Beautifully Wild awaits your stay. Rare opportunity to explore native animals & fish without leaving the cabin (majestic mounts). Natural stone in/out connect & ground your soul. Stars shine bright, river runs wild & the views are endless. Cook, celebrate & relax in comfort. Easy access for all outdoor activities. ~1mi of private/shared fishing. Open & temperate space is filled with special and unique charms associated with the Poudre Canyon/area. Visit! County limit of 4 guests & no parties. The space You've driven the Wild and Scenic Poudre Canyon, 30 miles up from Ted's Place, to find a stone cabin nestled on a mountain-side overlooking the Poudre River. "I wonder what that place is like", "I wonder how old that is", and "Can I stay there"...all things people have casually mentioned to us, not knowing we built the cabin (2007) to fit in with the landscape and act as a permanent fixture to represent the area. It's also our place of peace, happiness, and memories. Take time to inspect the impressive stone walls, the colorful slate tiles and the incredible mounts. Truly, a sportsperson's dream get-away, but comfortable for all. Outdoor activities include hiking, stargazing, fishing, rafting, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, photography, chasing the sun/shade around the deck and noticing more of the mountainside...and more. Games and movies available inside, just in case you can't find other things to do. We like to stay 3-5 nights, but 2 still makes you feel refreshed. Two private bedrooms. Both have big windows and darkening blinds. High quality wares & fully stocked kitchen items. Large cozy couch in addition to reading areas, large loft, and everything else you need to jump right in to vacation! Tastefully decorated with beautiful mounts so you can get a close up of amazing animals that live in the area (no touching). Spacious 'cabin' for use by those that are willing to respect and appreciate the work that has been put forth to make this place something amazing to see. It's not for everyone, nor is it a 'party place', and we have some tiles for hunters. Check with me if you have questions. 30 mi up Poudre Canyon - 1 hr from Hwy 287. So close, yet feels so far! So nice! Guest access A few little things that can turn into big things so we’ve come up with some helpful notes/hints: • First Thing! Water pump must be turned on/off upon arrival/departure. Flip two marked switches in the breaker box (back right bdrm), wait 10 minutes (hear the system process) before running any water. Shut off before leaving. • Water - We provide large jugs of water for drinking/cooking. You may also wish to purchase bottled water as the cabin is on a well. Full water treatment system, yet we opt NOT to drink the water. Showering and cleaning dishes & laundry are fine. • Altitude, Hydration & Preparedness – 7200’ dry air & altitude sickness are real so please adjust slowly & be aware of your fluid intake. Prepare for all types of weather. Water, snacks, rain gear, layered clothing, good socks & shoes (hiking boots) & basic survival kit are vital. Even if it looks nice, CO weather is ever-changing. Hypothermia & lightning are serious. Watch weather forecasts. • Frig - Water & ice maker are not set up in the refrigerator due to the variations in water. Ice is available at the local convenience shops. Do not leave perishable food items. • Water heater - On-demand, don't change main temp. • Washer (clothes) - press power & wait for light to turn on. • Dryer - please remove lint after each use. • Coffee - Standard maker & grinder available. Empty grounds in garbage; never down the sink! Remember to use bottled water instead of sink water. A bit of coffee may be available but best to buy coffee in town! • Dishwasher - Please run the dishwasher at least 4 hours before departing, as it will not finish once the water pump is turned off. Please do not overload. We know that spotting may occur. Detergent is provided. • Garbage disposal - only allow minimal items to go down the drain, even with the disposal. Please put everything, including all food items in the garbage. Do NOT put any grease down the drain. Please let grease/oils solidify and then add to the garbage. • Septic - pee, poo, TP only in toilets. Wipes, baby and female products must be disposed of in the trash. • Un-plug small appliances (toaster, coffee maker/grinder, floor lamps, etc.) before you leave. • Shower - glass MUST be squeegeed after each use. Simply 4 stripes down will do it. Very difficult to clean once the spots dry! • A/C installed 2024 to save our windows – Unfortunately some windows open well, but some have troubles, so please be gentle with them, only opening to the point that they allow, and do not attempt to open the ones marked 'do not open'. For your safety (and ours), please close them at night and also when leaving the house. One of the entries has a storm door with a screen, which can be used to allow airflow and still keep the critters out. It works well to have a window on the other side of the house open a bit at the same time. or just use the A/C! • Heater - the heat will be adjusted to a moderate temperature prior to your arrival. Note that heat rises, so sometimes the loft can be pretty warm while the main floor bedrooms will be cool. You may turn the thermostat fan to 'on' to add to the airflow. Please also use the ceiling and floor fans as necessary. • Garbage - Do not leave garbage (or coolers or any food) outdoors as you will attract bears which will cause problems. Guests of the home can use the dumpster up the road - - on the left before you get to Archers you will see a driveway to a house with a red roof that has a graffiti painted dumpster. This is for guest use only and it’s bear-proofed. Please do not leave garbage in the home when you check out. • Dirty linens/bedding – It’s so nice when guests strip the beds and leave the sheets piled by the washer. In respect to the environment, septic system, time for cleaning, etc. please only dirty what you truly need to use. Bath & kitchen towels are best left hanging so they can dry rather than piling them up. • Staying in contact with the rest of the world (if necessary): * Phone - there is no phone provided at the home. Wi-Fi is available which offers several options for making calls, etc. (please explore prior to your trip). Pay phones are available at Glen Echo and Archers.* WiFi available - code provided when rented. Remember your laptop, and also camera, binoculars & outdoor equipment. * TV - Roku & DVD player available for your use while resting on the really cozy couch! Movies and games are in the back hall closet. • Emergencies - 911 will connect you with local volunteer responders. The nearest hospital is Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins. Ambulance and helicopter response is available as necessary thru 911. If phones do not work, run up canyon to convenience shop as many community members are EMTs. Or visit the fire station (less than 2 miles up the road). • Shopping - you will want to do your primary shopping in Fort Collins prior to your trip up the canyon. There are a few convenience/gift/restaurant type stores within a few miles of the cabin, but the selection is quite limited, pre-packaged food, and prices may be higher. Visit each to get a feel for the canyon and gather resourceful information. There is a lot of history and pride related to The Poudre Canyon. Local events take place fairly often, so check online sources or in-person at Archers or Glen Echo for information. Things you will want to purchase in Fort Collins: * a full tank of gas (diesel not available up there)*, food for the time you'll be there (spices and some baking & cooking basics are provided)* wine/beer - if you prefer a certain type, you will wish to buy this before going up the canyon as there is only a small liquor closet at Archers (may or may not be open due to change in ownership).* bottled water* coffee & creamer* sunscreen & mosquito spray* ice (available at the stores in the canyon) • Items that are currently off limits due to county rules & liability issues (fire, drowning, etc): Wood stove - currently not for guests use. Hot tub - currently empty & not for guests use. * Any unauthorized use will result in additional charges to clean/fix issues. • Critters – Things we pay to keep away include mice, spiders, pack-rats and other small creepy-crawlies. Please help by shutting the main doors and keeping the place clean and tidy. • Cleaning fee - the cleaning fee may seem high so we'd like to explain that this location has limited resources for doing laundry quickly, plus there are only so many locals available to assist with cleaning. Please help keep costs down by maintaining your surroundings each day and limiting the use of bedding, towels, etc. PLEASE also help us stop the spread of germs by cleaning up after yourself, washing your hands and limiting the items you touch. The less we must do after your visit means the better chance we'll stay healthy too. We genuinely appreciate your understanding and assistance. Many thanks. • Communication – we’re all about it. • Hunters – You must disclose if you plan to use the cabin as a base for your hunting adventures and you will need to agree to a few simple things. More info provided through this site. We may have forgotten a few things, so please just ask if you have questions. We would rather have you enjoy your vacation than cause yourself headaches trying to figure something out. Also, damage occurs when people take risks, so if you question your actions, just stop, and call us for details, approval, etc. We really do not mind being contacted while the issue is happening, rather than dealing with problems later. Enjoy, celebrate, relax, adventure, and remember to share your memories online, plus a handwritten note in our guest book is always a bonus! Thank you. Access: Main rooms and closets are open for use. There are extra jackets and items that you may need to borrow during your stay! There is a crawl space below the home (access hole is in the back east bedroom closet so be careful not to step into the closet). No need to access the crawl space! Sump pump and water filtration system may turn on periodically as necessary during spring run-off. A full inventory with photos has been compiled so owners are aware of how things were left. Other things to note Truly an opportunity to disconnect (if you want)! WiFi is available, but is mountain service, so don't expect amazing speeds. Phone service may be limited or unavailable in the home (depending on your cell provider). TV with Roku works great. Sound bar. Well water runs through a culligan whole-house system. Many people still wish to purchase bottled water in town for drinking. Cameron Peak fire caused areas of devastation but there is still plenty to do. You may wish to learn more about the Poudre Canyon prior to booking just to make sure it fits your expectations for your get-away.