12 foot ceilings give the bedroom a spacious, airy feel.
Fully stocked kitchen with all the goods!
The open concept kitchen/living space offers bar seating for five, granite counter tops, ice maker, dishwasher and a double convection oven with air fry capabilities. Make a gourmet meal at your home away from home.
Two fold out couches with coffee table and cowhide rug.
Two fold out couch's, with a queen size air mattress lend lots of extra sleeping space!
Custom tile shower with organic body soap, shampoo and conditioner.
Organize all of your gear in the spacious walk-in closet.
The bedroom has amazing views directly from the king size bed!
Four corners art
Stellar sunsets over the Ute Mountain
Foal born on our property last year!
Rainbow over Mesa Verde from the driveway
You'll find a variety of flowers and plants in our garden!
Big views from the back yard.
Mulberry and Elderberries as well as perennial plants
Our mare Lilly and foal Mare-o-gold in front of Mesa Verde.
#Ranchatmesaverde
Locally Grown Cuisine
Our kid's horse Blueberry posing in front of Mesa Verde.
DOLORES RIVER FEST
SATURDAY, JUNE 1ST, 2024
JOE ROWELL PARK, DOLORES
10AM - DARK
Ask us for directions to the best picnic spot!
FESTIVALS! 
CORTEZ: 3rdTHURSDAYS
DOLORES: River, Summer,+iAM Music 
MANCOS: Rhythm + Roots, Music in the Mnts
DURANGO: Music in the mnts, TICOTIME, SanJuan Brew, Oktobrfest
TELLURIDE: Bluegrass, Blues+Brew, Jazz, Balloon, Wild West, Food+ Vine, Yoga
Carnival at Montezuma County Fairgrounds the beginning of June each year.
Artists at work during Mancos Burro Fest
Plein air burros @ Mancos Burro Fest in Boyle Park from 10am-4pm June 15, 2024.
Cliff dwellings in McElmo Canyon
Cliff dwelling horseback tour at Canyon Trails Ranch, McElmo Canyon
Pottery shards on guided horseback tour in McElmo Canyon at Canyon Trails Ranch
Horseback tours, Canyon Trail Ranch, McElmo Canyon
LOCAL FARMERS MARKETS
MANCOS: THUR 4-7
CORTEZ: SAT 7:30-11:30
DOLORES: WED 4-7
TELLURIDE: FRI 10:30-3:30
DURANGO: SAT 8-12
Farmers Market Finds. Locally handcrafted goatmilk soap.
Ask me for hiking and outdoor recreation suggestions. We love hitting the trails as a family. This Osprey backpack is available for those staying with small children!
Youth softball and baseball league games in the park, all summer.
Cowboy Poetry Gathering Parade
October 2-6, 2024
An assortment of books for your reading pleasure!

Ranch at Mesa Verde - Hot Tub, MVNP, Phil's World - Cortez

6 guests
1 bedrooms
1 bathrooms
640 Sqft
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About this place

Ranch at Mesa Verde - Hot Tub, MVNP, Phil's World

• Closest rental to Mesa Verde National Park entrance

• Modern guest house set in the old west

• Bright, airy open floor plan

• Explore private + peaceful 200 acres bordered by 1000s of acres of public land

• Breathtaking sunsets over the mountains

• Reconnect with nature and simplicity

• Direct access to world class mountain biking at Phil's world "Hippie Loop" via private gate

• ONLY 10 min to Cortez + 15 min to Mancos Downtown

The closest rental to Mesa Verde National Park entrance + Phil's World Trail system, you are perfectly positioned to explore Mancos, Cortez, Dolores + the 4 Corners from here. Take day trips to Durango (45 min away), Moab (2hrs away) and Telluride (1.5hrs away).

As you approach the house on the mile long driveway, horses gallop through the sagebrush, silhouetted by unforgettable sunset hues on the La Plata and Ute Mountains. An expansive ranch set on 200 acres, this stay features wide open pastures, 360 degree views, hiking trails + horses free-grazing on the range.

Perfect for a romantic getaway or a family trip, you'll find all the amenities needed for a memorable stay: a well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, quality linens, a hot tub AND endless country to explore just outside your door!

Spend your evenings taking a stroll as the sun sets. Hop in the hot tub with your morning coffee for a peaceful sunrise.

The property is bordered by 1000's of acres of BLM and state land and immediately adjacent to Phil's world - the mountain biking mecca of the Southwest!

As you approach the house on the hill, hidden in the trees, the vastness of the hi-desert is a stark reminder of the loneliness of the wild west and the freedom of the open range.

Sleeping configuration

Bedroom

1 king bed

Living room

2 sofa beds, 1 air mattress bed

What this place offers

57 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Hot Tub
Private Garden
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Desk
Desk chair
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Nearby activities

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Cycling
Hunting
Horseback riding
Walking
Nature Viewing
Bird Watching

Property Suitability

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Child friendly

  • Children's books and toys
  • Baby friendly
  • Crib/Pack 'n Play
  • High chair

Events allowed

No smoking allowed

Smoking is allowed outside of the home only.

No Parking

Plenty of room for trailers

Meet the Host

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Shelly

Owner

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Hi! I'm Shelly. I traveled extensively for my work as a critical care RN. Now I travel for pleasure with my wonderful husband Adam + daughters EvyLu + Calliope+Scarlett. We ride horses when we can. We love to travel and learn and see and do. It's our inspiration behind hosting others!
We have crafted our one of a kind stay to provide the ultimate experience in relaxation and recreation.
Response Rate
66%
Response Time
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Member Since
January 2023

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Scenic views

Ute and LaPlata Mountains and High Desert Views
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Location

Just off of hwy 160 with easy access to Mancos, Cortez, + Mesa Verde
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Getting around

You will need a car for transportation in the area.
Exact location provided after booking.

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4PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
11AM
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Max Guests
6 People
Including infants
Min Age
21
Primary renter
Not Allowed
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