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14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch

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Tucked away just 4 miles from downtown Cortez, Podunk's Ranch offers the best of both worlds: convenience and seclusion. This serene getaway invites you to spend your days exploring Crow Canyon Archaeological Center or hiking Hawkins Preserve, then unwind with a BBQ on the patio while watching cattle graze as the stars appear.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch

  • Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Fenced-In Pet Area | Gas Grill | 4 Mi to Downtown Cortez

    Experience the charm of country living at its finest at ‘Podunk’s Ranch’! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath house sits on a peaceful 40-acre ranch—perfect for small groups looking to unwind in Colorado’s wide-open spaces. Hike through scenic Hawkins Preserve, then kick back as cattle roam nearby and the stars put on a show in the clear night sky. It’s the quiet escape you didn’t know you needed!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    - Bedroom 1: 1 full bed
    - Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed, 1 twin floor mattress

    MAIN FEATURES
    - Dining table
    - Private backyard, outdoor seating
    - Gas grill

    KITCHEN
    - Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
    - Drip coffee maker, blender, toaster
    - Cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels

    GENERAL
    - Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
    - Washer & dryer
    - Free WiFi

    FAQ
    - No A/C
    - Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - Single-story home, 2 steps to enter

    PARKING
    - Driveway (2 vehicles)
    - Small RV/trailer parking

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - 14 miles to Mesa Verde National Park
    - 40 miles to Lone Mesa State Park
    - 11 miles to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
    - 8 miles to Phil's World Trailhead
    - 62 miles to Durango-La Plata County Airport

    -- 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/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
    - Pets must be leashed when outside due to the rural area and cows
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    - This single-story home requires 2 steps to enter
    - The property is not equipped with air conditioning
    - This property sleeps 3 guests in 2 beds, with room for 4 total by using the twin floor mattress

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Cortez is home to this holiday home. Notah Dineh Trading Company and Museum and Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cortez Cultural Center and Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. Cultural Park and Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Cortez travel guide
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Cortez, CO

What's nearby

  • Cortez Cultural Center
    Cortez Cultural Center
    8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
    8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Cultural Park
    8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio
    8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez
    9 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Maverik
    10 min drive
  • WildEdge Brewing Collective
    8 min drive
  • Maverik
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Ocean Pearl
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch located?

Situated in Cortez, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Notah Dineh Trading Company and Museum and Cortez Cultural Center. Cultural Park and Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anette R.

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

Ranch Stay

Nice stay right outside Cortez. Convenient and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Very relaxing stay

Our location to events for the weekend was perfect. This lovely little home contained everything we needed. Spotlessly clean and quiet quiet quiet. We were there 5 days and enjoyed all of them.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Comfortable, pleasant stay

This accommodation suited our needs for self catering ideally. It is clean, comfortable, well furnished and equipped with all our needs for cooking, etc. Location suited us well for visits to Mesa Verde NP, Durango and Silverton. Certainly a good place to stay and close to Cortez if one chooses to eat out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Quite & Cozy

I really enjoyed my stay, the house was clean & quiet. There was even farm fresh eggs & coffee in the fridge. The note left with a few local dinners made a couple of great breakfast spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Oasis in the Country

This house is a wonderful spot to kick back and relax. I highly recommend it for anyone that wants a cozy clean country home to decompress from city life.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA

Wonderful Country House

This was a wonderful little house in the country. It was a quiet little house perfect for my Mom and I . We had the front door open during a beautiful rain shower. The fresh air and the sound of the storm were amazing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne T.

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

It was PERFECT!

My husband and I loved staying at this house, and were so happy it was pet friendly! It was a perfect location to the Mesa Verde National Park, and surrounding areas! We enjoyed watching the cows and the Canadian Geese! The sunrises and sunsets were completely unobstructed, and were beautiful! We were able to meet the owner, and enjoy a cup of coffee with her. She's delightful! We were also able to purchase some of her beef from her ranch! BEST steaks we've ever had!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janice h.

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

Colorado adventure

We’ve been traveling a loop through the Rocky Mountains and enjoying the fall colors. We almost exclusively camped, and in October it got pretty cold. Then we went to mesa verde and took respite at this fine little house on a cattle farm. Made good use of the shower and laundry. The house was very cozy, bright and clean. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hostess was so helpful and the property perfect for accessibility to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed. Great place
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesli A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Visit with family in Yellow Jacket

The property was perfect for our needs! It was clean, comfortable, and inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Kelli

A great place in a quiet area, conveniently located near our family’s home. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Cozy comfortable house

This house was perfect for us. We were close to mesa verde and other Indian sites. The owners made it feel like a home. Very helpful and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Cozy, efficient, dog-perfect and cost effective

Quiet, clean, with beautiful landscape and dark nights. Hiking was close and the restaurants were universally great.The host was attentive and friendly - thanks Lanea for turning us on to your steaks.We will be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family

Wonderful house and host

I enjoyed the location, cozy cute home, and curious cows! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Cozy Farm House

Thank you. It was cozy, and the farm fresh eggs were a nice gesture.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Perfect peaceful retreat

Stayed here with my husband and 10-year-old kiddo. This is such a beautiful part of town. Wonderful little ranch with beautiful views. All the beds were super comfortable. Slept so well. Plenty of space for the three of us. Close to everything. We even met the owner on the way out and she was absolutely delightful. Warm and friendly. The pictures just don’t do it justice. Absolutely loved our stay here. Highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shana

Peaceful Podunk's

We had an amazing stay. This is the third time we have visited Podunk's so obviously we love it here. Our host is consistently available and helpful should we need her. We feel right at home, have everything we could possibly want or need in the home. We enjoy privacy and peace and have minimal travel to town. We enjoy the views and the livestock close by. We will definitely visit again and recommend this property and host to all travelers regardless of the nature of your travel. You will find it effortless to have the peace and comfort of a home when you stay here!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025