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Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck

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Exterior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango Area Tourism Office
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck

With the Purple Juniper as your home base in Durango, you will be able to park your car and walk everywhere in town. Walk four blocks and arrive at the heart of downtown with its restaurants, cafes, shops and the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

The Purple Juniper is an intimate and inviting half-duplex facing a quiet, sunny neighborhood street. It is cozy with an open floor plan and updated bathroom and kitchen. The kitchen and living room are connected by a granite island with three seats. Additional dining seating in warmer months is a four-seat table on the front deck. The bedrooms have a queen bed in one room and two twins in the second room. All beds are solid, plush and comfortable. A good night's sleep is key! Evaporative cooling in the Summer additionally provides for restful nights.

In addition to Main Avenue and downtown, walk several blocks to the Nature Trail and Sky Steps. The neighborhood is pedestrian and dog-friendly, and the block on which the Purple Juniper resides is especially quiet and peaceful.

Guests are welcome to bring two pups, provided they stay off of furniture and aren't big barkers. No cats (sorry). Note that immediately after booking, you will receive a brief rental agreement to review and sign with basic items such as no parties or events and pet authorization if applicable.

Two things to consider in deciding whether this home is ideal for your family. First, it is a cozy space with 650 SF total. Second, the Purple Juniper does not have a yard. The other half of the duplex, which is a monthly rental, has a yard, but it is dedicated to that other other half. Likewise, the Purple Juniper has dedicated use of the front deck. This allows for privacy and ease for each of the homes. It means as well, however, that staying at the Purple Juniper with pups involves taking them out for walks, not an unpleasant task in the pedestrian-friendly neighborhood, but worth considering.

Permit info: CUP 12-06; 01484
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Minimal barking so as not to disturb other half of
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum one pet unless a second pet is approved with additional fee.
25 years of age is required to rent.
No parties or events. Maximum 4 guests at Purple Juniper and 5 guests at Highland Sage

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Durango

Durango is home to this vacation home. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Powerhouse and Historic Tram Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Animas River Trail - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 10 min walk
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lone spur cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Esoterra Ciderworks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rupert's Durango - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck on Jun 24, 2026 start from $313, 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 Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Deck located?

Situated in Durango, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Durango Arts Center and Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Durango Area Tourism Office and Sorrel Sky Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 233 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this charming duplex in the heart of town. Everything felt within easy reach - morning coffee, great restaurants, shops, entertainment, and even scenic trails just a short walk away. The location made it easy to enjoy Durango, with the resort only about 20–25 minutes away. The property manager was incredibly responsive and attentive, making sure our stay was seamless. We would happily stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barrett L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was extremely attentive and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good stay, wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everthing was great. Host was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful, easy stay at the Purple Juniper! The location was great and we could walk to Main St. The house had everything we needed and Victoria was super easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alden D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and the location is perfect! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luke D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had an excellent stay at the Purple Juniper. The host was on it - proactively reaching out to make sure that we were all set up for our stay. The unit was welcoming, well stocked and in an awesome location. Everything was a short bike ride or walk away!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PJ O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host, Victoria went above and beyond to make sure our Halloween getaway went smoothly. The cleanliness of the space was impeccable and fully stocked. You can't beat the location, walkable to all of Downtown Durango's hotspots and also the Animas River Trail. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect. Quiet street with easy access to FLC and walking distance to downtown. Cute and charming duplex.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Purple Juniper was perfect for our stay in Durango. Walking distance to downtown, parking was easy, in a very quiet neighborhood. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Window O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable. Easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslee F.

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

Wonderful Stay!

This was the perfect place to come back to after all of our adventures on this trip! Everything we needed was there and we loved being able to walk around since we were so close to so much! I would recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Purple Juniper was a perfect place for us to stay, and we hope to be back! The property is just as described online. The neighborhood is really nice, very quiet at night, and a great place to go for walks with out dog. We enjoyed being able to walk into town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Purple Juniper was in a great location. Nice and quiet street within walking distance to Main Street with all the restaurants etc The unit was clean and very comfortable! Had all we needed. Communication with Victoria, the owner, outstanding. The Best we’ve experienced with VRBO rental. Durango a great town with a lot to experience, wished we stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

Great stay!

Cute place, great location, would love to stay again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Wonderful place with great location!

Perfect spot for a Durango stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole B.

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

Great location, great hospitality!

A wonderful stay … the place was exceptionally clean, well-located, and had everything we needed. The host was very responsive and provided great local recommendations. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mac G.

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

Great weekend getaway

This is a cozy spot to walk to local restaurants and also to a couple local hikes
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

GREAT LOCATION!!!

Easy walking distance to downtown shops, restaurants, train station, and more. Extremely responsive host. Loved our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

Could live here!

Very cute remodel of an older home! Nice neighborhood and close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Perfect stay in Durango

Juniper House was the perfect spot for us for a long weekend in Durango. We could easily walk into town, the nature hike, or coffee. It is in a wonderful neighborhood. The house was just as shown, very clean and comfortable, and well stocked. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marla e.

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

Great place

Repeat customers, love the place, location and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Victoria Schmitt

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Served in Cameroun, West Africa with the Peace Corps a few decades ago. Returned to wait tables, drive buses and ultimately earned a degree in civil engineering. I moved to Durango in 2005 and worked as Professional Engineer for the county, having the opportunity to learn a lot about the area and work with great people. I chased Buddhism for a long while, having great adventures in the US and abroad, and ultimately found truth in the salvation offered by Jesus Christ. I have the opportunity to share the gospel with those in jails and recovery centers, and continually learn from the women I get to meet. Otherwise, I am learning to garden and enjoying for the first time a flock of chickens, who are so much fun! I love reading and learning and walking pretty much anywhere, even including all around cities on the rare occasions I find myself there.

Why they chose this property

I love that this duplex is right downtown where guests can park and walk everywhere. While many may drive out for adventures during the day, they can park at night and walk to Main Ave. Others choose to just leave the car completely and walk everywhere - such a great way to decompress and so relaxing. I love that while the home is so central, it also has a quiet, peaceful feel.

Sitting out on the front deck in the Summer with the trees all around feels both connected and secluded. I like that people can come and find all the essentials in a clean, fresh home and completely relax into their time away.

What makes this property unique

Ideal location. Five-minute walk to the heart of downtown restaurants, shops and historic train. Wonderful front patio overlooking a pedestrian-friendly street. In addition to downtown, the Nature Trail and Sky Steps up to Fort Lewis College are just a few blocks away. The Purple Juniper is an easy launch spot for everything in town and a peaceful place to which to return and relax.

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