Tucker's Tack Room offers guests a private bedroom, full bath and private entrance. It is located in the main lodge at Fort Austin, in the heart of Paonia's wine country. Adjustable queen bed with Tempur Pedic mattress. Guests enjoy incredible mountain views, easy access, starlit nights and relaxing privacy on a small working farm. You are invited to hang out on the huge covered porch at the main lodge to soak in the view, bask in the shade, or walk through the orchard.
We are located in the hear of Paonia's Wine Country. Magnificent mountain views, unique architecture, relaxing vibe and farm/orchard setting allow guests to slow down and just be. When you are here you don't have to go, or do, or accomplish anything, you can just be.
Fort Austin provides 5 log cabins, 3 deluxe suites, permanent fire pit, huge log porch, pavilion and a grain bin bath house on our small event venue. Guests in Ben's Quarters are welcome to hang out in any of the common areas when events are not scheduled.
Free on-site parking is available on either side of the driveway. Ben's Quarters is located in the main lodge, in the northeast corner. It is accessed via landscape stairs beside the driveway and brick pavers across the lawn.
Tim is often working on the farm and available for questions or ideas for local attractions. His family moved to Paonia in 1970 so he can generally help you find anything in the valley you are looking for. He can help you find the most popular spots or places nobody knows about. He loves interacting with and conversing with guests. He loves this valley, this state and this country and his enthusiasm and positive outlook are refreshing.
Tim's farm is in a rural setting surrounded by other small farms raising horses, cattle, hay and fruit. Within a mile you will find a half dozen wineries, dining, river access, and the town park. Jumbo Mountain bike trails have become a popular place for trail rides.
You can bike or walk to town.
Colorado Detours is a local company providing wine tours and other custom outings.
PJ is my 25lb farm Kelpie pup. He often greets guests in his over-exuberant way.
Do not leave pets on the property, for any reason, when you are away.
Pet fee - $50 per pet.
If you are bringing a pet please keep them under control at all times and respecting other guests and pets. My place is not set up for large dogs, please no dogs over 70 lbs. Aggressive dogs and aggressive breeds are not allowed on the property. If you have a Doberman, wolf hybrid, husky, pit bull, Rottweiler, or German shepard, please call C-Bar-K kennel in Hotchkiss.
HOUSE RULES
Quiet Hours: 9pm – 9am No loud parties, or disturbing noise.
Smoking: Outside only
Fire: No open flames inside apartments, cabins, tents, or buildings.
Guests must follow state regulations on outside fire restrictions.
Don’t leave campfires unattended
Events: Events are allowed. Must have prior approval of the Host for an
event.
Food: Please don’t leave unpackaged food in cabins or common areas.
Store food, cookware, and utensils out of reach of wildlife.
Please don’t cook on redwood deck, a picnic table is provided Dishes: Please wash dishes in commercial sink in binzebo, not in bathroom
Do not dump grease in sinks, toilets, or shower drains.
Neighbors: Please respect our neighbor’s, No climbing on rock wall or fences.
Storage: Don’t leave personal items stored outside of suites or cabin.
Night Sky: Paonia is a dark sky community, please use outside light sparingly.
Children: You must be at least 25 years old to book at Fort Austin
Children must be supervised at all times. (this facility is not
childproof)
Hazards: Fort Austin is a working farm/orchard. You are participating in an
agri-tourism/farm experience. Allergens, smoke, dust,
stinging insects, reptiles, waste water, unfriendly
animals, livestock, noises, odors, stairs, uneven
ground, equipment, and other irritants may be present
at any time. You must always remain aware of your
surroundings.
Parking: Please park in designated areas.
Illegal Drugs: Use of illegal drugs is not allowed.
Alcohol: Public intoxication, damage and disorderly conduct will not be
tolerated.
PETS
Fees: Pet fee $50 per pet.
Friendly Pets: Maximum of 2 pets per guest. Friendly, obedient, well-trained
pets are welcome at Fort Austin.
Aggressive pets, wolf hybrids, pit bulls, German shepherds,
Dobermans and Rottweilers are not allowed per
our Insurance Company.
Do not leave pets unattended on property while you are away,
for any reason.
No pets over 70lbs.
Keep pets on leash and under control at all times.
Do not allow pets to chase or kill chickens.
No pets on furniture. Additional cleaning fees will be charged.
Clean up after your pets. A pet station is located by the
Grainbinzebo.
Kennel: Please call C-Bar-K kennel in Hotchkiss for temporary pet housing.
Service dogs: Service animals are welcome and free of charge if you present a
copy of certification paperwork for our records.
Cats: Cats that pose risk of scratching or spraying must be kenneled at
all times.
