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Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon

Family-friendly vacation home in Nathrop

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Nestled between Buena Vista and Salida, Cactus Flower offers a mountain retreat with endless outdoor adventures. Relax on the deck with breathtaking views of Mt Antero and Mt Princeton or cozy up by the fireplace in the great room. Enjoy quality time in the spacious game room or take advantage of nearby activities like hot springs, rafting, and hiking.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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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.

Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon

Located between Buena Vista and Salida at the foot of the Chalk Cliffs, our vacation home is perfect for families and those who love outdoor adventures. Mt Princeton Hot Springs, white water rafting and hiking are all at your doorstep. Relax on the deck while gazing at Mt Antero and Mt Princeton, or enjoy our great room with cozy fireplace and amazing views of the Chalk Cliffs. The basement boasts a large game room well suited for fun of all ages. Decorated and stocked with everything your family will need, Cactus Flower has it all.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Our policy of a maximum of 8 is based on 2 people per BED, and new Chaffee County regulations. We ask that couches not be used for beds.
Our property line is on the east side of the driveway. Do not walk east of the driveway onto our neighbor's property.
No fireworks or open fires.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Property does not provide high chair or crib

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Nathrop, this vacation home is in the mountains. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Browns Canyon National Monument reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Nathrop travel guide
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Nathrop, CO

What's nearby

  • This view just never gets old.  The Collegiate Peaks Overlook on US 285 coming in to Buena Vista in Colorado.
    Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Arkansas River Sunrise High dynamic Range Shot
    Arkansas River
    11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Rapids and Boulders on The Arkansas River, Buena Vista, Colorado, USA
    Buena Vista River Park
    19 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Browns Canyon National Monument
    19 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    19 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
    99 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Princeton Club Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • The Beach
    14 min drive
  • Casita Del Rio
    15 min drive
  • Mary Murphy Steakhouse
    5 min drive
  • Browns Canyon Riverside Bar & Grill - River Runners
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon 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 Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon located?

This family-friendly Nathrop vacation home is located in the mountains, steps from San Isabel National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Agnes Vaille Falls and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Arkansas River and Browns Canyon National Monument are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Timber Frame Home with Spectacular View of Chalk Cliffs and Canyon 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. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I loved our stay at this house. The house has plenty of room, is well maintained, and has gorgeous views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Five year anniversary trip

This is the second time we’ve stayed at this property and the location is perfect. Just close enough to Monarch, but just far enough away. The view is amazing. The owners of the house are very accommodating and everything is just like it is described.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Outstanding Property

Beautiful, outstanding property. Excellent, private location. Very close to the hot springs. Our family of 7 stayed here and skied 3 days at Monarch. 45 minute drive to the slope.Home has a beautiful view of the mountains and everything about the stay was flawless.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Wonderful Home

Really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. We could not get enough of the morning sunshine glow from the Chalk Cliffs outside the main living room windows. Wow. The home is perfectly situated for this view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Family Weekend

Wonderful home with incredible views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudina Z.

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

Amazing home!

We loved our stay. The owners gave amazing directions to get to the home in case we lost reception and once we arrived everything was perfect for our stay. Check-in and check-out was super smooth. The kitchen is well stocked in kitchen supplies and everything you could need to spend days in this beautiful location. Lots of games and places to relax throughout the home. Close to town and the views were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Even more amazing in person

This was our second stay in this beautiful home. The view from the deck is absolutely breathtaking. The owners are very responsive though we didn’t need to contact them but once because the property is perfectly created for guests. We LOVE the location, the house, the hiking, the views, the town. Just a wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon S.

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

Amazing!

This beautiful home is in a gorgeous location with views that go on forever. We have been made welcome there for the last four or five years and look forward to each year. The area has a multitude of hiking & riding trails for everyone. You can begin your day with coffee on the deck & end it there with cocktails. The view is breathtaking!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Never Disappointing

We were to excited and decided to add a few extra days to our annual vacation with family/friends this year! The morning and evening views from the deck are always my favorite! The house is always inviting. Thanks Jamie & Jill for sharing this beautiful home with us for the 4th year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon S.

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

Annual Getaway

This home never disappoints! It’s clean, amazing views & the property owners are very accommodating. Six of us stayed here with ample room for everyone. Began the day with coffee on the deck & ended it on the deck watching the sun set. We’ve stayed here 3 years & will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

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

Awesome

Came for a short stay celebrating a birthday. Kids came, May snow came (17” total over the weekend). We weren’t planning on snow, but still made the best of it. Still enjoyed sight-seeing and the BV area (disc golfing, actual golfing, indoor wall climbing, shopping, cool restaurants) We will visit again as this has quickly become a favorite place for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don V., Manassas, Virginia

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

Awesome home and views

Place is described perfectly. It as a wonderful central point for our day motorcycles trips. Would have been a little nicer if road was not graveled, but that was minor. We had 3 bucks stop by one night to feed on the grounds it was pretty cool. The cabin was just gorgeous and the owners were very responsive to our needs. All 6 of us would highly recommend staying here. Thanks, Down
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

denise h.

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

Warm, inviting, beautiful home with spectacular views!

This home is even more inviting, warm and beautifully situated than the pictures show. Communication with the host was flawless. Directions were easy to find. The accommodations were perfect. The kitchen was well stocked and the nicest I have ever stayed in for selection of cooking ware. The bedrooms were comfortable and quiet. The bathroom in the master suite has a gorgeous view of the mountains. The location is close to Bueno Vista. Easy access to trails, restaurants, white water rafting on the Arkansas River. But the biggest treat is the views from the porch overlooking Mount Princeton and Chalk Cliffs. It was a perfect location and we hope to visit again soon- and would not consider staying any where else!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning! Would stay here again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with fantastic views. It was well equipped and perfect for our needs. Great Stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home with Breathtaking Views! Very Clean and Accommodating!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home! A/c would make it a 5 star.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas A.

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

Views!

Really spectacular and unique views and the house is inspired.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda L.

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

This home is an absolute treasure!

An absolute hidden Gem in one of our favorite places in Colorado. This house is an absolute treasure! The views from this home are unbeatable. The home is beautifully furnished and the owners have provided everything you could need for a worry free and comfortable stay. We will remember and truly hold our time here as a treasure in our lives. The perfect place, for the perfect time. Thank you for sharing your your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian U.

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

Great Mt Princeton Getaway

Beautiful home with beautiful views was the perfect spot for a family getaway. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P.

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

So pretty!

Awesome place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci J.

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

Incredible Home

The location can’t be beat, the views are absolutely stunning, and the home is absolutely beautiful. We loved our stay! We can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Christmas Break

Absolutely beautiful!!! We had an amazing stay! The view is simply stunning!! Hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Blane H.

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

Wonderful house in ideal location for views of the Chalk Cliffs!

Clean and new! Everything as advertised in this lovely house. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023