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Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing

Rustic river comfort with endless outdoor possibilities.

Located only a few miles north of downtown Durango, and 20 minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort, this home sits on 22 beautiful riverside acres in the Animas River Valley. Snowplow on-site and driveway will be plowed first thing in the morning so you can be first in line to ski powder. This is a fantastic place for families or groups of friends to enjoy a few days in nature surrounded by the nearby rusty red foothills, snow capped peaks, and the landscape dotted with cottonwoods. If you’re relaxing indoors, the many windows offer amazing views from all sides of the house. We love our home as a comfortable yet adventurous getaway, and we hope you will too!

There are 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms, and the house sleeps 11 comfortably. Sleeping arrangements include 2 king beds, 2 queen beds, and 3 singles. The kitchen is fully equipped with a large comfy dining table, breakfast bar, and everything you will need to prepare gourmet meals to enjoy at our dining table or on the riverside porch. There is a full size washer and dryer as well as a full size refrigerator with ice maker. The spacious wrap around porch includes a porch swing, day bed, outside dining setup and gas grill that overlooks the river and large trees, one with a rope swing.

Additional features include a semi-circular 10 person couch, gas fireplace, 65 inch screen TV in the living room, a kids/entertainment room upstairs with a 55 inch screen TV, a wood burning stove in the entry way, and high speed WiFi and internet. The basement includes a game room complete with a ping pong table.

About the property: The Animas river flows along the East side of the property, and the grassy slope behind the house is a good place to put in your rafts, kayaks or canoes. There is a small oxbow pond where deer, elk, and birds congregate at dusk and dawn. Feel free to wander the path cut in the grass—it leads to a small beach at the southern end of the property. The popular Durango to Silverton steam engine runs parallel to the nearby road during daylight hours, a fun sighting for kids and adults alike.

About the area: Durango is an adventurer’s haven at every time of year! Summer is full of river sports, fishing opportunities, hiking and biking, all accessible right out of the front door. Historic downtown Durango is a 10 minute drive, where you can shop, dine out, or hop on the 1880’s Durango to Silverton Railroad. For those visiting in the winter, Purgatory ski resort is only 20 minutes away. James Ranch (grass fed burgers and live music) is just up the road, as is Durango Hot Springs.

Bedrooms:
#1: King Bed
#2: King Bed
#3 Queen Bed
#4 Queen Bed
#5 Three Single Beds (can be used as a bedroom or entertainment area)

Property caretakers live onsite for most of the year. Cooking and/or grocery shopping services may be available upon request. If interested, please inquire for price and availability.

Property manager

Rita Jo Anthony

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 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

Property is also known as

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Animas River House 1000+ Feet of Riverfront with Amazing Views

About the neighborhood

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Animas Mountain Trailhead - 8 min drive
  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 8 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 12 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 10 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chainless Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Pappys Pizza n Wings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing located?

This family-friendly Durango vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Animas River and Durango Hot Springs Spa. San Juan National Forest and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Animas River House - 22 acres of Riverfront with Amazing Views-20 mins to skiing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sariah L., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
5/5 Stars!
We had an amazing stay at the Animas River House! The location is unbeatable – right on the river with beautiful views and peaceful surroundings, plus it’s conveniently close to hiking trails and shopping. The house was spotless, well-equipped, and felt like a home away from home. We loved the reverse osmosis water system throughout the whole house! We especially enjoyed the ping pong table, the large outdoor patio, and relaxing by the fire pit in the evenings. Our hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful. We can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend this gem for a perfect getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
An amazingly comfortable property with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L., Olympia

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO, outstanding host
The home was meticulous. It had everything we expected. It was clean, well stocked, comfortable and the perfect place to end our 2 week vacation in Colorado. The host was exceptional. We definitely would stay here again. We can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect getaway
The property was absolutely beautiful! The house was spacious for our guests and was a perfect setup to house our wedding party. The house and property were clean and felt just like home. The hosts were so kind and worked with us great. The only unexpected was how close the host's house was and that there was construction but it didn't bother us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good times
Enjoyed every minute
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay on the River
My family of 5 and my brother in law’s family of 4 joined up to stay at this house and we had the best time. The house was just as described, plenty of space for our crew and a very equipped kitchen with tons of spices, pantry items etc to make cooking easy. The fans were a big help and even in August we were never hot in the house. We loved the wraparound porch and ping pong table. Our kids played in the river and loved visiting the llamas and sheep! Highly recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kent H., Salt Lake City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Early August in Durango
Nice place, totally met our needs. Didn't realize property was so close to the road, and road noise was "a thing." River was nice, paths could have been more manicured to allow for walking the property. Also was notified after we booked that owners are on property and construction is taking place as well, no interference, just should be stated up front. Fishing here was fun for casting, but not so much for catching as river was very murky on account of all the rain. No complaints really, close to downtown, and very nice overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim Spearman S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Animas River House
Our family just returned from our stay at the lovely Animas River house. We loved the property and could not have enjoyed our stay more!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed my stay
The house was great and had plenty of room for my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Convenient to Fun
Very nice place to stay - close to town but still away from the business of town. Well stocked kitchen, deck all around to enjoy the scenery and relax. We all loved our stay. The hostess was very responsive to our needs. Only improvement I can suggest, is to have some method of marking entrance from road, so night approach can be easier. would stay there again for our next family get together.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
The house is well appointed. We found everything we needed. We appreciate the attention paid to things such as providing firewood at the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dillon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great PRIVATE fishing spot!
It was just three of us, but the home could easily fit much more people! There are ample beds, dishes, things to do. The listing is very accurate, plus more wonderful features! There are a few nice fishing spots along the river where, I can almost guarantee, you'll catch Rainbows if you have the right set up! It's so nice, in fact, that it's sometimes hard to get anyone away from the property to do other things. Also... The train does go by the property, and you'll get a good view or video of it right from the back deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Escape to the Mountains
We loved staying here! The house was the perfect size for 12 of us. We had plenty of sleeping room and room to spread out. The porch is amazing and we spent almost all down time on the porch, looking at the river. Our highlight was getting to interact with the sweet llamas!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
Took kids and grad kids on vacation, nine people. This is one of the best places we have ever stayed. Plenty of room in and it set up perfectly. Fifty yards to the river, animals for the kids to enjoy and a lot of property to explore. Short drive to town for shopping and other activities. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Juliette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect River House
We came to the Animas River House for a team meeting. Being right on the river with plenty of space to have meetings, do work, hang out, and take walks was ideal. The River House is close to some beautiful trails into the surrounding valleys and a very short drive into town. We really enjoyed our time there and would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Wonderful place to stay! Great location in between Durango and Purgatory Ski Resort. Perfect spot for a large family to stay if you are looking to ski or to visit. We had plenty of room and it was perfect for kids. The views of the property were absolutely beautiful! Thank you to the owners for having everything we needed. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in Durango.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Bryan M., Eagle

Good and Bad
Upon arrival we noticed we never received check in instructions. We had to contact the host to receive these. Thankfully she picked up and emailed the instructions right away. The good. Nice and spacious house with everything needed for our stay. Location a little far from town but beautiful property surrounded by the mountains and on river. The property has the potential to be amazing. The bad. The house is infested with kissing bugs or box elder Beatles. There were about a hundred in the house, all over and especially in the master. This is a problem and made the stay uncomfortable. This needs to be addressed and not mentioning this ahead of time is not right. There was black mold in the upstairs bathroom on the ceiling above the shower. The toilets clogged several times. The washing machine had a sulfur smell when I went to wash clothes on the last day. We reached out to the host the day before checkout with concerns and didn’t receive a response until after checkout. VRBO did not offer compensation either after our complaint. Will not stay here again unless everything was resolved.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home!
We all enjoyed our stay and it fit our family perfectly. The view is outstanding. The home was stunning and well stocked. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P., Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness
Family ski trip
House was wonderful and clean. We loved the location especially if you plan on Skiing or going to the hot springs. The host son lives on the property and was geeat to work with. We had snow and he plowed the driveway multiple times to make aure we were safe. The day we left was bad weather they texted us and gave us late check out without asking and even told us we could book another night if necessary. Great house and great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Beautiful setting and great location. Accommodated all our needs. Owners are very kind and keep you updated on any issues that may arise (we had a planned power outage, which was no big deal). Huge plus: the neighbors had the cutest puppers <3
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango Animas River House
Gorgeous setting. Loved the back porch and the outdoor fire pit. We had a large group and the house accommodated us easily. We also prepared a couple of meals and were pleasantly surprised that plates and cooking utensils were in abundance. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside Retreat
Fantastic house for larger groups. The house was perfect for our group of 8 friends. Easy drive to downtown, golf, mountain biking, and the river access is right out the back door. Daily train passing was fun to see and lots of wildlife around to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great house. Comfortable beds, clean house, & beautiful scenery along the animas river. We would rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A month with trains, rivers, mountains and other things.
We were a group of 11 for the first couple weeks and just two of us the the second half of the stay. Teens enjoyed the trains, river, wildlife, ping pong table in the basement, and the lovely, spacious house. (A bit of US-550 road noise was a necessary trade off for the railroad and river location of the special property.) Gracious and attentive hosts were their when we needed them. Great internet services. Would stay here again.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kerri j.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay in Durango at Rita's Place
This is a great property. Very clean. Super view of the Durango/Silverton train. Walking distance to the river. Excellent kitchen. Awesome porches! Summer guests should be aware that the house is not air-conditioned. It was not a problem at all but I did not notice that when I booked the property. The nights were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023