Title: Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57350600/57350549/40ed55cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57350600/57350549/51e75f8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57350600/57350549/bf15a317.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57350600/57350549/e755a4bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57350600/57350549/ee05d957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of a four-generation family ranch, Aspen Grove Cottage offers a serene retreat amidst the Sangre de Cristo mountains. With an open concept design, this two-story cottage features 4 bedrooms and a large front porch perfect for taking in the mountain views or relaxing with your loved ones. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky \*Aspen Grove Cottage\* (located in front of the Aspen Grove Bungalow) -Newly and thoughtfully renovated, furnished, and stocked, our luxury cottage sits on a working ranch with views of The Sangre de Cristo mountains that will not disappoint. This is an open concept, two story cottage with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a large front porch complete with rocking chairs to soak in all those views. Open pastures roll up to the base of the Rockies just outside the front door, and true to its namesake, an aspen grove surrounds the north and west property lines. There is plenty of room for your family or group to relax, catch up, cook, and enjoy the solitude and adventure this special property offers. Nestled in the heart of our four-generation family ranch, we are located in the southern range of the Rocky Mountains beloved by locals and travelers for its abundance of adventure, International Dark Sky, and purple mountain majesty. We’ve taken care of all the details so you can cozy up, take in those mountain views, and discover everything the valley has to offer: Mountaineering, hiking, summiting a 14er, fishing, rafting, and hunting... to name a few... Enjoy all the charm and heritage of the ranch from abundant wildlife to Spruce, Aspen, and Pondarosa pines to miles and miles of pastures rolling up to the base of the Sangres. Want to take the day to lounge or wind down at the end of it? We offer complimentary Wifi and a flat screen TV that you can stream your shows on from your phone at each location. We’re near Westcliffe, the Rainbow Trail, and the Arkansas River with easy access to the Royal Gorge, Canon City, and Salida. Book your stay today and see why we keep coming back to the ranch year after year! Need more room? Consider also reserving the Aspen Grove Bungalow located behind the cottage. Both units are on the lovely Aspen Grove grounds and share a large parking area. Cottage and Bungalow guests enjoy porch views from opposite sides of the property and have both reported enjoying the solitude and privacy they are seeking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Birdwatching 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 - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 1,700 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### 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 ### 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charming Cottage mountain Valley Views dark Sky Charming Cottage-mountain & Valley Views-dark Sky Cottage Charming Cottage-mountain & Valley Views-dark Sky Westcliffe 78227 ## About the area Westcliffe is home to this cottage. Smokey Jack Observatory and Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore McIntyre Hills Wilderness Study Area and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Westcliffe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westcliffe.dx173515) [View more Cottages in Westcliffe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Westcliffe-Cottages.d173515-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.25875%2C-105.62504&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FAUMczmjNRCHYfkXnjXRNGHUsIw=) Westcliffe, CO ### What's nearby - The Historic Beckwith Ranch - 13 min drive - 9.6 miles - Cotopaxi City Park - 22 min drive - 13.9 miles - Smokey Jack Observatory - 22 min drive - 16.9 miles - Silver Cliff Museum - 24 min drive - 18.1 miles - San Isabel Lake - 55 min drive - 22.4 miles ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky located? > Situated in Westcliffe, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of The Historic Beckwith Ranch, McIntyre Hills Wilderness Study Area and Cotopaxi City Park. Arkansas River and Journey Quest are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Cottage-Mountain & Valley Views-Dark Sky Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary D. 12 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome fall trip This place was perfect for oir girls weekend, close hiking, beautiful colors and elks in rut just over the hill, so magical. ##### Mary D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle B. 15 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Great customer service, great location, quiet and beautiful surroundings, clean house. Everything my family of 7 was looking for on our vacation. ##### Kyle B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Constance B. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wet Mountain Valley Gem This property is a sweet old farm house, comfortable and beautifully updated. Views are unbelievable…worth getting up early for sunrise on the mountains. ##### Constance B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim M. 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend We absolutely loved it here. The views are incredible and the house was very clean and cozy. Beds were very comfortable which is not always the case with rentals. 15 minute drive to Westcliffe and 40 minutes to Salida. We will be back for sure! ##### Jim M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve H., Kentucky, USA 15 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful surprise The photos on the listing don't do this cottage justice. The outside is plain for sure, and sits on a dirt road. Didn't expect the dirt road being from the Cincinnati OH area. But, the house was wonderful. The inside is nicely done with an open first floor plan and the accomodations were comfortable. We were there for a wedding at Hillside, about a mile away. Perfect spot. We were about 15 miles out from downtown Westcliffe, where we did our grocery shopping and dining. No 5 star ding spots, but some pretty good ones. I would definitely rent this place again! ##### Steve H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. 20 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family stay in the mountains This wonderful house on a ranch is remodeled with guests in mind. Every area is comfortable and homey. We appreciated that there were two bedrooms with twin beds and two bedrooms with queen beds. This suited our family of young adults well. The kitchen is spacious and open to the living room. It is well equipped for preparing meals. The bathrooms were fresh and clean. The house has charm and the views are spectacular! The view from the front porch of snow capped peaks made us feel like we were staying in a screen saver. We saw elk right across the road. I appreciated enough towels, toilet paper, and supplies for a week. My family highly recommends staying at this house on a ranch. ##### Linda S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan G. 19 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place, Great Location Absolutely loved the property!! Jen responded quickly to questions I had regarding my stay. During our stay we had a large herd of Elk across the road in the evening and again in the morning. ##### Ryan G. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley K. 31 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So much fun!! The perfect little house for a getaway. Thank you to the wonderful hosts! ##### Ashley K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig D., Parker, CO 23 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house This place is great as a base for exploring local attractions. ##### Craig D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron T. 23 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Excellent property and very nice - hosts are wonderful and everything is as you would expect ##### Aaron T. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blair W. 14 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet seclusion This place was just what the kids and I needed. Plenty of space for us to settle in. Kitchen was furnished well and allowed plenty of meal prep and cooking. Quick access to the Sangre de Cristo mountain range and San Isabel National Forest. Night skies there are unparalleled. ##### Blair W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan L. 4 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall great place It was nice to get away with some friends and the place was better than anticipated. Great communication and instructions. ##### Ryan L. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ginny Y. 25 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### October Stay with Family The cabin was cute , cozy, clean and the views out every window was delightful to see with the changing of the leaves! Had a great time and would definitely stay again when the opputunity arises! ##### Ginny Y. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith G. 3 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful We had a wonderful, relaxing time. Great place away from everything!!! ##### Keith G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell J. 16 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place with a great view - great stargazing Very nice place - quiet and secluded. Easy drive to Canon City and activities. Great walks in the morning with clear sky. Night sky is very dark with wide field of view - great stargazing! Ideal location to get away. All as expected from listing - but check first to see if you can access laundry if staying less than a week. We very much enjoyed the stay and definitely plan to return! ##### Russell J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve P. 8 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic place for a retreat This spacious cottage is beautifully renovated and very comfortable. We came down for a wedding so unfortunately weren't able to just lounge and chill. Looking forward to returning to just relax! ##### Steve P. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin G. 26 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay. Clean and very nice house. Quick responses from the property manager. Will stay there again. ##### Justin G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda C. 23 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful ranch home My husband, 2 kids and my parents and I stayed at Aspen cottage. It had everything we could have needed! The kitchen is well stocked, beds were soo comfortable, and the house was spotless. We loved sitting on the rocking chairs on the front porch after our days of exploring. Mule deer and elk were right across the field. We could hear coyotes howling as it got dark. It was very peaceful and we loved that our kids had a yard and space to run and play. Jen the manager was so easy to communicate with, responded very promptly and made our visit great. We appreciated everything aspen cottage had to offer and would LOVE to come back and visit. ##### Amanda C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda R. 6 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and beautiful remodeled farm house. We had a lovely stay in this clean and beautiful home. The kitchen was especially nice with a nice big island. The views are spectacular. Be aware there are no blow dryers in the bathrooms and there is not an iron or ironing board available. ##### Linda R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda U. 25 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful We loved the remote location, we loved the quiet and peaceful view off the front porch. We hiked just up the road to Balman Reservoir, kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Traveling with a 1 year old and we were all comfortable and loved this home! ##### Amanda U. 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