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Fortress Cabin on the West Rim

Apartment in Canyon with kitchen and fireplace

Photo gallery for Fortress Cabin on the West Rim

Outdoor spa tub
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books
View from property
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fortress Cabin offers a tranquil retreat, gazing at the breathtaking Fortress Cliffs along Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Unwind by the wood burning fireplace, enjoy porch swings on the covered patio facing east or relax around the beautiful flagstone patio with an outdoor fire pit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is NZ$1,314
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fortress Cabin on the West Rim

The stronghold of Fortress Cabin takes its name for the centerpiece of its view gazing at the Fortress Cliffs along the east rim of Palo Duro Canyon State Park, a protected six miles of cliffs overlooking the Grand Canyon of Texas. The bluff’s look the same way the first Texans saw it — unspoiled. The steep margins of the Fortress Cliffs consist of bright, banded layers of orange, red, brown, yellow, and white rocks that represent four geologic periods. Adding to the cliffs scenic grandeur are numerous pinnacles, buttes, and mesas. Doves Rest Fortress is a place of exceptional security, privacy and refuge.



Modern but rustic, this two-bedroom, two-bath cabin is immaculate and fully furnished. It features a wood burning fireplace, covered patio facing east with porch swings, fire pit and BBQ. The fully equipped kitchen offers everything you need to make you feel at home. Clean linens and towels are provided for your comfort along with extra blankets for cozy nights. A 70” T.V. in the living area makes the nights even more entertaining! Guests can unwind around the beautiful flagstone patio and enjoy the outdoor fire pit when the temperature dips. The combination of upscale amenities and stunning vistas is what makes this Palo Duro Canyon Cabin so attractive to the discriminating intrepid traveler.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Canyon, TX

What's nearby

  • Palo Duro Canyon State Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Elkins Ranch - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Palo Duro Canyon - 19 min drive - 16.8 km
  • American Quarter Horse Association - 31 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Amarillo Civic Center - 32 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Amarillo, TX (AMA-Rick Husband Amarillo Intl.) - 43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fortress Cabin on the West Rim pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Fortress Cabin on the West Rim?

As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fortress Cabin on the West Rim on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$1,313.67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Fortress Cabin on the West Rim?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fortress Cabin on the West Rim?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fortress Cabin on the West Rim located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Elkins Ranch and within 9 miles (15 km) of Palo Duro Canyon State Park and Red River. Palo Duro Canyon and Bar Z Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Fortress Cabin on the West Rim Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 279 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Doves Rest Cabins - Fortress, on the West Rim

Very clean cabin! Cabin has has everything you need for your stay. Great views of the canyon! Would highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great views of the Canyon. Cabin's floor plan and design is exceptional. Nice amenities. I will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

Beautiful views!

Peaceful evenings with beautiful views. The communication with the owners is very easy and they are quick to respond. Wonderful welcome gift of sparkling cider and champagne with two complimentary flutes was a pleasant surprise. Definitely worth staying here when you visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Perfect Long Weekend

Property is lovely - great views. Plenty of firewood. Kitchen has lots of pots and pans - easy to cook here. And better still the concierge service made sure our groceries were in the house when we arrived. Good communication on directions and how to work the key pad for the house and the gate. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Doves Rest Cabin-Fortress On the Rim

Location was outstanding. The view was magnificent. The house is just about 50 feet from the rim of the canyon and the view is absolutely incredible. As far as the house is concerned, I have to tell you I have been renting locations for special occasions for over 30 years and this property was the very best equipped in every area and also the cleanest. If I could give it a 10 start for all categories I would. If you're looking for a tremendously great place, for a relaxing stay, rent the Fortress property, you will not regret your decision. My wife and I intent to rent the same location for our anniversary in May. The owners were extremely easy to deal with and were responsive to every need.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

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

Truly The Most Spectacular Views Of My Life

I have been using VRBO for roughly 20 years. This was the best communication from the owner/management I've ever experienced, by far. House was clean and charming. The view was breathtaking. Even my teenagers' exclaimed it was the best view of their lives and began to FaceTime family and friends to show off this special place. We cooked spaghetti and ate outside with that view. Then I woke up and did it all again with that view and my coffee. Cool general store and beer/wine bar called The Sad Monkey and only 4 min drive away. Thank you! Jonathan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B., Michigan

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

Wonderful

Our stay at Fortress was pure pleasure. We were two couples in the house and the layout was great for us. There was nice separation between the two bedrooms and both bedrooms were spacious with their own bathrooms and large closets. Beds were extremely comfortable. The living area was very comfortable and as pictured. The house was well supplied, everything worked and was in very good condition. The outdoor area was also very comfortable and the amazing view was as pictured. A nice bonus was that the view from the living area faced East so we had beautiful sunrises over the canyon to enjoy while we were there. We had the ideal communication balance of feeling well looked after but also that we were given our privacy. The hiking was wonderful in the canyon and the cabin was just a couple of miles from the park entrance. An FYI for those who are coming to hike- we found the trail designations of moderate and difficult to be confusing. We hiked the Lighthouse trail, which is listed as moderate, and the the Comanche trails both listed as difficult and we all felt the Lighthouse trail presented more challenges than the two Comanche trails. Would love to return sometime and would absolutely stay at Doves Rest again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathe B.

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

Great VRBO with wonderful accommodations and beautiful views!!!

This was the ideal home to stay in to see the canyon and relax after traveling from Colorado to Texas!!! Highly recommend taking a little more time to stay here and enjoy a spectacular sunset and sunrise on the patio!!!! What a fabulous clean home with everything you need to enjoy your stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayshwarya S.

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

Loved the view and the proximity

Best view of the canyon as far as I am concerned. We had a snow storm while we were there and the house had everything to keep us warm and cozy. The trails were wonderful and the hot tub was a blessing after a 12 mile hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Peaceful, beautiful.

Quiet, clean, luxurious, beautiful view, well equipped with essential needs. Easy to get in and out of property, safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kl R.

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

amazing house

One of the best places I’ve stayed in my many years of using Vrbo. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Beautiful view

Had a very relaxing stay and the view was fabulous. Went into canyon and enjoyed the museum plus palo Duro canyon Would recommend and would be great for hikers or couples to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

Amazing

The view, cabin, and hosts were amazing. I will return and stay in the same cabin. Each day was wonderful and breath taking. Just what we needed to relax and refresh our mind and soul.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Serene Paradise

This house is fabulous, particularly the patio, porch and views. The house is comfortable and relaxing and is very private through its own secure gate. Constant cool breeze made even a warm afternoon pleasant and relaxing on the porch and it's about 5 mintues from the park entrance, so easy to go back and forth as needed. Wish I could have stayed longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

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

Beautiful views

Perfect place to stay for best view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Birthday

Wonderful place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxana L.

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

Excellent resort

The cabin was as beautiful as the pictures. The view was wonderful of the canyon! We will definitely be back to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Spectacular View!

We had a wonderful time (3 nights) at the Fortress cabin. The view is spectacular and we enjoyed the privacy of the property. The house had most everything we needed (no foil, plastic wrap, etc if you plan on cooking…but no big deal). The bed is very comfortable. They provided coffee pods for the keurig! We had a full day of nonstop rain and high winds so we were at the house all day and still enjoyed the view and the comfort of the house. Sad Monkey Mercantile is just down the road so we popped in for great sandwiches and iced coffee (and shopping). We were able to see the eclipse from the bottom of the canyon…not quite a full eclipse but still very cool to see! We hope to be back to Dove’s Rest this Fall for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari W.

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

View

The view was incredible. The house was very nice & clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Great Stay Great view

Wonderful property with an amazing view will be back when it gets warmer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

The Fortress @ Palo Duro Canyon

We had a wonderful stay at the Fortress Cabin (Doves Rest Resorts). The management team was great and the entire process from booking thru check-out was seamless. The cabin was exactly as advertised and was so cozy and comfortable. The location was perfect, very close to all the hiking trails. It sits on the rim of the canyon and the views were spectacular. The entire property was extremely clean, including the hot tub and grill. The cabin and the rental experience exceeded our expectations in every respect. We will definitely recommend the Fortress to others, and we hope to return ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

40th Birthday Trip

Amazing place. We really enjoyed views and how the property owners had thought about all the details. Very communicative and polite and we will probably stay there again someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

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

Beautiful Taos Home

Beautiful home with everything we needed! The enclosed yard is great and enjoyed all of the sitting areas there!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Twyla J.

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

Spectacular!

I don’t know if I can come up with words to describe the feeling of walking onto the patio and seeing the view of Palo Duro Canyon. It is simply breathtaking! The weather was cool and we sat on the patio all evening enjoying the views then watched the stars in the sky. The beds were comfortable and the house was lovely. I will be recommending this house to everyone and we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Gorgeous view!

The view was absolutely gorgeous. Pictures don’t do it justice. We loved the privacy and the peace and quiet, too. Great place to stay. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023