Located in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit James Ranch and Silverton Railroad Depot. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 95 min drive
Restaurants
The Nugget (Bar) - 10 min drive
Purgy's - 12 min drive
Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - 12 min drive
Waffle Cabin - 13 min drive
Backcountry Gourmet - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8?
As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8 on 6 April 2027 start from NZ$1,351, 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.
Is Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Purgatory Mtn Retreat close to Durango with National Forest Backyard, Sleeps 8 located?
Located in Columbine Lake, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Purgatory Resort and within 6 miles (10 km) of Animas River and Lake of the Pines. Cliffs at Tamarron is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The steep drive to get there is well worth it! The views are great, the house is spacious and clean, and the value was huge! We had a wonderful stay and time at the slopes!
Great place to stay! Close to ski resort. The house was great! Had everything we needed. They are serious about the 4wheel drive. Would stay here again. Wish we had more time to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your review, and letting other travelers know the winter driving requirements are not exaggerated. Hope you can return to enjoy the snow and skiing!
Our family of 5 just stayed here in March 2016 and the house was perfect. It was the best stocked rental home we've ever been in and the size and access to skiing was great. The hot tub was a nice bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for your review. I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at my cabin and the skiing! Hope to see you and your family again!!! Blithe
Private, roomy, clean, and full of extras for a pleasant and comfortable stay. Blithe was friendly and attentive to any communication and responded quickly. The night sky blew us away. The cabin is conveniently located to many area attractions and trails. Just a short and scenic drive to both Durango and Silverton. I highly recommend.
Met some family there and stayed for five days. Had everything we wanted; including a grill and plenty of firewood for bon fires. To simply bring food to the house and have everything else we needed was really great. The area is beautiful, very relaxing. The house is great and very clean; master bedroom is awesome. Thanks you to the host and I highly recommend.
The cabin is clean and cozy. The kitchen is large and we’ll-equity. It’s in a great location, private, and quiet. The host, Blithe kind and responds quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2023
Thank you for the review. Glad you enjoyed the location and your stay!!
Hope to see you again. Blithe
We had the best time during our stay! Its out of the way so you feel secluded but close enough to everything. I loved that the internet was slow, made everyone connect more. It was the best stocked cabin we have ever stayed at. Tip: Order a pickup order at walmart in durango which is 45 minutes away so you dont have to buy higher priced items elsewhere. This cabin will be our first choice if we return to durango area!
This vacation home sits high on the mountain with spacious decks to enjoy the views and cool mountain air. We found the kitchen very well stocked with cooking equipment and plenty of dishes for a large family. The host was one of the best we have had, very helpful and easy to communicate with. Just wished we had seen a bear!
The cabin was very cozy and felt like a remote location since you are at the back of the neighborhood. It was nice to be able to explore right out of the back door through the forest behind. The house had plenty of items to make our stay comfortable. There was more seating in the family room than the listing showed which was nice. I wish they were less worn out chairs and couches but great that we all had a place to relax and watch movies. We would definitely stay here again.
This was a really nice spot to stay if you are looking to snowboard/ski Purg. The house is well equipped with everything you need and plenty of room. They are not kidding about the 4x4 and quality tires though, definitely necessary during the winter months. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Cindi C.
6 February 2019
Enjoyed the winter wonderland.
Beautiful property. Loved the hot tub after a day of skiing, and the kids had a blast taking the zip line and dropping into the snow. Overall a great experience! The only thing I would change is upgrading mattresses and fixing living room seating.
We had a great time in Durango. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. There is no A/C so it did get very hot in the house during the day as are stay was in July. It cooled off enough to sleep at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay in Durango!
The house met our needs. It's in a beautiful area and close to good skiing and other Summer activities. The internet was a bit slow but useable. Other than that great place. Close to some trails. Very enjoyable.
Property overall was good, but could use some minor repairs. While dishes were provided, could use a few more silverware. Other than the things mentioned, all the other amenities was spot on and very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for the information on the property and the review. We will look into the repairs you mentioned. Glad you enjoyed your vacation, and hope to see you again!
Took the family up to disconnect from the world and reconnect with nature. House was perfect for our stay. Close enough to town without too much hustle and bustle. Area was beautiful and quiet. House had everything we needed. Didn’t cook at all so can’t comment on how stocked kitchen was but the rest of the house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Enjoyed the house and area so much we are returning next month with hopes of seeing the foliage change.
We really enjoyed our time at blithe’s place. It is a little bit of a drive to get back into Durango, but it’s also a way and very quiet and very pretty. If you’re planning on going to Silverton or Ouray, you’re already almost halfway to Silverton. So that was another benefit from staying a little ways away from Durango. There is a bar and restaurant across the street from where you turn off to go to this place. It’s called, the nugget. Very unique place but we went there a few times as it’s very cool. I highly recommend staying at this place and planning on spending a night or two there. If got a permanent food truck on there that serves great food and also has some very good refreshments.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Archival
8/10 Good
Carrie F.
31 August 2016
Great stay!
The cabin was wonderful. Was located between Durango and Silverton. Was easier getting to Durango though. It was just secluded enough for privacy even though there was a home across from it. The home was well stocked and clean. Only had time to enjoy the hot tub once. It was nice although the water was a little green. It was the perfect size for our large family to spread out. The kids especially loved the zip line cord in the back yard. The drive up to the cabin is long but enjoyed going past the lake and looking for wildlife. Can imagine the drive could be difficult in the winter. The owner was very easy to contact and answered all my questions. I would highly recommend a stay here.