Rocco's By The River Downtown Salida, CO. STR 0227 STX-ID 21937640
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
Rocco's By The River is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom short-term rental (STR 0227; STX-ID 21937640) in downtown Salida, Colorado. It’s described as a spacious, ground-level patio home with a large, secluded courtyard and on-site private/off-street parking. The property is notably close to the Arkansas River and is positioned between the Manhattan Hotel/Boathouse Cantina and the Palace Hotel.
Layout & In-Unit Features
The unit includes a bedroom plus a lounge area with a convertible sleep couch, along with a sectional in the living room. Comfort features include heating, an electric fireplace, and an evaporative air cooler (common in Colorado’s dry climate) rather than traditional air conditioning. Guests also have a shower/tub setup with spa bath products provided and an in-unit washer/dryer with hypo-allergenic laundry soap.
Kitchen & Connectivity
An eat-in kitchen bar and a full set of kitchen basics are provided, including microwave, stove/oven, toaster oven, dishwasher, and kitchen utensils, along with natural cleaning supplies. The unit also includes a coffee maker with coffee and tea. For entertainment and connectivity, there is free Wi‑Fi and a flat-screen satellite TV, plus iPod and Sirius satellite radio capabilities.
Outdoor Space & Pet-Friendly Setup
A standout feature is the large fenced outdoor patio/courtyard with table and chairs, a grill, and a garden hose. The property is dog-friendly, with doggie doors and a fully secure fenced yard, plus a heated mudroom useful for pets or storing bikes, skis, and other gear. The home is smoke-free.
Location & Nearby Food
In the heart of downtown Salida, the rental is steps from the Arkansas River and near the Salida Whitewater Park and boat ramp. Dining is extremely close on foot, including Siam Noodles Salida (about 9 m), Boathouse Cantina (about 25 m), Shavano (about 85 m), and Currents Steak & Seafood (about 109 m). Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport is about 81.95 km away.
Best for
This property is best for travelers who want a walkable, downtown Salida base right by the Arkansas River, including easy access to the Whitewater Park and boat ramp. It’s especially well-suited to pet owners thanks to the dog-friendly setup (doggie doors, secure fenced yard, heated mudroom) and practical amenities like a full kitchen, washer/dryer, and free parking.
Travel tips
Because it sits in the middle of downtown, most restaurants and river access are reachable on foot—Siam Noodles is just steps away and the Arkansas River is nearby. Expect typical downtown ambience: guests note you may hear people outside, though it tends to quiet down after dark. If arriving by air, plan for a longer ground transfer from Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport (about 81.95 km).
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight the prime downtown location and how easy it is to walk to the Arkansas River/park and nearby spots. Reviews note the interior feels larger than photos suggest, with a layout and decor that guests like, and a bedroom that stays dark in the early morning. Pet owners repeatedly praise how dog-friendly the setup is. A minor theme is that, being right in the middle of downtown, some street/people noise can be noticeable, though it typically quiets down at night.
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