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Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley

Family-friendly lodge in Westcliffe

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The Challenger Lodge, nestled in the mountains, offers views of the Sangre De Cristo and Wet Mountains. Relax on four decks, explore the garden, let kids enjoy the playground, or use the public WiFi. Guests love the peaceful setting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

About the neighborhood

Map
Westcliffe, CO

What's nearby

  • Hermit Park - 22 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Smokey Jack Observatory - 24 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Silver Cliff Museum - 24 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Dundee Dog Park - 25 min drive - 25.9 km
  • The Historic Beckwith Ranch - 29 min drive - 35.4 km

Restaurants

  • Letter Drop Inn

About this property

Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley

Family-friendly lodge in the mountains
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • Books, games, and outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grills and table tennis
Room features
All guestrooms at Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley include thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free internet access and printers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2.5 bathrooms with jetted tubs and showers
  • Porches or lanais, separate dining areas, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Put towels in laundry room, leave linen on all bed, I will strip and launder.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Dogs not allowed on the furniture or beds
Noise needs to be kept down after 10pm
Enjoy the magnificent views of the Sangre and the Wet Mountains, the peaceful and tranquil property, and respect the Cabin

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Animals not allowed on furnitures or bed.s

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly lodge is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Hermit Park and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Smokey Jack Observatory. Music Pass Trailhead and Silver Cliff Museum are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Magnificent Cabin views of Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range & Wet Mountain Valley Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views. The location was perfect for our hiking and biking activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

B C.

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

Incredible Views

Wonderful property to stay at. We will stay there again if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Loved the house, the support provided from booking through checkout, the location, and between. Recommend this for cabin whatever brings you to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savanna M.

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

Magical Views!!!

We had such an amazing stay at the cabin. The views are breathtaking and there is so much wild life to watch. I would love to come back and stay again! Highly highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are no words to describe the property to the level it deserves, every space is thought out, and it has the best views in the area. The owner was the best too, helpful in everyway. I hope to stay here many times over again. The wildlife was amazing just outside the door. I cant recommend this property enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blane H.

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

Just as advertised! Wonderful home with breathtaking views!!!

Very amazed with the mountain views, plus the house was very well cared for. Linens, extras and fully equipped kitchen really made this a very nice stay!!! Thanks so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Perfect location

Great stargazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

The name says it all

This cabin was amazing. Furnished with everything you could need. The wrap around deck provided endless views of the sunrise, sunset and wildlife around the cabin. We had deer near the cabin every morning and evening. We couldn’t keep the hummingbird feeders full either. The star gazing is amazing in the area. We love the Westcliffe area. This was our third year in a row in the area. We enjoyed walking in town to shop and eat lunch. We went to Salida, Cripple Creek, and Mt. Princeton Hot Springs. The host was very kind and easy to work with. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelli E.

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

Beautiful home!!

This home is perfect!! Was a wonderful get away with my family. The host is fantastic to work with and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Y.

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

Beautiful property

We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful cabin with amazing views of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton C.

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

Wonderful Place

We had the pleasure of staying at this property and it was amazing! Beautiful cozy cabin with a breathtaking view. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W.

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

Amazing Cabin and location!

This cabin is amazing! The views are spectacular, of the night sky and entire mountain range! If you are looking for a place to stay, this is the place. The host, Laurie was very responsive with any questions I had.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

wonderful

Beautiful log home with great views all around plus wildlife.Clean and cozy. Can't wait to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie B.

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

Outstanding stay!

This place was beautiful! The views, the house, the land! It was so great! I could sit on that porch all day and look at that view! Definitely coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi S.

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

Perfect Holiday Vacation!

The cabin is beautiful and the mountain views are unbeatable! The owner Laurie was very hospitable and attentive to our needs. The cabin is stocked with absolutely everything you would ever need. There was more than enough room for our family of 5. This was truly one of the best family vacations we have ever had!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikki G.

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

Amazing views!

This house is truly beautiful. The wrap around deck was the place we gathered the most. Between the sunrises and sunsets, it provide great views. The house is very well stocked with most everything you could want. It was quiet yet close enough to town. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Simply beautiful!

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

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

Just What We Needed

I can’t say enough good things about this place! Laurie is an amazing host who went above and beyond not only for what we needed, but what we wanted. The views are amazing, and it’s so peaceful! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

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

Wow

The quality of the Lodge exceeded our expectations. We would love to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris K.

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

Trip to westcliffe

We came to westcliff for a wedding with our grown kids and their partners. The house was stunning and so well laid out for 6 people. Plenty of room and outside space. Thoughtful touches - Coffee for our arrival and snacks. The host was So accommodating. We did plenty of star gazing which was amazing. I would rate this place as high and one of the best places we have stayed at. Would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cydnee J.

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

Better than expected!!

We had no idea how amazing the view from the porch was at this cabin.... but believe me, we relaxed every night outside enjoying the view. The cabin was well thought out for guests and Laurie was so accommodating! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picturesque Views

Beautiful home in the mountains of Westcliffe. Views all around are amazing, the house is tastefully decorated and well-stocked with linens, towels, food, etc. Short drive to Westcliffe and surrounding areas. Shortcuts to Alamosa are available but they are dirt roads. If you are up for an adventure and don't mind the dirt, take the time to travel. The owner is very responsive and it was evident from the very beginning that she wanted us to have the perfect stay. Beautiful home and well worth the drive!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication was great from original booking through our visit. This cabin is an easy drive from Westcliffe and the views are incredible! We have close to 100 photos just of the views and the hummingbirds. There were three hummy feeders that we refilled at least 7 times during our visit. With DOZENS of hummingbirds there every morning (and many in the afternoon), it was a highlight of our trip.Laurie was in regular contact and provided her preferred recipe for the hummy food since I expressed how great it was to see all of them. I'm sure she wasn't expecting us to use 7 cups of sugar while there (all for the feeders) or to eat almost all the cookies in the cookie jar (mostly my sister :-) ). Having the snacks was great since we were all there for a wedding event over the weekend at a close-by ranch (Three Peaks Ranch **) and were running around a lot.The kitchen is a great size for many of us using it and has all the "stuff" (plates, cookware, etc) one needs. There are also a LOT of spices and other stuff that made it even easier.As is usual in this area, this is a bit of a drive from Westcliffe, but an easy and straight-forward trip. We enjoyed being off the beaten path and in such a beautiful place.** Full disclosure, Three Peaks is visible from this wonderful cabin. However, it is about a 20 minutes drive because there is no direct path. This is expected in this part of the mountain region and part of the charm.Wonderful VRBO!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

There are not enough words.

The whole experience exceded my expectations. The site photos were not able to capture the beauty of the home, property or the views. We were in awe from the moment we arrived. Laurie was so gracious. She went above and beyond in doing so many things to make sure our stay was comfortable.I can't wait to return. She thought of everything she and Ken were so thoughtful and kind. Thank you both.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

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

Beautiful property, Wonderful property owner!

We were looking for a quiet vacation- somewhere that we could relax and enjoy a slower pace with our two busy kids. This house spoke to me when I saw it on VRBO. This property did NOT disappoint. The views from both sides of the cabin were phenomenal. The home was clean and comfortable for our stay. Laurie, the property owner, was incredible leading up to our trip. From sending me a list of things to keep our kids entertained to checking in to make sure things were well during our stay. We couldn’t have worked with a better property owner. The town of Westcliffe has a lot of great restaurants and shops to entertain. If you’re looking for a getaway with a slower pace, this is the place to stay. However, this property is an easy drive to some fun attractions that were a must see for us. It was the best of both worlds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024