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Secluded Cabin on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome
Holiday home in Durango with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10 
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m
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Durango, CO
- Place, Purgatory Resort
 - Place, Lake of the Pines10 min drive
 - Place, Cliffs at Tamarron20 min drive
 - Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)64 min drive
 
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bear Room
1 King Bed
Fishing Room
1 Queen Bed
Mining Room
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bear Room
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Fishing Room Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Mining Room Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Secluded Cabin on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome
Our 1200 Sq ft, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, custom home was completely remodeled in 2013 and offers the most privacy and seclusion of any property near Purgatory as it sits on 132 acres, yet is less then 2 miles from the ski resort and 25 miles from downtown Durango. VRBO Listing 716605 is also on the property (1/4 mile away) and features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and sleeps 6, if your group is bigger than our 3 bedroom alone can accommodate.
The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The main living space features a 46 inch flat screen TV and wood burning fireplace (wood provided).
The master bedroom has a king size bed, the other two bedrooms both have queen beds.
The property borders the Weminuche national Forest on the North and East, which is the largest and most unused wilderness area in the continental U.S. Their are numerous lakes and ponds on the property, and a road to higher elevations where the views of the surrounding mountains and lakes are spectacular. It is common to see bear, deer, elk, big horn sheep, snow shoe hares, ducks, geese, turkey, coyote, marmot, and the occasional mountain lion or moose. All of the pictures in the listing were taken from the property.
A 4WD/AWD with good tires is required December through March. If you plan to drive a vehicle not so equipped, please book elsewhere. Although the roads are extremely well maintained, we want to ensure our neighbors are not adversely impacted by our guests who may not regularly drive on snow packed roads.
Lastly, we love dogs, and they are totally welcome as long as they are well behaved and get along with people and other dogs. Lucy runs free on the property.
The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The main living space features a 46 inch flat screen TV and wood burning fireplace (wood provided).
The master bedroom has a king size bed, the other two bedrooms both have queen beds.
The property borders the Weminuche national Forest on the North and East, which is the largest and most unused wilderness area in the continental U.S. Their are numerous lakes and ponds on the property, and a road to higher elevations where the views of the surrounding mountains and lakes are spectacular. It is common to see bear, deer, elk, big horn sheep, snow shoe hares, ducks, geese, turkey, coyote, marmot, and the occasional mountain lion or moose. All of the pictures in the listing were taken from the property.
A 4WD/AWD with good tires is required December through March. If you plan to drive a vehicle not so equipped, please book elsewhere. Although the roads are extremely well maintained, we want to ensure our neighbors are not adversely impacted by our guests who may not regularly drive on snow packed roads.
Lastly, we love dogs, and they are totally welcome as long as they are well behaved and get along with people and other dogs. Lucy runs free on the property.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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- Kitchen
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 - Dryer
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10.0 out of 10, (177 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM 
Minimum age to rent: 21 
Check out before 10:00 AM 
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17 
Events
No events allowed 
Pets
Pets allowed 
House trained well behaved dogs welcome.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted 
Important information
You need to know
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 first aid kit and a deadlock 
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts 
About the area
Durango
Located in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Rico Town Hall and Silverton Railroad Depot are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 

Durango, CO
What's nearby
- Lake of the Pines - 10 min drive - 5.5 km
 - Electra Lake - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
 - Cliffs at Tamarron - 20 min drive - 21.0 km
 - Fort Lewis College - 41 min drive - 52.9 km
 - Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 43 min drive - 54.7 km
 
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - 13 min drive
 - Powder House - 37 min drive
 - The Nugget (Bar) - 11 min drive
 - Dante's - 43 min drive
 - Purgy's - 13 min drive
 
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
4 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey S.
4 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeffrey S.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelsie L.
25 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Family Vacation
Kelsie L.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hillary S., Salt Lake City
6 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful stay
Hillary S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
6 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location!
Danielle M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Location
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
zane s.
28 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close by Wedding
zane s.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis M., Canton, Texas
19 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Dennis M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Toni H.
9 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Experience
Toni H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
BRIAN L.
15 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin - Perfect Location
BRIAN L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl D.
29 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Mountain Retreat
Cheryl D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Don H.
20 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
San Juan Mountains Escape
Don H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey E.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
Lindsey E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirsti J.
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin in the woods
Kirsti J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom F.
14 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations
Tom F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
lisa S.
20 July 2016
Amazing trip!!
lisa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
24 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back Country Cabin
Peter S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben L., Horseshoe Bay, Texas
1 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting
Ben L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kelley H.
25 February 2019
Perfect
Kelley H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Christina P., Groesbeck, Texas
5 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful easy feeling!
Christina P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Wayne B.
28 December 2016
Perfect white Christmas
Wayne B.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2016
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S., East Texas
25 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply amazing!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jim B.
24 May 2016
Peace in the woods
Jim B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2016
10/10 Excellent
kelley t., Houston
16 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Customers
kelley t.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jeff S.
26 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Stay EVER! Super relaxing!
Jeff S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
About the host
Hosted by Sean McCormack
Sean grew up in the area, skiing every weekend at Purgatory, and graduating from Durango High School before leaving to experience life outside this rural community. After 25 years, he and Leslie decided to move back to the mountains of Southwest Colorado to be close to family and all of the outdoor activities they enjoy.
Why they chose this property
This area is the Saudi Arabia of solar energy, with plenty of water and lots of trees. It is easy to build a comfortable and highly sustainable life here. All of the houses, barns, and greenhouses were built using wood harvested from the property.   The 27' x 110' greenhouse provides fruits and vegetables not only for Sean and Leslie, but for a number of other families in the area. Standing dead trees are harvested and provide a backup heat source for all the homes and buildings on the property, with an additional 120 cords of wood harvested for sale, providing a carbon neutral source of heat. The trees are harvested primarily to improve the health of the forest.
What makes this property unique
There is nothing better than cozying up to a real wood fire after a full day of skiing, watching the snow fall during the winter, or lounging on the covered deck and watching the sun disappear over the mountains during the summer. The kids will have a great time exploring the forest, fishing in the nearby creeks or lake, biking, horseback riding or the many other activities close by.
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