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3-story house with decks overlooking the lake. Great for a reunion or getaway!

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Enjoy outdoor seating, shade umbrellas, BBQ grill and lake breezes.
BBQ grill with 4 flame rows, top shelf and side burner for stove top cooking.
Living room with 3 couches, smart TV, 3 breezy lake view windows & ceiling fans
Upstairs hall bedroom with king bed, desk, south window and ceiling fan.
Front bedroom- queen, balcony, walk-in closet, sink & mirror, door to bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vallecito/Bayfield, CO
  • Place, Vallecito Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Living Room 3

1 Single Futon

Living Room one step up from entry level

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Lower Level

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Upstairs dining area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Hall Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Entry-level Bathroom

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

Master Lower Level Bathroom

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

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

3-story house with decks overlooking the lake. Great for a reunion or getaway!

Welcome to our vacation home! Enjoy refreshing breezes and beautiful views of the lake from every level. You have plenty of rooms and outdoor space to gather and to find privacy.
Relax on the main deck with seating for ten and BBQ grill.
Enjoy a movie from any of the smart TVs.
You have two King bedrooms, one queen bedroom, two fold-out couches, two double futon beds and a Pack-n-Play crib.

Whether you dine upstairs with cathedral ceiling or on the main deck, two dishwashers make for a smooth clean up.

You have three full bathrooms-one has a tub, one has a lake view from the shower!

We welcome people of all backgrounds.

From upstairs, you see the gravel road, your ten minute walk to Vallecito Marina. You can rent a variety of boats with life-vests and fishing gear.

A few minutes drive up the lake, there are markets and restaurants. You are close to hiking and horse trails, following active creeks all around Vallecito.

Here are reviews before joining VRBO:

"This is a very comfortable property in an excellent location with three stories of fantastic views over beautiful Vallecito Lake and surrounding mountains. We couldn't have asked for a better family retreat with nearby access to boating, hiking, and good food. Cool breezes through open windows even in the height of summer made for some excellent sleeping, and two living areas and multiple decks offered several comfortable spots for relaxing with books, games, and movies. We didn't end up cooking much, but the main kitchen was very well stocked and even the outdoor grill came with an excellent view. We were in the area for a wedding, and the hosts anticipated all our needs including setting up two irons and ironing boards. They were also very quick to answer texts and even mailed us a computer charger that we accidentally left behind. Long story short, we will definitely be back when we have a chance to be in Colorado again. Great vacation, highly recommended place and hosts."
Ray Cashman

“The lake house is such a special place. Vallecito is a stunning rare gem in Colorado, with trees all around and the mountainside striking up from the water. We came with our two little kids, ages 3 and 15 mos. We ate every meal out on the massive deck. The house stayed very cool and breezy which was perfect. Views out every window. We brought our bikes and biked around to the other side of the lake. We’ve traveled all around CO and lived in the Denver area for 6 years. Vallecito is very unique and magical. Don and Emma have infused their radiance into every inch of this lakeside retreat. Bring the family, bring friends, prepare to surrender to the lake effect of deep relaxation. "
Moriah Connolly

"This is the perfect retreat for a family reunion, or any get away. The views are amazing. The sunrise over the lake is unforgettable. When our friends saw pictures of our stay there, they asked, "Why did you come home?" The area is peaceful, yet so much to do- cycling, hiking or just walking around is a treat. We found friendly restaurants, and grocery stores in the immediate area. Anyone will find Bayfield or Durango great day trips. The honey store is a must. The lake house itself is very comfortable with lots of room to spread out."
Marie Ritucci

"My adult children and I had a wonderful weekend at the lake house. My girls were thrilled by the property. They were pleasantly surprised by the multi-level house with large windows on every floor. A treat both for the views and all the natural light. We enjoyed cooking our meals together in the well-equipped kitchen. We brought our kayaks and hiking shoes and thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area. There are very nice hiking trails close by and a boat ramp, right down the street. I look forward to returning this summer."
Erika Partridge

"I stayed at the lake house, this past October. It was "heaven on earth." Felt completely safe and secure. I love to take pictures, and the views from the house to the lake and around are beautiful. The scenery on the drive up was amazing, so many different shades of fall colors. The big kitchen had everything I needed. I was cozy warm with the fireplace and comfy bed. It was full moon that weekend, which was an extra treat. Don and Emma are caring and trustworthy. They want anyone that visits their lake house to feel like you are at home...and I did...Enjoy!"
Anne Schroeder
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About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Chimney Rock National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River. Travelling with kids? Consider Eagle Park and James Ranch. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Vallecito/Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Animas River - 33 min drive - 42.2 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 34 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 36 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 56 min drive - 70.4 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weminuche Woodfire Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lake House Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Virginia's Lodge and Cabins - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vallecito Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always love staying here! The owners are the absolute best! They are always concerned that we have everything we need! The house is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay H.

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

Great place to stay!

We had a lot of fun! The pontoon boat and fishing were incredible, with several rainbow trout caught for dinner! Train ride to Silverton was a lot of fun and the girls went horseback riding while the guys went zip lining. Highly recommend this house for its location and setup!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2022
Thanks so much Kay! Finally saw your review. Glad to hear that everyone had a good time. Emma & Don
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

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

Great View

Emma is a great host. The house is spacious enough for our family of 11. We enjoyed our stay everyday surrounded by mountain, lake, forest...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2022
Thanks for your nice review Simon! Glad you enjoyed it. Emma & Don
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh K.

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

Lake Time

We had a great couple of days celebraring birthdays and boating on the lake. Great space to come back to after a day on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2022
Glad you were comfortable. Thanks for your review, Ashleigh!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
My family & I enjoyed this beautiful cabin. Lake views throughout the house. Plenty of space for all. Emma was very helpful.Parking was a bit difficult for us with our boat trailer & UTV trailer. There also is no outdoor yard space for kids play or bicycles but there is a large outdoor balcony that is wonderful to sit outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Great lake view

My family and friends had a really good time at Emma and Doug’s place. It has lots of space and wonderful views of the lake. The interior is not fancy, but there is everything you need, including a well-stocked kitchen and nice bath products. I recommend it highly. Hosts were helpful and communicated clearly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2022
Thanks for your kind review Susan. Glad you had a good stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Fantasic gathering places, views, and location!

We were there with our adult kids for some memory making time. This home did not disappoint. The kitchen table was large enough for games, along with two sofas close by, so conversations could be had by all easily. It was all also open for food prep time. The deck has a great view, afternoon shade, and also plenty of room for all to gather. We were also walking distance to the marina, which had ample rental availability when we were there. The brochure at the house of the trails offered complete discriptions and helped us narrow down our top picks, as All Trails can sometimes be too much information. Great communication with Emma as well. Thanks!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Wonderful Rental!

It was a lovely house! The host was so very concerned with making our stay the very best! A great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Super clean home

My family and I stayed at this place and we were amazed on how clean this place is. Whoever does the cleaning should get a bonus. Thay had everything we needed and more. We are definitely staying here again. Communication with owners was also great, they answered all my questions. Great location as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

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

A Big House for a Big Group!

This property was perfect for our family group of 13. Lots of beds, lots of bathrooms, and two kitchens! This was a perfect base for exploring the Durango area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Beautiful

Obviously the location in wonderful and Emma and Dons home fit perfectly for our group. Would recommend to anyone that needed accommodations for a larger gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2022
Thanks so much Tim! Glad to hear that everyone had a good time. Emma & Don
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