  • Dianne M.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 8, 2025

    The cabin was very comfortable with everything you would need for an enjoyable stay. All the amenities were first class.

  • Mike M.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    We had a great time at this cozy, tucked away cabin. It has everything we needed and is the perfect place to get away from it all, with an amazing host. Highly recommend!

  • Kristian S.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    This place is exactly what you anticipated in the photos. The home was extremely clean and welcoming. The ambiance of the property is breathtaking. A must visit if you’re looking to just get away and relax.

  • Kevin W.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Great place to stay and be able travel to any nearby places you desire to visit. Quiet, somewhat secluded, very clean, updated interior with rustic appeal. Would recommend for anyone wanting a river front/mountain access getaway experience.

  • deborah m.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    We loved it, we wish we could stay longer.

  • Lloyd G.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    We loved this place!! Exceptional location n owners!!! Had a medical emergency and they were great to help!! River was a little low but expected, still beautiful

  • Tammy B.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    Home was just as described! Perfect home right on the river with all the amenities of home! The bed was super comfortable and the kitchen had all the items needed to prepare a meal. Great coffee pot too! If you are looking for an intimate secluded home on the river this is it!! Great communication with the owners too!!

  • Sharon R.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    The hosts were amazing in anticipating our every need. The place exceeded all expectations the best we've ever encountered. Cleanliness, accommodations, extra little things, location, the streamside, the great cabin, and the comfort.

  • Dana P.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Charles was so kind to reach out to us to inform us of a fire that was active in the area and giving us a link we could download to track the fire's activity. This was all provided prior to our week long stay giving us an opportunity to cancel should we feel uncomfortable at any point with the fire being in the vicinity.The cabin was so charming. There were several upgrades made to the interior of the cabin which was greatly appreciated. However, the rustic feel of a mountain cabin was left in tact. The host's were very mindful to organize and label everything so whatever you needed was easy to find. They had a sitting area near the window where we spent a lot of time enjoying the view of the river and mountain side. I really enjoyed having my coffee there in the morning. Speaking of coffee; several coffee brewing options were provided including a fully stocked caddy of K-cups and a coffee grinder. I thought that was very generous. We cant say enough about the property and how beautiful the setting was and how serene and peaceful it was. A perfect place to forget the hustle and bustle of our day to day routines. We would love to come back here sometime in the future.Thank you Charles and Amy for your hospitality and the little touches that made this experience so special.

  • Maurine R.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Quiet, serene location with lots of beautiful trees and river frontage. The cabin was unique and perfectly maintained. We enjoyed watching little chipmunks and lots of birds from the spacious windows facing the river. We hope to return someday.

  • Leslie T.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    View from inside the cabin was amazing. We had a few hiccups, we were unaware there was absolutely no cell service at the cabin so we couldn’t get into the cabin. However the owner has a ring camera and we were able to get right in. So just be more prepared than us and have the check in process screen shot. Once in and on their Wi-Fi you’ll be good to go! They gave great recommendations for things to do and were quick to answer any questions.

  • Krista M.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    Our stay was wonderful! The cabin is exactly as it's listed, so cozy! And I believe the bathroom even had heated floors!

  • Vincent B.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2024

    Stayed Nov 10, 2024

    Good. Very cozy and comfortable. All the convenience of modern life.

  • Janice D.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Sep 22, 2024

    Cute little cabin right next to the river and mountains. Beautiful location! Good communication from the host. It was great!

  • Kimberly D.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    Property was a cute cozy cabin with enchanting views. The area is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

  • Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2024

    This property was exactly as described, wonderful property.

  • April R.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    My two teenage kids, my husband, and myself had the best time staying in this little cabin by the river. Everything was so clean and well stocked. We felt so comfortable in this cabin and we were in awe of the view out the windows. My husband is a contractor and noticed how well built the cabin is and loved the architecture of it. We couldn't have been more pleased with our stay.

  • Steve W.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 23, 2024

    Cabin location and layout is perfect.

  • ron d.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    Nice quite location

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$271+
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