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Monarch Crest Chalet- Sauna and Pet Friendly

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Salida, CO
  • Place, Elation Ridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodgeview
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Monarch Ski Area
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Monarch Crest Chalet- Sauna and Pet Friendly

STR #003530
Monarch Crest Chalet – Secluded Mountain Getaway
Escape to Monarch Crest Chalet, a private mountain retreat surrounded by Colorado's best adventure. This vaulted-ceiling cabin features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an open living/dining space, and a well-equipped kitchen—plus two covered decks, a covered patio, and a garage with a dedicated gear room for skis, bikes, and everything in between.

Wake up to breathtaking sunrise views over an aspen grove, then step out the back door to the National Forest. You're just 0.2 miles from the South Fork of the Arkansas River (you can hear it from the property), with multiple hiking and mountain biking trails nearby. Monarch Ski Area and the Monarch Crest mountain bike trail are only 3 miles away, and downtown Salida is about 20 minutes from the cabin.

November thru April this Mountain Home requires 4-wheel drive AND snow chains or auto-socks. In addition, pickups will need substantial weight over the rear axle! Without chains you will not make it into the driveway!

What You'll Love:
-Outdoor 6-person sauna
-Main-level primary bedroom with Olympic Queen dual Sleep Number bed
-2 full bathrooms (one on each level)
-Comfortable sleeping options: full-size sleeper sofa, loft queen bed + full sofa sleeper, and a cozy twin nook (great for kids) with -TV + DVD
-Kitchen stocked for cooking: blender, food processor, crock pot, tea kettle, coffee maker + grinder, toaster, microwave, and plenty of cookware/utensils
-Dining table for shared meals
-Starlink internet
-TVs with Roku streaming + DVD players
-Washer/dryer, iron + ironing board, hair dryer
-Gas grill
-Gear room with direct access to the garage—load up and head out fast
-Dog-friendly: up to 2 well-behaved dogs welcome

Other Things to Note:
-This home does not have air conditioning.
-There is no outdoor burning of any kind other then the propane grill provided.

All Pinon homes are "vacation ready" with a fully appointed kitchen, towels and linens. Hand and dish soaps are provided, as well as toilet paper, trash bags, paper towels, salt and pepper, coffee filters and laundry detergent.

Pinon Vacation Rentals provides guest support from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm.

All guests are responsible for reading Welcome Book “Check-In and Check-Out instructions.

~Acceptance of the terms of the Rental Agreement and all Rental Policies is ASSUMED at the time of reservation. 24 to 48 hours before arrival, check-in instructions will be sent to guest.

**This home is rented for personal vacation use only. Any other use including large gatherings or parties is not allowed. Renters must abide by all rental terms and policies, as well as all local applicable property covenants, restrictions, regulations and laws. Any evidence of smoking, use of firearms, driving ATV's other than in the driveway as access only, unapproved pets, unauthorized use of property grounds, damage resulting from violation of rental policies, and/or excessive mess may result in charges up to $3000.00 to the Guest's credit card on file, as authorized by Guest's approval of the terms of the Rental Agreement.

Reservations may be canceled more than 30 days prior to check-in with full refund. 14 to 29 days prior to arrival 50% refund. No refunds will be issued after this cut-off date for any reason. No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions, spotty internet service or interruption of service.

**Trip Cancellation and Travel Insurance Available for purchase on booking page
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Elation Ridge. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • Steps from San Isabel National Forest and 6 minutes by car from Mirkwood Trees
This cabin offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Monarch cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,987 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Dog Friendly Monarch Crest
Pet Friendly Monarch Crest Chalet
Dog Friendly Monarch Crest Chalet Cabin
Dog Friendly Monarch Crest Chalet Monarch
Dog Friendly Monarch Crest Chalet Cabin Monarch
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Monarch Crest Chalet- Sauna and Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MEP P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained property, beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! We booked the house for a weekend at Monarch - 2 adults, 1 kiddo, and 2 doggos. The house was perfect - great bedroom set up, the kitchen was stocked, lots of games, and ideal location. The house fees loved and well cared for, not a typical stale rental. We will absolutely book again. The driveway is steep and a challenge in fresh powder, but we were prepared thanks to the reviews and had no issues. Book this home, you’ll love it too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just lovely. It worked well for we active senior citizens!
spectacular sunrises
Cute kitchen, well appointed.
Stellar’s Jay was appreciative of our birdseed
Salida river walk
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We had a great trip, thank you so much! Comfortable beds and a lovely sauna. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lodging was beautiful and location was perfect.Didn't get an opportunity to use the Sauna. Inviting.Hill that brings you to the lodge will be challenging in the snow for those without 4 wheel drive or chains and parking can be tight for 3 or more vehicles Hope to return next Fall
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Mountain Getaway

Clean, comfortable, quiet cabin with nice views. We enjoyed a relaxing long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Everything was fantastic!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful escape!

Wonderful place to escape the noise of the city yet close enough to everything. Had a great experience place was very nice and well kept!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mountain home

Everything is as advertised and love the location & home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland!

Second time to visit the cabin and with the exception of the steep driveway, it is a wonderful retreat! Being able to bring our small pets with us makes this a 5 star cabin for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

few days in the woods

Great house, had everything we needed and more. Lots of space and beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Colorado Vacation

2nd time we have stayed there. Close proximity to all things outdoors in Colorado. We appreciate the opportunity to stay there while in Colorado. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Hideaway...

Overall a wonderful place to stay while skiing/snowboarding up on the divide at Monarch. This space feels right at home and is nestled back in the Garfield neighborhood with privacy and beautiful views. I would highly recommend and we're planning on coming back for years to come!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain vacation at Garfield

We enjoyed our stay and skiing at Monarch! There was so much snow and the roads were kept cleaned. A beautiful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keenan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice out of the way place.

Great, comfortable house with great access the both San Isabel (technically right out back yard) and Gunnison NF, with many opportunities for fly fishing. Highly recommend this place. Its also right down the pass from skiing if you like that too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jesse g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aspen

Cool little cabin in the woods. Not fancy but real cozy. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

Better in person! Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin!

They aren't kidding about needing 4WD to get here! but once you do it's great. Perfect spot for our family of 4 with two small kids and dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Time

Outside of car issues the trip was fun. We enjoyed the house
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This house is a great place to stay for skiing at Monarch. Well situated well stocked. Being able to drive home for lunch made for some cost savings at the slopes. Finding it is a bit difficult due to Google Maps not being accurate but we made it. You will enjoy your stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last Ski trip

We came out from the Midwest for one last ski trip. Had a good time and enjoyed the home. The snow removal guy did a nice job of cleaning up the heavy snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly great place

This is a great place. The cabin had everything we needed. Kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed( even a coffee grinder). Beautifully decorated. Washer and dryer were nice to have. Great little hiking trails for kids in the neighborhood. Amazing views from the multiple porches/decks. Will come back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

Very peaceful setting and well appointed home. Grew proximity to Monarch ski area and Salida. Chains are needed to access in the winter, though we’re able to get to the bottom of the driveway without them. Worth it for the solitude!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monarch Ski trip

This house worked great for us for skiing at Monarch. We were told that we needed 4 wheel drive or chains to get up the driveway and that was correct as at first we could not get all the way with 4 wheel drive.The staff at the management company was very responsive and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time!

We were surprised to see the location is close to Monarch Mt.! The home was beautiful on the mountain and very nicely kept and clean! There was a lot of snow when we arrived Feb. 15-19th, 2023. The roads were plowed 2 times when we were there. We had no problems! It was a quiet location and sledding was fun! The Sauna was nice after our ski days!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023