Housewares, hardware, stoves, and off-grid solar.
Monte Vista. Worth the drive. Call before you come.
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. Saturday 8am–4pm. Closed Sunday.
A Family-Owned Variety Store Customers Keep Coming Back To
At Bontrager's Variety Store, quality and honest service come first. As a family-owned and operated variety store in Monte Vista, Colorado, we've built our reputation on stocking real, dependable goods not gimmicks and treating every customer like a neighbor.
Whether you're driving in from across the San Luis Valley or just passing through, you'll find dry goods, housewares, kitchen and canning supplies, books and cards, gifts, clothing and footwear, cleaning supplies, hardware, and a standout selection of off-grid resources like solar power equipment and propane appliances. We also carry a quality line of poly outdoor furniture built to handle Colorado weather.
If you're comparing stores in Alamosa, Del Norte, or across the San Luis Valley, Bontrager's is worth the drive real selection, straightforward prices, and people who actually know how to help you find what you need.
Everything You Need, All in One Store
Housewares & Kitchen
From canning jars and cast iron cookware to everyday kitchen tools, our housewares section is stocked for cooks.
Off-Grid & Solar Power
Our off-grid department is one of the reasons customers travel hours to shop here.
Hardware & Tools
Hand tools, fasteners, work gloves, and hardware essentials for everyday projects and repairs.
Clothing & Footwear
Durable work boots, socks, gloves, and seasonal clothing built for Colorado's climate.
Dry Goods, Cleaning Supplies & Gifts
Pantry staples, canning supplies, cleaning products, books, cards, and thoughtful gifts for every occasion.
Poly Outdoor Furniture
Adirondack chairs, picnic tables, and rocking chairs built from weather-resistant poly material.
Monte Vista's Go-To Source for Off-Grid Solar Supplies
Living off the grid takes the right equipment and the right people to help you choose it. Our solar power equipment department includes name-brand inverters, batteries, panels, and propane appliances, backed by a team that actually knows how these systems work. Customers regularly tell us our staff, especially Levi, take the time to walk through system needs before recommending a single part.
Why San Luis Valley Shoppers Choose Bontrager's
Family-Owned & Trusted
Amish-operated with a reputation for honest service.
True One-Stop Shopping
Housewares to hardware to off-grid gear, no need to run to multiple stores.
Knowledgeable Staff
Especially for solar and off-grid equipment questions.
Worth the Drive
Customers travel from across Colorado to shop here.
Stoves We Feature
At Bontrager's Variety Store, we've carried Peerless-Premier ranges for years because they're built the way off-grid and rural households actually need — reliable, propane-compatible, and made to last. Whether you're outfitting a homestead kitchen or replacing an aging range, we carry a lineup that holds up.
Made in the USA — Peerless-Premier ranges are crafted with pride and built for durability, not disposability.
Off-Grid & Propane-Ready Options — Ranges suited for homesteads, cabins, and rural properties without natural gas hookups.
In-Store Expertise — Our team helps you compare sizes, features, and accessories before you buy, not after.
Visit Bontrager's Variety Store in Monte Vista, CO
Address: 9726 South County Road 3 East, Monte Vista USA, CO 81144
Phone: (719) 852-0500
Serving: Monte Vista, Del Norte, Alamosa, and the greater San Luis Valley
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What does Bontrager's Variety Store sell?
Bontrager's is a full-service variety store in Monte Vista, Colorado offering dry goods, housewares, kitchen and canning supplies, hardware, clothing and footwear, cleaning supplies, gifts and books, off-grid solar equipment, and poly outdoor furniture.
Where is Bontrager's Variety Store located?
We're located at 9726 South County Road 3 East, Monte Vista, CO 81144, serving shoppers throughout the San Luis Valley.
Does Bontrager's carry solar and off-grid supplies?
Yes. We stock a wide selection of solar panels, inverters, charge controllers, batteries, and propane appliances for off-grid and homestead living, along with knowledgeable staff to help you choose the right equipment.
What are Bontrager's Variety Store's hours?
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sunday closed. Call (719) 852-0500 before you come.
Is Bontrager's Variety Store family-owned?
Yes, Bontrager's is a family-owned and Amish-operated business that has served the Monte Vista community for years.
Do you sell outdoor furniture?
Yes, we carry a quality selection of poly outdoor furniture, including Adirondack chairs, rocking chairs, and picnic tables built to withstand Colorado weather.
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Kitchen & Housewares
Tools & Hardware
Outdoor & Furniture
Stop By Bontrager's Variety Store Today
From everyday housewares to off-grid solar solutions, Bontrager's Variety Store is the one-stop shop the San Luis Valley trusts. Visit us in Monte Vista, Colorado, or call ahead with any questions.
Monte Vista's family-owned variety store for housewares, hardware, and off-grid solar essentials.
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