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Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors!

Ski condo with ski-in/ski-out access and fitness centre

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The view. As the sun sets, the shadows climb the mountains.
This is the real, actual, not photoshopped view from our balcony!
Our place from below. Yes that is a real waterfall!
Looking at our building from the main lodge - it's that close!
When you walk in, you're home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6118.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of the Pines
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    ‪156 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 King Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors!

The East Rim buildings were some of the first residences at Purgatory so the builders had dibs on the best location possible! Steps from everything while being private and quiet with the most amazing mountain views. 

We are directly across the street from the Purgatory Lodge reception and perched right on the cliff overlooking the Twilight Mountains. Did we mention the waterfall right next to the building? You also have your own private parking next to the condo.

Come inside and you will find two stories with the living area upstairs and bedrooms downstairs. The living area is open and centers around the wood-burning fireplace and the brand-new deck with unobstructed views of Twilight Peak, the Needles Mountains, and the Weminuche Wilderness. The well-appointed kitchen lets the cook work their magic while still being part of the action or you can gather on the deck and grill. There is plenty of seating and a king-size Murphy bed (with a true king mattress) that can be folded down at the end of the evening for those extra guests to get a good night's sleep - life is too short to sleep on a pull-out couch! There is also a full bath with a tub and glass panel shower.

Downstairs you have 2 bedrooms, each with its own access to the full bathroom. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, large flat-screen TV, and plenty of windows as well as your own door to an outside ground-level patio. The 2nd bedroom has a Full/Twin bunk bed that is ideal for kids. We caution that the top bunk should not sleep anyone over 150 pounds.
There is also a full washer/dryer, ski locker, boot warming area, and much more. The bathrooms were completely replaced in 2021, new bunks and master bed in 2021, new Murphy bed in 2021, new paint and decks in 2021, and new carpet and tile throughout in 2022.

As a guest in our home, you get access to the resort's heated pool, hot tub, and fitness center all located right across the street at Purgatory Lodge. Towels, change rooms and showers are provided at the Lodge.

The condo is surrounded by the San Juan National Forest and there is plenty of great hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and more that you can walk to or within a 15-minute drive. There is a small lake across the road that you can paddle-board on. There are a limited number of restaurants and bars but they all have a lot of character - try the pizza at Schoolhouse, sliders on the deck at the Nugget (and live music), or finer dining at Lift Restaurant or Moose and Squirrel's.

Silverton is a true 'old west' town and the northern terminus of the DSNGRR narrow gauge steam train and you can be there in 30 minutes. Or drive 30 minutes south to Durango where there is an amazing variety of shops, restaurants, grocery stores, outfitters, and more, as well as the amazing events that happen all year long.

If you made it this far in your reading, you will be happy to know that this place is owned and managed by a local family. We have lived in Durango since 2002 and we love where we live. We are very proud of our little place on the mountain and can't wait to host you. We are always reachable if you have questions or need assistance.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Durango

Durango is home to this condo. Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake of the Pines and Animas River. James Ranch and Silverton Railroad Depot are also worth visiting.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of the Pines - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Electra Lake - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 17 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 46 min drive - 53.6 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 32 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Powder House - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget (Bar) - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dante's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Purgy's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the lift. All the comforts of home. Amazing views from both floors! located?

Situated in Durango, this ski condo building is steps from Purgatory Resort and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Alison

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Your hosts are Jim and Alison. We have been married since 1986 with two grown kids. We have lived in Durango since 2002 and love to travel - 55 countries and counting! During our travels, we stay in a lot of hotels and vacation rentals so we know what we like and want to make sure that you have a great experience at our place.

Because we live just down the road from Purgatory, we know the area very well and can recommend things to see and do and take care of any issues that you have quickly and properly.

Why they chose this property

We have owned the condo since 2020 and spend a lot of time there in all 4 seasons. We love the view and spend a lot of time on the balcony watching the world go by. At night it is amazingly quiet and the silence and mountain air make for a great night's sleep. We also slip across the street in our flip-flops and hit the hot tub all the time!

What makes this property unique

The East Rim condos were built in 1972. They are on the best piece of real estate possible, mixing convenience with breathtaking views to the east. We have done an extensive renovation to the place and continue to invest in improvements every year. This isn't some worn out ski condo in Summit County, this is our personal escape and we want you to enjoy it as much as we do!

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