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Million Dollar Views on Lake Purgatory! Only 1 Mile to Ski Resort!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Purgatory Resort
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Lake of the Pines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Electra Lake
    ‪13 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 within a 5-minute drive of Purgatory Resort and Animas River. .This family-friendly vacation home is 26.6 mi (42.8 km) from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Electra Lake.

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 18 min walk
  • Lake of the Pines - 5 min drive
  • Electra Lake - 13 min drive
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 16 min drive
  • Telluride Ski Resort - 97 min drive

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 37 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purgy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Olde Schoolhouse Cafe and Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Village Market & Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bear Bar - ‬5 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.

Million Dollar Views on Lake Purgatory! Only 1 Mile to Ski Resort!

**LAST MINUTE SPECIALS**

Stunning custom home overlooking the gorgeous Lake Purgatory! Take in amazing views from every room in the house. Hike down to the trout-filled lake from the incredible wrap-around deck. And enjoy evenings under the stars in the picture-perfect hot tub nestled in a forest of Aspen trees and Evergreens. While you'll never want to leave this mountain gem, you're just minutes to Purgatory Resort and some of the best skiing and hiking around.

As you enter through the front door and walk up a few stairs, you're greeted by a warm and open living space. All new carpet installed as of September 2024. The family room features a dramatic stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows so you can view the mountains and the lake at all times. Living room furnishings include leather couches, recliner and large coffee table—perfect for game night. There's also a Smart TV (bring your NetFlix and Hulu credentials and pick up where you left off), Starlink WiFi and cabinet full of games. Satellite TV subscription as well.

Next to the living room and centered in the house is the custom kitchen, featuring granite countertops, gas stove/range, toaster oven, griddle, toaster, crock pot, coffee maker, pots, pans, dishes and all your cooking essentials.

The dining area is furnished with Pottery Barn table, chairs and bench, and windows that face the north with great views of Engineer Peak, almost 13,000 feet in elevation. Additional seating can be found at the bar stools.

The master bedroom is located on the main floor and has its own private door to access the outdoor deck. Views from all rooms are exceptional, but the master is particularly great. The corner room gives you views of the trees, lake and mountain peaks. There is also a twin size trundle bed tucked underneath the king master bed (new cooling hybrid mattress in July 2022). The master bathroom features a deep soaking tub, double sink, and separate walk-in shower.

Head upstairs and you're welcomed by a large loft with a sitting area and small office work place. Not that you'll want to work, but if you have to, this is just the spot. The loft opens up to the living room and that fantastic wall of windows. A new couch and sleeper sofa (as of fall 2022) is upstairs so we can now accommodate 10 guests. Also upstairs is a TV, DVD player and assortment of DVDs. Perfect for a kids' movie night!

Also upstairs are two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The first bedroom includes a queen size bed and walk-in closet. The second bedroom is a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds (new memory foam mattress in July 2022). The bunk room can sleep 4 and also features a large walk-in closet.

Additionally, there is a full sized washer/dryer on the main floor and separate mudroom downstairs.

Since this property is right on the lake, there is a canoe at your disposal. It is Colorado state law for anyone under age 16 to have a life vest on (also available to you). Take some fishing poles with you and try your luck at catching some trout! Please catch and release.

During the summer months, there is a commercial grade, 8-person picnic table with umbrella and lights so you can enjoy all the views of Lake Purgatory and the San Juan mountains. The weather is usually very nice in the summer so there is no A/C, which is common for houses at this altitude. Just open the windows and enjoy fresh mountain air.

The family-friendly Purgatory Ski Resort is just 1.5 miles down the road. Winter activities include skiing, tubing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, snowmobile adventures and more! Summer activities include hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, alpine slide, zipline, scenic chairlifts, summer tubing, and the new mountain coaster.

Land line available in the house in case cell phone coverage is spotty. Unlimited domestic long-distance available at no additional cost.

No outside boats allowed on the lake. Only the permitted canoe that comes with the house has been inspected and tagged with a sticker.

Fishing is catch and release.

No pets allowed.


****WINTER months driving requirements (or when snow is present): 4x4 with great tires. If you don't have great tires, then chains are required, per home association rules. AWD vehicles require chains or snow tires. 2-wheel drive vehicles prohibited in winter or when snow is present. You cannot make it up the driveway without following these rules. This is a warning to take very seriously. Lake Purgatory drive is an unpaved dirt road and there are a couple hills that can make winter travel treacherous if you don't have the right equipment. ****

CO Sales Tax #: 32319166
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Dave Ragan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski lift privelages
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking of any kind is allowed on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack-and-play, high chair, & safety gates

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 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

Million Dollar Views on Lake Purgatory! Only 1 Mile to Ski Resort! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertised - Beautiful Views and Nice Property
Our family (4 adults, 5 children) stayed here over winter break to ski at Purgatory and enjoy the beautiful location. The property is perfectly sited above a lake with views of the mountain ridges nearby and a short drive to skiing. The hot tub was a big highlight where we could enjoy the views in complete privacy. The property owner (Dave) provided lots of useful information about the property, neighborhood, and surrounding area so we felt ready to enjoy our visit. The caretaker (Jonathan) was helpful to answer questions about the property and even offered to pick up bread from Durango while he was in town. We would love to return in the summer to hike and check out lake Purgatory when it's not frozen. Truly enjoyable visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home, beautiful surroundings
We enjoyed our stay at this home. The back patio, fire pit, hot tub were enjoyed soaking in the beautiful weather. Great house for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brittanni B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ski Getaway
Overall we give the property 3 stars. Home was clean, but not dusted, many furnishings were layered in dust. Light bulbs flickered most of the trip only to find they were not screwed in all the way, which could’ve been fixed had a maintenance assessment been completed. It seemed like someone staythere frequently- baby diapers, baby gates, and personal clothing in master drawers.*** There is no access to the master closet which makes bringing clothes up and down 2nd floor stairs problematic.*** Seemed to be an electrical shortage in the home, several of us got shocked when turning lights on or off. Good location with close proximity to Purgatory for skiers and those that want to be outside of Durango though.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, incredible house, unbelievable view!
This home is first class! We stayed here while we skied at Wolf Creek. The home was an oasis and the perfect place for us to wind down by the fire each night! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and gorgeous views of the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Blessed and Breathtaking
Millions dollar views and so much more! Conveniently located to the ski resort with restaurants, stores for quick shopping needs, and just 20 minutes to Honeyville and the Hot Springs and 25 minutes to Durango. We enjoyed our stay gratefully and with hope of returning. The home was warm, cozy, functional and magical. It housed moments that created memories that we all will cherish for a lifetime. We are truly blessed and grateful! Loved the extra thought to place a real Christmas tree in the living room. It was such a nice welcome to this special home. ♡
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This property is glorious. Seriously. It was beautiful, scenic, all utilities worked without a hitch. The hot tub, appliances and accommodations were stellar.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location/great house
This house was perfect for my family of 4. We loved the location and the accommodations were great. More difficult to get to the lake than I imagined- but we made it. We were there when the leaves were changing and it was breathtaking!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA S., Taylorsville, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on the lake
Wonderful vacation home! Great location - not too close, not too far from Durango. Easy day trips to Mesa Verde National Park, Silverton and Ouray. Lots of great hiking very close too.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
We rented for a long weekend. The house was amazing. Has everything anyone would need to relax and be comfortable. Beautiful location and we enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S., Waco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and location
Beautiful deck and surroundings and close to mountain resort. Nice private lake with canoe and paddleboat. Very responsive to our requests.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mindy h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We loved our vacation! We will be booking again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This property was very nice, the views were wonderful. It met the needs of the whole family. The list of hiking trails & things to do were very helpful. Thanks for allowing us to stay at your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Relaxing Stay
Our family stayed at this home for 3 nights and loved every minute! It was close enough yet far enough away from Durango! The home is very spacious, well equipped, clean and comfortable. We felt right at home and were welcomed by the property manager who was great! Fantastic views, even with an abundance of snow surrounding the property. The road to the home was perfectly clear and easy to navigate. Best part is how quiet it is and how clear the sky is to see the best view of the Colorado stars! We would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the slopes!!
Great spot for enjoying the slopes and then returning to a cozy home with fire place and hot tub! If it is snowing making sure you have 4x4 drive and maybe even chains.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setup!
We arrived to a immaculately clean home that was already warmed up! Less than a 2 minute drive to the ski area. We loved our stay and would definitely return. Thank you. Just needed the outdoor trash can to be available..
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Tina N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but concerns.
This property was beautiful and in a great location. Close to Purgatory Ski Resort! The property does need a deep cleaning, dryer needs maintained, and cook stove needs attention. However the owner Dave was very helpful and apologetic and returned my cleaning fee. I believe any family would enjoy staying at this property if these issues are addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property in Lake Purgatory!
We loved this house SO much! The perfect location and a beautiful property. The host was very accommodating and kind. The caretaker was incredibly nice and always willing to help. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home
House was perfect for our family stay. Host was super responsive to messages. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We had an amazing vacation at this house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place, good location.
We enjoyed our stay. There were no surprises or disappointments. The house was easy drive to Silverton or Durango. The owner was very easy to work with and wanted to make sure that everything was right for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miles V., BROOKLYN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for hiking, fishing and relaxing.
Great house. Thanks for sharing. Humming birds galore. Five or more on the feeders at one time. Plus there is a marmot family living in a den right off the deck. All the other reviews are right. The house is awesome and has everything you need. There are a bunch of great hikes right in the area. Spud lake was easy and nice, however, the road to get there is rough. Purgatory flats to the Animas is a really nice hike that is minutes from the house. Fishing at Cascade Creek a couple of minutes down the road is a lot fun and the brook trout over there love the dry fly (elk hair caddis worked great). Recommend highly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guss S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
Second time staying here. Love everything about this place. Property is in great shape, and owner makes effort to keep things in top shape. We had zero issues with anything. Amazing view every morning. Only have been here during the summer and it is such a nice break from the heat. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M., Wauwatosa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for hiking in/around Silverton, Lake Purgatory + Durango
I picked this house for our family's hiking vacation primarily based on its location. NAILED IT. While Durango is a great city for restaurants, etc. (we drove there for dinner each night, about 30 mts), the good hiking IMO is N of Lake Purgatory where this property is. It was one of the best houses I could find where it was not a cabin-type feel (N of here there is a lot of that on VRBO). All of our hikes including Ice/Island Lakes, Highland Mary Loop, Colorado Trail N of Little Molas, etc. were between 30 mts and 1 hour N of the VRBO. If we would have stayed in Durango, that would have tacked on another 30-40 mts of driving. The house is big, well made and situated on a quiet lake. We did not use the canoe or paddleboat, but they are available. Very pretty. Great bathrooms. Only thing to note is that the throw rug in living room was dirty, but that didn't bother me - just surprised me b/c the house was SO nice. Owner was very responsive. Very low maintenance in terms of what he wanted us to do for check out vs. other VRBOS. I was surprised the WiFi was as good as it was for a house in the mountains. Much better than other rentals we have had (we were in Ridgway last summer hiking same area). I would definitely recommend this house to anyone looking to hike or explore in/around Silverton, Lake Purgatory + Durango
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022