Rio Grande National Forest Cabin: Views & Hot Tub

Reviews

• 1/5

• Rather Dissapointing

  3/5

  We booked this home for privacy, the hot tub, and the waterfall feature. Unfortunately, our stay fell short. The property has potential and is well-kept in many ways, but several issues made the experience less than ideal.

  The home came with a lengthy binder of rules and many posted signs, most of which were not disclosed prior to booking. This, combined with ongoing construction just a few feet away, made the atmosphere feel far from private or relaxing. The waterfall feature was not working, which was disappointing since it was one of our main reasons for booking. The lack of window coverings also left us feeling exposed.

  Several small details added to the frustration: many games were missing pieces, the smart home system was confusing and inconsistent, a wind chime outside the bedroom kept us awake, and the refrigerator contained personal items despite instructions not to move anything. These things, while minor on their own, compounded to create stress instead of the peaceful experience we expected.

  Overall, the home is visually appealing, but the combination of unclear rules, privacy concerns, and undisclosed inconveniences made our stay less enjoyable than anticipated.

• Nestled

  5/5

  If you're looking for R&R, this is the place! Secluded, CLEAN, modern, and nestled in gorgeous landscaping. The view from the patio is amazing and the sunrise over the peaks, breathtaking! The hummingbirds kept us entertained the entire time. We watched two prong horn pass through the property one evening and a coyote prowling around antagonizing the prairie dogs. There is an abundance of cookware and appliances, the kitchen did not disappoint! Beds are super comfy and the bathroom, stunning. I did notice reviews about the cameras and notes all over the cabin when booking. I found the simple reminders to be very helpful and made checkout much easier. The cameras were surrounding the entire property except for the patio outside the master bedroom, (I think!). They did not damper our stay at all. I understand the rational of security and no young kids, this place is immaculant!!! We would certainly stay again!

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Nestled

  5/5

  If you're looking for R&R, this is the place! Secluded, CLEAN, modern, and nestled in gorgeous landscaping. The view from the patio is amazing and the sunrise over the peaks, breathtaking! The hummingbirds kept us entertained the entire time. We watched two prong horn pass through the property one evening and a coyote prowling around antagonizing the prairie dogs. There is an abundance of cookware and appliances, the kitchen did not disappoint! Beds are super comfy and the bathroom, stunning. I did notice reviews about the cameras and notes all over the cabin when booking. I found the simple reminders to be very helpful and made checkout much easier. The cameras were surrounding the entire property except for the patio outside the master bedroom, (I think!). They did not damper our stay at all. I understand the rational of security and no young kids, this place is immaculant!!! We would certainly stay again!

• Locked out on arrival

  3/5

  We arrived around 7pm was given a gate code. The lock was very difficult to open and it was dark. We were given a code for the door to only find out couldn’t open because bottom door lock was locked. There is no cell service so had no way to call anyone so had to drive back to town and it took several attempts before getting anyone. They had to send a maintenance guy out like 40 minutes later to let us in. Bed is very firm as well as pillows are firm as well. They are countless cameras pointing all directions on the porch and looking at hot tube so you constantly feel you are being watched. Nothing really close to do any kinda of snow activity unless you drive over a hour. A lot of rules to follow at their property.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo