Bluebird Trail Retreat: Off-Grid & Dark Skies

Escape to Bluebird Trail Retreat, a serene off-grid haven nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. Experience stunning 360-degree panoramic views of dramatic mountain peaks, moody valley skies, and starry nights with all the comforts of home.



Sitting on 8-acres, this private retreat features three comfortable bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and an outdoor cottage, providing plenty of room to spread out. During your stay, enjoy a private 1-mile walking trail lined with birdhouses for spectacular views, birdwatching, and nature walks.



Our state-of-the-art solar system includes a backup generator that automatically charges the batteries during high power usage or cloudy weather, ensuring your stay remains uninterrupted. With one king bedroom, two cozy queen rooms, and an open dining and living area, there is ample space for family dinners, movies, and games. You can also relax in the sunroom or set up a remote office at one of our two workstations, with seamless internet service.



We love our furry friends and welcome well-behaved dogs at Bluebird Trail Retreat for a small pet fee.



Important Things to Note:

Solar Power: Please be aware of your energy usage.  while the solar system is state of the art and will provide uninterrupted power, we ask that you only use the appliances provided in the house and refrain from using oil heaters or high wattage appliances. If you are uncertain, please contact us for clarification.

Patio Cottage:

Please be aware that the cottage is not heated.  It's perfect most of the year for day use but can get very cold in the winter months Nov-March so please take notice.  Thank you for understanding.



Gas and Groceries



Although we are in a remote location, gas and groceries are just a short drive to downtown Crestone. Please keep in mind that local stores close at 7:00 PM, so you will want to plan ahead for your food and supply needs.



Off-Grid Living



We are fully off grid, powered by a solar and propane system with appliances suited for low wattage. Our backup generator and battery system provide ample power for a family of six.



Winter Heating

December-February

The house features a central propane heater that maintains a constant temperature. On colder nights, we recommend lighting a fire to supplement the heat. For your convenience, we provide instructions, firewood, kindling, and fire starters.



Sleeping Arrangements: One King Bed ~ Two Queen Beds ~ Maximum of Six People Please ~ Dogs Allowed with Pet Fee ~ Please No Cats



Kitchen Amenities Include: Oven/Stove ~ Refrigerator and Freezer ~ Cookware ~ Bakeware ~ Utensils ~ Coffee Maker ~ Tea Kettle ~ Toaster ~ Blender ~



Crestone, Colorado is in the middle of the San Luis Valley. There is very limited public transportation in the area. We recommend Four Wheel Drive, or at least- All Wheel Drive if you are looking to come and stay during the Winter Season.



A High Elevation Experience Like No Other



Crestone, Colorado is a unique and diverse high desert mountain town in South Central Colorado. Crestone town and the surrounding Baca Grande community is home to some three thousand people; a small and active community of artists, healers, travelers, nuns, monks and missionaries seeking to create a spiritually fulfilling and abundant life together. The Crestone Community is full of churches, monasteries, shrines and temples attracting people from around the globe to come and explore spirituality and find healing and retreat.



The San Luis Valley and Great Sand Dunes



The San Luis Valley is a vast beautiful valley floor looking out 360 degrees across fourteen-thousand-foot peaks. Take a day trip and explore the San Luis Valley, you’ll find the Great Sand Dunes National Park, Natural Hot Spring Swimming Pools and The Colorado Gator Farm all sprinkled amongst unique small towns in rural Colorado.



Activities and Shopping in Crestone



Crestone is a beautiful small town with some really unique and amazing locally owned stores and businesses. Local people feel grateful to have so many great places to shop and dine right in our small town. There are two small locally owned grocers, where you can find top of the line health food, vitamins and organic whole food. Enjoy dining in one of the locally owned cafes or restaurants and support the local artisans at one of the galleries or gift shops. We love our local thrift stores, so many hidden treasures can be found!



Wildlife and Outdoor Recreation



Crestone is situated at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, boasting several fourteen-thousand-foot peaks and pristine alpine lakes for outdoor hiking, camping and fishing. The wildlife refuges and protected forests create incredible opportunities to come close to nature and truly experience the wildlife. Great for bird watching, photography, art, hiking, biking and camping. There are so many ways to appreciate and explore nature around Crestone.



Hot Springs



Joyful Journey Hot Springs ~ Sand Dunes Swimming Pool (Hooper Pool) ~ Valley View Hot Springs ~ Splashland Hot Springs



Hiking Trails



Willow Lake ~ North Crestone Creek ~ South Crestone Creek ~ Crestone Needle ~ Cottonwood Creek ~Willow Creek ~ Native American Stone Huts ~ South Colony Lakes Trail ~ Crestone Peak Trail ~ Challenger Point ~ Music Pass via Rainbow Trail



Activities



Great Sand Dunes National Park ~ The Colorado Gator Farm ~ San Luis Valley Brewing Company ~ Penitente Canyon ~ Shrine of the Stations of the Cross ~ Firedworks Gallery ~ Colorado Gators Reptile Park ~ Zapata Falls Trailhead ~ Splashland Hot Springs ~ UFO Watchtower ~ Baca Grande Stables ~ Crestone Ziggurat ~ Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge ~ Penitente Canyon ~ Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center ~ Crestone Ziggurat ~ Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Jack Dempsey Birthplace ~ Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic and Historic Byway ~ Movie Manor ~Mill Creek Ranch at Old Cow Town ~ Indiana Jones Bed and Breakfast ~ Russell Lakes State Wildlife Area ~ Blanca-Zapata Recreation Area, BLM ~ Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (Blanca Wetlands) ~ San Luis Lakes State Wildlife Area ~ JW Ranch Nature Tours