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Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome

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Cabin in Summer
Front Deck
South face of cabin in Winter
Cabin in Winter
Front Deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Purgatory Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Lake of the Pines
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome

Our 1,500 sq ft, 2 bedroom (queen beds), 2 bath, customs home was built in 2007 and offers the most privacy and seclusion of any property near Purgatory Ski Area as it sits on 132 acres, yet is less than 2 miles from the ski resort, and 25 miles from downtown Durango.

The gourmet kitchen has stainless steel appliances. The main living space and master bedroom feature 52 inch flat screen TV's with 5.1 surround sound. The leather couch in the main living space converts to an incredibly comfortable and supportive queen bed. The large covered porch is a great place for lounging and watching the sun disappear over the mountains in the evening. The house is surrounded front and back with Colorado Rocky Mountain Wildflowers.

The property boarders the Weminuche National Forest to the North and East, which is the largest and most unused wilderness area in North America. There are numerous lakes and ponds on the property, and a road to higher elevations where the views of the surrounding mountains and lakes are spectacular.

If you bring your dog, it will have a great time chasing wildlife and playing in the forest.

If you need more space, we have a 3 Bedroom 3 bath on the property about 1/4 mile from this house.

Please check the availability Calendar as it is updated and current.

A 4WD/AWD with good tires is required December through March. If you plan to drive a vehicle not so equipped, please book elsewhere. Although the roads are extremely well maintained, we want to ensure our neighbors are not adversely impacted by our guests who may not regularly drive on snow packed roads.

We love dogs, as long as they are well behaved, and get along with people and other dogs. Lucy runs free on the property.

Property manager

Sean McCormack
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Must be house broken & kenneled if left home alone
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Vehicles must have 4WD/AWD with good tires during winter (Dec-March)

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Durango

Located in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Silverton Railroad Depot and Silverton Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rico Historic Courthouse and Mayflower Gold Mill. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 9 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lake of the Pines - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Electra Lake - 19 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 20 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 48 min drive - 44.8 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 40 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purgy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Olde Schoolhouse Cafe and Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Village Market & Deli - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bear Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area, Dogs Welcome located?

Located in Columbine Lake, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Purgatory Resort and within 6 miles (10 km) of Animas River and Lake of the Pines. Electra Lake and Cliffs at Tamarron are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse M.

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

Family Ski Getaway

Sean's cabins are perfect if you prefer a secluded cabin getaway, but something still very close to the mountain. The surroundings are stunning, and the cabin itself is better classified at a luxury mountain dwelling.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summit D.

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

Beautiful Escape

Definitely a good idea to have 4x4 or chains! But worth the effort! The beauty of the land radiates throughout the building. Incredible craftsmanship and detail! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

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

Purgatory Ski Vacation

Beautiful scenery and secluded location. Great place to walk the dog. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleksiy V.

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

Absolutely wonderful home!

This house truly was a home!!! With incredible views and an insane level of privacy around the home, my family loved it!! We brought our dog as well which was absolutely wonderful as he got to walk around and explore without having to go far from home. Very cozy fireplace made our experience even better! The house was also VERY clean and all the necessary appliances were well unkept and easy to use!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Cheryl M.

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

Amazing Place

Great place! We will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Indra C.

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

Autumn Getaway

Lovely Property, cabin is as described with everything we needed to enjoy 10 days in the mountains. With a well equipped kitchen we enjoyed cooking in, to a great deck to sit an read, watch wildlife (deer) and BBQ. We walked on the property and enjoyed the view of Electra Lake. A few day Trips to Durango and Ouray/Silverton. Communication with Sean was great, he was very helpful when we wants to add a few days prior to arrival. The instructions and directions given before arrival were clear so we had no issues finding the Cabin. Thank you Sean, we wil see you next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Wonderful woodsy cabin

We loved our stay at this cozy cabin. Every morning we would watch wildlife out of the windows all along the front of the house!We Love how secluded it feels! My kids favorite part was going down to the greenhouse and picking fresh berries, sitting on the chair lift swing and walking up to the lake view point. Cabin has everything we needed And beds were comfortable! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

Great Spot

Loved the place!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Wonderful Experience

The property is very clean, roomy, quiet, and was a perfect location for my family of four. The cabin is well stocked with just about anything you can ask for. Sean responded quickly to a question we had about the shades. He is a very good host and very nice guy. We couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serge D.

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

Spacious House in the woods

As described, quiet and close to Purgatory resort. Enjoyed the porch and the super quiet forest. Owner offered fruits and vegetables! Talk to him when you go !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia F.

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

Couldn't be better

The whole area is beautiful. The greenhouse was awesome. We saw marmot everyday! We would love to stay here again. The whole family agreed on how wonderful this cabin is. Thanks again for letting us stay here and nice chatting with you, Sean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Mountain escape

The property was very private, quiet and perfect for us. The check in process was very smooth and the cabin was spotless and very well equipped. Sean is a 5 star host. Lots of details on how everything worked and quick response to my questions. We loved our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali T.

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

Wonderful home!

Had a great stay, the house has all you need and pups loved the outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J L.

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

Perfect!

House is lovely, well maintained, clean, organized, and convenient to the world of high elevation hiking. Owner is available on the property, non- intrusive, and highly responsive to guests’ needs. There are many justifiable reasons this property is rated highly by guests, many of whom choose to return and enjoy life at 9000ft! Stop looking—- your next adventure is right here.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

donald f.

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

Super Clean and Peaceful

Had a great week relaxing and hiking. The house was spotless, equipped with everything imaginable and perfectly located in a secluded yet convenient location. Sean, the host, was a pleasure to work with - very responsive and accommodating. I will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Amazing hideaway location!

This was our 3rd stay ( I think ) at this location. Needless to say, we have enjoyed our stays at both of the houses on this property. The host / owner is awesome - and just generally a great guy. Super responsive, friendly, and all that, plus, plus, plus. The places are beautiful, immaculate and fully stocked with everything you might need and then some. if you're clicking around looking for places, stop considering this one or others nearby, just book this one now before it's gone because I'm sure by now Sean has built a list of "faithful" customers are are coming back and will book early ... just like we have.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley G., Dallas, TX

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

Great privacy without being far away!

We loved this house! It was clean and supplied with everything we needed. The layout is perfect and each bedroom has it's own bathroom. Sean is a great host and stopped by to say hi. There was room for our 2 dogs to play in the snow. This house is tucked away where you have privacy but isn't far from anything. Our favorite part is the AWESOME front porch!! We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari M.

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

a getaway stay

A great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Winter Wonderland

My spouse and I needed a relaxing, peaceful get-away, and this VRBO surpassed our needs and expectations. The views and atmosphere can not be described. It was truly picturesque. Sean was truly the most courteous host, giving us a lot of advice. We are from Texas, and the amount of snow we got while in Colorado was completely foreign to us. We also met Sean's adorable dog and fell in love! Another person we met, who I don't want to leave out mentioning, was Tom, who cleans Sean's cabins. Just like Sean, Tom was extremely hospitable and friendly and does an amazing job at cleaning. The cabin was literally spotless! We have already been discussing when we will return to this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Gorgeous and close to Purgatory

We loved staying at Sean's place. We went for a ski trip and the house is so close to Purgatory. It had everything we needed for a 4 night stay (we mostly cooked at that house). Definitely follow the directions provided by Sean, Google tries to send you too far down the road. Check-in and out was smooth. Durango isn't too far away, but we ended up only going down to town once during our stay. We wanted something quiet, peaceful, and close to skiing which is what we got. Definitely recommend Sean's place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

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

Lovely and private home

We enjoyed staying in this very cozy and clean home. It was very private with beautiful views. Being so close to Purgatory was a big plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Best Place Ever!

We just returned home from staying at this wonderful house. This was probably the best house we have stayed at. Sean was very helpful and friendly. The area is absolutely beautiful! And seeing Sky (his dog) was a bonus! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

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

Heat Reprieve

The was a perfect location to get out of the AZ summer heat and enjoy days packed with hiking and mountain biking. The property owner was a pleasure to communicate with and we look forward to returning next summer.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sean McCormack

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Sean grew up in the area, skiing every weekend at Purgatory, and graduating from Durango High School before leaving to experience life outside this rural community. After 25 years, he and Leslie decided to move back to the mountains of Southwest Colorado to be close to family and all of the outdoor activities they enjoy.

Why they chose this property

This area is the Saudi Arabia of solar energy, with plenty of water and lots of trees. It is easy to build a comfortable and highly sustainable life here. All of the houses, barns, and greenhouses were built using wood harvested from the property. The 27' x 110' greenhouse provides fruits and vegetables not only for Sean and Leslie, but for a number of other families in the area. Standing dead trees are harvested and provide a backup heat source for all the homes and buildings, with an additional 120 cords of wood harvested for sale, providing a carbon neutral source of heat. The trees are harvested primarily to improve the health of the forest.

What makes this property unique

There is nothing better than cozying up to a real wood fire after a full day of skiing, watching the snow fall during the winter, or lounging on the covered deck and watching the sun disappear over the mountains during the summer. The kids will have a great time exploring the forest, fishing in the nearby creeks or lake, biking, horseback riding or the many other activities close by.

Languages:

English

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