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Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area.

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Nestled in the mountains overlooking beautiful Lake Purgatory, this luxury custom home offers an unforgettable retreat. With a hot tub on the deck and fishing right in your backyard, you can unwind amidst breathtaking natural beauty. The interior boasts luxurious amenities to connect you back to the real world.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8246 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area.

Durango, Colorado holds the beauty of a vanished world. It is the most tranquil place mixed with history, recreation, and unerasable memories. Our 2600+ square foot custom home on 20 acres is nestled in the mountains overlooking beautiful Columbine Lake. The brilliance of Engineer and Spud Mountain can be seen to the North, and to the East the Animas River which flows through the La Plata Mountains.

The home was created by the hands of a master with each window intricately creating a new view of the lake. Giant doors lead you onto a deck where you'll find a hot tub that you can soak in after your daily activities. At night the sky is so black, you'll feel like you're sitting under an umbrella of stars. The night is so peaceful you can hear the fish in the water. You'll be located at an elevation of 9000 feet somewhere in the vicinity of the gods. The interior is very comfortable with all luxurious amenities that will connect you back to the real world. Now that you've found the perfect place to visit, look no further for a place to stay.

You can walk out and fish for rainbow, brook and brown trout in the backyard. We have a boat you can take out to fish the lake. Boat agreement provided. It is a private lake so you won't see many others. Fishing gear available, you must use catch and release hooks. Summer is the busy season in Durango, you can ride the train, hike, bike, bobsled at the ski area across the street, horseback riding, gold panning or rest and read a book. We are 26 miles north of Durango. If you have any questions please feel free to call. Experience Durango, Colorado.
**We do not allow private boats, kayaks, paddle boards, etc to protect the lake from zebra mussels. Please speak to owners about lake needs.
“In the winter, a 4WD/AWD vehicle equipped with snow tires or chains is required in this area, please be prepared.”
Colorado Sales Tax License # 01514172-0000
Keywords: Luxury Custom Home

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,650 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 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

“Vehicles must have 4WD or AWD with Snow Tires, All Season Tires (with good tread), or Chains during the winter months (Dec. - March).”
I have read and agree to the Boat Agreement, this serves as my electronic signature. All guests will wear life jackets provided in watercrafts.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Create Family Memories Near Durango Mountain Resort
Home 2400sq ft on Lake Purgatory Near Purgatory Ski Area
Magnificent Views and Fishing on Private Lake Purgatory Durango
Winter Home 2400sq ft on Lake Purgatory Near Purgatory Ski Area

About the neighborhood

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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake of the Pines - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 12 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 34 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 36 min drive - 51.8 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 36 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Powder House - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget (Bar) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dante's - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Purgy's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area.?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area. located?

Located in Columbine Lake, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Purgatory Resort and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Special Christmas rates across from Purgatory Ski Area. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! The house is well stocked with everything you could need. Just bring your clothes! The house was very clean. Beautiful view!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Great place

This is a great property with easy access, tons to do, a great kitchen, and lots of space. Excellent views and atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam r.

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

Beautiful lakeside cabin.

What a wonderful house right on the lake to enjoy either during the summer or the winter. Highly recommend this place. The place was so well kept and stocked with everything you could possibly think of.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Spring Break Stay

We loved our stay at this cabin! Lots of room to spread out and very close to Purgatory for skiing. This was our second stay here, and I’m a little sad that it is already fully booked in July or we would come back this summer. Thank you for another fantastic stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristal L.

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

Beautiful, conveniently located setting

Our family had the best time… the views are incredible, and the house is so thoughtfully appointed! We really enjoyed spending time on the deck and soaking in the hot tub after skiing just across the way! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Ski Trip

We had a fantastic time at the prospect. It was perfect for our family and only 5 minutes from the ski resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci V.

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

Amazing location with beautiful views!

The property was stunning! The house and owners/managers were very accommodating. It was stocked with a lot more than most places we’ve stayed and we couldn’t have asked for a better place for our ski trip! Loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo M.

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

Awesome week end for skiing

The house was bigger and better than we thought, very close to Purgatory ski resort less than 5 min from it, balcony with amazing lake view and Jacuzzi , I recommended 100% and I would like to use it again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate J.

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

Review

Second time staying at this beautiful place, as always the owners and caretaker are there if you need anything.Will def return next year for our ski/snowboarding trip.Thanks again for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P., Colorado Springs, CO

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

Relaxing stay

We had a very relaxing stay; especially enjoyed the hot tub and stargazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

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

Wonderful family ski trip

We had a wonderful stay! So close to the ski resort!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Family Vacation

Wonderful location on private lake! Great views, fishing and access to towns of Durango, Silverton and Ouray. Would definitely consider staying there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie B.

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

A Must Stay!

We enjoyed this house so much! So much to do close by and a great place to just relax! The owners were absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alesha C.

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

Peaceful Stay

We loved our trip, super peaceful. Very relaxing and the view of the stars from the hot tub were unbeatable!!! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shantelle M.

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

Great weekend getaway!

We spent 3 nights at this cabin and had a wonderful time! It had everything we needed and the views were beautiful! Loved being right on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Perfect lakeside getaway

Great amenities, perfect for the whole family. Nice to be directly on the lake with the paddle boats. Would happily stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Second Stay

This was our second stay at this beautiful home. We had such a blast playing in the snow and enjoying the views. The house is stocked with everything including extra blankets, pillows, towels, soap in the bathrooms, and fans. The kitchen has more than enough pans, utensils, and dishes. We’ve been to lots of vacation houses and this one continues to sit at the top of our list. Not to mention the host and caretaker are very easy to communicate with. We hope to be back for a third time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Leonel B.

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

Long overdue vacation

Beautifully place and property, Property manager was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delfina A.

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

Great Thanksgiving week vacation

We stayed at this property just before Thanksgiving. We had a fantastic time. Very spacious home with all the amenities our family needed. Big kitchen with everything we needed to cook our meals. Caretaker Michael was very responsive and helpful. He did a fantastic job decorating the home for Christmas! Location was very private and beautiful. The hot tub was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Langdon K.

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

Comfortable Cabin close to Purgatory

Second time staying here. Very convenient getting to the Purgatory Resort, but still feels secluded and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve r.

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

Loved the view!

Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Perfect summer vacation spot

We had a wonderful vacation here. The location is perfect - it’s nice and quiet, and the lake is beautiful. It’s easy to visit Durango, Silverton, and Ouray from this spot. The house is comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed fishing in the lake, and sightseeing around the area. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff j.

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

Christmas in Durango

Incredible home in a perfect setting. Host is amazing, property was decorated for Christmas and felt like a home away from home
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

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

Perfect Ski Lodge

There was a surplus of dishes, towels, and linens for our 3 family group! The property manager was helpful and available with any questions we had. He was willing to come over to help if needed. The house was clean, plenty big and the perfect location to get some time on the mountain without a long drive up & back. It was super convenient being 5 minutes from the parking lot & made it easy when we had people wanting to go back early. The view was awesome, can’t wait to come back during the summer sometime and see the view without all the snow!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Nice getaway!

Beautiful home in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023