Breathe in the fresh pine air as morning light shines through the trees at the base of Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. Positioned conveniently within Lostfork Basecamp, this stylish one-bedroom cabin offers an inviting retreat filled with modern comforts and surrounded by mountain views. It is the perfect home base for romantic escapes, small family vacations, or restorative solo trips.
Your stay includes access to all shared amenities at Lostfork’s outdoor community center. Turn your stay into a true mountain spa trip by cycling between our riverfront saunas and the cool waters of the natural river plunge. You can also relax on our unique sandy riverside beach or spend your evenings roasting s'mores with friends around the central camp fire pit.
The interior showcases vaulted ceilings and an open-concept design that feels spacious and filled with natural sunlight. Large windows bring scenic views of the surrounding woods right into your cozy lounge area.
Designed for Comfort & Connection:
* A Taste of Home: Enjoy light food prep using the compact modern kitchenette, equipped with a convection microwave, mini-fridge, and hot plate.
* Evenings Indoors: Spend quiet nights playing card games at the dining table while taking in spectacular views of the star-lit mountain skies.
* Restful Sleep: Designed to sleep up to four people, the layout features a private queen bedroom along with a high-quality sleeper sofa.
* Sleek Amenities: End your day with a hot shower in the ultra-modern bathroom, fitted with crisp contemporary finishes.
Your Private & Shared Wellness Oasis: Step out onto your covered patio to savor quiet mountain mornings. Later, ease into the warmth of your private fenced hot tub for the perfect conclusion to a day spent exploring Colorado.
*WiFi/Internet: Please note that while there is internet for the campground, it is satellite-based, and the main hub/router is located in the community center. Therefore, due to signal strength variations at different times, the WiFi/Internet signal in the unit is not guaranteed, and you may need to go to the community center for a signal.
The Neighborhood:
When you stay in Grant, Colorado, you are choosing a pristine, crowd-free alpine valley that serves as the southern entrance to the world-renowned Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. Traversing both the Pike and Arapaho National Forests, this location offers an authentic Rocky Mountain vacation experience. Located just 50 miles southwest of Denver, it provides the perfect balance: a secluded, off-the-grid feel with effortless highway access to Colorado’s best high-country destinations.
Unrivaled Access to Outdoor Recreation:
- Hiking & 14ers: Lace up your boots for world-class trekking. You are minutes from top trailheads, including the jagged peaks of Mount Bierstadt and the rolling meadows of Kenosha Pass (just 6 miles west), which draws travelers from all over the world for its breathtaking, gold-dusted autumn aspens.
- Fishing & Wildlife Exploration: Cast a line into the gold-medal trout waters of the South Platte River or watch for resident elk, bighorn sheep, and moose wandering through the willow marshes.
- Stargazing & Deep Nature Immersion: Because Grant is shielded by the surrounding peaks, light pollution is virtually non-existent. The stargazing here is spectacular, making it a dream destination for night photography and campfire storytelling.
Epic Colorado Day Trips from Your Front Door:
- Historic Georgetown (23 miles north): Take the breathtaking, seasonal drive over Guanella Pass, reaching peaks of over 11,600 feet, to explore a historic 1870s silver-mining town complete with a loop railroad, boutique shopping, and local breweries.
- Fairplay & "South Park" (30 minutes west): Step back into the Old West in the historic mountain town that inspired the famous animated show, featuring the South Park City open-air museum.
- Breckenridge & Beyond (1 to 1.5 hours west): Easily head over the continental divide for a day of world-class skiing, luxury dining, and alpine sliding in Breckenridge, or drive down to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs for a day of natural geothermal soaking.
- Local Dining: When you don't feel like cooking, explore the unique mountain eateries nearby in Bailey and Fairplay, including a fun, nostalgic stop at the world-famous Coney Island Hot Dog Stand.
