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Escape to River Song Refuge In Red Feather Lakes (Crystal Lake)
LARIMER COUNTY VACATION HOME RENTAL approval number: 21-ZONE3126
Nestled in the alpine forest, on the banks of the N. Fork of the Cache la Poudre River in the Rocky Mountains of Red Feather Lakes, Colorado~our guests experience a total immersion in nature. Our unique cheerfully-decorated cabin sits only 75 feet from the edge of the river, plus covered deck & showcases stunning nature views of the N. Fork of the Cache la Poudre River. Over 200 ft of river front property and a Nature Path right out the door by the River for hiking with private access to Roosevelt National Forest right from the property! Abundant additional hiking trails are available both private and public.
Pet-friendly-2 dogs max $25 per dog, per night.
Located 10 min from Beaver Meadows Resort, 10 min from Red Feather Lakes, 1 hr from Fort Collins, 2 hrs from Denver, 1.5 hrs from Cheyenne! Elevation 8572 feet high!
You'll love our peaceful and romantic refuge because of the soothing sounds of the river, abundant wildlife, privacy, tranquility, and convenience to hiking and fishing just out the door. Our refuge is good for solo travelers, couples, and small families.
*Relax surrounded by river & forest~ You may want to just relax, reconnect with nature, hang out on the covered deck and listen to the river soothe all your troubles away. Enjoy being surrounded by the river, forest & stargaze--view the Milky Way in all it's starry splendor away from city lights in this dark sky community. Many activities to choose from when you feel like adventuring out in every season.
*Hiking~ The clean, crisp mountain air is always inviting. There is a trail along the river for hiking just out the front door. Trail maps for many more private hikes will be provided for guests at the cabin.
*More Activities~nearby include bird & wildlife viewing, horseback riding, snowshoeing, snow tubing, and cross-country skiing (the nearby resort 10 min away offers horses, snowshoes, snow tubes and cross country skis for rent). Fox Acres golf club is open to the public in Red Feathers-gorgeous scenery for golfing!
*Meals~A nearby resort offers a fantastic restaurant, and there are also other great restaurants in Red Feathers. We highly recommend Pot Belly!
*Wood stove--After the meal, snuggle in front of the wood stove (wood not provided).
~Decompress~Disconnect~Reconnect with Nature, Family & Friends
**Privacy~The. majority of your neighbors will be deer, moose, elk, black bears, bobcats, birds, eagles, marmots, wild turkeys, grouse, and much more. You may also see antelope, & mountain goats on the scenic drive up the mountain.
*House Details/Sleeping Arrangements: One bedroom with queen bed sleeps 2; 2 additional guests on queen air mattress or 2 couches in living room.
*Wood stove, microwave, covered deck overlooking the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River with patio set, picnic table with seating benches by the river.
*Kitchen essentials including pots/pans/skillets, utensils, cooking knives, dishware, wine glasses/mugs/cups/glasses stocked in the kitchen.
*Please note no outside fires and no fireworks allowed. Larimer County and Crystal Lakes HOA have both strictly banned all fire pits from short term rentals.
*Trading Post in Red Feather Lakes Village has groceries, liquor, fuel and fun gifts & souvenirs.
*Getting there~Please note the majority of the access road is a well maintained paved county road. Small part of the access road is a dirt road well maintained by Crystal Lakes HOA.
*Winter. 4 wheel drive is highly recommended & sometimes necessary November through April. Good tires are necessary and chains are needed sometimes in the winter. The weather can change very quickly on the mountain. Please check weather forecast, contact us if questions and plan accordingly.
* Dog Friendly! :) Bring your best buddy (or buddies) with you for your vacation! No need to leave Fido behind or arrange for a pet sitter! Dogs must be at least one year old and must be house trained. Please let owners know when booking your stay how many dogs are in your family that will be joining you. Please bring a blanket for your dog to lay on, as they are not allowed on the beds or furniture. Please pick up after your dog. Please never leave your dog in the home unattended unless they are crated.
WiFi included. Smart TV with DVD player.
*Fort Collins is about an hour drive away, it's a cool town with lots to do. Check it out at www.visitfortcollins.com.
*Shambhala Mountain Center is about a 20 minute drive away, it offers many classes and teaching of paths of personal health, deepened awareness and transformation. There are also several churches in Red Feather Lakes Village.
* Wildlife~Please be aware you are going into wildlife country if you stay at River Song Refuge. This is home to a lot of wildlife, including moose, bobcats, elk, deer, eagles, coyotes, marmots, mountain lions, lynx, black bears and much more.
*No Hunting, shooting or archery allowed on property. No discharging of firearms on property.
*No Rearranging of Furniture.
*No Smoking inside or outside the home.
*Owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises which includes any damage to any vehicles or trailers, campers, etc. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premises.
*Please keep your pets supervised if under voice command, or on a leash for their safety.
*Kayaks and Canoes are available from Jax Outdoor Gear in Fort Collins. These can be taken to the public lakes in Red Feather Lakes--these cannot be taken to the private lakes.
*No ATV/UTVs allowed on any roads in the community or the nearby trails. There are some you can trailer to--check with the Forest Service for specifics.
*Fishing~There are 7 public lakes in Red Feathers where the fishing is free. River Song Refuge is located right on the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River, and our guests also have access to an additional 4 private lakes in Crystal Lakes. Please note to fish the area of the river in front of the cabin and the private lakes in Crystal Lakes, guest fishing passes must be purchased from Crystal Lakes Base Camp Office.
*Fishing Pass Info: To fish the private lakes in the community and the river in front of the cabin, it requires a fee to Crystal Lakes Base Camp. Daily guest fishing passes are available from their office (open 9am - 5pm 5 days a week Tues - Sat with exception of holidays). Adult guests (16+) $40; Youth guests (7-15) $20; Age 6 and under free with paying adult. The daily pass is specific to one person for one day. (Limit 3 fish for the lakes. The river fishing is fly and lure and catch & release only. River fishing requires a Colorado fishing license in addition to guest fishing pass). Please let owners know if you would like to purchase fishing passes from the office, so we can make arrangements for you to do so. Fines start at $150 per occurrence for fishing the river and/or private lakes without a valid guest fishing pass and will be cause for removal from the property and cancellation of stay.
A liability release and agreement to all rental rules will accompany your confirmation.
Must be at least 21 to rent. No third party bookings. Government issued photo identification may be required upon check in.
*SNOW TUBING & CROSS COUNTRY SKIING~Available during the winter at the nearby Beaver Meadows resort.
*Note: Your safety matters. An exterior security camera is located at the driveway, facing out. The camera does not look into any interior spaces