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Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Buena Vista, Colorado
  • Arkansas River
    1 min walk
  • Buena Vista River Park
    2 min drive
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum
    4 min drive
  • Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)
    46 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Buena Vista

With a stay at this villa in Buena Vista, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Arkansas River and a 2-minute drive from Buena Vista River Park. .This villa is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Buena Vista Heritage Museum and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Arkansas River - 1 min walk
  • Buena Vista River Park - 2 min drive
  • Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 4 min drive
  • Cottonwood Hot Springs - 15 min drive
  • Mt. Princeton - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jan's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crave - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Simple Eatery & Spoon It Up - ‬2 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.

‘Riverheart Retreat’ - One-of-a-Kind Villa!

The perfect setting for a family holiday or couple's retreat, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Buena Vista villa is bound to provide an unforgettable stay. Tucked away along the Arkansas River, this vacation rental offers a tranquil, secluded ambiance and unique, individual accommodations to meet your group's every need. The sun-drenched solarium will beckon you to curl up and relax with a good book, while the private hot tub will provide a blissful soak after a day packed with outdoor adventures!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Hot Tub | Mountain & River Views | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

HOUSE FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, solarium w/ plant garden, en-suite kitchenette, dining tables, wood-burning fireplace, books, board games, artwork
OUTDOOR SPACES: Riverfront lounge space w/ dining areas, patio w/ dining set & gas grill, backyard w/ dining set
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar w/ seating, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, knife set, drip coffee maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Step-free access, no A/C, pet fee (paid pre-trip, 2 pets max)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV/trailer parking
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: Three additional properties are available with separate nightly rates (all are within 1 mile from this property). If you would like to reserve the other rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

SIGHTSEEING ADVENTURES: Browns Canyon Rafting (1.1 miles), Buena Vista Mountain Adventures (1.2 miles), Buena Vista Whitewater Park (1.6 miles), The Adventure Company (1.6 miles), Performance Tours Rafting (1.8 miles), Browns Canyon Adventure Park (5.4 miles)
HIKING TRAILS: Barbara Whipple Trailhead (1.6 miles), South Cottonwood Trailhead (8.5 miles), Silver Creek Trailhead (8.5 miles), Mt. Princeton Trailhead (9.4 miles), North Cottonwood Creek Trailhead (10.0 miles), Avalanche Trailhead (10.7 miles)
SKI RESORTS: Monarch Mountain (38.9 miles), Ski Copper (44.8 miles), Breckenridge Ski Resort (59.6 miles), Keystone Resort (77.2 miles)
BUENA VISTA (1.3 miles): Shops, restaurants, breweries, museums, historical sites, scenic lookouts
AIRPORT: Denver International Airport (144 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are 2 additional, portable half bathrooms available in the carport
- NOTE: This property is located on the edge of town and is surrounded by wildlands, bordering creeks, rivers, and wetlands. Please be cautious and do not let your children run wild here as it is a natural environment with various biting or stinging nettles, insects, and wildlife around the area
- NOTE: If you see wildlife, please do not approach or feed them
- NOTE: Watch your steps carefully, while walking around the area. We suggest using walking sticks or ski poles when traversing the area
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
Make yourself comfortable in this villa, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen makes it easy to prepare your meals. Conveniences include a desk and a washer/dryer.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

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 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

Property is also known as

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NEW! One of a Kind Riverfront Buena Vista Retreat!
NEW! One-of-a-Kind Riverfront Buena Vista Retreat! Villa
NEW! One-of-a-Kind Riverfront Buena Vista Retreat! Buena Vista

‘Riverheart Retreat’ - One-of-a-Kind Villa! Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Douglas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Buena Vista hideaway
Quirky and interesting property in an excellent location. I enjoyed the details and care that went into building and decorating this house. Someone spent a lot of time and love on this place. I enjoyed our stay. Whoever that someone was, they obviously haven't been involved with the property for a decade of two. The current operator is clearly trying to monetize it with the absolute minimum of investment. Kitchen seems to have been kitted out with garage sale rejects. Some light fixtures don't work, others have a random mix of bulbs with different color temps. Some smoke alarms were missing. Towels and linens may have been bought at a garage sale as well! Since they are charging at the higher end for a rental place, they need a little more investment in the details.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, unique accommodations, needs a spring cleaning
Overall, we had a great stay at the Riverheart retreat. It had a great location right on the river with a great adobe style villa. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy the property. Check in was easy and property management was friendly. Our only trouble was that upon arrival the home still needed cleaning (floors/rugs not vacuumed and dishes needed additional washing), which was disappointing given the cleaning fee. We still had a great time and would consider returning if the cleaning issue is resolved. Definitely a great place to unwind, listen to the river and take in the stars from the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Getaway!
Overall, it was a great stay! Because of the fence and the trees, we kept forgetting we were just off the road. The trees and the river behind the river is a difficult view to beat! Even when it was brisk, we spent a lot of time outside. The house was exactly how it looks online. That front area is very unique and it felt very cozy and comfortable. One morning we saw three deer grazing on the grass in the front. What a view! There are some aspects with it being an old house that I feel like could be improved. Its difficult to have central heating, so we understood, but we only found two electrical heaters (and one of them screamed when it was on). We were told of different rooms they were in, but it sounds like most of them were in the external cabin we did not get. The other piece of it was the kitchen. We loved the stain glass cabinet doors, but we were REALLY nervous opening and closing the cabinets because the stain glass shook. They seemed like they were one close away from falling off and shattering. Theres also not a whole lot of storage space in the kitchen, which is an issue because the kitchen utensils provided are very bare bones. We brought some in anticipation, but we didnt really have anywhere to put it. Other than those thints, the place was amazing! It had PLENTY of room for everyone to sit. The hot tub helped take off the slight brisk temperature of the home. The backporch area was my personal favorite when the wind made it too cold. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

Interesting home
Very interesting and beautiful area with wonderful views of the river and mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Francesco F.

Awful
Temp in house was 47 degrees on arrival. Owner was unable to get sufficient heat in common areas and admitted one bedroom was un-heatable/unusable due to cold. We left the property 30 mins after arrival. Management company and owner will not cooperate in providing full refund. Renter beware!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Barbie R.

Wonderful house. Great communication with owner.
Renting was easy. We left a written list of suggestions for the owner to help elevate this place to a greater level!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Dreyer Family
Our family stayed here for a short weekend. It was absolutely wonderful. We loved the eclectic feel. There were so many Knick-knacks to look at and art on the walls. We had fun just finding new things! The WiFi didn’t reach out to the smaller cabins so we all ended up staying in the main house. The kitchen was adorable and they had everything we needed to make a large family dinner. There was a fire pit around back that we used, and you can’t beat being right on the river. My husband fished and me and the teen kids walked up the river in water shoes and floated back down. We had a wonderful time and would totally stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Riverheart Retreat" perfect description
Truly one of the most interesting and perfectly located homes we've ever visited. The kitchen was a perfect size for a crowd and plenty of unique little areas for just "hanging out." In need of a little TLC but after spending many hours listening and enjoying the river, it truly is a "riverheart retreat."
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle C., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property, great location!
The grounds outside were beautiful and the home itself is very unique. The hot tub was very nice and clean and the living area space is comfortable and cozy. The owner reached out right away to check-in which was great. The location was great however, getting down to the river is somewhat steep and can be tricky if it rains or is dark. The bathroom situation was challenging, there is only 1 full bathroom in the main level so everyone in our group primarily used that one which was fine but the 2nd one is upstairs in the loft area and it’s very small. There are also single stairs/steps everywhere so that was not ideal for my 15m nephew. None of the sheets/towels really match which wasn’t a big deal but if that is something you like just be prepared. Overall it was a fine property to be at while enjoying BV!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

BIlly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place is OK.
The description says there are 2.5 bathrooms. I don't think that is accurate. There are 2 toilets and 2 showers in the main house. The bathrooms are dated and doable but thought they could be upgraded a bit. A .5 bathroom to me would mean there was another toilet in the house. There is not, Lots of sinks but only 2 toilets. There are two Portable Toilets, literally. Not sure why they don't build another bathroom outside where other 2 cabins are. Also, the listing says 6 bedrooms and some places 7 bedrooms. There are really 3 bedrooms in the house (there is a nook with a pullout couch - would not call that a bedroom). There are 3 cabins outside. 2 of them seem like ones we can use. We were told that the other outdoor room (looks like the old-garage) could not be used. It was very cluttered anyway and did not look like a place that would work to sleep in. Lot's of couches but all old and uncomfortable. So I would say there are only 5 room. But who knows? The beds and linens are old and OK. Would be great for them to upgrade these. The outside has a ton of potential. However, the outdoor furniture seems to be all over the place. The location off the river is awesome! Great shade and places to congregate with the family. The management organization does a good job of sending details you need. I just thought for the price the place would be a little sharper (linens, outdoor furniture and layout).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joyous Retreat
Amazingly eclectic gem on the river! The history and character of this special space were so unique and truly a space for retreat and respite. Our group was able to hike, run, bike, and hot spring right from front door!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

abby m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quirky house by the river
We won't forget this place! We had a fantastic time - drop dead mountain view in one direction, direct access to the Arkansas River in the other, and more unique decor than you can shake a stick at. It was a great place for a long weekend. We saw tons of shooting stars from the hot tub, too, what a treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Time
Stayed here for a week getaway and had a great time. House was good location to stores and to nearby hikes. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea T.

Artsy house on the river
This house is so unique and interesting! It’s location on the river will have you searching for vacation properties of your own. Cabins are a great spot for kids, but less ideal for adults wanting bathroom access and a larger bed. Main house has three bedrooms and one room with a pullout sofa. This will be our go to place on our next trip to Buena Vista. Excited to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

mary h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022