Your Quiet Cabin in the Woods! Streamside Retreat Near Salida, Colorado

Howard, Colorado
$331 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Tucked along a year-round mountain stream near Howard, Colorado — just a short drive from charming Salida — this peaceful cabin retreat has been welcoming guests since 2008. Families and couples return again and again for the quiet beauty, cozy atmosphere, and unforgettable sound of Cherry Creek flowing just outside the windows. Be sure to read the reviews to see why so many guests call this their favorite getaway in the mountains.

Surrounded by more than an acre of woodedproperty, this secluded cabin is the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy Colorado’s natural beauty in every season. Sip coffee by the stream, read on the deck, watch for wildlife, or gather around for games and movies after a day of adventure.

The 1,200-square-foot cabin is thoughtfully furnished for comfort and relaxation. The smoke-free, pet-free home includes two bedrooms, one bathroom, and additional sleeping space in the living room with two futons — accommodating families, couples traveling together, or multi-generational getaways. Sleeping arrangements include two queen beds, two full beds, and two twin beds. The cabin has two exterior security cameras that focus solely on the two entrances, with one capturing the parking area.

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for family meals, holiday dinners, après-ski treats, or simple mornings with fresh-ground coffee. The dining table seats six, with additional seating at the breakfast bar.

Whether you are looking for outdoor adventure or peaceful mountain downtime, this location offers it all. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, fly fishing, white water rafting, horseback riding, zip lining, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and scenic drives. Guests also enjoy exploring the art galleries, restaurants, live music, wineries, and shops in nearby Salida, as well as day trips to the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park and Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.

Back at the cabin, enjoy badminton, books, movies, music, photography, mushroom hunting, or simply falling asleep to the sound of the creek outside your window.

Families with young children will appreciate the thoughtful extras, including books, toys, games, a Pack ’n Play with crib sheets, booster seat, and bathroom step stool.

This is truly a year-round Colorado escape — from summer adventures and fall colors to winter snowshoeing under the stars. Snowshoes are even provided for guest use.

Guests are welcome to reach out anytime with questions about the cabin or recommendations for enjoying the area. Additional photos and information are also available on Facebook at “Kriss Cabin Vacation Rental Home.”

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • 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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Soap Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Music Library Stereo Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: There Are No Exceptions. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Renee S.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    We loved our stay here! Tanya was extremely helpful and polite. The cabin was super clean and had everything we needed. We loved the sound of the stream and being out around nature. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Michael G.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Can't find the words to describe how great this place was. The cabin was immaculate when we got there. The host was there every step of the way for us and extremely kind. The place was in the mountains so the only thing you can hear is the creek behind it. It was amazing.

  • Patrick A.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    The host is great and genuinely cares about the experience of the guests! She’s taken great care to ensure that the cabin feels like home, from ample towels, purified water, quality dishes and cooking utensils, comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, cozy designing. The property is amazing! The cabin is cozy but big enough that you’re not tripping over each other, great star gazing, and zen inducing stream!

  • TODD M.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Very clean and well stocked home just a few feet from the river!

  • Charles g.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Very nice well kept cabin in a very quiet setting. Had an enjoyable time just relaxing.

  • Jenna L.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Beautiful cabin in the woods. The sound of the stream and the sway of the trees is just the relaxation we were looking for.

  • M Camila T.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is well maintained and has everything you need. The location is also good and there are a lot of fun activities close by. We would definitely come back.

  • Tim H.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    The cabin was a very nice getaway

  • Anna B.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Exactly what was needed for our family. We all enjoyed the sound of the creek while we were sleeping and eating meals. Everything is there that you need. Our sons also enjoyed playing us songs on the piano while we cooked each day. Host is extremely responsive and helpful. Beautiful drive from the cabin to Salida, is about 15min. We will be back!

  • Chris C.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Loved the cabin. Relaxing, great time.

  • Lisa V.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    We had an absolutely amazing time in this cozy cabin! This cabin was conveniently close to both Salida and Canon City! The location of the cabin was perfectly tucked away in the mountain and the trickling creek was an added bonus.

  • Brian R.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    We throughly enjoyed our stay. The owner/host goes above and beyond with her communication. If you want to unplug form the world it is the perfect place to do it.

  • Matt M.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Tanya's slice of heaven was just what we needed for a quick weekend getaway. The cabin is away from it all, easy to get to, and Tanya was super helpful and friendly. Kitchen was great for cooking, the cute little stream was a wonderful backdrop when sitting on the deck grilling with a few cocktails, and the drive to Salida offers many opportunities to pull off on the river and find a simming/fishing hole. We'll be back again!

  • Amy A.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay in the cabin. Quiet and surrounded by trees, we liked watching birds and butterflies while sitting by the stream. The cabin was very clean and comfortable, it had everything we needed.

  • Alison W.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    This is a very nice, quiet, peaceful cabin. The Arkansas River runs right in front and the rushing stream can be heard all night with the windows open. It's clean, offers a well-stocked kitchen, and more creature comforts than we were expecting. Great place to stay!

  • Rob E.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    We wanted quiet and remote. This place provided both.

  • Terri D.

    Submitted May 8, 2025

    Stayed May 5, 2025

    Really couldn’t have asked for a nicer, more peaceful place to just hang out for a few days. The morning coffee and evening chats on the deck while listening to the creek was priceless.

  • Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 25, 2024

    My family decided to go somewhere with snow for Christmas. This was the perfect spot. Glad we chose this area of Colorado because it wasn’t as crowded. The cabin is great. Family of 4 and there is plenty of room and sleeping arraignments. We enjoyed snow mobiles and tubing at Monarch Mountain. We did go find the hot springs one day. Mostly my girls enjoyed playing the Simpson’s clue game at the cabin. Tanya was easy to get ahold of for any questions. I can only imagine how perfect it is in the summer with the windows open and stream right there. Thanks for the great memories.

  • Ashley S.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 29, 2024

    Each member of our group commented on how clean the property was when we arrived. It was a perfect location to easily get to wherever we wanted while feeling secluded at the same time. Sitting on the deck and listening to the water in the creek was relaxing and peaceful.

  • Anita R.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    This was a fantastic home away from home! The location was magical along side the creek, the owner was helpful and friendly, and the home itself was comfortable and so awesome! Make sure to do a day trip to Salida which is a beautiful artsy town!

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