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Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River.

Howard vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Howard, CO
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Poncha Springs Disc Golf Course
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Monarch Ski Area
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Howard

On river.Stay at this Howard vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Arkansas River and 2 miles (3 km) of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Cotopaxi City Park is within 12 miles (20 km) and Riverside Park is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Poncha Springs Disc Golf Course - 32 min drive - 36.4 km
  • San Isabel National Forest - 34 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Monarch Ski Area - 58 min drive - 68.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dusty Rose Roadhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Eggie Acres - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Howard’s Cafe - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River.

Rancho Hacienda is delighted to welcome you to this spacious 4-bedroom riverfront home, designed for complete comfort and relaxation. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully arranged retreat:

Imagine waking up to the beautiful view and a gentle, rhythmic sound of the Arkansas River flowing. Nestled in the heart of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Rancho Hacienda offers a spacious and luxurious four-bedroom sanctuary designed for complete comfort, relaxation, and unforgettable Colorado memories.

Step inside to discover a beautifully crafted custom interior equipped with state-of-the-art appliances and every modern comfort you need for a true home away from home. Central heating and air conditioning ensure the home remains perfectly cozy through crisp mountain autumns, snowy ski seasons, and warm summer afternoons. Designed to accommodate 10 guests with ease, the sleeping quarters offer flexible luxury for your entire group. The retreat features two king bedrooms—including a master suite with its own private full bathroom—along with a third bedroom offering a queen bed, a fourth room equipped with two full size bunk bed, and a comfortable full size sofa bed in the living area. With one additional full bathroom and a convenient half bath, everyone enjoys all the space and privacy they need.

After a morning spent fishing along the riverbank right outside your door, spend your afternoon gathering with loved ones in the open-concept living area or stepping out onto the massive wrap-around deck. From here, you can breathe in the crisp mountain air and soak in heart-warming, panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.

Adventure is always close at hand. Situated just minutes from Highway 50, you are only a quick 15-minute drive from the charming town of Salida, 30 minutes from winter skiing at Monarch Mountain or relaxation at Mount Princeton Hot Springs, and 50 minutes from Cañon City. For those traveling from afar, the home is a smooth two-and-a-half-hour drive from Colorado Springs.

Whether you are unwinding after a day of alpine exploration or simply taking in the peacefulness of the river, Rancho Hacienda provides the ultimate luxury basecamp. Inquire and book your stay and make your next holiday one for the books!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

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"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 8:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 5:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Prestige Mountain View With a Relaxing Waterfront River
Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront River Howard

Frequently asked questions

Does Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River.?

Check-in begins at 8:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River. to downtown Howard?

This vacation home is 1.5 mi away from Howard.

Prestige Mountain View with a relaxing Waterfront at Arkansas River. Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the property

We enjoyed fishing and wading in the river. We cooked outside and ate on the lovely deck. At night the outdoor lights were perfect for us to hang out on the deck. The children had a great time. Would recommend to all families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Christmas 2022

We enjoyed our time in Howard while skiing in Monarch. The house worked well for our family! Loved the setting on the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing location!

Perfect getaway vacation home for families! The home is beautifully furnished and provides plenty of space for a large group - both inside and outside on the gorgeous deck! Had a few glitches (mainly just bad luck) and found the host (or hosts) to be a bit slow in responding to questions or issues! All in all, a great trip and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Respite on the Arkansas

Such a LOVEly view of the world in the beautiful peaks of Howard. The Mediterranean vibes of this classic estate allowed stories to unfold. The privacy within this living space was accentuated by the expansive porch and the river front. Each amenity added a comfort of living in luxury. The intricate woodwork design unified this cool property! Gratefully—
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Terrible start, ok end, no hottub as advertised on the

Unfortunately we arrived that evening to uncleaned home. I called the host and did not receive a call back, until noon the next day. That night we were on our own. We stripped the beds, washed all the sheets and towels, vacuumed and spot cleaned the restrooms, ourselves. the house cleaner did come the following day for all the rest. There was NO hot tub, as stated in the listing. It is “tired” property, my guess run by a management co.... the heat is very uneven from room to room. The pluses were; Beds were comfortable, spaces large were large with plenty of room, and the restroom supplies were generous. In the end they did compensate us some. if the Hot tub mentioned was there it would have made the stay much more tolerable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Adequate But Not Spectacular

The Good: - 3 car garage - Comfortable beds - Scenic view - Proximity to Salida/Monarch The Bad: - Low water pressure - Tempermental hot water - Condition of the exterior of the house Pictures of the house online are obviously outdated. When we drive up to the property, we honestly all thought it was an abandoned house. Metal fence/gate broken and falling over, paint peeling off the house, broken window in the garage, metal railing around perimeter of the back deck looks dangerously unstable, metal staircase down to gazebo/lawn seriously dangerous in cold weather. Was relieved that the interior was more as represented online. Somewhat dated, but clean. Heat works fine. Beds were comfortable. Internet signal was strong. Water pressure was low but thats probably nothing they can control. Water was sometimes hot but other times just warm regardless of what order you took showers. Could have been better stocked for those that want to cook. No dish cloths, one dishwasher pod, no papertowels and only cursory toilet paper. Had to figure out that the water taps to the washer had been turned off before we could do the laundry. Property was adequate but would not stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Riverside deal in Colorado.

This property is perfect for people wanting to stay ON THE WATER and have easy access to Salida. There is even a breakfast diner two minutes away in Howard! The views off each side of the house are absolutely incredible. The river is not only fishable from the property’s private beach, we caught trout right right away on my birthday! The check in and out was easy and the house is secluded from neighbors but not far from civilization. Perfect for a unforgettable vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FibArk weekend with friends

We had 3 families together for the FibArk weekend in mid June. This property was great and comfortably fit everyone! Celica was very easy to communicate with and we got in no problem. We spent most days in and around Salida to watch FibArk festivities downtown as well as doing some biking and rafting ourselves. This home was great to come back to at the end of the day. We cooked breakfasts and dinner together too. We used the grill one night and all watched the Avs playoff game. Would definitely recommend! Clean and comfortable home in quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Salida arkansas retreat

The house was nice but it wasn't set up for groups that want to cook a lot.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful views and very nice property

This was an excellent location and we enjoyed our stay very much. Our group were five adults in the same family here for a fishing/guys weekend. We hung out on the deck at the end of each day and enjoyed the scenery and company. Bring bug spray during mosquito season. The only concern we had was the low water pressure in the bathrooms made it difficult to take quick and thorough showers as the spray was very light. Especially for the price we paid, this should not have had this issue. If this was fixed, it would have rated 5 stars. The property was clean and the setting superb. Overall, it was just what we needed for the long weekend. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view!

Large house, large deck with beautiful views, and fishing. It's close to shopping, River rafting, and many other activities. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Too many issues to relax

This house is in a beautiful location on the Arkansas river with lots of room for friends and family and a foos ball table in the garage that was a favorite. It had promise to be the base for a carefree getaway. Unfortunately, numerous issues left us feeling like we were dealing with the house as much as relaxing. Do not book here if you want or need reliable wifi; we had several teens coming off a camping trip who were disappointed when the wifi did not work. The microwave didn’t work and one of our party kept getting locked in her bedroom (when she just closed but didn’t lock the door) and had to pound on the door every morning to be let out of her room. Finally, though this was no fault of the host, both the power and water went off for our last night, so we had to pack in headlamps. The host was responsive to our initial wifi issues but slow or unresponsive to a pre-trip question and other issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family memories

Amazing! With the exception of the WiFi and getting locked in the front bedroom! 👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for 2 families

Great house, great space for my family and my brother's family!! Conveniently located for skiing Monarch Mountain and site seeing the Arkansas river and the town of Salida.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View with Great Accomodations

Lovely ranch style home with amazing views of the Colorado mnts. It snowed and was chilly while we were there so couldn't really enjoy the massive deck. But we sure enjoyed views of the mnts and the Ark river. Great set up and layout for our family. Perfect getaway during these times. Enough space for teens and kids too. Kitchen set up with everything you need from plates to pots and pans. Rustic and beautiful. Close to Salida to pick up essentials. We had a great time and enjoyed this home. Thank you for a wonderful much needed escape.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Highway Proximity

The picture through the railing was deceiving. Highway 50 is very close and noise from that out did the river. We did see deer and turkeys across the highway. Did not mind finishing up the towels or emptying the dishwasher when we got there at all. House was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Fly Fishing Location

Perfect fly fishing location right on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020