Title: Design Cabin in the Forest near Historical Durango Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=180048&destination=Durango%2C+Colorado%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=83459161&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Design Cabin in the Forest near Historical Durango - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Casa Colorada, a modern retreat nestled between two forests. With Lightner Creek running through the 5-acre property, you can enjoy nature's serenity from the big deck equipped with a Weber Grill or connect with strong internet and cell phone reception. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Design Cabin in the Forest near Historical Durango The stylish Casa Colorada is a refuge nestled between two forests. Fifteen minutes from historical Durango, 27 from DRO airport, and 35 from the Purg Ski lift. The modern cabin has welcomed writers and creatives looking for inspiration, friends reconnecting, nature-loving families, mountain bikers and skiers. Lightner Creek runs through the 5-acre property, which has access to two state forests and a big deck with a Weber Grill. The cabin enjoys strong internet and a cell phone antenna-booster. ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124220000/124215900/124215862/eead9f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown Durango - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Living/Dining area $469 nightly $506 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=124215862&PinnedHotelID=124215862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34540000/34532100/34532079/5174bf4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown DURANGO - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 88 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=34532079&PinnedHotelID=34532079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107720000/107714100/107714051/84015a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peek at the Peaks \~ private cabin with stunning mountain views & Starlink WiFi Durango - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=107714051&PinnedHotelID=107714051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125900000/125897900/125897888/5fb0329f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded and Custom Mountain Home. 15 minutes to down town. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the neighborhood Durango is home to this cabin. Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Twin Buttes reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Historic Tram Park. Durango Arts Center and The Powerhouse are also worth visiting. 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