Guest House with Gate to Canyons of the Ancients • Near Mesa Verde National Park

OVERVIEW
The Guest House is a quiet, private casita on a four‑acre property with a private gate that opens directly into Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. Walk straight to public‑land trails—no driving or easements. It’s a cozy home base for hikers and stargazers, with big‑sky views and true dark‑sky nights.

WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT
• Gate on the property opens directly to monument trails—no driving required
• Private one‑bedroom casita with its own kitchen and living room
• Dark‑sky stargazing and sunrise/sunset desert vistas
• Fast Starlink Wi‑Fi and simple, contactless self check‑in/checkout

SLEEPING & LAYOUT (1BR/1BA)
• Bedroom: King bed; Loft: Queen bed
• Living: comfortable seating area that opens to the kitchen
• Bath: one full bathroom

KITCHEN & DINING
• Full kitchen with cookware, dinnerware, and basic pantry items
• Small dining table and outdoor porch seating for coffee with a view

WORK & WI‑FI
• Strong Starlink Wi‑Fi throughout
• Handy workspace for quick emails between hikes

OUTDOOR SPACES & ACCESS
• Shared four‑acre setting with direct access through the property’s private gate to monument trails
• Porch with long mountain views; superb dark‑sky stargazing
• Easy day trips to Mesa Verde National Park (about 15 minutes), Hovenweep, Durango, and the wider Four Corners region

GUEST ACCESS
• This listing is for the Guest House only
• Outdoor areas and the private trail gate are shared with the on‑site Main House when it is booked by another party; for exclusive use of the whole property and both homes, please see our “Two Homes” listing
• Smart‑lock self check‑in; a unique code is issued for your stay

PARKING & ARRIVAL
• On‑site parking for 1–2 vehicles dedicated to the Guest House; trailer or RV by prior approval only
• Rural road access; typical high‑desert conditions and seasonal weather

REMOTE HOSTING & LOCAL SUPPORT
• We manage remotely from North Carolina and are a phone call or message away
• Our local team in Cortez provides on‑the‑ground support

WATER & ENVIRONMENT
• Deep, filtered well with reverse osmosis at the kitchen sink; taste may vary slightly due to natural minerals
• Please follow public‑land etiquette when entering from the gate: stay on designated trails and leave what you find

HOUSE RULES SNAPSHOT
• Registered guests only; no events or parties
• Quiet hours and respect for land and neighbors
• Pet policy: Pets permitted (pre‑approval required; fee applies; see House Rules for limits)
• Check‑in/out: 4:00 PM check‑in, 10:00 AM check‑out

GOOD TO KNOW
• High‑desert climate brings day‑to‑night temperature swings—pack layers
• Seasonal notes: brief summer monsoons and occasional winter snow are normal for the region
• One exterior camera faces the driveway; no interior cameras

WHY TRAVELERS LOVE IT
Trail access at your doorstep, peaceful nights under bright stars, and a simple, well‑equipped casita to recharge between adventures.