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1st Chair Chalet - Monarch/Garfield - Creek Side Mountain Getaway

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 482 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Salida, CO
  • San Isabel National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Cliffhangers
    5 min walk
  • Monarch Mountain Bus Stop
    6 min drive
  • Salida, CO (SLT-Harriet Alexander Field)
    18 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1st Chair Chalet - Monarch/Garfield - Creek Side Mountain Getaway

Come stay in our Monarch/Garfield/Salida Colorado mountain home/house/cabin.
View lots of pictures. Search 1st Chair Chalet on Facebook.
Enjoy a getaway in this quaint and private mountain home surrounded by Aspens next to a roaring creek.
Nestled high in the Rockies in the historic town-site of Garfield, The 1st Chair Chalet is just 3 miles to Monarch Mountain Skiing, 16 miles to historic downtown Salida, and walking distance to Monarch Lodge's amenities.
This cozy 2 story, 2 bedroom, 2 bath chalet sits by the the South Fork of the Arkansas River with private fishing access. The creek cascades and eddies through the back yard creating a mesmerizing visual and sonic landscape enjoyable from the redwood deck.
Sleeps up to 5 with 1 queen in an upstairs bedroom and 1 full and 1 twin in another upstairs bedroom.
Garfield, CO (also known as Monarch), elevation 9500', is six miles east of the Continental Divide surrounded by the San Isabel National Forest. Garfield originated as a mining town in the early 1800's. In the latter part of the century a fire swept through town leaving only 3 original buildings. Scattered throughout the area you will find foundations of original mining cabins from 200 years ago.
During your stay at this chalet, you're just a quick walk from San Isabel National Forest.
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from San Isabel National Forest and a 5-minute drive from East Trees
This chalet offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Monarch chalet is smoke free.

Property manager

Bruce Hayes

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: no smoking indoors.

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 880 sq ft (82 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: No pets on bedding. No pets left unattended.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

1st Chair Chalet Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway
1st Chair Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway Salida
1st Chair Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway
1st Chair Chalet Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway
1st Chair Chalet Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway
1st Chair Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway Salida
1st Chair Chalet Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway
1st Chair Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway Salida
1st Chair Monarch/garfield Creek Side Mountain Getaway

1st Chair Chalet - Monarch/Garfield - Creek Side Mountain Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 173 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin on the mountain
This is a great cozy little cabin at 9500 feet in the small town of Garfield. Perfect to get away from the big city life. The mountain stream behind cabin is beautiful. Bruce was nice. A great musician who plays in the town of Salida on occasion. This place was close to everything we needed. Would book again. Enjoyed the week we stayed here.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay and relax
We loved this chalet. We felt very comfortable and loved opening the sliding door to let the sounds of the river come through. The kitchen has everything you will need to cook meals. The back deck is large and we spent a lot of time out there. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mike R., Birmingham, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Clean getaway
the cabin was a perfect small and very clean place and had everything that I needed. Everything worked and I felt I had access to everything I wanted. It would have been nice to have some steps to the creek/river as it may be hard for an older person or a non-athletic person. for me it was fine, but you had to hold onto trees and carefully navigate the short walk to the water. Too many trees to fish, but the sound took care of being close to the highway. Salida was the closest town and was really a treat to go downtown to the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Garfield House
Property was clean with comfortable beds. Close to Salina and Poncha Springs. Off road trails for hiking and riding nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best cabin in Garfield!
3rd time staying here. Always a great time in the High Country!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tambra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back to Nature
Away from TV internet traffic and stress! The constant sound of the stream is so comforting!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!
We stayed here in June when the river was at its peak raging flow. It was a magnificent setting in a beautiful aspen grove that glowed brilliantly in the rain while soaking in the hot tub. Absolutely wonderful. The cabin was just right for four of us - only suggestion would be to add a nice table and chairs for 4-6 on the deck for outdoor dining.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zac O., Allen

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Ski Cabin
Great cabin close to Monarch Mountain. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect. Secluded. Right next to the beautiful river. Aspen trees with leaves falling.
It was easy simple. And they had everything you needed. Even a nice fire on a cold night
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
The cabin is a wonderful stay nestled in Garfield, just a short drive in town to Salida. You can’t beat the rushing creek out back and the toasty hot tub on a chilly night. Our two girls (8.5&7) loved exploring around the cabin and playing the board games provided ! Great location for all levels of hiking and mountain biking near by. And close to Mt. Princeton hot springs for a relaxing day! Highly recommend staying here for a great getaway with breathtaking views all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Chair
The property was exactly as advertised. We had a great time! This time of year the foilage is amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael J., Fort Collins

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay in the mountains
My two friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our four-night stay in this little cabin in Garfield. At 9,500 ft. elevation just below Monarch Pass, it was cool all the time. A lovely creek is only about 20 ft from the back deck where we spent most of our leisure time in the hot tub, sitting in chairs, or cooking on the grill. So peaceful and quiet in the area, yet we felt it was very convenient to go rafting near Salida, tour ghost towns, and enjoy the mountain scenery. The cabin had everything we needed and it was spotless. Communication with Bruce, the owner, was simple and quick. Beds upstairs and down, same with bathrooms. No complaints whatsoever. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time!
Thank you! My family and I truly enjoyed our stay!!! The stream off the back porch was the best!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Monarch Pass area
Very nice cabin. It was exceptionally clean and the beds super comfortable with fresh and good quality linens and towels available. The cabin makes for a nice home base. It was cool enough that we enjoyed coming home from our adventures every day and building a fire in the woodstove (thanks for having so much firewood and kindling available) after relaxing on the deck by the beautiful creek that runs behind the cabin. The stars were amazing! We also enjoyed meeting Harry, the sweet neighborhood dog who visited regularly to hang out with us on the deck. The dogs (and even the humans) in the area were friendly but not intrusive. We tried the hot tub once, but it died about 10 minutes into the soak. It was back on the next night but the jets weren't very strong so we opted to skip it, though it is a nice amenity to have available and it's in a great spot to enjoy the scenery. We've learned after only two VRBO experiences that the VRBO definition of "private" is very different from ours, so we were a little surprised and disappointed that there were houses so close. Thankfully, they were mostly unoccupied while we were there so we only had to get used to the vehicles on the close local roads and the highway above Garfield. We live in a rural setting far away from roads and neighbors, so we tend to prefer that on vacation, so most folks would probably be ok with the Garfield experience. Turns out it was a very quiet area so our concern upon arriving was never a real problem, just not our personal preference kind of location. My only suggestion would be to replace the hard as a rock futon with something more comfy. Though there are plenty of seating options, most aren't conducive to sitting by the fireplace or curling up with a good book. We had bag chairs with us so that helped to provide better seating inside and on the deck and we never used the TV/DVD set up (though the DVD/VHS library is impressive!) so we didn't need to use seating facing that direction. The spiral staircase was solid and perfect for the cabin and just a fun and unique feature that reminding me of The Monkees TV show every time I came down it, so that was fun. Great time, great trip - thanks for sharing your cozy cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin
Cabin is in our favorite little area. It fit our needs for our family of four. It was stocked with every thing we needed. Hot tub was nice to sit in after hiking, fishing, rafting, etc.... and the deck is right on the South Ark. We slept with the windows open each night to the sound of the rushing water just below. It was great. One thing to note is that laundry must be done at the lodge, the machines only take quarters, and the lodge does not make change. We enjoyed our stay very much in this cabin and made some great memories. The only thing we might change would be the futon. The padding is pretty thin making it a bit uncomfortable. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric and Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Enjoy this cabin so much! Great break from the Kansas summer heat
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cabin on a River
I want say this was one of the best vacations I have enjoyed in years thanks to this property. Garfield is a quiet, charming and friendly small community. This place fit in perfectly with the area. The place is cozy and the sound of a river will sing you to sleep. If you like to fish it’s worth throwing a line in because there are for sure fish back there. After you’re done enjoy a soak in the hot tub and make the most of the place. It has everything you need and I would love to return again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brennan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The property had everything we needed, fireplace, hot tub, fire pit, and a creek right off the deck. Perfect spot to be right in the middle of the mountains. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brook B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Honeymoon Ever
This is probably the cutest cabin in the entire state!! Cozy, wooden, clean, and feels like you’re living in a magazine page. Hot tub on the beautiful patio is in view of the mountains. Loved enjoying a post-skiing beer in the hot tub. The whole neighborhood is cuddled by the surrounding mountains. There are snowy hiking trails right nearby and a peaceful creek. Bruce gave us wonderful instructions of all things that are provided - a favorite of us is the wooden stove with firewood provided. Nothing beats curling up on the couch by the fire. Definitely a gem and a God-send location. Would highly recommend. Thank you Bruce and Trina!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite
This was our 6th stay and 8th stay for our friends. We always enjoy the cozy and relaxing atmosphere we feel at this cabin after a day of snow skiing. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at 1st Chair
As always, we had an amazing time. Thanks!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our mountain getaway!
Overall grate time at this house, we love the hot tub and fireplace!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family get away
This was the perfect fall family get away. The sound of the stream is so soothing. The cabin is so quaint and we loved the hot tub. We loved our time here and will be back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abhisek S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent chalet. Had a great time there and relaxed. Definitely recommend.
It was a very easy process.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021