The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2
Crestone, Saguache County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2 The Crestone Casitas are beautifully decorated private luxury suites; each featuring a full bathroom with bathtub and shower, full kitchen with dining area, small living area with a fireplace, couch and coffee table. All the suites feature two separate entrances into the suite, one with easy access to parking, and the other a sliding glass door opening into a...
The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2 The Crestone Casitas are beautifully decorated private luxury suites; each featuring a full bathroom with bathtub and shower, full kitchen with dining area, small living area with a fireplace, couch and coffee table. All the suites feature two separate entrances into the suite, one with easy access to parking, and the other a sliding glass door opening into a private patio overlooking the beautiful gardens. Wireless internet, coffee and tea are complimentary for our guests. The property is secluded and quiet for guests located on 40 acres of beautiful, wooded forest at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The shared outdoor kitchen features a porch with bar and dining table; a great area for groups to enjoy the peaceful outdoor retreat. Sleeping Arrangements: Studio ~ Queen Bed ~ Rollaway Bed Available on Request ~ ~ Twin Cabin Add on Available on Request Subject to Availability This Unit Has a Smart TV and Workstation Kitchen Amenities Include: Oven/Stove ~ Refrigerator ~ Cookware ~ Bakeware ~ Utensils ~ Coffee Maker ~ Tea Kettle ~ Microwave ~ ToasterAbout the Twin Bedroom Cabin: This tiny cabin is designed as an add on to your unit. The cabin is located outside the garden area a minutes' walk past the chickens and geese from the Casitas. There is no bathroom just a twin bedroom, you must use the bathroom in the main Casitas you have rented. This space is designed for young adults minimum age suggestion is 14 years or older. Please Make Note in your reservation for us to contact you regarding availability for the cabin. All guest suites are completely private, and each guest has a small patio area outside in the garden. This area is not shared by other guests; each suites patio opens to a common garden area. In this space you will find a beautiful, shared cabana area for lounging and dinners, as well as an additional swinging bench for all guests to enjoy. The property is home to many animals; we have four outdoor cats and two dogs; they are never allowed inside the Suites. We also have several geese and chickens that roam the back lot. The geese and chickens, as well as the dogs, are not allowed inside the garden area. If you need anything during your stay please call, text or message the Host Erin McGrath. You may see and interact with the owner of the property if she is around during your stay. The Crestone Casitas are conveniently located several minutes' drive, or a short walk, to downtown Crestone, Colorado. The Suites are situated on a privately gated and fenced property with over forty acres of scenic mountain terrain. The air is fresh and the mountain well water is clean! Crestone is home to over 28 spiritual centers, offering in sight and teachings to many different world religions. Creekside nature trails, starry nights at Sand Dunes National Park, and nature photography out the back door makes this an excellent place to expand our connect to nature and explore spirituality.Enjoy great tasting mountain water and explore the beautiful San Luis Valley expansive mountain views, Sand Dunes National Park, elegant Sand Hill Cranes, dark night skies for star gazing and be on the look for UFOS, many stories of sightings have been heard around Crestone! There are many local hiking trails nearby the house, some folks suggest the North Crestone Trailhead, Willow Lake is a great day hike, and the Creekside trails along the greenbelts in the Baca Grande Subdivision are spectacular and lush. The Challenger Views on Ridgecrest is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts and folks looking for a peaceful mountain getaway.Crestone, Colorado is in the middle of the San Luis Valley. There is very limited public transportation in the area. We recommend Four Wheel Drive, or at least- All Wheel Drive if you are looking to come and stay during the Winter Season. A High Elevation Experience Like No OtherCrestone Colorado is a unique and diverse high desert mountain town in South Central Colorado. Crestone town and the surrounding Baca Grande community is home to some three thousand people; a small and active community of artists, healers, travelers, nuns, monks and missionaries seeking to create a spiritually fulfilling and abundant life together. The Crestone Community is full of churches, monasteries, shrines and temples attracting people from around the globe to come and explore spirituality and find healing and retreat.The San Luis Valley and Great Sand DunesThe San Luis Valley is a vast beautiful valley floor looking out 360 degrees across fourteen-thousand-foot peaks. Take a day trip and explore the San Luis Valley, you’ll find The Great Sand Dunes National Park, Natural Hot Spring Swimming Pools and The Colorado Gator Farm all sprinkled amongst unique small towns in rural Colorado.Activities and Shopping in CrestoneCrestone is a beautiful small town with some really unique and amazing locally owned stores and businesses. Local people feel grateful to have so many great places to shop and dine right in our small town. There are two small locally owned grocers, where you can find top of the line health food, vitamins and organic whole food. Enjoy dining in one of the locally owned cafes or restaurants and support the local artisans at one of the galleries or gift shops. We love our local thrift stores, so many hidden treasures can be found!Wildlife and Outdoor RecreationCrestone is situated at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, boasting several fourteen thousand foot peaks and pristine alpine lakes for outdoor hiking, camping and fishing. The wildlife refuges and protected forests create incredible opportunities to come close to nature and truly experience the wildlife. Great for bird watching, photography, art, hiking, biking and camping. There are so many ways to appreciate and explore nature around Crestone.Hot SpringsHot SpringsJoyful Journey Hot Springs ~ Sand Dunes Swimming Pool (Hooper Pool) ~ Valley View Hot Springs ~ Splashland Hot SpringsHiking TrailsWillow Lake ~ North Crestone Creek ~ South Crestone Creek ~ Crestone Needle ~ Cottonwood Creek ~Willow Creek ~ Native American Stone Huts ~ South Colony Lakes Trail ~ Crestone Peak Trail ~ Challenger Point ~ Music Pass via Rainbow TrailActivitiesGreat Sand Dunes National Park ~ The Colorado Gator Farm ~ San Luis Valley Brewing Company ~ Penitente Canyon ~ Shrine of the Stations of the Cross ~ Firedworks Gallery ~ Colorado Gators Reptile Park ~ Zapata Falls Trailhead ~ Splashland Hot Springs ~ UFO Watchtower ~ Baca Grande Stables ~ Crestone Ziggurat ~ Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge ~ Penitente Canyon ~ Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center ~ Crestone Ziggurat ~ Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Jack Dempsey Birthplace ~ Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic and Historic Byway ~ Movie Manor ~Mill Creek Ranch at Old Cow Town ~ Indiana Jones Bed and Breakfast ~ Russell Lakes State Wildlife Area ~ Blanca-Zapata Recreation Area, BLM ~ Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (Blanca Wetlands) ~ San Luis Lakes State Wildlife Area ~ JW Ranch Nature Tours. ***Be sure to following the instructions that will be sent to you after your reservation is confirmed. It is important as the GPS is not accurate, and you will need exact instructions to enter the security gate. ***From October 15th through April 15th, Crestone Casitas management will provide each casita with a bundle of complimentary firewood so you can enjoy the ambiance of the fireplace.For Your Information: The Casita Suites are heated with electric baseboard heat. The heaters are all new and work very well. The Casitas are kept at a comfortable temperature without needing a fire. You can easily adjust the heater up or down by turning the dial and the new temperature is achieved within 20-30 minutes.Please contact us if you have any questions!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Computer monitor
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
Entertainment
- Television
- Smart TV
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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
Location type
- Town
- Rural
- Mountain view
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Mountain view
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Playground
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Toaster
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Wood stove
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
- Patio
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk chair
- Desk
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- In a rural location
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 420 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- 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
- This property accepts cash
- 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
About the area
Crestone
Located in Crestone, this villa is in a rural area. The Historic Beckwith Ranch and Silver Cliff Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Music Pass Trailhead and Smokey Jack Observatory.
Nearby locations
- Little Pearl Pocket Park 12 min walk
- Baca Grande Park 5 min drive
- San Isabel Lake 12 min drive
- Great Sand Dunes National Park 18 min drive
- Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool 39 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Elephant Cloud 15 min walk
- The Cloud Station 14 min walk
- Our Food is Art 12 min walk
- Bob's Place Crestone Colorado 14 min walk
- The Laughing Buddha Lounge 14 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Crestone Casitas: Casita Suite #2 located?
Situated in a rural location, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Little Pearl Pocket Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Baca Grande Park and San Isabel Lake. Great Sand Dunes National Park is 8.1 mi (13 km) away.