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A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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At A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort

Nestled among the majestic aspens of the Grand Mesa and just a 1/2 mile from Powderhorn Mountain Resort, A Bar U Homestead is the perfect home base for year-round outdoor adventure! Come to A Bar U to recreate, relax, and rejuvenate on our 9-acre property complete with a private pond and the homestead's original log cabin! Whether you are looking to road bike on one of Colorado's Scenic Bypasses, mountain bike the Palisade Plunge, nordic ski at Skyway / County Line trail system, downhill ski / snowboard at Powderhorn Resort, hike, fish, or hunt, A Bar U Homestead is the perfect location for your next outdoor adventure and family getaway!!

A Bar U is a newly renovated cabin with a spacious common room complete with a breakfast nook and a 360-degree wood fireplace. A Bar U has two upper-level decks: one with a six-person dining set and the other with an outdoor lounge set. No matter the season, the decks provide serene mountain views and are perfect for watching sunrises and sunsets, seeing wildlife play in and around the pond, stargazing and communing with your friends and family.

A Bar U has a master bedroom and bathroom upstairs and a large bunk room and bathroom on the lower level. With one queen bed and two full-sized bunk beds, the bunk room comfortably sleeps 4 people. The lower level also has a common space with a sitting area around a wood burning stove, storage for personal gear, and a writer's desk. The lower-level porch has a picnic area for additional outdoor dining during the warmer months.

When you stay at A Bar U, you will be sure to find a sense of peace and comfort!

-- PROPERTY SPECS --

9 Acres | Private Pond | Mountain Views

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, open floor plan, fireplace, dining table, island / bar seating, convertible couch, modern finishes, ample food and gear storage, and wood-burning stove.

OUTDOOR LIVING: Large East-facing deck with dining set, grill, lounge chairs and side table, West-facing deck with lounge set, large firepit with chairs, spacious yard for lawn games, picnic table, and outdoor counter space.

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, drip coffee maker and grinder, cooking basics, spice rack, knife set, blender, eat-in breakfast nook, crock-pot, stockpot, coffee and wine bar.

GENERAL: Small washer & dryer, towels / linens, radiant heating, highchair.

**WATER: The homestead property is in a remote area where water conservation is very important as we are not connected to city utilities. Our backcountry water/plumbing system originates from a natural spring or is delivered depending on the water table and/or season.

PARKING: Driveway (4-5 vehicles) facing East Golden Dr.

-- THE LOCATION --

POWDERHORN MOUNTAIN RESORT (0.5 miles): Downhill skiing and snowboarding, downhill mountain biking, nordic skiing, food and beverages.
MESA LAKES (5 miles)
NORDIC SKI CENTER (10 miles)
PALISADE PLUNGE TRAILHEAD (10 miles)
MESA, CO (8 miles)
PALISADE (28 miles)
GRAND JUNCTION (39 miles)

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pets are NOT allowed on any furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Mesa, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Powderhorn Resort and Reeder Mesa Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Adobe Badlands and Grand Junction Motor Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mesa, CO

What's nearby

  • Powderhorn Resort - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • High Country Orchards - 54 min drive - 59.5 km
  • St Mary's Medical Center - 58 min drive - 74.6 km
  • Canyon View Park - 58 min drive - 79.0 km
  • Colorado Mesa University - 58 min drive - 74.9 km

Getting around

  • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Bar And Grille - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is A peaceful mountain retreat with rustic charm 1/2 mile from ski and bike resort located?

This family-friendly Mesa cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Grand Mesa National Forest and Powderhorn Resort. Island Lake and Cobbett Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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