You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub!
'Casa Bella del Rio' as we have named this River house has been a renovated into a Spanish style hacienda with a living room, dining room, kitchen and 4 good size bedrooms with 3 full baths. All the floors have been updated with tile and hardwood. The furnishings are all new and are Spanish style as well. There are mountain views from every direction. The house sits on 2 acres, right on the river. There is river access for kayaking and fishing. We have recently built a lower deck with stairs up to the house. A really great spot to relax or just sit with your fishing gear.
The deck is a great place to enjoy the views, eat lunch or sit in the hot tub and just relax!
Keywords: Home
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Arkansas River. You'll find features such as a gym, 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms
Amenities include laundry facilities
On-site recreation includes a gym
Steps from Arkansas River and 9 minutes on foot from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! offers its guests Access to hot tub and a fitness centre. Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling 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
General
Unit size: 2,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Spanish Ranch on the Arkansas River- enjoy the rushing river from the Hot tub! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 217 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 217 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 217 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Teri S.
7 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
As always lots of room great kitchen huge deck with tables. We were only there for 2 nights this time.
Teri S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zach H.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property in an amazing location. The space easily accommodated our family of 10.
Zach H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike A W.
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We come here every year and love it.
Mike A W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ray E.
17 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was fantastic – it had more than enough space for all of us and the deck over the river was absolutely perfect
Ray E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bryan F.
11 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Loved being on the river and listening to the water.
Bryan F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
chris g.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property right on the Arkansas river.
chris g.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pam Z.
2 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and view
We had a wonderful stay. Comfortable home with a family area with enough room for the entire family to hang out. Kitchen had everything we needed for the few meals we cooked at the house. My high school son went for a several mile run each morning and felt safe in the area.
Pam Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike I.
30 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Getaway!
The house was great for nine of us. There was plenty of room for all. Nice and quiet with the river running in the back yard. Close to town with lots of eating establishments. I believe this is the sixth time that I have stayed here. I would definitely stay here again.
Mike I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rory R.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house and the area. We love Salida and it was short drive to get there. The house was very accommodating to our family. Will definitely be back!
Rory R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
John L.
11 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
HOWARD VRBO
Perfect for our needs with ability to park two RVs in front of property to accommodate our large family group. Back deck was excellent with large tree for shade. Thank you.
John L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beverley M.
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Magic on the Arkansas
Superb location to access the fun of rafting, the sweet fishing holes of the property, the beauty of the area, and the towns of Salida and Cañon. The best equipped VRBO I’ve ever stayed in, and a super accommodating host who was an excellent communicator. Great little restaurant, Dusty Rose, and cafe nearby was a nice perk! So happy to have had our family gather here!
Beverley M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family get-together and graduation party
Exactly what we needed in a beautiful location!
Jennifer H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
nice weekend getaway spot
Nice home in the mountains countryside in Howard. Beautiful surroundings scenery with lots to explore. Conveniently close to Salida. Lots of sleeping arrangement space, good kitchen and dining areas.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katelyn H.
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway!
We enjoyed our stay! The views were probably my favorite, but the house is super cozy and clean. Perfect place to ring in the New Year!
Katelyn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Hallmark christmas
This property was perfect for our Christmas trip. It was like we where staying in a hallmark movie! The kitchen was well stocked for anything you needed to cook with. Very impressed. The guys loved the fact it had horseshoe pits!! It was also great to have the hottub to come back to after a long day of skiing.
Melissa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Riley P.
25 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best places near Salida for a large group
Wonderful ranch that’s nice and secluded. It’s also a short drive to monarch. House was clean and warm. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils. Wonderful place and a wonderful host
Riley P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tonya C.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Beautiful home. Had everything we needed.
The only negatives I would are there were TONS of waps around the outside of the home and inside of the garage. It made the area hard to use. The were wasp nests everywhere too. Water also had a bad smell.
Tonya C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike A W.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for river access
This is a great place for enjoying the river and mountain climbing and ATV tours
Mike A W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katherine G., Boulder, CO
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic River Retreat
Enjoyed the views from this clean, rustic, riverfront home.
Katherine G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing bachelor party accomodations!
We had a group of 7 adults and the house was perfect for us. There were plenty of rooms and beds. The outside space had access to the river and incredible views. Easy to find and access. Great hot tub. No complaints!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judie G.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
Great house, great location! Well stocked with everything you would need to make a meal. Less than 20 minutes into town. On a nice flat quiet road with very little traffic. Everything the owner says in the listing and much more. We loved it!
Judie G.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Traci M., Arvada, CO
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Get Away
This home was perfect for our trip, there was plenty of room for everyone! We were right along the Arkansas River and we found a great fishing and swimming hole not far from the house. The kitchen had all the cookware and dishes we needed. The deck was also nice to sit on in the mornings and drink our coffee!
The only drawback to the house is there is no cooling and it was really hot while we were there. There were plenty of fans to help move the air, but it just wasn't enough to keep the house cool.
Traci M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan B., Fort Worth, Texas
2 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Vacation!
This was my family's third time at this house and it was great, as usual. Plenty of room and bathrooms for our family of 10. The views from the back porch are still spectacular and the kitchen was well equipped to handle all the cooking done during the week. A good base for exploring the area, from Salida to Monarch to St. Elmo.Try the pizza at Amica's and Moonlight. Our family is divided on which is best.
Alan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill C., Rockwall, Tx
23 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super!
Super house! Just right distance from town!
Bill C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jon L.
19 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jonathan
A beautiful property that is big enough for 12 people. Great views on the Arkansas! That said, bring plenty of bug spray.
Jon L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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