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Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!

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Exterior
The house sits on the clear water of the Animas River.
Exterior of house looking toward the river with Kendall Mountain.
The newly remodeled kitchen with gas stove and cooktop.
Living area with sofa sleeper

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Animas River
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Silverton, CO
  • Place, Kendall Mountain Recreation Area
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverton Railroad Depot
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverton Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!

This newly remodeled victorian home on the banks of the Animas River is only a few blocks from Main Street. This riverfront home combines the best of what Silverton offers in views and location with an affordable, well appointed, newly remodeled in town rental. The home is an 800 sq ft 2 bedroom, 1 bath second level apartment at the base of Kendall Mountain, just steps from the Kendall Mountain Recreation Area. It is a clean and simple contemporary space perfect for singles, couples or a family. With a full kitchen, dinning area, living room and second-story deck overlooking the river, this unit affords incredible mountain and river sights and sounds with all the modern day amenities. One bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has a twin over queen bunk bed. There is also very comfortable, full-size pull-out couch and an additional single mattress that can be placed on the floor making this unit able to accommodate up to 6 guests.

The Animas River House is a 5 minute walk, 4 blocks to downtown Silverton, yet off the beaten path. There is something wonderful about the combination of tall mountains, rushing rivers and small town hospitality. Silverton, Colorado offers these and much more. And when you seek a base from which to explore it all, or just relax and enjoy, the Animas River House vacation rental offers what you are seeking.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Property # 3830734
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Silverton

Located in Silverton, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Silverton Railroad Depot and Mining Heritage Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kendall Mountain Recreation Area and Mad Dog. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Silverton, CO

What's nearby

  • Kendall Mountain Recreation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Silverton Railroad Depot - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Silverton City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Silverton Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Silverton Chamber of Commerce - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 11 min walk
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Bandito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whistle Stop - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Silverton Grocery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Bear - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Golden Block Brewery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Animas River House - Cozy Historic Riverfront Home 4 Blocks To Downtown! located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this apartment building in Silverton is situated in the city centre, within a 5-minute walk of Animas River and Kendall Mountain Recreation Area, and is convenient for winter activities, such as sledging. Mad Dog and Easy Street are also within 10 minutes. Silverton Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Michelle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
We only slept here for the night. The views were nice but there wasn’t much hot water for showering.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2026
Thank you for your feedback—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re very sorry to hear about the issue with the hot water during your stay. Following your departure, our cleaning team discovered a leak that was affecting the hot water system. This issue has since been fully repaired. We sincerely regret that this occurred while you were staying with us, and we completely understand how inconvenient that must have been. We do wish we had been made aware of the problem during your visit, as we would have addressed it immediately to ensure your comfort. Your experience is very important to us, and we’re always ready to help resolve issues in real time when possible. Thank you again for your feedback—it helps us improve. We hope you might consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with the seamless stay we strive for.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was a great place to spend our 25th wedding anniversary! It has so much charm and the river and mountain views are amazing!!We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review, and congratulations again on your 25th anniversary! We're honored you chose our property for such a special celebration. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the charm of the home and the beautiful river and mountain views. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime—hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly. Beautiful location right on the river. Saw the Milky Way at night from the deck. Walkable to the main street in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peaceful riverfront location and got to experience the magic of the Milky Way from the deck—such a special sight! It’s great to know you and your pet felt at home and appreciated the convenience of being close to town. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful, quiet retreat. The home was clean and comfortable, and the location offered stunning, unobstructed river and mountain views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peace and quiet, as well as the beautiful river and mountain views—it's truly a special spot. We're also glad the home met your expectations for comfort and cleanliness. It was a pleasure hosting You, and welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location—easy access to town and trails. The rental has nice amenities. Beautiful spot right on the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Elizabeth- Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the location and found it convenient for exploring both town and the nearby trails. It's great to know the amenities met your expectations, and that you were able to relax and take in the beauty of the riverfront setting. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, and fully furnished upstairs of a house. House backs up to the river and Kendall Mountain. Backyard is fenced for pets. Owner was very responsive to questions about gas heater which was off when we arrived on a Sunday evening. We would definitely recommend this property and plan on returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the clean, comfortable, and fully furnished space, as well as the beautiful river and mountain views. It was our pleasure to assist you with the heater, and we appreciate your understanding. We truly value your recommendation and would be thrilled to welcome you back on your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Great spot near the river

Great location, just steps from the river and an easy quick walk to shops and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Nathan- thanks for the review. Hope to have you back in Silverton.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house in a peaceful location with the Animas River and the mountains right out the back! A cozy ambience with lots of windows for natural lighting. The skylights in the bathroom with the views of the mountains are amazing! The kitchen is well-stocked and the bed was comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Barbara! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful setting, the natural light, and those mountain views from the skylights—they really are something special. It’s wonderful to know the kitchen had everything you needed and that you found the bed comfortable. We’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re in the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

Silverton Stay

Great location. Clean and beds were comfortable. Loved the spacious kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle h.

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

Great getaway!

Beautiful location!! Had everything I needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2024
Michelle- So glad that you enjoyed your stay at the Animas River House! Hope to have you back for another stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Great spot next to the river but still close enough to town to walk.

Clean and comfortable with well stocked kitchen. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilie B.

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

Beautiful Spot!

We had a great stay at this property. Beds are comfortable, bathroom is great (shower pressure was amazing after skiing!), well stocked for cooking, and beautiful spot by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2024
Thanks for the kind review. We are so glad you had a great stay at the Animas River House, hope you come back again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Siu W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Close to the river and town. Loved the deck. The BBQ grill was a wonderful surprise. Just a FYI, there are 16 stairs to the unit, which is located on the 2nd floor. Not a problem for us. Wonderful stay, wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay, especially the deck and BBQ grill – it's always great to hear when those little touches are appreciated. We're also glad the stairs weren’t an issue for you. Just to clarify for future guests, we do note in our listing that the apartment is located on the second floor with stair access. We really appreciate you mentioning it, as it's helpful for others to know. Thank you again for being such wonderful guests – we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful rental and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dara H.

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

Fantastic spot and great host

We loved the place. It was cozy, great location, and wow the shower was so amazing. After some hard skiing, we really appreciated a good hot steamy shower with great water pressure.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2024
Dara- Thanks so much for taking the time to give us a review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time in Silverton. Hope to have you back next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Beautiful Location

We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Thanks! Come back again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

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

Fall Trip

Great little place to stay. Host was very quick to answer any questions. We came out to see the fall colors and ride some trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jett D.

Awesome rental

Awesome rental, has everything you need, great location and they did a great job on the remodel of the home.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thanks. So glad you liked it!! Silverton's a gem.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

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

Pefexct for somone trying to hit the slopes

Property is great and easy to get to, we were able to dry our gear and keep it all ready to go for days on the mountain. Would 100% look to stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and that our property worked well for your gear and mountain adventures. It's wonderful to know that the location and amenities made your experience even more enjoyable. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in the area! Don't hesitate to reach out when you're ready to plan your next trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

A GEM- perfect for family of four!

Wonderful apartment- perfect for our family of four. Awesome bathroom! Comfy beds! Perfect location with a great little deck for hanging out. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Linda, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in Silverton. We’d love to have you back. Dan Erwin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

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

Thanksgiving Wonderland

We had the best Thanksgiving in the quiet & beautiful town! We ended up getting about 9 inches of snow and Dan was so quick to respond and flexible to us stay an extra night for better road conditions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek Z.

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

Comfortable Stay

My group had a great time here. Short walk to town. Nice amenities at the property and a very communicative host! We will definitely come back again. This is a perfect crash pad after a day of exploring the San Juans.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Winter Stay in Silverton

This place is just perfect! Clean and well kept. The host is very easy to communicate with and very responsive. Great location. We'll definitely be staying the River House again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2024
Thanks for the kind review, we are so glad that you enjoyed your time at The Animas River House. We hope to have you for another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abel R.

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

A Rodriguez

Great place to stay for a mountain experience. We got lucky and got 30” of snow while we were there. Definitely an isolated area so be sure to pack well. T-mobile service worked great.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2024
Hi Abel, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a great time with the snow. It really does make the experience extra special! We’d love to have you back anytime – please don’t hesitate to reach out whenever you’re planning your next visit. Take care and hope to see you again soon! Best regards, Dan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

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

Silverton Ski Trip - Rule of 5

We were on a family trip to Silverton with the main purpose of skiing at the nearby mountain. The Animas River House was perfect for our 5 night stay in town. It was only a 5 minute walk to the Silverton town center and was a good size for a group of 5. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2024
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in Silverton. We hope to have you back for another visit!

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