Secluded Riverfront Retreat w/hot tub & private river access

Howard, Colorado
$485 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 7

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Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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 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 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!

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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.

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

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • 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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1740 Sq Ft (162 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sledding Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Evan

    Submitted Mar 30, 2024

    Stayed Mar 24, 2024

    Everything was in good driving distance. Skiing, snowmobiling and towns. Loved the area

  • Clint K.

    Submitted May 17, 2026

    Stayed May 14, 2026

    Great views

  • Yeah Y.

    Submitted May 12, 2026

    Stayed May 7, 2026

    We enjoyed our stay for the most part. The home was clean and well stocked with non food items. The coffee was coincidentally my brand and flavor of choice so that was awesome. Only complaint was the drains had an awful smell coming from them throughout the home and the price was too high in my opinion in retrospect.

  • Jessica C.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Mar 15, 2026

    We love this house. This was our second stay here … it’s cozy and comfortable and the hot tub and river are amazing. Thank you for letting us stay here!!!

  • j b.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    The home had more amenities than most. The hot tub was perfectly clean. The river access was amazing. Even caught a fish with a fishing pole provided (catch and release).

  • Akeyra B.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    This place is perfect for a girls’ getaway. It offers breathtaking views and a hot tub for relaxation. It couldn’t be a more ideal place to stay. Plus, it’s close to some local towns for shopping.

  • Drew H.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    Such a nice relaxing stay at a great Colorado getaway. We had a wonderful time.

  • Dee B.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    The house was beautiful and nicely decorated. It is an older home but very comfortable. We loved the location! River access and at the end of the road, so fairly private.

  • Traci P.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    We rented this as the groomsmen’s house for our daughter’s wedding at Howard Creek Farm. It was the perfect choice. The location is great, close to the venue and importantly, right on the river. The guys caught a crazy number of fish on each trip into the river. The house was clean, comfortable, a nice home. The guys had a great time. Lora and Mary communicate very well and are very kind. We could not have asked for anything more.

  • Abercrombie S.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 3, 2025

    Had a great time. Everything was exactly as said. The fishing was great in front of the cabin. Would highly recommend.

  • Todd C.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    We had a horrible experience with this property. As soon as we entered the home, we were met with a strong mold and mildew smell. The listing advertised HVAC, but instead we found only a very old swamp cooler in the laundry room with a single fan. The home was hot and uncomfortable, and the carpets were badly stained.Outside, the condition was just as disappointing. The yard was not maintained, and the long stairwell down to the overgrown yard had no handrail, which posed a safety concern. The supposed “river view” was completely obstructed by tall bushes and scrub growth over our heads. The only seating area was a long walk away and had a set of chairs that faced directly toward visitor cabins, offering no privacy or seclusion.We tried contacting the host no response was received further demonstrates bad faith.We left the property immediately because it was completely misrepresented in the listing and uninhabitable for our stay.

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    Very peaceful, lots of room, all the needed comforts of home.

  • Stephen C.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    Just a great property.

  • Kyle F.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Check in easy. House clean and well kept. Enjoyed the hot tub and the fire pit out back. Second time using this property, has good fishing access to the Arkansas for my elderly father.

  • Judy W.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    So well equipped. The space was excellent for 4 adults and 2 young adults. Exactly as described. Easy check in and everything very clean.

  • Peggy H.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Property is a great secluded get away!

  • Dan R.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    Great setting

  • Jan M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    The visit was so nice. The house had everything and lots of outdoor spaces with gorgeous views.We did find the beds overly soft. Otherwise, all was perfect.Thank you so much.

  • Ashley H.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Our stay at the River Rock Retreat was amazing. A nice house with all the amenities and access to the River from the back yard. It offered a secluded feel but still close to neighbors with a perfect view of mountains from the back porch. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for making our stay great!

  • Teri R.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Great location

  • Jodi M.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    The house was larger than I expected. Very nice accommodations. The star is the outdoor space. The access to the river is fantastic. You can wade out or easily fish from the banks. Outdoor seating everywhere. Though the house has other homes around it, it feels very secluded. The hot tub is private while trees have leaves. The firepit area is completely private. There are numerous outdoor ring cameras on flood lights but at least no large animals can sneak up on you. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Christopher C.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Great riverfront home. Caught 2 brown trout. Family enjoyed the hike and nice kitchen. Very close to activities in salida as well.

  • Rebecca M.

    Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    I brought my parents and 2 older sons for a getaway in the mountains. Everything was PERFECT. Excellent location, beautiful property and the host is an exceptional communicator. I would recommend this home to anyone looking for a peaceful mountain retreat.

  • Alex C.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Awesome property. The river access is great and loved the hot tub. Easy check in and clean

  • Cory B.

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed May 3, 2025

    My son and his wife stayed for 2 nights during their honeymoon and loved it! The hot tub was in good working order, the kitchen had everything needed to prepare a meal, the scenery was breathtaking and the neighbors were all courteous. Checking in went perfectly and they enjoyed the biking trails that were close by.

  • Jessica C.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    The location is beautiful and relaxing. The beds are seriously the most comfortable we have ever slept in! So many thoughtful touches like toiletries and towels, and an amazingly well stocked kitchen. It’s just a short (and beautiful) drive outside of Salida … we loved it!!

  • Matthew A.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Beautiful location and home! Perfect for a couple ski days at Monarch, exploring Salida, and relaxing by the river. Would gladly stay again!

  • Daria M.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    Our friends enjoyed this beautiful house and the property! Was perfect for a weekend getaway

  • Carol B.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    The photos don’t do the property justice, this was a really wonderful break, our boys and us really enjoyed our stay, everything was top notch. We will definitely return given the opportunity. Conveniently located for Salida but we had so much fun hot tubbing, skiing and fishing that we didn’t venture into Salida. Thank you so much for sharing your home. Carol & Ian

  • Megan H.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    This property was so awesome! The views, the hot tub, the river right out the door. We had lots of room to move around! The beds were great as well!

  • Ron Y.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    Had a great time ,very relaxing time and good fishing on the Arkansas River.

  • Ryan R.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed here after hiking a 14er and then went Mt biking in Salida. Wish we could have stayed longer at the beautiful location!

  • Carol R.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Very nice place. Exceptionally clean. Communication with Lora was excellent.

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