Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse (#1) on Vallecito Lake

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Bayfield, CO

Vallecito Lake

1 min walk

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

48 min drive

Purgatory Resort

82 min drive

Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)

58 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

DeSpain Schoolhouse-This cozy rustic two story cabin is a part of a family owned cabin community known as Croll Cabins located in the tall pines of beautiful Vallecito Valley where the Pine River meets the lake. It is lake-level with easy access to lakefront. The interior has a corner fireplace, 2 bedrooms upstairs (1 double and 1 single in each), a hide-a-bed in the living room, and a full bath with a tub/shower combo. It is carpeted throughout and has a full kitchen with modern appliances.

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

We have a $10/pp/per day charge for day use.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: We have a $10/pp/per day charge for day use.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eagle Park and Ute Park.

Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk
Fort Lewis College - 48 min drive
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 48 min drive
Piedra River Hot Springs - 78 min drive
Purgatory Resort - 82 min drive

Getting around

Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬12 min drive
‪Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - ‬8 min drive
‪Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - ‬14 min drive
‪D bar G Outfitters-Horse Back Riding - ‬17 min drive
‪Fur Trapper Steak House - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse (#1) on Vallecito Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse (#1) on Vallecito Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse (#1) on Vallecito Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse (#1) on Vallecito Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River. Weminuche Wilderness and Lake SImpatico Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janna H.

6 June 2024

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

Perfect Lake Cabin!

Absolutely loved our stay! Gorgeous lawns overlooking the water, fire pits, sea kayaks, volleyball court, picnic tables, lawn chairs, dog friendly - they have it all there for your lake cabin experience!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin O.

11 July 2023

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

Great Experience and Beautiful Accomodations

Great place to spend time with friends and/or family. You will not be disappointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty D.

8 July 2023

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

Beautiful location!

So beautiful and lots to do for multi-generation family trip. Hosts Charlotte and Emily were friendly and helpful. Hope to return next summer:)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

22 June 2023

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

Can't wait to book our next trip.

Everything was amazing, the cabin was clean and stocked, the beds were so comfortable. We are already looking into booking our next trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

20 Aug 2022

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

Nice mountain get-away

The cabin was more than adequate, the location right on the lake was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

10 Aug 2022

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

Rustic Lake cabin plus mountain view to boot

Immensely Enjoyed kayaking and SUP right from the property. Compact cabin but had everything that was needed. Loved family time, and inner tubing down the river out front.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S., San Antonio, TX USA

8 July 2022

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

Great home away from home!

Loved our stay here! Property was a little remote but as long as you're aware of the drive times to Durango and surrounding areas it's no big deal. Clean, completely stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a week away from home. I cooked a lot and the cabin had all the utensils etc plus two grills for our use. My kids had a blast playing with other kids at the little play areas, and with the outdoor game sets the cabins offered. We also made use of the free kayak and paddle boards in the gorgeous lake. Fishing, relaxing, bonfires and starry skies... Really could not have asked for more! Great hosts as well. Definetely recommend as long as you can unplug from tech (spotty WiFi and no cable) but if you can, great family destination!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Brian F.

30 June 2022

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

Must want to relax

Very little internet and very few neighbors, which was fine..but the one group of neighbors we had wanted to talk outside, and loud, late into the night. One restaurant near the cabin, closed on Tuesdays. Be prepared to drive into Durango for a meal if you did not pack your own. Might sound like I'm complaining but other than the neighbors, I am not. Definitely will go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022