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Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]

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Terrace/patio
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]

PLEASE NOTE: OUR HOME IS PET FREE AND SMOKE FREE.
WE DO NOT ACCOMMODATE SPECIAL EVENTS, WEDDINGS. ETC.
Animas Vista Lodge is located on County Road 250 in the Animas Valley, about eight miles north of Durango, Colorado. The 4,500 sq. ft. house has six bedrooms and four baths, spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and lots of living space for both family activities and privacy. The warm, Southwestern interior has beautiful, quality furnishings and sleeps 16 comfortably. The home and property are tobacco free and pet free. Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. Relax and play in our second floor 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted ceiling, nine-foot pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. The expansive main level great room/ dining/ kitchen takes in vaulted views of both the Animas Valley in one direction and the brilliant red Missionary Ridge behind the house in the opposite direction.

Outdoors: Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge, cook and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. On the opposite side of the house off the kitchen, a roomy back deck and play area take advantage of red cliff views. Our location, CR 250, is the most popular biking byway through the valley. You are within 2-3 miles of the Bar D Chuckwagon and Western Stage Show; Dalton Ranch Golf Club and restaurant; an upscale shopping area and Trimble Hot Springs Spa. You are only ten minutes from the city of Durango to the south and all it has to offer; and about twenty minutes from Purgatory ski area and Durango Mountain Resort to the north.

First Floor: A large, airy great room (living/dining/kitchen) fills the entire center of the main level, with timber frame ceilings and striking views to the south (red cliffs) and north (Animas River, upper valley, Engineer Peak and more). The great room sitting area includes a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, gas log fireplace and flat-screen HDTV. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is convenient to the front living porch and the back deck. Two king master bedroom suites (one with gas log fireplace) flank either end of the main level, each with HDTV, private decks and gorgeous views. Two queen bedrooms and a shared bath complete the first floor, along with an attached two-car garage.

Second Floor: Relax and play in our 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted tongue-in groove ceiling, pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. Large windows on three sides frame wide-open outdoor scenes, in particular, the stunning red cliffs. The media area includes plush curved sofa, two barrel swivel chairs, Blu-Ray DVD player and I-Pad docking station. A separate queen sleeper sofa completes the furnishings.

A third king bedroom and connecting bath is situated off the game room. The combination bunk room and exercise room has a twin-over-full bunk bed and futon. A Vision Fitness treadmill and elliptical machine flank two vaulted windows with a spectacular vista of the upper Animas Valley, Engineer Mountain and the peaks beyond. Four can sleep comfortably in the bunk room, which has a wall-mounted HDTV and hallway access to the bath located on this level. An additional stacked laundry set is nearby.

Property manager

Ann Leek, co-owner

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Elliptical machine
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Treadmill
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 53 min drive - 38.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 18 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hermosa Creek Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪J Bar J Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ice Pirates - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] located?

This family-friendly Durango vacation home is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dalton Ranch Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of James Ranch and Animas River. Jones Creek Trailhead and Cliffs at Tamarron are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Perfect place for a family holiday

The property was as listed and even better in person. Perfect amount of rooms and space for our big group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas destination gonna be homeless for about three hours

Play was really nice, awesome viewsEnjoyed it totally!!Thank you,
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

2025 Fesler Ski Trip

We loved this house!! Comfortable beds, roomy, and has everything you could need there for cooking meals and enjoying your stay. The game room was a big plus!!! We played pool and watched football quite a bit. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin R.

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

Amazing Stay

We had an amazing stay. The location of this place cannot be beat, and the views are to die for! There was plenty of room for our big family and the place was clean and stocked with everything we needed. We will most definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenton K.

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

Excellent family house

Great house for families - roomy inside, good yard, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla P.

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

Wedding Weekend

Beautiful and convenient location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David & Kathy A.

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

Sibling Reunion

Had a fantastic time and I would definitely bring my family back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janece P.

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

Destination Christmas

Property was just as described. Large enough for our 13 with room to spare. Kids had lots of room for activities. Bedrooms were spacious. Kitchen was well stocked with all needed equipment to cook while we were there. Loved the location. Loved the accommodations. .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Beautiful Place!

The property is beautiful. We had a few hiccups at the beginning of the trip but Ann did an amazing job taking care of everything very quickly and communicated promptly. I would not miss staying here if the opportunity is there if I were you. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

Durango retreat

Very nice property. Close to Durango and other activities but at the same time secluded. We tremendously enjoyed our stay, especially sitting out on the deck! Host was very accommodating. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Great location and house!

We enjoyed staying at this beautiful house for my husband's 40th birthday trip. I would strongly recommend. Tons of space for a large group of family and friends of various ages to spread out and relax. Location was very close to the spa/hot springs, downtown Durango, and the railroad. Kitchen was very well stocked to prepare breakfasts and dinners for a large group! Views and the outdoor areas were beautiful. Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

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

Amazing place!

Quiet and beautiful both inside and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Great stay

This house was perfect for our group. More then enough space for 3 families.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenton K.

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

Excellent for a large family

This is the perfect house for a large family. Great facilities and great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

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

Beautiful location

Convenient location in southern Colorado! We enjoyed this lovely & comfortable home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Second time around

Stayed there 12 years ago, it was magical… 12 years later, updated, spotless, every bit as magnificent!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Les D.

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

Family getaway

Great property for our whole family and close to everything we wanted to see. Close to skiing, town, and community center.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky J.

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

Stay

The house was nice. The area was wonderful, it was peaceful and you could hear the train. The deer, chipmunks, and views kept us entertained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugenio C.

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

Beautiful Property

The property is beautiful with breathtaking views. Size was perfect for our group (15 adults). Would definetly stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

L R., Fort Worth, TX

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

Amazing spring break getaway!

The house was absolutely perfect & even better than advertised! All 3 families loved every minute of our much needed getaway! We loved the convenient midway location between town & ski slopes!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

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

Thanksgiving Family Reunion

Beautiful home/cabin! The location & views were spectacular! My entire family enjoyed the game room & front deck with the large fireplace! Our family would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry R.

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

durango family trip

Excellant beautiful home on the edge of wilderness, we loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Birthday Getaway

We went out to Durango in celebration of my birthday and did just that. Made home cooked meals in a lovely home, enjoyed scenery, hot springs and very close to town! Felt very comfortable and cozy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nici G.

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

Family getaway

We spent 5 nights in this gorgeous home! Great location, completely stocked and lots of personal touches. Lots of room for everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

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

Excellent Property and Awesome Family Time

This is the second time we have rented this property and we just love it!! Room to spread out, game room is awesome and location is to die for!! We will be booking again for a repeat vacay with the grandkids.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023