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Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert

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An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, a grill, and hay bales in the background.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, a large window with a view of the outdoors, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Fruita, CO
  • Place, Colorado Welcome Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Colorado National Monument
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Grand Junction Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fruita

This vacation home is located within a 15-minute drive of Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center and Family Health West. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Colorado Welcome Center - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Dinosaur Journey - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Devils Canyon Science and Learning Center - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Colorado National Monument - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Junction Station - 29 min drive
  • Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik #400 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dragon Treasure - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert

Close to trails and town yet in a world all its own. The perfect fit for adventuring, relaxing, and everything in between. Peaceful setting at the end of the road with expansive vistas of the Book Cliffs, Grand Mesa, and Colorado National Monument. Indoor and outdoor space curated for optimal comfort and calm. Spectacular sunsets, sunrises, and stargazing to bookend your days of exploring all the Grand Valley offers.

Desert Gemini Ranch is a 2000 square foot retreat on five acres bordered by BLM land and farm fields. This is a rural retreat at its best and only six miles from downtown Fruita.

The living, kitchen, and dining space is a light and open floor plan, perfect for gathering or relaxing. The large windows offer amazing views looking out to Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa.

The split floor plan creates privacy for the primary bedroom with large ensuite bathroom. The additional three bedrooms are tucked quietly on the west side of the home. All bedrooms have queen beds. The three bedrooms on the west side of the home share a large bathroom with double sink. A half bath is located off the kitchen.

Outside, sitting areas are intentionally designed throughout the property for taking in the views in every direction. The home and land nurture a calm and comfortable vibe.

Prime location is convenient to all Grand Valley offers: 6 miles to downtown Fruita; 9 miles to Colorado National Monument; 10 miles to 18 Road trails; 12 miles to Kokopelli trails; 25 miles to Rabbit Valley trails; 14 miles to Grand Junction downtown area; 27 miles to Palisade wineries
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Fruita, close to Adobe Creek National Golf Course, Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial, and Dinosaur Journey. You'll also find Devils Canyon Science and Learning Center and James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park nearby.

Is parking available on site at Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), which is 17.1 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert?

No, there aren't any house at Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert that offer a balcony.

Experience Desert Gemini Ranch and the magic of the Colorado high desert Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious place in beautiful farm country. It was nice that every room has a queen bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Amazing views from front and back of the house, super quiet and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a small group of us visiting Fruita, such a peaceful location. Liz was very accommodating and helpful. Would love to return for more exploration of Fruita and Colorado National Monument
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic place to stay, at an excellent price point. The home is spacious, comfortable and immaculate with beautiful vistas of the high desert river valley. Liz is warm and welcoming with a herd of curious mustangs to greet you as well. You will not regret booking this wonderful venue.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amylee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was beyond our imagination. The hosts were simply amazing. The location was beyond beautiful. We were sister with husbands and we were all comfortable.
Views from the back of the house. Simply beautiful relaxing and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025