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The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views

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Living Area with Views, Fireplace, Smart TV with DirecTV service
Living Area Looking Into Kitchen
Tamarron Lodge with Golf and Pool Amenities
Pool
Golf Carts

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Durango, Colorado
  • Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Purgatory Resort
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Other Space 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views

Unwind in comfort and style at The Blue Engineer, one of the largest and most inviting condos in the Lodge at Tamarron Resort (Lodge Suite #515). Nestled on the top floor and north end of the Lodge building—same building with the heated pool, hot tub, and fitness center—this spacious mountain retreat offers stunning views of iconic Engineer Mountain.

This beautifully appointed 2-bedroom + loft, 2-bath condo blends mountain charm with modern convenience. The full kitchen is stocked with all the appliances and cookware you need to feel right at home. Gather in the cozy living area, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping mountain vistas and an electric fireplace adds a touch of warmth to chilly evenings.

The main level features two comfortable bedrooms: a serene King suite with breathtaking views of Engineer Mountain, and a welcoming Double bedroom perfect for guests or kids. Upstairs, a charming loft with two Twin beds provides a cozy nook for younger travelers or extra friends. Additional amenities include a washer/dryer and high-speed Wi-Fi (100+ Mbps), making this retreat as practical as it is peaceful.

Whether you're soaking in alpine views or heading out to explore the San Juan Mountains, The Blue Engineer offers the perfect base for your Colorado advent

BED CONFIGURATION:
* Main Bedroom - King Bed with TV (Main Floor)
* 2nd Bedroom - Double Bed with TV (Main Floor)
* Loft - 2 Twin Beds with TV (2nd Floor, spiral stairs)

NOTES:
This property has Air Conditioning!
Washer / Dryer in your condo.
Please note, due to HOA regulations, this unit, and all of the units at Tamarron DO NOT allow pets.

ON-SITE AMENITIES AT THE LODGE INCLUDE: indoor pool, outdoor heated pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, steam shower, fitness center, golf at a special discounted rate, tennis, pickleball, playground, 3 on-site restaurants, and event center. There is an EV Charging Station available for guest use in the Valley Clubhouse parking lot, adjacent to the Tamarron Lodge. Our Tamarron rental guests can play Glacier's 18-hole Valley Course at an exclusive discounted rate. Details will be provided in your rental instructions.

LOCATION: Tamarron sits at around 7800 feet in elevation and is just 10 minutes south of Purgatory Ski Resort and 20 minutes north of downtown Durango. Many guests stay here to visit Purgatory Ski Resort, which offers a variety of restaurants, winter and summer activities, and festivals/events.

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.

At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. When booking directly with Vacation Rental Collective, we offer a Moderate Cancellation Policy for this Property: A guest will receive a 100% refund if canceled/changed at least 30 days before check-in; a 50% refund if canceled/changed 14-30 days before check-in; and no refund if canceled/changed 13 days or less before check-in. If you booked on a third-party site (VRBO, Airbnb, etc), your cancellation is subject to their policy. We do offer travel insurance.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.

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.

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Tamarron Collection
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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

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 Durango, this condo is in the mountains. Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas River. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and James Ranch are also worth visiting. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Durango, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Electra Lake - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Hermosa Creek Trailhead - 25 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 27 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 29 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 28 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cuckoo's On The Cliff - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Basecamp Durango - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harvest Grill At - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cuckoo's Waterin' Hole - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Engineer (#515) |10 min Ski - Golf/Pool/Hot Tub/AC - End Unit Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Cliffs at Tamarron and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Animas River. Electra Lake and James Ranch are also within 6 miles (10 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. 19 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jared O.

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

2 night stop

We enjoyed the tranquil setting and the on site amenities. Figure about 30 minutes in to downtown Durango in the summer months. Can’t beat the views on the drive though!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bob c.

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

Bob

Great location. Nice resort. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

Fall Break

We loved our time in Durango! The condo was clean, comfortable and perfect for our family. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Great Value Lodging

Everything was great during our stay. Our group really enjoyed the property and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tim B.

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

Beautiful views

Property was well maintained and comfortable with wonderful views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great views

Short stay; cute place with a great view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

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

Condo between Durango and Purgatory

We chose this location based on the proximity to both Durango and Purgatory resort. The drive was about 10 minutes to Purgatory and 20 minutes to Durango, which was perfect. The unit was clean and well equipped; it had pretty much everything we needed. It had a small, but well-equipped kitchen. It had a full-sized washer and dryer.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sorina V.

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

Visit in the mountains

The place was nice and clean, it could have been a little more updated in the bathrooms .AC had a hard time keeping the loft area cool. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Great stay

The property is in a beautiful location. The views from the condo are just amazing especially in the master bedroom. The condo is well stocked with tools needed to cook in the condo. My teens enjoyed the pool. The workout room was also a huge bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Wonderful place!

The condo was perfect for our group of 6. The kids loved the upstairs loft. We had plenty of room to relax, cook, and play. Our 7 year old loved the cabinet full of games. Everything was spacious and comfortable! We enjoyed the pool, hot tub and small playground. The location and views were beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great place for families

Nice property! The master bedroom is very comfortable. The condo was very clean and quiet. The amenities at the club are excellent. Only "con" was that the stove and oven are smaller than standard appliances, but not a big deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

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

Very nice

Very clean. Great location. Easy check in and check out. The couches and the queen bed were uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karl M.

All good

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 had a great time. No complaints.
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8/10 Good

Heidi M.

Great amenities

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and amenities were great. We were a family with kids and there was so much to do for all ages. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

Durango

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: Rate a 5
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Mountain Lodge with a View!

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 our stay at Tamarron Lodge in 515! The unit was large and well stocked. The views from the living room and main bedroom were amazing! It was a short drive up the mountain to go ski at Purgatory. The amenities were great. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Beautiful property with tons of accommodations

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 regularly rent this condo as it's clean, well appointed and located on the top floor (corner) so it's very private. The condo has recently come into new ownership and many of the amenities have been upgraded. The owners are clearly very organized and involved in maintaining the property for their guests. They also left a lovely note that talks about future upgrades they plan to make to the property which we appreciate for future stay consideration. The overall property has many activities for both the winter and summer seasons along with two on-site restaurants (one plant based, one bar/grill) with a third being constructed this winter. The property is also located 8 minutes from the ski mountain with a daily shuttle during ski season. You will NOT be disappointed :)
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Vacation in Durango

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: Had a very good vrc experience, texted and emailed me before and during my stay making sure we were doing good during our stay. Also offered advice on things to do around Durango.

10/10 Excellent

Cullen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Betty M.

Nice place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This condo was clean. The spiral staircase to the loft was difficult to get up and down and the two twin beds were very uncomfortable. The condo was well stocked with everything you need. I was however a little surprised that we were responsible to do the dishes, start a load of laundry and take all the trash out prior to leaving when we had to pay a cleaning fee. We’ve stayed at several other condos and never had to do this as again we pay a cleaning fee. Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

A true Hallmark experience

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: It was awesome! The view was absolutely breathtaking!
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10/10 Excellent

Summer B.

Ski trip

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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This lodge was great! Very nice and spacious and a comfy stay. We all loved the fireplace after a cold day on the mountain. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from FARMINGTON, NM

Perfect!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Everything about the room was perfect! It was stocked with paper products as well as regular plates, bowls, etc. Trash bags, dish soap, hand soap, and anything else we needed was all right there for our use. The room was clean and spacious and well decorated. And of course you can't beat the view!

6/10 Okay

Katie K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful Views & Maintenance issues

Washer & dryer broken, no lights in the master, tv broken in the master and one really rude bartender. But hey other than that it was great. The views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

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