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Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!

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Perched on 2 acres, Casa Bella del Rio offers a serene Spanish-style retreat with mountain views from every direction. Unwind in the hot tub or enjoy lunch on the lower deck overlooking the river, perfect for kayaking and fishing.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!

  • 'Casa Bella del Rio' as we have named this River house has been a renovated into a Spanish style hacienda with a living room, dining room, kitchen and 4 good size bedrooms with 3 full baths. All the floors have been updated with tile and hardwood. The furnishings are all new and are Spanish style as well. There are mountain views from every direction. The house sits on 2 acres, right on the river. There is river access for kayaking and fishing. We have recently built a lower deck with stairs up to the house. A really great spot to relax or just sit with your fishing gear.

    The deck is a great place to enjoy the views, eat lunch or sit in the hot tub and just relax!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

General

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Howard, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Wood's High Mountain Distillery and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling. Visit our Howard travel guide
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Howard, CO

What's nearby

  • A mountain range with a rainbow and clouds.
    Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A town with a river running through it, surrounded by mountains.
    Riverside Park
    25 min drive - 28.0 km
  • A snow-covered ski slope with a ski lift, a parking lot, and a lodge.
    Monarch Ski Area
    58 min drive - 68.3 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center
    25 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Salida Golf Club
    26 min drive - 27.9 km

Restaurants

  • Dusty Rose Roadhouse
    7 min walk
  • Howard’s Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Eggie Acres
    4 min walk
  • Riverview Cafe
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. San Isabel National Forest and Cotopaxi City Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 227 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place for my family. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the size of the house and great accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Family get-together and graduation party

Exactly what we needed in a beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike I.

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

Summer Getaway!

The house was great for nine of us. There was plenty of room for all. Nice and quiet with the river running in the back yard. Close to town with lots of eating establishments. I believe this is the sixth time that I have stayed here. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

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

Nice getaway!

We enjoyed our stay! The views were probably my favorite, but the house is super cozy and clean. Perfect place to ring in the New Year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A W.

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

Great place for river access

This is a great place for enjoying the river and mountain climbing and ATV tours
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John L.

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

HOWARD VRBO

Perfect for our needs with ability to park two RVs in front of property to accommodate our large family group. Back deck was excellent with large tree for shade. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Family reunion

Was very comfortable and beautiful view. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

nice weekend getaway spot

Nice home in the mountains countryside in Howard. Beautiful surroundings scenery with lots to explore. Conveniently close to Salida. Lots of sleeping arrangement space, good kitchen and dining areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellye D.

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

River House

Loved our stay. Second year for springbreak skiing trip with the family!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Rustic River Retreat

Enjoyed the views from this clean, rustic, riverfront home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Lovely river side stay

Relaxing weekend by the river, lovely property, bring bug spray!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

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

Wonderful visit and ski vacation

Beautiful relaxing views from patio. Warm home with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley P.

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

One of the best places near Salida for a large group

Wonderful ranch that’s nice and secluded. It’s also a short drive to monarch. House was clean and warm. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils. Wonderful place and a wonderful host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricio Z.

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

Great price!

Great price and views!! A little outside of Salida which makes the location great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared L.

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

Wonderful Stay

This was the perfect house in the perfect location for our family and friends. We were looking for a peaceful stay with areas inside and out for our kids to enjoy themselves! Just perfect for us! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie T.

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

Great experience

The riverfront property was a wonderful feature. The easy check in process and the amount of extra space made for an excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J B.

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

Family Christmas Trip

We had 9 members of our family stay at the Spanish Ranch for Christmas week. We went skiing and enjoyed the area and the house very much! It was just as advertised, clean, and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen T.

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

Spanish Ranch

The space was beautiful and right on the river. It was a great space for what our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Family Reunion

Peaceful and quiet. Excellent place to hang out with family who haven’t seen each other in awhile. Close enough to town if you need anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing bachelor party accomodations!

We had a group of 7 adults and the house was perfect for us. There were plenty of rooms and beds. The outside space had access to the river and incredible views. Easy to find and access. Great hot tub. No complaints!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanon M.

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

Wow!

Wow! What a great house as well as location! The River house was perfect in every way! We had an amazing time ! Thank you for allowing us to experience your home !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Hallmark christmas

This property was perfect for our Christmas trip. It was like we where staying in a hallmark movie! The kitchen was well stocked for anything you needed to cook with. Very impressed. The guys loved the fact it had horseshoe pits!! It was also great to have the hottub to come back to after a long day of skiing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

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

Jonathan

A beautiful property that is big enough for 12 people. Great views on the Arkansas! That said, bring plenty of bug spray.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024