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Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Animas River Trail
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durango

This vacation home is located within a 15-minute drive of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Twin Buttes. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Twin Buttes - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Animas River Trail - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Fort Lewis College - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 16 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lone spur cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kachina Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake

This upscale vacation rental is located on a private 3 acre lot 15min from Durango on a paved road. It is the ideal retreat to return to after a day of site seeing with family and friends.

This beautifully landscaped home has a large, fully fenced, pet friendly yard. The house will sleep 8 people. We offer free WiFi. There are 3 bedrooms each with their own bath plus a queen fold out sleeper sofa in the family room. The entire upper floor is a master suite with a private balcony over looking the yard.

Lake Nighthorse is 10 min away and will open Apr 1st with swimming, boating and fishing. Canoe and kayak available at the lake.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

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

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: I would prefer small to midsized dog. No cats.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Wedding receptions and college graduation OK.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Wedding receptions and college graduation OK.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8.
  • Note from host: Wedding receptions and college graduation OK.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Beautiful Home Secluded Location yet Only15 min Town 10 min Lake
Beautiful Home Secluded Location yet Only15 min Town 10 min Lake

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Durango, close to Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Animas River Trail, and Animas River. You'll also find San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Durango Arts Center nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake on Dec 1, 2025 start from $211.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park), which is 12.6 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), which is located 20.8 mi away (35-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake?

Yes, every accommodation at Beautiful home in private setting yet only15 min to town & 10 min to lake comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.