17401 Co Rd 501, Bayfield, CO 81122

Come and enjoy the peaceful sights and sounds of Vallecito! This is a clean, fully furnished, private, 2 bedroom/1 bath Contemporary Mountain Cabin - available... now for a 6-7 month lease (Oct 2025 - April 2026). Built in 2019, this cabin is well insulated for comfortable year round living. It will provide an ideal residence for someone looking for solitude, relaxation and a low maintenance lifestyle.

Furnishings include: Each bedroom has a queen bed with new hybrid mattress and upgraded pillows. Smart TV and reclining chair/sofa in living room. Eat in kitchen with 4 countertop height bar stools. Stainless steel appliances (including full sized refrigerator and a gas range). The dining room table seats 4. The bathroom includes 2 vanities/sinks, toilet and a walk in shower. High ceilings, modern lighting and multiple ceiling fans throughout. All modern fixtures. Extremely clean and well organized.

This cabin is single level with a contemporary/open floor plan. Central heat (propane). On demand tankless water heater. All LED lighting. Covered front porch. Great cell phone/internet reception! The cabin is easily accessed off of paved CR 501 (directly across from McCarthy's place) by a well maintained short dirt road. 4 wheel drive is recommended for winter driving conditions. Short/easy walk to the Rocky Mountain General Store and Vallecito Lake Event Center. The Cabin also has walkable and drive-able Lake access for ice fishing, ice skating, cross country skiing, snow shoeing and more!

Vallecito is quaint, tight knit community. It's the perfect wintertime get away for visitors and locals alike! During the winter, Vallecito is known for its established Nordic cross country ski track/trails as well as convenient access points for snowmobiling, sledding, and other winter/snow related activities. This cabin provides the perfect retreat for an out of town guest wanting to spend a winter in the Rockies or a local resident wanting a simpler and comfortable living experience for the winter season! Come see it for yourself! Cabin is self managed by the owner/landlord.

Normal Drive Times:
Approximately 20-25 minutes to Bayfield
Approximately 30-35 minutes to Durango
Approximately 1 hour to Purgatory Ski Mountain
Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Mountain
*may vary depending on weather conditions*

*Offsite laundry facilities at located at Blue Spruce RV park (1.5 miles away) or at the laundromat in Bayfield. Or if the Tenant desires, a Washer/Dryer can be installed prior to move in for additional fee.

Owner/Landlord is willing to consider a shorter lease term, but any terms less than 6 months will need to be paid in full at the time of lease signing (i.e. short term rental rules will apply). Inquire within for more details.

$1500/month rent + $1500 security deposit (due at lease signing)
Meeting with Landlord/owner- Zillow Application (including Background and Credit Check) required
No Smoking/Drugs of any kind
Tenant pays all utilities (electric, propane, water, snow removal and if desired - trash/internet)
Ideal residence for 1-2 people
Must vacate property no later than April 30, 2026

Income-to-rent ratio: 2x (negotiable)
Credit score: 675 or above (negotiable)
No Pets

(Note: some of the furnishings have been changed/upgraded from the pictures taken. Please contact owner/landlord to set up an in person tour to view the cabin and updated furnishings.) Read More