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Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg

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A modern house with a stone chimney, large windows, and a deck with outdoor furniture.
A spacious kitchen with dark wooden beams, a large island, and a dining area with white chairs and a wooden table.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the mountains.
A lodge with a lake view, surrounded by forested mountains.
A deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking a forested area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Lake of the Pines
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg

NOTE: 4WD/AWD required in winter with snow tires (Thanksgiving through late March). Chains can be rented in the neighborhood for $30/day.

Our 3,800 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, home is perched above Columbine Lake and boasts mountain views throughout the home. The home sits adjacent to the San Juan National Forest and was completely remodeled in 2022.

Only 2 miles from Purgatory Ski Resort and 25 miles from historic downtown Durango, this home offers forested seclusion and mountain views from almost every window. Enjoy a well appointed gourmet kitchen and comfortable living area with a wood burning fireplace and floor to ceiling windows. The home is perfect for multiple families as it features 3 separate living areas as well as a great bunk room which is the perfect space for the kids to hang out. The home is equipped with super fast Starlink WiFi and YouTube TV (and you can of course access your streaming account as well). Relax and take in the unparalleled views from the large deck plenty of seating, an outdoor dining table and a BBQ grill. The home also features a custom set of lockers with a boot/glove dryer. There is an AC Unit in the master bedroom for those occasional warm summer days.

Bed Configuration (All bedrooms have TVs):
Master - King (2nd Floor)
2nd Master - King (Main Level)
3rd Bedroom- Queen (Level)
4th Bedroom 2 Sets of Bunk Beds (Queen and Twins)

The home is NOT pet friendly. Please do not bring pets.

**the grill is not available during the winter**

Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.

–About Your Host–

At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we're a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3061972vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Durango

Located in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Lake of the Pines and Animas River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include James Ranch and Silverton Railroad Depot. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Lake of the Pines - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 32 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 44 min drive - 50.7 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 45 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 34 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nugget (Bar) - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Purgy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Backcountry Gourmet - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Modern Mountain Home w/ Amazing Lake & Mountain Views. 2 Miles to Purg located?

Located in Columbine Lake, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Purgatory Resort and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Cliffs at Tamarron are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th Anniversary celebration Vacation

Spacious, clean house! Beautiful views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2025
Hi Esther, Thank you for mentioning that the property was clean and spacious with gorgeous views. Your feedback is invaluable to us and we are honored to call you our guest! We look forward to hosting you again for another memorable stay! Kind regards, -Holly
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6/10 Okay

VRBO Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hot water in house was a hit or miss every day. The grill kept flaring up when trying to cook on it.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the issues you experienced with the hot water and the grill—it’s certainly not the experience we want our guests to have. We have addressed these with our maintenance team so future stays are smooth and worry-free. We appreciate you letting us know, and we hope you were still able to enjoy your time at the property despite these challenges.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking Home

Everything about this property was great…location, views, cleanliness, and beautifully decorated interior.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
We are so happy to hear that you thought our rental home was Breathtaking. This is always our expectation for every guest! We hope to see you back again in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Home

This home was absolutely stunning and extremely clean! It had every amenity we needed. We couldn’t get enough of the beautiful views. Every room captured amazing views. We will definitely stay here on our next visit to Durango.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
Steven and his guests were fantastic, we hope to host him again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home, great location!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective. :) It was a pleasure to host you and we hope you come stay with us again soon!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Columbine

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Do not rent this property in the summer no air conditioning
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2024
Hi George, Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for any discomfort you experienced due to lack of air conditioning. We understand how important a cool and comfortable environment is, especially during the summer months. It is standard operating procedure for small Colorado towns to not have air conditioning as we are only warm for the daytime of the summer months. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will consider ways to improve the cooling options for our guests. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope you will consider staying with us again in the future under more comfortable conditions. -Kindly, -Holly
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Property near Purgatory Resort - Easy access to Skiing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very pleased with our rental experience when we stayed for Spring Break. The home is recently renovated and came with quality finishes and furnishings. The booking process was seamless and the communication was easy. Our needs were met every step of the way. This is definitely a property that we will book again for our next trip to Durango / Purgatory.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2024
A seamless booking process and easy communication certainly contribute to a stress-free experience, so I'm glad to hear that we met your needs every step of the way. It's wonderful to know that you're already considering booking this property again for your next trip to Durango / Purgatory. Returning to a place where you've had such a positive experience can truly enhance future vacations. If there's anything else you need or any special requests you have for your next stay, please don't hesitate to reach out. Here's to many more memorable trips to come, Chad! -Mackey
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Breathtaking Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was very well appointed and nestled in the heart of the San Juans. Very close to hiking, mountain biking, and both XC and downhill skiing trails. The kitchen had everything one would need and the atmosphere was homey and relaxing. We regretted not having more time to enjoy the views and comfort of this well thought out home.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here with Vacation Rental Collective! We hope to see you back again in the near future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous, luxurious mountainside retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this house so much we changed our itinerary and booked another 4 nights to end our Colorado trip. This is the second Durango Collection home we’ve rented and both have exceeded our expectations. The house is even grander and more spacious than in the photos. The wraparound balcony offers incredible views day and night. For a summer stay, being above Durango means significantly cooler temps. You’ve got easy access to Durango, Silverton, and many wonderful hikes. The kitchen is incredible if you want to do any cooking. Also the Durango Collection team is so responsive and friendly.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here with Vacation Rental Collective! We hope to see you back again in the near future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome House!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is in great shape! The house was very clean and well maintained. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. There was an ample supply of toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags. A lot of rentals do you supply you with enough of these essential items. The house has a beautiful view of the mountains. We went in the summer so we sat outside in the evenings. If you went during the winter, there is a sun room that would have been nice to relax in. The proximity to Purgatory is great if you want to be close to the ski resort. We would definitely return to this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thank you for staying with us, and for completing a review! We were happy to host you and your group and are glad you had an enjoyable time and found our services helpful. We are happy to hear that you found the property spotless and well stocked, as well! We look forward to having you stay with Durango Vacation Rental Collective again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simply the best

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved 83 Ridge so much that we canceled plans to stay in Aspen so we could spend another 4 nights here. We felt like we were living in architectural digest. We love all the indoor sitting spaces. The house has been designed to create so many unique relationships between indoors and out. The wraparound deck offers incredible views during the day and stargazing at night. We loved just watching the light change on the lake throughout the day. One night we sat for a half hour listening to a male and female great horned owl hoot to each other. There was a heat wave during part of our stay, and we greatly appreciated that temps at the house were 10-20 degrees cooler than downtown Durango. The house was comfortable day and night. We are planning a return visit next fall.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here with Vacation Rental Collective! We hope to see you back again in the near future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heavenly Purgatory Ski Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is beautifully furnished with attention to every detail for a wonderful vacation. The entry with storage cabinets for ski equipment was perfect. We loved the heated floors, steam shower and all of the windows in the master bathroom.The master bedroom was absolutely perfect with a fireplace, two oversized sitting area chairs, the very comfortable king bed, the vaulted ceiling and all of the amazing views. The 3 additional bedrooms and 2.5 baths were well appointed and comfortable. The large living area with a woodburning fireplace along with two other separate living areas created extra space for multiple families. The library/tv room is beautifully dark and cozy with a fireplace and the other living space is off of the kitchen with amazing nature views. Both extra living areas have doors to create more privacy and lots of comfortable seating. Great for large families! The kitchen was well stocked and right in the middle of all the action of the living room and dining room with a huge island. The outside has a huge deck with amazing views and a grand entrance. The driveway is extra steep so it was a challenge for our 4x4 vehicles to navigate the icy climb. Chains can be rented in the neighborhood when needed. The rental company VCR was very responsive to our questions. The ski resort is very close and Durango is about 30 mts away. This home would be perfect in the winter or summer. I would highly recommend this luxury home!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective, and found this property to be so perfect for you and your group. :) It was a pleasure to host you and we hope you come stay with us again soon! -Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2025
Thank you for staying with us, and for completing a review! We were happy to host you and your group. We are so glad to hear that you had an amazing stay. We look forward to having you stay with Vacation Rental Collective again in the future!

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