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LAKEFRONT CABIN 1Bdrm/Deertrail2shore/Rowboat/SUP/FishinPole/Pet/30mins 2Durango
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2520 sq ft
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Explore the area

Bayfield, CO
- Place, Vallecito Lake1 min walk
- Place, Los Pinos River15 min walk
- Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad37 min drive
- Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
LAKEFRONT CABIN 1Bdrm/Deertrail2shore/Rowboat/SUP/FishinPole/Pet/30mins 2Durango
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$50 1-2 Dogs, rules listed in cabin description.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, deposit cigarette butts n dispencer
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash dishes
Clean BBQ
All trash must be taken to dumpster at 14306 CR 501
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bayfield
Located in Bayfield, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dalton Ranch Golf Club and Durango Hot Springs Spa. Eagle Park and James Ranch are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bayfield, CO
What's nearby
- Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Los Pinos River - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Fort Lewis College - 34 min drive - 41.4 km
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 37 min drive - 44.0 km
- Mercy Regional Medical Center - 38 min drive - 53.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Weminuche Woodfire Grill - 9 min drive
- The Lake House Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
- The Rusty Shovel Saloon - 9 min drive
- Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - 7 min drive
- Bayfield County Market - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
19 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aeron H.
25 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aeron H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
DOUGLAS D.
19 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


DOUGLAS D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
vincent z.
8 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great relaxing retreat
vincent z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gerry M.
25 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shanty Chic
Gerry M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
K T.
22 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
K T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel C.
9 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Daniel C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trish P.
4 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trish P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy C.
18 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view!
Tammy C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Gregory S.
18 Jul, 2017
Great little house with great views!
Gregory S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David G.
15 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Travis S.
11 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great host.
Travis S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rene N.
7 May, 2018
Beautiful property and cabin!
Rene N.
Stayed 215 nights in Oct 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David S.
6 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea O.
13 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and full of amenities
Andrea O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Edward G.
18 Sept, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
Edward G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie N.
21 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much needed getaway
Stephanie N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
diane w.
29 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxng
diane w.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy F.
7 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nancy F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kay T.
28 Sept, 2017
Perfect view of the lake
Kay T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brady S.
19 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic Cabin Experience
Brady S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bruce H.
24 Aug, 2018
Very relaxing
Bruce H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
13 Jun, 2018
Great little getaway
Lisa F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom M.
16 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We're coming back
Tom M.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill E.
13 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Lake Cabin
Bill E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Shanty Chic - René
Hello, I'm René! My family and I moved to the Durango/Bayfield area from the shores of Santa Barbara in 2004; here, we found a home with the striking beauty of the Rocky Mountains. I have worked as a B2B consultant in the 4Corners area for nearly a decade; then, in 2015, I started the business Shanty Chic, managing quintessential mountain cabins in Vallecito Lake. Through my time in Colorado, I’ve become intimately familiar with the southwest and surrounding areas. As a host, I value taking time to create connections through personally meeting each of my guests. I listen both for needs and barriers, as well as goals and desires, in order to best accommodate you and provide meaningful suggestions for your trip. I am a guest-driven host, and my priority is to provide a safe and comfortable home for your experience in Vallecito Lake and beyond. I have cared for hundreds of guests and am excited to share all the insights that a trained guide, local business owner, and Colorado Mom can provide.
Why they chose this property
This cabin is on Vallecito Lake. A beautiful, secluded mountain valley just 18 miles from Durango. It is one of the largest and most beautiful bodies of water in Colorado. The lake has about 12 miles of shoreline and sits right in the middle of the San Juan National Forest.
What makes this property unique
One of the most unique benefits the Guest will have is the lake and mountains to relax and for sports enthusiast - Enjoy! Long before the completion of the dam in 1940 made what is regarded as one of "the most beautiful bodies of water in Colorado," Vallecito was home to "The Ancient Ones," and later, the "Yuutaas," commonly known as the Southern Utes. Fur trappers, gold miners, and homesteaders followed, and with the completion of Vallecito Lake, the tourists. Today, Vallecito Lake is a special place for both residents and visitors alike. Located in a sheltered valley in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Vallecito is a nature-lovers paradise. Come explore...
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