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Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

Vacation home in Durango with kitchen and balcony

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TV, fireplace
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TV, fireplace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durango

This vacation home places you next to Animas River and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Mercy Regional Medical Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Animas River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Fort Lewis College - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Purgatory Resort - 41 min drive - 37.0 miles

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 9 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Pizza Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Durango Joe's Walmart Plaza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Serious Texas BAR-B-Q - ‬4 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 Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

Our 3 bed / 2.5 bath cabin (Gabriel's cabin) sits directly on the Animas River on over 3 acres and is only 4 miles (6 minutes) to historic Downtown Durango. Enjoy a private river front setting with room to room to roam (and fish), while being close to all of the incredible amenities and recreational experiences that Durango has to offer. The ample outdoor space/decks with seating and a gas fire pit will allow you to enjoy the amazing setting on the Animas River.

The cabin features the expected vacation rental amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer (laundry detergent provided) and there is plenty of parking for multiple vehicles and trailers. High speed Starlink WIFI was installed in March 2024 with speeds over 100mbs. While the kitchen is fully stocked - it does not have a dishwasher.

Bed Configuration:
Main Bedroom - Queen Bed (Top Floor)
2nd Bedroom - Double Bed (Basement Level)
3rd Bedroom - 2 Bunk Beds (Single Over Single - Basement 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).

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).

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.

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.

–About Your Host–
At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we’re a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

1586-248399

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Durango, just steps from Animas River. You'll also find Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

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.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 1.6 mi away (4 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), which is located 11.2 mi away (17-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

Yes, every accommodation at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So adorable and comfortable beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric P., Glen Ellyn, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property close to town! Nice acrage on river. Great back porch too!

House is ok- property on River… so inviting! Had a wonderful time!!! Great that it is 5 minutes drive from Durango!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin needs general maintenance. The ceiling fan does not work. Couldn’t get Tv downstairs figured out and no place to watch it. The dehumidifier were offline, not sure exactly what they were. The coffee maker didn’t work properly and was promised a new one and never received one, trash not taken out
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlin M.

Liked the river and closeness to town. Some lights did not work and could not get firepit to work. Also had problems with tv downstairs. Cabin not bad but could be better.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

t b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gathering

The location on the river was really, really great. The proximity to town and river trail great. The bathrooms were clean and the sheets were brand new but had not been washed. We did see a couple of mice and lots of mouse droppings. Around the house could have used a blower and a little clean up as I picked up cigarette butts. But overall, it worked great for us. Spent a lot of time on porch visiting friends and family. We were in town for a memorial gathering. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Cabin

We had a lovely time at the cabin. Enjoyed the secluded location and convenience of town at the same time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our happy place

Rustic but really comfortable and fun. It was clean with good amenities. Our grandkids loved the bunk beds and our kids loved the fly fishing. We all loved the gas fire pit and being right on the river. I appreciated the short drive to Walmart to provision, too. Town is a quick 10 minutes away. Guest should be prepared for the very steep stairs between levels-especially the stairs into the basement. Would be good if there were some kind of gate installed at the top before someone has a serious fall. Also there are no outside accessible bear-proof trash cans. It was a great place for a weekend family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as Advertised!

All around beautiful property, well maintained and just what my coworkers and I were looking for. Great communication as well!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very overpriced! Needs a lot of upgrading !

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly splendid

We arrived to a clean welcoming rustic home. Exactly what I had hope for and so much more. Came to Durango for a wedding but wanted to enjoy the beauty of Colorado and this did not disappoint. My son and three children loved having the entire downstairs as a separate space. The kitchen was so wonderful everything we wanted and more. Having a Walmart just down the street made getting anything we needed a breeze. Downtown was a short drive and Uber was available for a cheap quick ride. The magnificent outside was nature at its best. Abundant wildlife. Amazing fishing at your doorstep. Before touring the home and brining in our luggage we went straight to the hammocks by the river. Caretakers responded to all request immediately. The best time was wonderful!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kari K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good overall, but could be better

Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this rustic cabin. The location by the river is just stunning! The cabin is cute inside and was spacious enough for our family of 6. Our stay could've been better though. My kids were SO excited to use the fire pit, but upon arriving we found that it did not work. Also about half the lamps inside do not work. There was no remote to the downstairs TV so it was unusable. There also wasn't any dish soap or sponges so I had to go to the store to buy my own (something I don't like to do when I'm on a relaxing vacation). We also spotted a few mice down by the bunkbeds. It was nothing major and I did feel that overall the good outweighed the bad, but there are definitely things that were overlooked that could've made the stay that much better.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami C., Waco, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect Rustic Colorado River retreat

This property is perfectly described and advertised. No disappointment with any aspect of our stay. We would definitely book this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

We love the location down by the river. It made you feel like you were far away from town when you really were very close. There were a couple issues, but the management promptly came out and fixed it when we reported it. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

I can see how this would be awesome in the summer but a little muddy this time of year. I might return at some point. My daughter attends Fort Lewis and we enjoyed the hominess.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Luis S.

Cabin by the river.

The cabin location was good, and the heads up on 4x4/awd was great, as it was muddy when i went and a 2 whd would have not made it up the steep hill. The cabin: at face value it gives woodsy cabin vibes. Along with that are some cons Cons: mousetraps.. my children found them. Glad they knew better not to touch. But a smaller child might have grabbed the one behind the fire place. Mouse droppings. These were found in the lower shower and at all the the window sills. Bugs. Elderbugs galore. I lost cound at how many we killed. The stove that was there, had one burner that was not functional. A lamp in the bunk bed room was not functional, and was structurally not sound. One of the bunkbeds was two twin beds with makeshift brackets holding them together, which was a bit nerve wrecking, as some ove them were loose. Some dishes were not clean to start. The house seemed to have lots of cracks. Maybe where bugs and mice get in? Pros. Heating was good. There was plenty of hot water. There was a good coffee pot. Plenty of beds. The outside was awesome, next to the river. (Cant beat that!) Replacement of some pans would be cool. We arent chefs by any means, but the pans have seen better days. Property management: I called them a few times, and they were great. The were most courteous and informative. They did advise that there was intent on replacing the range/stove. I, we, cannot say enough about the location. We loved being by the river. Overall, it was a good visit/stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Love the area and the view. Very nice accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Chris B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Bugs and spiders

My wife and I moved to the Double Tree hotel after the first night. Our son and fiancée moved from the basement to the upstairs bedroom where there were fewer bugs. The basement bedroom is tiny with no windows. The location is nice and the place would be good for two adults with children, but only if the bug problem is addressed. My future daughter in law got bit by something while sleeping. Very disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Train trip

Everything was great for our stay. Well located for our needs, quiet, river next to the property. Only problem was in the listing not stating that there are no bedrooms on the main floor, lots of steep stairs up and down to bedrooms, second thoughts for elderly folks, such as my mother in law, who went with us. We were able to make a bed with the couch and a mattress, we worked it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Durango River cabin

Extremely well maintained cabin and clean which is the most important to me. Property managers were quick to respond to any questions. Stairs were steep, but the house was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim G., Albuquerque, NM

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place right by the Animas.

Short drive to downtown. Plenty of property space if you bring pets. Just a couple things to point out: If you have mobility issues, be aware that the two flights of stairs inside the property are really steep. The water pressure in the main kitchen sink is not good at all. This makes for a pain when cleaning dishes as there is no dishwasher. The internet does not work at all. A new router is needed. I tried to reset it multiple times as stated in the instructions for check in. I even left it unplugged overnight to reset it, still didn’t work. Just a few issues that could use some attention.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and beautiful cabin in a serene convenient location

We loved our stay in the cabin. Comfortable beds and really nice touches and decor. I was a little surprised coffee wasn’t included in the kitchen but DD was just around the corner. Great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Lyn M., Littleton, CO

Disliked: Cleanliness

Instructions did not apply to property.

Instructed to run dishwasher. No dishwasher. Chipped dishes. You did catch a mouse which we disposed of. Inadequate cooling unit spitting water when we arrived. Property definitely not up to code. Best thing was location on the river and near town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Velma Z.

Rustic feel with great potential.

We had an overall pleasant stay. The photos online were well-staged to portray the cabin in its best light; in reality it was underwhelming. The 2 full beds were nice but the 2 sets of bunk bed mattresses should be replaced. The stove only had two working burners which impeded cooking. As a whole the cooking/kitchenware is pretty rough and worn so plan to bring your own if intend to prepare meals in. The setting is not rural so if you’re expecting a cabin in the woods this is not the one. With a small investment and a good scrub this cabin could be a gem. Fire pit and river access are top notch. Would have been a plus if the cooling system been turned on before our check-in time so the cabin could have been cool when we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023