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Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Private spa tub
A rare find - unwind in your own luxurious private space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Private spa pool
Balcony or patio
Toys
Barbecue
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Explore the area
Durango, CO
Purgatory Resort
Place, Purgatory Resort
3 min drive
Lake of the Pines
Place, Lake of the Pines
5 min drive
Electra Lake
Place, Electra Lake
12 min drive
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
Airport, Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort
The Hidden Creek Lodge Elevation 8,836 Feet 3 Bedroom/3 Bath Sleeps 8 2,700 Square Feet
Master Bedroom - King Bed Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed 2 Twin Folding Beds - Fit Children Only
Welcome to Hidden Creek Lodge! This spacious home offers many amenities, yet is nestled in seclusion against the San Juan National Forest. Located at Columbine Lake and less than 2 miles from Purgatory Ski Resort, you can enjoy a wide array of activities in minutes. The home features commercial-grade, high-speed Starlink satellite internet. Televisions in the living room and every bedroom offer Apple TV, allowing you to connect your favorite online entertainment account. The living room TV raises from a hide-away cabinet and can pivot towards the front deck hot tub. The loft has a PS4 gaming system to entertain the kids. The large downstairs living area has a furnace-fireplace and soaring picture windows to take in the views. Soak in the hot tub on the front deck while enjoying panoramic views of the famous red cliffs. The back deck has patio seating and overlooks a small private pond and creek with a backdrop of Aspen trees. The spacious open kitchen and dining area features a gas fireplace, a dining table with 4 chairs plus bench, and bar stools for 4. The kitchen is fully equipped and has views of the forested backyard. There is a full bath on this floor and all bathrooms in the home feature heated floors. The laundry room offers a high-efficiency, large-capacity washer and dryer. Upstairs the Master Suite has a King Bed and private bath with jetted tub, steam shower, and double vanity. Enjoy stunning views from the picture windows and there is a private balcony deck with hanging chair. Bedroom 2 features a Queen Bed and views of the cliffs. Bedroom 3 has a Queen bed and an open loft-style section of wall which overlooks the living room. There is an attached two car garage.
You must have 4 wheel drive with snow tires or chains in winter – No Exceptions!
Please inquire regarding private Lake Columbine access.
To Purgatory Ski Resort: 6 Minutes/2 Miles To Downtown Durango: 30 Minutes/26 Miles
BOOK WITH US AND RECEIVE DISCOUNTS ON RAFTING, ATV/JEEP RENTALS AND TOURS, SKI AND SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT RENTALS, AND MUCH MORE!
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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 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 and a deadlock
About the area
Durango
Located in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this cabin 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 ice skating and snowmobiling.
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 133 min drive
Restaurants
Powder House - 29 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 Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$757, 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.
How much is parking at Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lodge with Private Hot Tub, Pond, 2 Miles to Ski Resort located?
Located in Columbine Lake, this cabin is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Purgatory Resort and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This place was fantastic! Less than 5 mins to Purgatory. Great views. Big living room, kitchen, outdoor deck. 3 fireplaces. Easy check in/out. Great host. We will be back!!!
The house is just beautiful!!! It was clean and well maintained. The view was spectacular! Close to everything in Durango and surrounding areas. I would stay here again! Definitely!
Joy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Karen S.
27 May 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
This is a beautiful spot, peaceful, close enough to Durango to visit. The house was clearly once very comfortable and had all the things you would want (hot tub, fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds). However maintenance is clearly an issue- our first night we discovered the main fireplace for heating the house was inoperable; the gas grill needed to be manually lighted and no lighters were found, many light bulbs burned out, and we were very cold in the middle of the night. The next morning when we emailed the management company (no cell service, so couldn't call, and the landline in the house kitchen had no dial tone), we went back and forth over a couple of hours and finally got the location of batteries for all the dead remotes and advice on using other heating devices in the house to warm it up. The main fireplace was never fixed. This fireplace is in the main room of the house and so we never really used that room- too cold even though we were there at the end of May. Overall, we had a nice stay but I wouldn't go back to this property (or anyone managed by the same company).
Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Thank you for your feedback. Regarding the maintenance issues, our team responded with the locations of spare batteries for the remotes, confirmed that lighters were available for the grill, and provided information on the supplemental space heaters available in every room of the home. We also sent maintenance to inspect the reported issues. Upon inspection, it was determined that the fireplace system was simply out of fuel. Because your stay occurred at the end of the heating season, when daytime temperatures were consistently in the 70s and 80s, additional fuel had not been reordered as the fireplace is not typically used for heating during the summer months. The home itself remained heated, and space heaters were available in every room throughout the property for guest comfort if needed, which we did let you know as well during your stay.
This home was a perfect place to land for our relaxing vacation in the Durango area! We hiked and fished during the day and enjoyed the evenings in the hot tub to relax! The views from the home where amazing! We can't wait to come back!
We have stayed in many Red Cliff Properties and loved them! This one was another wonderful beautiful place!We saw wildlife and enjoyed the peaceful relaxing setting! My bed was so comfortable! If you walk up the road, you can see one of my favorite mountains, Engineer Mt. Thank you again Red Cliff Properties for another superb vacation rental in the Purgatory area!!!
It is a beautiful house and was perfect for a girls' getaway weekend for my friend's birthday. The instructions were clear and the amenities and set-up were fantastic.
We had an amazing time!
Beautiful home and property. Would very much like to return again. Would be nice to know access to get to lake as all signs note private property. Home very well stocked with everything you need. Would highly recommend this property for for vacation stay.
We had an incredible ski trip! The house is absolutely beautiful and met all of our needs perfectly. The views were breathtaking, and it snowed as we drove and it made it feel like a true winter wonderland. Skiing was fantastic, and the resort being so close to the house was a huge bonus. We definitely needed 4WD to get to the house, but it was totally worth it! Thank you so much for allowing us to stay—it was an unforgettable experience!
This was a fantastic home and perfect for our family! Beautiful kitchen with all the amenities of not only kitchen items but also with stocked pantry items.
Our only complaint would be the mosquitios as we couldn't enjoy the hot tub without getting eaten!
Would definitely stay here again!
Beautiful house just secluded enough to enjoy the outdoors with no city hustle. Great location for enjoying Durango, Purgatory, Silverton and Ouray!
Easy to get to from 550 and situated where you could go north or south to explore the beauty of the San Juan Forest and colorful Colorado. House was well stocked and had everything. Very comfortable beds and fantastic views. Easy to communicate with rental company.
The area is perfect if you are looking for a mountain getaway. The neighborhood has a lake which is accessible for fishing and kayaking. The surrounding forest is a mix of aspen and pine the lot sizes of houses are large and give you space to feel like you are in nature. Much better then Engineer Village where the homes are all crowded together like a cheap suburb. Everything in the house was as described, communication with the seller was excellent.
I should have looked closer but didn’t realize one bedroom had a half wall open to the living room. Kind of a loft. The dish washer and ice maker did not work so we had to do dishes by hand and buy ice. The dish had very intermittent reception but we didn’t watch much anyway. Overall the house was good and the location worked great for us.
Wade I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We do advertise the 3rd bedroom is open. The owners have bought a new dishwasher that is now installed.
We enjoyed our time in this beautiful home! The house was beautifully decorated & had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. It is conveniently located for excursions to Silverton, Purgatory, Durango & beyond… This is our 2nd time to stay at this house & our family of 5 can’t wait to come back!
Our stay at this property was great! House was bigger than the photos depicted which was awesome. Loved the proximity to Purgatory resort. Parking for our big truck was spacious. We weren’t prepared for the wood burning furnace maintenance but it wasn’t too bad.
beautiful property, it'd be perfect as we used it just to get away from it all, or as home base for a ski trip or rafting in the summer. we loved the home and would go back anytime
As VRBO owners ourselves, we are very particular and clean. This property passed all tests with flying colors. Will return!
Lee K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Durango Red Cliff Properties
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