Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango
Wake up to panoramic views of the Animas Valley and surrounding mountain peaks from nearly every room at the Galaxy Getaway — a spacious retreat designed for gathering, relaxing, and making memories together.
Whether you're planning a family vacation, ski trip, hiking adventure, or getaway with friends, this 5-bedroom home offers plenty of space to spread out while still feeling connected. Sip your morning coffee on the deck as the sun rises over the valley, spend the day exploring Durango, then come back to cozy evenings by the fire pit or fireplace. Just 5 minutes from downtown Durango, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful mountain scenery and easy access to restaurants, shops, trails, skiing, rafting, fishing, and more.
Why guests love the Galaxy Getaway: • Stunning mountain & Animas Valley views throughout the home • Multiple outdoor decks and seating areas for gathering and relaxing • Spacious open-concept living area with large windows and natural light • Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops • Comfortable setup for large families and groups • TVs with Roku in every bedroom and living space • Game room amenities including ping pong, arcade games, and board games • Family-friendly extras including children’s toys, books, high chair, Pack ’n Play, and play area • EV charger available for guest use • Easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, rafting, golfing, Mesa Verde, and all the best of Southwest Colorado
The Space The home is thoughtfully laid out across multiple levels, making it easy for groups to gather together while still having room to unwind privately. Large windows bring in natural light and showcase the surrounding mountain views, creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere throughout the home. The kitchen is stocked with cooking essentials for group meals, and the dining and outdoor seating areas make it easy to enjoy meals together after a day of adventure.
Outdoor Areas Enjoy multiple decks, balconies, and outdoor seating spaces overlooking the valley and surrounding mountains. The backyard area is steep mountain terrain and is not accessible for guest use, but there is still plenty of outdoor space to enjoy the scenery safely.
Guest Access Guests have access to the entire home during their stay, excluding the owner storage area.
Other Things to Note For guest safety and property security, there are three exterior motion-activated security cameras on the property: Garage storage area entry Front entry/driveway area Trash and recycling area These cameras are exterior only and do not monitor any interior living spaces. Mountain roads and driveways are part of the Colorado experience, and winter conditions may require AWD/4WD during snow events.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please review rental agreement/house rules sent when booking.
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 eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Durango
Located in Durango, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near a water park. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Powerhouse and Durango Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Historic Tram Park and James Ranch. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Purgatory Resort - 43 min drive - 49.3 km
Getting around
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 8 min drive
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Happy Pappy’s - 5 min drive
Fort Lewis Rocket Grill - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Chainless Brewing - 4 min drive
Frida's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango on 4 Apr, 2027 start from S$970, 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 Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Scenic 5BR Retreat w/Epic Views • 5 Min to Durango located?
This family-friendly Durango holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area, Animas Mountain Trailhead and Hillcrest Golf Club. Animas Museum and Durango Community Recreation Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very nice house in a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of room to spread out but also large spaces (living room, deck, outside firepit) for everyone to come together. Just as advertised and just what we needed.
This house is great for groups and families. It has beautiful views and is very well maintained. Communication is effortless, and prompt. The host's rules are common-sense, making for a relaxing stay.
Great floorpan...ping pong table in garage was a real hit!...outdoor decks provided beautiful views...big, functional kitchen...good location to access Purgatory, Narrow Gauge, Durango Hot Springs and the Chuckwagon Dinner.
The house is beautiful, including the views, and everyone was comfortable, slept well and enjoyed their stay. We had plenty of room to both spend time together and retreat a bit too. The location was perfect for us and the host is especially thoughtful all around. It was a lovely stay.
This is a great property in Durango offering an abundance of space for multiple guests and quite a bit of driveway space. We were part of the Hummer Club of America doing a 3-Day event in the area. We were able to fit all of our larger vehicles on the driveway which was a plus. The extra garage space came in handy for unloading, tools, etc. Really enjoyed this place and will probably stay there again for next year's event. Communication was a great with the owners.
We had an amazing time at the Galaxy House. It was perfect for two families with small children. The view was astonishing and exactly what we wanted while staying in Durango city limits.
This home was clean with plenty of room for our group of nine adults. Very spacious bedrooms and well equipped kitchen. Excellent location for hiking trails and fishing activities. Close to historic downtown. Exceptional views from the balconies.
We had a wonderful stay at the Galaxy Getaway! Becky is the most friendly and gracious host! The house is huge and has every amenity we needed! Our kids absolutely loved the mortal combat arcade game in the garage! It was a big hit! The house was very clean and well maintained! The location was perfect with amazing views! Overall this was by far the best VRBO we have rented! I highly recommend Galaxy Getaway!
The property is beautiful and well-maintained. The views are stunning. Becky was very responsive when we had a couple of questions. We really appreciated the initial supply of products (washer pods, dishwasher pods, paper towels, etc.)--especially that 2 reusable shopping bags were provided. A very nice touch.
Beautiful, relaxing home near all Durango amenities. While we did not have children staying with us, the home is well-suited for families. Multiple living areas, as well as kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms were well appointed. Views from all rooms and deck were incredible. This one's a keeper!
The view is breathtaking. We’ve been to Durango several times, but always staying in hotels, or with family nearby. Galaxy Gateway was a great way to experience Durango at a more relaxed pace. The rooms are spacious and well appointed. We loved that the bedrooms were at different levels than the kitchen and family room so the early risers (me) didn’t disturb the late sleepers (everyone else). The game room in the garage was fun for the kids and gave the adults time to get ready for our excursions or fix meals. In the evening we enjoyed relaxing on the main deck facing northeast as the day cooled. Our hosts were prompt to answer our questions before our stay, and they made us feel welcome during our stay.
This house is so beautiful and was right next to everything in town! Becky was very communicative and we had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Some notes for parents - the house has books, games, and a little table for them to sit and play at (very cute!) but there are a lot of stairs and slick for kids with socks. The house DOES have baby gates as a part of the three levels of stairs so very thoughtful of the owners to make sure the kids are safe. Overall, we would stay again!
The house was very nice, well stocked and in a good location. Here are a couple things to know. The upstairs beds are VERY firm. Some people like that, we did not. It was 85-90 degrees when we stayed there and it's a 3 story house. With that being said the NEST thermostat is located on the 2nd floor and when it doesn't see motion it reverts back to 75 degrees. That doesn't sound too bad however it takes hours to get the house cooled down and the 3rd floor is always warm. They do have portable AC units in the upstairs bedrooms and they do help if you keep the doors closed and run them all day. However they are noisy and the compressor cycles often. If you are a light sleeper like us it's a problem.Overall we had a good experience and our complaints are just our personal prefinance.
James W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joyce F.
20 Nov, 2025
Joyce F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Galaxy Getaway
Welcome to our dream come true - The Galaxy Getaway. Our family fell in love with Durango many years ago & we spend as much time here as possible. We hope it will become a special place for your family memories as well!
Why they chose this property
We wanted to find a home that would allow us to enjoy all of the aspects of Durango's natural beauty - our location gives us the perfect blend.
What makes this property unique
Perched above the breathtaking Animas Valley, Galaxy Getaway offers a rare blend of space, serenity, and style—just minutes from the heart of downtown Durango. With sweeping mountain views from nearly every room, this 5-bedroom home is more than just a place to stay—it’s a destination in itself.
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