Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]
PLEASE NOTE: OUR HOME IS PET FREE AND SMOKE FREE. WE DO NOT ACCOMMODATE SPECIAL EVENTS, WEDDINGS. ETC. Animas Vista Lodge is located on County Road 250 in the Animas Valley, about eight miles north of Durango, Colorado. The 4,500 sq. ft. house has six bedrooms and four baths, spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and lots of living space for both family activities and privacy. The warm, Southwestern interior has beautiful, quality furnishings and sleeps 15 comfortably. The home and property are tobacco free and pet free. Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. Relax and play in our second floor 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted ceiling, nine-foot pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. The expansive main level great room/ dining/ kitchen takes in vaulted views of both the Animas Valley in one direction and the brilliant red Missionary Ridge behind the house in the opposite direction.
Outdoors: Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge, cook and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. On the opposite side of the house off the kitchen, a roomy back deck and play area take advantage of red cliff views. Our location, CR 250, is the most popular biking byway through the valley. You are within 2-3 miles of the Bar D Chuckwagon and Western Stage Show; Dalton Ranch Golf Club and restaurant; an upscale shopping area and Trimble Hot Springs Spa. You are only ten minutes from the city of Durango to the south and all it has to offer; and about twenty minutes from Purgatory ski area and Durango Mountain Resort to the north.
First Floor: A large, airy great room (living/dining/kitchen) fills the entire center of the main level, with timber frame ceilings and striking views to the south (red cliffs) and north (Animas River, upper valley, Engineer Peak and more). The great room sitting area includes a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, gas log fireplace and flat-screen HDTV. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is convenient to the front living porch and the back deck. Two king master bedroom suites (one with gas log fireplace) flank either end of the main level, each with HDTV, private decks and gorgeous views. Two queen bedrooms and a shared bath complete the first floor, along with an attached two-car garage.
Second Floor: Relax and play in our 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted tongue-in groove ceiling, pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. Large windows on three sides frame wide-open outdoor scenes, in particular, the stunning red cliffs. The media area includes plush curved sofa, two barrel swivel chairs, Blu-Ray DVD player and I-Pad docking station. A separate queen sleeper sofa completes the furnishings.
A third king bedroom and connecting bath is situated off the game room. The combination bunk room and exercise room has a twin-over-full bunk bed and futon. A Vision Fitness treadmill and elliptical machine flank two vaulted windows with a spectacular vista of the upper Animas Valley, Engineer Mountain and the peaks beyond. Four can sleep comfortably in the bunk room, which has a wall-mounted HDTV and hallway access to the bath located on this level. An additional stacked laundry set is nearby.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Dishware and cookware must be washed and stored.
Thermostats adjusted to 76 degrees in warm weather and 66 degrees in cool weather
Fans and kitchen appliances turned off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Departure rules: Fridge empty; Dishes, etc. washed and stored; all trash bags in trash carts; lights and fans off; heat set to 66 or cool to 76.
Front porch rule: 10:00 p.m. curfew for activities on front porch and front lawn.
THE USE OF ANY AND ALL FIREARMS, FLAMMABLES OR FIREWORKS OF ANY TYPE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED ANYWHERE ON OWNERS’ PROPERTY AND/OR NEIGHBORING PROPERTIES
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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
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Durango
Located in Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas River, while Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider James Ranch and The Powerhouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 17 min drive - 22.8 km
Purgatory Resort - 24 min drive - 33.9 km
Mercy Regional Medical Center - 25 min drive - 33.5 km
Getting around
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 18 min drive
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
James Ranch Grill - 11 min drive
Hermosa Creek Grill - 7 min drive
Bar D Chuckwagon - 15 min walk
Harvest Grill & Greens At James Ranch - 10 min drive
Cuckoo's Waterin' Hole - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?
As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] on 29 Mar, 2026 start from S$728, 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 Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] located?
This family-friendly Durango holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dalton Ranch Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of James Ranch and Animas River. Jones Creek Trailhead and Cliffs at Tamarron are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Absolutely amazing location and home. We had 15 people ranging from 12-80 years old and the house accommodated us perfectly. Easy access to Purgatory and downtown Durango. Definitely hope to stay here again!
Beautiful home inside and out. Enjoyed the large front porch and fireplaceEach room was spacious and well decorated Family of12 could sit around living, dining and kitchen and interact with each other by the inside fireplace. Upstairs game room was full of entertainment Kitchen was well supplied for the family cooking Thanksgiving dinner
We are already looking forward to our next trip to Durango so we can stay in this lovely home! The owners were so helpful and we made sweet memories together as a family. From the beautiful front porch overlooking the mountains while the train whistle blew as it passed by to epic pool and foosball games upstairs, we will remember it all forever.
We had an amazing stay. The location of this place cannot be beat, and the views are to die for! There was plenty of room for our big family and the place was clean and stocked with everything we needed. We will most definitely be back.
We were in town for my son’s wedding at Purgatory, so the location was perfect. While the house was amazing, we all loved the front porch and yard. We played lot’s of family games. Our favorite sounds were hearing the Silverton train echo up and down the canyon. We will be back for sure. Thank you Anne!
The house was absolutely perfect & even better than advertised! All 3 families loved every minute of our much needed getaway! We loved the convenient midway location between town & ski slopes!
L R.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2023
Thank you, and we agree! The location is ideal for getting anywhere you want to go!
Beautiful home/cabin! The location & views were spectacular! My entire family enjoyed the game room & front deck with the large fireplace! Our family would definitely stay again!
Beautiful cabin and property between Durango and Purgatory Ski resort. Plenty of room for large family. We had deer come and graze right out the back door!
The rooms were exactly as described. We would have spent more time in the spacious game room, were it not for the amazing outdoor covered porch with fireplace. We spent every evening outside :). The kitchen was stocked wonderfully, with everything clearly labelled. I would highly recommend this place for your Durango stay! We woke up every day to the sounds of Elk bugling and the most beautiful scenery. I highly recommend it.
Larry G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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Hosted by Ann Leek, co-owner
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