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The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a large window overlooking a garden.
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Dalton Ranch Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango Hot Springs Spa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory

The Rustic Rooster Inn, nestled in the Animas Valley, awaits your arrival for an indulgent mountain getaway. Wake up to a warm beverage on your private deck.
This unique location allows you to enjoy privacy, easy access to hiking, biking, snowshoeing, fishing and river and lake activities. Skiing and sledding just 20 minutes away. Downtown Durango, just 10 miles away, offers an assortment of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Return to your home away from home and settle in with the sunset in full view around your private fire pit.

Amenities:

1- King bed plus 1- Twin bed
Linens/Towels
Full kitchen with utensils and dishwasher
Footed tub with separate shower
Washer/dryer
Wood burning stove - forced heat and electric fire box in Tv stand
Wi-fi
TV

Game room w/ pool table, foosball
Fire pit
Elliptical
Indoor and outdoor seating
Two sided porch with amazing views
Iron/Ironing board
Hairdryer


Local events:

Music in the Mountains (Summer @ Purgatory Mountain)
Durango County Fair (Summer in town)
Durango Arts Festival (Fall in town)
Balloon Festival (Fall, Animas Valley)
Fall color
Snowdown (Winter)
River Days (Spring)
Film Festival (Spring)

Local activities:

Trimble Hot Springs...5 minutes away
Concert Hall
Museums
National Parks
Chuck wagon BBQ
River walk in town
Durango Rec Center
Jeep tours
Lake paddle board and boating
Sleigh rides

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 Pet -Pet must be on leash outside of cabin.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a NO smoking property

Check-out instructions

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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 887840vb
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
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 cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and James Ranch. Travelling with kids? Consider The Powerhouse and Durango Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Animas River - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • James Ranch - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 16 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 17 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hermosa Creek Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar D Chuckwagon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dalton's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cottonwoods Hoa - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory located?

This family-friendly Durango cabin is located on a river, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Dalton Ranch Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of James Ranch and Animas River. Jones Creek Trailhead and Hermosa Creek Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our two-week stay! Martha was so welcoming and greeted us warmly upon arrival. This property has everything needed for a comfortable stay; Martha knows what travelers want when they are away from home. We enjoyed many hours relaxing and enjoying the beautiful view on the porch. The Animas River Trail in Durango provided an outstanding opportunity for long walks on several days. Day trips to Ouray and Telluride were easy and the scenery on the way was gorgeous!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! The home was spotless, comfortable, and so relaxing—it truly felt like a little getaway. We traveled with our 10-year-old and our dog, and it was perfect for both—very welcoming and accommodating. The hostess was incredibly friendly and thoughtful, going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The complimentary snack bag with drinks was such a sweet touch and very appreciated! We would 100% stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful, welcoming place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Martha was a wonderful host & the guest cottage has everything to have a great stay in Durango. Location is great & the property is beautiful & relaxing. I can’t wait to return as I luv coming to Durango.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing. The host was so gracious. The house was well appointed and so comfortable. We’d gladly come back to the Rustic Rooster the next time we are in Durango. Of all the places to stay in the north Durango area, we are so happy to have selected this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henson C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durango 25

Great location, Martha is so nice and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

porterowski

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Rooster, Durango

The absolute best of the best. Every possible need was accounted for and there is nothing I would change....except staying longer. Martha was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

connie l.

Absolutely perfect❤️

This VRBO had everything a person would need, beautifully decorated, perfect deck to relax on, and super quiet setting. Would recommend this place 100%
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
It takes amazing guests! Thank you for sharing your week here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alastair C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was wonderful!!!

This place was so clean and cozy! The property manager thought of everything and went above and beyond to make sure we had all we needed. I highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2024
Thank you for your review! I enjoyed having you as guests. Have a wonderful summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot! Even better host.

This is an awesome little place outside of Durango. It has absolutely everything you could possibly need. It is comfortable and homey. Martha is a lovely host and is a joy to be around. We can’t wait to stay again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

We enjoyed our stay at the Rooster. Martha was an awesome host. She made sure we were all set, came by when we first arrived and welcomed us and answered all our questions. The views are tremendous and only 15 minutes to town. Very relaxing stay with a great host in a prime spot. We’ll be staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B.

Warm and Charming. Fully stocked. Game room was great!

We had a great time. Martha provided everything and the welcome drinks and snacks were perfect after traveling. The bed was very comfortable. The views from the patio were amazing. I would recommend to any couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to have the two of you here! I wish I would have known it was a celebration. Happy anniversary and many many more! Martha
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Honeymoon

We got married at River Bend Ranch and drove 9m to this *amazing* cabin. Super clean, everything was thought-of ahead-of-time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mani A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remarkable rental

We’ve been renting in Durango across hotels, and vacation rentals for 10 years. This was one of two favorite places we’ve stayed. Martha has put so much thought into this place. The accommodations are top notch, it’s in a wonderful part of the valley, and the hosts are just the nicest people. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Texas Res

My wife and I truly enjoyed our stay. We met Martha, the host upon arrival and we were quickly put at ease from the conversion we had. Comfort and great hospitality are top notch. There are great views of the surrounding mountains from the property. What else can you ask for on vacation, it was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely everything about our experience was 5 stars! Martha has contemplated and provided for every possible detail. The Rustic Rooster Inn is exactly as the reviews state. We’ve been home two weeks and continue to rave about our time in Colorado. We highly recommend the Rustic Rooster Inn! Martha could not have been more lovely or more accommodating. We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Property and Host!

My wife and I had a awesome time. Martha was so gracious and has appointed her home with everything guests could possibly want during their stay. The location was perfect! Home exceptionally clean! We will definitely return the next time we visit either Durango or Purgatory to ski!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin with a personal touch!

This cabin was perfect for us in so many ways: The location with easy access to Durango as well as lots of hiking north of town, the porch with a beautiful view of the mountains, and most of all the amazing hospitality of the hostess, Martha! We have never stayed in a rental that felt so much like home…Martha thought of everything! Her personal touch and warm welcome will keep us coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So peaceful

Martha was a wonderful host! Lovely house with a great deck and charm. Another beautiful sitting area downstairs with wildflowers and fire pit. Close to Durango but still quiet and peaceful. Just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We didn’t want to leave..

Perfect surroundings, peaceful area near great biking and golf. Just far enough from town but easy access to all the fun Durango has to offer. Martha is a darling and provided lots of extras! Her place is well curated and she has thought of everything. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Its a gem

It is a really nice house that is very well kitted out. The host had thought of everything. It is in a beautiful place just out of town. Our Porch overlooked a private garden area. Its beautiful and quiet. Our dog loved the bison dog treats. There were lambs grazing in field next door. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Whole Package

Our third stay over several years. We are impressed with Martha's continued attention to detail and her warmth toward us. Thanks again, Brian and Robin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need

Stupendous views! Visiting in late May, the land was green and temperate. We heard many beautiful bird songs we’d never heard before. The interior of the bunkhouse is carefully curated to provide you the most comfortable, homey stay possible. Skylights let you see the stars from bed as you fall asleep. Host is amazing, has thought of things you need and provided them before you even know you need them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren Y.

The whole thing!

We were staying for three nights to decompress from our Ohio-to-Moab, Four-Corners marathon drive. Martha and Terry provided the perfect location and setting for us to unwind and still visit the Mesa Verde National Park plus a jaw-dropping drive up the canyon to Silverton for lunch. We've been renting mountain homes for twelve years, and this one is the gold medal winner. Martha's expertise in interior decoration is top-notch. The ingress and egress is all paved blacktop, and the stars at night are a wonder to behold above seven-thousand feet. Couples should not miss this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
It was such a pleasure to have you as guest! If I hadn't talked to you two, I wouldn't have believed you were here. The Rustic Rooster was left so clean and neat. Thank you for treating it like your own.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MONIQUE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Class

Beautiful property, home, and owner! Pristine home. After a long road trip to Durango, I opened the refrigerator to find a wide variety of cold beverages. Since it was a warm day, Martha had the fans and AC on for us. The bed was very comfy. The surroundings are spectacular! Very peaceful. A few times a day you will hear the local steam and diesel trains on their journey to/from Silverton. Everything was first class! Martha's a gem. We really don't want to share this with anyone else so we can keep it our secret. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

rustic rooster rocks

The homeowner is absolutely delightful. She respects her guests privacy. The home is perfect for one couple in an especially romantic setting. It’s professionally decorated and furnished and fully equipped for comfort. A surprise bonus....the homeowner supplied all sorts of goodies to enjoy during our stay. Yum! Ten minutes or so from Durango, the location is incredibly peaceful. We couldn’t wait to be back “home” on the deck at the end of the day to mesmerize over the view of the red cliffs, the sunset and the two horses. We appreciate very much the tranquil spirit here and feel like we won the lottery. Thanks M. Pat and Jeff
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Martha Darling

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Why they chose this property

Beautiful views, why not....

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