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Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point

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Property grounds
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Whitewater, CO
  • Place, Unaweep Canyon
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Mesa County Fairgrounds
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Colorado Mesa University
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Whitewater

In Whitewater .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Unaweep Canyon and 25 miles (40 km) of Dolores River. Colorado River and Hermosa Vineyards are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Unaweep Canyon - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Mesa County Fairgrounds - 39 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Two Rivers Convention Center - 45 min drive - 61.4 km
  • Colorado Mesa University - 46 min drive - 62.5 km
  • Colorado National Monument - 52 min drive - 71.3 km

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) - 52 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.

Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point

Thimble Rock Point, located in the heart of the Unaweep Canyon. If you listen close this sacred ground still echoes footsteps of the past. At first glance it is raw and rugged, a place where wildlife still roam free and skies stretch beyond the horizon. But it is also a place of calm. Here the natural world dominates in every direction, you feel it immediately and your senses take over. Go with it, embrace it and breathe in all it has to offer.

Getting there: Traveling by car? Colorado state highways are well maintained year-round. Even so, we encourage travelers to check road conditions (CDOT) in advance for possible delays or closures. Snow plows are quick to respond to winter storms. However from November thru March all wheel drive or 4wd is required to access the A-frame.    



The closest Airport is in Grand Junction, CO.  Grand Junction Regional Airport Another option Montrose Regional Airport



What is Thimble Rock? Thimble Rock is a 1200' monolith that rises from the canyon floor (that's the equivalent height of the Empire State building). It is the star of the show and you can't miss this behemoth with views from the A-frame, aka Thimble Rock Point. Composed mostly of granite this enormous out cropping is the most impressive monolith in the Unaweep Canyon.  

 Our space was built for the traveler who seeks more than shelter but an experience, the magic at Thimble Rock will evoke feelings of nostalgia, romance and the yearning to explore. Here you will be surrounded by public lands. The area offers a host of nearby activities with accommodations designed for multi-day stays. There is ample parking adjacent to the A-frame and enough room for full size vehicles to park and turn around. Trailers are NOT allowed. My interaction with guests is schedule dependent. However I typically make myself scarce unless I'm needed. In which case I do my best to always be available by phone. In addition to the resources found on our site you will find a house manual at the onsite for specific operations or instructions.

As you might have guessed the neighborhood is quite rural. There are typically miles between homes and other than a yurt on the property there are no other structures. Highways connect various small town across western Colorado and Utah. Unless you are traveling deep into the backcountry 2-wheel drive is all you should need. Some dirt/gravel roads are passable with 2wd however it is dependent on the season so always check road conditions first. Again during the winter months 4wd is required.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 218 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Thimble Rock Pointe Whitewater
693745
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point to the airport?

This vacation home is 37.5 mi (52-min drive) away from the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point to downtown Whitewater?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi away from Whitewater.

Journey to Thimble Rock Point, Journey to Thimble Rock Point Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

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

Great stay with an exceptional location.

Excellent stay! The owner had great communication, both before and during the rental. It is in a really beautiful place with awesome views, well appointed, comfy beds and great extra touches to enhance the experience. I wanted to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful hideaway

Loved this cabin! Beautiful place. Quiet and secluded. Exactly what we needed. Amazing place to check out and get away from it all. Looking forward to going back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conrad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view and setting were as magical as the web description. Our cat particularly enjoyed being able to watch hummingbirds and chipmunks at eye level from the side windows.The host was excellent and coordinated work he was doing elsewhere on the property so that we were not disturbed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Robert M.

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

Owner cancelled, no notice until I sent repeated requests

Terrible experience! Owner double booked the rental and did not inform me until I sent repeated requests for arrival info - it was cancelled late the night before my arrival. Following is the facts (no opinions) for anyone to evaluate: Reservation was made on Feb 12 and paid in full. Feb 12/13 received confirmation of reservation and communication from Nick, the owner. Reservation was for 5 nights from April 17-22. On April 14 sent request to owner (via VRBO) for access info. No reply. On April 16 (early in the day) sent a repeat request to owner (via VRBO) for access info. No Reply. Later on April 16, I sent another request to the owner for access info. No reply. Later that night I called the owner's phone and left a text message indicating that I needed the access info. Received a phone message from Nick stating "please give me a call". Called and talked with Nick about 9-10 PM (we are leaving early the next morning to stay at his rental). He said there is someone staying at the rental for the first night of our reservation and it is not available. He blamed the double booking on another rental site. He stated that my booking was made first, and said nothing about why I was not notified of any problems with my reservation. He did apologize for the problem, but had no solutions. Our reservation was cancelled later that night and our money has been completely refunded.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Magical place in the middle of nowhere

My husband and I and two boys, ages 7 & 8, stayed here for 3 nights in July. What a perfect stay it was. The boys were able to explore the mountain the property is on, we grabbed all our groceries before arriving so we didn't have to leave. Everything needed to cook is in the kitchen. The gas grill was great for quick grilling. The scenery is just stunning, especially at sunrise. The only thing that troubled us a tiny bit is the a/c unit being over one of the beds. If the a/c is needed and turned on at night, it makes it really really cold for the bed that it's over. But the weather here is really nice in the evenings so it's not necessary to turn on a/c but we are from Houston and the blankets were a but thick for us. We will most definitely stay here again if we come back to this side of CO!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021