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Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town.

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Hillcrest Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town.

Welcome to a uniquely remodeled 1300 square foot guest house above the detached garage. Enjoy your mountain vacation in this modern, fully furnished, quiet getaway. This is a private, end of the road retreat with everything needed to have a comfortable stay near Durango. Located ON the Florida River approximately 7 miles Northeast of downtown and a short drive to Lemon, Nighthorse, and Vallecito Reservoirs.
Your own private spacious deck has dinner table four four with a couple extra spring chairs and tables to take in the quiet mornings and enjoy an evening dinner outside. Grill anytime of the year. The deck has an amazing view of the river and the surrounding mountains.

The open living room has a WIFI smart TV, electric fireplace, two sitting chairs, coffee table, and sliding glass doors that open to your deck overlooking the river. There is a sleeper sofa can be used for extra guests and has a very comfortable self-inflating mattress. The open U-shaped kitchen has beautiful granite counters, stainless steel oven/ gas stove top, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee makers. It comes fully stocked for those that like to cook and seating at the large island.

The large master bedroom hosts a comfy queen bed made with quality linens, a down and or synthetic comforter, extra blankets for cold nights, a large closet and armoire. We have placed a smart TV in the armoire for watching TV under the covers. Adjacent to the bedroom is an office space with a tall mirror, extra dresser, desk, and sitting area.

There is one stocked bathroom with tub, shower, sink, and toilet. All you need to get ready for a night out downtown. A separate laundry room contains new, high quality, large capacity washer and dryer, as well as lots of room to hang clothes. Up the ladder is a comfortable loft for reading a book, taking a nap, or watching the sun drop behind the pines.
We have space for two vehicles in the large pull through driveway.
Due to the proximity to water we do not allow pets, or children under the age of 10.
Owners are on the same lot but not in the same dwelling.
Thanks for looking at our listing and we hope to hear from you soon.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
We welcome children over the age of 10.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Is Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. ?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. on 2 May 2026 start from £213, 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.

How much is parking at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Animas Museum, Animas Mountain Trailhead and Durango Community Recreation Center. Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area and Animas River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, well furnished place, awesome close proximity to the Florida River, and very friendly and responsive hosts. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

Could not have asked for a more beautiful property and a better host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2025
Thank you, Ashley! We appreciate you allowing us to host you and your 2 beautiful, well behaved daughters! You guys have raised wonderful young ladies! We hope to host your family again in the future! Cyndi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet area

Host was very wonderful to work with! Area is very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2025
Thank you, Sonia! You guys were wonderful too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy is a gracious host and the unit is beautifully decorated, immaculate and has an amazing deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and close to town

Was in town for business and crashed with Cyndi and Steve for a few nights. Great hosts! Would def stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thanks Kevin, we hope to see you again!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best family stay ever!

So clean, very modern..the sound of the River was constant as well as nature,; deer, bear, fox. We will always stay here when visiting Durango. The owners are amazing , personable and there to help and advise on adventures around the are.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great River Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Cyndi and Steve were the perfect hosts! From the chocolate chip cookies to the restaurant recommendations to the fully stocked kitchen, this is every travelers’ dream! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Place Ever to stay

Highly Highly recommend you stay!! Very welcoming and warm atmosphere, spotless and the view is terrific . Easy to get to and easy to access. I will go back , yearly if possible. Owners made the stay easy and amazing !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2024
Thank you, Andrea! We hope you had a wonderful and ADVENTUROUS birthday! Glad you got to see the bear on your birthday!!!! Your flowers I gave you are still blooming, amazing! Until next time my friend! Cyndi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October 3-10

Property well maintained, organized, very clean. Excellent accommodations. The owner, Cyndi was very personable and attentive. It was great staying at this VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and cozy stay by the river

The property was even better than described and had all amenities we could have asked for. The place was kept very clean and was comfortable! It is a bit of a drive from downtown Durango, but we thought it was well worth it for the relaxing riverside property. Cyndi is an excellent host, even bringing us some delicious freshly baked cookies as well as a bouquet of roses to celebrate our recent marriage! She kept us updated about a local bear mom and cubs that sometimes visit the property. I would absolutely recommend this stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2025
Thank you, Hannah! We were honored to have you guys stay with us after your wedding! We hope you guys return! Congratulations again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect nature retreat

Wonderful stay! Our home was lovely, the surroundings were lovely, and our host were the best we’ve could’ve asked for. We especially Enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and the bear cubs. Of course the hot chocolate chip cookies weren’t bad either. We had a wonderful stay and would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2024
Thank you, Shelly! You both were so wonderful to host!!! I'm so happy you finally got to see the bears!!! They are so special to us. We hope to see you guys back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location & host

Cyndi could not have been a more pleasant or accommodating hostess. Just enough distance from town for convenience, but still quiet and peaceful. Wonderful location and river. The rental was very nice, cozy and clean with everything one would need. Thank you for a great stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRENT S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star rating

My wife & I had an amazing time in the Durango area, the rental was 1st class and I highly recommend this rental when you are staying in the Durango area. Great hospitality, very clean with amazing views around the creek!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, convenient, and beautiful

Beautiful scenic property and facilities. After meeting Cyndi and seeing the cabin, we knew we picked the right property. We felt right at home, it was really hard to leave at the end of our week. Quiet area if you want to relax, short drive to Durango with its many places to eat and things to do. >
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2024
Thank you Dell, it was a pleasure to have you here! Thank you for the kind words and wonderful review! Cyndi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durango River Teyreat

We really enjoyed this stay. Property was clean and well stocked. Our hostess and her son were a delight. It was nice to come back to this quiet place at the end of the day and relax on the large deck. We really didn’t lack for a thing, and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Sandra, We are glad you all had a wonderful time and would be honored to have you both back anytime!! Cyndi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Space

My fiancé and I stayed at Cyndi and Steve’s place for the week while we were in Durango. We were there for our wedding and the stay couldn’t have been better. We loved Cyndi and hope to come back soon. The Retreat was perfect for the two of us. Definitely a 10 out of 10 for every part of our stay at the Retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Breanna and Branson, Thank you so much for choosing Durango River Retreat for you wedding destination! I was so lucky to have such a sweet and beautiful bride to host! Branson, you and all the grooms looked amazing! I am so happy you asked for some photos on the river...it was fun to meet the grooms. You and Breanna are going to have a wonderful marriage! By the way, your baby bear has been back numerous times! Glad you finally got to see your bear ON YOUR WEDDING DAY NO LESS!! Keep in touch! Cyndi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great scenery and view

The location was nice, and the owners were friendly. We were very comfortable and it made us feel like we were at home. It was a sad moment when we had to leave. Definitely a great place to stay. Especially if you want to disconnect yourself and get back to the way life was before becoming so busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sitting by the water was wonderful

My wife and I loved our stay. Steve and Cyndi were wonderful. The home is only 10 minutes to town which made the location perfect. Sit by the water, it is wondrous. We will be back for sure :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best

Photos didn’t do the Riverbend Retreat justice. Immaculate cleanliness and such a gracious and helpful hostess. We’ll be staying here on our next Durango adventure! The Walkers from KC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2024
Thank you, Greg and Sally! You guys took such care of our place and you both were a delight to host! Can't wait to see you guys again in the future! Happy EARLY 50th Anniversary!!!! ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury Mountain Paradise for Couples

Beautiful setting, beautifully decorated and designed loft with the peace we were looking for. Cyndi has done an excellent job of providing every detail you will need for a stay here. The kitchen is the best outfitted kitchen we have ever had with a VRBO. Lovely hosts and lovely family. Planning on coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place in the country

The property owners were wonderful from the beginning of our stay to the last day. Steve brought us chocolate chip cookies when we arrived. The accommodations were perfect. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come back again. Kudos to Cyndi and Steve. They treated us like family. The accommodations were outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thank you, Barry and Nancy! We really enjoyed having you both here! I am glad you guys got to see so much wildlife while you were here! I hope the repairs on your barn and property are going well! Please come back soon....we already miss you guys! Cyndi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway

Wonderful getaway! Location is outside of town but convenient to everything in the area. Setting is great, with the sounds of the river and the quiet of the mountains. The kitchen is well stocked with quality utensils. Thanks, Cyndi!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home and location

Great home for a stay in Durango!! It is located on the Florida River with a great view you can enjoy from the large porch. Home is exceptionally clean, and the kitchen is very well equipped! The location is a short ride into Durango as well as close to several reservoirs. The host is very welcoming and available for any questions or issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn't ask for more!

This property was exactly what we were looking for. The rental was immaculately clean and everything we wanted. There are two chairs right next to the river that we enjoyed our wine from every evening. We like staying outside of Durango, and we were only about 10 minutes from town! Cyndi was very responsive to my text messages and a wonderful VRBO host. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
Thank you, Cynthia for the wonderful review! We sure enjoyed having you both here and we hope you find a home here and become our neighbors! Best, Cyndi

About the host

Hosted by Cyndi Amstutz, 9702106562

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We are a family of four that love the outdoors, wildlife and pets. I have lived here since 1995 while my wife has been here since 1989. We were both outdoor guides, exploring the area until we graduated from college here in the late 1990's. We fell in love with the area and decided to raise our kids here. We have lived on this property since it was purchased in 2015. When we bought it, it was definitely a fixer-upper. We have spent the last three years transforming it to the house you see today. We live in the main house but decided to let others share this beautiful part of Colorado with us in the Guest house. It is separate and just as quiet.

Why they chose this property

This property is our little slice or heaven. While we LOVE Durango, living downtown did not appeal to us. We wanted seclusion, privacy, a place to stretch out and enjoy the wind through the trees

What makes this property unique

There aren't many other properties where you can enjoy the river in such tranquility, privacy, and seclusion.

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