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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Glenwood Springs Recreation
    10 min drive
  • Red Mountain Trail
    11 min drive
  • Iron Mountain Hot Springs
    11 min drive
  • Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional)
    41 min drive

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About the area

Glenwood Springs

When you stay at this vacation home in Glenwood Springs, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Glenwood Hot Springs and Iron Mountain Hot Springs. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Colorado River and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from South Canyon Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • South Canyon Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Glenwood Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Yampah Spa and Vapor Caves - 10 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Iron Mountain Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park - 18 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Glenwood Springs Station - 13 min drive
  • Vail/Eagle Airport (EGE) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vicco's Charcoalburger Drive-In - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family/Lrg Groups/King Bed/420/Hike/Bike/Ski/Raft/Firepit/Mountain Views

We give our guests privacy but are available when needed.

***PLEASE READ EVERYTHING BEFORE BOOKING TO ENSURE AN EXCELLENT TIME***

***No 3rd party bookings***

*You need good snow tires in winter!

***Please know before booking that check-out is at 10AM and you will need to place all your trash in the basement and wash and put away all your own dishes. A fee of $45/hour will be charged for neglecting to do dishes. We do provide disposable plates/cups/napkins and cutlery to assist. Hostess is widely available. We are happy to socialize with our guests but never wish to intrude. We provide a tour if you like or you may explore. Details provided in welcome book.

**Food delivery is sparse or non-existent. Please plan accordingly.

TOTAL OCCUPANCY: 12 PEOPLE

HOST RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DECLINE GUESTS WITH LESS THAN A 4 STAR REVIEW FROM PRIOR HOSTS. If that is you, please inquire of your hostess as we want your business and wish to clarify expectations for your stay.

Chakra/Canyon Creek area in Glenwood Springs, CO

THE EXPERIENCE:

Check-in: 3PM

Check-out: 10AM

*You may inquire the morning of your arrival if early check-in is available. Please plan accordingly.

[Sorry to lead with this...The GOOD STUFF follows!]

NOT FOR WILD PARTIES

WE ARE NOT DOWNTOWN~WE ARE 10 MINUTES WEST OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS IN A BEAUTIFUL CANYON ABOVE THE COLORADO RIVER AND HWY 70, SO YES, YOU WILL HEAR THE HIGHWAY FROM THE YARD. (We are halfway between rugged and domesticated.)

Family friendly ~ King bed in master; 2 queen bedrooms, 3rd room with twin beds and 2 queen pull-out couches; one in upstairs living room and one in the downstairs lounge: 7 total beds sleeping a total of 12.

Base rate is for 6 guests (adults and children; children are NOT free), additional guest are $25.00 each per night (automatically calculated when you put in number of guests).

12 people max- we are on a septic system, any more than 12 can cause thousands of dollars of damage. (We know this from experience.)

FOR FAMILY/MATURE ADULTS. Children/toddlers DO NOT stay free and are included in total HEAD COUNT, 12 people maximum (adults/kids). No additional guests without prior approval.

Dogs UPON APPROVAL: $50/dog.

Mid-century modern home off highway 70~You WILL hear the highway and sometimes the train.

Mountain/canyon views, wildlife, big yard, patio, grill, fire pit, seasonal waterfall, corn hole, yard toys, dog toys, etc.

Foosball table, large screen/ROKU, games, books, area info.

IMPORTANT: NOT FOR WILD PARTIES! FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS/MATURE ADULTS. ILLEGAL, ILLICIT BEHAVIOR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Garfield County Quiet Hours: 8pm-8am Note: You can enjoy music at a reasonably high level outdoors after hours and as loud as you want in the house. We offer a fire pit and plenty of split wood out back, on the patio, near the hot tub. We are tobacco and 420 friendly, outside. You may party all night, so long as you honor house rules~we want you to have a great time. You likely won't see your hosts unless you wish to. Sorry to lead with this information, but it has become necessary to ward off bad behavior. Your hosts are extremely chill and will leave you in peace~promise.]


If you have 12 guests staying, no others are allowed. We wish we could host more, but our systems won't allow it.

NOW THE GOOD STUFF:

Commanding 3 acres, the spacious Ries Canyon Creek House offers privacy & convenience, 10 minutes from downtown Glenwood Springs and all its attractions. Situated below The Flat Tops with mountain views, there's wildlife, an expansive yard, back patio under the trees, grill, fire pits, and lots of private nooks to explore! Multiple gathering and sittin' spots for all.

And YES! Even your own private water fall* flowing from the top of the back yard, under the massive pines and alongside the yard to the front, finally under a tiny bridge at the bottom of the yard. (*Seasonal offering, spring thru fall, based on irrigation needs and variable factors and owners' discretion. We will run it as often as we reasonable can!)

Spacious four bedroom, two bath home in Canyon Creek area with gorgeous mountain views. Ideal for large groups who want plenty of space to spread out as there are hidden nooks all over the property to relax together or apart.

The property though beautifully appointed and landscaped almost everywhere also offers a peaceful natural setting for reading, working, hobbies, crafts and games both indoor and out!

THE LAYOUT/AMENITIES:

An open floor plan in the living, dining and kitchen area allows the group to stay connected while spreading out and offers splendid natural lighting throughout with big windows and tremendous views!

Main level of home is mid-century modern in style, 1,768 sq feet; basement is 1,316 sq feet of finished basement with additional unfinished space/lots of storage. Basement has walk-in access from outside and secured storage for bikes, ski/boarding gear, guns, equipment, etc. Gas grill available on back patio. Mother Nature envelopes you here! Deer abound and you will hear lots of birds!!

3 bdrm/1 ba upstairs. Large screen w/ ROKU in living room; ROKU TV in master bedroom.

BASEMENT: carpeted lounge with foosball, large screen, bedroom, half-bath, laundry

*Lounge: flat-screen with ROKU, pull-out queen sofa (sleeps 2), 2 stuffed lounge chairs; accesses bathroom directly.

4th bedroom: Queen bed; private access to bathroom (walk-through closet)

Laundry area (soaps provided) and lots of secured storage in the unfinished side of basement.

PARKING: Shared driveway with security camera on all arrivals. [Camera is on driveway only! NO other cameras on property.]

We have plenty of parking! Please let us know if you have more than 4 cars. We have plenty of room for RV's, trailers, river/ski/cycling gear (secured), ATV's, horses*, etc.

*Must discuss in advance for arrangements*

THE SPACE

Large open kitchen floor plan leads to dining/living area (electric fireplace) with excellent natural lighting. This kitchen is well stocked with everything you need ~If you don’t see it, ask your hostess as she lives on-site and she probably has it or will be happy to get it!

Whole bean and ground coffee
Drip-coffee maker (and filters)
French Press
Cafetiere
Knives, lots of utensils for kitchen and bar
Cutting boards
Sheet trays, casseroles, bakeware
Pantry basics: coffee, spices, olive oil, vinegars, salt/pepper grind, condiments, flour, sugar, baking soda (yeast upon request)
Zip-lock bags, plastic wrap, foil
French press
Food processor
NO ICE MAKER
*Blender available upon request
Paper plates, plastic cups and flatware for patio or just easy clean-up

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

1st Floor:
Master bedroom, King bed (2 ppl)~Large screen ROKU TV
2nd bedroom, Queen bed (2 ppl)
3rd bedroom, Twin with trundle bed (2 ppl)
Living room, Queen pull-out (2 ppl)
4th bedroom, Queen bed (2 ppl)
Basement Lounge: Queen pull-out (2 ppl ); Smart large screen TV
Total allowed occupancy is 12 people.

DOGS UPON APPROVAL~site does not always collect properly so please be aware of our policies. ($50 flat fee per dog)

We are extremely pet friendly so long as your pets are friendly and house trained: $50/dog flat fee; site does not always collect properly, so please be aware and we can make arrangements through the site or Venmo in advance to confirm (or with prior approval, cash upon arrival). We have a large crate available. We provide blankets/linens to cover couches if you simply cannot keep them off the furniture.

GUEST ACCESS

You will have private access to the entire home, yard, patio, etc. Shared driveway with security camera. There is plenty of parking. Three(4 cars if you double park) cars may park at the very top of property allowing easy access for loading/unloading to side kitchen entry (up a set of stairs) and basement laundry (zero-entry) access to 4th downstairs bedroom too). We have room for more than 4 cars, so let us know if that is your group and we can take care of you.

GUEST ACCESS/INTERACTION WITH HOSTS

Owners, John and Bridget, live in an apartment above the detached garage (inaccessible to guests) with adult children and 3 friendly dogs separated from your yard (unless you want to let the dogs play together). We are very relaxed and easy-going. You may see us or our doing various maintenance/yard-work (as necessary and unobtrusively). We are all interested in ensuring your stay is safe, private and exceptional!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

For winter guests, Your vehicle needs to be well-equipped for snow-packed and winter road conditions.

And yes, there is room here to park your RV.

Your hostess knows a traveling beauty consultant (hair, nails, facials, etc.), yoga instructors, a Reiki Master and various other health and wellness specialists who are approved to serve our guests and will come to you so please inquire.

1 hour from Aspen
10 minutes to downtown Glenwood Springs
30 minutes to Gypsum/Eagle
30 minutes to Carbondale
20 minutes to Rifle
10 minutes to New Castle City market

You all may wish to pack robes and flip flops for when you take turns in the small 4-man hot tub or for the big hot springs in town if that is on your agenda!

Nearest grocery and liquor stores are in Glenwood to the east and New Castle to the west (New Castle is a little closer).

After dark during winter, you’ll see our neighbor’s crazy Christmas light display on your right, if coming from the east, just before the exit!! The stars lead you up to our driveway!

*You need good snow tires in winter!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a water park and a spa tub. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

John and Bridget Ries

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on property outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hunting nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sledging nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (278.7 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50 flat fee per pet upon arrival

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Family/Lrg Groups/King Bed/420/Hike/Bike/Ski/Raft/Firepit/Mountain Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family gathering home
Beautiful and unique property was perfect for our family gathering. Children from 3-15 enjoyed playing in the yard, soaking in the hot tub, chasing rubber duckies in the little stream. And everyone enjoyed the character and comfort of the house and furnishings. Bridget was a great host. So friendly and accommodating. Other hosts are her resident dog and cat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay in Glenwood springs
Amazing location and beautiful home. Located just a few minutes west of Glenwood springs. Our family and dogs loved the property and all of the sweet touches throughout the home. We would absolutely love to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy home with wonderful outdoor spaces
Bridget was a wonderful host! Spacious 4 bedroom farmhouse with everything you need. The beds were comfy and the views gorgeous! The property is fenced so it was perfect for our dogs to explore and play. Great outdoor patio spaces, clean hot tub, and new propane grill. Easy access to I70 and 10 min drive to town. Will definitely want to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Great location, with great property. Plenty to do at the house and not a far drive from all the entertainment!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nallely R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glenwood
Host are amazing. You don’t even know their next door. House is cozy and welcoming. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R., Leesburg, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hostess super friendly
Super easy check in and out. Hostess made our stay extra special with all the luxuries of home . Thank you for a wonderful stay however too short .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great saty
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Travel Soccer Team
The coaching staff and our boys had a wonderful time while we stayed at the house! Very spacious and accommodating. The property management was very friendly, laid back, and made you feel like family! They even helped our team with travel recommendations for the following day so that we could make it our Soccer game on time. We loved it! It was a wonderful experience and we would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in the mountains!!
We spent o e overnight while in town for the hot springs and adventure park nearby. The hosts were so kind and accommodating, bridget went above and beyond to make our stay great. Hot tub was really nice and clean, great mountain views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice landlord
The property was very clean and the decorating was very warm and inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Bridget was terrific. Really unique property, great location, home had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G., Indian Hill, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Glennwood
The outdoor space is perfect to sit and relax with your family. Great Fire Pit the back yard is very pretty. Great location right of the exit. Easy access to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
It is a fantastic property in a great location with amazing hosts. They were gracious and welcoming and did everything to make our stay easy and pleasurable. The house is very well outfitted for a family with a well stocked kitchen, plenty of linens and beach towels - everything to make a stay easy. Children and teens loved the game tables and hot tubs, the yard was beautiful and the common areas spacious. Our youngest especially loved the occasional visit from the neighbor dogs. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Awesome veiw
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We had a wonderful time at Bridget and John's VRBO. It is clear they put a lot of thought into details as this place was perfect for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Just a wonderful weekend retreat overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely and great for dogs and kids
We had a wonderful time here. The hosts are amazing, so kind and thoughtful. They even brought over toys for our grandsons to play with! Our pups had a great time exploring the huge yard and playing with the resident dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanner M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property and Amazing Hosts
We stayed over the weekend with family to attend a wedding at Sunlight Mtn Resort, and could't be happier. The house was big and beautiful, and the location was really amazing. The beds were really comfy, the kitchen had everything right down to a gourmet coffee bar, and the yard was gorgeous. The hosts were responsive, friendly, and really great people. Even the proximity to the interstate provided more comforting white noise than annoyance. Will absolutely stay again if we need a spot near Glenwood Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
I will be going back
Awesome little getaway for my 40th bday. John and Bridget were amazing and attentive from the start. House was very homey and accommodated my family and dogs. We will be going back again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulyses R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with your family
Bridget and John are the BEST, very polite and attentive, they try their best to make your stay feel more at home. Consider booking this property if in the area or want to travel outside of the city with your family. It won't disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
We selected this home in Glenwood Springs to celebrate Christmas with our grown sons and their families because our daughter-in-laws, who are from out of state, had never been to Glenwood. As Colorado locals, Glenwood is a favorite vacation spot. We are always amazed at the beauty of the canyon as we drive to town, we have enjoyed the hot springs pool since we were children, especially after a day of skiing, and we love the local history. While nation-wide flight cancellations prevented some of our family members from spending Christmas with us, we made the most of it and are glad we kept our plans. Our hosts, John and Bridget, graciously refunded the additional guest fees and were terrific communicators. Their directions helped us to find the house even on a dark and snowy night. The neighborhood was lit with festive Christmas lights and the house was warm and welcoming. This nastalgic and well-decorated home reminded me of the home I grew up in and was the perfect spot for our family to relax and enjoy time together. The living room and dining table provided plenty of space, we played foosball in the basement, board games at the table, and the beds were comfortable. During our stay in Glenwood, we enjoyed a delicious dinner at Juicy Lucy's Steakhouse, a western-themed restaurant in the historical center of downtown on the south side of the bridge. Great daily specials including seafood. Another favorite restaurant spot is the Italian Underground. The Glenwood Hot Springs Pool has always been a favorite stop, especially on a cold night, and prices go down after 6:00pm. The shops on Grand Avenue are always fun for window shopping and to find that special something. The Hotel Colorado is a must see! Built in 1893, the hallways are a museum to Teddy Roosevelt and the west. The hotel was incredibly decorated for the holidays and the Coppertop Bar is a perferct stop for Happy Hour daily from 4-6.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We had a wonderful stay! Perfect place for family gatherings. Beautiful land, quiet and secluded, but close enough to town. The owners were easy to communicate with and accommodated our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bday weekend
Everything was awesome price, site itself, the people were so nice and accommodating. We are definitely planning on coming back sooner then later
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D., Grand Junction, CO, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & comfortable
The home was clean and cozy, with plenty of room for our family of 6 adults and 2 dogs. The hosts were great at communicating & concerned with our comfort. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Location was perfect, only a few minutes’ drive to Glenwood Springs. Our whole family said they’d love to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve H., Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Place
Our whole family was comfortable and enjoyed our stay. The owners are great people.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021