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Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat

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A deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
Interior
Room
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Electra Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Common Spaces

1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat

Located in the Southern San Juan Mountains 5 miles south of Purg Ski Resort, this home is perfectly situated for all your outdoor adventures.
This newly renovated updated modern retreat has 3 ensuite bedrooms, a spacious living and dining area and well equipped kitchen with Wolf Range and Coffee bar. At an elevation of 8700 feet, the views are breathtaking.
The south facing deck is perfect for enjoying the warmer months and soaking in the hot tub May through October.
Hot Tub Fee per night is $30, charged per night per total booking nights.

Whether you seek relaxation and recharging or the perfect place from which to stage all of your outdoor adventures, you will appreciate this coveted location.

Each bedroom has a private bathroom. A queen bed master and twin/king flex room are on the main floor. The family suite upstairs has a king bed and pull out love seat that is perfect for 2 adults and 2 small children.
The kitchen is well appointed with small appliances, a Wolf range and coffee bar with options for auto drip, Keurig and pour over styles. The dining table accommodates up to 10 people . The living room has ample comfortable seating and large screen TV perfect for movie nights or watching your favorite sporting events.

You won’t want to leave this lovely mountain retreat once you arrive, but we highly recommend that you do get out and explore all that the southern San Juan Mountains and near by towns have to offer.

Guests have access to entire house except locked storage spaces for house keeping.

Quiet, rural feel. Close to Electra Lake, Haviland Lake and Chris Park. Purgatory Ski resort is a few miles north.

4 wheel drive required November through May. Unpaved roads
No outdoor fires.
No Pets.
No smoking or vaping indoors.
No events.
No sledding on roads or property
Hot Tub fees apply May through Oct. $30 per night additional.

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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
PacnPlay and highchair are available on request
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
See guest Portal log in
4wd or all wheel drive with good tires a must have from November to March
For winter arrivals Meet Host at Mailbox kiosk after turning off the 550 Highway
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No outdoor fires. No Pets. No smoking or vaping indoors. No events. No sledding on roads or property Hot Tub fees apply May through Oct.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5106524vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Electra Lake and Lake of the Pines, while Animas Museum and Silverton Railroad Depot are cultural highlights. James Ranch and The Powerhouse are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Electra Lake - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 25 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 38 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 38 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Purgy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget (Bar) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mineshaft Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cliffside Modern Mountain Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Electra Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake of the Pines and Cliffs at Tamarron. James Ranch is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely fantastic stay! There were only four of us but this house can easily accommodate more. My wife, two boys and I loved the well appointed, clean, freshly remodeled house, and the incredible back deck with million dollar views! My wife can’t stop talking about it. So beautiful! The location couldn’t be better. Minutes from Purgatory and half way between Durango and Silverton. There are two small bars/restaurants within minutes where you can hang out for a bit or just pickup some really good pizza at one or gourmet sliders at the other, for those nights you don’t want to cook. Mike was an excellent host! Checking in on us via text regularly but not too much. Just wanting to know if we needed anything. I appreciate that very much, but we didn’t. We had everything we needed. The remodel of this property was very well done. Everything works as it should. Dishes, silverware, utensils, cups, glasses, plates pots, pans, coffee pods etc. are all there. The cabin is very nice, well decorated and comfortable all around. I can’t recommend it enough. We are already planning to return. Book this place. You won’t regret it. It’s perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host that communicated well and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. House is nice with an amazing view placed within a good safe neighborhood. We really enjoyed the house and recommend it if you were traveling to the Durango/Silverton area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2026
Thank you Kyle, we hope you come back and visit again, it was our pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mike was extremely helpful with everthing. From booking, to checking in/out, to leaving, even offering some local food options. The house was super clean and had everything our family needed. The back porch views were nothing but amazing! The best part was relaxing in the evenings in the hot tub with the family. With this being our first trip to Colorado we wanted to do a little of everything. The house was in a perfect central location to explore. I couldn't recommend this house, the accommodations, or the views enough!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by mike chamberlain

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We have spent the last 15 years traveling and gaining the guests’ perspective. We are discerning and feel vacation rentals should feel comfortable, updated, be well furnished and in interesting and beautiful locations. These are criteria we use in deciding to take on properties to host. We prefer to manage and host less properties at a more customized and elevated standard.

Beyond the property, we are passionate about providing excellent individualized concierge style hosting service for our guests. Whether you need ideas for things to do, restaurant recommendations, information about nearby excursions and adventures or you have special requests or needs, we are here to help and we aim to please.

Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood is perfectly situated 5 miles south of Purgatory ski resort and halfway between Durango and Silverton. It is the perfect location at the southern end of the amazing San Juan Mountains. The neighborhood is quiet, peaceful and has a more rural feel. Perfect for that escape from your busy life.

What makes this property unique

This newly renovated and updated home with 3 ensuite bedrooms provides the privacy we all love when vacationing with family or friends.

Start your cozy mountain mornings at our coffee bar equipped for those who prefer Keurig, Auto drip or pour over options.
Preparing meals in the well equipped kitchen is a breeze. Relax as you share meals at the spacious dining table and create cherished memories. Surrounded by endless picturesque views, you'll be snapping photos at every angle.

The comfortable recliner sofa and swivel chair seating in the living room with large screen TV ensures all guests are comfy while settling in for movies.

The concierge style hosting, that is available to you, will ensure a worry free dream vacation of memory making rather than spending time dealing with logistics.

Your hosts, at Property Wise Services, will be in touch to discuss your needs and review concierge options available to you during your stay.
THE MOUNTAINS ARE CALLING, WILL YOU GO ?

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