Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!
This newly remodeled victorian home on the banks of the Animas River is only a few blocks from Main Street. This riverfront home combines the best of what Silverton offers in views and location with an affordable, well appointed, newly remodeled in town rental. The home is an 800 sq ft 2 bedroom, 1 bath second level apartment at the base of Kendall Mountain, just steps from the Kendall Mountain Recreation Area. It is a clean and simple contemporary space perfect for singles, couples or a family. With a full kitchen, dinning area, living room and second-story deck overlooking the river, this unit affords incredible mountain and river sights and sounds with all the modern day amenities. One bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has a twin over queen bunk bed. There is also very comfortable, full-size pull-out couch and an additional single mattress that can be placed on the floor making this unit able to accommodate up to 6 guests.
The Animas River House is a 5 minute walk, 4 blocks to downtown Silverton, yet off the beaten path. There is something wonderful about the combination of tall mountains, rushing rivers and small town hospitality. Silverton, Colorado offers these and much more. And when you seek a base from which to explore it all, or just relax and enjoy, the Animas River House vacation rental offers what you are seeking.
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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 and a deadlock
About the area
Silverton
Located in Silverton, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Silverton Railroad Depot and Mining Heritage Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kendall Mountain Recreation Area and Mad Dog. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
Kendall Mountain Recreation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Silverton City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Silverton Railroad Depot - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Fetch's Mining & Mercantile - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Silverton Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Silverton Station - 11 min walk
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 105 min drive
Restaurants
Golden Block Brewery - 7 min walk
El Bandito - 7 min walk
Silverton Grocery - 14 min walk
Lacey Rose Saloon - 7 min walk
Coffee Bear - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?
As of 14 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown! on 28 Apr, 2026 start from S$239, 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 Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown! located?
Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this apartment building in Silverton is situated in the city centre, within a 5-minute walk of Animas River and Kendall Mountain Recreation Area, and is convenient for winter activities, such as sledging. Mad Dog and Easy Street are also within 10 minutes. Silverton Station is 11 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This property was a great place to spend our 25th wedding anniversary! It has so much charm and the river and mountain views are amazing!!We hope to return soon!
June N.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review, and congratulations again on your 25th anniversary! We're honored you chose our property for such a special celebration. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the charm of the home and the beautiful river and mountain views. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime—hope to see you again soon!
Very nice, clean, and fully furnished upstairs of a house. House backs up to the river and Kendall Mountain. Backyard is fenced for pets. Owner was very responsive to questions about gas heater which was off when we arrived on a Sunday evening. We would definitely recommend this property and plan on returning.
Patricia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the clean, comfortable, and fully furnished space, as well as the beautiful river and mountain views. It was our pleasure to assist you with the heater, and we appreciate your understanding. We truly value your recommendation and would be thrilled to welcome you back on your next visit!
Pet friendly. Beautiful location right on the river. Saw the Milky Way at night from the deck. Walkable to the main street in town.
Jessica W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peaceful riverfront location and got to experience the magic of the Milky Way from the deck—such a special sight! It’s great to know you and your pet felt at home and appreciated the convenience of being close to town. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
A wonderful, quiet retreat. The home was clean and comfortable, and the location offered stunning, unobstructed river and mountain views.
Sandi N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peace and quiet, as well as the beautiful river and mountain views—it's truly a special spot. We're also glad the home met your expectations for comfort and cleanliness. It was a pleasure hosting You, and welcome back anytime.
Great location—easy access to town and trails. The rental has nice amenities. Beautiful spot right on the river.
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Elizabeth-
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the location and found it convenient for exploring both town and the nearby trails. It's great to know the amenities met your expectations, and that you were able to relax and take in the beauty of the riverfront setting. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
A beautiful house in a peaceful location with the Animas River and the mountains right out the back! A cozy ambience with lots of windows for natural lighting. The skylights in the bathroom with the views of the mountains are amazing! The kitchen is well-stocked and the bed was comfy.
Barbara S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2025
Barbara!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful setting, the natural light, and those mountain views from the skylights—they really are something special. It’s wonderful to know the kitchen had everything you needed and that you found the bed comfortable. We’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re in the area!
Great stay. Close to the river and town. Loved the deck. The BBQ grill was a wonderful surprise. Just a FYI, there are 16 stairs to the unit, which is located on the 2nd floor. Not a problem for us. Wonderful stay, wonderful hosts!
Siu W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay, especially the deck and BBQ grill – it's always great to hear when those little touches are appreciated. We're also glad the stairs weren’t an issue for you. Just to clarify for future guests, we do note in our listing that the apartment is located on the second floor with stair access. We really appreciate you mentioning it, as it's helpful for others to know. Thank you again for being such wonderful guests – we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
We had a great stay at this property. Beds are comfortable, bathroom is great (shower pressure was amazing after skiing!), well stocked for cooking, and beautiful spot by the river.
Emilie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2024
Thanks for the kind review. We are so glad you had a great stay at the Animas River House, hope you come back again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dan E.
26 Jul, 2018
Great spot next to the river but still close enough to town to walk.
Clean and comfortable with well stocked kitchen. We would definitely stay here again.
The house was in a beautiful location and easy to walk to down town. Just as described. The hosts were also super responsive. The place was a little dirty (ex there was a hair in the bed before we got into bed) and there was a shelf falling off the wall when we got there. But this is all general wear and tear things that I expect of a VRBO so it wasn’t an issue. Would still recommend :)
Alyssa J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful location and found it easy to explore downtown. It’s great to hear our communication made a positive impact on your stay. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the minor issues — we’ve since addressed them to make sure everything is in top shape for future guests. Thanks again for recommending us, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
We loved the place. It was cozy, great location, and wow the shower was so amazing. After some hard skiing, we really appreciated a good hot steamy shower with great water pressure.
Dara H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2024
Dara-
Thanks so much for taking the time to give us a review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time in Silverton. Hope to have you back next year.
Property is great and easy to get to, we were able to dry our gear and keep it all ready to go for days on the mountain. Would 100% look to stay again if in the area.
Troy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and that our property worked well for your gear and mountain adventures. It's wonderful to know that the location and amenities made your experience even more enjoyable.
We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in the area! Don't hesitate to reach out when you're ready to plan your next trip.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jett D.
10 Apr, 2015
Awesome rental
Awesome rental, has everything you need, great location and they did a great job on the remodel of the home.
Great place to stay for a mountain experience. We got lucky and got 30” of snow while we were there. Definitely an isolated area so be sure to pack well. T-mobile service worked great.
Abel R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec, 2024
Hi Abel,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a great time with the snow. It really does make the experience extra special!
We’d love to have you back anytime – please don’t hesitate to reach out whenever you’re planning your next visit.
Take care and hope to see you again soon!
Best regards,
Dan
My group had a great time here. Short walk to town. Nice amenities at the property and a very communicative host! We will definitely come back again. This is a perfect crash pad after a day of exploring the San Juans.
This place is just perfect!
Clean and well kept. The host is very easy to communicate with and very responsive.
Great location.
We'll definitely be staying the River House again!
James F.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2024
Thanks for the kind review, we are so glad that you enjoyed your time at The Animas River House. We hope to have you for another stay!
Wonderful apartment- perfect for our family of four. Awesome bathroom! Comfy beds! Perfect location with a great little deck for hanging out. Would definitely stay here again.
Linda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Linda,
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in Silverton. We’d love to have you back.
Dan Erwin
We had the best Thanksgiving in the quiet & beautiful town! We ended up getting about 9 inches of snow and Dan was so quick to respond and flexible to us stay an extra night for better road conditions.
We were on a family trip to Silverton with the main purpose of skiing at the nearby mountain. The Animas River House was perfect for our 5 night stay in town. It was only a 5 minute walk to the Silverton town center and was a good size for a group of 5. We really enjoyed our stay!
Ben F.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2024
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in Silverton. We hope to have you back for another visit!
About the host
Hosted by Dan Erwin
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