Ridgway, Colorado
House, 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper Sofa Bed, 2 Baths, (4 adults max+2 children)
Approximately a 1/2 hour drive to Telluride's endless festivals, world class skiing, excellent restaurants, shopping, art, and much more.
This light and bright custom designed 1900 sq. foot gorgeous home which sleeps 4-6 persons comfortably (4 adults max+2 children) is located on 35 acres. Just 15 minutes from Ridgway off Highway 62 on the way to Telluride. Ouray is a quick 25 minute drive. Spend the day exploring this quintessential western old mining town with its world class ice climbing park.
Home to varied wildlife, this home lies at approximately 8500 ft. elevation amongst aspen groves and ponderosa pines. Watch the deer and elk through the spacious windows. Relax on the deck with a cool drink and watch the skies glow while the sun goes down behind the mountains. You will enjoy the 70 degree temps and cool mountain air in the summertime! Don't forget to bring your hiking boots and mountain bike. The 4.7 mile Whiskey Charlie trail passes through the front of the property. This former historic Rio Grande Southern Railroad is perfect for hiking and mountain biking.
If you climb up 300 feet behind the house, you will experience amazing views of the Mt Sneffels mountain range.
**During The Winter Months (Nov 1-May 1), The Roads And The Driveway On This Property Are Plowed And Maintained Regularly. NO EXCEPTIONS - A 4X4 vehicle is necessary for Winter Months with good all terrain tires in addition to chains or tire socks.**br>
Amenities are as follows:
*Spacious bright living room with a wood burning fireplace
*Completely equipped designer stainless steel kitchen with dual fuel range. French door refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher and knotty alder cabinetry.
*Upstairs master suite (king bed) with 3 sided gas fireplace and Satellite/HD TV in armoire. Full bath with dual sinks, whirlpool tub and HUGE shower with jets
*Bright guest bedroom with a separate walk-in closet and private showered bath.
*Cozy sitting/dining room with table
*Laundry room: washer/dryer and plenty of storage
*HUGE deck with a hot tub and patio furniture
Ridgway is the northern entrance of the scenic San Juan Skyway. An All-American Road which serves as a crossroad for commerce, transportation, history and scenery. The San Juan Skyway is one of the most spectacular roadways in the U.S. as it winds through unmatched scenery — it is a photographer’s dream.
Nestled in the picturesque Uncompahgre Valley and surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks of the Cimarron and San Juan Mountains, Ridgway is the “Gateway to the San Juans.” The movies True Grit and How the West was Won were both shot in the area.
There are many activities for families to enjoy while they are in the area:
During the summer, spring, and fall months there is historic/scenic driving, walking, hiking, biking, river rafting, kayaking, fishing, ATV and 4x4 jeep touring, hot balloon adventures, horseback riding, hot springs soaking, rock climbing, tennis (in Ridgway Town Park), and golfing (The Divide Ranch and Club on Log Hill). In addition, there is camping, boating, fishing, and walking in Ridgway State Park. Visit the Mesa Verde National Park cliff dwellings. Or take in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with its spectacular canyon views and cool Gunnison River waters just east of Montrose.
During the winter months, there is snow skiing, snowmobiling, snow shoeing, ice climbing, sledding, and much more.
Additionally, Telluride offers festivals almost every weekend of the summer season and has world class skiing during the winter months. Telluride has four waterfalls, the highest concentration of 14,000-ft. peaks in North America, and the most high-altitude passes.
Colorful hiking includes fields of wildflowers that begin to bloom in June and peak in July. Experience yellows, reds, and burnt orange color in late September and early October. Or take in the snow and serenity of the Rockies during the winter.
**NO dogs or other animals, including service and therapy animals, are permitted on the property due to life-threatening animal dander allergies of the host.
We had the most incredible stay!! We booked this adorable, homey, cabin to celebrate our elopement. It was the perfect location! The house is beautiful, spacious, and the perfect fall getaway! Liz was responsive, helpful, and such a gracious host. We loved sitting in the hot tub, walking around the property and enjoying all the amenities of the home! We could not have asked for a better trip and cannot recommend Sky Mountain Ranch enough!
If you’re looking for a beautiful home, outstanding views and solitude…….look no further. This gem is located between Telluride and Quray. Did some great hiking and enjoyed the hot tub afterwards. Home is just outstanding. Liz the property owner was just a text away, if we needed anything. We will be back!
We loved our three night stay at this lovely mountain home. Beautiful views just a walk away and we had numerous deer in the front yard one morning. The front deck area was great for morning coffee and an evening glass of wine. We were also able to easily get to Telluride and Ouray for day trips. Highly recommend!
We loved this house. Everything was as advertised. The home is beautiful secluded, and the location was perfect. We made day trips to Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride and to Mesa Verde. This home is in a perfect location to explore the area. We hiked the Blue lakes trail, which was about a 45 minute drive. It was beautiful. This is a great place to stay.
Good location, in the mountains 8000 feet! Lots of things to do and see around there... hiking, went to Telluride, Moab, Ridgeway & Ouray for sightseeing, jeep ride thru Arches Natl Park, horseback riding, dining & shopping! Great trip & we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks to Liz (owner)... Z.
We had a wonderful time. The house was exactly like the pictures. Everything you would need was supplied. Ridgway market was a full grocery store and about 20 minutes from the house with a beautiful scenic drive. Owners were easy to work with and went well above and beyond to accommodate our short notice. Can’t wait to go back!!
Perfect location if you like seclusion, nice home and nature.
What a beautiful, quiet and serene place to stay!!! If you want to go off the grid for a few days this is the place!!! Thank you for your lovely home and all the amenities you so graciously place throughout this property!!!
So peaceful and relaxing. We were lucky to see a beautiful snowfall. The house had everything we needed.
Property is better than the pictures. AWESOME. Everything you need and conveniently located to be within 30 minutes of most towns. Would certainly stay here again.
This is the best vacation rental we've ever stayed at! Sky Mountain Ranch is officially our favorite place to retreat. The home itself is beautiful and thoughtfully equipped with everything you will need during your stay. We had morning coffee and homemade dinners on the back patio which included spectacular views. The property is covered in wildflowers during summer and the starry nights from the hot tub are really something special. Situated between Telluride and Ouray (15 minutes from Orvis Hot Springs), we couldn't ask for a better location. Communication with the host is excellent and you can tell they want our stay to be as enjoyable as possible. We love this place and will be back for a 3rd time next year!
Centrally located between Ouray and Telluride. Lots to do or do nothing and enjoy the house! House is everything they said it was and more!
We had a beautiful three night getaway at this lovely home. Perfect distance between Ouray and Telluride. I would stay here again. :-)
This is a lovely property where the only sounds you hear are those of nature, but within easy driving distance to the action in Ridgway and Telluride. The house is beautifully appointed and very comfortable - and a cup of coffee on the porch is a fabulous way to start the day! Would definitely stay again.
Would absolutely recommend to anyone, even nicer than we expected.
It is without equal in the Telluride area
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