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Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio

Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
Nestled in downtown Durango, Highland Sage is a peaceful retreat on a quiet neighborhood street. With three cozy bedrooms and an equipped kitchen, you can rest easy and feel at home. Explore the nearby Nature Trail or Main Avenue just minutes away from this charming duplex.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio

With the Highland Sage as your home base in Durango, you will be able to park your car and walk everywhere in town. Walk four blocks and arrive at the heart of downtown with its restaurants, cafes, shops and the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

The home is a pleasant and comfortable half-duplex with a fully enclosed landscaped back yard with patio and grill. There are three bedrooms and one bath. Kitchen and bath are updated and kitchen is well-equipped with stainless steel pots and pans, nice dishware, and organic staples. The queen bedroom is on one side of the living room and kitchen, and the double and single rooms are on the other side. The twin room contains a desk should guests want a dedicated workspace. The Highland Sage offers plenty of storage in closets, kitchen cabinetry, and a large mudroom which is great for gear storage. The beds are are solid, plush and comfortable. A good night's sleep is key! Evaporative cooling in the Summer also provides for restful nights.

In addition to Main Avenue and downtown, walk several blocks to the Nature Trail and Sky Steps. The neighborhood is pedestrian and dog-friendly and the block on which the Highland Sage resides is especially quiet and peaceful.

Guests are welcome to bring two pups, provided they don't get on furniture and aren't big barkers. No cats (sorry). Note that after booking, you will receive a brief rental agreement to review and sign with basic items such as no parties or events and pet authorization if applicable.

The Highland Sage has dedicated use of the fenced backyard while the other half of the duplex has dedicated use of the front deck, allowing for privacy and each for each of the homes.

The Highland Sage has a large entry room for gear storage and extensive kitchen cabinetry. With this and the backyard to stretch out, the Highland Sage is a great choice for longer stays.

August 2025 Note - The Highland Sage is an active rental but has in recent years been rented via sites other than Vrbo. I now list exclusively on Vrbo, and the Highland Sage will be available for rent starting in September 2025.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Maximum one pet unless a second pet is approved with additional fee.
25 years of age is required to rent.
No parties or events. Maximum 4 guests at Purple Juniper and 5 guests at Highland Sage

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Mountain Basil Sunny Home With Backyard Four Blocks to Main Ave

About the neighborhood

Durango is home to this vacation home. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area and Hillcrest Golf Club. Durango Discovery Museum and Historic Tram Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort Lewis College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Animas River Trail - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 10 min walk
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lone spur cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪HomeSlice Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪East by Southwest - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio located?

Situated in Durango, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Durango Arts Center and Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Durango Area Tourism Office and Sorrel Sky Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Highland Sage: Downtown Oasis, Private Fenced Yard and Relaxing Patio Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kristen M.

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

Great house and location

Really loved this little place. We’d stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great stay

Loved the house and owner is great
Stayed 36 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Nice property

Beautiful backyard and easy walk to downtown... great place to stay
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith P.

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

Awesome!

We really enjoyed our rental experience. The owner was lovely, accommodating in many ways and the home was in the perfect location! We will definitely visit this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Adorable house in great location

The house is very cute with a great backyard and super-easy walking distance to Main Ave and an in-town hiking trail. House is very clean, kitchen has lots of shelves, and the whole house very pleasant with nice amenities. Definitely our go-to place for future trips to Durango.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C., Where do you live?

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

Great Property

Excellent property, clean, comfortable, very nicely equipped, great back yard and location. I would gladly stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019