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Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8346.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Perins Peak State Wildlife Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango Community Recreation Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking

Hawk House

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This beautiful cabin-style home in Durango will have you wrapped in upscale comfort and convenience from the moment you walk through the door. With three bedrooms, lovely lake and mountain views, close proximity to town and hiking, and high-end amenities, this home is the perfect choice for three couples, one or two families, or seniors looking to get away from it all for some quality R&R.

This home is only four miles west of Durango in the Falls Creek area. You'll be somewhat secluded (though there are several close neighbors), with the trailhead to Colorado Trail one short mile away and Purgatory Resort is 29 miles away. Enjoy high-quality downhill and boarding in the winter, hiking in the summer, wildflowers in the spring, and autumnal colors in the fall. When you want to explore the town of Durango, check out the Animas Museum, the narrow gauge railroad, Henry Strater Theater, and casual and fine dining.

The vaulted wood plank ceilings, log walls, and wood-burning slate rock fireplace create a cozy, warm atmosphere for your evenings spent with a good movie on the cable TV. The large deck offers a bench and chairs for lounging while you take in amazing views of Turtle Lake and the surrounding ridges and foothills. The full kitchen with stainless appliances beckons you to create sumptuous meals made from recipes you find online with the free WiFi. If you prefer something more casual, the gas grill awaits your next delicious barbecue dinner. You'll also have a private, stacked washer/dryer as an added convenience.

Indulge in this splendid mountain home and have the time of your life in Durango. Book it today!

Things to Know


Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Durango

Located in Turtle Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area and Hillcrest Golf Club. The Powerhouse and Durango Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Perins Peak State Wildlife Area - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Animas River - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Animas Mountain Trailhead - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 13 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pop Sushi Durango - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Durango Joe's Drive Thru - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chainless Brewing - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking?

As of 22 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$574, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Inviting cabin with lovely lake & mountain views - close to town & hiking located?

Located in Turtle Lake, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and within 6 miles (10 km) of Durango Community Recreation Center and St. Columba Catholic Church. Animas Museum and Durango Fish Hatchery and Education and Nature Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Subhadeep C.

This place is great

This home has a great deck overlooking the lake and mountains. Every little thing in this home is carefully designed. Only suggestion from my end is if the mattresses can be upgraded with newer ones .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Grad Getaway

Beautiful just outside of Durango, great views, spacious, lots of wildlife... worked perfect for our family for a Graduation Getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Great space for a milestone birthday celebration!

The Hawk House is set in a beautiful location with stunning views. We were entertained by lots of wildlife on the property. The kitchen was very well stocked, and the sitting and eating areas were perfect! There were many day trip opportunities, and while we couldn't take advantage of all of them, we visited Mesa Verde National Park, drove the Million Dollar Highway, visited the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, and spent time at the Nighthorse Reservoir.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Three generations (not all of them, but enough)

The house is beautiful - we really loved the epic porch - perfect to sipping your morning coffee or tea! The western sun does hit the porch hard up until the sun goes down, but then it cools off pretty quickly again. Know there is no AC - so close your windows before 9 to keep the heat from getting in! The sheer number of light switches was amazing and confusing - we should have had the kids go around to identify which switches powered which lights! None of us had any issues with the beds (couple of reviews mentioned they were hard), I was in the upstairs queen bedroom and one night i put the box fan into the window to bring in the outside air - it was amazing. This house is managed by Vacasa - after I had booked it on VRBO as a three bedroom, I was contacted by them and it was quite easy to work with them. NOTE - the downstairs bedroom/studio is an open concept with full kitchen and the couch is a pullout. Since we had rented the whole house, we unlocked the staircase doors so we could go between internally instead of outside. I'm sending some notes directly to Vacasa for improvements, but will definitely stay here again! We saw a bunch of deer, but no other wildlife for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

The Great Hawk House

Great location--Very nice house--Great views-- Only issue was I had to call Vacasa because I was only given code for top floor lockbox---They put me in touch with someone who gave me a correct code for the bottom floor. The house was perfect for our family. Will definitely stay there again.
Verified

4/10 Poor

M/T W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very disappointed!

This place was listed as a NEW cabin. We found a dried up french fry on the night stand, rugs had visible debris, a bottle cap was left on a table, etc. I thought I was renting through VRBO but ended up dealing with a company called VACASA. We arrived at check-in only to find issues with codes they gave us. There were instructions for HOA/Gated entrance - there was no such thing. The 2nd unit needed a code - we did not have it. The property manager showed up minutes after we did and helped us get into the property. She said she lived 1 1/2 hours away so we knew we could not count on her for help. She had to call in a maintenance man for help. He was the most helpful of all! He brought us detergent when we ran out. The quantities they had provided were not sufficient for our 5 night stay. The bbq grills did not work. Screens had holes. French door was hard to open/close and would inadvertently lock leaving people on the deck to get in by way of the lock box. We had left change on a night stand and it was missing when we went to get it. Kitchen items were not all clean when we went to use them. We had to wash them before we could use them. No instructions for use of TV/cable/streaming which was very difficult to figure out. With the help of the maintenance man, we were able to use the system. There were no instructions for linens when we checked out. In my reviews I had used the Premier Host filter, so I assumed this was a Premier Host property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Location saved it

Awkward check in (no keys to downstairs) and a big empty space where tv in main room supposed to be. Beautiful location and house we but all had complaints about our mattresses. Maybe an upgrade in that area will match rest of house. Can’t beat the views though!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Amazing views, amazing location.

Perfect location for our little getaway. What great views of the lake and surrounding scenery. Saw a few deer as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Hawk House

Wonderful home! Stocked like no other home that we have rented in 35 years! Thank you for your view!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Hawk House

Perfect location for family vacation. Amazing views. Comfortable, well equipped house. Works great with children.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

I R.

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

cabin with view

Lovely, comfortable cabin with incredible views only 10 minutes from Durango
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy B.

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

Great House and Great Location

The house is beautiful and the views are incredible! My family really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

Company retreat

My two business partners and I rented this property to do a retreat for a small business the focuses on teaching engineering short courses. The three of us spent the weekend working on our course content. This property was ideal for this activity. Very quite and good web access. It is located a couple of miles from downtown, so we had easy access to grocery shopping, restaurants and the Durango Rec Center. We had all but of one of our meals in the rental and it had all the necessary kitchen items for our meal prep. The rest of the house was very comfortable. I would highly recommend this property. Two minor improvements I'd suggest: 1. one side of the toaster is broken. 2. We could have use some instructions on the radiant heat system. We could not figure out how to lower the temperature. Changing the temperature settings on the thermostats did not seem to change anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nicole D.

Beautiful home

The home is very beautiful and in a quiet location. Great views from the deck and the kitchens were well equipped. Location was great, quick drive to town yet very peaceful. The downstairs was locked for some reason so we had to call for assistance on that, it was resolved quickly. Only real complaint is that the two garbage bins in the garage were almost completely full when we arrived which was challenging for a 5 night stay with 6 people.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Great Place!

We just finished a small family reunion with three couples. The place was great for us. The views and setting were just what we needed. It’s secluded but close a wonderful town. We enjoyed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Beautiful!!!

This house is beautiful with stellar views. We were in Durango for a family wedding, and it was a great gathering spot. The only glitch was that the lower level was locked and we could not access. A call to the property manager was immediately returned however, and the situation remedied. Great spot!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim N.

sweet solitude

This property is so well maintained and updated and stocked that you need not worry about a thing but letting go and relaxing. That is exactly what we did. We went into town to ride the Polar Express and buy groceries, otherwise we were looking at the incredible view and sleeping in very comfortable beds. Only one snag, the grill did not work to grill our steaks one night but the kitchen had an oven with a broiler and it worked perfectly. Security and technology was sufficient and if we wanted to we could have watch TV (we chose to enjoy the view and quiet time). This was a family gathering with grandchildren and their parents and it was exactly what we needed to get in the Christmas spirit. Thank you to the owners for sharing this beautiful home, and to the property manager for responding so quickly to help us get in to the house, the key codes were a bit scrambled to the down stairs efficiency apt.. The property is just far enough from town to make you think you are in the wilderness yet so close to town that you know you can get there and back in short order. I can see that the warning about needed 4 wheel drive is warranted as the approach to the drive way is just steep enough that you could slip and slide. All in all we are so thankful to have had the good fortune to enjoy this wonderful property. I strongly suggest that you continue to charge the cleaning fee and use the same service you currently use to prepare the house for next guests as the place was set up just right!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Lovely private mountain home, yet close to town

Hawk House was perfect for our family. Everyone had their own room and private bath. The kitchen - dining - great room has breathtaking views! We spent time on the wrap-around deck taking in the scenery and watching deer on the property. Perfect blend of mountain retreat yet close to town. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent S.

Beautiful home close to town and trails

Rented house for guys trip. It was awesome. We hiked all day, made dinners at the house and watched the stars at night from the massive deck overlooking the lake. It is fairly secluded yet close to town. I would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Gorgeous views

The house was really nice, but a little under stocked. There was only one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, and limited toiletries. Not enough conditioner or soap for each bathroom. Hand soap would have been nice since we had two sick people with us. Also no blow dryers which is just something that is expected at a rental. Other than those minor details we thought it was gorgeous and really enjoyed being close to Durango.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Araceli B.

Beautiful view

Perfect and so relaxing 😎
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindi C.

Beautiful Home

Great location, close to everything, and Uber friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

CINDI C.

Beautiful Cabin

A small group of friends stayed and enjoyed ourselves. We fit in some skiing and night life. We also grilled some steaks and played cards. We could not have asked for a better cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roy C.

Great Place!

Very much enjoyed the clean atmosphere, nearby downtown Durango, and the beautiful lake from the living room windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darla R.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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