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South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!

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Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Sun loungers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81056 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!

South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean mountain home within steps of the National Forest. If you are looking for an authentic Colorado rental hosted by actual knowledgeable locals, look no further! Our home affords easy access to the largest wilderness area in Colorado, whilst providing all the comforts of home. Whether you are here for the outdoor recreation or to just relax and escape from it all; come discover your paradise!

Property manager

Jacob Baer

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,056 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
2 total pets
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
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 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

About the area

Map
South Fork, CO

What's nearby

  • Rio Grande National Forest - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 33 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Old Firehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers BBQ - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande. Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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South Fork Shangri-La! Quiet and clean retreat steps from the National Forest! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!

Clean affordable, beautiful and so fun getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cozy!

Wonderful stay. Property was quiet and house was so cute. It had everything needed for a cozy vacation. Jacob made checking in and out easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice retreat

Very nice, clean and affordable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

As advertised... loved the location at the edge of the national forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family ski

It was just what we needed. Easy to get to. Those not skiing enjoyed just hanging out at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Fork VRBO

Great location! Great house! Truly enjoyed the stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for wolf creek skiing

Accurately described, clean, close to Wolf Creek Ski Area, and we loved the wildlife in the Area. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and serene

Our stay was very peaceful and serene! A great place to relax after a long day enjoying the great outdoors. We appreciated all the suggestions from the owners to select the perfect hike for us. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for our Christmas vacation!

We had the best time staying in South Fork for our Christmas vacation this year. We went skiing at Wolf Creek Ski area 3 of the days- it was a short and easy drive to and from the mountain. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

We had a wonderful stay cabin was clean and very comfortable! Can not recommend this host enough! He was so good to work with us thru ovstacles that arrived before our trip. We will definitely bppk here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

Perfect place for the three of us to get one last weekend at Wolf Creek. Looking forward.to booking it again next winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place!

I loved this place! Perfect size and very home like. Super Quiet neighborhood, I sat out on the porch at night to enjoy the beautiful sky and I was shocked at how quiet it was. Super clean. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

House was exactly as advertised. Our family had a great time and enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. We would definitely use again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Vacation

Amazing. Quiet and relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Home had everything we needed. The closed in porch was perfect for our dog in the evenings, especially since he is an outside dog. Was in an ideal location for four wheeling access to both sides of the highway. We really enjoyed the quiet neighborhood in the evenings. Thank You
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

shennanigans

being right against the national forest gave us plenty of opportunities to see wildlife and enjoy the night sky. property was in a great spot and local neighbors were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Cabin

The cabin was very comfortable and the area was quiet with beautiful views. The host was quick to respond and very attentive. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick trip to Wolf Creek

Took family on a quick trip to WCSA. Great to be able to stay in South Fork & just drive up. The home absolutely suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and beautiful scenery

Beautiful home, plenty of room , very well stocked with EVERYTHING!! We were concerned with this being our first VRBO with no air conditioning but the nights were very cool and slept well! Check in and out process was great and host beyond accommodating.. the only thing that would make it more enjoyable would be having a washer and dryer but there’s a laundromat in town. Very quiet at night and beautiful during the day!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, Easy Drive to Wolf Creek

The house was as listed and pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and spacious for family of 4

We loved the cozy yet spacious cabin and the outdoor property! Our family of 4 had plenty of space inside and enjoyed the deck. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and serve meals, including appliances and a grill. I really liked the location- just on the edge of the town of South Fork with close access to fishing spots on the Rio Grande and Beaver Creek. a coffee shop, and a wonderful Mexican restaurant, and an hour drive to the Great Sand Dunes. It was the perfect location for our trip through CO. The host was quickly responsive to all of our questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Treva J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

Enough room for my family of 7 with pets. Very cozy. It felt like a home away from home. Beautiful views. Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shangri La?

Nice cabin, but not as shangrila as photos make it appear. Neighbor is just accross the street and in the the construction business so no real shangri la… Jacob is very attentive and the stars are amazing. The deer and the open space behind the cabin are fantastic. Just don’t expect a great shower here. I have had better showers in in my high school. P.s. Roku tv is miserable as it is every where. Vrbo people stop using Roku and get star link or real satellite tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Fork

Everything was as advertised. Great scenery, cozy little warm house. Great walking area with lots of deer down out of the high range. My only request is that the downstairs bathroom should have a tall oval toilet that would accommodate handicap and tall people better. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023