The Rico Hinckley House! Historic Cabin! Sauna! 24 Miles to Telluride! Pets OK!

The Hinckley House ⛰️

Historic Rico Miner’s Cabin

1,500 sq. ft. | 1920s Miner’s Cabin | Private Residence | Cedar Sauna | 24 Miles to Telluride

Welcome to The Hinckley House, a historic 1,500-square-foot miner’s cabin in Rico, Colorado.

Built in the 1920s, the cabin was originally part of the property and working grounds of Sherman Hinckley, president and general manager of the Rico Argentine Mining Company. Originally constructed as a workshop, the building was converted into a mountain residence in the 1990s and fully renovated in 2022.

We’ve worked to keep the character of the original building while adding the modern comforts you’d expect in a mountain home.

The Hinckley House is located just off Main Street, directly across from the historic courthouse, and approximately 24 miles from the Telluride/Mountain Village Gondola.

🏡 Your Private Cabin

You will have exclusive use of the entire 1,500-square-foot cabin.

The cabin is a standalone residence with its own address, private entrance, and dedicated utilities. It is connected to the main home by an enclosed breezeway that was designed to allow passage between the properties during the winter months.

The breezeway is locked at both ends, providing privacy and separation between the cabin and the main home.

The property has three separate residences, each with its own private living space and entrance.

Your Private Outdoor Space

Guests staying at The Hinckley House have exclusive use of:

* South-facing deck
* Outdoor seating area
* Weber gas grill
* Private parking area directly in front of the cabin

Shared Outdoor Amenities

The cedar wet/dry sauna and fire pit are shared amenities available to guests staying in the three residences on the property.

The sauna comfortably accommodates up to five people and is a great way to relax after a day in the mountains.

A telescope is also provided for enjoying Rico’s dark skies. 🔭

⛏️ The Hinckley History

Sherman Hinckley served as president and general manager of the Rico Argentine Mining Company, and this property was part of his residence and working grounds during Rico’s later mining years.

The original cabin was built as a workshop in the 1920s. It was later converted into a residence and has been updated over the years, including a complete renovation in 2022.

We kept the historic character of the building while updating the kitchen, bathroom, heating, and other features to make it comfortable for today’s guests.

🛏️ Sleeping & Living Spaces

* Downstairs bedroom with king bed
* Upstairs sleeping loft with queen, full, and twin beds
* Double sofa sleeper in the living room
* Memory-foam mattresses throughout
* Cozy fireplace
* Radiant boiler heating throughout

🍳 Modern Comforts

* New kitchen with stainless-steel appliances
* New bathroom
* Washer and dryer
* Fast, reliable fiber WiFi
* Large 4K HDTV for your own streaming services
* Classic Super Nintendo 🎮

🏔️ Explore Rico

Rico is a small historic mountain community surrounded by the San Juan Mountains.

Depending on the season, you can enjoy:

* 🎿 Groomed cross-country ski trails
* 🥾 Hiking trails
* 🚵 Mountain biking trails
* ⛸️ Community ice rink in winter
* 🏓 Pickleball court
* 🛹 Skate park
* 🌌 Excellent dark-sky stargazing

Rico offers a quieter alternative to the larger resort towns while still putting you within easy reach of Telluride.

🎿 Telluride & the San Juan Mountains

The Hinckley House is approximately 24 miles from the Telluride/Mountain Village Gondola.

Enjoy skiing, hiking, festivals, restaurants, and live music in Telluride, then return to Rico and enjoy a quieter evening in the mountains.

🐶 Pets Welcome

Pets are welcome with our no-impact pet policy.

The pet fee includes one pet. A second pet is welcome with an additional cleaning fee. Please include all pets in your reservation.

Please keep pets off beds and furniture and do not leave them unattended in the cabin unless safely crated.

We provide a Dyson pet-hair vacuum and lint rollers to help keep pet hair under control.

Guests are responsible for any pet-related damage.

🏡 Longer Stays & Workforce Housing

We welcome extended stays and offer discounted rates for bookings of 30 days or longer.

We also specialize in comfortable, well-maintained workforce housing in Rico and welcome guests coming to the area for seasonal work, construction projects, local employment, or other extended stays.

If the Hinckley House is more space than you need, we also have another smaller property available in Rico. Both properties are available through our listings on this platform.

🌙 Good to Know

Quiet hours are after 11:00 PM. Please be respectful of our neighbors and the quiet, dark-sky environment of Rico.

Smoking is not permitted inside the cabin.

The property is on a septic system, so occupancy limits are enforced. Please make sure all guests and pets are included in your reservation.

The sauna and fire pit are shared amenities, so other guests staying on the property may also be using them.

We do our best to keep the path to the sauna clear, but after significant snowfall you may need to clear some snow to access it.

Additional Policies

We believe in being straightforward about our policies so there are no surprises during your stay.

* Undisclosed guests or pets: $100 per additional person or pet, plus additional cleaning costs if necessary.
* Second pet: Additional pet cleaning fee applies.
* Late checkout: Check-out is before 11:00 AM. Because our housekeeping team often works on a tight schedule between guests, staying beyond 11:00 AM without prior approval may result in a minimum $100 late-checkout fee.
* Pet-related damage: Guests are responsible for damage caused by their pets.
* Parties or unauthorized gatherings: Please follow the property’s occupancy and quiet-hour policies.

🕓 Check-In & Check-Out

Check-in: After 4:00 PM
Check-out: Before 11:00 AM

The Hinckley House

A historic cabin, a connection to Rico’s mining history, and a comfortable place to stay while exploring the San Juan Mountains.

We hope you enjoy your stay in Rico. ⛰️☀️