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Historic house on working cattle ranch a short distance from Durango, CO.

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ignacio, CO
    Ute Park
    7 min drive
    Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum
    8 min drive
    Sky Ute Casino
    8 min drive
    Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    24 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Adobe room

1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic house on working cattle ranch a short distance from Durango, CO.

The house is situated on a 320 acre cattle ranch. It was built in the early 1900's with the original part of the house built with adobe. The interior has been updated using repurposed barnwood and rusty tin from a local barn. The living area is a spacious open floorplan with a kitchen that opens to a diningroom, livingroom and sunroom. The best room in the house is the sunroom which has large picture windows on all of the walls that overlook the ranch. The main bedroom has a king sized bed. The second bedroom is in the original small adobe room and has a full bed. The 3rd bed is a hide-a-bed in the livingroom. If additional sleeping arrangements are needed, we can provide an air mattress. The home features beautiful views, a big mature yard that is secluded and has a locked entrance gate. There is an outdoor patio as well as a pergola in the yard. The house is within 30 to 45 minutes of Durango, Pagosa Springs, 2 ski resorts, biking, hiking, hunting and fishing. There are also several native american cultural sites including Mesa Verde, Chimney Rock, Aztec Ruins, and Chaco Canyon. National Forest is 5 miles north of the ranch. If you are looking for a Southern Colorado experience this is the place.

Please note that we do have a security camera installed on the outside of the house. It captures the walkway to the house and the parking area. The purpose of the camera is to make sure that people who come to the property are actually our expected guests. There are no other cameras onsite.

Property manager

Heather Riley

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ignacio

Located in Ignacio, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Ute Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Navajo Lake State Park and Los Pinos River. 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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Ignacio, CO

What's nearby

  • Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum - 8 min drive
  • Sky Ute Casino - 8 min drive
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 32 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 41 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seven Rivers - Steak Seafood Spirits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rose Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KD'S Back Country BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Willows Cafe Bistro - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic house on working cattle ranch a short distance from Durango, CO. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic house on working cattle ranch a short distance from Durango, CO.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic house on working cattle ranch a short distance from Durango, CO.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic house on working cattle ranch a short distance from Durango, CO. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ignacio Town Hall, Ute Park and Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum. Sky Ute Casino and Los Pinos River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

frank t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it !
What a beautiful place to stay. We had a wonderful time. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling little ranch house!
Beautiful and tastefully decorated home near Ignacio. The wood details and crosses were my favorite. Loved the barn doors. The home was spotlessly clean. Comfortable furniture and nicely appointed kitchen with everything you could think of at your fingertips. It was about a 30 minute scenic drive to Durango. Walmart is maybe closer as it was on the outskirts of town. We did not shop other than gas in Ignacio. Seemed as if the town was closed for the most part. Maybe because it was 4th of July week? Colorado was having a heat wave while we were there and the house did get warm, but cooled off nicely in the evenings. Fans made me it perfect for me. Very nice washer and dryer was very handy and she supplied pods. Very nice sitting area just outside the French doors and was my favorite spot. The yard also beautiful with cute decorations. Pretty sunsets as well. Ample sloped parking. This home is a really good value compared to the Durango area, just be prepared to drive. We didn’t mind it at all though, we love exploring. Mesa Verde NP was about an hour. I recommend the Durango Silverton train as well. We had a great time and the house was lovely. Thank you to the host for good communication!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Relaxing Getaway
The property was beautiful, quiet, and easy to find. It’s within an hour of Durango and Pagosa Springs so perfect location. The home was spacious, had lots of character and charm, and was well maintained. Communication was perfect, clear, and timely. Definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri M., Tucson, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy comfortable rustic ranch house
A place we had previously stayed near Ignacio was unavailable, and we are sure glad we got a chance to stay at this darling cozy property. We were worried about being warm enough in Colorado in the snow in January, but were amazed at the warmth generated by the space and wall heaters. We loved the rustic decor and design of this historic cottage and kept finding more cool touches during our stay, from sliding barn doors to barn wood walls, wooden countertops including a bar with inlaid bits of turquoise and a corrugated metal shower stall, a whiskey barrel, and barn and country prints. The ranch was very comfortable for our stay from the king size main bedroom bed to the sun porch with huge leather chairs and footstools to watch the sunrise and gaze at the cows, and a fully stocked kitchen with everything we needed from supplies to appliances, even a crock pot and high end washer, dryer, and dishwasher. We enjoyed being close enough to Durango to visit with relatives, but far enough away to relax in comfort, peace, and quiet with views. We took advantage of some of Ignacio’s favorite places, including the wonderful Southern Ute cultural center and museum, trading post, and Farmers Fresh grocery store, as well as day trips to Wolf Creek ski resort and Pagosa Springs. Heather was responsive to our questions and requests. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, hated leaving, and hope to visit The Ranch again, maybe next time in the summer to take advantage of other local sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan K., Austin, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a Perfect Stay
We really enjoy our time at this location. The kitchen has everything you need, the beds are comfy and shower refreshing. Laundry facilities are new and clean. The front sunroom is a great spot to enjoy a hot drink and take in the view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leticia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Everything was great and just as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay!
Heather's home was a lovely rental. We were about 30 minutes from Durango. We spent our days in Durango and nights at the rental. All photos and descriptions were accurate. We enjoyed having the use of her kitchen to prepare meals. Sleeping accommodations were clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend her home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Very family friendly and a cozy place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P., Inman, South Carolina, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
This property was perfect for our needs. We loved the decor and all the personal details. The property itself was quiet and peaceful and reminded me of my grandmother's property in SC. The sunroom was my favorite spot (especially early in the morning with a cup of coffee, watching the sunrise).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We enjoyed every minute at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny T., Rogersville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan K., Austin, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
We like to stay here to acclimate before heading up to the ski area. It is quiet with beautiful valley views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a private giveaway
Awesome house with great views. Heather was super helpful. We will definitely come back back for some more quiet time. We woke up to 8 deer right outside the front door!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the Ranch!
My family and I loved our stay at Heather's property! The location was perfect! Lots of outdoor space and peace and quiet. Heather is a fantastic host who really went out of her way to accommodate us and provide us with a very memorable stay at her place. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Cozy
This property is very clean and cozy. The beds are very comfortable. We have stayed here twice and really love the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Picturesque!
We stayed at the ranch house on a "girls road trip." The remote location was so pretty and peaceful. The house is exactly as described. I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay at "The Ranch House"!
If you're looking to get away from it all and experience country living, then this is the place for you! Heather has done a GREAT job here. Everything you need for a peaceful vacation getaway! With everything "outdoors" that you can think of only minutes away. Perfect base for all your activities! We're already planning for our second visit next year,god willing! Thanks to the Riley's!!! Hope to see you soon!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The scenery was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Savannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet romantic
We stayed for our anniversary and were so pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet country living
This house and the surrounding countryside was just gorgeous. It was an incredibly comfortable stay. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Ranch House, Setting
My wife and I spent the better part of three weeks at this beautiful home in July. Was able to work remotely for 1 week as the wifi was solid. Heather and her family were gracious and helpful hosts. The home was very well cared for and everything was top notch. It’s a quaint rustic home but very well done. We loved watching all the wildlife — cattle, dogs, marmots, magpies, deer and more. Used the home as a base to do 3 area hikes and regular trips to Durango and Silverton. The scenery is breathtaking for someone from NJ. We would definitely come back — it was relaxing and the perfect way to recharge in a quiet natural escape. It could not have been nicer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Therese G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful retreat
We loved the Ranch House. Beautifully put together. Fantastic kitchen with BBQ Grill off the patio. Front porch had amazing views. The master bed was the most comfortable bed ever. Woke up feeling rested and refreshed. Windows we opened to enjoy the fresh air. We were close to Durango and spent Saturday enjoying the Farmers Market and enjoyed lunch. Heather was absolutely wonderful to work with. Gave us plenty of ideas of things to do and see. Nice winery about a mile from the house. A lot of love put in to this house. We would love to come back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the relaxing home. Porch was wonderful. Heather was excellent in communicate and working wi
Relaxing wonderful ranch. Great place to unwind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Baltimore, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable trip to Ignacio
Beautiful location, clean and well appointed home. All the conveniences on a cattle farm. Heather was very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clive M., Caldwell, Idaho

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Photo's do not do this property justice, it is wonderful
What a fantastic stay, Heather went above and beyond to meet our needs, the photo's does not do this home justice at it is way better, the views are spectacular and just a short commute to Durango, we will definitely stay here again, Thank you Heather for wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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Hosted by Heather Riley

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