This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
Durango Community Recreation Center - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
Fort Lewis College - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
Animas River Trail - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
Mercy Regional Medical Center - 20 min drive - 11.0 miles
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 - 8 min drive
Happy Pappys Pizza n Wings - 9 min drive
Chainless Brewing - 8 min drive
Tacos Nayarit - 9 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.
Pet Friendly home on 3 Acres - Views - Fire Pit - 9 Minutes from DGO
4WD/AWD is required late December through mid March.
Our pet friendly 4 bedroom/3 bathroom home sits on 3 acres and is less then a 10 minute drive to downtown Durango offering privacy and seclusion - yet just mins from downtown Durango and at an elevation of 7,400 feet, always a bit cooler in the summer than downtown. Enjoy an alpine setting with room to roam and exceptional views, while being close to all of the incredible amenities and recreation you come to Durango to experience. Each of the bedrooms on the main level and 2nd level have an AC Unit for those few days of summer when opening the windows at night is not quite enough to cool the home down.
There are multiple decks which include outdoor seating, dining table and grill and the main deck which extends across the entire front of the home, and there is a lower patio with rustic log-constructed porch swing.
Modern-meets-rustic in the kitchen, with contemporary appliances, granite countertops and pine cabinetry, plus a full complement of cookware and serving items to satisfy most every home chef. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and an oversized window seat adds more space for friends and family to gather. Just off the dining room, and outside on the front deck is a dining table and chair set; perfect for larger dinner settings or taking in the sunset. The home features super fast Starlink internet and YouTube Premium TV.
Bed Configuration: Master - King, Main Level 2nd - King, Second Floor 3rd - Queen, Second Floor 4th - 2 Twin bunk beds, Lower Level Basement Den - Full futon sofa bed, Lower Level
This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay).
Depending on specific conditions, 4WD or AWD may or may not be required between late December and early March.
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.
Cancellation Policy: A non-refundable payment of $300 is required at the time of booking. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time of the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.
Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.
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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. A Smart TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection
Languages
English
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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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 2,910 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
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
1586-225235
Luxury Cabin 10 Minutes from Downtown Durango
Frequently asked questions
What can I see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Durango, close to Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Durango Community Recreation Center, and Animas River. You'll also find Animas Mountain Trailhead and Hillcrest Golf Club within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Pet Friendly home on 3 Acres - Views - Fire Pit - 9 Minutes from DGO good for couples?
At this historic vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring kitchens.
Are there hot tubs at Pet Friendly home on 3 Acres - Views - Fire Pit - 9 Minutes from DGO?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where 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 11.1 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), which is located 15.1 mi away (26-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Pet Friendly home on 3 Acres - Views - Fire Pit - 9 Minutes from DGO?
Yes, every accommodation at Pet Friendly home on 3 Acres - Views - Fire Pit - 9 Minutes from DGO comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.
Pet Friendly home on 3 Acres - Views - Fire Pit - 9 Minutes from DGO Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 19 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Teresa B.
Jul 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location; large, comfortable home!
Teresa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula R.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Paula R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura D.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Whistling Horse House
My family was in Durango for a wedding and this beautiful house is a perfect mountain retreat with lots of room, well equipped and clean. The decks have a great sunset view. Then the stars come out and the sky is amazing.
Laura D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Kim D., Houston, TX
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Was a lovely property and enjoyed the beautiful view. It was great having AC in the month of August in the bedrooms. The furniture downstairs was worn and dusty and could be updated. Did not like the step down into a sunken living room as we had our elderly parents with us. Overall, it was a nice location. Could use some TLC. Loved being able to open the windows during the brisk mornings. There was no hot tub as shown in the photos. The gas grill was great for family dinners.
Kim D.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ray G.
Mar 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with lots of privacy!
Everything was great. Plenty of room, close to town. Perfect choice.
Ray G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chloe L.
Jan 19, 2023
Magical winter wonderland!
Absolutely amazing home! Big enough for everyone to have their own space, but cozy spots for all of us to enjoy family time. Kitchen was very nicely stocked and we were able to easily prepare, eat, clean, and store multiple meals over the days and nights we were there. The neighborhood was also perfectly located far enough from town to provide peace, quiet, and access to the beautiful nature surrounding Durango; but close enough to easily get into town for supplies and fun! Would recommend (highly) staying during any time of the year! Just remember the 4WD/AWD during the winter 😉
Chloe L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
2/10 Terrible
Mike T.
Dec 28, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Don't Stay Here! I should have listened to the reviews..
My first negative VRBO review! This house could be great, but property management lacks integrity (specifically Cindy who I dealt with the most). You get charged all these fee's for cleaning, preparation, service etc. and this house was not prepped. When we arrived there was no WiFi or cable. I know this is petty so I was hoping this would be the only fix/complaint and we could still give a decent rating. There were a few old coke and beer cans outside in the immediate area, and the 2.5/5 gallon empty water jugs were scattered all over the grown outside the back patio. Then we used the water faucet and entire main floor stunk like sulfur. I was told that it was standing water in the p traps and to run all faucets for 15-30 min. Why are these things not part of the house preparation we pay for? This led to little or no water pressure. Day 2 we lost water completely. They even discussed moving us to another location well outside of town. This might not sound like a big deal except, it was already dark, there are 10 of us (including 4 kids and 2 disabled vets), we had a ton of groceries unpacked as well as reservations for activities in the morning, so it isn't a "simple fix". Luckily they were able to get the problem fixed later that evening, but that was almost 2 days of no showers after driving 12 hrs. Cindy seemed real concerned and told me how furious she would have been, and that reimbursement would be coming either way. We were supposed to discuss it the night before I checked out in case of other issues. No one called of course, so I called the day after getting home and Cindy offered me less than one day of reimbursement. I was going to be fine with them reimbursing the first 2 days because of water (the important part), even with us never getting wifi or cable, but less than one day of TOTAL cost was comical. Like I told her, it's not about the money, it's the principle. You don't take a vacation if the money is going to adversely affect you. This is about getting what you paid for especially when you are paying peak prices. She clearly didn't agree with me and without saying it was like "oh well". I read some negative reviews and emailed property management to question them prior to booking who assured me all was fine.. I should have just kept scrolling thru listings. I will return to Durango, but I will not return to a listing overseen by DurangoVRC-
Mike T.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Monica D.
Sep 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect experience
This home was perfect for our family reunion. We were 9 people who came from various states and countries. This home and experience gave us room to be together but have our own space as well as have lots of family time. Checking in was seamless. I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a place to stay in this gorgeous area.
Monica D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Anthony S.
Feb 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall good stay
The house was a nice a home and great location. Had a few issues during our stay.
1. Hot tub didn't work. I wish it was checked way before we came but I think it was checked only a few days before. It was one of the reasons we picked that place. They tried to get it fixed before we left but no luck. They gave $150 back.
2. Upstairs blinds didn't come down so woke up too early sometimes.
3. WiFi although connected was unreliable. Went in and out.
4. First night the main sink was leaking but they came and fixed next day.
I think if they would have checked the house a week in advance and not a few days before most of these issues wouldn't have happened. We made the best of it and the hosts were really nice so I would still recommend this place.
Anthony S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jona G.
Jan 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin was the perfect getaway!
What a beautiful clean cabin!!! We have stayed at many cabins throughout the past 4 years and we will definitely stay here again if we come back to Durango! The hot tub was the most amazing amenity after boarding two full days on the mountain. Also, everyone stated that this place had the best 2 showers! Every morning we enjoyed a shower, a cup of coffee, and we set food in the Crock-Pot to cook so we would come home to dinner or stew. We made steaks on the grill and enjoyed the fireplace during the football game. There are tons of board games to choose from... We had a blast! This cabin was the perfect getaway for our group!
Jona G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cory B.
Dec 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Lots of amenities and a beautiful location.
Cory B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Delilah B.
Dec 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin with friendly atmosphere
We loved everything about our stay. Lots of small details and amenities that we found very thoughtful. I would just warn that there are two flights of stairs to the front door and another flight to the top floor. While not an issue for most of us, it was difficult for my father in law who has bad knees.
Delilah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Justin T.
Feb 23, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House!!
The hawk's nest property was great for our trip to Durango for Snowdown! Plenty of space, and the house is beautiful. One thing to note: as mentioned in the listing, you definitely need a 4WD vehicle during the winter. It is a single-track road with a fairly steep incline and a couple switchbacks. One of our Uber drivers got stuck on the way up to the house. Luckily, my vehicle is a 4WD and had no issues at all. I would definitely stay here again!
Justin T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Don W., Denver, CO
May 8, 2019
Wonderful getaway!!
Thank you Hawks Nest for a wonderful family getaway! We were in Durango for the Fort Lewis graduation, and this was so comfortable to be together and also have some privacy for 3 generations of family. We had everything we needed! Thank you!
Don W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sue P.
Oct 17, 2018
Great home/ Great location
A very nice place to stay. The kitchen was fully stocked and there was plenty of room for 10 adults! Close to Durango and surrounding sites!