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Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • No surprises here
    Top-rated for accuracy — guests say it's just as pictured.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Living area
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Perins Peak State Wildlife Area
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown

The space
Access: Like many homes in the mountains, our home is up a relatively steep paved driveway. During winter months November - Feburary, 4x4/AWD is required.

The Lightner Creek Cabin is nestled on three scenic wooded acres in Southern Colorado, just 12 minutes from downtown Durango. It’s perfectly situated—40 minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort and Mesa Verde National Park, and an hour from Pagosa Springs. Thoughtfully designed, our home offers a cozy and inviting basecamp for all your adventures.

UPPER LEVEL (Main Level):
Living Space:
The Lightner Creek Cabin is 1800 Square feet with an open and airy floor plan! Our full size kitchen has a fridge and freezer, pots & pans, electric stove, microwave (in the pantry), toaster, Keurig and pods, and other cooking essentials (olive oil, salt, pepper, spoons, cups, silverware, etc.). The island has space to seat 3 guests (there is a dining table outside and on the lower level). The living area has a TV, leather sectional and two accent chairs and is large enough to fit all 8 guests.


Beds:
On the upper level there is one bedroom with a queen size bed and one bedroom with a king size bed. Both bedrooms have their own mini split system so you can control the temperatures in your room independently! All beds have memory foam mattresses and high-quality linens to ensure a great nights sleep!


Bath:
There is one full bath on the upper level that is stocked with hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. All towels are freshly-washed right before your stay. There is a tub and shower combo that has a to make bath time a breeze for kiddos!

LOWER LEVEL:
Living Space:
There is a kitchenette with a fridge, small sink, microwave and Keurig and a dining table that seats 6. In the lower level living room the sofa pulls out to make a comfy queen size bed. Linen for the pull out bed can be found in the closet closest to the couch. There is a TV in the lower living room as well as two additional accent chairs for seating.


Internet:

We have high speed internet at the house, network and Password will be shared after booking!


Outdoor Living:
Our outdoor space offers a great experience for your stay! We have a large propane grill and an oversized outdoor dining table that seats 8 and is well-lit under the covered patio. Enjoy coffee on the deck with a mountain view or relax and unwind by the fire-pit on the large outdoor couch!


Parking/Neighborhood Info:
There is ample free parking on the site! The home is located on a private easement shared with two other neighbors. Because of this, there is almost no traffic on that road! We do ask that you be courteous of our neighbors and not walk up the dirt easement unless it is to our home.


Additional Info:
Septic: We are on a septic system so we ask that you don’t flush anything other than toilet paper down the toilet!!

Fires:
We ask that you stick to using the fire pit and have no open fires on the land!
Guest access
You will have access to the entire space and land.
Other things to note
Please note: Like many homes in the mountains, our home is up a relatively steep paved road. During winter months November - Feburary, 4x4/AWD is required.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5010091vb
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

About the area

Durango

Durango is home to this cabin. Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Twin Buttes reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Historic Tram Park. Durango Arts Center and The Powerhouse are also worth visiting.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Perins Peak State Wildlife Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 23 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 54 min drive - 62.1 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 9 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Avalanche Bowl - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Oscar's Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?

As of 14 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$1,440, 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 Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking View 12 Min to Downtown located?

Situated in Durango, this cabin is steps from Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and within 3 mi (5 km) of Twin Buttes and Historic Tram Park. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What can I say... 5 stars plus! Beautiful property with views everywhere! Exactly as advertised and perfect Hosts! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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