Tis the Season to stay up The Poudre! Hunt, Fish, Hike, Celebrate! 21-Z3031

Beautifully Wild is a truly unique home in Rustic Colorado. If you visited before you'll be excited to know that we have a new well! The home is quiet inside, but take a step on the porch and you will hear the river roar. Fully equipped home, set up to make things easy while visiting. Incredible stained glass to calm the bright mountain sunshine. Many treasured specimens will be seen, as we have brought the wild inside.
Enjoy quality and comfort along with interesting, cozy and comfortable touches. Easy access year-round allows for a quick weekend away that feels like a full vacation! Or just stay a bit longer; why not
So much to offer:
* Flyfishing choice waters
* Fishing/Ice-fishing high mountain lakes
* Hunting base camp (see house rules)
* Romantic getaways
* Rafting, kayaking, stone-skipping and water play
* Star-gazing - sit outside and see the Milky Way - more stars than you can imagine.
* Hiking, snowshoeing, & mountain exploration
• Christmas Tree cutting nearby
• Peace-of-mind / recharging retreat
• Family time!
• Perfect addition to your Steamboat trip!
• No matter what you love to do, we guarantee there is something for you.
The cabin is not a party place & due to county occupancy regs, we can only allow four (4) guests which also helps keep it so special, private and nice.
The clean mountain air is crisp and refreshing. The river takes your worries away.
The canyon's curves remind of the importance of slowing down & enjoying the ride!
Your stay will be memorable and unlike anything else.

Pack a picnic, drive to the Continental Divide, fish, visit a crystal-clear lake & fal in love with the Rocky Mountains! Drive a dirt road, take a hike (none will disappoint) & get away from it all! Or do nothing & simply catch up on rest, reading & peace & quiet. All the modern needs, yet you'll feel grounded with the earthy tones. The cabin will soak you in!
Located at mile marker 90 this private home offers two lovely bedrooms with darkening shades. Kitchen has everything you need except the food. Open and spacious living area, loft for reading, playing games or getting a close look at local wildlife mounts displayed with thoughtfulness and tact.

May you find The Poudre Canyon to be an incredible area to visit again & again.

• Altitude, Hydration & Preparedness – High altitude 7200’. CO air is dry & altitude sickness is real so please adjust slowly & be aware of your fluid intake. Prepare for all types of weather. Water, snacks, rain gear, layered clothing, good socks & shoes (hiking boots) & basic survival kit are vital. Even if it looks nice, CO weather is ever-changing. Hypothermia & lightning are serious. Watch weather forecasts.
• Frig - Water & ice maker are not set up in the refrigerator. Pack a bit of ice in your cooler, it's pricy at local convenience shops. (ice cube trays available too)
• Water heater - On-demand, don't change main temp.
• Clothes Washer & Dryer - please do not overuse or overfill & always empty the lint filter
• Coffee - Standard maker & grinder available. Empty grounds in garbage; never down the sink! A bit of coffee may be available but best to buy coffee in town.
• Dishwasher - Feel free to run the dishwasher before departing. Detergent is provided.
• Garbage disposal - only allow minimal items to go down the drain, even with the disposal. Please put everything, including all food items in the garbage. Do NOT put any grease down the drain. Please let grease/oils solidify and then add to the garbage. Run disposal with water. Run a time or two during your stay.
• Septic - pee, poo, TP only in toilets. Wipes, baby and female products must be disposed of in the trash. Clogs may add extra charges.
• Un-plug small appliances (toaster, coffee maker/grinder, floor lamps, etc.) before you leave.
• Shower - glass MUST be squeegeed after each use. Simply 4 stripes down will do it. Very difficult to clean once the spots dry!
• A/C installed 2024 to save the windows from damage – Unfortunately some windows open well, but some have troubles, so please do NOT OPEN the windows. Do not sleep with bedroom windows/doors open, as it may be temping for bears, critters, etc to enter unwelcomely. Ceiling, desk and floor fans available.
• Heater - the heat will be adjusted to a moderate temperature prior to your arrival. Note that heat rises, so sometimes the loft can be pretty warm while the main floor bedrooms will be cool. You may turn the thermostat fan to 'on' to add to the airflow.
• Garbage - Do not leave garbage (or coolers or any food) outdoors as you will attract bears which will cause problems. Guests of the home can use the dumpster up the road - - on the left before you get to Poudre River Resort you will see a driveway to a house with a red roof that has a graffiti painted dumpster. This is for guest use only and it’s bear-proofed. Please do not leave garbage in the home when you check out.
• Dirty linens/bedding – It’s so nice when guests strip the beds and leave the sheets piled by the washer. In respect to the environment, septic system, time for cleaning, etc. please only dirty what you truly need to use. Bath & kitchen towels are best left hanging so they can dry rather than piling them up.
• Staying in contact with the rest of the world (if necessary): * Phone - there is no phone provided at the home. Verizon customers seem to do best. Wi-Fi is available which offers several options including Facebook calling, etc. (please explore prior to your trip). Pay phones are available up and down the road * WiFi and internet have been strong. Remember your laptop, and also camera, binoculars & outdoor equipment. * TV - Roku & DVD player available for your use while resting on the really cozy couch! Movies and games are in the back hall closet.
• Emergencies - 911 will connect you with local volunteer responders. The nearest hospital is Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins. Ambulance and helicopter response is available as necessary thru 911. If phones do not work, run up canyon to convenience shop as many community members are EMTs. Or visit the fire station (less than 2 miles up the road).
• Shopping - you will want to do your primary shopping in Fort Collins prior to your trip up the canyon. There are a few convenience/gift/restaurant type stores within a few miles of the cabin, but the selection is quite limited, pre-packaged food, and prices may be higher. Visit each to get a feel for the canyon, buy a keepsake and gather resourceful information. There is a lot of history and pride related to The Poudre Canyon. Local events take place fairly often, including craft fairs, church services, history tours, etc. Arrowhead Visitor Center is just up the road.
Things you will want to purchase in Fort Collins:
* a full tank of gas -diesel is not available in the area
* food (spices, some baking & cooking basics are provided)
* wine/beer - if you prefer a certain type, you will wish to buy this before going up the canyon as are limited options at the convenience shops
* bottled water
* coffee & creamer (powder cream is provided)
* sunscreen & mosquito spray
* ice

Things that are off limits due to county rules & liability issues (fire, drowning, etc):
* Wood stove - not for guest use
* Hot tub - currently empty & not for guests use
Any unauthorized use will result in additional charges to clean/fix issues.
* No use of firearms on the property. No cleaning of firearms. Prefer that they are locked in your vehicle during your stay.
* Mounts - do not touch them! Take photos, talk about them, ask for info, etc, but do not touch them please.

Critters – Things we pay to keep away include mice, spiders, flies, pack-rats and other small creepy-crawlies. Seasonal changes drive them inward so please help by shutting the main doors and keeping the place clean and tidy, and lights low.
Cleaning fee - the cleaning fee may seem high so we'd like to explain that this location has limited resources for doing laundry quickly, plus there are only so many locals available to assist with cleaning. We love our cleaner.
Please help keep costs down by maintaining your surroundings each day and limiting the use of bedding, towels, etc. PLEASE also help us stop the spread of germs by cleaning up after yourself, washing your hands and limiting the items you touch. The less we must do after your visit means the better chance we'll stay healthy too.
We genuinely appreciate your understanding and assistance. Many thanks.
• Communication – we’re all about it.
• Hunters – You must disclose if you plan to use the cabin as a base for your hunting adventures and you will need to agree to a few simple things. More info provided through this site.

We may have forgotten a few things, so please just ask if you have questions. We would rather have you enjoy your vacation than cause yourself headaches trying to figure something out. Also, damage occurs when people take risks, so if you question your actions, just stop, and call us for details, approval, etc. We really do not mind being contacted while the issue is happening, rather than dealing with problems later.

Enjoy, celebrate, relax, adventure, and remember to share your memories through AirBnB, VRBO, or other feeds, plus a handwritten note in our guest book is always a bonus! Thank you.
- Liz & John