Location: Private Homes, Durango, Southwest, Colorado, USA (14 miles southwest of Durango)
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1.25 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Guest House
If you're looking for a quiet getaway offering a more unique experience, the HD Ranch guest house is the place for you. This extremely charming 1200 square foot vacation rental home sits at the end of a mile-long driveway that cuts through 100 acres of pasture land. The guest house features a tastefully decorated master bedroom, living room, library and kitchen with a loft containing three additional beds.
Watch deer grazing in a nearby pasture while soaking in your private hot tub; wander through our exquisite flower garden; or simply kick back and enjoy the serenity. After unwinding, take advantage of some of the country's best mountain biking and hiking trails, white water rafting, fishing or one of Durango's exceptional dining experiences. Also great as a hunting base.
Also in the winter we have fantastic cross county skiing on the property or very close in the mountains, snow shoeing, dog sledding and skiing...
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Lots of movies available.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Depending on size and temperment; please call for approval. Guests will be charged an additional $25/night for pets.
- Kid Friendly : Not suitable for toddlers
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Apr-Oct (two-night minimum):
Rates For 1-2 Guests .. $100/night
Rates For 3 Guests .. $125/night
Rates For 4 Guests .. $150/night
Nov-Mar (two-night minimum):
Rates For 1-2 Guests .. $125/night
Rates For 3 Guests .. $150/night
Rates For 4 Guests .. $175/night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- La Plata Mountains
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- Horses in pasture
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- Hot tub area & view from south
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- Back deck & view from north
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- Front porch & view from west
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- Front porch & hot tub area
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- Guest house hidden behind trees
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- Living room & kitchen
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- Living room
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- Kitchen
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- Master bedroom
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- Loft
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- Looking south to the barn and beyond
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- Garden gate
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- Flower garden
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- Wood carving of houndogs & racoons
Traveler Reviews (17)
Horse ranch cabin
Guest: luke
(North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 10/01/11
This place is great!!! My (expecting) wife and I were able to spend a week out here at this cabin. The owners are awesome to say the least! The cabin was just perfect, it's location and layout was just what fit us best. I would come here everytime I came to the Durango area!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with young children.
Perfect getaway
Guest: fergie
(Albuquerque)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/07/11
Just spent Labor Day weekend at the guest house and have to say it was one of the best places we have ever stayed. The scenery is breathtaking, the accomodations clean and welcoming, the dogs a joy, and the hosts very kind and unobtrusive. We are already talking about going back.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Beautiful place
Guest: cyn
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/18/11
Review Submitted: 09/01/11
We spent 3 nights at the ranch and wish we could have stayed 3 weeks. We stayed in the loft above the barn which was perfect for the 3 of us. The property was off the beaten path, beautifully maintained and blessed with stunning, picture perfect mountains views. If you're looking for the jet set, go somewhere else. If you're looking for maximum serenity with almost unlimited outdoor activity available (biking, hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, rafting), you'll love this spot. And if you get the urge for a little shopping or night life, Durango is a quick drive away. Pride of ownership was evident everywhere. Francie and James were informative, available and welcoming without being obtrusive or pushy. We'd stay again in a minute and recommend it to anyone looking for real, un - glitzy comfort amid the mountains. And our Pug was welcome too!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great Cabin and Property! (Dee Harper)
Guest: Dee
(South Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/23/11
We stayed 4 nights in the Guest House last month and it was absolutely great! The short drive in to town was well worth the stay at the cabin. We enjoyed taking pictures on the ranch and being able to see all the deer, etc. The hot tub was great in the evenings under the stars. My family thoroughly enjoyed it. The dog visits were great each morning and evening. We enjoyed giving them their doggie biscuits that they looked forward to each day. They were such sweet, well behaved dogs. Sure would love to come back some time and I'm thinking we will do just that. Thanks for sharing your little piece of heaven with us!!
Recommended for:
Wonderful place to relax
Guest: Donna
(Lafayette, Ga)
Date of Stay: 05/24/11
Review Submitted: 07/26/11
My husband and I stayed here for our 20th anniversary. The cabin was really nice. The photos do not do it justice. We really didn't miss the cable TV. There was so much to do. It was nice spending the evenings in the hot tub and relaxing. I would recommend the Durango train to Silverton ( in the Silver Vista car), Mesa Verde, Monument Valley, and driving the Silver loop. The cabin was well appointed, and I would love to stay here again. Francie was so nice to work with. We also loved the dogs.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Ranch living
Guest: Family travelers
(Palm Desert, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/03/11
Review Submitted: 07/14/11
Staying here was the highlight of our trip. The cabin was clean, beautifully decorated, and comfortable. My kids loved visiting the horses and having the dogs visit us. We enjoyed seeing the deer walk through the pastures. It was nice to relax on the deck after a full day of sight seeing. My only complaint is that we didn't stay longer!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Anniversary Clebration
Guest: Fancy
(Silver City, IA)
Date of Stay: 09/13/10
Review Submitted: 09/20/10
Our stay at the HD Ranch was a 40th anniversary celebration- * Beautiful guest house in the mountains- * Greeted by fresh flowers on the kitchen table-lavender and roses- * Cool crisp mountain air- * Horses in the pasture- * Friendly hound dogs that visit occasionally to get a biscuit (provided by Francie)-We love Lucy- * Mule deer in the meadow morning and evening- * A beautiful flower garden- * Hated to leave-Best vacation ever-Everything was excellent-
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Francie's Place can't be beat--especially if you are a photographer!
Guest: Cindy from SC
(SC)
Date of Stay: 08/03/10
Review Submitted: 08/08/10
My husband & I just returned from a CO/NM vacation and spent 3 nights in Francie's guest cabin on her ranch. The scenery is awesome, especially if you are a photographer as I am. We watched an evening thunderstorm across the plains and I was able to get an image of a lightning strike and on one morning were greeted with a beautiful rainbow. We watched a group of mule deer feed across the ridge in the back of the cabin and I was able to capture some images of nice bucks. I was able to get some shots of the horses in the fields. Francie's flower/vegetable garden provide beautiful shots of the plants and attracts hummingbirds (and yielded some very tasty lettuce and yellow squash! ) You can see various mountain ridges from the house and around the property and the black and tan hounds love to visit with you and have their picture taken. We didn't use the hot tub while we there, but it was sparkling clean and would be a great spot to relax after a long day. The accommodations were very clean and everything we needed was there. If you are hooked on tv, radio, telephone or internet access you will find there is definitely a great life without these items here on the ranch. The weather in SC this time of year is hot and humid, so the cool nights and less humid days of the Durango area were a welcome relief. Even though the guest house is "off the beaten path" it is very convenient to Durango and is a great base for day trips (Durango/Silverton Narrow Gauge RR, Mesa Verde, etc.). As far as price comparison you cannot beat this versus a hotel room or suite for all you get.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
You must stay here!
Guest: Smurf
(Holland, MI)
Date of Stay: 07/12/10
Review Submitted: 07/30/10
We used HD Ranch and the great guesthouse as home base for a trip to the Durango area. The entire experience at HD Ranch was more than what we expected. Our days started sitting on the porch watching deer graze while I scratched the ears of at least one dog (sometimes 3) who came down to the house each morning to see if we wanted company. Our boys slept in the loft and it was hard to pry them out of bed in the morning because the fresh, cool night air put them in a coma. Our days ended sitting in the hot tub watching the stars. The Durango area was cool but I could have spent entire days hanging out watching the horses and playing with the dogs. By the way, Francie makes you feel as if you are a part of the ranch and not some forgotten guest tucked away in the trees. If you need anything or advice on what to do she is there fore you.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Perfect getaway!
Guest: Tess821
(Colorado)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10
Review Submitted: 06/01/10
My boyfriend and his two brothers and I were lucky enough to stay at Francie's guesthouse memorial day weekend, and we all had the time of our lives! Not only was it perfect for the four of us to get away and have a fun time in Durango, but our dog had a fantastic vacation too! For those who cant find a hotel room that allows your pet, or if your pet isnt comfortable staying in a small hotel room, this place is beyond perfect. The scenery was amazing and Francie was a fantastic host. We will definently be going back to HD ranch!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
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