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Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

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Gas Fire pit next to the Animas River
Covered Deck with BBQ Grill
Gas Fire pit next to the Animas River
Gas Fire pit next to the Animas River
Covered deck off the Main Living Space overlooking the Animas River

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

Our 3 bed / 2.5 bath cabin (Gabriel's cabin) sits directly on the Animas River on over 3 acres and is only 4 miles (6 minutes) to historic Downtown Durango. Enjoy a private river front setting with room to room to roam (and fish), while being close to all of the incredible amenities and recreational experiences that Durango has to offer. The ample outdoor space/decks with seating and a gas fire pit will allow you to enjoy the amazing setting on the Animas River.

The cabin features the expected vacation rental amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer (laundry detergent provided) and there is plenty of parking for multiple vehicles and trailers. High speed Starlink WIFI was installed in March 2024 with speeds over 100mbs. While the kitchen is fully stocked - it does not have a dishwasher.

Bed Configuration:
Main Bedroom - Queen Bed (Top Floor)
2nd Bedroom - Double Bed (Basement Level)
3rd Bedroom - 2 Bunk Beds (Single Over Single - Basement Level)

This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay).

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).

Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.

–About Your Host–
At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we’re a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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
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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
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 Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center 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 Historic Tram Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Animas River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 41 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 9 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Pizza Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Durango Joe's Walmart Plaza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Serious Texas BAR-B-Q - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

As of 18 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango on 3 April 2026 start from NZ$453, 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 Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Animas River and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Mercy Regional Medical Center. Animas River Trail and Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
So adorable and comfortable beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Great property close to town! Nice acrage on river. Great back porch too!

House is ok- property on River… so inviting! Had a wonderful time!!! Great that it is 5 minutes drive from Durango!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

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

Convenient Cabin

We had a lovely time at the cabin. Enjoyed the secluded location and convenience of town at the same time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Just as Advertised!

All around beautiful property, well maintained and just what my coworkers and I were looking for. Great communication as well!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jami C.

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

The perfect Rustic Colorado River retreat

This property is perfectly described and advertised. No disappointment with any aspect of our stay. We would definitely book this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Octavio V.

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

Great place to visit

Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin o.

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

Awesome

Love the area and the view. Very nice accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Cozy and beautiful cabin in a serene convenient location

We loved our stay in the cabin. Comfortable beds and really nice touches and decor. I was a little surprised coffee wasn’t included in the kitchen but DD was just around the corner. Great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cabin on Animas river

Clean Love the sound of the river. The fire pit was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marlin M.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Liked the river and closeness to town. Some lights did not work and could not get firepit to work. Also had problems with tv downstairs. Cabin not bad but could be better.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Our stay

We love the location down by the river. It made you feel like you were far away from town when you really were very close. There were a couple issues, but the management promptly came out and fixed it when we reported it. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

t b.

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

Gathering

The location on the river was really, really great. The proximity to town and river trail great. The bathrooms were clean and the sheets were brand new but had not been washed. We did see a couple of mice and lots of mouse droppings. Around the house could have used a blower and a little clean up as I picked up cigarette butts. But overall, it worked great for us. Spent a lot of time on porch visiting friends and family. We were in town for a memorial gathering. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Durango River cabin

Extremely well maintained cabin and clean which is the most important to me. Property managers were quick to respond to any questions. Stairs were steep, but the house was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian C.

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

Great location

The location at the edge of town and on the river is unbeatable. The back porch and outdoor firepit are wonderful spots. We found the lack of some kitchen supplies a little surprising, but not major. Also wish the ventilation and windows worked little better in the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard C.

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

Cozy

I can see how this would be awesome in the summer but a little muddy this time of year. I might return at some point. My daughter attends Fort Lewis and we enjoyed the hominess.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Keeley S.

Great location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our vacation rental! It was right on the river and had great outdoor seating. It wasn’t too far from town either. We had a group of 7 and it was perfect for us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The cabin needs general maintenance. The ceiling fan does not work. Couldn’t get Tv downstairs figured out and no place to watch it. The dehumidifier were offline, not sure exactly what they were. The coffee maker didn’t work properly and was promised a new one and never received one, trash not taken out
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Durango cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have visited Durango for a week plus twice in the last 3 years. It is a wonderful place to relax, hike and explore. The cabin on the river is great. It is on the rustic side, but very comfortable. This year was our second time to rent it! We love just sitting by the outdoor fireplace in the afternoon and listening to the river. A big plus is that it is so close to town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Train trip

Everything was great for our stay. Well located for our needs, quiet, river next to the property. Only problem was in the listing not stating that there are no bedrooms on the main floor, lots of steep stairs up and down to bedrooms, second thoughts for elderly folks, such as my mother in law, who went with us. We were able to make a bed with the couch and a mattress, we worked it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Durango cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have visited Durango for a week plus twice in the last 3 years. It is a wonderful place to relax, hike and explore. The cabin on the river is great. It is on the rustic side, but very comfortable. This year was our second time to rent it! We love just sitting by the outdoor fireplace in the afternoon and listening to the river. A big plus is that it is so close to town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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

Our happy place

Rustic but really comfortable and fun. It was clean with good amenities. Our grandkids loved the bunk beds and our kids loved the fly fishing. We all loved the gas fire pit and being right on the river. I appreciated the short drive to Walmart to provision, too. Town is a quick 10 minutes away. Guest should be prepared for the very steep stairs between levels-especially the stairs into the basement. Would be good if there were some kind of gate installed at the top before someone has a serious fall. Also there are no outside accessible bear-proof trash cans. It was a great place for a weekend family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Lovely little cabin, great property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We met some friends in Durango for a little ski-cation and this cabin was perfect for our getaway. Two families fit nicely in the space, and the fact that it's pet friendly made it even better so the puppies could come along. The outdoor space was fantastic for getting outside, especially with the dogs. We enjoyed the fire pit and walking along the river. The location is close to everything, yet tucked away so you feel like you are miles from civilization. Kitchen was decently stocked so we could prepare meals easily, but be sure to bring your water bottles because there was only one glass to be found in the cupboard.Very nice place!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary M.

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

Nice Property

The property was nice and worked great for us. We had some issues with main toilet not flushing and then kitchen faucet not working. We got around these issues eventually but it seems like items should be replaced since this is a Vrbo and it is apparent these need fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian B.

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

Truly splendid

We arrived to a clean welcoming rustic home. Exactly what I had hope for and so much more. Came to Durango for a wedding but wanted to enjoy the beauty of Colorado and this did not disappoint. My son and three children loved having the entire downstairs as a separate space. The kitchen was so wonderful everything we wanted and more. Having a Walmart just down the street made getting anything we needed a breeze. Downtown was a short drive and Uber was available for a cheap quick ride. The magnificent outside was nature at its best. Abundant wildlife. Amazing fishing at your doorstep. Before touring the home and brining in our luggage we went straight to the hammocks by the river. Caretakers responded to all request immediately. The best time was wonderful!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lyn M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Instructions did not apply to property.

Instructed to run dishwasher. No dishwasher. Chipped dishes. You did catch a mouse which we disposed of. Inadequate cooling unit spitting water when we arrived. Property definitely not up to code. Best thing was location on the river and near town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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