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

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

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 or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Elliptical machine
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Treadmill
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4500 sq ft (418 sq m)

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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 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, 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

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 53 min drive - 38.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hermosa Creek Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪J Bar J Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ice Pirates - ‬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 Animas River and Cliffs at Tamarron. Durango Hot Springs Spa and Jones Creek Trailhead are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house!
We enjoyed staying at this beautiful house for my husband's 40th birthday trip. I would strongly recommend. Tons of space for a large group of family and friends of various ages to spread out and relax. Location was very close to the spa/hot springs, downtown Durango, and the railroad. Kitchen was very well stocked to prepare breakfasts and dinners for a large group! Views and the outdoor areas were beautiful. Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
Quiet and beautiful both inside and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Shirley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Convenient location in southern Colorado! We enjoyed this lovely & comfortable home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

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

Les D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Great property for our whole family and close to everything we wanted to see. Close to skiing, town, and community center.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

L R., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spring break getaway!
The house was absolutely perfect & even better than advertised! All 3 families loved every minute of our much needed getaway! We loved the convenient midway location between town & ski slopes!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugenio C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
The property is beautiful with breathtaking views. Size was perfect for our group (15 adults). Would definetly stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
durango family trip
Excellant beautiful home on the edge of wilderness, we loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Nici G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We spent 5 nights in this gorgeous home! Great location, completely stocked and lots of personal touches. Lots of room for everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property and Awesome Family Time
This is the second time we have rented this property and we just love it!! Room to spread out, game room is awesome and location is to die for!! We will be booking again for a repeat vacay with the grandkids.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

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

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home
We had a great time! The house was big and the porch was amazing! We ate dinner on the porch every night and then hung out and played games and had a fire. It was a good location, not too far from everything we wanted to do. Would definitely recommend as a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed
It was an amazing experience and want to come again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, lovely views.
Excellent experience for our family of 18. The house was carefully designed and equipped beyond our expectations; we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was close to hiking and the mountains.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

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

Danea B.

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

Jace R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for multiple family ski trip!
We loved everything about this property! The attention to detail throughout the entire house made our stay easy and comfortable. Got a significant amount of snow and had someone clearing the driveway by mid morning. Are hoping to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Charlene V.

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

10/10 Excellent

Raul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Purgatory 2023
Very nice house. Great location. Easy to get to ski area and to Durango. Excellent surrounding views. Attentive and responsive homeowner. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

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

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fantastic Property
We celebrated a 70th birthday with 8 adults and 6 children (2 infants). The house was clean, roomy, and well-stocked. The outside front deck is fabulous and we ate all our meals out there and played games at night. We are talking about a return trip!! The communication with the owner was easy and prompt.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimi S.

Amazing home with spectacular views!
We stayed here during recently and it was perfect for us. We had 3 generations and in-laws. The place was perfect to have everyone together as well as to spread out to the outside porch, living room, game room, fitness area, or retreat to one of the beautifully decorated rooms. The views are incredible and are literally 360 degrees. It's close to Durango to still hang out in town, but we loved that it was out of town and nestled in the forest. We saw several deer and a white mink. We rode the winter train, which we highly recommend. We heard the Polar Express train ride is amazing, but buy your tickets early (we didn't think to do that). Prior to coming the owners were quick to respond to questions we had and when we had a problem there, they responded immediately and corrected the situation. They even provided a high chair and a couple gates, which was nice so we didn't have to travel with them. If you're planning a trip to Durango, this is a great home to stay.