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The Call of the Water. Isolated cabin on river in San Juan National Forest.

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books
Exterior
Aerial view
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Dolores, CO
  • Dolores River
    2 min drive
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    49 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort
    112 min drive
  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    38 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Dolores

When you stay at this cabin in Dolores, you'll be on the waterfront and within a 5-minute drive of Dolores River. .This cabin is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from San Juan National Forest and 14.4 mi (23.3 km) from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum - 23 min drive
  • Dolores River Brewery - 23 min drive
  • Anasazi Heritage Center - 28 min drive
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 49 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort - 112 min drive

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stoner Creek Cafe & Rv - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dolores River Line Camp - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Call of the Water. Isolated cabin on river in San Juan National Forest.

Positioned on 10 acres on the West Dolores River with 450 feet of river frontage and surrounded by national forest, you can fish for beautiful trout right out your door, or hike/hunt in the USFS land adjoining this property on two sides, kayak the river during the spring melt, inner tube during summer, mountain bike the nearby trails, or just enjoy the firepit and watch hummingbirds. Your call. This well-loved, river-front cabin can be your place to get away from it all. We invite you to get active, sit in the Adirondack chairs and enjoy the view up or down our valley, or both!

Amenities: Fully Provisioned Kitchen, Luxury Bedding, Plumbed Propane Grill, Wood Burning Firepit and Outdoor Seating, Free WiFi, and Smart TV.

In 2024, we partnered with Dolores River Anglers/Trout Unlimited and the Colorado Water Conservation Board in a bank restoration/trout habitat enhancement project for our 500 feet of water. 4 j-hooks, 9 boulder clusters, and a root wad provide excellent habitat for trout and great fishing.

Located where the Aspen begin to grow, the property is on both sides of the river and positioned conveniently near mountains and desert. Durango, Telluride and four corners are all about an hour's drive. Fish the West Dolores River on our property (recently improved habitat) and in forest property in both Dolores river valleys. Hike nearby trails like Bear Creek, Lizard Head, or Hope Lake. Mountain bike at Boggy Draw or Phil's World Bike Trails. Mesa Verde and Canyon of the Ancients are nearby. Watch wildlife, fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the river just outside your bedroom window. Unplug and unwind in our little valley.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Charles Robinson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not 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, 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

The Call of the Water Cabin
The Call of the Water Dolores
West Fork Dolores River Cabin
The Call of the Water Cabin Dolores

The Call of the Water. Isolated cabin on river in San Juan National Forest. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B., Deer Park

Liked: Cleanliness
Vinsan
Good. Very cozy and comfortable. All the convenience of modern life.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Retreat
Cute little cabin right next to the river and mountains. Beautiful location! Good communication from the host. It was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting
Property was a cute cozy cabin with enchanting views. The area is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Visit
This property was exactly as described, wonderful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Spot
My two teenage kids, my husband, and myself had the best time staying in this little cabin by the river. Everything was so clean and well stocked. We felt so comfortable in this cabin and we were in awe of the view out the windows. My husband is a contractor and noticed how well built the cabin is and loved the architecture of it. We couldn't have been more pleased with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Cabin location and layout is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

ron d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Water
Nice quite location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dolores Colorado cabin
This is a great cabin for a stay in Southwest Colorado. The West Dolores river is feet from the house. The cabin has been updated and has everything you need for a perfect stay. The host was very responsive. I was lucky to find this property for my vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain get-away
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. It was clean, well-stocked, and private. Charles was so responsive to all our questions....we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teddi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful!
Our stay at the cabin was wonderful! We had a glitch when checking in ( with the cleaning) and the owner was extremely responsive, took care of it ASAP, and gave us a bit of a refund for the inconvenience. The cabin was well equipped with everything we could possibly need. The location is convenient and the cabin is totally cozy! My only suggestion would be to improve the lighting with some lamps. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kurt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on the river
We really enjoyed our stay. Cabin is rustic but a perfect little getaway. Great location next to the river, private, quiet and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Very nice cabin, rustic feel but with all the amenities of home. Small problem with the water but Charles was all over it And found a solution within an hour.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
September stay
Really loved this property right on the river. Expansive windows. Even came with a 7 am squirrel wake up call dropping cones on the roof. Part of the rustic charm. :) Great location and private and close to so many beautiful places.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect escape!
Nature immersion with access to cute town and amazing trails. Very simple lodging didn’t distract from the gorgeous surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
Enjoyed this cozy cabin on the west Dolores River. It was very peaceful. Picked this cabin as a central location so that we could go to Durango, Telluride, Ridgway/Ouray and Silverton. The drives to these towns were spectacular. If you love the sound of water at night to help you sleep, this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

steve h., Riverton Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Getaway!
This place is great, we enjoyed being away from town, its easy to get to, in and out. Very clean and open, right next to the river. Only 13 miles into town. Very comfortable* * A 2" memory foam mattress topper would be a great addition, as this mattress is very firm. My bones would appreciate that!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Justine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Place to Enjoy Nature
We enjoyed our stay at this nice, quiet cabin on a river. The cabin was comfortable with great views of the river and the surrounding hills and forest. The cabin had all the necessary amenities, and we really appreciated the extensive information that the host provided about the area and things to do. The location is great for exploring Dolores, Cortez, Mancos, and Telluride. The only negatives we had were that the loft area was somewhat dusty with a resident spider and there wasn’t any way to walk along the river, as the banks were too rocky and obscured by brush and trees. Overall, it was a really nice place to get away and enjoy the nature and mountain towns of Southwestern Colorado. Thanks for sharing this great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and quiet
A true getaway, no TV or cell just the therapeutic sound of the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frankie R., Delta, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
A River Runs Through It
The large windows looking out over the W. Fork Delores River provided a very special view from sunup to sunset. We both took a try at fly-fishing. No luck, but near rookies holding the fly rod! Very relaxing and refreshing place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin T., Buckeye, Arizona, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Cabin
Great location, very clean and well equipped, quiet cabin on the river. We loved the location and Charles, the owner, was very accommodating and answered any questions we had. Thank you, Charles for a nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021