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True Colorado Log home backing to the river

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8218.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Lemon Reservoir
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Fort Lewis College
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 Loft area

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

True Colorado Log home backing to the river

Stunning views of the mountains and only a few feet away from the River. Enjoy fishing, hiking and only 10 minuets from Down Town Durango. The ski resort is an easy 35 minuet drive. The Home is spacious with an open layout. The master bedroom features a fireplace, a large ensuite with a private deck and an oversized walk in closet. The second main floor bedroom has a private bath and walk in closet. The loft area expands the width of the main floor with a trundle bed, bathroom and walk in closet. The loft has plenty of room for additional guest to sleep. Elaborate kitchen make cooking for your family gatherings a breeze. Located next to the kitchen is a half bath, mudroom with washer/dryer. You will find plenty of seating for dining at the table along with kitchen bar seating. The back deck runs the length of the home with plenty of outdoor seating. This home will not disappoint, the location and home is a rare find.

Property manager

Chris
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dogs, no cats or large dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Be respectful of the people who whose neighborhood you are visiting so that you might be welcomed back in the future.
OBSERVE & OBEY the 10 M.P.H. SPEED LIMIT throughout the subdivision.NO feminine products, , “Flushables”, Q-tips; NO grease down the sinks.
Walk your dogs on a leash and CLEAN UP AFTER THEM. There are many doggie bag stations around the neighborhood.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hillcrest Golf Club and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Discovery Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Eagle Park and James Ranch. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Lemon Reservoir - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Vallecito Lake - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 23 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 21 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Juan Images - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Great Divide Outfitters - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Distinctive Culinary Creations/Sloe Joe's Durango - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Haggard's Black Dog Tavern - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is True Colorado Log home backing to the river pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at True Colorado Log home backing to the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True Colorado Log home backing to the river?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True Colorado Log home backing to the river located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lemon Reservoir, Los Pinos River and Lake SImpatico Trailhead. Vallecito Lake and Animas Mountain Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 91 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mahalia f.

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

Relaxing river stay

Amazing property and views.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

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

Beautiful Home

Perfect home for our family vacation! This is our second time to stay here, and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margy W.

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

Beautiful home and location

Truly a lovely home with incredible surroundings. The river view is stunning. We had a lovely Thanksgiving weekend with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelcie C.

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

Beautiful location

Me and my husband took our 3 girls here for a fall break trip and it was so wonderful! Beautiful home, the river in the back was so peaceful! We were within 30 min of everything we wanted to do! This is a great place to retreat into nature and have quality time with family
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

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

Relax

Great location. House was beautiful and everything worked well. This neighborhood is very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Log cabin at the river.

Wonderful cabin, better than advertised! Comfortable and warm surroundings made us feel at home. Large patio to enjoy the beautiful forest and river! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

A slice of heaven

A beautiful home and location. Great outdoor space along a running river. The hardest part was leaving.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

It was everything I imagined.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was warm and welcoming. The decor was amazing. There was plenty of room for the family to be together and relax. We loved listening to the water running in the creek behind the house. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful stay! The property is clean, beautiful and well stocked with essentials!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Relaxing river review

Beautiful place sitting right on the river, beautiful decor and the space is great.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

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

Joy

The most amazing place that we have ever stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R.

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

Wonderful house and location.

We so enjoyed the location, house and especially the river. Waking up to the view from the large windows in the bedrooms. Wonderful views all throughout the log house. House is well supplied with things needed. Location perfect for the places we wanted to visit. Excellent communication. Thank you. Loved it!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaVon W.

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

Paradise!

WE love this property! This was our 6th stay. Always enjoyable Owners are always available if needed
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbii D.

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

Perfect Cabin

Honestly the pictures on line don't do it justice. The place and location are stunning. The river is literally right out back and the view out every window is incredible! There is even a sliding door in the Master Bath that goes out to the back deck that I would open every morning while getting ready and listen to the water and nature all around. Not far from city limits of Durango!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cliff b.

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

Beautiful log home!

Beautiful house and it is stocked with everything you need! Beautiful inside and outside! Thanks for sharing this beautiful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful home right by the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tavo V.

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

Family trip

House was perfect for family vacation. House provided us with a great place to relax after days at Purgatory and site seeing around town. Home was as advertised and provided us with a rare opportunity for generations to make memories and enjoy time together. Will definitely consider staying here again during summer to enjoy the other great opportunities the property offers outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C., Phoenix, AZ

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

Always Amazing

This is our 4th time here. We love it. Thanks for opening your beautiful home to us nearly every year, Chris and Lindi.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

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

Enjoyed the escape from Texas heat

We had a great time in this beautiful cabin. Enjoyed hearing the river sounds steps from the back deck. Home was very clean. Kitchen was well stocked for preparing meals. Cabin was within about 20 minutes from downtown Durango. We enjoyed family time with daughter, son in law and the grandkids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Montgomery, Texas

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

A Piece of Colorado Paradise

This VRBO property met all our expectations. The home is beautifully furnished, comfortable, and conveniently located. The back deck offers relaxation in a natural setting for all ages to enjoy. The owner answered all of our questions promptly prior to our arrival. Needless to say, our Colorado vacation was a great success and we would not hesitate to stay at this Durango property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margy W.

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

Impecable!

This property was wonderful for Thanksgiving with friends. Beautiful location near the river and among the trees. While there are other properties nearby, it faced the river and seemed very secluded. Sunshine on the first day and snow two days later. Thanks to the owners we did not have to shovel ourselves out from 11”! Incredibly well equipped from linens to kitchen equipment to outside seating. One of the best equipped kitchens I have experienced with VRBO and one of the most clean properties upon check in. The owners were responsive before and during our stay. Made for a perfect visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G., Scottsdale, AZ

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

Beautiful Setting!

We needed to get away from the scorching Arizona August heat and this was the perfect escape. The weather and the setting were beautiful! The pictures of the back yard do not do it justice!! Our 2 dogs also loved the backyard. The house is private without any neighbors bordering the property. We saw adult and baby deer across the river in the backyard. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you may need to cook. There is plenty of outdoor seating. We ate most of our meals on the back deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Michael N.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not as shown in the photos

First off, there are only 2 bedrooms and not 3! False advertising! The open air, no wall 2nd story loft does not count as a bedroom. We had poor contact with the owner. We didn't receive instructions for property entrance until the last minute and only after we had asked for it several times. When we arrived, the home and property were in disarray and the house hadn't been cleaned. Laundry was piled up in a corner and we had to change out all of the beds ourselves. We had to wash clothes and towels so that we could take a shower after our long drive. We also had to wipe everything down and clean nasty toilets. When we were finally able to get a hold of them, the young and arrogant owner reimbursed us a couple of bucks, but definitely not enough to compensate us for the disgusting manner in which we had to endure. The property does not match the photos. The home and property are in need of repair. Large tarps were thrown about everywhere and every door and dishwasher squawked loudly, either making everyone cringe or waking the rest up early. The two car garage is not usable as the owners have it crammed with two vehicles and all of there junk. The show "Hoarders" needs to visit. It's so tight that even our skinny teenagers struggled to squeeze through to get to the door for entry per the instructions. Really wished we had picked a much better and cleaner property for our stay, especially for the amount they're charging.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

John S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Setting and cabin great, not so good otherwise.

Cabin, furnishing, and setting great. The outside was dirty uninviting. No deck furniture out, however I did find and get some seating out, barbecue unavailable due to property owner blocking access by "unfortunate parking." The owner of property is a business man, I thought proactive problem solver. Not. My wife and I came to this property to get away from heat of Arizona and relax, not slinging pots and pans. Because the barbecue was unavailable we had to do carryouts. We are in our late 70's as I explained to the owner, did not want the risk Covid 19 using carryout. Ask that he overnight key to Jeep to landscape business owner, however he stated there was a liability risk. Big time cop out, that is what insurance is about. Ask that he have landscape owner purchase barbecue and bring to property. Not in "his scope of responsibility." I did find a small barbecue that sat on the ground he suggest we use, no briquet or lighter fluid. I will be 80 next year, fearful if I try to cook on the ground I would be unable to get up. I told owner he was putting me at risk Covid 19 and an hour of travel to do carryout, but no action. What we envision was to have barbecued chicken, steaks, ribs, vegetables eat on the deck and enjoy the beautiful setting. That did not happen because the lack of problem solving on the part of the owner. VERY DISAPPOINTED. Would not recommend until owner becomes proactive, takes care of outside cleanliness, get deck furniture set up and makes barbecue available. Truly, truly a big disappointment.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

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

Great Return Visit!

Great return visit to this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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We Live in Kansas and enjoy every year spending time in Colorado. We purchased this home to get away with family and friends. Durango is amazing with such a neat downtown with shopping, art studios and great dining. We enjoy outdoor sports and love being a short drive away from the Slopes

Why they chose this property

We bought this home because we wanted a true log home. We loved the idea of being right on the river and having the mountains as our backdrop. The layout of the home is open but yet so cozy with the massive fireplace. This home fit all of our needs with the updates and open floorpan, expansive windows and large kitchen.

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