You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ranch House on the River
Great open living space and a kitchen built for gathering. Greenbelt all around the house. Patio, grill and hot tub overlooking the Lower Blanco river. Master bedroom windows open to the river let the sound lull you to sleep. Wood floors and a full laundry room. Tube the river in the summer, close to Forest access for hiking and hunting. Secluded on a well maintained rural road. The mountains of Colorado offer the beauty of all four seasons. Stay in our home nestled on the edge of a pine covered canyon and immerse yourself in the solitude, winter spring summer or fall. River Rafting late spring through summer, tubing is at its peak all summer and will keep you cool in the heat of the day. September brings in the changing of the colors and the cooling temperatures make for the best hiking or trail riding and all the photo opts you can imagine. Oh yes if your horse is part of your family fun we can make accommodations. Hunting enthusiast will never be disappointed in Pagosa Country, and from the ranch you can be hunting in National Forest in 30 to 60 minutes. For you winter sport enthusiast, the best snow fall in Colorado is just minutes away at Wolf Creek sky resort. And Just when you think you have seen it all spring flowers will be blooming welcoming in warmer days . Join us for the adventure.
Property manager
Laura or Rob Keating
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a zoo
On a river
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property is also known as
House On The River
Ranch House on the River Pagosa Springs
Ranch House on the River Private vacation home
Ranch House on the River Private vacation home Pagosa Springs
About the neighborhood
Pagosa Springs, CO
What's nearby
Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 27 min drive - 24.0 km
Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts - 31 min drive - 27.8 km
Pagosa Springs Golf Club - 35 min drive - 31.1 km
San Juan River - 62 min drive - 42.4 km
Getting around
Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 100 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Ranch House on the River pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Ranch House on the River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ranch House on the River?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ranch House on the River located?
Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Crater Lake Trail, San Juan Historical Museum, and Reservoir Hill Park. Sheep Creek Trail and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring are also within 16 mi (25 km).
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Ranch House on the River Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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My family had a wonderful time here! I especially loved the seclusion, and of course the river in the back yard. Thank you Rob and Laura for offering your beautiful home!
This house was perfect for our family. We loved the location near the creek, it was so peaceful. We loved that is was pet friendly and the hot tub was a great bonus! The property owners were very responsive and answered any questions very quickly.
We loved our stay at the ranch house on the river. The location was beautiful and the home had all the amenities. The hot tub was great! Our group skied wolf creek and enjoyed the town of Pagosa Springs. We would love to stay again.
We had a great time here at Rob and Laura’s. They were truly great hosts. The property is beautiful, and the house is lovely and clean with every convenience and necessity available. Can’t wait to go back in the fall!
We enjoyed our stay- plenty of room. It was great to relax in the hot tub after skiing while gazing at the stars. The house had everything we needed. Very clean. It was a little bit out of town but peaceful.
This place is a little off the main road but extremely worth it once you’re there. The house is very comfortable to just lounge around all day in if you want but the best part is the outdoors. The creek and valley views are awesome - even better while relaxing in the hot tub. We had a blast staying at this house and would definitely do it again in the future!!!
If you are looking for quiet and “off the beaten path,” this is your place. Rob and Laura have lots of amenities so you couple hole up and never leave, but are only a short 25 min drive into Pagosa Springs if you’re wanting to venture out and explore. Our kids loved the bedrooms to themselves and the outdoor space was simply serene (of course the hot tub was a hit). Would definitely recommend this stay for a true get away.
My wife and I needed a weekend away from society. This property was amazing. Right by the river, and so quiet and calm. It was nice to make coffee in the morning and sit in the hot tub, or have a glass of wine at night and sit in the hot tub. Awesome place, and we will definitely be returning.
Very nice home with lots of room to roam. Very comfortable and quiet area. Only downside for some would be the 5 mile dirt road to the property. We loved being away from every thing.
We had an amazing time! We were able to go to town and visit family and come back to the house and just relax. My two teenage girls thought it was amazing. They took walks, watched movies and enjoyed the hot tub.
The home and some of the property is absolutely beautiful, however please read these important things before renting this house as the listing has a lot of very important information missing.
1. We stayed here for a winter ski trip. If you do not, and I repeat, IF YOU DO NOT have 4 wheel drive and chains the odds you will not make it to the home itself and out of their driveway are high. The road is 4.5 miles long off the main road and is winding and with snow it gets icy. To enter the property, off the road is a huge decline. If you don’t have 4 wheel drive, with snow or ice you may not make it back out as it’s a pretty steep incline/decline.
2. When I say there is NO cell service I mean it. And why is this important on occasion? When the home owner forgets to give you the code to the door and you have to drive back to cell service to call the homeowners and get it because they forgot. They did send us the WiFi code before we got there and I tried connecting to WiFi to send them a message on VRBO and no response. I have an iPhone and they had android so I couldn’t even text or call over WiFi.
3. The beds are not as advertised FYI. They have one room with a queen, another room with a queen, and they claimed they had another room with 2 double beds. Those double beds do not exist. There are two futons in a room and they are not comfortable. Futons are not double beds. One of my taller kids ended up sleeping on the couch.
4. The hot tub and the scenic views out the back door are beautiful and relaxing. Now, out the front door resembles more of a junkyard type feel. Broken down snowmobiles, a shed full of about 4 truckloads of junk just thrown there, and broken down chicken coops. The interior of the home is about 90% comfortable and inviting as long as you forget about the 4 foot gaping crack in the ceiling above the fireplace that you can tell has has something wet come through it.
I would have given this home 5 stars if they were just completely honest with their listing and I knew what I was getting in to. The kitchen is well stocked, all appliances work, hot tub was great, but there are so many things they don’t mention in the listing and photos that make for a dishonest listing and lack of being able to communicate with the homeowners about it is extremely frustrating.
This was a great Colorado stay! We had family in town for Christmas and this house couldn't have been better for the full Colorado experience. It's located a ways out of Pagosa about 30 minutes which was perfect for us. The hot tub was amazing! Nothing beats relaxing in the hot tub looking at the Colorado night sky! This property is pet friendly which is a must for us! It can sleep up to 8 if you put one on the couch. There is a creek/river that runs through the back yard and its beautiful. Overall this was a great property and we would stay again. The owners are wonderful, friendly, kind, and responsive!
5 miles into a canyon off the main road here = limited cell service = no work headaches!
Great place. Host is super-attentive. Most nights the "a/c" worked great (just open some windows). We didn't get the chance to try out the wood burning stove. A bit "out of the way" but well worth the extra 11 minutes to get there!
Awesome setup right next to the river. Peaceful, secluded and a nice big house. Kitchen was fantastic and the gas oven and stove made cooking easy peasy. Hot tub was great and the hosts were very responsive to any questions I had. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you Laura and Robert for a wonderful getaway.