10/10 Excellent
Janna H.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lake Cabin!
Janna H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Cabin
Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bayfield, CO
- Vallecito Lake1 min walk
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad48 min drive
- Purgatory Resort82 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
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake
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 queen bed and 1 twin bed in each), a hide-a-bed in the living room, and a full bath with a tub/shower combo. Renovations completed fall of 2024.
Enjoy sitting out on the front porch, relaxing on the swing or sit out by the campfire and play yard games out back.
Enjoy sitting out on the front porch, relaxing on the swing or sit out by the campfire and play yard games out back.
Property manager
David Croll
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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. Dalton Ranch Golf Club and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eagle Park and James Ranch.
Bayfield, CO
What's nearby
- Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Lemon Reservoir - 33 min drive - 22.5 km
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 48 min drive - 42.1 km
- Piedra River Hot Springs - 78 min drive - 69.5 km
- Purgatory Resort - 82 min drive - 77.4 km
Getting around
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
- Angler's Wharf - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amber R.
22 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to book our next trip.
Amber R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Martin O.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience and Beautiful Accomodations
Martin O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Misty D.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
Misty D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jerry S.
20 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice mountain get-away
Jerry S.
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
Kathleen M.
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!
Nicole S.
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
Brian F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by David Croll
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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