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Twisted Cedars Ranch: Rest, Restore, Relax in mountain style.

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Mancos, CO
  • Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mancos State Park
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Adorable private bungalow on quiet horse and hay farm near Mesa Verde

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (31)
The price is AU$319
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Adorable private bungalow on quiet horse and hay farm near Mesa Verde

About the area

Mancos

Located in Mancos, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center and Mesa Verde National Park Entrance. .This vacation home is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Farming Terraces and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Prater Ridge Trail.
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What's nearby

  • Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 13 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Knife Edge Trail - 25 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Mancos State Park - 46 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Cliff Palace - 58 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Drive Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Green Table Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mancos Brewing Company - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Spruce Tree Cafeteria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Twisted Cedars Ranch: Rest, Restore, Relax in mountain style.

If you're looking for a peaceful spot with beautiful views of the mountains this is the place to be. Unwind in a private guest house located on ten acres with beautiful views of the La Plata Mountains, trees and wildlife. There is a large living room with a wood burning stove, a full kitchen and a quaint pub table for two which overlooks the La Plata Mountains. An additional pullout futon is available for sleeping. TV, WiFi, movies, books and games are also available. The bedroom has a queen size bed and private bathroom. Please note: The outside door pictured to the left of the main door of the guest house is a private door to a garage, it is not a second guest house and not accessible to guests. During the summer months the porch has two comfy chairs to sit on to watch humming birds, with great views of the mountains. Mesa Verde National Park is a little over 3 miles away. Phil’s World, a mountain bike paradise is 5 miles away. The city of Cortez is 13 miles away, the city of Mancos is 11 miles away and the city of Durango is 39 miles away. **4 wheel drive or all wheel drive is recommended during winter months **
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and snowboarding nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include a video library, cross-country skiing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Heather and Chad Johnston

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please wash and put away dishes.
If decorated pillow shams were not used, please leave them on the pillows.
We do not have the option to recycle here. Please throw out all trash.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Twisted Cedars Ranch Rest Restore Relax in Mountain Style
Twisted Cedars Ranch Rest Restore Relax in mountain style.

Twisted Cedars Ranch: Rest, Restore, Relax in mountain style. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H., Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness
5/5 – Peaceful retreat just minutes from Mesa VerdeOur stay at Twisted Cedars Ranch was absolutely excellent—peaceful, scenic, and truly off the beaten path in the best way. Just a short, beautiful 10-minute drive down a private dirt road (less than a mile from the entrance to Mesa Verde), this place felt secluded yet completely accessible to everything we came for.The one-bedroom unit was exceptionally clean and well thought-out—comfortable for both relaxing and cooking. My wife and I made full use of the functional kitchen for daily breakfasts and quiet dinners, and the views from the property were breathtaking. Every morning, we were treated to a stunning sunrise, and the tranquility of the ranch made it feel like time slowed down.We were especially grateful to meet our kind hosts, Heather and Chad, who were welcoming and respectful of our space. Their property is a hidden gem, and the quiet out there is something special you don’t easily find.Highly recommended for couples or solo travelers who appreciate nature, privacy, and being close to the wonders of Mesa Verde.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

B S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heather and Chad were great hosts. The cottage was lovely. Clean and well equipped. We enjoyed sitting on the porch in the morning watching the sunrise and watching the many hummingbirds at the feeder. The location is convenient to Mesa Verde but away from town. Quiet and private. The gardens were wonderful to walk through and see what was growing. We enjoyed our stay so much that we extended our stay 1 night. We would definitely recommend staying here. I would stay again if we are in the area again. Five stars all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Was very scenic. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay. The accommodations fit our needs perfectly. We were in Colorado for a family reunion at Echo Basin so the location was close enough that it was easy to get to, but far enough away to escape from the chaos of my extended family. It made my morning to have coffee with the hummingbirds. We appreciate Heather and Chad sharing their property with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few days in the Colorado Mountains

Cozy, well equipped cottage with great location. Comfortable furnishings. Stunning views of the La Platas from the dining table. Beautiful property. We enjoyed the garden area and the stars on clear nights. Close to Mesa Verde, Durango, and hiking. Very good restaurants nearby. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place for Mesa Verde

Really great place. Quiet and has everything. Nice kitchen and owners are great available, but leave you alone - perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara T., Spring, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cabin Getaway

The location of this cabin is perfect! From the cabin, we spent time at Mesa Verde, travelling the San Juan Skyway/Million Dollar Highway, and a day out west at Bluff UT, Valley of the Gods and Monument Valley as highlights. The directions to the cabin were spot on - we travelled in late at night and it was quite dark. We had no issues getting to the cabin and accessing it. The cabin itself was adorable and clean! It has a full kitchen that we utilized to cook during our trip. The living area, bedroom and bathroom were all excellent and served our purposes. The kitchen was stocked with cooking necessities, which we utilized during the trip. The bathroom has plenty of towels, soap and shampoo. The bedroom was adorable and had bedside tables and plenty of outlets. My favorite part is the beautiful view of the mountains. We could see the sunrise each morning, it was stunning. I felt safe on the property, which is well maintained and in a great neighborhood. We did get to meet the host, Heather, who gave us tips and points of interest to see while visiting. She was accommodating and wanted to be sure that we had everything that we needed. Overall, I would love to stay at this property again! We had a wonderful trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendalee C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mesa Verde quiet getaway

Only 10 minutes from Mesa Verde NP but on a quiet road. Loved the house. We also enjoyed seeing the owners’ garden and fairy garden!Nice touches - homemade zucchini bread on arrival. Plus eggs, butter and a pizza in case we arrived hungry!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

andy b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The environment was great, the check in was easy, and we could not have stayed any closer to Mesa Verde National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vrbo in Colorado!

Great location; quiet & within minutes of Mesa Verde. Conveniently located to other multiple points of interest as well. Super clean & well stocked cabin. Perfect accommodation during travel.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mesa Verde

What a wonderful location- not far from Mesa Verde NP but still miles away from hustle and bustle. It is such a beautiful peaceful place. We loved seeing the mountains, the stars and the birds out the windows and on the porch. The cabin itself had everything we could need and was built and decorated with great attention to detail
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danial N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the beaten path.

Nice 1 bedroom apartment with a wood stove. The wood stove really warmed up the space nicely with little effort. Owner left a pizza and some eggs in the fridge. Nice if you get in late and don’t have time for grocery shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting

Perfect place to stay! Great hostsl and amenitie. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, Peaceful, Private Cabin in Beautiful Setting

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights as we visited Mesa Verda NP. A very nice and clean accommodation that met all of our needs - full kitchen with everything needed to fix meals, good shower and comfortable bed. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. They left a loaf of zucchini (grown in their garden) bread and a bottle of champagne in the fridge with a nice note as we were celebrating our 40th anniversary. The cabin is located out in the country with no nearby neighbors visible from the cabin. It's about a 10 minute drive on a gravel road to the main road and maybe 5 minutes away from the entry gate to Mesa Verde. We loved the sweeping mountain views and watching the sunsets and sunrises. We highly recommend the Twisted Cedars cabin if you like a peaceful and relaxing environment. We would gladly return. And we give it 6 stars out of 5 with 5 being the highest!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful Place Out in the Country

This is a beautiful and very quiet place out in the country! Loved the amenities like the oven, Keurig, and wood-burning stove. Clean, cozy and perfect getaway about 45 minutes from Mesa Verde. Chad and Heather were great hosts, they made the check-in and checkout processes easy and clear. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

alan t.

Liked: Cleanliness

fantastic getaway

peaceful, quiet, beautiful, and relaxing. close to mesa verde national park ,and san juan mts. Unable to contact host. Highly recommended, especially in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hosts!! Wonderful location near Mesa Verde, wonderful night sky!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the Beaten Path

Great stay just outside of Mesa Verde. Property located on the side of a ridge about 3 miles off the hard surface. Very quiet location. Enjoyed watching the Harvest moon rise from the east. Cottage is clean and comfortable and well equipped, as we like to cook in. Thank you for sharing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rob A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot for Mesa Verde & Four Corners

Great location, so close to Mesa Verde! Clean, quiet, well kept up, with everything you need for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minty H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would stay here again

It is about 15 minute drive to Minos, where my daughter lives, but it’s a nice neighborhood and a beautiful property and the hosts were excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reunion

OK
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time

The perfect place to stay while we explored the Mesa Verde National Park. The property was located very near the park entrance. Beautiful views of the surrounding area and very charming. The hosts keep this place well maintained and organized. The hosts put a lot of effort into you have an amazing time here. My wife and I enjoyed our 3rd wedding anniversary while visiting and we were surprised that the hosts had a bottle of champagne and a note waiting for us in the fridge when we arrived. We would definitely recommend visiting this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

It was a comfortable place to stay at. We also enjoyed watching the hummingbirds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

RT W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024