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Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck

Family-friendly holiday home in Bayfield

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Lake Vallecito Views
Large Deck off Living Room, Dining Room and Bedroom
Living Room with Wood Stove
Amazing Kitchen
Main Level King Primary Bedroom with Deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bayfield, CO
  • Place, Vallecito Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Pinos River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck

Wake up to panoramic lake views and the scent of pine at Aspen Ridge, a beautifully remodeled contemporary retreat perched above Lake Vallecito. With over an acre of privacy and direct year-round access just south of the marina, this modern lake home is the perfect balance of comfort, style, and Colorado mountain charm.

Inside, the open-concept layout invites connection whether you’re gathered around the wood-burning stove in the living room or enjoying a meal with loved ones. There are wall-to-wall windows that bring the lake and forest right to your fingertips. Radiant in-floor heating keeps the home warm and cozy, even in the colder months.

The spacious primary suite features a king bed and ensuite bathroom, while glass-paneled doors throughout the main floor lead to a covered outdoor living area — the true heart of this home. Sip coffee on the deck as the sun rises over the reservoir, fire up the grill for dinner with a view, or simply relax with a good book and the sounds of nature all around.

Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a second TV/play area with its own balcony overlooking the lake. This is a perfect space for kids, teens, or a quiet reading nook. For extra fun, head to the garage-turned-game room, fully equipped and ready for year-round use.

All TVs are Smart Samsung models with access to Samsung TV Plus, and guests are welcome to stream their own favorites via Netflix, Hulu, and more. Whether you're exploring the trails, boating on the lake, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings, Aspen Ridge at Lake Vallecito offers a stunning base for your next mountain lake getaway.

BED CONFIGURATION:
* Bedroom #1: King Bed (main level - TV)
* Bedroom #2 - Queen bed (upstairs)
* Bedroom #3 - Twin over Full Bunk Bed (upstairs)

LOCATION: In the heart of the Lake Vallecito recreation area, you are 1 mile from the marina, hiking, biking and ATV trails, fishing, hunting, ice fishing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling - the San Juan wilderness area is at your doorstep! Vallecito also has a few restaurants and general stores. Appx 25 miles to downtown Durango and 50 miles to Purgatory Ski Resort.

COOLING: 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.

NOTE: In winter (November through April), 4WD is required. It is NECESSARY that you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, vehicles with medium to high clearance and winter/snow tires.  Although the roads and driveway are well-maintained, the road leading up to the home is somewhat steep and will be snow packed and slick.

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.

–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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River, while Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Eagle Park and James Ranch. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
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Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Los Pinos River - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 34 min drive - 42.2 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 37 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 38 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weminuche Woodfire Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lake House Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vallecito Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aspen Ridge | Nice Views of Vallecito Lake -Boat Parking, Game Room, Deck located?

This family-friendly Bayfield holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Lemon Reservoir are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. We hope to stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the back porch and all the wildlife we saw. Such a huge property. Perfect parking for our fishing boat. Professionally appointed with everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JASON B.

Paddle Board Trip

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 house was great! Plenty of space for us and 4 teenagers. Proximity to the lake was also very convenient. The house was clean and functional. The back porch was perfect for morning coffee and evening dinners!

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Family trip

The property was perfect for our family vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clara M.

Great stay!

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 have been to Bayfield/Durango many times and this was a fantastic trip! The rental was exactly as described, with plenty of room for the 5 of us! We had the best time! The VRC staff were incredibly good communicators and such a great help with just 2 minor questions. Thank you! We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Beautiful and peaceful!

We had a thoroughly wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

THE Best!

This house was amazing! It was super clean and well stocked. Checkin/out was very easy and well communicated. The location and views were awesome! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alesha C.

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

Couldn’t be better

This rental was absolutely amazing in every way possible, will be staying again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William D.

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: Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

VRBO

Very nice property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tamira h.

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

Location Location Location

This property is very warm and inviting. Well stocked with all the amenities. The views and location are second to none. Cant wait to come again, but would have loved to bring the fur babies.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Peaceful & Stunning

Peaceful lake cabin with an amazing outdoor deck with propane firepit & stunning lake views. Home was well equipped & great for all ages. Lovely stay for the week! Thank you for sharing this home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Simply outstanding

The place was amazing. A true gem. So peaceful and relaxing. Guaranteed we will stay again. We didnt want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Krissy K.

Family getaway

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 was our second year staying at this beautiful home. Views are absolutely stunning and love seeing all the wildlife hanging out in the yard. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Great view

We loved the view and the quiet location. The road up to the house was a little crazy. Appreciated the game room and books for our grandson. The house was very clean! The porches and game room could have used a little attention.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Beautiful, Just as listed

We so enjoyed our stay. When we return this will be the place we will look to see if it is available. Comfortable beds, Spacious common areas. Gorgeous lake views. we had Deer and turkey come by in the morning. The house was very clean, and necessities were there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

Beautiful Lake View Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time fishing on the Vallecito Reservoir and relaxing at the cabin. We will definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Krissy K.

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

Family Get Away

This home was the perfect accommodations for our family. Plenty of room, very clean and the views were absolutely amazing! This was the first trip we have been able to take together since our kids became adults. It really gave us a chance to lounge in a comfortable environment to catch up and reconnect. We also had a little family fun competing in ping pong :-) I highly recommend this location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy K.

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

Perfect home! Beautiful view!

The house was perfect! Very clean, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen! Large covered back porch that has comfortable furniture, one could easily take a nap out there. It’s not directly on the lake but has a wonderful view! Thirty minutes from Durango with plenty of options of things to do for the whole family! Would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Relaxing Getaway

We loved this house. The outdoor patio and the way it stayed shaded all day made for a relaxing place to sit and relax while our kids played in the yard. Weather was cool in the mornings and evenings and even without AC we were able to keep things comfortable even during hot weather. The lake was beautiful, Vallecito Creek Trail was our favorite, and we enjoyed day trips into Durango.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Great Lake view from the comfortable back porch.

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 was a great home for our trip to Durango. We especially enjoyed the back porch. The views of the lake and the forest were beautiful, we loved the fire table, and enjoyed our meals at the dining table on the deck. The kitchen was well equipped, and things worked well. The surroundings were very quiet and the beds were comfortable so we all slept good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle W.

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

Gayle wolfe

Look just as advertised might be nice to have upstairs bathroom. The only negative was the patio area was extremely dusty. We had to wipe everything down before we could enjoy the amazing view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Great house with amazing 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 house is beautiful!!! The back porch is great. We spent alot of time out there. The house has so many extras, you can tell the owners really care. The views are amazing! We loved staying at this house and we will come back to Vallecito Lake.

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