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Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown

Welcome to the Lightner Creek Chalet, an exquisite sanctuary nestled in the heart of Durango's pristine landscape, where every detail promises an unforgettable retreat. Just a stone's throw from historic downtown Durango, our secluded valley offers a timeless escape, surrounded by the majestic La Plata Mountains and the gentle flow of Lightner Creek.
As you meander along the picturesque creek, you'll be greeted by our 24-acre fenced-in property, accessible via a quaint bridge. Follow the winding driveway through cottonwood trees to discover our cozy chalet, tucked against the mountainside, where serenity awaits.
Step inside and immerse yourself in the rustic elegance of our chalet, boasting a chalet-style design with expansive windows framing panoramic vistas. The main level welcomes you with a spacious open floor plan, featuring a fully-stocked kitchen and a dining area for eight. Sink into plush new couches in the living room, where designer rugs and a hearth fireplace create an ambiance of comfort and relaxation. A convenient half bath, laundry room, and wraparound deck offer perfect spots to savor your morning coffee or bask in the sweeping views.
The master bedroom, which is on the main floor, indulges with a California King-size bed and beautiful NEW master bathroom spa shower with floor to ceiling glass enclosure. With sleek, modern fixtures and premium tiling, this sanctuary promises to elevate your stay to new heights of relaxation and rejuvenation. Check out the pictures of this luxurious bathroom.
Venture upstairs to find two bedrooms, each offering breathtaking mountain views. One features a queen bed and the other with two singles, share a full bathroom, alongside an inviting open office area and a cozy reading nook adorned with plush recliner and natural sheep fur rugs.
Recently renovated, our downstairs area now boasts a second master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, offering added privacy and comfort. Additionally, a spacious playroom awaits, ensuring endless entertainment for the little ones.
Stay connected with excellent WiFi and Internet connectivity throughout the property, ensuring seamless communication and convenience during your stay.
Outside, 24 secluded acres await your exploration, from Lightner Creek feeding into our tranquil natural springwater-fed pond to fenced-in yards perfect for children to play. Embark on hiking and biking adventures right from your doorstep, with access to Durango's best trails moments away.
Savor culinary delights in downtown Durango, or grill up a feast on our expansive patio area, complete with seating for eight and uninterrupted views as far as the eye can see.
For the adventurous souls, incredible hiking and biking opportunities await right from your doorstep. Embark on a climb from the back of the house to the magnificent Mushroom Rocks, where you'll be rewarded with expansive views of the Lightner Creek Valley. Surrounded by Perin's Peak State Park, you can easily access some of Durango's best trails, such as Dry Fork Loop, Colorado Trail, Twin Buttes, and Barnroof Point—no car needed. And when it comes to dining, Durango won't disappoint. From outstanding restaurants showcasing farm-to-table experiences to convenient access to grocery stores, you'll have all your culinary desires satisfied. Don't hesitate to ask us for recommendations, and don't miss out on the world's best ice cream at "Cream Bean Berry!"
Book your stay at Lightner Creek Chalet today and experience the perfect blend of tranquility, adventure, and luxury. With baby and child-friendly amenities, including a high chair, pack'n'play, bouncee, and a selection of toys and games, your family getaway awaits.
State Sales Tax license number #323147340000.

Keywords: House, Durango, secluded, views, nature, hiking, biking, family-friendly, WiFi, relaxation.

Property manager

Chris Brown

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 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: 30

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 not allowed

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 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 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Location Location... 24 Acres Downtown Mtn River Best Value

About the neighborhood

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DURANGO, CO

What's nearby

  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Animas River Trail - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 11 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 7 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪11th Street Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Libre - Taqueria & Cocktails - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown located?

This family-friendly Durango vacation home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Twin Buttes. Historic Tram Park is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

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Beautiful Home on 24 acre setting, private mountain, creek, Close to Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Enjoyed the location home and weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The house was wonderful and clean. Chris was very helpful and accommodating! The property is beautiful. We really enjoyed being able to enjoy the land around the house and the creek running through it. The proximity to town was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Great location for us. Few minutes from downtown but located nestled in the mountains. Owners were great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The house was beautiful as well as the property that is on. You have mountain views all around. It was awesome. Chris, the host was easy to contact with any questions we had. There are many things to do in the area. Would definitely like to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We enjoyed the rustic location on Lightner Creek, so peaceful and relaxing, yet not far from town. The house was clean and spacious and Chris was an excellent host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This house is beautiful! Very well kept and had everything we were wanting for our family vacation. Plenty of space both inside and out. Close to downtown for train, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This stay was terrific. jost was very approachable and his home was very nice and accessible. I would recommend this VRBO to friends and family and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Had a wonderful vacation in a beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Beautiful location and well accommodated
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Fantastic vacation in this beautiful home with all the amenities and gorgeous mountain setting!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

8/10

The property is in a tranquil setting and the outside was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Chris’ home made our trip a great getaway. While the home was only a few miles from town, the location and size of the property gave it the perfect secluded feel but was still close enough to Durango and surrounding towns. The views surrounding the property definitely gave tranquil vibes. It was perfect for our Christmas vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Our family couldn't have been happier with our stay at this property. The one common thread that kept coming up was the awesome location. You seem like you are so remote, yet less that a 10 minute drive to downtown Durango. It was in the high 80's in Durango, but consistently cooler in with the breezes coming down the valley. The sleeping arrangements for our family group of 8 was perfect. Well appointed, clean property. Excellent communication with Chris, the owner. No doubt we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The home was beautiful, Chris was instantly responsive and the location was perfect. You would never know you were only 3.5 miles from downtown Durango. We and our adult children would go off and do one of the many things you could do in Durango then come back to the home and relax on the patio before heading back to town for dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Very easy check in and out. Very clean! Perfect for our group of people. Will stay there again when we come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We enjoyed this home as our base camp. We went out to see Mesa Verde, 4 Corners, Silverton and some hiking in La Plata. Found some great water falls. The host was very helpful and the house well stocked. Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the stay! Love all The windows and views!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Great experience!! The property manager was helpful and very easy to communicate with. The property was clean and comfortable. We would recommend this property to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We vacationed here with my parents. The house was roomy enough and had enough bathrooms that we were all comfortable. The Valley where this is located is beautiful and much cooler than in town in the summer! The home was well-provisioned. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Great house in a great location and we had a wonderful time in Durango! That said, there is a trailer park next door, that you can see when pulling into the house but not when you are at the house. We could hear some noise (music/work) on the weekend coming from there but it was not enough to bother us. Also, I was under the impression that the house was secluded on 24 acres. It is not, you can see the neighbors houses. Again, not a big deal, I was just surprised to see them. The house is great and accommodated our needs. Beds and pillows very comfortable. The house is conveniently located about 10 minutes from downtown. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This house was perfect for our vacation. It was secluded and on a quiet street. There were several living areas allowing guests to spread out. We loved the front porch seating in the morning to watch the sunrise and the patio to enjoy the afternoon. The kitchen was well stocked and there were two grills. The house was an short drive into Durango and and not too far from Mesa Verde National Park. It was the perfect place to relax after a day hiking and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This was a wonderful place for a three-generation family vacation and celebration (graduations from high school, law school, birthday, and upcoming anniversary). (Ages 18 to 80). Durango is our family’s happy place, to which at least some of us have returned multiple times. We know the Durango area well. This property was a great location: beautiful valley, nice views, and only 10 minutes from downtown. The house accommodated eight of us very well, although we could have used two more dining table chairs. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen well equipped (kinives could be sharper, and a couple of serving bowls would be welcome). Otherwise, all was good. Enjoyed the wildlife outdoors. Turkeys, deer, and more! Communication with owner/manager was excellent. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

The house, property, and location was great. Plenty of seating and room for us all. I rate this a 4- 4/1/2 star due to issues of cleanliness. This was addressed to the property mgt. I still highly recommend this home as the home and property are beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We felt like we had stepped into a snowy dreamland- the cabin lent itself to either staying in and playing games or venturing out and participating in snow fun. We did have trouble leaving the property considering the crazy storm that had rolled in.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This home is very well-kept and has so many amenities that our family of 4 adults & 4 kids only ventured away to ski, ride the train and explore downtown Durango 3.5 out of the 6 days of our stay. The large windows, great wood-burning stove and spacious interior were so comfortable that we found ourselves simply relaxing, enjoying all the coziness and sharing great family meals around the large table. Our kids had a blast sledding, building snow forts & having snowball fights right on the gorgeous property and the adults enjoyed snow-shoeing as well as exploring the property and surrounding parks. The owners are very thoughtful in welcoming guests... they even left some lovely Christmas lights on for our arrival and what a lovely sight they made when we drove up! It's my understanding that the owners often utilize this home themselves so it isn't often available. But let me tell you, if you're lucky enough to get to stay here, you'll find the experience to be perfect.

4/10

Property was dirty. When we arrived, there was an ant Infestation. We spent 2 hours killing ants. When I notified the property owner, he was less than accommodating. First, he said get ant spray. So i said, if the spray ruins your wood, then you will blame me. He then told me to get some lysol and wipe down the baseboards instead. No, Chris, I'm not spending my vacation wiping down your baseboards. So in the end, after a heated conversation, he told us if we didn't like it, we could leave. I told him it was graduation weekend and we probably couldn't find accommodations for 10 people. We had picked this place in order for our family to be together as our daughter was graduating college. He didn't care He called me back and said he found a hotel I had never heard of before. He said he would give my money back and we could leave. He would not discount our stay in any way despite having to deal with the ant infestation! We opted to stay because I did not trust that he would give my money back and we needed the space for our large family. He did send the cleaning lady out the next day and I showed her our dead ant pile. We have pictures. She was nice but seeing the dirt on the baseboards and the dead flies all over, I think they are not doing a very good job. The place needs serious cleaning. The ants never did go away and we spent the weekend killing them as they appeared. Next, the primary bed was extremely hard. It was like sleeping on a board. I had to sleep on the couch all weekend due to back issues. I couldn't use the upstairs or downstairs beds because I am recovering from a broken ankle. Those beds were a bit more comfortable though. The location was great because it's so close to town. BUT it's next to a trailer court that is beyond a trailer court. It looks like a dump. And I'm not being a snob because I've lived in trailer houses as well! This one looks vary sketchy and the dogs barked all the time! The house is nice enough but it needs some serious TLC. The stove was falling apart. It was duct taped together on the bottom. The lights in the basement bathroom didn't work. The kitchen sink faucet wouldn't stay on, although the kitchen did have all the necessary cooking equipment so that was nice. All in all, we did have a good time as a family. However, I feel Chris did not care one bit about whether we had a great experience or not. In Chris's case, the customer is NOT always right!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021