6/10 Okay
Susan D.
10 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice home, but may not be for everyone
Susan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Entire home
FAMILY REUNIONS in Beautiful Mountain Lodge!
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Reviews
8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Durango, CO
- Animas River Trail11 min drive
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad12 min drive
- Fort Lewis College14 min drive
- Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Buffalo Rm.
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
Sunrise Rm.
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom off Master bedrm.
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
FAMILY REUNIONS in Beautiful Mountain Lodge!
Big Savings over hotels!! Come relax in our mountain lodge home available when we are OOT. This is NOT a rental but our lived-in year-round home on back edge of a subdivision w/beautiful views of LaPlata mountains nestled in tall pines with 35 private acres to roam. The lodge is just 10 mins. west from downtown Durango, 35mins. from Mesa Verde National Park, 40 mins. from 'Purgatory' ski area. The main and upper floors are available for rental with private entrance from the deck. The house has charming vintage lodge atmosphere with artwork from around the world, family photos. Artfully decorated in mostly Southwestern decor. Living room focal points are a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and a log sofa with water buffalo hide cushions. The dining room has an heirloom French Provincial dining set. Master bedroom/bath is on the main floor with kitchen, dining room, and living room; two big bedrooms upstairs with full bath and walk-in closets. Total beds: 2 Queens, 1 King, 1 Bunk so it sleeps up to 8 with extra floor mats available for kids. There is wall-to-wall carpeting throughout the house, dishwasher, W/D, TV/DVD, plentiful bed, bath linens & kitchenware. Also BBQ grill and picnic set on the deck.
Relax on the deck to view the stars, the surrounding hills and La Plata peaks. Take an after dinner walk down the hill to a sweet little meadow and easy trails. For more vigorous adventures hike the miles of mountain trails in national forest lands, go for a horse ride at one of the stables, raft or fish the Animas River, ski Durango Mountain Resort (Purgatory), take the Narrow Gauge Railway to Silverton or stroll down Main St. with its art galleries, clothing stores and various ethnic restaurants. Whether you take it slow or ride 'em cowboy there's always something to delight you in Durango.
PLEASE READ >> IMPORTANT NOTES TO POTENTIAL GUESTS
* A ground floor apartment (with its own entrance thru the garage) is occupied by quiet year-round tenant. Guests occupy the main 2 floors of the lodge with the main entry on the wrap-around deck.
* NO SMOKING: SECURITY DEPOSIT FORFEITED if the smell of smoke is found in lodge or butts on property.
PAYMENTS: We do NOT accept more than the amount due and NEVER send refunds for any over-payment to anyone. If you are paying by credit card, we will only make refunds to the original credit card used.
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Relax on the deck to view the stars, the surrounding hills and La Plata peaks. Take an after dinner walk down the hill to a sweet little meadow and easy trails. For more vigorous adventures hike the miles of mountain trails in national forest lands, go for a horse ride at one of the stables, raft or fish the Animas River, ski Durango Mountain Resort (Purgatory), take the Narrow Gauge Railway to Silverton or stroll down Main St. with its art galleries, clothing stores and various ethnic restaurants. Whether you take it slow or ride 'em cowboy there's always something to delight you in Durango.
PLEASE READ >> IMPORTANT NOTES TO POTENTIAL GUESTS
* A ground floor apartment (with its own entrance thru the garage) is occupied by quiet year-round tenant. Guests occupy the main 2 floors of the lodge with the main entry on the wrap-around deck.
* NO SMOKING: SECURITY DEPOSIT FORFEITED if the smell of smoke is found in lodge or butts on property.
PAYMENTS: We do NOT accept more than the amount due and NEVER send refunds for any over-payment to anyone. If you are paying by credit card, we will only make refunds to the original credit card used.
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Property manager
Florence Gaia
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional damage deposit of $200 (refundable)
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Durango
Located in Durango West, a neighbourhood in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Twin Buttes, while Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center are cultural highlights. Historic Tram Park and Durango Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Durango, CO
What's nearby
- San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
- Animas River Trail - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
- Durango Area Tourism Office - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
- Fort Lewis College - 14 min drive - 16.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Denny's - 10 min drive
- Applebee's - 11 min drive
- Oscar's Cafe - 11 min drive
- Animas River Beer Garden & Lounge - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
8.4/10
Location
7.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Renee K.
26 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family trip
Renee K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gary B.
7 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Wonderland
Gary B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dwight C.
3 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Retreat
Dwight C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
2/10 Terrible
Robert m.
28 Jun 2021
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Terrible experience
Robert m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tim R., Celina, TX
3 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Vacation
Tim R.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Barbara B.
10 Aug 2017
Good
Barbara B.
About the host
Hosted by Florence Gaia
I'm a enthusiastic transplant from MA. Born and raised in Rutherford, NJ just across from "the City", spent 30 yrs in MA happily living in Lexington and Plum Island, Newburyport in a beach house but the wild beauty of the Rocky Mtns of Colorado always called to me and I finally found my dream home here in Durango. Went to college @ Seton Hall University and Boston College. I'm happy to share my home when I'm OOT vwith guests who appreciate and love the mountains as I do.
What makes this property unique
This is the perfect lodge for family reunions (sleeps 8) or quiet couple/family vacations. You have the beauty of the LaPlata mountains, whispering breezes through ponderosa pines, birds singing, an occasional deer or coyote wandering through the yard. Yet only 10 mins. from downtown Durango allowing an easy trip for groceries, restaurants, movies, fishing or shopping.
Languages:
English
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