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Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path

Library House

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Downtown Durango is at your fingertips when you book this lovely two-bedroom vacation rental. Just one block from the Animas River, this home-away-from-home boasts all of the standard comforts, including a private washer/dryer, free wireless internet, and a wood-burning fireplace.

The Durango Public Library is a few minutes' walk away, next to a bike path that hugs the banks of the Animas River. Downtown Durango is a little more than a mile away via the bike path, or half a mile by car. Purgatory Resort is 26 miles away, and Mesa Verde National Park is 36 miles west.

Situated on one of Durango's quiet residential streets, this cozy home is the perfect no-frills retreat for a small family or two couples who want easy access to the city's attractions. Bright and airy with modern decor, this home has everything you need for a successful vacation.

The home features a spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, which faces the wood-burning fireplace and the wall-mounted flatscreen TV. On cold evenings, what could be better than luxuriating in the warmth of a fire?

If you feel like cooking, the fully equipped galley-style kitchen is ready for everything from a leisurely brunch to a quick pre-adventure snack. There's even a dishwasher for easy cleanup. A dining room table seats five.

Up to four guests are welcome to stay at this two-bedroom, one-bathroom home. Each bedroom features a queen-size bed. One of the bedrooms overlooks the fenced backyard.

Whatever you're interested in, Durango has something to offer you. Hop on your bike and head downtown, enjoying scenic views of the Animas River as you coast along the path. Stroll along the city streets, perusing museums, art galleries, and shops, before stopping for a bite to eat or a beer from one of the local breweries.

During the winter, head north to Purgatory Resort for skiing, snowboarding, dog sledding, sleigh rides, and snowshoe tours. In summer, go for a hike in Mesa Verde National Park and explore the Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings, then cool off with a rafting trip down the Animas River.

However you choose to spend your time in Southwest Colorado, you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable trip. Don't miss out on this convenient Durango vacation rental!

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 1.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Colorado

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1096 sq ft (102 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 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 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 first aid kit
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

8679

About the neighborhood

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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Animas River Trail - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 5 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪11th Street Station - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Happy Pappys Pizza n Wings - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Nayarit - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Libre - Taqueria & Cocktails - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path located?

Situated in Durango, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Columba Catholic Church, Animas River, and Durango Fish Hatchery and Education and Nature Center. Durango Discovery Museum and Durango Community Recreation Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home
Nice kitchen equipped with everything we needed for several day stay. Comfortable beds. Close to river trail a block away and couple minutes' drive to grocery store and downtown. Perfect for us driving to Mesa Verde NP, Telluride, Silverton, Ouray. Montrose.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
Had a great time. Could walk to town and the river trail. Clean and supplied well. The deer visited the area every day. It was perfect for me and my bestie to have a great time in Durango. Only comments that need changing would be dining room lights were too dim and door lock was a little finicky
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

anja l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to Durango
Very nice small rental. Close to town, so able to walk to downtown area. House was nice , but nothing in back yard. A grill or seating might be nice. Overall, enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base for Durango/SW Colorado adventures!
Was looking for a Durango location on a budget and found the Library House. I was a little concerned initially because it seemed too good price-wise to be true! But my brother is in the area and checked it out and said it was quiet neighborhood by the library so we booked it. It worked out perfectly for our needs 2 adults, 2 teenagers with an busy agenda of outdoor activities around the area. We did not end up using much of the food prep/kitchen stuff provided because we ate out, but it seemed to have everything you could want. Beds, pillows, etc were all comfy. Son ended up sleeping on the couch he liked it so much. Older house, so wooden floors in bedroom were squeaky during midnight bathroom trips, but otherwise fine. One bathroom with 4 people was a bit challenging, but not a big deal. We had great weather - might have gotten a bit of cabin fever if we were stuck inside all day for multiple days but it was cozy for our needs. My husband went out early each morning to walk on the river trail and enjoy the botanical gardens by the library. Close drive to grocery store and restaurants, as well as downtown Durango. House looks like it needs some attention on the outside, but like I said, was perfect for our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TORI H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business getaway
We were here on business. So much nicer and easier to have a little home away from home without staying in a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation rental
Great vacation rental, lots of needed items provided, but couldn't find a toaster. Great central location. Small amount of parking, seems to be the case in all Durango neighborhoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Ronald A., Chico, Calfornia

Disliked: Cleanliness
would not recommend
Needs deep cleaning, sanitization, and air purifier, inadequate lighting, lacked basic cleaning items (vinegar and baking soda would do) The cleaning spray bottle was empty. The bed in 2nd bedroom is poor; front door needs a lock on the inside, the device to open front door is sketchy / tempramental . The pillows were old and malodorous, the sheets were clean but the duvet and shams were soiled. One smelled of perfume and most others were quite smelly and stained. We arrived at night on a very dark street and there was no exterior light available for us. We were not expecting a mansion but cleanliness and safety are essential. Would not recommend. the
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Stayed here with my husband and two boys ages 6 and 8. Very nice yard for play. We brought bikes and the street was quiet and safe enough to ride around. The house was clean and comfortable. Location was convenient for a quick drive downtown. We were happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location, easy access to town and river trail. House as described. Cozy and spacious. Comfy bed!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Joe C.

great location, could be much better with a little work
We loved the location near the river path and downtown. There were a few small issues: internet router/connection was different than what was on the welcome email. We were really looking forward to the treehouse but the entrance has been taken down, the property doesnt reflect the pictures listed. Some of the dishes were dirty in the cabinets, the faucet was loose and dripped. Minor stuff but easy to fix, especially for the cost of the rental. Note: there is no cable or TV service, we bought a cheap roku.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable stay minutes from the river walk
The house was sparkling clean when we arrived with nice cool temps for us to come in after a hot day of traveling. Simple home, but very clean and comfortable. Saw a deer run by while drinking coffee outside in the morning. Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango library house
Have stayed here before and enjoyed it as before. Some minor issues that could be addressed, need an extra light in living to read by. I actually moved a light from bedroom which was less than ideal. Hinges on gate access to back yard are about to go. Taking trash cans through that gate proved to be tricky.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

gail b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango weekend
We were concerned when lock box was hard to open. After several minutes, my husband was able to retrieve the key. When we opened the door, the carpet was very dirty. Not a very good first impression! Other than these two issues, the property was fine. Kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location. Awesome front porch! Loved walking to Animas River and enjoyed walking to coffee shop at the library. Well equipped. The lighting in living room is very poor and needs improvement. The lights also flicker. There are significant stains on carpet
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Halle Y., Salt Lake City, Utah

Comfy & Cozy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Plenty of room for the 4 of us with everything we needed stocked. The only thing that we were bummed about was that we couldn’t get the fireplace to open, so we were unable to use it. Not sure if it was. locked or jammed, but it would have been nice to have a fire as it snowed our first night there. Besides that, we loved everything! It was so close to downtown and easily walkable to several places. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Joanne W.

Loved the location. Kitchen well equipped. Beds comfortable. Heat & air worked well.
Could do with a small patio in the back yard & a grill.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., Show Low, Arizona

Home and location were great.
There are some minor maintenance issues - light bulbs being burned out, carpet stained in a number of places, floor tiles cracked in the kitchen but overall home was comfy and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

#158708 S.

Needs some improvements
Great location. Bad parking, neighbors take the spaces. Beds/pillows sheets uncomfortable. House/porch needed a good cleaning. Fan in bathroom and back gate not working. Nosy neighbors next door and rowdy college kids on other side. Could be a great house but needs improvement!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

craig s.

Nice location, clean, but HOT in the summer.
House has a great convenient location. Everything was clean. But not an ideal place for a summer stay, Colorado homes need air conditioning in this new era of weather, in the 90’s you could get away with no AC in the summer in Colorado. All the windows don’t open, and some that do don’t have screens. So when you try to cool the house down with two box fans, it doesn’t work too well. Pretty tough to sleep at night, throw in the smoke from the fires and it was a pretty miserable experience. Neighbors are also pretty loud and stay up late, so again, with the windows open, it’s not exactly peaceful. Probably fine in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Mindy B.

Miserable
NO AIR! The house was 82 degrees at 9pm. We decided to leave 8 hours after our arrival. The property manager was extremely hard to get in touch with. Several emails from myself and the Vacasa team were sent. I finally heard from him four days later. Poor customer service! The house also had cleanliness issues, blood stained pillow, coffee pot that had mold on the inside and a moldy shower curtain. I was assured all those issues were taking care of. The managers response to no air was open the windows and let the air circulate. I did receive the refund I requested (I’m appreciative), the house was cute and in a good location. It’s 2018 put in a cooling unit! If not specify there’s NO COOLING UNIT.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Great size for a family of four, perfect location to everything
Loved the nice size of the kitchen, dining room was roomy, lots of lounging space in living room. Bedrooms ok sized, bathroom didn't have any counter space so I used the top of the dresser for my toiletries etc. No AC but we ran the blower which helped. Perfect location 1/2 mile north of downtown and a block from library and Animas River. Saw 4-5 deer in the neighborhood one morning. Wish the treehouse wasn't pictured as there is no ladder and Vacasa did not have one (safety reasons). My little girls were disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Henry Clay R.

An older home with great personality.
1 block from the Animas River trail. Then go down 1 block to the Animas microbrewery with great beer and food. We were just a few blocks from downtown and the Durango & Silverton train station. If you feel stress in Durango, you need to find another life.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Maylin G.

Clean and close to downtown
We had a great visit to Durango and enjoyed staying in this home. It has everything you would need and is much more convenient than staying in a hotel. Nice location. There’s a big Vacation Rental sign in the window and the entire neighborhood (including the mailman) knew we were from out of town. And some of the furniture is a little outdated (kitchen table, bed headboard). Other than that everything was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Terrific place to stay!
This little house was just perfect for my husband and I. Great beds and linens, walking distance to town, quiet street, everything we needed in the kitchen and really, really clean. We had a great time. Thank you for sharing this house. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kat F.

Close enough to everything!
Great well maintained house in quite neighborhood. Comfortable living area and dining room. Kitchen well stocked for cooking. Comfy beds. Very easy to get to downtown within 5-10 minutes driving. Walking distance to beautiful Animas River Trail. Awesome home base to day trip from. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017