Yurt at Screwball Ranch, The

970-872-7373

 

cabins guest horses

Located between Grand Mesa and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National, this is a unique economical mountain hideaway.

The yurt is fully insulated and ready for use year around. It is remote but well equipped with solar power (generator backup), propane/woodstove heat, both hot and cold running water, a complete kitchen and 3/4 bath. The loft is reached by a spiral staircase and sleeps two under the skylight.

Enjoy quiet solitude, hiking, horseback riding, 4-wheeling, fishing, hunting on our 80 acres of private mountain trails or private access to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land to explore.

Contact your hosts: Tom & Avie Howe 970-872-7373 or George & Sharon Bradshaw 970-856-6967.

    LODGING

  • Lodging Open Dates: All to Year
  • Cabin/Cottage with Cooking Facility: 1

    • RATES

  • Weekly Rates On-Season: Range from $240 to $390
  • Please call for rates, thank you.
  • Off-season rates available.
  • Multi-Night Stay Required: Always required, please call for details.

    • FACILITIES

  • Total Number of Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Number of Queen Beds: 1
  • Total Number of Double Beds: 2
  • Total Number of Sleeper (roll-a-way, air mattress or sofa) Beds: 3
  • Total Number of Beds: 6
  • Elevation: 7000 feet above sea level.
  • Region: Northwest - Grand Mesa Area
  • Location: Away from Town, but close to a community convenience store and restaurant.
  • Setting: Secluded cabin or vacation home. Mountain views. Forested.
  • In Central Area for Guests to Use: Fully equipped kitchen with pots, pans, dishes and serving utensils. Wood Stove. Central Picnic Area with BBQ Grills.

    • PET POLICIES

  • Pets: All Pets are allowed in private rental units.

    • HORSE FACILITIES

  • Guest's Horses Welcome (call for availability): You may bring your horse.
  • Individual Horse Run/Pen: On site.
  • Horse Trailer Parking: On site.
  • Horse Trails: Trails start on site.

    • FUN THINGS TO DO

    PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

  • National Park OR Monument: 30 minutes drive.
  • National Forests & BLM Lands: Walking distance.
  • State Parks: 30 minutes drive.
  • Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: 30 minutes drive to the scenic byway.
  • Museum: 30 minutes drive.
  • Golf Course: 20 minutes drive.
  • Movie Theater: 20 minutes drive.
  • Art Gallery: 20 minutes drive.

    • PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

  • Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: 30 minutes drive.
  • Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: 30 minutes drive.
  • Fly Shop: 20 minutes drive.
  • Boat Rentals: Canoe, Raft, Row, Paddle &/or Motor: 30 minutes drive.
  • Kayaking Rentals: 30 minutes drive.
  • Designated Whitewater Park (Kayak, Canoe): 30 minutes drive.
  • Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): On site.
  • Jeep Trails: 30 minute drive. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) & Dirt Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) & Dirt Bike Rentals: 20 minute drive.
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) & Dirt Bike Tours: 30 minute drive.
  • Mountain Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Bike Path: 20 minutes drive.
  • Bicycle Shop: 20 minutes drive.
  • Performing Arts Theatre: 30 minutes drive.
  • Mini Golf: 30 minutes drive.

    • HUNTING

  • Hunting in Area: On site.
  • Private Land Unguided Hunting On-Site: Yes.
  • Rifle Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Archery Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Muzzle Loading Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Bird Hunting (Turkey, Grouse, Pheasant): Yes.
  • Deer Hunting: Yes.
  • Elk Hunting: Yes.
  • Bear Hunting: Yes.
  • Mountain Lion Hunting: Yes.
  • Bighorn Sheep Hunting: Yes.
  • Mountain Goat Hunting: Yes.
  • Antelope Hunting: Yes.

    • WINTER ACTIVITIES

  • Downhill/Snowboarding Ski Area: 40 minutes drive.
  • Cross Country Skiing Trails: 20 minutes drive to trailhead.
  • Ski/Snowboard Equipment Rentals: 20 minutes drive.
  • Snowshoe Trails: 20 minutes drive to trailhead.
  • Snowmobile Trails: 20 minutes drive to trailhead.
  • Snowmobile Rentals: 20 minutes drive.
  • Snowmobile Tours: 20 minutes drive.
  • Snowmobile Sales & Services: 25 minutes drive.
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