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Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito!

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito!

Spectacular mountain style home nestled on 2 acres that borders State of Colorado land with views that make you never want to leave.

Perched up high, this house has an open plan design, great furniture, and spectacular views. Enjoy the wood burning stove, and beautiful views out the large oversized windows. This home is pet friendly with prior approval.

A 45 minute drive to Durango and 15 minutes to Bayfield, enjoy restaurants, coffee shops, and unique Main Street shops that make both towns so special.

Bed Configuration:
Master Bedroom - King Bed (Upper Level-OPEN LOFT/living room below)
2nd Bedroom - Queen Bed (Main Level)
3rd Bedroom - King bed w/ Separate Twin Bed (Lower Level)
Medial Room - Full Size Sleeper Sofa (Lower Level)

Admit it, wouldn't you rather be here?

Note: 4-Wheel Drive, Chains, or Snow tires are mandatory in the winter.

This property is pet friendly, the pet fee is $25/per day, each pet. We allow up to 2 dogs per stay. The maximum pet fee is $200 per dog and will be added to your reservation after you book.

NO Smoking anywhere on the premises.

Guests will be sent a vacation rental agreement by Durango Colorado Vacations (the property manager) to e-sign at the time of booking.

Note: This home does not have Air Conditioning. Most homes do come equipped with box and ceiling fans.

A friendly reminder before you book your stay, is to remember we are trusted to manage independent and family-owned homes. We simply ask that you treat these homes and properties with the same respect that you would expect one to treat yours. Due to a recent uptick in unauthorized guest, pets and gatherings. We are implementing a strict "one strike" policy for any guest that are found having any unauthorized gatherings, pets or guest with them in the home. Failure to disclose any of the stated above will result in immediate termination of stay with no refund being issued for unused nights.

Please note that most properties are outfitted with outdoor security cameras.

Cancellation Policy:
If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that are made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival will receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee. Between (29) days and fifteen (15) days before arrival, guest will be refunded 50% of the reservation amount. (14) days or less to arrival, no refunds given.
For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date to receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee Cancellations made between thirty one (31) days in advance of your arrival and (59) days will receive a 50% refund.

Trip insurance is available for purchase and is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.

Property manager

Lorie Naylor

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Rafting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

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

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 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

Property is also known as

558514

About the neighborhood

Map
Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 24 min drive
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 35 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 42 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 43 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort - 76 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 42 min drive
  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Wharf - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Vallecito Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Haggard's Black Dog Tavern - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito! located?

Located in Forest Lakes, this vacation home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake SImpatico Trailhead and within 12 mi (20 km) of Los Pinos River and North Oak Park. Lavenia McCoy Public Library and Bayfield Town Hall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Pet Friendly, Solitude, 15 Mins to Vallecito! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Refreshed
The beauty of the location was great - -Trying to find the location in the dark on the first night was difficult - -but once we found it - very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet location
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Getaway
We loved the patio, as it is where we spent most of our time. Perfect for star gazing and story-telling. This was a multi-generational trip, and everyone was pleased with their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Trisha K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stressful Stay
We tried to get away from our cell phones but the neighbor complained a lot so we spent the weekend texting back & forth with the property manager. The first night - apparently the outside lights were shining into the neighbor’s bedroom, so I was asked to shut them off early. I couldn’t shut one off; it was on a sensor & shut off late. I was asked to turn the bulb (a thousand-degree floodlight bulb!) I brought our dogs and the neighbor complained about them barking. I found out they recorded the barking so I asked for the audio file. 2 whole barks! Don’t make any noise if you want to stay here. If you have a dog, don’t let it bark. If you have a small dog, the deck does not have adequate protection; one of our shih tzus fell off 12-15 ft. Next, the camera. Property description says it’s there; I thought it was outside. The camera is in the dining/kitchen where everyone gathers. It has a large speaker to capture audio. This was very uncomfortable. We never knew if someone was watching or listening. Beds, shower, amenities were good. No A/C may seem okay in the mountains (we were in early June) but with huge windows it gets hot! At night it was cool. We had to close all the windows when our dogs wanted to play so we wouldn’t bother the neighbor. I learned that even though you pay a heavy pet fee, you are not always protected. Seems like the neighbor does not like that this is a short-term rental. I had hoped the property manager would’ve been more on our side.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and cozy
Great place at the top tier of Forest Lakes... close to National Forest with a lot of hiking access. Fish in the private lake or take a short drive to Vallecito or Lemon reservoirs... great place! I'll stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet
The property was beautiful and the views were amazing. We arrived at sunset so got to enjoy that all the way up the mountain. It seems to be one of the uppermost homes on the mountain. The views from thie living area and loft area were spectacular. The steam room is also great! We used it several times. Sleeping downstairs is a little loud due to the furnace and water heater being in a rather open area downstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Charis C., Salida

Liked: Cleanliness
Bayfield
The rental is great! Was a bit of a drive however overall our stay was quite nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top of the Mountain
We arrived to a beautiful cabin high atop a mountain. The cabin was all closed up & extremely hot. We have stayed in many, many cabins in the area from Jun-Aug and though it is typical for them not to have air conditioning- the other hosts have had windows open & fans turned on so that it is not unbearable. This was not the case here. The 1st night was horrible, no one could sleep because of the stiffling heat & lack of fans. The next night was not as bad because we had windows open all day & it helped but it was still uncomfortably hot. Luckily this place has a huge deck that we spent all of our time on until it was time to go to bed. One creepy thing about the home: there is 1 camera & it faces the deck where I'm sure all guests spend most of their time. I've seen ring door bells & cameras that face outward toward the property but this camera is definitely there to watch it's guests on the deck & that is definitely creepy. The kitchen is well stocked, & so were the bathrooms. Everything was clean & in good shape. Although you are charged a cleaning fee- be prepared to wash towels & all dishes must be cleaned as well. If you are in the area to use Vallecito lake- please be aware it is 30 minutes away. The listing says 10 minutes. I messaged before making my reservation & I was also told 10 min, but it is 30 min drive to the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
A much needed break in a beautiful home
This is the very first time my kids, their spouses, grandson, and doggies were able to get away from all of our home bases and just relax. Lots of pics taken and memories made. The deer! The birdsong! The stars! The view!! The quiet! We absolutely loved it and the vote is unanimous-we will be back here to this home next year. Thanks for letting us use your beautiful home! Kathy D
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay S., ARLINGTON

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bayfield rocks!
June in Colorado is great. Cool temps. Gorgeous green scenery. Rolling hills and majestic mountain peaks seemingly in every direction. A short drive to Durango for shopping and dining. Bayfield is a convenient hub for longer day trips to Silverton and Ouray too. Don’t pass up visiting Honeyville for all the honey products you could wish for. This home we stayed at for our Colorado trip had pretty much everything we needed. Lots of thick towels for hot showers. Good water flow. A great kitchen for putting together meals. Gas stove/oven worked well. Nice furnishings. Spacious deck and high end deck furnishings and umbrellas. A propane grill for those burgers and comfy beds ( though the main level queen could stand a mattress topper as it was a little stiff for our taste.) Oh, and a tea kettle that “sings” when it’s hot! Thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Our doggos loved the daily hikes. We spotted deer and chipmunks along the way. In Bayfield itself, there is a grocery store that will have pretty much everything you need. There’s a very good pizza joint in the same parking lot. There’s a coffee truck in one corner ( didn’t see it until we were leaving.) and back on the 501 slightly behind the shopping center is a nice little place called Baked for breakfast. Very tasty Eggwich sandwiches but also cinnamon rolls and danish and the like. So if you haven’t visited Bayfield, plan your visit today!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023