Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats
Durango, Colorado holds the beauty of a vanished world. It is the most tranquil place mixed with history, recreation, and unerasable memories. Our 2600+ square foot custom home on 20 acres is nestled in the mountains overlooking beautiful Columbine Lake. The brilliance of Engineer and Spud Mountain can be seen to the North, and to the East the Animas River which flows through the La Plata Mountains.
The home was created by the hands of a master with each window intricately creating a new view of the lake. Giant doors lead you onto a deck where you'll find a hot tub that you can soak in after your daily activities. At night the sky is so black, you'll feel like you're sitting under an umbrella of stars. The night is so peaceful you can hear the fish in the water. You'll be located at an elevation of 9000 feet somewhere in the vicinity of the gods. The interior is very comfortable with all luxurious amenities that will connect you back to the real world. Now that you've found the perfect place to visit, look no further for a place to stay.
You can walk out and fish for rainbow, brook and brown trout in the backyard. We have a boat you can take out to fish the lake. Boat agreement provided. It is a private lake so you won't see many others. Fishing gear available, you must use catch and release hooks. Summer is the busy season in Durango, you can ride the train, hike, bike, bobsled at the ski area across the street, horseback riding, gold panning or rest and read a book. We are 26 miles north of Durango. If you have any questions please feel free to call. Experience Durango, Colorado. **We do not allow private boats, kayaks, paddle boards, etc to protect the lake from zebra mussels. Please speak to owners about lake needs. “In the winter, a 4WD/AWD vehicle equipped with snow tires or chains is required in this area, please be prepared.” Colorado Sales Tax License # 01514172-0000 No PETS, $500.00 additional fee for pets found on premises. **Please note there are security cameras only outside the home to monitor the driveway, the master bedroom deck and path to the lake. Keywords: Luxury Custom Home
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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“Vehicles must have 4WD or AWD with Snow Tires, All Season Tires (with good tread), Chains during the winter months (Dec/March).
I have read and agree to the Boat Agreement, this serves as my electronic signature. All guests will wear life jackets in garage while in watercrafts.
This is a strictly NO PET house. Strict fines imposed.
Important information
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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
This property uses solar energy
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Durango
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango. Silverton Railroad Depot and Silverton Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 36 min drive - 51.8 km
Mercy Regional Medical Center - 44 min drive - 62.5 km
Getting around
Silverton Station - 36 min drive
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 89 min drive
Restaurants
Powder House - 28 min drive
Purgy's - 4 min drive
The Nugget (Bar) - 7 min walk
The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - 4 min drive
Dante's - 34 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cabin on Lake Purgatory across from Purgatory Ski Area - Specials Now pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats?
As of 11 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats on 13 Apr, 2026 start from S$446, 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 at Cabin on Lake Purgatory across from Purgatory Ski Area - Specials Now?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cabin on Lake Purgatory across from Purgatory Ski Area - Specials Now?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cabin on Lake Purgatory across from Purgatory Ski Area - Specials Now?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Cabin on Lake Purgatory across from Purgatory Ski Area - Specials Now located?
Located in Columbine Lake, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Purgatory Resort and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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This was our 3rd year here and just love it. Quiet, gorgeous views just an interesting place. Cupboards full of incidentals if you forgot a small item. Lots of cutlery and cooking items. Running out of different places to eat at in Durango. lol. & after trying 4 diff pizza places haven’t found one that was more than meh. Would love to have a tv in the 2nd bedroom on 1st floor.
Dawn G.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We will consider a TV for that room. We are glad you enjoy staying with us.
Wonderful place to spend time. The views from all over the house are spectacular. Im partial to the back deck, the kitchen and the heated bathroom floors!
jeff j.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2025
Thanks Jeff! We appreciate you choosing us for your skiing adventure.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the "lodge"! The hosts and caretaker were very welcoming and helpful. The log home is absolutely beautiful, and it provided everything we needed to enjoy a wonderful vacation with our family. The large kitchen was a big plus... We had enough room for everyone to help with the cooking! We enjoyed fishing on the lake, dips in the hot tub and taking walks that provided amazing views! We definitely recommend this house and hope to come back next year.
Margaret L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2025
We are happy you enjoyed your stay and the natural beauty of the area. Look forward to your future stay.
Our stay at this property was outstanding! The hosts were amazing and Joe went above and beyond to help us get settled and answer every question that we had. We came in after dark the first night and our Maps app was having difficulty locating the house based on the address (it directed us to the beginning of the property line, rather than to where the actual house is situated). Joe contacted us immediately and kindly talked us through clear directions to the house, entry procedures, and everything we needed to know to get settled quickly. The house was such a great setup for our family. My kids really enjoyed the loft area and found the pull out sofa to be far more comfortable than expected (since the ones found in hotels are never the coveted bed choice). We had everything we needed during our stay--plenty of towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, shampoo/conditioner/body wash, etc. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cookware too. The fireplace provided such a cozy ambiance for the cabin, and the heated floors in the bathrooms were a fabulous bonus too!We skied at Purgatory during our stay and it was great being located so close to the resort. It took only a few minutes from leaving the house to parking at the resort. Just as the listing photos indicate, the views from the VRBO are just breathtaking! We are very much looking forward to returning to this property again, during both the summer and winter months. Thanks again for everything Joe and Marcia!!
Audra B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2026
We are happy you enjoyed the area and the house. We have contacted Google Maps multiple times to change location of the house. A call is always welcome and a nice way to meet you. We will put driving directions in an arrival email. Thanks for the feedback!
What a wonderful house right on the lake to enjoy either during the summer or the winter. Highly recommend this place. The place was so well kept and stocked with everything you could possibly think of.
We loved our stay at this cabin! Lots of room to spread out and very close to Purgatory for skiing. This was our second stay here, and I’m a little sad that it is already fully booked in July or we would come back this summer. Thank you for another fantastic stay!
We utilized this mountain home in the summer to be close to some of the San Juan mountain bike trails and nice and cool temps, away from the warmer weather and business of Durango. The home was quite accommodating four our group of four. A large kitchen with an incredible view of the lake convinced us to eat most of our meals in. Also, we were delighted to find a couple of fun restaurants nearby, as well as a convenience store to refresh some supplies. In the evenings we often sat on the deck or relaxed in the comfort of the hot tub. The home was clean and spacious, and the owners were in contact with us to make sure everything was great, and it was! A delightful stay that went by all too fast.
Mark S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2025
Mark
We are glad we lived up to your expectations. It truly is a place to relax and unplug. Nature abounds.
Marcia
Our family had the best time… the views are incredible, and the house is so thoughtfully appointed! We really enjoyed spending time on the deck and soaking in the hot tub after skiing just across the way! We will definitely be back!
The property was stunning! The house and owners/managers were very accommodating. It was stocked with a lot more than most places we’ve stayed and we couldn’t have asked for a better place for our ski trip! Loved every minute of our stay!
Traci V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2025
Traci,
Thanks for choosing us. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Marcia
The house was bigger and better than we thought, very close to Purgatory ski resort less than 5 min from it, balcony with amazing lake view and Jacuzzi , I recommended 100% and I would like to use it again
Guillermo M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb, 2025
Guillermo
We are happy you were surprised with your choice. Please come back again.
Marcia
Wonderful location on private lake! Great views, fishing and access to towns of Durango, Silverton and Ouray. Would definitely consider staying there again!
Paula M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2024
Paula,
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again.
Marcia
We enjoyed this house so much! So much to do close by and a great place to just relax! The owners were absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing your home!
Second time staying at this beautiful place, as always the owners and caretaker are there if you need anything.Will def return next year for our ski/snowboarding trip.Thanks again for your hospitality.
Original fixer uppers, who found this unique location to build a tranquil home. You will enjoy a home where photos do not do it justice. Relaxing in the beautiful atmosphere of Lake Purgatory is spellbinding. We joined vrbo in 1998, our listing #1046 shows longevity. We have been sharing our home to many return guests who treat it as their own.
Why they chose this property
Create family memories in an open atmosphere, family friendly and nature abounds out the windows on the lake. You will see beavers, catch and release assorted trout, see osprey, maybe even an eagle.
What makes this property unique
Professional photographers have been unable to capture the natural beauty of the home and views from all the windows. Walk out and fish (catch and release) in the backyard
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests