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Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion

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Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms353 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • 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.

Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion

Located 4 miles from Durango Mountain Resort, the Irma J Ranch is located at 8,700' elevation on 14 acres of aspen/spruce forested land. The large acreage affords lots of room to stroll through alpine forest and take in stunning views of the Hermosa Cliffs, which loom west of the Ranch. The 5 BR, 4 bathroom luxury ranch house was finished July 2014 and has a deluxe kitchen, three fireplaces (one outdoor), expansive deck, and sophisticated flat-screen/stereo systems. The house sleeps 12 in 5 queen size and 2 twin beds. The ranch also has a late 1800s-era cabin that has been completely restored, and has a murphy bed, wood-burning insert in the fireplace, kitchenette with sink, and large flat-screen television with stereo system. Sadly, we no longer offer the cabin as a rental option. Although the cabin does not have a toilet, guests can use the adjacent open-air shower house that is equipped with a flushing toilet and sink.

The Irma J Ranch is a unique blend of modern luxury in the 3,800 square foot ranch-style home, and historic beauty in the turn-of-the-century barn, cabin and other buildings. The IrmaJ Ranch is located one mile from the Needles country store and the Old Schoolhouse Restaurant. It is located only six miles from the Rockwood train station (Durango-Silverton train). The barn has been converted to a saloon for entertaining guests during the summer season. It has seasonal hot and cold running water, a 16' bar, shuffleboard table, foosball table and tons of charm. A new ping-pong table occupies one bay of the garage. The cabin is quaint, with high quality finishing touches. A sauna house and seasonal shower house were built in 2014. A new hot tub was added June 2015. An outdoor movie theatre, projecting to a 10' wide screen on the outside barn wall, provides a novel form of entertainment in the summer/fall evening. The 32'x72' pavilion building (for receptions, pickleball and other larger gatherings) also has a HD projector, screen and state-of-the-art stereo/PA system. During the summer, on-site activities include horse shoes, corn hole (2sets), kick-ball area and fire pit area. Off-site activities include road biking, mountain biking, hiking, four-wheeling, mountain climbing, train rides, golfing, and visits to area attractions like Silverton (26 miles), Durango (24 miles), and Mesa Verde (42 miles).
Please note that event pricing (more than home capacity) is slightly different and will adjusted as appropriate. Any event must be smaller than 50 people and less than 25 vehicles.

Property manager

Brad and Erin Authier

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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

  • Unit size: 3,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Parties/events are limited to <50 people, <25cars

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 49
Note from host: Parties/events are limited to <50 people, <25cars
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

Property is also known as

Luxury Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Gatherings

About the neighborhood

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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Electra Lake - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lake of the Pines - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 36 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 38 min drive - 44.8 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 37 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powder House - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Dante's - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Purgy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mineshaft Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lake of the Pines and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Electra Lake. Animas River and Cliffs at Tamarron are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Awesome place!

This place is awesome- our group loved the house and will definitely check to see if it's available the next time we come skiing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Alissa C.

Beautiful

Beautiful, comfortable, well equipped house close to Purgatory with wonderful views. Owners & caretaker were friendly and helpful. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Perfect

We stayed for our son’s wedding. Beautiful house and comfortable for our group of 12. The pavilion and barn were ideal for the events associated with a small wedding. Great communication from the host. Beautiful setting. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B., Houston, USA

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

Beautiful property with a lovely house

Three families stayed here and skied Purgatory. All of us were comfortable and the owner was in constant communication to help with any questions/needs. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wedding at Irma J Ranch

We had our wedding at Irma J Ranch and it was perfect! Brad and Erin were SO wonderful and easy to communicate with. The pavilion was the perfect place to host our wedding dinner and it was so cool having the saloon for our cocktail hour. We would recommend highly recommend Irma J Ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lorean c.

Stunning mountain home

We just returned home from our stay at the Irma J. Wow. Splendid property with incredible views and just about any amenity you could possibly think to need. Brad and Erin were lovely hosts, as was the caretaker Paul. Thank you for this gift of sharing your home with our big family. It was the perfect backdrop to our Colorado adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Abbey S.

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

Amazing property!

I can’t say enough good things about Irma J! First off Erin and Brad are amazing and so helpful. They were so awesome and helpful with any questions we had. We got married at the ranch and Erin assisted me with anything she could as we were out of town so the recommendations and accommodations provided were so helpful. The house and property are even better than the pictures. Anything you may need, they have it for you. The house was so comfortable, beautiful and clean! We can’t wait to come back! Thank you for making our big day so special!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., Glendale, AZ

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

Something to do for all ages!

We had a delightful time at the Irma J Ranch! Our adult children, their spouses, and 2 infant grandchildren enjoyed every minute, and are already talking about going back. We have stayed at several vacation homes in Colorado, plus Idaho, Arizona, and California, and the Irma J is our family’s favorite! Wonderful home. Well constructed home with beautiful and functional finishes. Beautiful windows to look out to beautiful country, well-furnished, window coverings where needed for privacy, GOOD QUALITY BEDS, lovely and functional bathrooms, spacious and lovely front deck. Well-stocked kitchen with great appliances. We enjoyed cooking almost all our meals at home. The Bar. We enjoyed playing shuffleboard and foosball at different times of the day or late at night. The Pavillion. Our favorite part of the property was probably the Pavillion. What a great set-up for pickleball, which our young adult children played every day, even on warm July afternoons. It was especially fun at night It’s completely open on one side so you can enjoy a breeze, and just enjoy the beautiful view of trees while playing or just spectating. Great location. We took an outing every day either to Durango, Silverton, Purgatory, the many roads behind Purgatory, the Nugget Bar/Backwoods Gourmet, fishing at lakes to the north. The Irma J is a great point to take off from. Brad and Erin are fantastic hosts and easy to access. They love the property and it shows. We'll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

Absolutely fabulous property!

We were very pleased with how this property exceeded our expectations for both just the house to stay in and the wedding venue facilities!! They have provided more than we could imagine! The property was better in person than in the pictures! Wonderful house and layout for several families to stay and enjoy our time. Once we had our groceries, we had no need or desire to leave the property, it was great to just stay and enjoy everything! I highly recommend and will book the property again if we go back to Durango!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor J.

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

Gorgeous home - Warm and welcoming

This is a well cared for home and ranch. I can't think of one thing we needed, that wasn't there. It's incredibly comfortable, roomy and has a fabulous kitchen. There is room to spread out & no need for fancy clothes! There is a special blessing on this property. I don't know if it's because of the family who owns it, or because of the celebrations that are held there, but it's a wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

catie c.

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

Beautiful property and perfect location

We really enjoyed our stay here and the set up was perfect for my daughters wedding. Everyone was extremely happy. The layout of the buildings and the mountain setting was absolutely stunning. I would recommend anyone stay at Irma J Ranch. Brad and Erin very easy to communicate with. We had everything we needed for an extra special day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Great place and great owners

Second time to stay at the Irma J. Always clean and offers everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris V., Houston, TX

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

Awesome Vacation House and Property

The house/property its amazing! The covered pavilion was a great spot to play with the kids during afternoon rains and tons of wildlife roamed through the property in the evenings. The owners provided excellent communication and were gracious hosts. This is a family home, not just a rental property, and it shows in every aspect. High end finishes and amenities are found in every room. We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

The best property!

The property was wildly better than we expected! Best value in all of Colorado!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beleta A., Star, Id 83669

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

Wonderful location

The location was beautiful. I have rented many vacation homes and this one is top of the list. Best stocked kitchen and linen ever. Would rent again in a second if in the area. The owners were very easy to deal with. Thak you for a wonderful reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

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

Great place

Very relaxing stay with a beautiful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

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

Plenty to do inside and even more outdoors!

The Irma J is perfectly located north of Durango and is near many opportunities for adventure! The home was well-maintained, well-stocked, and extremely spacious. The pavilion, barn, and grassy areas worked well for our evening dinner and activities with extended family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne F.

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

Great. Fun. Perfect

All good. House is beautiful and well equipped. Lots of fun things. Football, corn hole, shuffleboard, hot tube. Lots of great hiking everywhere
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect for small family reunion

IrmaJ exceeded our expectations. We loved the property: gorgeous view from the patio, beautiful house, incredibly well-stocked kitchen, indoor and outdoor games (pickle ball, corn hole, foosball, board games), wildlife viewing, and hot tub. Short driving distance to hiking near Purgatory and Haviland Lake, a little farther to get to mountain biking near Durango. The loft has a queen and two singles with lots of amenities but can get a little warm and doesn’t have shades on the windows (not needed for privacy, just bright early!) but otherwise was a perfect spot for our group. The owners were excellent with communication. We would defintely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Short Family trip in June

We truly enjoyed our stay at Irma J. We had a short stay, only 4 nights so we didn’t get to enjoy all that the property offers. Looking forward to staying there again. Property owner was very responsive and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

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

It was terrific!

The property was nice and big. Very close to the resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vara O.

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

Amazing Property

The Irma J Ranch was as amazing in person as it was on the website. The house was comfortable for 13 people and just a 5 minute drive to Purgatory Ski Resort. Our grandsons loved staying in the loft space. The kitchen was large enough to have three cooks in it at one time. The hosts were amazing to work with. The communication before, during and after our stay was greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B., Austin, USA

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

Gorgeous and well-appointed compound

The Irma J was very good to us! The photos of the property look great, but honestly didn't do it justice! We assembled 3 families for Thanksgiving this year and had plenty of space. The open concept living space was fabulous for the collaborative holiday cooking mixed with children playing or coloring, and of course football watching. Erin and Brad ensured that every single need of ours was taken care of - that's an extremely rare thing. Our kids loved the loft with ensuite bath and kitchenette above the garage, easily accessible through an indoor staircase. The adults were plenty comfortable in the 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms downstairs. The kitchen was nothing short of incredible for us. Everyone wants to own a Viking 8 burner + double oven stove now. That quality trickles down to the glassware, knives, cooking tools, pots/pans/bakeware, and even the tupperware! We used the hot tub every night and even some days - it felt great with 4 adults but we could've squeezed 6 people. It felt secluded being behind the house, but also was easy to get to via the paved sidewalk.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max P.

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

Perfect property

Clear communication and understanding seem to be Brad and Erin's first priority. They were EXTREMLY accommodating and have put more thought into making sure everything you could possibly need is already there and avl. to you then you would ever expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

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

Family Memorial Service

The Irma J Ranch was exactly as it is presented an opportunity to gather with family and celebrate an event. In our case it was to hold a memorial service for our parents. The Ranch gave us space to hang out together as well as to have places for private reflection. We spent every night sitting around the deck's outdoor fireplace sharing stories and memories from years gone by. The view from the deck was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021