Stunning 14er Views! Private 6-Acre Salida Retreat

Reviews

• 5/5

  This was a very well-equipped house, especially the kitchen. The communication was a bit less than ideal. We had asked what kind of coffee maker so we could be sure we had coffee &/or filters ready for our first morning. We were told only "drip". Actually, there was a drip pot that had a gold filter, but there were also 3 French press pots (3 different sizes), as well as a coffee grinder. There was also a Le Creuset pot and an InstaPot (absolutely necessary for cooking rice, beans, etc. at high altitude.)We wish the instruction booklet had talked about the Reverse Osmosis water. It was at least a day before we figured out that the small stream from the middle of the faucet was the RO water. Also, while we love this area (we lived just up the road for 6 years), and will probably return in the summer, this house needs window blinds. It currently has window coverings only in the bedrooms. It got very warm during the day (in winter) and we had to open windows. I can't imagine how hot it would get in the summer. We did not have AC in our house when we lived in Salida and were able to keep it comfortable all summer by simply closing the windows and window blinds on the East in the morning and the S & W in the evening. Hopefully they will add blinds on the rest of the windows before summer. Other than that, beautiful, well-equipped house in a delightful area.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  Thank you for the thoughtful review. We are glad you enjoyed the home and especially the kitchen!
  
  You are absolutely right about the communication around the coffee setup and the Reverse Osmosis water. I have since taken over guest communication directly and created a new instruction booklet that clearly explains the RO system.
  
  Regarding the windows, the home was intentionally designed as a passive solar house, which is why most windows do not have coverings. The design uses lower winter sun for warmth and higher summer sun angles to reduce heat gain, and we plan to keep that approach as part of the home’s character. We understand it is different from more conventional setups and appreciate you sharing your experience.
  
  We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall and would be happy to welcome you back anytime.

• 5/5

  Our stay in this Salida retreat property was absolutely delightful! We loved the house, well equipped kitchen, the amazing views and even the deer visiting the yard in the morning hours. The house was clean, spacious and beautifully designed. We would definitely like to be back!

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  Thanks! We are glad you enjoyed the house, the views, and the deer. We would be happy to host you again anytime.

• 5/5

  Beautiful!

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  Few words. Full stars. Thanks for the review!

• 5/5

  Beautiful cabin, thoughtful amenities and kitchen was well stocked! The views are gorgeous.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  So glad you loved the views and found the kitchen and amenities just right! We’d be thrilled to host you again anytime.

• 5/5

  Very nice brand new build with a wonderful kitchen and great room with a view. Peaceful pasture and farmland with lots of wildlife to watch. The river nearby is wonderful. A few details are still coming together like window coverings waiting to be installed. We loved the place (and Salida) and hope to be back in it next year.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! It is wonderful to hear the kitchen, views, and nearby river made it special. Window coverings are now installed in both master bedrooms. We look forward to your next visit to Salida