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Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida

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A rustic cabin-style lodging area with multiple wooden cabins, a picnic table, and a large tree in the foreground.
A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
A river with a raft and a mountainous landscape.
A modern bedroom with a wooden bed frame, grey bedding, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A snow-covered motel with a sign for Dark Sky River Lodge, featuring a mountain backdrop.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroom23 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Howard, CO
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Monarch Ski Area
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Howard

This holiday home places you steps from Arkansas River and within a 15-minute stroll of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. .Home features a living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Howard holiday home include Cotopaxi City Park and Riverside Park.
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What's nearby

  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Riverside Park - 23 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 24 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Poncha Springs Disc Golf Course - 30 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Monarch Ski Area - 56 min drive - 67.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dusty Rose Roadhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Howard’s Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida

Summary:

A clean, quiet basecamp along the Arkansas River, just 15 minutes from Salida. This queen room is designed for couples and solo travelers who spend their days outdoors and want a simple, comfortable place to recharge at night. Set in the small mountain community of Howard, you’ll have dark skies, river access, and easy drives to Salida, Buena Vista, Cañon City, and Monarch Mountain, without the crowds.



The Space:

This room is intentionally simple and well-equipped for short stays and road-trip pacing.

- Queen bed with comfortable linens

- Private bathroom

- Mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker

- Fast Wi-Fi and TV

- Heating & A/C

- Space to unpack, plan, or unwind

- No shared interior spaces.



Guest Access:

Private room and bathroom with contactless check-in. Onsite parking directly outside your door.

Guests are welcome to enjoy outdoor seating areas and quiet river-side common spaces.



The Neighborhood:

Howard is a quiet stop along the Arkansas River. Close to Salida without the traffic.



Getting Around:

Drive Times:

- Salida – 15 minutes (restaurants, galleries, shops, hot springs)

- Monarch Mountain Ski Area – 35 minutes

- Cotopaxi – 10 minutes

- Canon City – 35 minutes

- Gunnison Airport (GUC) – 60 minutes

- Colorado Springs Airport (COS) – 3 hours



Interaction with Guests:

Owner lives onsite and is available if needed, but guests enjoy a private, independent stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Welcome to Dark Sky River Lodge & RV. Please respect fellow guests, wildlife, and our rural neighbors. Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM. Smoking: Outside ...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida?

No, Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida?

No, pets are not allowed.