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Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]

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Exterior
Property grounds
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 154500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Gym
    GymGym

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Durango, CO
  • Popular LocationDalton Ranch Golf Club5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCliffs at Tamarron13 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad19 min drive
  • AirportDurango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)39 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]

PLEASE NOTE: OUR HOME IS PET FREE AND SMOKE FREE.
WE DO NOT ACCOMMODATE SPECIAL EVENTS, WEDDINGS. ETC.
Animas Vista Lodge is located on County Road 250 in the Animas Valley, about eight miles north of Durango, Colorado. The 4,500 sq. ft. house has six bedrooms and four baths, spectacular 360-degree panoramic views and lots of living space for both family activities and privacy. The warm, Southwestern interior has beautiful, quality furnishings and sleeps 16 comfortably. The home and property are tobacco free and pet free. Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. Relax and play in our second floor 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted ceiling, nine-foot pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. The expansive main level great room/ dining/ kitchen takes in vaulted views of both the Animas Valley in one direction and the brilliant red Missionary Ridge behind the house in the opposite direction.

Outdoors: Take in the sunset and the mountains as you lounge, cook and dine on our expansive, 30 x 26 covered outdoor living porch with wood-burning fire place, propane gas grill and 14-foot custom dining table. On the opposite side of the house off the kitchen, a roomy back deck and play area take advantage of red cliff views. Our location, CR 250, is the most popular biking byway through the valley. You are within 2-3 miles of the Bar D Chuckwagon and Western Stage Show; Dalton Ranch Golf Club and restaurant; an upscale shopping area and Trimble Hot Springs Spa. You are only ten minutes from the city of Durango to the south and all it has to offer; and about twenty minutes from Purgatory ski area and Durango Mountain Resort to the north.

First Floor: A large, airy great room (living/dining/kitchen) fills the entire center of the main level, with timber frame ceilings and striking views to the south (red cliffs) and north (Animas River, upper valley, Engineer Peak and more). The great room sitting area includes a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, gas log fireplace and flat-screen HDTV. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is convenient to the front living porch and the back deck. Two king master bedroom suites (one with gas log fireplace) flank either end of the main level, each with HDTV, private decks and gorgeous views. Two queen bedrooms and a shared bath complete the first floor, along with an attached two-car garage.

Second Floor: Relax and play in our 30 x 30 game room with 14-foot vaulted tongue-in groove ceiling, pool table, Foosball, large Sony flat-screen HDTV with 6-speaker surround sound and built-in wet bar with computer desk. Large windows on three sides frame wide-open outdoor scenes, in particular, the stunning red cliffs. The media area includes plush curved sofa, two barrel swivel chairs, Blu-Ray DVD player and I-Pad docking station. A separate queen sleeper sofa completes the furnishings.

A third king bedroom and connecting bath is situated off the game room. The combination bunk room and exercise room has a twin-over-full bunk bed and futon. A Vision Fitness treadmill and elliptical machine flank two vaulted windows with a spectacular vista of the upper Animas Valley, Engineer Mountain and the peaks beyond. Four can sleep comfortably in the bunk room, which has a wall-mounted HDTV and hallway access to the bath located on this level. An additional stacked laundry set is nearby.

Property manager

Ann Leek, co-owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Elliptical machine on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Treadmill on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Durango

Located in Durango, this vacation home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and San Juan National Forest, while Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Durango Discovery Museum and Historic Tram Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 13 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 19 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 19 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 18 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hermosa Creek Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪J Bar J Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swing At Dalton Ranch - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000] located?

This family-friendly Durango vacation home is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dalton Ranch Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of San Juan National Forest and Animas River. Cliffs at Tamarron and Jones Creek Trailhead are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 141 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
The house was nice. The area was wonderful, it was peaceful and you could hear the train. The deer, chipmunks, and views kept us entertained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain home
We were absolutely delighted from the time we walked into this lovely home until we departed a week later. Situated in a beautiful location up against the red Hermosa cliffs, it overlooks the beautiful Animas valley. The home was very clean, comfortably furnished, and tastefully decorated. We had every single convenience we needed. I have stayed in many VRBO properties over the years, including several in the Durango area, and this was definitely one of the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Ski Trip
The property was beautiful and well taken care of! Property owner was very helpful with communicating, despite issues with the VRBO site. Property would be a 10/10 if they added a hot tub to the outside front deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway
We went out to Durango in celebration of my birthday and did just that. Made home cooked meals in a lovely home, enjoyed scenery, hot springs and very close to town! Felt very comfortable and cozy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome As Ever
This is our 3rd time to stay at this beautiful home in Hermosa!! We love its location, scenery, layout, game room and the owners. The owners are always a text away if anything is needed and the caretaker is there taking care of the snow/ice on the driveway. 5-stars!! You can’t get better than that. Thanks Ann for sharing!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Christmas
This house was perfectly set up for our large extended family. We had a wonderful stay over Christmas. The owner was quick to respond to any questions we had from the minute we reserved the home until after checkout. Restaurant and activity suggestions were spot on. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas with our family!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Family Reunion
Beautiful home/cabin! The location & views were spectacular! My entire family enjoyed the game room & front deck with the large fireplace! Our family would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
This house was perfect for our group. More then enough space for 3 families.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenton K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent for a large family
This is the perfect house for a large family. Great facilities and great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Charlene V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious peaceful setting
Spacious peaceful setting, well equipped home. Gorgeous scenery in every direction. The grandchildren loved the game room , as well as the daily wildlife visitors. The grand front porch was my favorite place to chill. One of the best VRBO homes and family favorite!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023