Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango

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A wooden balcony with a metal railing overlooking a snow-covered landscape with trees and distant mountains.
A wooden staircase with a metal railing, a framed poster of Yosemite National Park, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, a Christmas tree, and a fireplace.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a welcome sign, and framed floral pictures on the walls.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp. There are framed pictures on the wall and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness center
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hillcrest Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Durango City Limits

1 King Bed

Galaxy Room

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Moose Suite

1 Queen Bed

Rocky Mountain room

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd floor 1/2 bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Durango City Limits Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Jack&Jill

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Durango

Located in Durango, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near a water park. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Powerhouse and Durango Arts Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Historic Tram Park and James Ranch. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Animas River - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Hillcrest Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 43 min drive - 49.3 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 9 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pop Sushi Durango - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Skyridge Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Avalanche Bowl - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fort Lewis Rocket Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango on Jan 25, 2027 start from $600, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Downtown Durango located?

This family-friendly Durango vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area, Animas Mountain Trailhead, and Hillcrest Golf Club. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Stars! One of our favorite family stays ever.This home was perfect for our multi-generational group of 7 (ages 4 to 64)!Highlights:Views & Layout: Spacious with authentic Colorado vibe. The multiple balconies and deck offer unbelievable views!Amenities: Well-stocked kitchen for home-cooked meals, and the garage game room was a massive hit with everyone.Location: Easy 2-minute drive to town, or a beautiful 2.5-mile scenic walk. Plus, delicious coffee and pizza are right at the bottom of the hill!Host & Service: The hosts were incredibly communicative, and their local guide book was top-tier.Spending quality family time together on the deck made this trip unforgettable. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Gorgeous views, beautiful home, very easy to work with host. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Great place to stay while visiting Durango with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time!

A great house that made it convenient for everyone to stay! Close to town and easy to access!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay with beautiful views

The house is beautiful, including the views, and everyone was comfortable, slept well and enjoyed their stay. We had plenty of room to both spend time together and retreat a bit too. The location was perfect for us and the host is especially thoughtful all around. It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house in a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of room to spread out but also large spaces (living room, deck, outside firepit) for everyone to come together. Just as advertised and just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway in Durango

This house is great for groups and families. It has beautiful views and is very well maintained. Communication is effortless, and prompt. The host's rules are common-sense, making for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Galaxy Durango July 2025 Stay

Great floorpan...ping pong table in garage was a real hit!...outdoor decks provided beautiful views...big, functional kitchen...good location to access Purgatory, Narrow Gauge, Durango Hot Springs and the Chuckwagon Dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Home was at a great location for us. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Durango

This home was clean with plenty of room for our group of nine adults. Very spacious bedrooms and well equipped kitchen. Excellent location for hiking trails and fishing activities. Close to historic downtown. Exceptional views from the balconies.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Fun

We had an amazing time at the Galaxy House. It was perfect for two families with small children. The view was astonishing and exactly what we wanted while staying in Durango city limits.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice!!!

We had 9 adults and the property was exactly as it says. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Nice views

Overall nice house, really nice views. Saw a double rainbow off the porch.Wasn't as close to downtown as we had hoped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property in Durango offering an abundance of space for multiple guests and quite a bit of driveway space. We were part of the Hummer Club of America doing a 3-Day event in the area. We were able to fit all of our larger vehicles on the driveway which was a plus. The extra garage space came in handy for unloading, tools, etc. Really enjoyed this place and will probably stay there again for next year's event. Communication was a great with the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful!

Beautiful, relaxing home near all Durango amenities. While we did not have children staying with us, the home is well-suited for families. Multiple living areas, as well as kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms were well appointed. Views from all rooms and deck were incredible. This one's a keeper!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the Galaxy Getaway! Becky is the most friendly and gracious host! The house is huge and has every amenity we needed! Our kids absolutely loved the mortal combat arcade game in the garage! It was a big hit! The house was very clean and well maintained! The location was perfect with amazing views! Overall this was by far the best VRBO we have rented! I highly recommend Galaxy Getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A rare jewel to find! The house was even better then promised. The view is just breath taking, and the balconies are wonderful. We had a fantastic time in the house. Best equipped kitchen I ever encountered in a vacation home, and it is thoughtful decorated, plenty of pillows and blankets. Perfect location for all the things to do in the area. And 3 cars can easily park there. It was very easy to communicate with the host Rebecca, and even the move out procedure was so painless.Thank you Rebecca for sharing your beautiful house with us!!One little thing that actually should be addressed is the dining table. It's a beautiful and big table, no questions asked, but it is so uneven, that plates kind of floating in the air, and hard to eat off. But really, not a deal breaker at all :) We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Visit

The property is beautiful and well-maintained. The views are stunning. Becky was very responsive when we had a couple of questions. We really appreciated the initial supply of products (washer pods, dishwasher pods, paper towels, etc.)--especially that 2 reusable shopping bags were provided. A very nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

This house is so beautiful and was right next to everything in town! Becky was very communicative and we had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Some notes for parents - the house has books, games, and a little table for them to sit and play at (very cute!) but there are a lot of stairs and slick for kids with socks. The house DOES have baby gates as a part of the three levels of stairs so very thoughtful of the owners to make sure the kids are safe. Overall, we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Views, Lots of Room

The view is breathtaking. We’ve been to Durango several times, but always staying in hotels, or with family nearby. Galaxy Gateway was a great way to experience Durango at a more relaxed pace. The rooms are spacious and well appointed. We loved that the bedrooms were at different levels than the kitchen and family room so the early risers (me) didn’t disturb the late sleepers (everyone else). The game room in the garage was fun for the kids and gave the adults time to get ready for our excursions or fix meals. In the evening we enjoyed relaxing on the main deck facing northeast as the day cooled. Our hosts were prompt to answer our questions before our stay, and they made us feel welcome during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice house in a good location.

The house was very nice, well stocked and in a good location. Here are a couple things to know. The upstairs beds are VERY firm. Some people like that, we did not. It was 85-90 degrees when we stayed there and it's a 3 story house. With that being said the NEST thermostat is located on the 2nd floor and when it doesn't see motion it reverts back to 75 degrees. That doesn't sound too bad however it takes hours to get the house cooled down and the 3rd floor is always warm. They do have portable AC units in the upstairs bedrooms and they do help if you keep the doors closed and run them all day. However they are noisy and the compressor cycles often. If you are a light sleeper like us it's a problem.Overall we had a good experience and our complaints are just our personal prefinance.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 9 had a great stay in this well designed and well appointed property. Private, comfortable, and convenient. Not perfect in every possible way … but close and highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was well located to downtown Durango and a perfect home base for a large group to explore Durango and the surrounding area. It was clean, well provisioned, and had spectacular Mountain View’s. We enjoyed cocktails and breakfast on the many decks! We were a group of girlfriends who hope to be back with our spouses. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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