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Ultimate Off-Grid Adventure Basecamp

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Exterior detail
The couch in the living room converts to a queen bed. Enjoy the fireplace!
Camp Sherman is a true, authentic log cabin.
The massive deck serves 3 meals a day.
Al-fresco dessert and big-fish storytelling.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6930 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Fairplay, CO
  • South Park City Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Mount Evans
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Ultimate Off-Grid Adventure Basecamp

An authentic log cabin located in the heart of the Mosquito Range. Camp Sherman is an off-the-grid cabin, sitting on 10 acres undisturbed forest, designed to be the ultimate high country basecamp for adventure. Here, you can choose your own adventure all-day long: From fishing gold-medal waters, hunting for that prized 10-point elk, bagging 14ers (Sherman, Lincoln, Bross, Cameron and Democrat's trailheads are just a short drive away), ripping sweet single track on a mountain bike, exploring the rich mining history of Park County or enjoying the hustle and bustle of Breckenridge. And how do you let that jam-packed adventure day ring out? With a cook-out and a glass of wine on the very spacious deck, a game of horseshoes (a swing for the little ones) and a few roasted marshmallows around the large fire-pit under the Milky Way.
Camp Sherman is truly a rustic 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom log cabin with a loft that can sleep 6. For the ultimate Colorado mountain experience, Camp Sherman is off the grid powered by solar with its own well, twice-filtered pure drinking water, indoor plumbing and gas. The kitchen is fully stocked to cook a gourmet meal (sorry no microwave) or enjoy a morning coffee (French press) on the porch swing or Adirondack rocking chairs.
Modern technology has been added for additional entertainment and communication purposes. In the cabin, you will have full 4G cell connection, Wifi and a 32" TV with Blueray player hooked up for Netflix.
We're excited to share our very special family getaway with you, and hope you will cherish and love it as much as we do.

Property manager

Stephanie & Olaf Richter
Premier Host

Languages

English, German
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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cabin not child proof for babies or toddlers.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only.
All Park County fire bans must be observed. Renter will assume responsibility for any fines incurred for failure to abide by these regulations.
If you are using the grill, please clean it afterwards with the grill brush, which can be found inside the grill's storage cabinet.
All kitchen garbage must be bagged and tied, and dropped into the garbage bins near the driveway entrance.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alma

Alma is home to this cabin. South Park City Museum and Alma Fire House & Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Alma's Historic Ladies Aid Hall and Matchless Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fairplay, CO

What's nearby

  • South Park City Museum - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Main Street - 34 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Mount Evans - 53 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort - 59 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Copper Mountain Ski Resort - 64 min drive - 66.6 km

Getting around

  • Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Park Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Otto’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Otto's Food Cart - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brown Burro Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mc Call's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ultimate Off-Grid Adventure Basecamp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ultimate Off-Grid Adventure Basecamp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Off-Grid Adventure Basecamp?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ultimate Off-Grid Adventure Basecamp located?

Situated in Alma, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Park County Public Library, South Park City Museum and Alma Fire House & Mining Museum. Alma Town Park & Disc Golf Course and Alma Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aidan S.

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

A wonderful getaway

This place was perfect for our stay. We wanted a
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul M.

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

Great

We had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

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

All the benefits and beauty of nature in a comfortable location

This cabin was a beautiful and peaceful getaway for our annual family "camping" trip. There were plenty of things to do at the cabin as well as the surrouding area. It is also decently close to town so we were able to get groceries and whatnot. I highly recommend this location for a serene and relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

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

Paradise in the mountains

From the gorgeous property to the friendly "wild"life, this place is amazing. It would be perfect for families with kids, there's so much to do. There's a horseshoe pit, a zipline that I was not brave enough to try, and lots of rolling hills to exexplore. I would stay here againin a heartbeat. Amazing place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

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

Great cabin

Cabin mixes off-the-grid ruggedness with modern comforts quite well! Our entire group loved the cabin and its amenities + the location can't be beat. Rental process was very easy and the owners were very responsive. Definitely follow the driving directions provided by the owners as Google maps seemed to struggle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie U.

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

Great Cabin Getaway

We had the best time at Sherman Camp! The cabin is so quaint and lovely, just the perfect Colorado cabin getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Awesome Cabin

What a wonderful cabin. Rustic but very well and thoughtfully equipped. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Y.

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

Cozy and Quiet

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The hosts were quick in responding. It’s a great place to get away from civilization, read a book, cook nice meals, and overall unplug from everything else.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

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

Awesome Getaway

Thoroughly enjoyed this cozy property nestled in the woods and right outside of Fairplay. Great little plot of land in a very scenic location. Perfect escape from Denver and will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Wonderful

Perfect atmosphere and location for a ski vacation in the Rockies
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

2nd trip in 3 weeks!

Perfect extended weekend retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh B., New York, New York

Perfect Colorado getaway

My wife and I absolutely loved staying here. It was a perfect base for exploring the area and getting ready to hike Quandry Peak. Stephanie and Olaf are great hosts and very helpful/responsive. My wife and I will definitely make their place an annual getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Trevel G.

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

Perfect Colorado Experience

5 star experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

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

Camp Sherman

We loved the experience of an off grid home, it was a first for us. We thought the cabin was adorable and perfect for a family get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Great crash pad for a ski weekend at Breckenridge!

If you want to ski two days at Breck or Keystone, Camp Sherman is a great choice. Everything you need and nothing you don’t - best of all - no craziness of busy ski town and no I-70 mayhem. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Amazing property

This cabin is absolutely amazing. I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay for my vacation. The wildlife was abundant during my stay. Interior reflected a true cabin and I loved it however it was close enough to other towns for sight seeing. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

Lovely cabin in a beautiful location.

Really enjoyed our stay at Camp Sherman. The cabin is cozy and comfortable, and isolated enough to afford peace and privacy. The owners were super responsive and very nice. Warning for anyone coming from sea level - give yourself a day or two to acclimate to the elevation, which is above 10,000 ft.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tatum P., Canadian, tx

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

Base camp Adventure

The cabin and location are both great. We loved how clean and efficient it is. Simple, rustic, and wonderful. A great place for drinking coffee, fresh mountain air, and rest and renewal. We were joined one morning by a big bull moose and got the pleasure of watching him graze in the meadow while we sipped our cup of Joe. Loved Camp Sherman!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven P., Colorado Springs, CO USA

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

Calm, quiet and relaxing

This is my 3rd stau at Camp Sherman, and it always exceeds my expectations. Several fabulous upgrades since my last visit We can't wait to come back. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

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

Martin Stay

The cabin is the perfect launching pad for adventures on the mountain. It is clean and well represented in the advertisement. The access is easy and check in was a breeze. The owners were very easy to communicate with and there were no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Summer B.

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

They skied, I stayed in the cabin

We truly enjoyed our time at the cabin. It was the perfect get away for me, while everyone else skied! It is well maintained and a beautiful property. We even enjoyed some sledding on the property. We recommend Camp Sherman for anyone who wants to stay away from everything and just enjoy the forest. Within an hour of Copperhead and 30 minutes of Breckinridge ski slopes. We plan on going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie G., Santa Fe, Texas

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

Exactly what we needed!

Just got back home and already can’t wait to go back to Camp Sherman. Stephanie & Olaf are wonderful host and are available to help if needed. This off the grid cabin, with modern conveniences, was exactly what my husband and I needed….more than we realized!! It is so peaceful and relaxing. You truly feel completely alone, but still close enough to the store, restaurant and skiing!! Highly recommend staying!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy S., Cedar Park, Texas

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

Paradise in the Woods

This is my second stay at Camp Sherman. Olaf and Stephanie are great hosts and know how to make a simple cabin amazing! I go here for the solitude and beauty and it can't be beat. I'll be back, no doubt. The cabin has everything you need, even a new shower and skylights which were both great additions I got to enjoy. You won't be disappointed with Camp Sherman!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Better than expected

This property was a perfect getaway, that included all the all the necessities of home with the off grid experience I was looking to have. A cow moose and her calf joined me for morning coffee. The location was perfect for access to Mosquito Ridge, Hooser pass and a quick trip into Breckenridge to visit a couple of breweries. Olaf was very responsive to help us with a small issue with the power system. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelica H.

We loved it!

For this being our first time EVER being in a cabin i would say out stay was more than perfect it was MAGICAL, we stayed for a week and loved every minute of it, everything is close by, the people are the sweetest and the cabin owners are a delight! We are DEFINITELY coming back!!! The cabin was so cozy clean and beautiful the out door was a FOREVER majestic view wr definitely got what we wanted!!! Wish i could post pics.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie & Olaf Richter

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Hi there. We're a young active family who values creativity, authenticity, the smell of a campfire and a push to the summit. During the week, you'll find us rushing around in the city and trying to raise 2 little perfect humans. On the weekends, we try to stretch out, exhale deep and take advantage of the rich Colorado backcountry.

Why they chose this property

Stephanie and Olaf chose this property to make it their weekend adventure getaway and to raise a family amidst the great outdoors. Camp Sherman has been an integral part to our Colorado high mountain experience, and offers a deep connection to mountains, wildlife, the stars and, in a way, our existence.

What makes this property unique

Camp Sherman is an authentic hand-built, off-the-grid log cabin that is situated in the middle of a 10-acre parcel of land. The entire South Park Valley has been designated as a Natural Heritage Center due to it's rich mining and pioneer history. It's also unique in that the valley floor is at 10,000 feet, which makes for great daytime temperatures when the city is roasting. Camp Sherman itself is situated at 10,200 ft, which is the very low spot of the Valley of the Sun.

Being off-the-grid in an authentic log cabin allows for a unique and deep connection to nature and a simpler way of life. As much as we love the coziness of a roaring fire in the fireplace, we also appreciate a good movie and solid wifi. Modern tech made it possible, so you get to enjoy both the solitude of the setting, along with tech-enabled creature comforts of wifi and Netflix.

Languages:

English, German

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