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Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large mirror, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wall-mounted game board, and a ceiling light fixture.
A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a marble table, and a small island.
A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of mountains in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Mosca, CO
  • Place, Colorado Gators Reptile Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Sand Dunes National Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mosca

Located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Colorado Gators Reptile Park, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Colorado Gators Reptile Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Great Sand Dunes National Park - 23 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Adams State University - 27 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center - 29 min drive - 29.1 miles
  • Zapata Falls - 35 min drive - 29.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ruby Rose - Cafe & Micro Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Steel Box Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mile Deep Grill - ‬14 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.

Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway

This 1100 sq. foot farm guest house has incredible indoor/outdoor views of the Sangre De Cristo mountains and Great Sand Dunes. Located only 24 miles from the Great Sand Dunes and its Internationally Designated Dark Skies star gazing is incredible from the deck. Located 1 mile from Colorado Gators Reptile Park and 9 min. from an indoor/outdoor Sand Dunes Hot Springs that's open year round. Other attractions include Zapata Falls, the Rio Grande River, 1 hour from Monarch Ski or Wolf Creek Ski.

From the living room and deck you have a view of the Sand Dunes. This place is located on a farm circle. Sometimes there are purple flowering potato plants and sometimes there are cattle on the circle depending on the farming situation. From the kitchen and primary bedroom windows or from the bench provided on the north side of the entry door, you can see the beautiful Colorado sunsets. Located not far from the international dark sky park the milky way can be seen with the naked eye on clear nights. A telescope is provided for those that want a closer look. The house is very well insulated so you will have a quiet and peaceful sleep.

The guest house has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, a large mud room/laundry room. The kitchen dining and living room are an open concept. The dining table seats 6 and there is a breakfast bar with 3 stools. Living room has two comfortable sofas and an ottoman.

Primary Bedroom- Has a queen-sized bed, and a twin XL. It has its own private bathroom with jetted tub, enclosed shower and large walk-in closet and a bonus closet. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided. In the walk-in closet, you will find hangers, drawers, a pack n play, high chair, cot, telescope, box fan, clothing drying rack and ironing board. No bedding for the pack in play is provided. Lots of extra blankets and pillows are in the closet beside the twin XL bed. This room also has a dedicated work space which includes a desk, an office chair and a lamp with wireless phone charger.

2nd Bedroom- This room has 2 bunk beds and a trundle. In total there are 5 twin beds in this room. The bedding for the trundle is in the top of the closet where you will also find a box fan.

Night stands in both bedrooms have touch lamps outlets and USB charging ports. Luggage racks are provided. Curtains are all room darkening and all windows have cordless cellular blinds. All the mattresses were purchased in 2022. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our unit and so we use white linens and towels.

2nd Bathroom – located off of the hallway is a bathroom with stand-up shower. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided. Extra towels and toilet paper are under the sink.

Kitchen- The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for full meal preparation, cooking and eating. Salt, pepper, spices, and oil are provided. Appliances were purchased in 2022 and include a dishwasher, gas range/oven, large refrigerator with ice cube trays in the freezer, microwave, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, blender, and mixer. There is a coffee/ tea bar, with a drip coffee maker with Keurig option, french press, pour over and electric kettle. Ground coffee is provided, as well as powdered creamer and sugar. Basic cleaning supplies and dish washer tabs are under the sink.

Make sure to bring your own food and drinks. The closest grocery store is 20 minutes away in Alamosa.

Entertainment- There is a 65" Roku smart TV. Streaming services not provided but you can log into your own account. The Roku channel does not require a login. There is a retro gaming console below the tv and a dvd player. There are also toys, games, books and puzzles located on the bookshelves in the hallway and connect 4 on the wall. The Wifi is high speed and reliable.

Laundry room- HE washer and dryer with laundry detergent, iron (ironing board is in the master closet.) In the laundry room in the cabinets are swim diapers, a picnic blanket and a cooler bag.

Deck– Has dining table with an umbrella and chairs, a propane grill, benches and a propane fire pit. Please clean the grill after use. Propane is provided.

Shed- Inside the shed by the front door there is a variety of sand toys, a wagon, umbrella, a couple camping chairs, toddler life vest, some pool toys and 2 red metal sledding discs that can be used for sand sledding.

Heating/Cooling- Air conditioning is rarely needed but we do have a window a/c unit in the kitchen. There is also a portable swamp cooler in the primary walk in closet. THERE IS NO CENTRAL A/C Opening the windows at night during the warmer months makes for a comfortable sleep as the temps drop significantly at night even in July and August. There are ceiling fans in the rooms and box fans in the closets. Hot water baseboards provide heat during the colder months. THIS IS NOT FORCED AIR, you will not feel air blowing from them. The baseboards provide radiant heat.

This is a non smoking/vaping unit. If you do choose to vape or smoke please do so outside and properly dispose of cigarette butts, a receptacle is provided beside the shed. There will be a fee if this rule is broken.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub, hair dryers, and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Mosca, close to Colorado Gators Reptile Park and Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway on Aug 3, 2026 start from $384, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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.

Is Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a jetted bathtub, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

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 Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional), which is 17.6 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway?

Yes, every house at Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Dune View -Star Gazing Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Costin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was super welcoming and it had great views and an amazing bath tub!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful views

Really enjoyed our stay. The views where great and the location was very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable place! Great location for some leave and quiet while also being close enough to enjoy the sights near by. The ghost was very helpful and on top of communication. We loved all the extras like the toys for the sand dunes, and hot springs. Very family friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Dunes activities

Great place - had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to get to location, clearly labeled parking spots and entry process. It was great to get to do a load of laundry after hiking and playing at the Sand Dunes. Host was very easy to work with and quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice clean property, would definitely rent again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We planned a trip to the hot springs and Sand dunes and the location was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesse V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet place

Very cozy and was in a perfect location for is
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lou P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
my second time staying here. great host! thank you for your hospitality...
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mosca Dune View - awesome

Our family stayed here for one night since we visited the dunes and enjoyed our stay immensely!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is great! It was the perfect spot for visiting the sand dunes and sand dunes recreation. We had 5 adults with us and there was just enough space. The kitchen is well stocked. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken or Casey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location to visit the Colorado Gators

The house was really nice and centrally located to hit all the Alamosa area attractions! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steps away from Sand Dunes

Beautiful home steps away from the National Park. Plenty of room for our family. We loved the bunk room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lou P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location!

This property for our needs perfectly, was clean and well appointed and a perfect location. The hosts were welcoming and communicative. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location for Visiting the Dunes

Great location for visiting Great Sand Dunes. Home is spacious.Great areas for sitting inside and outside. Would highly recommend this quiet place for visiting the park. Glad we found this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property & Great Location

This was our second time staying at this property and it was a great fit for our family. Plenty of sleeping space, climbing dome outside, a fun jetted tub the kids still talk about, and great proximity to the sand dunes & alligator farm. The home is clean, spacious, and has nice quality furnishings. The hosts are very friendly & accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again

Kitchen equipment made it easy to cook. Bedding was comfortable. Nice feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique stay

We had a short stay to visit the Sand Dunes which are about 30 minutes from the home. The host was very helpful and the home was stocked with fun games and toys my kids enjoyed. Great view from the back porch and perfect place to view the night sky
Morning view from the back porch
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and clean

We enjoyed our time at this home. Every thing was cleaned. Kristen thinks of everything from lawn chairs to extra towels and bottle water. We enjoyed a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

We enjoyed our stay here. The lodging was super clean and had all the necessary kitchen supplies to make breakfast. The kids enjoyed the TV. They attached a Fire stick and played games. Wonderful visit!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing !!

Great property ! We loved it - super clean and well maintained ! Truly loved it - unfortunately it was a cloudy night so we couldn’t star gaze but didn’t take away from the experience at all - thank you for a great time !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Colorado Vacation

Although we were only here one night, we found the rental to be very tidy, spacious, and well taken care of. It suited all our needs for the night. I wish we could’ve stayed longer because the stars were truly amazing. We recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shastyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place!

This property was a nice place for down time after the day of adventuring. There was plenty of things to keep the kids busy. Also had some outdoor space which is always a plus. It was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place near Great Sand Dunes NP!

The owners of this rental have thought of it all. The house has everything you need to make your stay feel like home, from cooking utensils to a Keurig/coffee pot to shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the bathrooms. My husband even commented that the owners were great hosts! We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YIMIN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sand dunes and stargazing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The home was equipped with everything we needed, very spacious, clean and peaceful. We loved watching the stunning sunrise views over the mountains from the deck, stargazing from the swings, and exploring Great Sand Dunes NP, which was conveniently close by (less than 30 min drive). Kristen was very welcoming and responsive. Thanks for an awesome stay; we’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025