This cottage places you next to Twin Buttes and within a 10-minute walk of Perins Peak State Wildlife Area. The cottage includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
Perins Peak State Wildlife Area - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Twin Buttes - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Historic Tram Park - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
Purgatory Resort - 53 min drive - 37.0 miles
Getting around
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 7 min drive
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Denny's - 6 min drive
Avalanche Bowl - 7 min drive
Oscar's Cafe - 7 min drive
Carver Brewing Co. - 7 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.
Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage Bunk House
Escape to this rustic cottage Bunk house Yun-Shui Garden, just 10 minutes from downtown Durango. Surrounded by ponds, streams, and wildlife, this peaceful retreat features two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and space for up to four guests, plus a couch. Explore nearby hiking, skiing, fishing, and the historic Durango train. Enjoy quiet walks, deer, wild turkeys, ducks, and geese. Includes a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and large air-fryer oven for simple meals. Just a quick note for your stay: the cottage does not have a kitchen sink, but the water is from our own well and is very clean and safe for drinking and showering. There is also no air conditioning, but the space naturally cools down nicely in the evening once the sun goes down. The Story of Yun-Shui Garden
The story of Yun-Shui Garden - where clouds drift and water flows.” In the early morning, you can hear the spring water before you see it. It feeds the ponds, wildlife, and gardens, and gives the property its quiet, peaceful character.
Before it became Yun-Shui Garden, this land was a trout farm. For more than forty years, Steve and Margaret Titus cared for the property, raising fish and adding the buildings and structures that still give the place its unique character.
Many of the buildings came from different places and times. Some were moved here and reused, including a former post office, a KOA office, and an old schoolhouse barn. The property grew slowly, one story at a time.
In 2021, we became the caretakers of this special place. Our hope is to continue restoring the land, creating gardens and wildlife habitat, and preserving the calm beauty of the ponds, water, and mountains.
Thank you for being part of the story of Yun-Shui Garden. We hope you enjoy your stay, slow down, and take in the water, birds, and changing seasons. Welcome to Explore Nature
Feel free to explore the ponds, creek, and streams around the property. Follow the 🦃 turkey / 🦆 duck signs to find your way.
Please be careful—trails can be wet or slippery, especially after weather changes.
You may see ducks, geese, deer, turkeys, and sometimes bears 🐻. Please keep a safe distance from wildlife.
You’re welcome to join Yun and Mocha in the morning while they feed the ducks and care for the ponds.
Enjoy the nature and peaceful surroundings!
The cottage is heated and features 1.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please do not leave any trash outside the unit or on the porch, especially during bear season.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
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: 11:00 AM
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.
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.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this cottage?
This cottage in Durango is within a 10-minute walk of Twin Buttes and Perins Peak State Wildlife Area. You'll also find Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage Bunk House?
As of Jul 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage Bunk House on Jul 13, 2026 start from $255, including 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 parking available on site at Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage?
No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Does Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage Bunk House have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.
How close is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park), which is 9.3 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), which is located 18.1 mi away (24-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage?
No, there aren't any cottage at Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage that offer a balcony.
Yun-Shui Garden –Cottage Bunk House Reviews
Reviews
6.0
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VERY gracious of host. Very nice.
Little in the rental for how and what to with things.
VERY rustic little rental. VERY old. Front door can’t open all the way.
In the country - awesome.
No check out instructions and needed to ask for access to internet. Our electronics didn’t work without venu internet - due to remoteness.
Husband loved the place. I was ok with it. Host was wonderful.