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Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango

NOTE: 4WD/AWD required in winter (Thanksgiving through late March).

Enjoy end-of-the-road privacy in this quintessential Colorado river cabin located within a 20 minute drive from Durango. In the mountains and on the Florida river, this is a great location as "base camp" while enjoying all that the Durango area has to offer.

It’s all about the riverfront location!  Outside, the wraparound deck is a great place to enjoy morning coffee, relax in the rocking chairs or fish, and it’s a great place to view the starry night skies.  Fall foliage is spectacular with aspen and other seasonal trees surrounding the home, and winter snow creates a unique mountain getaway at this home.

The cabin layout includes the main level with kitchen, living room, dining room and the large deck at river's edge, with both a covered section containing rocking chairs and benches, and an open area with picnic table, BBQ grill chiminea fireplace and steps leading to the lawn and riverbank beyond.  The open living area and deck make a fine gathering place for friends and family.  There is an AC Unit in the upstairs bedroom.

Bed Configuration:
Master Bedroom - King (main level)
2nd Bedroom & Loft - Queen & 2 Twins (upper level)

Our home has shared private Florida river access and access to Treasure Island - a shared community recreation area that's perfect for family fishing outings, picnics, and nature adventures. With Vallecito Lake a 15 minute drive, and Lemon Lake 8 minute drive from our home guests have easy access to robust fishing, boating, and paddle boarding opportunities. This home has very limited cell service.

Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.

Sales Tax No.The La Plata County Tax Rate is 6.9%

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
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

1586-225236

About the neighborhood

Map
Durango, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 17 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 21 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 22 min drive
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 24 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 22 min drive
  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Juan Images - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Great Divide Outfitters - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Distinctive Culinary Creations/Sloe Joe's Durango - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oktoberfest Durango - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lemon Reservoir, Los Pinos River, and Lake SImpatico Trailhead. Vallecito Lake and Animas Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cabin in a beautiful location
We came out to Durango for some R&R and this was certainly the place for it. Love the location on the river and end-of-the-road privacy. We had trouble using our code to get into the property but it was fairly quickly remedied by property management. No other issues for us. We would stay here again. We are considering bringing our daughter and grandson out here next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

PRICE E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall foliage getaway
Great location and setup. Really enjoyed the quiet and relaxation it provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roaring river
The view from the porch was awesome. Very clean. Management very accessible. Easy drive to downtown Durango.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S., Canyon, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin of Peace
The whole process was painless. The river sound and the cabin are amazing. I would love to stay here again in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia W.

Florida River Cabin in Durango
The Florida River, outside the house, with a deck that provides an amazing front row seat, is the main attraction and the selling point of this home. Unfortunately, our experience was different than the reviews read before booking. Time had to be spent cleaning off cobwebs that covered all outdoor chairs and tables as well as the house windows, screens, and deck railings. The deck was covered in dirt, dust, and pinetree needles. Come inside and cobwebs were found in most wall corners and light fixtures. Both bathroom shower heads need to be replaced. The worst issue was the antiquated stovetop as there was no drip pan for the cast iron grill top so therefore it drained into the bottom cabinet base. As was the case with the bbq grill that was missing a drip pan and drippings drained underneath onto the deck. Both were found after the fact and required more time spent cleaning. Also under the Jenn-aire stovetop, the ductwork for the exhaust fan was supported by an old coffee can which fell aside causing it to not vent properly which in turn caused the smoke alarm to continually go off. Both the front door and rear sliding door stuck so bad we could barely open them. We did not contact Property Management because we just wanted to spend our time enjoying Durango. Hopefully these issues will be addressed before the next guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall stay
Bed in main bedroom was comfortable to my wife and I. We normally sleep on a Tempurpedic medium firm bed. Cabin was at the end of the lane past several other homes and had a large nice deck that overlooked the Florida river. Only negative was a broken sliding screen on the sliding door leading to the main deck. Otherwise, the cabin was clean, well kept and quietly secluded. Parking was a little tight but no problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colorado Trip
Enjoyed our stay on the Florida River. Tons of games at the house for us to play as family. Everything was great!! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoRetta C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and location
The views and sounds of Colorado Florida River was the best. The cabin had a lot of extras that we did not have to worry about packing or purchasing while there. We loved the deck!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place
We decided to spend Christmas in Durango and do the Polar Express on Christmas Eve. We stayed for 7days. This cabin was perfect it had beautiful views and plenty of room for the 5 of us. The kitchen provided everything I needed to make Christmas dinner. The upstairs was perfect for the kids and the cabin was close enough to all the fun that Durango provided. Only suggestions I’d make is changing out all the mattresses. All the mattresses were pretty uncomfortable especially the king size bed. We cosleep with our 15month old and it was so lumpy and soft it was all over the place. We couldn’t really sleep comfortably. Also it would’ve helped alot if we would’ve had some cleaning supplies like a broom or maybe even a vacuum. Staying a week it would’ve been nice to have access to those things. Other than that this place was perfect for our vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Cabin
The listing understated how nice this location is. We had a wonderful time in a beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Florida River Cottage
Location and deck are wonderful. Beds were not comfortable and kitchen and appliances are not up to the price point for this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

mike l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Communication 🤙🤙
The communication between myself and rental manager was excellent on every front with perfect directions and supplies as listed in the ads.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the river!
The property is dated, but clean inside. Outside could use some help. Property management is superb! The property is secluded among large trees at the end of the road. Outside shed porch comes complete with rocking chairs and lots of space for dining.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private/secluded
Very nice property..enjoyed the river and wildlfe..cabin is clean and cozy and very private.. check out the stars....amazing!!...had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Nina H.

Cozy cabin on river.
Cozy cabin near river. Quiet mountain getaway plenty of room, stocked with most essentials. We did experience mice the first night stay and large black ants in multiple down stairs rooms. Secluded at end of drive. Our family had a very relaxing time and still close enough to drive into Durango for food and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terryca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little house tucked away next to this beautiful river! We loved it!
This was our 1st experience in renting a vacation home & I thought it went great. The house with fully stocked with your essentials. Wasn’t too far from town, great location & private!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jimmy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
River cabin
The place was great but it does have a mice problem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R., Surprise Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
My husband, son and I made a trip from Phoenix for a long weekend to celebrate our anniversary. What a beautiful property. The river was running next to the home and the leaves were changing colors. My husband caught a few small trout in the river which was a bonus. We loved every second of our time here. It was at the end of the drive so it seemed secluded even though there was a house next door. Inside of the home is clean and the size was perfect for the three of us. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris b., Amarillo, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and peaceful
Could not ask for a better location. The house had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Close enough to Durango for trips into town for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
BETTER THAN EXPECTED
Best property I've ever rented! LOCATION! LOCATION!! LOCATION!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and Tranquil
We enjoyed our stay very much! We sat out on the wrap around porch every night listening to music, drinking wine and listening to the sound of the river flowing. The only downside, if I had to list one, would be the trash process. This has nothing to do with the home itself... but at 5'3" I couldn't reach the heavy lid to lift... it was comical watching 2 short girls throw trash away. Perhaps there could be a step stool by the mail area?? Just a thought for us vertically challenged visitors! Make this your next vacation spot... you won't regret it one bit!! Directions were spot on! I suggest screen shotting them to have the lock box code, cause service is sparse..... but oh so perfect!! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your cabin home! I'm sure we'll return:) Jamie and her long time Bestie, Michele
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday trip for grandson
Great location. Comfortable, clean cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

MARIA P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unique and truly special
Property is in a very unique location on the Florida River. The wrap around deck providing shade or sun is very nice. The Spectacular views of the river and the trees are right in the top of you. The sound of the water and the fresh air mix with the seclusion of the property are making this very rustic cabin very special and a truly relaxing destination. Cabin is perfect for 4 people more than that is not that comfy! My teen has semi ok sleeping on the bed under the roof with 0 privacy! Having said that, the interior is much smaller that the pictures show. Master bathroom has a tiny tiny shower. Kitchen oven and stove extremely dated. The house was not very clean, spider webs inside in many places and EVERYWHERE at the outdoor of the home. Outside looks like has not been clean in 6 months to a year. We arrived to swipe the terrace and clean furniture and take down as many spider webs as possible at the sliding door that open to the terrace and windows. Same with the grill, we ended using a grill mad and also the grill temperature do not go higher than 350..So, forget those perfects steaks. Managing was always receptive to the issues we had. Having said that, the spot the cabin is located and the area around it, the reservoirs close by, all this make us believe we will be back and we can only hope next time the place is spotless clean inside and outside!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Kelly R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty, outdated and not worth the money.
This place was not clean. We had several spider bites (cob webs everywhere) and management company was not available at all. Highly disappointing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019