The Rustic Rooster Inn, Breathtaking Views, Between Downtown Durango & Purgatory Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: 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 50 lbs per pet.

Q: 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 mi (15 km).

10/10 Excellent

Mani A.

Jan 3, 2025

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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

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Sep 4, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Alastair C.

Jun 22, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Roy E.

Oct 8, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Jun 30, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

connie l.

Jul 28, 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Jul 25, 2023

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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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B., Albuquerque, New Mexico

Aug 1, 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Jul 23, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Aug 6, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Jul 3, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

Jul 14, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

brian b.

Jul 12, 2023

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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

10/10 Excellent

Warren Y.

May 29, 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Oct 5, 2019

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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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jon W., Richmond, Kentucky

Aug 15, 2017

Fantastic Experience!

My wife, son and 2 small dogs were on a 2 week vacation visiting all the National Parks in the state. We spent 4 nights here but wish we could have stayed for the entire 2 weeks! Martha was a very gracious host, welcoming and accommodating the entire stay. The cabin is very well stocked and the furniture and interior design is very well executed. The bed was very comfortable. The fully tiled shower and the claw foot tub were great amenities. The dishwasher was the quietest dishwasher we have ever used! The views from the deck were great as was the game room. We spent multiple nights playing pool, darts and Foosball. There is a fire pit and a deck we used in the mornings to admire the view and drink coffee. There was even a wild turkey the owners feed in the morning! Great location and even better hosts. This experience was by far the best time we have had at any previous cabin. The Rustic Rooster sets the bar high for future rentals. If you are looking in this area there is no better place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

May 27, 2025

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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

10/10 Excellent

MONIQUE D.

Jul 10, 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B., Albuquerque, New Mexico

Nov 13, 2022

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Rustic Rooster Rocks!

This is our second stay and both times we’ve been very happy with the stay. Everything you need and more. Game room and hot tub are great. Lots of amenities, with snacks provided.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik N.

Sep 30, 2022

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Wonderful Week

Martha is a superb host and the Rustic Rooster has every amenity one could need. We definitely will be back.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Sep 6, 2022

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Piece of Eden

Loved everything about this place! We will be staying here every time we go to Durango!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Green A.

Aug 21, 2022

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Fantastic Animas Valley Property

This is a wonderful property, with expansive views of the beautiful Animas River Valley, located approximately about 10 miles north of Durango and about 1/2 mile from the river (close enough to hear its calming flow). Martha is a great host, perhaps the most accommodating of any we've ever experienced at a vacation rental, providing special personal touches (snacks, drinks, even treats for the dog!) and high quality finishes (very comfortable bed, high thread count cotton sheets, luxuriously soft towels). There are great hiking opportunities nearby, and County Road 250 (on which the property is located) is one of the premier road biking loops around Durango. We hope to be back for a longer stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Aug 14, 2022

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Great place for a get away

We stayed at this property as a home base for bay trips. The property was well maintained and Martha though of everything inside the house! We felt very much at home and really enjoyed our stay there! Will definitely try to come back and stay longer!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

william s.

Jul 17, 2022

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First class property

First class. Location was superb. Decor was spot on. Photos do not do justice to either the interior of the house or the location. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F J., Lincoln, NE USA

Jul 5, 2022

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A gem in a quiet valley

This rental has everything and more. We loved the quiet, the view from the porch, the great overall comfort, the great value for $$. Our mini Schnauzer loved it too! Advice to proprietor: don’t change anything! Many thanks!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

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