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Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley

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Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a brick fireplace, modern appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table.
Escape to a serene mountain retreat surrounded by towering trees and majestic peaks.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, and stainless steel appliances.
Situated in a lush, green setting, this house offers a serene escape amidst rolling hills.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a single chair and table, surrounded by a natural landscape and a rocky hillside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley

This exclusive property is located on private acreage in the pristine Animas River Valley. Surround yourself with beautiful Aspen, Pine, and Poplar trees, while enjoying the grazing elk from your front porch. Revel in breathtaking 360-degree views. To the East, enjoy the majestic red hermosa cliffs towering above with incredible beauty. To the West, savor views of the prominent Animas Mountain. This property is situated in an apple orchard, with a tranquil pond and a private tennis court.

This private home is equipped with everything that you need. Savor the brilliant sunshine streaming through windows on the high vaulted ceilings. The kitchen is finished with granite countertops and new stainless appliances. The cozy living area is equipped with a large LCD TV. Each bedroom contains an attached private bathroom, with beautiful marble showers and crystal chandeliers. Enjoy views of the magnificent Animas River Valley, while relaxing on the outdoor patio.

In 2009, this beautiful home won a national award with the prestigious Morton Barn Builders.

Property manager

Lana

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside is fine, please dispose of butts.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
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
Property Registration Number 38-3737511

Property is also known as

Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley House
Durango Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley
Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley
Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley Durango
Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley House
Durango Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley
Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley House
Durango Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley
Barn . . . Private Cozy Coveted Animas River Valley

About the area

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Animas Mountain Trailhead - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Animas River Trail - 11 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 12 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Happy Pappys Pizza n Wings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chainless Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Nayarit - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is steps from Animas River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum. Animas Mountain Trailhead and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Charming Country Barn in the Animas River Valley Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

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

San Juan mnt getaway

Great cabin, great location and awesome people to deal with
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

james b., Lakeside, AZ

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

lovely stay

close to durango and shops
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

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

Fantastic Stay

Loved staying at the "Barn". The home was very comfortable, and provided the perfect space for us as we enjoyed the holidays with family who live in Durango. The location is a perfect mix of closeness to town and the ski slopes while still feeling remote.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H., McCormick, SC USA

Lovely cottage tucked up against the mountains!

Charming 2 bedroom property. Just a few mins from Durango. Deer greeted us each day and the view was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

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

Cozy Getaway

Met all our expectations. Not too far from town but far enough to get away. Love all the extra touches we found upon arrival. Would definitely recommend and if in the area again top on my list for accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith P., Tuscola, TX

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

Charming cottage in lovely setting

We enjoyed every day at the Barn. The home was well appointed with all the necessary amenities. We loved the view from the porch and the quiet of a rural setting. So cozy for two and our dog. Thank you for making the Barn a home away from home.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

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

Top Marks for the Barn

This is a really exceptional location, lodging, and owner. As soon as we got home, we sent the link to several friends. 5 / 5, would recommend and will return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

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

Quaint and peaceful barn

What a great property! We absolutely enjoyed our stay. We found ourselves outside quite a bit enjoying the property and surrounding views. Inside it was stocked with everything we needed and was laid out efficiently. I think the only downside was both beds were quite squeaky- we all apparently move a lot in our sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

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

Cute, cozy and quiet!

The property is located just out of town so it was pretty quiet but it was close to anything you would need. We used the covered tennis court to practice pickle ball every morning. We used the grill almost every night. It was nice to sit on the porch, enjoy the sunrise, sunset and the trains in the distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Houstonians vacation July 2023

The property is located just out of town, but close enough to enjoy all that Durango has to offer. The house and property are very well maintained with all the amenities for a very welcoming and comfortable stay. Would definitely recommend for a couple or small family. Our Labrador loved the property and we felt very comfortable allowing her to roam freely on the property under our supervision. Had four to six Mule deer visit almost every morning of our stay. We would like to thank you for our visit to the Barn House. It was a lovely house and the property was amazing. We not only enjoyed the house, we loved Durango and the state of Colorado. Hopefully we will be back soon!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin M., Phoenix

Quiet modern cabin in the Animas river valley

We visited while in Durango for Skiing at Purgatory and enjoyed the location (RT250 about halfway between town and Trimble Rd. Note at Trimble Rd/RT550 there is a great small gourmet market, PJ's that is worth the stop) a very quiet location in the Animas river valley. This is a country road so pretty quiet with many horse properties along the route, as well as deer and elk at the right time of year. We had our dogs with us, and there was a bit of yard behind the gate for convenient outside time as well as walks along the road. The cabin is modern, very very clean, and the property manager easy to work with and responsive. All the pictures accurate, and the facing of the property gets lots of light with some views across the valley. We like this location because of the quiet and ease of getting to Purgatory for skiing and into town for dinner (Animas Brewing is more of a local place, with good food and a nice variety of non-IPA beers). If you want a dog-friendly patio, Ska brewing usually allows dogs on the patio, and has a pretty friendly afternoon crowd.

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

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

Very nice and clean.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Perfect

Beautiful location. Dog friendly , everything we need as far as cooking was available. C!ean, cozy and close to hiking trails, downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

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

good place to stay

would stay again
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Patti and Greg M.

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

Christmas at the barn.

Overall good. Place is great for two people. pets and children need close supervision outside due to no gate and is on a county road with traffic and no access to take walks or hike which was a disappointment for me. Expect to drive. I did use the tennis court to exercise a couple times. Very little space for storing personal items like clothes and luggage etc. fireplace did a fantastic job heating the place and it is well insulated. Beds are very comfy. Deer come to eat the apples that fall off the trees which is fun to see. Lana is very nice and responds promptly to messages.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

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

Wonderful time

We enjoyed our stay - apple trees yielded delicious fruit - we even made a pie! We also enjoyed the patio, modern facilities, and convenient location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelley W.

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

Peaceful, perfect location

The Barn was the perfect property for me, my spouse, and our two pups. The grounds are so well kept, and inside we had all the comforts of home … we loved it! The views are incredible and the location was just right … just a few minutes drive into downtown Durango, but away from it all. We could see the stars at night and hear the crickets chirping. It was bliss! We will definitely seek out one of Lana‘s properties if we ever come back that way! She is an excellent hostess!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene G.

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

Fabulous spot

The Barn was perfect for me and my little dog. Quiet, and gives a feeling of being in the country, yet still close to town and activities. Lana and her family could not be nicer. There is clearly a reason why she is a “Premier Host.” Overall, a very comfortable stay. Looking forward to a return.
Stayed 39 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Beautiful memories made in a winter wonderland!

We enjoyed our time here so much! The house had everything we needed and was the prefect place for my little family of four to reconnect and make some magical memories. Lana and her family were so sweet and accommodating! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Galen H.

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

The Barn is fabulous!

I stayed at the Barn with my Dad while exploring Durango for the first time. The space is great, as advertised, and was spacious enough for both of us to have privacy. The location was perfect, as we ventured into town and into the mountains, and it is convenient to both. The place is quiet and the owners are responsive, easy to deal with, and keep it spotless- they even cleared the drive and walkway of snow and ice! The scenery and wildlife is stunning - we saw many bird species in the mornings and so many deer! This place is a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

Amazing property!

We had a wonderful, relaxing time at the Barn! The home was clean and cozy, and the kitchen was well stocked with the essential utensils. The location was very convenient, just outside of town. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R.

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

Fabulous place in Durango

We stayed at the Durango Barn and loved everything about it. It was very clean and well appointed. The grounds were lovely with a tennis court, apple orchard and stream with occasional ducks sighted. The location is very convenient.

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Beautiful property

What a great place. Fall colors were spectacular. Weather was perfect. Lana was always easy to reach and helpful. Small herd of dear right in the yard made our son very excited. Thank you Lana.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Great place

The property was beautiful! The house had everything we needed to be comfortable during our stay. Lana was very easy to work with and responsive to all questions. We appreciate being able to stay there with our dog and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Durango!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

James O.

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

Cosy

The Barn is small but for two people with their own bedroom and bath it was just fine. Beautiful property and nice views as well. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020