14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch

Cortez, Colorado
$123 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 4

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Night 2 nights

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Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Fenced-In Pet Area | Gas Grill | 4 Mi to Downtown Cortez

Experience the charm of country living at its finest at ‘Podunk’s Ranch’! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath house sits on a peaceful 40-acre ranch—perfect for small groups looking to unwind in Colorado’s wide-open spaces. Hike through scenic Hawkins Preserve, then kick back as cattle roam nearby and the stars put on a show in the clear night sky. It’s the quiet escape you didn’t know you needed!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed, 1 twin floor mattress

MAIN FEATURES
- Dining table
- Private backyard, outdoor seating
- Gas grill

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, blender, toaster
- Cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Washer & dryer
- Free WiFi

FAQ
- No A/C
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 2 steps to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Small RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- 14 miles to Mesa Verde National Park
- 40 miles to Lone Mesa State Park
- 11 miles to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
- 8 miles to Phil's World Trailhead
- 62 miles to Durango-La Plata County Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- Pets must be leashed when outside due to the rural area and cows
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 2 steps to enter
- The property is not equipped with air conditioning
- This property sleeps 3 guests in 2 beds, with room for 4 total by using the twin floor mattress

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • 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: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Jeremiah P.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 4, 2025

    We had everything we needed. Great place

  • Lesli A.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    The house was clean and had everything we needed.

  • S K.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 29, 2025

    Our hostess was so helpful and the property perfect for accessibility to the area.

  • Craig

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Quiet, clean, with beautiful landscape and dark nights. Hiking was close and the restaurants were universally great.The host was attentive and friendly - thanks Lanea for turning us on to your steaks.We will be back!

  • Stephanie H.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    The property was perfect for our needs! It was clean, comfortable, and inviting.

  • Shana

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    We had an amazing stay. This is the third time we have visited Podunk's so obviously we love it here. Our host is consistently available and helpful should we need her. We feel right at home, have everything we could possibly want or need in the home. We enjoy privacy and peace and have minimal travel to town. We enjoy the views and the livestock close by. We will definitely visit again and recommend this property and host to all travelers regardless of the nature of your travel. You will find it effortless to have the peace and comfort of a home when you stay here!

  • Melanie

    Submitted Jun 3, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Stayed here with my husband and 10-year-old kiddo. This is such a beautiful part of town. Wonderful little ranch with beautiful views. All the beds were super comfortable. Slept so well. Plenty of space for the three of us. Close to everything. We even met the owner on the way out and she was absolutely delightful. Warm and friendly. The pictures just don’t do it justice. Absolutely loved our stay here. Highly recommend.

  • Cindy M.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    Thank you. It was cozy, and the farm fresh eggs were a nice gesture.

  • Anette R.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    Nice stay right outside Cortez. Convenient and quiet!

  • Lisa M.

    Submitted Dec 25, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    A great place in a quiet area, conveniently located near our family’s home. Thank you for a great stay!

  • Family

    Submitted Nov 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    I enjoyed the location, cozy cute home, and curious cows! Thank you!

  • Chris S.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2024

    Stayed Oct 27, 2024

    This house was perfect for us. We were close to mesa verde and other Indian sites. The owners made it feel like a home. Very helpful and we enjoyed our stay.

  • janice h.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    We’ve been traveling a loop through the Rocky Mountains and enjoying the fall colors. We almost exclusively camped, and in October it got pretty cold. Then we went to mesa verde and took respite at this fine little house on a cattle farm. Made good use of the shower and laundry. The house was very cozy, bright and clean. Thanks so much!

  • Mona

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Our location to events for the weekend was perfect. This lovely little home contained everything we needed. Spotlessly clean and quiet quiet quiet. We were there 5 days and enjoyed all of them.

  • Lynne T.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    My husband and I loved staying at this house, and were so happy it was pet friendly! It was a perfect location to the Mesa Verde National Park, and surrounding areas! We enjoyed watching the cows and the Canadian Geese! The sunrises and sunsets were completely unobstructed, and were beautiful! We were able to meet the owner, and enjoy a cup of coffee with her. She's delightful! We were also able to purchase some of her beef from her ranch! BEST steaks we've ever had!

  • BRENDA

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This was a wonderful little house in the country. It was a quiet little house perfect for my Mom and I . We had the front door open during a beautiful rain shower. The fresh air and the sound of the storm were amazing.

  • Eileen

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This house is a wonderful spot to kick back and relax. I highly recommend it for anyone that wants a cozy clean country home to decompress from city life.

  • Brian R.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    This accommodation suited our needs for self catering ideally. It is clean, comfortable, well furnished and equipped with all our needs for cooking, etc. Location suited us well for visits to Mesa Verde NP, Durango and Silverton. Certainly a good place to stay and close to Cortez if one chooses to eat out.

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$123+
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