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The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger

Family-friendly vacation home in Fruita

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Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, Desert Moon offers an idyllic retreat after a day of exploring the Western Slope. Unwind with a BBQ on the expansive patio or cozy up by the gas fireplace, and later enjoy stargazing with an in-house telescope.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger

Relax and unwind after a day of adventure on the Western Slope with all of the amenities the Desert Moon has to offer. Situated perfectly in a quiet neighborhood, The Desert Moon is a short hike or ride away from the majestic Colorado National Monument, rafting the Colorado River, biking on the Kokopelli trail, hiking the McInnis Canyons, skiing at PowderHorn, or the many shops, restaurants, wineries and breweries of downtown Fruita, Grand Junction and Palisade. Plug your electric vehicle into the Phase II 50 amp Chargeport EV Charging Station in the heated, 3-car garage featuring bike racks and bicycle repair station. Step inside to your private oasis and find a fully equipped Chef's Kitchen with coffee and cocktail stations. Relax and read on the mid-century lounger next to the gas fireplace or recline back and take in a movie on the 65" smart tv with Bluetooth sound system. Challenge your partner to a game of shuffleboard under the neon lit moon. Step outside and take in the fresh air on the expansive patio and cook an epic bbq meal on the 4 burner Weber grill. Enjoy the covered, outdoor dining area, equipped with ceiling fan and roll-down shades with lounge area and propane fire pit. Explore the nightscape as the glittering array of stars and moon bounce off the Colorado National Monument with the in-house telescope. Draw a warm bath, drop in the lavender bath salts, pour a glass of wine and light a candle in preparation of settling into the luxurious beds to rest up for another day of adventure. 2 dog max (with prior approval.) No cats

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets are not allowed on the furniture or the beds.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: 2 dog max (with prior approval.) No cats

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
Fruita, CO

What's nearby

  • Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Family Health West - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Colorado National Monument - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Canyon View Park - 12 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Colorado Mesa University - 18 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Station - 18 min drive
  • Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maverik #400 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cattlemen's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Base Camp Provisions - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger located?

This family-friendly Fruita vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center and Family Health West. Colorado Welcome Center and Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Desert Moon- A luxurious retreat w/ amazing patio, shuffleboard, EV charger Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and in a great location! We loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

We had a great stay. The house is beautiful and was very clean.Host was quick to respond when messaged them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

samantha g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well equipped home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really liked this place! We spent three days in absolute comfort and cozy surrounding . The house has a lot of nice little things to please eyes. We decided that we will definitely be going back again! Thanks for the wonderful accommodation. Everything was really cool! 10 STARS!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Loved the desert moon, spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect stay

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations

Property was close to the trails and our favorite pizza spot. Clean house which made relaxing after riding nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great clean updated house

Quiet neighborhood, nice house. Didnt stay long but hope to book again for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Place to Stay

We absolutely loved staying at this property. It was just as described. Clean and spacious. Hosts were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

Chadwell was very easy to communicate with, the property is fantastic and we look forward to staying there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love love love

Place was so homey! Owners were really nice. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean very modern house

We loved this house! So clean and so much room for our family of 5 (with three under 5). Perfect set up and would stay again if coming back to fruita
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay

Our stay at The Desert Moon was absolutely wonderful! We stayed for my daughter's graduation from Mesa.The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and equipped with everything we could possibly need. The Kitchen is well stocked, the beds are very comfortable, the patio is so relaxing, and it is a very quiet neighborhood. The host was accommodating, responsive, and truly made sure our experience was seamless. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay—highly recommend and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Fun

Very well equipped kitchen, lots of linens, relaxing deck (quiet upscale neighborhood, but it is a neighborhood). The deck is the only second living space. We enjoyed the race activities of the weekend, Colorado National Monument, and the sweet downtown of Fruita. What a beautiful area to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Fruita getaway

This is a great property. The location is in a nice neighborhood but close to downtown Fruita and all the western slope trails. This is one of the nicest houses that I have rented during any of my trips. We definitely would recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Supawinee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It exceeded our expectations. The home was so beautiful, clean, and quiet. We can tell the owner put a lot of love and time into taking care of the property. They were so thoughtful in every detail throughout the house. We were there to ride in a bike ride event. We had a really great rest both before and after the ride. The owner even let us in early just right before the hail storm so that was very helpful and kind. Chad's communication was excellent. Thank you so much! We loved every minute of it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Great!

Booked this location in order to ride the trails. What a great location and the house was wonderful. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had the most amazing time!

We had so much fun at this beautiful, open, spacious home! The patio is a great place to have coffee in the morning or spend evenings relaxing with friends/family. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfortable home

We were in Fruita for a family Christmas and this was the perfect place for extra guests my daughter didn’t have room for in her home there. It had all the amenities we needed, was in a quiet neighborhood, and such a beautiful home we felt very comfortable coming “home” to each evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic home!

We had a great stay at Desert Moon! Beautiful home and fantastic location for Adventure Fest. Communication was great. House was spotless and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We were in the area for a baseball tournament. This home was beautiful and so spacious and open. The perfect place to relax. Loved having use of the large garage so we were able to park inside, giving us the option of not having to unload and reload baseball equipment everyday. The hosts were great at communicating and made things very easy! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at the Desert Moon. The home was not only beautifully designed and well equipped, but also perfectly located just a couple of blocks away from our family, which made everything so convenient.The space was more than enough for our entire family to spread out and feel comfortable. From the fully stocked kitchen to the cozy gas fireplace and outdoor patio with a fire pit, every detail was thoughtfully designed to make the stay relaxing and enjoyable.We especially appreciated the quiet neighborhood, the proximity to local trails and attractions. The shuffleboard table and telescope were such fun extras.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend the Desert Moon to anyone visiting the Fruita or Grand Junction area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

California and Iowa meet in Colorado

We spent a fantastic weekend in Fruita meeting sort of in the middle between California and Iowa. The home was well organized and we felt so welcome. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023