Needle Mountain Chalet nestled in the Aspen trees during the fall
Location: Durango, Southwest, Colorado, USA (2.5 Miles from the Durango Mountain Resort) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
Welcome to our home, Needle Mountain Chalet. We are located in one of Colorado’s most beautiful valleys about two and one half miles from the Durango Mountain Resort and Purgatory ski slopes.
At 8900 feet elevation, Needle Mountain Chalet is situated on five acres covered with Aspen trees and Colorado Blue Spruce. With easy access to Highway 550, the Chalet is an all season vacation home where the roads are always plowed which makes for an easy 5 minute drive to the ski slopes.
Our home is large and accommodating. The Chalet is approximately 4,000 square feet with three bedrooms and three baths. We can easily sleep ten people. The views from our home from every window and both spacious decks are spectacular.
The Needle Mountain Range, which rises to over 14,000 feet elevation, forms the eastern wall of the valley, and the finely chiseled Hermosa Cliffs rise in back of the Chalet on the west side. The Needle and West Needle ranges provide a veritable feast to the eyes. Towering 6,000 feet above the valley floor, they dominate the view from the master bedroom, main living room, loft living room, dining room, and front deck.
Regardless of season or time of day, the vision is always changing and very dramatic at times. The back of the house faces the Hermosa Cliffs where the magnificent Castle Rock rises almost 2,000 feet above the Chalet.
The majestic rise of the cliffs is breathtaking when viewed from the back patio, loft living room, upper level and main level bedrooms, and especially the deck adjoining the upper level bedroom. And the views are equally spectacular when hiking our 5 acre lot of aspen trees and spruce and the one mile loop around the neighborhood.
In addition to its quick access to one of the finest ski resorts in the Rockies, the Chalet is located a quarter mile from the trailhead of the beautiful Elbert Creek Trail which stretches 9.9 miles into the San Juan Mountains and is a good challenge for accomplished hikers.
The initial portion of the trail is a relatively easy and scenic trail for less strenuous hiking or snowshoeing. Numerous other excellent hiking trails are within 5 to 20 miles north of the Chalet as you travel Highway 550 over Coal Bank Pass and Molas Pass on the way to Silverton. And for golfers, there are about half a dozen courses located within about 25 miles of the Needle Mountain Chalet.
The Chalet has a large living and dining area. The kitchen is one that a professional cook would love and feel at home with. We can easily seat fourteen in the dining room, but have dishes for 25. The pantry is stocked with many basics so that guests do not have to reinvent the wheel on their stay here. There are two large ovens and an oven/warming drawer to keep meals hot.
The garages accommodate a total of three vehicles and guests have the use of our garage door openers. There is also some covered parking for parties with more than three cars.
The office is available for the use of our guests. We have wired internet access and wireless internet access that is available throughout the house. The phone service includes unlimited long distance calling throughout the USA as well, so if this needs to be a working vacation, you will have all you need.
The Durango winters can be cold on the mountain. The Chalet has heated floors and central heat that also has an air cleaner and humidifier. There is also a backup generator in case the power goes out – which can occasionally occur on the mountain. The generator automatically turns on if the power goes out to keep our guests warm and comfortable.
We have two 60 gallon hot water heaters that are in tandem, so hot water is unlimited.
Our home is dog friendly, and we welcome your pets as a member of the family. A dog bed is provided in the laundry room along with a gate that can be used to secure your pet in the laundry room. There are also watering and food dishes for your pet.
But more than anything, you will enjoy and be awe struck with the fantastic views from every one of the many windows in the house and the immediate access to skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, golfing, and numerous other outdoor activities.
After a long but wonderful day on the ski slopes or the hiking trail or the golf course---or just sightseeing or riding the narrow gauge railroad or shopping in Durango--- get away from the crowds and congestion and enjoy the essence and solitude of the Rockies. The Chalet is truly Rocky Mountain High. So come and stay a spell.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: There are a total of three garage bays available for parking and a covered area for another two other cars.
- Covered Parking: For two autos.
- Off Street Parking: The drive way is long enough to accomodate several vehicles.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: The drive way can accomocate an RV/Boat/Trailer.
- Gas Fireplace: The gas fireplace is in the living room.
- Beds
- King Bed: In the master bedroom.
- Queen Bed: The two guest rooms have queen beds.
- Convertible Bed: The sofas convert into sofa beds. They are a full size. There are two.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : There are two large screen TV's. One in the living room and one in the loft. Both are connected to the cable.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: In the master bath.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: The kitchen in fully stocked with pots, pans, bakeware, and all types of appliances. There are dishes to feed 25. There are all kinds of glassware, including wine glasses for red and white wine and barware. There is a second refrigerator that provides an additional ice maker for groups. The pantry is stocked with many basics including flour, sugar and other staples as well as a wide variety of spices, oils and vinegars.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: The kitchen has plenty of pots, pans and cutlery to prepare large meels. There is also a wealth of serving pieces to present your meal.
- Refrigerator: There is an additional ice maker in the refrigerator in the laundry room for additional ice.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker (2)
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: There is a deck off the back of the house with dramatic views of the Hermosa Cliffs.
- Balcony: The balcony is off the front of the house with stunning views of the Needle Mountain Range.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: The views from the entire house have fantastic mountain and cliff views.
- Communications
- Telephone: There is unlimited long distance for the US provided with the phone service.
- Free Long Distance: Unlimited.
- Broadband Internet: There is an office with internet hookup.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): There is WiFi available all over the house
- Other Amenities
- Heated floors, humidifier, forced air heat, bidet in master bath.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: The laundry room is equipped with a pet bed, baby gate, and bowls for food and water.
- Kid Friendly: Kids will love running through the Aspen Grove.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Please do not smoke inside the house.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In Dollars)
Jun 01-Aug 31 .. $550/night .. $600/night weekends
Sep 01-Nov 30 .. $400/night .. $450/night weekends
Dec 01-May 31 .. $350/night .. $400/night weekends
Holidays ....... $700/night (3 night minimum)
Weekly and monthly rates available
Pet fee $150/pet
More than 6 people extra charge of $30/person per night
Event fee available
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
The Unique Benefits at this House
There is a fire pit out back with beautiful view of the Needle Mountain range and the Hermosa Cliffs. The Cliffs rise dramatically behind the house. It is an amazing sight.
Owner's Map of Durango
Hello, we are Sue and Royce Holland from Dallas, Texas. We love Durango and decided to purchase a second home here in 2008. We are out of town, about 24 miles from downtown Durango. Our home is at 8,900 feet altitude on five acres of aspen trees. It is beautiful. There is lots of wildlife around the house which is fun to watch. And we just are away from it all.
The ski resort is 2 1/2 miles north of the house, so its a quick trip in the winter time. There are a few restaurants that are within a mile or two from the house as well.
The views are second to none. We love spending the early part of the evening watching the sun set. We love our home and hope you will too.
Sue Holland
Property Photos
- Needle Mountain Chalet nestled in the Aspen trees during the fall - Durango Vacation Home with Wi-Fi
- The Needle Mountain Range from the Living Room at Sunset - Durango Vacation Home with Wi-Fi
- The Hermosa Cliffs behind Needle Mountain Chalet - Durango Vacation Home with Wi-Fi
- The Needle Mountain Range from the Living Room/Deck Fall 2008
- The spacious kitchen can accomodate several cooks.
- The large living area is close to the kitchen and dining room. Has a fireplace.
- The breakfast bar has four chairs.
- The dining room has views from every chair and can seat 20 people.
- The Master Suite has beautiful views, access to deck and your personal closet.
- The second master has a king bed.
- The Queen bedroom upstairs has it's own private balcony with views of the cliffs
- The master bath has a jetted tub, separate sink areas and private toilet/shower.
- The upstairs loft is comfortable with beautiful views and wide screen TV.
- The front deck has views of the Needle Mountain Range.
- Hang out in the back yard by the fire pit and roast marshmellows.
- View from the Living Room of the Needle Mountain Range.
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