Walk to Winery • Gate to Canyons of the Ancients
Walk across the street to award-winning Sutcliffe Vineyards—supplier to Amangiri Resort and Telluride! This cozy 2BR canyon casita sits on 3.9 private acres with a private gate opening directly into your 500,000-acre backyard: Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. King bed, queen loft, full kitchen, fast Starlink Wi-Fi, and some of the darkest skies in the US for Milky Way stargazing. Mesa Verde 20 min. Horseback riding 3 min. Effortless zero-chore checkout!
Cortez, CO, United States
4 guests
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
Good to know
Welcome to the Guest House at Sand Canyon Oasis—your desert basecamp on 3.9 private canyon acres directly across Road G from Sutcliffe Vineyards, one of Colorado's most celebrated wineries. Perfect for couples seeking a wine-country escape, small families exploring Mesa Verde, or adventurers who want ancient canyon trails right outside the door. YOUR 500,000-ACRE BACKYARD: The single most unique feature of this property is what lies beyond the back fence. Through the private gate is your direct, personal access to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument—176,000 acres with the highest density of archaeological sites in the United States. Thousands of ancient dwellings, kivas, and towers are scattered across the canyons. No driving, no parking lots—step from the porch directly into your adventure. THE LIVING SPACE: • Primary Bedroom: Comfortable King bed with luxury linens. • Sleeping Loft: Cozy Queen bed in an open-air semi-private loft (ladder access—great for kids, teens, or adventurous adults). • Living & Dining: Inviting open-plan seating with high-speed SpaceX Starlink Wi-Fi for remote work or streaming. • Kitchen: Fully equipped with cooktop, oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee station, cookware, and essentials. • Outdoor Patio: Your private patio for morning coffee and sunset wine with unobstructed red rock canyon views. THE LOCATION & EXPERIENCES: • Sutcliffe Vineyards: Walk across the street for award-winning tastings—this family winery supplies Amangiri Resort and Telluride Ski Resort, yet remains relaxed and welcoming to visitors. • Dark-Sky Stargazing: This part of Colorado is renowned for some of the darkest skies in the country. See the full Milky Way in breathtaking detail from your patio. • Canyons of the Ancients & Sand Canyon Trail: Private gate access right on the property. • Canyon Trails Ranch: Just 3 minutes down the road for horseback riding through red rock canyons and ancient ruins (since 1980). • Mesa Verde National Park: 20-minute drive to ranger-led tours of Cliff Palace and Balcony House. • Hovenweep National Monument: 37-minute drive for uncrowded, self-guided ancient tower ruins. • Phil's World Mountain Biking: 20 minutes to 60 miles of world-class desert singletrack.
Other Details to Note
✨ EFFORTLESS ZERO-CHORE CHECKOUT: Your vacation should be relaxing from start to finish. When you check out, simply pack your personal bags and enjoy that last cup of coffee on the porch. No need to strip beds, start laundry, run the dishwasher, or take out trash—our cleaning team handles everything. 🍷 SUTCLIFFE VINEYARDS ACROSS THE STREET: Walk across Road G to one of Colorado's most celebrated wineries. Enjoy tastings of Cabernet Franc, Viognier, and their signature Welsh-named red blends without driving dark canyon roads after dark. 🌌 DARK-SKY STARGAZING: This part of Colorado has some of the darkest skies in the United States. On clear nights, the full Milky Way is visible in breathtaking detail from your private patio. 🛏️ SLEEPING LOFT: The open loft features a Queen bed accessible via a sturdy ladder. A cozy, semi-private space perfect for kids, teens, or adventurous adults. 📶 SPACEX STARLINK WI-FI: High-speed, low-latency satellite internet for remote work, video calls, and HD streaming in the canyon. 💧 WELL WATER & AMENITIES: The property is serviced by a deep private well. Water is tested, safe, and extensively filtered. A Brita pitcher and fresh bottled water are provided. 🐾 PET FRIENDLY: Well-behaved dogs welcome! Flat $50 pet fee per stay for dedicated pet sanitization.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Entertainment
- Ethernet connection
Heating and cooling
- Portable fans
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Single level home No stairs in home
Services
- Cleaning before checkout
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
Availability
Accessibility
Neighborhood
Guest access
Guests have complete private access to the entire Guest House, including your dedicated parking area, private entrance, and private outdoor patio. The 3.9-acre grounds and trail gate are shared with the Main House when booked by other guests. Both homes are positioned with distinct private entrances and dedicated outdoor living areas to ensure privacy and tranquility.
Location
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