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Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

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Gas firepit with seating on the Animas River
Gas firepit with seating on the Animas River
Exterior
Deck with views of the Animas
Deck with views of the Animas

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Durango, Colorado
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Fort Lewis College
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

Our 2 bed / 2 bath cabin (Ariel's Nest) sits directly on the Animas River on over 3 acres and is only 4 miles (6 minutes) to historic Downtown Durango. Enjoy a private river front setting with room to room to roam (and fish), while being close to all of the incredible amenities and recreational experiences that Durango has to offer. The ample outdoor space/decks with seating and a large fire pit will allow you to enjoy the amazing setting on the Animas River.

The cabin features the expected vacation rental amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, BBQ Grill, washer/dryer (laundry detergent provided) and there is plenty of parking for multiple vehicles and trailers. High speed Starlink WIFI was installed in March 2024 with speeds over 100mbs. While the kitchen is fully stocked - it does not have a dishwasher.

Bed Configuration:
Master Bedroom - Queen Bed (Main Floor)
2nd Bedroom - 2 Twins (Top Floor)

This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay).

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).

Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Mountain view

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Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.0 out of 10, (52 reviews)
Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Animas River and Animas River Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Discovery Museum.
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Durango, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Henry Strater Theater - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Animas River Trail - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 10 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Serious Texas Barbeque II - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ska Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zia Taqueria - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Animas River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Mercy Regional Medical Center. Animas River Trail and Henry Strater Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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4/10 Poor

ted l.

solid C-

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: maybe a "D" , but a "D" is still a passing grade. the hot water in the showers only lasted about 3 min max. we had frequent mice, the trash can/ dumpster was at the neighbors place. there is room for improvement. The location was convenient and the property is provides lots of privacy

10/10 Excellent

Clint C.

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

Awesome place in durango

Stayed for a snowmobiling trip and was a great property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andreas B.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at the Animas River Cabin. It was very quiet and yet close to Durango downtown. We also enjoyed the fire pit next to the river. The manager was very helpful during our check-in. I would rent this cabin again next time back.

10/10 Excellent

Erin Y., NM

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

Great Place!

We were very happy staying at this rental. We asked to stay an extra day because the location was great for fall fishing, and the management was very responsive and accommodating. We enjoyed 'smores on the firepit and made use of one of the two grills. Nice to have laundry available as well. The kitchen is kind of small, but it met our needs nicely. We will be back if at all possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

maggie h.

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

Great place close to town

We stayed here for several days while our house was under construction. The house is wonderfully located in a secluded spot right on the river but is also close to town as well as great retail options. The host is terrifically accommodating, and the house is very clean and well furnished, in a cute and casual style. The outdoor space is beautiful with a view of the river. Visitors should be aware there is a set of stairs between the master bedroom/main living area and the kitchen/dining area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Quiet Getaway

This rental is close to businesses and restaurants, but it feels like it is much further out in the countryside. I enjoyed walking down to the river each morning. Internet was fast for streaming with no lag. I knew this when I booked it, but the kitchen is on the second floor. If my knees stay good, I plan on staying at this rental again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Granbury

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

Beautiful setting

Property location very private, right on the Animas River. Property management was extremely responsive to our every need. Living room is downstairs and kitchen is upstairs. We would have liked to have a king bed upstairs in the large bedroom, but there were twin beds.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

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

Hidden treasure

Hearing the Animas River from our deck was so peaceful. We ate all our dinners from the second floor deck looking out on the property and the river . We really enjoyed our stay, hopefully returning here again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tate B.

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

River property

Had a great weekend on the river. Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Meredith L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

"Cabin" is the operative word

Agreeably, this location is unique because the river is close enough that it can be heard from the deck and patio of the house but the path to it is overgrown, kind of non-friendly access. We were given instructions that upon leaving after our stay to lock the gate near the county road that the cabin is off of but that lock is non-existent. After the other cabin was vacated we would have appreciated being able to bar access from the road late at night. Another safety issue is that several of the windows were inoperable due to the mechanisms being broken. Two wouldn't close and a couple wouldn't open. Screens on the doors and all windows would be nice as well as we wanted fresh air but not the moths. Yes, it's a cabin with some of that charm but the floorplan is awkward. More comfortable seating in the one main room would help considerably as there is one couch and the rest are upright chairs...not exactly hang-out-able. Having two bathrooms and the overall privacy is a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B., McKinney, USA

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

Great time in Durango

Best of both worlds - a cabin in the woods and close to all of Durango. I fished in the morning, golfed the next! Really had a great time. Cabin was super and we’d come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

AL M.

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

vacation

terrific
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Close to everything

Close to town, Close to the River, Close to Everything. House as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria E.

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

Cabin

The cabin was in the perfect location. We could watch the rafters on the river. Everything was clean. It was close enough to the sites we wanted to see but isolated enough we could relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue j.

Relaxing week

The house was clean. We had a great time. Enjoyed the river and saw a deer a few nights. The fire pit was a plus on cool nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Robert C.

very nice and great views!

great place to visit and stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

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