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New Listing! Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck

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Come on in! Deer Ridge Cabin is tucked away on 2 private acres
Gorgeous floor to ceiling windows in the living room
Spacious deck with seating
Whip up your favorite meals in this beautifully designed kitchen
Lake Simpatico in Forest Lakes

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82363 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bayfield, CO
  • Vallecito Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Lemon Reservoir
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Other Space 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Other Space 3

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

New Listing! Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck

Welcome to Deer Ridge Cabin — Your Mountain Retreat in the Heart of Nature! Nestled on two private acres of forested land, Deer Ridge Cabin offers direct access to scenic BLM hiking trails right from your backyard. Tucked in a peaceful, private neighborhood near Lake Simpatico, you’ll find the perfect spot for paddleboarding, fishing (no license required), and lakeside picnics. Just 15 minutes away, explore the waters of Vallecito Lake and Lemon Reservoir for even more outdoor fun. Bring your dog with you, too! As the sun sets, Bayfield’s designation as a “dark skies” community turns the front deck into your own personal observatory — ideal for stargazing under a canopy of stars.

–Where You’ll Sleep–
•Bedroom 1 - Master Bedroom - King Bed with TV
•Bedroom 2- Main Floor Bedroom - King Bed
•Bedroom 3 - Lower Level Common Space - 2 Twin Beds
•Additional Sleeping Areas - Queen Sleeper Sofa (Living Room), Twin Day Bed (Loft), Queen Sleeper Sofa (Basement)

–Amenities You’ll Love–
•A fully equipped kitchen with sleek stainless steel appliances
•Cozy living and family rooms, each featuring an electric fireplace and smart TV
•Three spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms
•A large deck with grill and plenty of seating for al fresco dining
•Convenient washer and dryer for your use

–Location–
•The Forest Lakes community is 8 miles North of Bayfield, and 8 miles South of Lake Vallecito Recreation Area. Forest Lakes also has a playground and neighborhood lake for fishing - Lake Simpatico - with a walking trail around the lake.
•This home is approximately 20 miles from downtown Durango, 15 miles from Sky Ute Casino, and 50 miles from Pagosa Springs. There is plenty of dining, unique shops, and outdoor recreation in the surrounding area.

–Logistics–
•This home is pet friendly! We allow up to 2 dogs. The pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay). Pets must be crated if they are left home alone.
•There is a portable AC unit in this home. Temperatures inside the property are also easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.
•The main door is access up an exterior flight of stairs.
•This cabin is rented from mid-April thru mid-October and is closed for the winter months

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).
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.

Cancellation Policy: If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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.

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Forest Lakes, a neighbourhood in Bayfield, this holiday home is in a rural area. Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum and Animas Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Chimney Rock National Monument. Eagle Park and Ute Park are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Lake SImpatico Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Vallecito Lake - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Lemon Reservoir - 23 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 39 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 40 min drive - 48.4 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 36 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mini Merc Store - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Merchant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pura Vida Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vallecito Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New Listing! Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New Listing! Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Listing! Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New Listing! Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck located?

Located in Forest Lakes, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Lake SImpatico Trailhead and within 9 miles (15 km) of Los Pinos River and North Oak Park. Vallecito Lake and Lavenia McCoy Public Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johanna A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property and location was great. Manager was responsive and helpful. Cleaners neglected to clean the dog hair from the cabin. The manager was apologetic and did give them a very small amount of money back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin had everything we were looking for. The gate on the wrap around deck was a huge plus with our dog and small child. The area was quiet and beautiful. Loved all the windows and doors we could open to the outside fresh air. The furniture, sheets, towels were all comfortable. We had access to an empty pantry and big closes. I think the mattresses were new, the king mattresses were extra firm so we did have a bit of a hard time sleeping on them. 100% would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Great vacation rental 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: Very clean, loved the wrap around decks with gates to keep my dog in. Beautiful view. Stocked with all the necessities. Thanks 👍

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