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Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite

Welcome to Challenger Views on Ridgecrest! Enjoy vintage modern luxury, expansive views, a kitchenette and a cozy queen bed during your Crestone stay. This beautiful space is located on the far edge of the Baca Grande Subdivision less than a mile from the North Sand Dunes Park entrance, which is great for star gazing! The main entrance is about an hour drive from the house. Its a great place to stay and explore Crestone and the San Luis Valley or enjoy a resting getaway. This upstairs suite features a living area with kitchenette and door opening to the outdoor deck. Adjoining is a queen sized bedroom with small work station for working remotely during your stay. This suite has a full bathroom stocked with comfy towels and eco amenities for your stay.
The suite is a great space for quiet retreats featuring a kitchenette stocked with dishware and bakeware for your extended stay. The kitchenette features a small fridge, microwave and hotplate for cooking. There is a drip coffee maker and hot water boiler for making coffee and teas to enjoy on the relaxing outdoor deck or on the couch with loved ones.
The outdoor areas are relaxing and peaceful for your mountain getaway. The backyard shared area has a table with umbrella and BBQ grill for evening enjoyment. The small deck has a small bistro seating area for guests to enjoy as well. The house is equipped with a washer and dryer unit that is shared for both suites to use during their stay.
This space is well suited for individuals or couples as a private suite. The downstairs suite can also be rented out and joined as one house for groups or families.
Sleeping Arrangements
Queen Bed Private Bedroom ~ 2 Guests
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.
*WE ARE OPEN* In effort to keep our guests safe; we are following all recommended guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting each suite. This includes always fresh and clean lines, all surfaces, doorknobs and light switches and commonly touched areas are completely disinfected and we take great care in each cleaning to ensure your suite and all common areas are cleaned and disinfected. There is plenty of space and privacy for each party to remain socially distant from other guests and residents. Please call or message us if you have any further concerns or questions; we are happy to help.
A High Elevation Experience Like No Other
Crestone 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 Dunes
The 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 Crestone
Crestone 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 Recreation
Crestone 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.

Property manager

Erin McGrath

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

471779

About the neighborhood

Map
CO, Crestone

What's nearby

  • Little Pearl Pocket Park - 3 min walk
  • Baca Grande Park - 3 min drive
  • San Isabel Lake - 10 min drive
  • Great Sand Dunes National Park - 17 min drive
  • Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant Cloud - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Cloud Station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Our Food is Art - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Laughing Buddha Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Painted Skye Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is steps from Little Pearl Pocket Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Baca Grande Park and San Isabel Lake. Great Sand Dunes National Park is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away.

Challenger Views on Ridgecrest: Upstairs Suite Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Oak view

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about this property is the upstairs porch. Wonderful views of the sunset and so many stars at night! The owner of this property pays a lot of attention to detail. Coffee and filters are provided as well as tea and a little dish of mints when you arrive. There was also a separate electric kettle, which was a nice touch. The place smells brand new and they were individual bottles of shampoo, soap, conditioner, etc. if you’re going to Crestone, stay here if you can!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacquelyne a.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful, well provisioned and quiet
My sister & I loved our stay. We were so impressed as we had everything and more provided for us. It was on the far end of the Baca, so the view and solitude was exceptional. The porch for our meals and meditations was the best, looking out across the valley. Would've love an inside table to eat at though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little place and hat want we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb Location and Perfectly Appointed and Managed
The location and views from the upper rooms are without equal. You will sleep in silence, awake to beauty, and thank your lucky dark-sky stars you chose so wisely. The property manager, Erin, is just as wonderful. I needed her help (due to idiocy on my behalf) - and she came racing to my rescue with a smile on her face and the most genuine, heart-centered concern you can imagine. I highly recommend staying at this property (and hope its available the next time I visit Crestone!).
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tawnya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Advertised location was’t the correct location
We chose the listing because we were hoping to be in the town of Crestone and spa/whirlpool. Advertised location was’t the correct location on the map and no whirlpool. We didn't realize we were going to be in a development 25 minutes from our group. Clarification of rental wasn’t revealed until rental was completed. That being said, the rental was clean, quiet, and had extra details(coffee, tea, candy, shampoo/conditioner, notebook with details).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent star gazing
Very clean property, well-stocked, very comfortable. Clear instructions from host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dark Sky community was great! The room was perfect for what we needed—I loved the location and the views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, quiet and clean!
I appreciated a lot about this upstairs apartment: the light, the deck, the amenities of the mini-kitchen, and addition of an AC unit that really helped during the hot summer days. The manager was incredibly quick to respond to a few issues that came up with the electrical. I would suggest some better ambient lighting, like a floor lamp and/or better and more table lamps. There's one in the bedroom with a switch that even my tiny hands could barely get to under the shade! And I was lucky that the folks in the unit below were very quiet. In all, I really enjoyed my 6 day stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with partner
This is a spotless and very comfortable property. Various local towns were easily accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023