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Your Mountain get away

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Winter Wonderland view from upper deck. Looking at Purgatory Ski resort.
Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bear Room

1 Queen Bed

Game room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Moose Room

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Pine cone Room (main floor)

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bear room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Gameroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Moose Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Mountain get away

Lakeview Villa sits next to a private lake with fishing ,skiing and hiking just minutes away. Great for family get aways or some peace and quiet in the tall trees.
If the weather outside is not the best relax by one of the 2 fireplaces or relax looking out over the lake. The kids will have fun with the full sized shuffle board table, videos, games and pool table. There is always lots to choose from at Lakeview villa.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair baby gates pack-n-play crib
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 494472vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Durango

Located in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rico Town Hall and Silverton Railroad Depot are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Animas River and Lake of the Pines. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 19 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Animas River - 25 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 47 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 48 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 35 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powder House - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Purgy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget (Bar) - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dante's - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Mountain get away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your Mountain get away ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Mountain get away ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Mountain get away ?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Your Mountain get away located?

This family-friendly Durango villa is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities were great (VERY stocked kitchen/utensils/cooking/storage). Views are amazing and proximity to Purgatory was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2026
Communication was great. Followed all the house rules. Would definitely rent to them again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and view of frozen lake was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is absolutely impeccable. Everything you need is there! It is so beautiful with stunning lake views! We saw bald eagles, ravens, coyotes, ducks and geese during our stay. We cook in every night as we are big foodies! This kitchen is a chef kitchen that includes great pans, dishes, utensils, appliances;both large and small. Our stay was perfect. It's the second year we've stayed there and we've already booked for next year! The owner of the property is always accessible. We love it there and hated to drive off this morning! Thank you, John, for sharing your beautiful home with our family!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Private and beautiful property on a Lake

Very nice large home in a private area on a lake. We enjoyed the local area and also time on the lake. The house is well stocked and comfortable. Great for extended family to stay together.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Ski trip

Great house. We had a great time and the house was well equipped with everything you would need. We enjoyed every minute we stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our home. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

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

Family time

Beautiful cabin in a beautiful location ! Just what we needed to rest and have a good time with the family. Thanks so much !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Court C.

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

Great place

House was amazing. Beds were comfortable, rooms were nice and the kitchen was great. Only thing I didn’t like is there wasn’t a TV in the main living area, but other than that, no complaints at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

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

Perfect mountain home

Our family greatly enjoyed our stay in this home. It was beautiful, clean, and well-located. Kitchen was very well stocked and had everything we needed, and more! You absolutely must have 4-wheel drive and snow chains to access during the winter- we saw some stuck in the snow. We definitely hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

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

Excellent Home

The house is great and the host was very gracious and responsive at all times. We couldn't be happier with everything. We'll definitely be coming back to this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

casey c.

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

Amazing Ski Vacation

Super close to Purgatory, max a 5 min drive to the parking lot. Amazing amenities! Well stocked home with any extras you may need or have forgotten. We had an awesome time and will definitely be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2021
We are so happy you enjoyed the Stay and made some lasting memories.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold E.

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

Colorado mountain retreat

Very large lakefront beautiful home extremely large with breathtaking views of the mountain and water. Across the street from Purgatory approx a mile. We would recommend this property it met all of our needs
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randell B.

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

Boles Family Vacation - Carlsbad, NM

This was the best vacation ever for our family! We absolutely loved this home! The view was amazing with huge windows, and several balconies! We made lasting memories! We had so much room to spread out. The 2 canoes and the game room, were a hit! The pool table as well! The instruction book was simple and clear. The host was exceptional, and so accommodating! We want to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colette M.

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

Amazing house. Super location

Loved the house! Has everything you could want. Like other reviewers said you will have to have AWD car. Did have a couple of issues with the heat. Master bed stayed 75 even with the heat off. Carbon dioxide detectors went off if you try to cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Boiler issues and heat are being addressed. CO2 detectors that went off are part of an old system that I was told was turned off. New detectors were in place. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

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

Durango get-away

This home was beautiful! 3 floors that were all very uniquely decorated and felt very homey, not like a hotel. When the owner says 'fully stocked' he wasn't kidding! We had 7 adults and 5 kiddos and never ran out of dishes, even eating 3 meals a day there! The game room, hot tub and lake equipment was thoroughly used and enjoyed by all! The door locks are a bit tricky but we all enjoyed the deck areas as much as the surrounding trails. The drive to Durango and the train station were just the right distance. It was quiet, peaceful and fun for all! Thank you for this great place to get my family all together!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

jim g.

Overall an outstanding adventure was had by all. From "Pops", age 69, to "Addie", age 18 months,

The Lakeside Villa is an amazing place! Lots of room to spread out with four large bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. The location above the lake is spectacular, allowing for great views of the local San Juan mountains and the deer that roamed the shore lines. We enjoyed the canoes and made many floating trips up and down Lake Purgatory. The kitchen had every available cooking tool known to mankind, including a wood burning pizza oven. The ambiance eating dinner on the outside deck was second to none. The owner, John English, had an easy time while we were there, with only one decision to make and that being no outside fires, although the fire pit area looks inviting. In the end, it was sad to leave such a beautiful, well taken care of facility. We spent eight days in paradise! Thank you John for letting us enjoy your home! Jim, Nancy and family. USAF Retired
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2020
Your group took great care of the house and treated it like it was yours. We hope to see you again. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family and Friends Ski Trip

Everyone in our group had a fantastic time! The house was much larger in person than what the property photos conveyed. It fit our large group of adults and kids comfortably, everyone had a lot of space to spread out. The kids really enjoyed the game room, upstairs loft and heated floors. The kitchen was a hit, we cooked almost every meal during our stay. It was very well stocked with all of the kitchen necessities and then some! We felt right at home. The ski resort was super close which made it very easy to get to the slopes. The only minor issue we ran into during our stay was that one of our vehicles had trouble getting up the driveway on the last day, we had to contact John to pull us out. He was very responsive though and came over immediately to assist us. I would recommend when staying here during the winter you bring a set of chains for your vehicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Our goal is for you to feel at home and be able to relax. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob & Viki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Christmas in July

John was and is a very congenial guy—easy to contact and easy to work with. His home is beautiful (well stocked) and situated on a gorgeous hill overlooking a pretty lake. That said, the lake is not conducive to swimming or fishing because of a deep marsh that surrounds it. OH WELL… we had a great time all around the mountains and towns. GOOD LOCATION!!! There is fishing on all the nearby (famous) rivers, trains, old mining haunts, hiking, ski lift rides, pubs, spas, shops ….and then you can return back to “peace & quiet” at night in this comfortable home. Thanks John & Family! FYI—We never saw your caretaker (not really needed) but want to mention we found a leaking propane on the BBQ. We replaced and checked it out before we left! Also, the canoe oars are missing and your fire pit took a hard hit with the heavy snow you had. Hope this info helps you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

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

Best family vacation yet!

This was by far the best family vacation we’ve had to date. The house is very large and well taken care of. We stayed with another family (4 adults and 5 children) and could have easily had room for another family. The view of the lake is spectacular and we spent every morning drinking coffee and every evening drinking cocktails on the second floor deck overlooking the lake. The kitchen is a dream and left me wanting to go home and remodel mine. The game room on the first floor was a great place for the kids to play and was a nice noise buffer. And you can’t bear the location. Durango, Purgatory, Silverton, and Ouray are all really close. We were able to experience all these areas and easily get back in time to relax with a lake mountain view. John was an amazing host and reached out as soon as we checked in to welcome us and provide additional information. You can tell he loves this home and takes great pride in making sure other families enjoy it as much as his family has. We love this place and can’t wait to come back!! Thank you John for providing a place where our family created life long memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Susan C.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Great space but needs some repair work. Some window blinds do not work, parking area muddy, mouse in the wall found dead in the kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

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

Great family vacation place.

Our family (six adults and four young kids) utilizes VRBO's frequently for family get togethers. Lakeview Villa was far and away the cleanest a best equipped place we have ever rented. Purgatory Trail across the road, U.S. 550, from the Purgatory Resort entrance is a great hike and there is a nice set of playground eq. on the north side of the small lake that cannot be seen from the trailhead parking lot. In absence of a hot tub we went to Durango Hot Springs (formerly Trimble Hot Springs) and had a great time. The Hot Springs has a family area as well as an adult area for just the grownups. We would highly recommend Lakeview Villa to everyone. Rob Flower Mound, Texas
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie E.

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

Ski Trip

This property was amazing! We had a great time. The property requests you have a 4 wheel drive. We had rented a 4 wheel drive car but the people before us recked it. So we only had the option of a 2 wheel drive mini van. But we bought some tire chains as a back up. Needless to say the day we arrived there was a huge snow storm. Long story short… we got stuck on the hill and ran into a snow drift. 😅 The neighbors were super nice and helped us to the house. The next day the property manager Johnaton came to check on us. We told him our story and he was so nice to take to take time out of his day to take us to the mountain to get our ski rental for the next day. He gets ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The drive way and the neighborhood was plowed the next morning so we could drive our car with the chains. Moral of the story….. 4 wheel drive is really needed in the winter. But it all worked out. The house WIFI didn’t work very well so the TV’s didn’t have a signal. Our families we forced to actually sit and just talk to each other every night. It was nice. The view out the back door was breathtaking. The kitchen was beautiful with a huge table. We made dinner every night and sat at the table with dinner with our families and talked and laughed about our day at the Purgatory Ski Resort. (Which is 5 mins away) The only con I would have is the master bedroom was so hot. But I am from Texas and we are used to AC and ceiling fans. We survived. I would love to see this property in the summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

2022 Ski Vacation

Wonderful Property, would definitely go again, summer and winter seem great. Very well stocked and comfortable - had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

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

Fall in the Mountains

This was the cleanest, most well stocked place we have ever stayed in! The people went above and beyond in all aspects to make the trip perfect. Please don't change a thing. Thank you for the perfect place to see the fall colors over the lake. Breathtaking!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2021
We are always hoping the guests have the best experience. Thank you for choosing to stay ay our home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

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

Great Place!

This was a great house! After not communicating well with the owner ( My fault) We cleared it all up snd he was a great host. We have a large family with 12+ people and the house worked great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

An amazing retreat

It was the perfect place for our large family vacation. We had 7 adult and 7 kids, and never felt cramped. There was always plenty of hot water and it was honestly more spacious than we expected. We joked that we could get lost in the house. It was well stocked with lovely finishes throughout. The kids loved the hot tub. I enjoyed yoga on the deck each morning with a much more beautiful view than flat Texas. The location is about a 25 minute drive out of town, but easy and doable (at least in summer). You are literally 3 minutes from Purgatory Ski resort as well and only about 30 minutes from Silverton. In my opinion, it is worth being a bit of a drive out of town to be in the quiet and beauty of the location of the house in the mountains and on the lake. The owner and manager were responsive. The wifi isn't great but it does work, but honestly, we weren't there for the internet, quite the opposite. Don't hesitate to book this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. The internet is slow but it is the only one available. We will upgrade once a there is better option. Hope to see you again. Thank you for staying with us!

About the host

Hosted by John English

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Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the Villa the minute we saw it and the views. We rent it out to share the good times with other when we are not using it ourselves.

What makes this property unique

Views, peace and quite.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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