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Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat!

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat!

This ideal mountain vacation home is nestled against the woods and mountains, 10 minutes from downtown Durango and 5 minutes from Lake Nighthorse. The woods are your backyard where wildlife abounds, you have 15 private acres to enjoy. Lake Nighthorse is open to swimming, fishing, boating and more, spanning more than 1,500 acres.. The lake offers endless opportunities for fun or relaxation: How you enjoy the waters are up to you.

The spacious 3 bedroom home has lovely furnishing with rich décor to complement the stone and wood finishes. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen after a long day of playing in the mountains. There are 3 levels to this stunning home affording both privacy and comfort. The master bedroom features a king sized bed. The second and third bedrooms both have queens.

6 Maximum Guests Allowed

Bed Configuration:
Master Bedroom - King Bed (Upper Level)
2nd Bedroom - Queen Bed (Lower Level)
3rd Bedroom - Queen Bed (Lower Level)

Admit it, wouldn't you rather be here?

This property is pet friendly, the pet fee is $25/per day, each pet. We allow up to 2 dogs per stay. The maximum pet fee is $200 per dog and will be added to your reservation after you book.

NO Smoking anywhere on the premises.

Guests will be sent a vacation rental agreement by Durango Colorado Vacations (the property manager) to e-sign at the time of booking.

Note: This home does not have Air Conditioning. Most homes do come equipped with box and ceiling fans.

A friendly reminder before you book your stay, is to remember we are trusted to manage independent and family-owned homes. We simply ask that you treat these homes and properties with the same respect that you would expect one to treat yours. Due to a recent uptick in unauthorized guest, pets and gatherings. We are implementing a strict "one strike" policy for any guest that are found having any unauthorized gatherings, pets or guest with them in the home. Failure to disclose any of the stated above will result in immediate termination of stay with no refund being issued for unused nights.

Please note that most properties are outfitted with outdoor security cameras.

Cancellation Policy:
If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that are made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival will receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee. Between (29) days and fifteen (15) days before arrival, guest will be refunded 50% of the reservation amount. (14) days or less to arrival, no refunds given.
For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date to receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee Cancellations made between thirty one (31) days in advance of your arrival and (59) days will receive a 50% refund.

Trip insurance is available for purchase and is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.

Property manager

Lorie Naylor

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sledding 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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

4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Home Nestled Mountains Amazing Views
4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Home Nestled Mountains Amazing Views
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About the neighborhood

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Animas River Trail - 18 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 21 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Oscar's Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Animas River Beer Garden - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Historic Tram Park, Twin Buttes, and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office. Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas River are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Pet Friendly, Views for Miles, Family Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We arrived in the evening, so the views and overall look of the house was not apparent, but oh my word, when the sun came up the next day and revealed what was around us, it was one of the most beautiful settings I have stayed in. The house is immaculately maintained, and comfortable from top to bottom. Thank you for the lovely stay and we definitely have this property bookmarked for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glorie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the view!
Secluded deck with great view, so relaxing! You are definitely in the woods but we had everything we needed. Hard to find something that private but still close to town. Thanks for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
The house was very spacious and very clean, and I enjoyed the artwork in the house. Most importantly, the views were amazing on the outside deck. We began and ended each day on the outside deck. We arrived in early August. She had plenty of fans to help circulate the air, and it was comfortable. It was a quiet area. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S., Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Views
The views off the deck were incredible! We had a much needed excellent time away in your adorable home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Feliz S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Views!
Amazing location with great views! Sibling trip. We enjoyed historic downtown Durango, a day trip to Telluride did not disappoint, and a hike at Bear Creek. Can't wait to come back to Colorado!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We had a lot of fun staying at this property. The views are really great, nothing like looking out at views of mountains and green trees from the deck. There were just a few things that could have been cleaned better, but overall it was great. The internet is slow, but we were able to use our 5G for a hotspot if we needed it to be faster. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking pots and pans. It was nice that the house is secluded, but yet not far from Durango to where you can take a trip into town. The property owner was very responsive to all questions. We definitely had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
Great cabin in a beautiful location. Our family loved morning coffee on the deck looking out at the mountains. The cabin was very comfortable and provided a perfect base for our trip. Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, wonderful home
Peaceful and comfortable home with wonderful views. Such a lovely place to stay - it's a real home so the kitchen was incredibly well stocked which was a joy. Peaceful and remote but also 20 minutes from town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patti A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and privacy
Excellent place! Definitely up in the mountains with beautiful views, peace and quiet, and cozy house. Plenty of room and nice location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Charlestown

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauteous Maximus!
We absolutely loved this house! It was perfect for an extended stay with our family. We couldn't have asked for a better spot from this to explore the San Juan's--whether hiking, fishing, biking, riding the train, or taking in nature (lots of birds and, if you're fortunate, possibly a bear). The views from the house are amazing. The beautiful mountains and woods surrounding the home leaves one in awe of nature and in disbelief that one is fortunate enough to be spending time at this lovely place. The communal areas are inviting and the private spaces are comfortable. We prepared most of our meals here--and the kitchen is well stocked. We couldn't have asked for a better place to spend time with our family this summer!

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
This property had very spacious guest rooms and an outstanding view. It was a perfect space for our family to gather and enjoy some much needed R&R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic, clean and large!
I awoke the first morning, looking out the master bedroom windows over the San Juan foothills covered in fog, seemingly above the clouds. Breathtaking views. Lost of bathrooms for all your family. Remote enough to feel cozy, close enough to town to grab coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colorado roadtrip
Everything was as expected, clean and ready to use. Nicely stocked kitchen. Peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence J S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the drive
Great views,surrounded by ponderosa pines and mountains. Property was everything promised. Large rooms,well equipped kitchen, great deck for relaxing and dining, and close enough to Durango when needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Iron Horse getaway
We enjoyed staying here as there was plenty of room for our group and spending the evenings out on the deck with the awesome views was a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA G.

Magnificent Views
Both the management company and owner gave me a call before our stay and made us feel so welcome. Well stocked with towels, soap and kitchen supplies. Comfortable beds too! My only issue was the grill which was not functioning properly. Propane tank full but heat output very low. But no worries we used the stove!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Jay M.

nice house but needs attention
The views from the house are spectacular. The kitchen was well equipped and the furniture was comfortable. When looking for a place to stay in Durango, we wanted to find something close to town and this house seemed perfect. It is is fairly close to town but the dirt/gravel road the last couple of miles is bumpy and uncomfortable. The house is in need of a good cleaning. There was quite a bit of dust on the baseboard heaters and windowsills. I didn't read all the reviews carefully before booking or I would have noticed that reviews in September 2018, June 2018 and July 2017 all mentioned problems with housekeeping. Since a cleaning fee is required, one expects a clean house. The kitchen had 3 lights that were burned out along with a lamp in one of the downstairs bedrooms. I located replacement bulbs easily and changed the bulb in the lamp but a ladder was needed to change the ones in the kitchen. The mattresses in the downstairs bedrooms are too soft and need replacing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Keith N.

Overall nice.
Beds were too soft. Gravel road was a nightmare. Nice view. Home was appointed nicely.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bradley A.

Beautiful property!
We had a great time here, and the place is amazing! Incredible views! Nicely maintained, well-equipped home. Far enough from town to get a true get away from it all feel, but a fifteen minute drive to Durango gets you back to civilization. We would absolutely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Katie L., Georgetown, TX, USA

Breathtaking views!
This was an absolutely gorgeous property. The drive in is rough gravel, but once you get there the views take your breath away. The beds were fine and sheets were clean. There were some pet stains on the bottom story carpet and bed skirt, but the rooms were well decorated with great views. Unless you want the bunk room...this is the only reason it didn't get more stars. The bunk bed is shoved into a dark laundry room (one with no windows) and it totally creeped my kids out and they ended up on the floor in our room. It's not another bedroom, it's a basement laundry with a bunk bed. Other than that, it was a lovely property. Great space to roam, comfortable living and dining, great deck (though watch your toes because there are some loose and warped boards.) Kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cookware. Downstairs bath was tiny, but the hall closet had plenty of towels, blankets and pillows. I would definitely come back to this property, provided I didn't need the bunk room. The 10 min drive into town made it perfectly remote, but easily accessible. We enjoyed our time here thoroughly. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Leigh N.

Fantastic view!
The property is remote with great views and wildlife. Well worth the trip up the canyon. Well appointed home, great deck area and relaxing atmosphere. There are a lot of activities in the area and something to keep everyone entertained. My only complaint is the general cleanliness of the home. It's in need of a deep clean and the mattresses could use updating. Other than that, everyone enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Micaela L., Colorado

Amazing views
We have stayed in 3 other VRBO’s in the area. This was by far the most spacious and had the best views. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Excellent view of the mountains. Very quiet house with little to no traffic. We loved it there!
Thank you for sharing yoir beautiful house. We absolutely loved it there!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Joe S.

House needs TLC but with amazing views
The view from the back deck was phenomenal. Great view of the mountains. However we could hear highway noise from the nearest road. The house needed much TLC. There were dead bugs in the corners of several rooms, cobwebs, dirty bathtubs, filthy baseboards,e tc. They also had a replaced the flooring in the living and dining rooms, but did not adddress the transition to the kitchen tile, which left about a 1/2 inch lip that everyone kept tripping over or stubbing their toe on. In addition, they placed rugs over the tile in the kitchen and on the wood floors which was a huge tripping hazard, as someone would step on them and it would slide. Several items in the house were broken and/or in disrepair; from the microwave to the smoke detector. One item of note was barbed wire rolled up in the living room, as decoration I'm assuming, that became an possible injury issue for our children. To sum up, it was a great trip, great views, but will not be returning due to the status of the house. Would have gave it one star, but the view warranted two.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017