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Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 154500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon
Master Suite No. One
1 King Bed
Master Suite No. Two
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Master Bath No. One
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Master Bath No. Two
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]
PLEASE NOTE: OUR HOME IS PET FREE AND SMOKE FREE.
WE DO NOT ACCOMMODATE SPECIAL EVENTS, WEDDINGS. ETC.
Animas Vista Lodge is located on County Road 250 in the Animas Valley, about eight miles north of Durango, Colorado. The 4,500 sq. ft. house has six bedrooms and four baths, spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and lots of living space for both family activities and privacy. The warm, Southwestern interior has beautiful, quality furnishings and sleeps 15 comfortably. The home and property are tobacco free and pet free. Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. Relax and play in our second floor 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted ceiling, nine-foot pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. The expansive main level great room/ dining/ kitchen takes in vaulted views of both the Animas Valley in one direction and the brilliant red Missionary Ridge behind the house in the opposite direction.
Outdoors: Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge, cook and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. On the opposite side of the house off the kitchen, a roomy back deck and play area take advantage of red cliff views. Our location, CR 250, is the most popular biking byway through the valley. You are within 2-3 miles of the Bar D Chuckwagon and Western Stage Show; Dalton Ranch Golf Club and restaurant; an upscale shopping area and Trimble Hot Springs Spa. You are only ten minutes from the city of Durango to the south and all it has to offer; and about twenty minutes from Purgatory ski area and Durango Mountain Resort to the north.
First Floor: A large, airy great room (living/dining/kitchen) fills the entire center of the main level, with timber frame ceilings and striking views to the south (red cliffs) and north (Animas River, upper valley, Engineer Peak and more). The great room sitting area includes a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, gas log fireplace and flat-screen HDTV. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is convenient to the front living porch and the back deck. Two king master bedroom suites (one with gas log fireplace) flank either end of the main level, each with HDTV, private decks and gorgeous views. Two queen bedrooms and a shared bath complete the first floor, along with an attached two-car garage.
Second Floor: Relax and play in our 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted tongue-in groove ceiling, pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. Large windows on three sides frame wide-open outdoor scenes, in particular, the stunning red cliffs. The media area includes plush curved sofa, two barrel swivel chairs, Blu-Ray DVD player and I-Pad docking station. A separate queen sleeper sofa completes the furnishings.
A third king bedroom and connecting bath is situated off the game room. The combination bunk room and exercise room has a twin-over-full bunk bed and futon. A Vision Fitness treadmill and elliptical machine flank two vaulted windows with a spectacular vista of the upper Animas Valley, Engineer Mountain and the peaks beyond. Four can sleep comfortably in the bunk room, which has a wall-mounted HDTV and hallway access to the bath located on this level. An additional stacked laundry set is nearby.
WE DO NOT ACCOMMODATE SPECIAL EVENTS, WEDDINGS. ETC.
Animas Vista Lodge is located on County Road 250 in the Animas Valley, about eight miles north of Durango, Colorado. The 4,500 sq. ft. house has six bedrooms and four baths, spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and lots of living space for both family activities and privacy. The warm, Southwestern interior has beautiful, quality furnishings and sleeps 15 comfortably. The home and property are tobacco free and pet free. Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. Relax and play in our second floor 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted ceiling, nine-foot pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. The expansive main level great room/ dining/ kitchen takes in vaulted views of both the Animas Valley in one direction and the brilliant red Missionary Ridge behind the house in the opposite direction.
Outdoors: Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge, cook and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. On the opposite side of the house off the kitchen, a roomy back deck and play area take advantage of red cliff views. Our location, CR 250, is the most popular biking byway through the valley. You are within 2-3 miles of the Bar D Chuckwagon and Western Stage Show; Dalton Ranch Golf Club and restaurant; an upscale shopping area and Trimble Hot Springs Spa. You are only ten minutes from the city of Durango to the south and all it has to offer; and about twenty minutes from Purgatory ski area and Durango Mountain Resort to the north.
First Floor: A large, airy great room (living/dining/kitchen) fills the entire center of the main level, with timber frame ceilings and striking views to the south (red cliffs) and north (Animas River, upper valley, Engineer Peak and more). The great room sitting area includes a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, gas log fireplace and flat-screen HDTV. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is convenient to the front living porch and the back deck. Two king master bedroom suites (one with gas log fireplace) flank either end of the main level, each with HDTV, private decks and gorgeous views. Two queen bedrooms and a shared bath complete the first floor, along with an attached two-car garage.
Second Floor: Relax and play in our 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted tongue-in groove ceiling, pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. Large windows on three sides frame wide-open outdoor scenes, in particular, the stunning red cliffs. The media area includes plush curved sofa, two barrel swivel chairs, Blu-Ray DVD player and I-Pad docking station. A separate queen sleeper sofa completes the furnishings.
A third king bedroom and connecting bath is situated off the game room. The combination bunk room and exercise room has a twin-over-full bunk bed and futon. A Vision Fitness treadmill and elliptical machine flank two vaulted windows with a spectacular vista of the upper Animas Valley, Engineer Mountain and the peaks beyond. Four can sleep comfortably in the bunk room, which has a wall-mounted HDTV and hallway access to the bath located on this level. An additional stacked laundry set is nearby.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Dishware and cookware must be washed and stored.
Thermostats adjusted to 76 degrees in warm weather and 66 degrees in cool weather
Fans and kitchen appliances turned off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Durango
Located in Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas River, while Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider James Ranch and The Powerhouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Durango, CO
What's nearby
- Animas River - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Durango Hot Springs Spa - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
- Fort Lewis College - 15 min drive - 20.6 km
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 17 min drive - 22.8 km
- Purgatory Resort - 24 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- James Ranch Grill - 11 min drive
- Hermosa Creek Grill - 7 min drive
- Bar D Chuckwagon - 15 min walk
- Harvest Grill & Greens At James Ranch - 10 min drive
- Cuckoo's Waterin' Hole - 14 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
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10/10
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29 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenton K.
19 Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
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Merleta M.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacy W.
19 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing retreat for a large group
Stacy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jan H.
12 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in July

Jan H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
John C.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family holiday
John C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian D.
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain retreat
Brian D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenton K.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family house
Kenton K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacy W.
25 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
Stacy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian R.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Brian R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt J.
12 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVED OUR STAY
Matt J.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenton K.
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for a large family
Kenton K.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Todd P.
8 Sept 2025
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Todd P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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Shirley B.
13 Jun 2023
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Beautiful location
Shirley B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
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31 Oct 2024
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Amazing Stay
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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Les D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eugenio C.
6 Feb 2023
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Beautiful Property
Eugenio C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
L R.
29 Mar 2023
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Amazing spring break getaway!
L R.
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10/10 Excellent
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Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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26 Dec 2024
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Christmas destination gonna be homeless for about three hours
Tony M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Harry R.
17 Jun 2023
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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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27 Nov 2023
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Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
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