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Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood

Vacation home with kitchen, near Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Terrace/patio
In the heart of Durango, Garden Home Guesthouse is a serene retreat with a classic front porch and extensive River Trail nearby. This beautiful three-bedroom house features high-quality furnishings, original artwork, and a full kitchen to make you feel at home. Enjoy in-floor heat, comfy leather furniture for movie nights with DVD Collection and LCD TV.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood

Garden Home City of Durango Permit #14-098

Our Garden Home Guesthouse is a beautiful 1800 square foot, three bedroom two and a half bath house on West 3rd Avenue. Take a short walk to dinner downtown, or enjoy the extensive River Trail that runs along the banks of the Animas just a few blocks from the house. Or just sit on the classic front porch overlooking this quiet old-town Avenue neighborhood lined with huge trees. Feel good about taking a green vacation… this house has a 4.5 KW PV solar system providing 100% of the electricity used on the property!

Garden Home is decorated in a serene garden style with high quality furnishings and original artwork. There is a full kitchen gas range and oven, kitchen aid dishwasher, plenty of dishes and pots and pans to cook a holiday meal for your family. All the little things like coffee, oil, and spices are there to make you feel at home. Also a full sized washer and dryer for your use with supplies provided. Two beautiful bedrooms upstairs have high-end queen sized mattresses for a comfortable nights sleep. There are down comforters and lots of extra towels and linens.

Your kids and dogs will have a blast exploring the nature trail up the back hill, safely fenced in.

It is a 30-minute drive to Purgatory (DMR) where you can ski some of Colorado’s best. Or just stay in and make popcorn and take advantage of our comfy leather furniture, DVD Collection, LCD TV with Dish and small library of great books, and of course Wireless High Speed Internet. The downstairs has vaulted ceilings and slate tile floors with in floor heat for your winter comfort. The dining room has a glass door that opens up to a private courtyard covered with a trellis, a great place to have a romantic dinner al fresco.

We are local and have lived in Durango for a long time, so can help you plan your perfect downtown Durango vacation.


All the Best,
Holly Jason, Owner
Casa Durango, LLC




Keywords: Cottage, Victorian, House, Private Home

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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About the neighborhood

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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Animas River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 6 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tom’s Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frida's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Avalanche Bowl - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood located?

Located in the heart of Durango, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Columba Catholic Church, Animas River, and Durango Fish Hatchery and Education and Nature Center. Durango Discovery Museum and Durango Community Recreation Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 3 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Awesome Location

Great communication with the property management and a very convenient location, clean, nice, and exactly what we expected. Definitely will stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful place to stay. Thoughtfully furnished with everything you will ever need. Pleasant outdoor patio area. Charming, safe, quiet neighborhood that is very close to downtown. Modern, quality appliances. Easy parking. Attentive and responsive owner/managers. I'd certainly stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was GORGEOUS!! It felt like a garden dream house. The space created such warmth, comfort and respite for our family. We slept with the windows open. The weather was perfect. Amazing grill and kitchen for cooking as a family. Holly was so responsive and helpful. Thank you for the incredible memories!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon v.

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

Convenient location. Nice place

Convenient location can walk to town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maddie L.

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

Unique and Homey Stay

We had an amazing stay here in Durango for 3 nights- the house is fully stocked with anything you could need (including basic condiments and spices in the kitchen which is a huge plus). Holly was very welcoming and made the check-in process a breeze. Would absolutely recommend staying here, I hope to again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul w.

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

Ski getaway

Wonderful place and owner!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Weekend grip

The home was beautiful, great location and had everything we could’ve needed. There were people working on the exterior of the home when we arrived but once we notified the host she was quick to offer a solution and amend things for us to ensure a great stay! We would definitely stay here again when in Durango!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Cute house great front porch

Home was close to downtown and the grocer. Comfortable beds in each room. Enjoyed reading on the front porch, in a rocking chair. Nice big TV which seated most of us. We spent all our days touring nearby National Parks/Monuments/Museums, so location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa m.

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

A home away from home

We really felt this way the last couple times we stayed here. My family is so comfortable here, we can ride bikes to animas trail and downtown. It's a super cozy yet ample room my family of 4. We love sitting on the front porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

todd c.

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

Great spot. Will be back next time in durango

Wondeful house and location. Very comfortable and within walking distance to downtown
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Not your average “Grandma’s House”

We stayed at this beautiful historic home in Durango for nearly three weeks and truly enjoyed our time. The house has a quiet charm and a comforting, nostalgic feel—like a place that’s been loved for generations.Everything was thoughtfully arranged, and it had just the right mix of character and comfort. It reminded us of a family home you look forward to visiting year after year—peaceful, inviting, and easy to settle into.We’re grateful for the experience and would gladly return. A lovely place to stay.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

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

Family weekend away

Our family of 4 came out for a quick weekend retreat to relax and enjoy Durango’s activities. This house was the perfect location for both downtown restaurants and shops as well as the hot springs. The neighborhood was quiet, the house was roomy and the yard was perfect for letting our dogs out in the cold alone. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva V.

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

Beautiful house

The house was beautiful and the neighborhood was great for morning and evening walks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location close to everything

Very nice stay. The house has a well stocked kitchen, mini splits for staying comfortable, and comfy beds. Close to downtown while off the main road means quiet mornings on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kent s.

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

Durango Visit

Property manger was very easy to communicate with and very responsive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful property

Perfect home for two couple with bathrooms for each bedroom and plenty of indoor and outdoor living space on the main level. Great location in Durango easily walkable to downtown over a gorgeous swinging bridge. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Attention to Detail

Two friends, my wife and I and our dogs stayed at Casa Durango for Memorial Day weekend to visit family and participate in the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic events in and around town. The house is warm, comfortable, clean and met every need. From the convenient location to the proximity to my sister’s place, the lovely poppies in the yard in full bloom, vibrant houseplants, beautiful artwork hanging on the walls, inviting spaces and cozy privacy with high ceilings and lots of light, modern appliances blended seamlessly with mountain Victorian charm. This place has it all. The attention to detail made it a very comfortable and luxurious experience that I would recommend to anyone planning a visit to Durango.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William B., Scottsdale, AZ USA

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

Nice Location in Durango

Enjoyed the location of this property right in Durango. Easy access to town and local attractions. Could use updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

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

Wonderful Garden Home!

The Garden Home was clean and neat. Everything we needed was there. The neighborhood was quiet and enjoyable for walks. The location was close to everything. Overall, a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

Such a great stay — truly dog‑friendly and really well done

We spent a long weekend here visiting family in Durango and couldn’t have asked for a better place. The house was peaceful, super clean, and had everything we needed. It’s clear a lot of thought went into making it comfortable and easy to settle into.The fenced yard was perfect for my two dogs — so nice not to have to stress about that. And I really appreciated the separate entrance from the bedroom so I could let them in and out easily. Small detail, but it made a big difference.The kitchen was well-stocked, everything worked, and the layout just made sense. It didn’t feel like a generic rental — it actually felt like a home.Huge thank you to the owners — they were incredibly responsive and kind throughout our stay, which made everything that much smoother. It’s hard to find a truly nice place that also welcomes dogs, not just “allows” them. This one absolutely delivered. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

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

Home away from Home

This property had everything we could want. Close walking proximity to downtown Durango, all the cooking essentials, extremely comfortable beds and pillows, everything basically provided. All you need to bring is yourself and a sense of adventure. We truly enjoyed sitting on the front porch each morning having our coffee, taking in the fresh air. The covered patio with table and grill offered a nice outside escape, then you discover a 2nd patio up a flight of stairs. The time of year (Feb) wasn't the best time to see the garden plants, but you could imagine how beautiful it would be when everything was in full bloom! Great house - loved spending time there.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Charming House, Easy Walking Distance

Exactly what we were looking for! This was close to Purgatory ski resort (30 min), and it was also central enough in town that we could walk to some breweries and restaurants. Our dogs liked walking down to the river. The kitchen was incredibly well-stocked with supplies, and the home was cozy and welcoming. We hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

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

Great House

The property was wonderful. It’s a little outdated and needs a bit of sprucing up, but it was clean and very functional. The bed in the master was very comfortable. It actually has three bedrooms, not two. We appreciated the air conditioning in the bedrooms and in the house as we know, Durango can get hot sometimes. It’s a little bit of a walk to a downtown, but some of our group had no problem with it. The host was wonderful to work with. She was very accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie M.

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

Great home backyard needs work

Clean home, nice neighborhood. The only reason I gave 4 stars is the backyard. Our dog struggled on the hillside/slope that is the backyard. She got many pokes and scrapes from the overgrowth on the hill. Owner did say they are getting the backyard landscaped soon. Would not return with our dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Darryl B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Drip, Drip, Drip

Was disappointed that when we got to the property at 5:30PM there were 2 grown men in the house working on air-conditioning. I would have preferred we were told they would be there given I had 2 teenage daughters with me. There were a lot of bugs in the house. Lastly, the air conditioner was dripping into a pan and my wife couldn't sleep so she had to go downstairs and sleep on the couch while we were staying here. We would not come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023