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Privacy, Wood Burning Stove, 5 Min to Skiing!

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Property grounds
Exterior
TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8208 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Durango, CO
  • Purgatory Resort
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Lake of the Pines
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Electra Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    ‪133 min drive‬

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About the area

Durango

With a stay at this vacation home in Durango (Columbine Lake), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Purgatory Resort and 8 minutes from Animas River. .This vacation home is 26.4 mi (42.5 km) from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Electra Lake.

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 20 min walk
  • Lake of the Pines - 4 min drive
  • Electra Lake - 12 min drive
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 15 min drive
  • Telluride Ski Resort - 96 min drive

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 33 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purgy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Olde Schoolhouse Cafe and Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Village Market & Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bear Bar - ‬4 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.

Privacy, Wood Burning Stove, 5 Min to Skiing!

We welcome you and your family to relax in our comfortable 3-bedroom, 3 bath home with views from every window. Easy/convenient access to the San Juan Mountains, Silverton, Ouray and Durango. Located just minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort and 28 miles from downtown Durango, there is plenty to do in this mountain paradise. This home is located in the Lake Purgatory area, tucked in the forest for privacy.

With the goal of a comfortable and restful stay, we have taken great care to ensure there is everything you need. The master bedroom features a queen-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom. The 2nd and 3rd bedroom (both queens) share a “Jack and Jill” bathroom. Downstairs in another TV/living room with a fold out couch and 1/2 bathroom if you need extra sleeping space for the little ones. Just like home, there is a laundry room with a washer and dryer. The large deck provides enjoyable outdoor living. There are amazing views of the mountain and Lake Purgatory peeking through the Aspens.

Bed Configuration:
Master Bedroom - Queen Bed (Main Level)
2nd Bedroom - Queen Bed (Second Level)
3rd Bedroom - Queen Bed (Second Level)
Lower Level Living Area - Pull Out Sleeper Sofa

Admit it, wouldn't you rather be here?

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.

Please note:
A 4WD/AWD with good tires is REQUIRED December through March. The roads are extremely well maintained; however they are on the steep side in spots and can be slick after a fresh snowstorm or when it warms up and freezes.

Fishing is allowed on the lake, but it is catch and release only. A fishing license is required. Boating/SUP/Flotation devices are not allowed.

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Lorie Naylor

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games room
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

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
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2236 sq ft (208 sq m)

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 security system 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

413464
A Little Piece of Heaven at Lake Purgatory! Durango

Privacy, Wood Burning Stove, 5 Min to Skiing! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mike g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip
Property worked out well for our quick last minute ski trip. Property was clean and well located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Location
The property is in a beautiful peaceful location. Clean, well stocked and comfortable. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful setting, comfortable house
The deck with a lovely view (and a sighting of a bear!) was our favorite part. The house was roomy for the four of us, the furnishings were comfortable. Our one complaint was that the kitchen wasn't very well equipped -- a coffeemaker, but no filters, for example.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

lena E., Mountainburg arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and secluded
We loved our time at the Wren’s Nest. We saw a bear from the back deck (!) and made friends with the chipmunks. Perfect location to feel like you are in the nature part of CO, yet a quick drive into the town of Durango.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie S.

Purgatory
Chains & 4 wheel drive required for the driveway. Bring your own steak knives.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

jil b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a couple minutes from skiing at purgatory
Very clean property. Exactly as presented in photos. No unpleasant odors anywhere which was a pleasant surprise as it is quite old and dated. Beds are very comfortable. All the appliances work great Beautiful views from every window, quiet neighborhood, feels very secluded. The driveway is incredibly steep and the snowplow gets there whenever it does so take heed to the forewarning to have a 4wd and chains I would suggest the owner take some time to organize the kitchen - there is a shortage of normal sized glasses , no steak knives, no sharp knives and no knife sharpener. There is an over abundance of plates, pots, multiple coffee makers , multiple food processors . Could use more in the way of tongs, spatulas and large serving utensils. And a bit more household supplies - we were a family of 5 for 8 nights and cooked all our meals there so ran out of trash bags and dishwasher detergent. It is great to have 2and a half baths. They notified us ahead of time there would only be 9 rolls of toilet paper so glad we brought extra .
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango Stay
Overall the experience was great. It was unfortunate that the lake was unavailable this summer. The house was dated but in good shape.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy I.

Wrens nest
The property is in a great location. Needs some updating inside and cleaning of spider webs around the inside of house. There were a few stains on carpet and beds but overall clean property. Bathrooms were on each floor, which was nice. Views of aspen trees and lake were beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C., McLoud, OK

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely house in the aspens
Love the location. This house is extremely clean. Awesome view of the stars at night with all the open windows in living area. Chipmunk were fun to watch. Bring bug repellent if outside a lot, the misquotes come out in the evening and early mornings due to the surroundings. Appliance are dated but work effectively. Furniture is also dated, a little broke down, but still comfy and clean. Ready to come back. We were the 2nd guest in this house, had some issues, but management was quick to respond to needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019