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LAKEFRONT CABIN! Deer-trail 2Shore! Canoe/Kayak/SUP/Fishing/Pet/ 30mins 2Durango

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6875 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Bayfield, CO
  • Popular LocationVallecito Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationDurango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad37 min drive
  • AirportPagosa Springs, CO (PGO-Stevens Field)67 min drive
  • Popular LocationPurgatory Resort71 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LAKEFRONT CABIN! Deer-trail 2Shore! Canoe/Kayak/SUP/Fishing/Pet/ 30mins 2Durango

Lakefront - Premier Views! Look no further, we have your Rustic Colorado Mountain Cabin waiting for you! Wooden 2-Bedroom Cabin crafted in the late '40s and upgraded each season.

Our Shanty Chic roomy cabin on the Lake is loaded with mountain-style design and beautiful custom landscaping. The cabin is all on one floor and easy to move around in.
The cabin offers a sunny, gourmet kitchen and is stocked for your culinary needs!
There is also a kitchen nook with window seating and a full bathroom off the kitchen.
Both bedrooms have newer medium firm queen mattresses and charming decor.
The living room and dining room have high-beam ceilings, and glass double doors that open to a wood deck that boasts gorgeous views of the lake.
Deck overlooking the lake with a picnic table, and patio chairs to enjoy time outside. Below the deck are two lounge chairs and another picnic table.
This cabin accommodates 4 adults, but can also sleep a maximum of two children under 10 on the pull-out couch, a $30.00 linen charge will be added.
We offer satellite programming with movie channels like HBO and complimentary Wi-Fi.
No smoking.
All pets must be approved in advance, with one to two dogs allowed for a separate $50 charge. Any pets left in the cabin alone must be crated, no exceptions! READ PET POLICY!

We have two independent cabins next to one another in a friendly neighborhood that offers secluded access to the shoreline shared with the neighboring cabin. Nothing but trees and a 100' natural, deer trail (which can be steep at points) down to your private spot, where you can swim, fish, and enjoy!

Our two cabins are next to one another on our 1/3 acre hillside lakefront property (it's easier down than up!) and offer our guests a "Shared" 3-person canoe, kyack, both with oars & life jackets, two fishing poles, and a tackle box all to enhance your vacation.
You are responsible for your family's safety.
If you choose to use the trail and any of our outdoor gear you are doing so "At your own risk". Everyone is not physically able to use the trail or the equipment. Any equipment used must be handled with care and lifted to the water and back to a designated area to keep it from being swept into the water.
Life jackets must be worn when in the lake, and we have several standard-size jackets,
bring your life jacket if you need a specific size.

For a fishing license and other related information: http://www.vallecitolakechamber.com/members/area-fishing-information.

Our small neighborhood has many majestic trees and because of this trash companies cannot use their hydraulic lift to pick up containers, all cabins use dumpsters on the main road and guests are responsible for taking their trash out.

To ensure all guests have the best experience, upon your arrival, I will try to meet with you to personally provide information on the cabin, neighborhood, and any related information you may want about the area to ensure your time at the lake is a success. One week before your stay, I will reach out to you and let you know the location of the keys, helpful tips on parking, and finding the cabin in case you arrive before me. I live in the area and am available 24/7 with any questions or concerns you may have during your stay.

Property manager

Shanty Chic - René

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only, deposit cigarette butts n dispencer

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 875 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50 1-2 Dogs must be approved. READ PET POLICY

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pull-out couch can accommodate 2 children under 10

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this cabin is in the city center and on the waterfront. Animas Museum and Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Ute Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk
  • Lemon Reservoir - 22 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 37 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 37 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort - 71 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rusty Shovel Saloon - 9 min drive
  • Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - 12 min drive
  • Artistic Edge Design - 13 min drive
  • Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - 7 min drive
  • Angler's Wharf - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT CABIN! Deer-trail 2Shore! Canoe/Kayak/SUP/Fishing/Pet/ 30mins 2Durango pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT CABIN! Deer-trail 2Shore! Canoe/Kayak/SUP/Fishing/Pet/ 30mins 2Durango?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT CABIN! Deer-trail 2Shore! Canoe/Kayak/SUP/Fishing/Pet/ 30mins 2Durango?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT CABIN! Deer-trail 2Shore! Canoe/Kayak/SUP/Fishing/Pet/ 30mins 2Durango located?

This family-friendly Bayfield cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River. Weminuche Wilderness and Lake SImpatico Trailhead are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vacation!
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was nice and clean and had all the amenities that were promised. We brought all our own food and had everything we needed in the kitchen. The cabin and rooms were very spacious. It’s a beautiful, peaceful, very quiet setting. Although there are several neighbors quite close, we never heard anything from any of them. The view of the lake from the cabin is spectacular and we enjoyed sitting on the deck having coffee in the mornings. Everything was quite comfortable and the beds are fantastic! I only have one complaint which I already discussed with René. When the sun rises over the mountains, it comes through the east facing windows (on the lake side of the cabin) and it’s absolutely blinding. We had to prop up towels in the windows with ski poles for a few hours every morning. This could easily be fixed with a couple of pull-down shades in those windows. We’re pretty close in Albuquerque, so we will definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful and beautiful
Great place Very nice hostess
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Pamela L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
1st VRBO experience
The host was very friendly and informative. The cabin was cute and the beds were comfortable. However, the sofa was extremely uncomfortable, covered in dog hair and needs to be replaced. The overstuffed chair was fairly comfortable but the biggest issue I had was the cleanliness. There was dog hair everywhere. I accidently dropped something and it rolled under the sofa - oh my god - there was enough hair underneath to cover a small dog. Same under the beds and other furniture including the coffee table legs. The baseboards were filthy with dirt buildup and dog hair. I realize it is an old cabin that's been renovated but it needs a thorough cleaning. The dishes had dried food on them, the dish drainboard needs to be cleaned, the kitchen faucet needs to cleaned, etc, etc. I'm not a clean freak and I don't normally leave a bad review but if it had been cleaner I would have given it a 5-star rating.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of heaven!
Everything was amazing! Thank you Rene!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for what we were looking for
The location was exactly what I was looking for. It had the feeling of seclusion, quick access to the lake, and a quiet setting. The deck was my favorite feature, very peaceful. We had everything we needed inside and out. The communication with the renter was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
The cabin was just as we hoped. It was a long the lake. We fished, ate outside and saw several deer. Would recommend for anyone to stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Vallecito
It was a great place to stay with everything we needed and we cooked all our meals. I loved the deck with the view of the lake, pines, and aspens. It was a wonderful place to stay and play.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Renee is very sweet.
Pretty much as described. Weather was unusually cool. Of course that can't be helped.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view
Our trip was very special. Rene’ is wonderful! Cabin lovely. Location and view beyond what we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Landis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Views
The host Rene is great! Very attentive with great knowledge of the area. She makes check in and out a breeze. The cabin is great, Clean with everything you need plus extras to make you feel at home, courtesy of Rene. The views are spectacular with wildlife and sunrises over the lake. Will definitely go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022