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The Cottage House

House in Ouray, CO

8 guests·4 bedrooms·2.5 bathrooms

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Fenced backyard with gas fire pit invites cozy mountain evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Steps from Ouray's hot springs, galleries and dining.

Style & Comfort

Style & Comfort

Historic charm blends with modern comforts for group getaways.

What guests are saying

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4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 114 reviews

Guests consistently praise the property's spaciousness and unique character, making it ideal for group stays. The well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces suit families perfectly. Many appreciate the excellent location, which allows easy access to local amenities and outdoor activities. Reviewers commend the responsive communication from hosts, ensuring a pleasant experience. The backyard and cozy atmosphere also receive positive mentions, contributing to an overall enjoyable stay for visitors.

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Property details

4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom historic home delightfully combines modern updates and conveniences with historic relics and vintage charm. Great Outdoor Space, located in the Heart of Downtown Ouray with air condition in upstairs sleeping areas. ***Book Today for Only $300 Down at the Time of Booking*** STR Permit#2025 - 1031 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathrooms historic home delightfully combines modern updates and conveniences with historical vintage charm. This home, originally constructed in 1886, features original oak beams in the basement, wood harvested from a mining cabin (circa the 1880s) in the main living space, a gourmet kitchen, and a gas fireplace. The owners of this home have remodeled most of the appointments and amenities creating an ultra comfortable getaway home perfect for families and friends to enjoy. Step into the open floor plan living and dining area complete with ample comfortable seating, a gas fireplace to cozy up to after a full day of adventure. extra large bean bags to sink into to enjoy your favorite book or movie on the 60-inch Smart TV. Guests enjoy preparing a family meal in the oversized kitchen with a second dining area, island with plenty of space and all of the kitchen supplies the chef in your group needs. The upstairs sleeping accommodations feature newly installed top of the line mini-split air conditioning units in the common hall area and in the primary bedroom for your comfort during the summer months. Evaporative coolers are provided in the kitchen and living areas. Sleeping accommodations include a spacious primary ensuite bedroom with a Queen bed on the second floor with a full bathroom with shower stall, room to relax in a comfy chair and enjoy your favorite book or roll out your yoga mat and stretch out, a dedicated mini split air conditioning unit cools the bedroom nicely during the summer months. The second and third bedrooms are also located on the second floor, each with full size beds and a full bathroom located in the hallway. The fourth oversized bedroom is located on the basement level with a chase lounge chair television and washer and dryer. Bed Configuration: Primary Ensuite Bedroom - Queen Bed (2nd Level) 2nd Bedroom - Double Bed (2nd Level), 3rd Bedroom - Double Bed (2nd Level), 4th Bedroom - Queen Bed (Basement). The fenced backyard has a relaxing outdoor seating area with a gas fire pit and Adirondack chairs to enjoy your favorite libation and or grill your favorite meal on the gas grill. In addition to its historic appeal and modern luxury, its location is unbeatable! It's located on Main Street, providing easy access to the famous Ouray Natural Hot Springs Pool, excellent art galleries, delectable dining options, and nearby hiking trailheads. It's the perfect base camp for off-roading, climbing, fishing, skiing, relaxing, and all of your other mountain adventures. Guests are welcome to park up to one vehicle in the back alleyway and two vehicles in front of the home on Main Street (May though October). This home is pet-friendly. Guests are welcome to bring up to 2 well-behaved dogs. The pet fee is $40.00, per night/$250.00 maximum. Please confirm that you will be traveling with a dog(s) when you book your reservation. Please review and follow the Pet Policy. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. We do offer travel insurance. Minimum age to book this property is : 25

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer and dryer

    Washer and dryer

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

Guest reviews

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Kay N.

Convenient and fun spot to stay!

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October 2026

We had a wonderful time. The house is very convenient to everything downtown Ouray. The sleeping accommodations were spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed the quiet of the backyard fire pit. The parking area behind the house was so convenient for unloading as well as an area off the Main Street so you always had a parking spot. I definitely would rent again if we return to the picturesque area of Ouray!

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Justin B.

Best Stay in Ouray

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October 2026

Excellent location, clear communication about the easy check in/out process, and a great layout for large groups. Would highly recommend.

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Sofia

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August 2026

Great location and place!

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Mary H B.

Our 4th Ouray Vacation In This Historical Rental Home

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July 2026

Our family absolutely love The Cottage House! July, 2026 was our 4th vacation stay at this rental, we are extremely satisfied with this quaint historical residence, we just keep coming back to this perfect property main street downtown Ouray! This has become a family tradition and a wonderful time full of cherished memories! A very unique and satisfying experience for our family! It's Great!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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