[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake Side, Cozy Retreat, Fireplace! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89370000/89365000/89364925/35075ab7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89370000/89365000/89364925/d011f321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89370000/89365000/89364925/426638bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89370000/89365000/89364925/a79f1d9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89370000/89365000/89364925/a25aac8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on 35 acres in the San Juan National Forest, The Big Barn offers serene lake views of peaceful Lemon Lake and a scenic 25-minute drive to Durango. Enjoy paddleboards, kayaks, basketball court and foosball table or cozy up by the gas fireplace with breathtaking views. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 42000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lake Side, Cozy Retreat, Fireplace! The Big Barn is special & unique property, situated on a private 35 acres in the San Juan National Forest, with spectacular lake views of peaceful Lemon Lake. Craving Zen privacy but also proximity to town? The Big Barn is a scenic 25 minute drive from Durango and offers all the quiet, and outdoor access you could want, while not being too far to enjoy the fun that Durango has to offer. The Big Barn, along with neighboring Lemon Lake Log Cabin (available to rent separately or together for larger groups) are the only 2 properties with lake views along the south end of the lake…bonus: no other visible neighbors! While staying in Big Barn, enjoy our 3 paddleboards, use of a kayak, a basketball court, and a foosball table. You may never want to leave! Enjoy the small but mighty chef's kitchen with professional grade gas stove and hidden under-counter refrigerators or grill outside on the Weber gas grill. Head upstairs to an open plan sleeping area with a vaulted massive timber framed ceiling with breathtaking views overlooking the lake. Flip on the gas fireplace for extra cozy nights, and enjoy the queen bed, along with 2 private twin bed set ups (see pictures) which provide just enough privacy for all the sleepers. Mattresses are Cocoon, bedding is a combo of flannel and luxury cotton sheeting, along with goose down duvets. We have board games for you to enjoy, along with Starlink internet and streaming on the Roku tv downstairs. Kitchen is stocked with Keurig & Breville espresso machines, French-presses (for tea and coffee), Calphalon and Lodge cookware. The home is now equipped with Ultra High-Speed Starlink internet. Note: This home can be rented in conjunction with another home that resides on the same property. The additional home sleeps 8 people. The two are 100+ yards away from each other and are visually separated by trees. If interested please ask for additional info. Bed Configuration: Upstairs Bedroom - Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds For any stays over two weeks a mid stay clean will be required. Admit it, wouldn't you rather be here? This home is available to be rented for long-term stays (availability dependent). Please inquire for special pricing. Pet Policy No dogs are allowed unless prearranged with the management company. It is mandatory when booking this property for any stays between Thanksgiving and March 31st that you have 4-Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive with snow tires or all terrain tires with good tread or chains. NO EXCEPTIONS. Please be thoughtful about your water usage, water is a precious resource up here, and comes directly from our captured spring. The cabin is also on a whole-house water filtration system. NO Smoking anywhere on the premises. Guests will be sent a vacation rental agreement by Durango Colorado Vacations (the property manager) to e-sign at the time of booking. Note: This home does not have Air Conditioning. Most homes do come equipped with box and ceiling fans. A friendly reminder before you book your stay, is to remember we are trusted to manage independent and family-owned homes. We simply ask that you treat these homes and properties with the same respect that you would expect one to treat yours. Due to a recent uptick in unauthorized guest, pets and gatherings. We are implementing a strict "one strike" policy for any guest that are found having any unauthorized gatherings, pets, or guest with them in the home. Failure to disclose any of the stated above will result in immediate termination of stay with no refund being issued for unused nights. Please note that most properties are outfitted with outdoor security cameras. Cancellation Policy: If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that are made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival will receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee. Between (29) days and fifteen (15) days before arrival, guest will be refunded 50% of the reservation amount. (14) days or less to arrival, no refunds given. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date to receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee Cancellations made between thirty-one (31) days in advance of your arrival and (59) days will receive a 50% refund. Trip insurance is available for purchase and is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Espresso maker - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Foosball table - Kayak - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming 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) - Security system - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89380000/89378500/89378454/678d539b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Log Cabin, Incredible Lake Views, Pet Friendly! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 572624 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.39419%2C-107.65594&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JvrwKGJYtMVPs0llI5LSK6Y9sXk=) Durango, CO #### What's nearby - Lemon Reservoir - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Vallecito Lake - 25 min drive - 19.2 km - Fort Lewis College - 37 min drive - 32.6 km - Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 40 min drive - 34.4 km - Cliffs at Tamarron - 60 min drive - 57.5 km #### Getting around - Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 29 min drive - Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Weminuche Woodfire Grill - ‬29 min drive - ‪The Lake House Bar & Grill - ‬28 min drive - ‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬29 min drive - ‪Pura Vida Cafe - ‬22 min drive - ‪Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - ‬29 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Side, Cozy Retreat, Fireplace! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lake Side, Cozy Retreat, Fireplace!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lake Side, Cozy Retreat, Fireplace!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lake Side, Cozy Retreat, Fireplace! located? > This family-friendly Durango vacation home is located on a lake, steps from Lemon Reservoir, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Los Pinos River and Lake SImpatico Trailhead. Vallecito Lake is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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