14 Mi to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park: Cortez Ranch

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Fenced-In Pet Area | Gas Grill | 4 Mi to Downtown Cortez Experience the charm of country living at its finest at ‘Podunk’s Ranch’! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath house sits on a peaceful 40-acre ranch—perfect for small groups looking to unwind in Colorado’s wide-open spaces. Hike through scenic Hawkins Preserve, then kick back as cattle roam nearby and the stars put on a show in the clear night sky. It’s the quiet escape you didn’t know you needed! -- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 full bed - Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed, 1 twin floor mattress MAIN FEATURES - Dining table - Private backyard, outdoor seating - Gas grill KITCHEN - Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave - Drip coffee maker, blender, toaster - Cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels GENERAL - Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer - Washer & dryer - Free WiFi FAQ - No A/C - Pet fee (paid pre-trip) ACCESSIBILITY - Single-story home, 2 steps to enter PARKING - Driveway (2 vehicles) - Small RV/trailer parking -- THE LOCATION -- - 14 miles to Mesa Verde National Park - 40 miles to Lone Mesa State Park - 11 miles to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument - 8 miles to Phil's World Trailhead - 62 miles to Durango-La Plata County Airport -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes) - Pets must be leashed when outside due to the rural area and cows - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story home requires 2 steps to enter - The property is not equipped with air conditioning - This property sleeps 3 guests in 2 beds, with room for 4 total by using the twin floor mattress