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Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples!

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Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bayfield, CO
  • Place, Vallecito Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Los Pinos River
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

About this property

Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples!

Classic log cabin on Vallecito Creek!

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath plus loft and office space is the ultimate waterfront mountain escape! Privately located on the north side of Vallecito Lake, just .5 miles to the trail heads of the San Juan National Forrest, 3mi to Vallecito Lake and 40 minutes to downtown Durango, the cabin offers a rustic feel with modern conveniences. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen and stunning river rock fireplace. Relax in the hammock creek side and dine al fresco on the back deck with roar of the creek in the background. Take a dip in the mountain spring water, fly fish, or start a game of horseshoes.

The cabin layout includes the following: Fully outfitted kitchen, full size washer & dryer, living /dining room overlooking the creek. 2 bedrooms with king beds on the first floor with a full bath and oversized shower. Upstairs is a 3rd bedroom offering a queen bed and small ensuite bath in addition to the loft with double bed and desk. Outside enjoy the spacious deck, outdoor dining area and comfy chairs, hammock & swing.

Endless local activities include hiking up the creek along the miles & miles of trails via the Vallecito Creek campground in the San Juan National Forest, venture around in ATV’s up to 12,000’+ elevation via Middle Mountain Road, fishing, kayaking, boat riding on the crystal clear Vallecito Creek Reservoir. Road trip to Durango where additional shopping, dining, white water rafting & steam train await. There is also a full gym in nearby Bayfield that offers week long gym pass use.

For the cooler months, the cabin is fully stocked with split firewood (Texas oak, cedar & pine) and warm blankets while you take in the absolutely beautiful Fall color. The cabin also has a propane heater and fireplace with heatilator.

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Amenities

Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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 and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
House Trained Pets ONLY
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bayfield

Bayfield is home to this cabin. Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include James Ranch and Eagle Park.
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Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Los Pinos River - 14 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 49 min drive - 53.2 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 52 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 53 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weminuche Woodfire Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lake House Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bayfield County Market - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples! ?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples! on 30 April 2026 start from NZ$822, 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.

What time is check-in at Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vallecito Creekfront Cabin ~ Perfect Mountain Retreat for Families or Couples! located?

Situated in Bayfield, this cabin is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Vallecito Lake and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Lemon Reservoir are also within 20 miles (32 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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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean. Kitchen is well stocked with all types of cookware and even has spices.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aram M.

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

Amazing Cabin with breathtaking views!

We were extremely happy with the stay, this was our first time visiting Colorado and this cabin gave us the outdoor nature vibe we were hoping to get. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone because we surely enjoyed it. Thank you again and hope to see you again in the summer next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

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

Wonderful Cabin

The cabin was perfect for our family (2 adult couples and 1 single adult). The space was so peaceful and well appointed, everything we needed for cooking. Sleeping with the sound of the river outside was heaven. Easy access to the trails, lake and fishing nearby. Perfect relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erica V.

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

Calm area

Overall was a nice place to stay only issue we had was snow/ice blocking the doors to the backyard access to river. Owners very responsive. Would like to stay again in the summer time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeb B.

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

A Lovely Cabin with Excellent Hosts

This creek front cabin is amazing! It’s perfectly setup with everything you need to enjoy your stay. It is very clean and well laid out. For us it was about relaxation and we felt right at home here. The sound of the creek could be heard while going to sleep and waking up, which was priceless to us. We quickly figured out that a cup of coffee on the back deck watching the stream roll by was the only way to start the day. Book with confidence!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lois M.

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

SO PEACEFUL!

We all loved this property. The cabin has a huge deck that is just feet away from the Valliceto creek, that looks like a flowing river. The sound was so relaxing and we enjoyed coffee on the deck every morning. There is wildlife all around, including deer, Elk, chipmunks, marmots and squirrels. At night we opened the windows to hear the flowing water. It was wonderful. The inside is beautiful, which everything you could ever need. The beds were so comfortable, and Andi had it stocked with coffee, tea, water, spices and other snacks. It was so nice having a washer & dryer! We really loved this beautiful cabin, and I would love to come back and stay a lot longer. There are a couple country stores and a nice restaurant nearby that has awesome breakfast and dinners. The cabin is right around the corner from Valliceto Lake which offers all kinds of water sports, paddle boarding, kayaking, pontoon rentals and fishing boat rentals. We fished right from the back deck!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

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