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Grandpa's Cabin on the River

Riverside cabin with kitchen and fireplace

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Escape to this cozy cabin near Gunnison, where peaceful waterside retreat awaits. Enjoy fishing right in front of the cabin or simply unwind with serene sounds of rushing water nearby. Take advantage of the free RTA and explore Crested Butte, Mount Crested Butte, and more.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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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.

Grandpa's Cabin on the River

Ready to Relax? Look no further! This Cozy Cabin that sleeps 8 is the perfect getaway. You can fish right out the back of the cabin, or just sit and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the water rushing by. This location can't be beaten! You have a secluded getaway, that is conveniently located to all the top nearby attractions. Not to mention, you are right next door to Garlic Mike's, one of the best restaurants in Gunnison! The free RTA is right out the door and will take you anywhere you want to go from Crested Butte, Mount Crested Butte, to Gunnison. You are also across the street from a Bike Path that leads you to Downtown Gunnison, just 3 Miles away.
Room Descriptions:
Walk into the house straight into the newly added master bedroom with master bath. Straight into bed with your comfortable view of the river to begin your relaxing stay.
Bunk (twin over queen) bedroom and bathroom are just off of the living room. The second king bed is located in the loft that overlooks the living room

The neighboring property is Virgil's Cabin. Book both, and bring friends! Grandpa and Virgil were best friends. They knew what they were doing.
Sorry No Pets! This home is allergy-free! Please do not rent if you need to bring your dog

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 not allowed

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 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Grandpa’s On The River
Grandpas Cabin on the River
Grandpa’s Cabin on the River Cabin
Grandpa’s Cabin on the River Gunnison
Grandpa’s Cabin on the River Cabin Gunnison
1001383

About the area

Located in Gunnison, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Smith Opera House and Gunnison Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cranor Hill Ski Area and Dos Rios Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gunnison, CO

What's nearby

  • Western State Colorado University - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Jorgensen Park - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Blue Mesa Reservoir - 17 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Crested Butte Town Park - 29 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Crested Butte Mountain Resort - 35 min drive - 51.8 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pie-Zans - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dive Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garlic Mike's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Grandpa's Cabin on the River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grandpa's Cabin on the River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grandpa's Cabin on the River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grandpa's Cabin on the River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grandpa's Cabin on the River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Gunnison River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Western State Colorado University and Smith Opera House. Gunnison Visitor Information Center and Gunnison Pioneer Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Grandpa's Cabin on the River Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cabin with kitchen stocked well with cooking pans etc. The outdoor space is spectacular. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect riverside cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful new digs! And perfect weather
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Gunnison visit gem

We really enjoyed being right on the river. The location is great, handy to get to so many great places in the area. The cabin was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We weren’t in the house much, but having plenty of room to park and the river out back was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin, great location on the river. Close to town. Garlic Mike’s Italian Restaurant is right next door and it was very good. Property manager was accessible and responsive. Kitchen had everything we needed. Check in was a breeze. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

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

Good location

Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Grad weekend

Lovely place on a beautiful river that met our family’s needs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff c.

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

Great time thanks

My daughter and i had a fantastic time. Nice place to stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

riley s.

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

Great

Great place. Great location. Plenty of extra household items on site to set this property apart from the rest.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Low ceiling upstairs! Bumped my head several times!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F., Goshen, KY 40026

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

A little piece of heaven

Grandpa Cabin was great. We loved the location being right on the river and next door to Garlic Mike’s. The accommodations were very comfortable. Enjoyed the back covered patio during the day and fire pit by the water at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Fantastic!

We love it there and will be back to the same cabin next summer. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

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

Amazing property and experience!

This property is not only true to the online description, but even better in person! The riverside view is incredible and you can't beat the outside seating, as well as the covered patio. The cabin is incredibly clean and well appointed. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Awesome

We just stayed 5 nights at the cabin and it was absolutely amazing. Glad they did a remodel because not sure my husband and I would have liked the bunks or the 1/2 ceiling in the loft we would have made it work tho. It was great to have coffee in the mornings next to the river and watching all the boats going past. Love the cool nights and sitting by fire. Hope to go back next year. THANK YOU
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

STACY O.

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

Beautiful views and outdoor space

Great location and we really enjoyed the fire pit by the river. Only thing that would make it better is a new mattress on main floor bedroom. I didn’t notice it on other stays but this time I actually moved to the couch. I have stayed here multiple times. Will stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mike L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property and location was great, dirty under the master bed, mouse drippings in cabinet under the sink. Also evidently there is a Bear that came to visit the dumpster and trash can . I feel like this was a serious threat to us especially if out late
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Wonderful Cabin

A beautiful cabin in a beautiful location! We enjoyed our stay so much. Cabin was well equipped with everything we needed. Our hostess, Jenny, was very helpful and friendly! It is a minor thing, but we would have enjoyed the fireplace if we had been able. We would love to come back next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Thee View

Beautiful property. Gunnison river alone would be worth the trip. I The cabin was perfect. Location was perfect! The walking paths are beautiful. Wildlife was plenty, 2 large bucks, doe with fawns. Thank you for such an easy and perfect “home” on the river! We will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jan W.

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

August vacation

The outdoor space can't be beat. We very much enjoyed sitting by the river each morning with our coffee. You really need to just put a wall mirror and small shelves above the bathroom rosink
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

👍

Will be back in few years
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

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

Gorgeous waterfront!

What a charming place! So clean and the location cannot be beat. This cozy cabin feels like a hug when you walk in. We were there to drop our son off at Western University and it was such a lovely way to hang out together before that. Just a few steps to sit and watch the river, biking trails right across the street and a quick trip in to Crested Butte for some exploring there as well. I would highly recommend this lovely spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Perfect Location

Grandpa’s Cabin was terrific for our family trip to Gunnison. The cabin is set up well. The place is super clean and well-maintained. There is one bathroom, one bedroom, and a loft with large, super-comfortable bed. With the pullouts, you could easily sleep six folks. This is right on the Gunnison River which is fabulous. Between the outside fire pit and the inside fireplace, we were both at peace and in comfort ! 😀
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Easy

Cabin is easy to get to with plenty of parking. Gate is narrow if you have a trailer. Nice patio and outdoor seating. Living area open and comfortable. Bedroom is barely biger than the bed. Bathroom is small but servicable ( get rid of the vanity mirror cabinet so that a person can use the sink). Loft is fine but watch your head. Good pplace to stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024