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Quiet Seclusion at a Working Ranch!

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La Plata Mountains
Horses in pasture
Hot tub area & view from south
Back deck & view from north
Front porch & view from west

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Hesperus, CO
  • Animas River Trail
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Fort Lewis College
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Quiet Seclusion at a Working Ranch!

If you're looking for a quiet getaway offering a more unique experience, the HD Ranch guest house is the place for you. This extremely charming 1200 square foot vacation rental home sits at the end of a mile-long driveway that cuts through 100 acres of pasture land. The guest house features a tastefully decorated master bedroom, living room, library and kitchen with a loft containing two additional beds and sitting area with tv and DVD player. Outside you have a porch and two decks to enjoy the views

Watch deer and horses grazing in a nearby pastures. Take a lovely walk around the ranch or simply kick back and enjoy the serenity. After unwinding, take advantage of some of the country's best mountain biking and hiking trails, white water rafting, fishing or one of Durango's exceptional dining experiences. Also great as a hunting base.
Also in the winter we have fantastic cross county skiing on the property or very close in the mountains, snow shoeing, dog sledding and skiing...
Colorado Sales Tax #27549510-000
Keywords: Guest House

Property manager

Francie Olson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Infants under one are free
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
It is a working horse ranch
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outside the guest house
The nightly rate is for two guests and a small charge for each guest over the two guests for a maximum of four guests in total.

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hesperus

Located in Hesperus, this holiday home is in a rural area. Ski Hesperus and Hillcrest Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Historic Tram Park. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hesperus, CO

What's nearby

  • Henry Strater Theater - 29 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Animas River Trail - 30 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 30 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 32 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 36 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 29 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Seclusion at a Working Ranch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Seclusion at a Working Ranch!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Seclusion at a Working Ranch!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Seclusion at a Working Ranch! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Ski Hesperus, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Historic Tram Park. Twin Buttes and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edge of O.

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

Great place

This was a great place to stay and we will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail N.

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

Beautiful

The entire ranch was beautiful and well maintained. The scenery is outstanding! The cabin we stayed in was a good size and clean (the only exception was the oven/needs cleaning). For me personally, I couldn’t sleep on the double bed (too firm and I felt like I was uneven) but slept ok in one of the single beds upstairs. The host was friendly and attentive. I would recommend this vrbo to anyone who loves to get away from the town and have some tranquility.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

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

Relaxing!

Great place to relax and unwind. Was a great base camp to also explore Durango and Mesa Verde! Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry F.

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

Lovely Cabin

We have stayed here several times and it never cease to amaze us. Far from enough from town where the stars are bright and close enough for dinner and or sight seeing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey B.

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

Amazing Place to Relax!

The wife and I were looking for a place torelax and have a home base to explore the Durango area from. Well this was the perfect spot! We enjoy remote locations to stay in. HD Ranch fit this requirement perfectly. The daily visits from the 3 Hound Dogs was the icing on the cake for us. We will definitely consider this in the future when traveling through the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Home away from home

Nice little cabin away from the city but still close enough to enjoy Historic Durango. Wonderful view of the mountains. Kids enjoyed giving the dogs treats when the dogs would come over in the morning. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Quiet and cozy

We really enjoyed this property for its scenic beauty and affordability. We were looking for a quiet mountain retreat in the country to spend Christmas and Francine’s property fit the bill. Cabin was beautiful and clean, hosts were attentive. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Incredible Cabin and Ranch

Second year to stay on the HD Ranch. Such a wonderful time and beautiful place to stay as a family. Francie is very kind and welcoming. Just down the road from Durango so it’s very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

W W.

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

Quiet peaceful setting

Beautiful location with great views of the LaPlata Mountains. Lovely place and we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl N.

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

Quiet

The house was very nice, with a rustic design. We enjoyed the solitude, and scenry. Kitchen was well stocked for us to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

A Slice if Heaven

The pleasure of kicking back and enjoying the views was rejuvenating. We loved our stay and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

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

Durango trip

Only downside is the hot tub was broken and we didn't know until a couple days before arrival. No indication whether or not it will be repaired/replaced any time soon or ever. Everything else was fantastic - thank you Francie!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Tranquil location

Hiking in the area, looking for unique arrangements. This certainly met the bill. Enjoyed stargazing from the porch- very rural location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Peace and Quiet

After 4 days in Colorado Springs, this was the peaceful part of vacation we were craving. Comfortable. Bed- comfy. Water- nice and hot and no issues. Beautiful scenery- sunrises and sunsets. We are into photography and got great horse shots and even some dark-sky Milky Way shots from the porch. Central location for Durango, Mesa Verde, San Juan Skyway for a beautiful drive to Telluride or Million Dollar Highway to MOLAS Pass. Lots of beautiful hikes. Perfect location and the dogs were fun and a HoooooT. Slept great!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa P.

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

Highly recommend staying here

My partner and I stayed here for two nights as a first stop on a 7 day roadtrip. It was truly a special experience - close enough to Durango where we can go into town for dinner and activities (around a 25 minute drive) but far enough to enjoy the quiet of the ranch, the vast landscape views, and evening stargazing. We saw deer in the morning and loved the dogs that came by to say hi and ask for biscuits! I enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the horses graze while having a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Check in and check out was smooth and easy and the cabin was clean, cozy, but also spacious. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

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

Great!

Beautiful horses and sweet dogs! The cabin was lovely and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

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

Perfect place to unwind

This location is less than 30 minutes away from Durango, but makes you feel like you are far, far away from the hustle and bustle of the world. The cabin is inviting, spacious, and filled with natural light. I enjoyed walking around the property and meeting all the horses, dogs, and other wildlife. I made most of my meals and enjoyed them outside at the picnic table and enjoyed the views. I left super relaxed and recharged. I highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for some quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Great Stay

This place is very nice and good size. Beautiful outdoor scenery. I would love to go back sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

brandon s.

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

Serenity and hounds

HD Ranch is an amazing and unique find. In the morning we sipped coffee on the porch watching the birds. The hounds usually stopped by for scratches and cookies as well. In the evenings we watched beautiful sunsets. The clear skies and minimal light pollution offered brilliant star gazing. Francie is wonderful and responsive and took care of issues as they arose. We were a bit bummed the hot tub was broken, but we understand the difficulty in getting service and parts. The property is remote, yet close enough to Durango to pop in for dinner or supplies. The guest house is comfortable, with all the necessary amenities for a short or long stay. The AC unit did have a bit of difficulty due to the heat, so the house got a bit warm in the afternoons, but opening the windows at night cooled it off quickly. It's a working horse ranch, if you enjoy horses and dogs you'll feel right at home. If you're looking quiet and serenity this is the place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

A slice of heaven

A beautiful peaceful place. We felt like we were on the prairie 100 years ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome W.

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

Exactly as promoted

Wonderfully quiet. Spacious. About 25 min outside of Durango.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful relaxing stay

Wonderful place and very peaceful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent K.

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

Beautiful scenery & Peaceful

Very nice setting and a clean and roomy guest house made for a peaceful and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Peaceful

Loved the property, easy to find and a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Beautiful stay for our elopement in the mountains!

We loved staying at Francie’s ranch for our elopement in Silverton. It was so quaint and the cutest log cabin. We enjoyed gazing up at the stars the night we got married as well. Be prepared for the dogs to come by and pay a visit! Our daughter loved them.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Francie Olson

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I am a 74 year old woman who has been training horses and teaching horse back riding for 40 years now. I have this ranch for the love of horses and the beauty of Colorado. I am an avid hiker and also breed Black and Tan Coonhounds who love to share their love for the many guests that come and visit. I thank every guest who comes and visits and have met so many wonderful people! I am so ever grateful.

Why they chose this property

If you want a very unusual getaway and enjoy the beauty of this area with 360 degrees views of the mountains and mesas plus view much wildlife and of course the beautiful horses eating in pastures.

What makes this property unique

Everyone has told me that the guest house is much better than the pictures. You have your own deck to view the wildlife and a hot tub to watch the stars. Inside it is warm and inviting to relax. Everyone says they have never relaxed more than when they are here. Many enjoy walking the ranch and enjoying the views and horses.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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