Nestled in the San Luis Valley, Whispering Hills Retreat offers a serene mountain getaway. Unwind on the expansive concrete terrace with panoramic views of the mountains and starry night skies or relax in the open living area filled with games and movies. The home sits on eight acres of hilled land at the base of peaks perfect for photography, birdwatching, hiking trails like North Crestone Trailhead and Willow Lake.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Whispering Hills Retreat
Welcome to Whispering Hills! This beautiful two bedroom two-bathroom home is newly built with excellent craftmanship. Enjoy the expansive views, vaulted ceilings, huge open kitchen living and dining area with island bar for entertainment. The outdoor concrete terrace is oversized so you can enjoy the expansive views of the mountains and starry nights skies while spending time outside. The house sits on eight acres of hilled and open land well situated at the base of the peaks this is a great opportunity for photography and birdwatching. You will enjoy playing games in the dining area and watching movies and relaxing in the open living area; well stocked with games and movies. The kitchen island bar makes for great conversations and a good workspace for those working remotely. Each bedroom and bathroom are on opposite sides of the house, making it a perfect combination of privacy and gathering space. This great home is dog friendly so bring your furry friend and come out to explore!
Sleeping Arrangements: Two Queen Bedrooms ~ One Queen Blow Up Mattress~
Enjoy great tasting mountain well 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. Whispering HillsRetreat is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts and folks looking for a peaceful mountain getaway.
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 well 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 cabin, 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 Crestone Mountain Retreat 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.
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.
Hot Springs
Joyful Journey Hot Springs ~ Sand Dunes Swimming Pool (Hooper Pool) ~ Valley View Hot Springs ~ Splashland Hot Springs
Hiking Trails
Willow Lake ~ North Crestone Creek ~ South Crestone Creek ~ Crestone Needle ~ Cottonwood Creek ~Willow Creek ~ Native American Stone Huts ~ South Colony Lakes Trail ~ Crestone Peak Trail ~ Challenger Point ~ Music Pass via Rainbow Trail
Activities
Great Sand Dunes National Park ~ The Colorado Gator Farm ~ San Luis Valley Brewing Company ~ Penitente Canyon ~ Shrine of the Stations of the Cross ~ Firedworks Gallery ~ Colorado Gators Reptile Park ~ Zapata Falls Trailhead ~ Splashland Hot Springs ~ UFO Watchtower ~ Baca Grande Stables ~ Crestone Ziggurat ~ Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge ~ Penitente Canyon ~ Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center ~ Crestone Ziggurat ~ Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Jack Dempsey Birthplace ~ Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic and Historic Byway ~ Movie Manor ~Mill Creek Ranch at Old Cow Town ~ Indiana Jones Bed and Breakfast ~ Russell Lakes State Wildlife Area ~ Blanca-Zapata Recreation Area, BLM ~ Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (Blanca Wetlands) ~ San Luis Lakes State Wildlife Area ~ JW Ranch Nature Tours
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Crestone, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Trujillo Homestead and Silver Cliff Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool and Smokey Jack Observatory. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Crestone travel guide
What time is check-in at Whispering Hills Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whispering Hills Retreat?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Whispering Hills Retreat located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Baca Grande Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Little Pearl Pocket Park. San Isabel Lake is 6 mi (9.7 km) away.
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Whispering Hills was just what we needed! Perfect location to get away from the stresses of life. Great hiking trails nearby. The spiritual centers nearby made us feel like we were in another country! Crestone is very accommodating and friendly. We will definitely revisit!
Clean, great atmosphere, well appointed, comfortable, easy, with great proximity to so much, views, and all the little extras that can make all the difference. No downsides. We will be back!
We loved this home on Whispering Hills. The property had amenities galore. Coffee, creamer, sugar, hot cocoa (for the kids), shampoo and conditioner. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook our meals as well. If I had to be picky, I would mention that I was not a fan of the beds, but if you like a firm mattress you will be in heaven!
The house was beautiful and perfectly set up. Baca Grande is an amazing area. So beautiful views from all the windows are much appreciated. I would definitely stay again!
One of the best stays I’ve ever experienced through these apps. This was an insanely lovely piece of property with a very welcoming home. They had everything we needed and then some. Our pups absolutely loved the 8 acres the house sat on, got to run around and experience the area. We thoroughly enjoyed everything provided. Beautiful night skies to stargaze, a fully stocked kitchen for meals, and a very comfortable bed to sleep in. The host Erin was extremely responsive and welcoming and helped with any questions we had. We will definitely be returning!
We chose this location due to this area having a Bortle 2 scale dark sky and the property for its spectacular views of the mountains and unobstructed skies for viewing with a telescope. It did not disappoint!
I recently had the pleasure of staying at this Vrbo property, and I can confidently say it was an amazing experience! Before we even arrived, the host made us feel welcomed and attended to our needs. The home itself was likely the cleanest rental we've ever stayed. It was fully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and then some! The thoughtful amenities really made our experience great. We felt right at home throughout our stay, making it difficult to leave!I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!