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Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski

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A large resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a golf course in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a mountain view.
A terrace with outdoor seating overlooking a river and mountains.
Golf
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Purgatory Resort
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

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At this lodge you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cliffs at Tamarron and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Animas River. Highlights at this lodge include a kitchenette, free WiFi and a Smart TV. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and sauna. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and a lift. .With a stay at this Durango lodge, you'll be 25.6 km (15.9 mi) from Purgatory Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 16 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 28 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 29 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 28 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mineshaft Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Prospector - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cliffside Bar and Grille - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cuckoo's Waterin' Hole - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski

Nestled within the scenic Tamarron Resort, Golden Nugget Nest (Lodge #306) is a cozy studio retreat designed for comfort and convenience. This inviting space features a mini kitchen equipped with a mini fridge, two stovetop burners, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, and toaster—perfect for prepping simple meals between adventures. A full bathroom and high-speed WiFi (100+ Mbps) add to the ease of your stay.

Enjoy the Resort’s premier amenities at the south end of the Lodge, including a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, and a fully equipped fitness center. The studio offers sweeping mountain or forest views—a peaceful backdrop for morning coffee or quiet evenings.

Traveling with a larger group? Golden Nugget Nest can be combined with the adjoining Miner's Rest (Unit #305), offering expanded space and added privacy—ideal for couples or big families vacationing together.

The Glacier's 18-hole Valley Course is a private golf course located at Tamarron Resort. As a guest staying at Tamarron, you'll have the privilege of playing the course at the Tamarron rate — a great perk of your stay! Details to book your tee time will be provided in your rental instructions.

WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP:
* Studio - 2 Queen Beds
* Studio - Sleeper Sofa

ON-SITE AMENITIES AT THE LODGE: These amenities are included with your reservation: indoor pool, outdoor heated pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, steam shower, fitness center, playground. These amenities are available, but with an extra fee on a pay-per-use basis: golf at private course at the Tamarron rate, tennis, pickleball, 3 on-site restaurants, and event center. There is an EV Charging Station available for guest use in the Valley Clubhouse parking lot, adjacent to the Tamarron Lodge. There is a $20 per person ski shuttle to Purgatory on weekends during ski season only - tickets must be purchased in advance and the pick-up location is in the Valley Clubhouse parking lot.

LOCATION: Tamarron sits at around 7800 feet in elevation and is just 10 minutes south of Purgatory Ski Resort and 20 minutes north of downtown Durango. Many guests stay here to visit Purgatory Ski Resort, which offers a variety of restaurants, winter and summer activities, and festivals/events.

GOOD TO KNOW:
This property has Air Conditioning!
Coin laundry in your building.
Please note, due to HOA regulations, this unit, and all of the units at Tamarron DO NOT allow pets.
No smoking / vaping of any kind is allowed
Trailers are discouraged as there is very limited, designated space to park trailers - if you plan to bring one, please inquire first.
AWD or 4WD is recommended in Winter (Dec-Mar).

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).
Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

VRC CANCELLATION POLICY: At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. When booking directly with Vacation Rental Collective, Vacation Rental Collective offers a Moderate Cancellation Policy for this Property: A guest will receive a 100% refund if canceled/changed at least 30 days before check-in; a 50% refund if canceled/changed 14-30 days before check-in; and no refund if canceled/changed 13 days or less before check-in. If you booked on a third party site (VRBO, Airbnb, etc), your cancellation is subject to their policy. We do offer travel insurance.

ABOUT YOUR HOST: At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we’re a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Communal pool
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool, a communal pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski?

Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski features a heated pool, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is there a private hot tub at Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski?

No, Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski?

There isn't one on site, but Cliffs at Tamarron is a short 4-minute walk away.

Golden Nugget Nest | AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Golf & Ski Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misty s.

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

Family vacay

Great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

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

Great VRBO

Stayed at Tamarron Resort near Durango ski area!! Loved heated pool and hot tub - gorgeous view of mountains. Glacier Restaurant was delicious!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Chris R.

Nice Place to Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and nice place to stay. The room needs a little updating but overall a very good experience
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marta H.

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

Nice place

It was a nice quiet place, lots of room for our family to be comfortable. It was very clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Relaxing Condo.

Had a very pleasant time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Chris M.

Liked: Check-in, location

Great location all restaurants on site closed New Year’s Day.

Room was nice but definitely dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Great place to stay and the shuttle was perfect

Clean property, nice pool and hot tub. Great for a family that doesn't want to break the bank. Purgatory shuttle is the way to go. Beat the lines, parking, and walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dan M.

Clean. Very dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Terry W.

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Luci M.

Christmas vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a great time with the family and amazing views of a white Christmas! The staff was helpful and the amenities were everything. The room was spacious and the view was so great to have every morning and day!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joyce K.

Girls’ Adventure

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very pleased with our room which was spacious enough for us 3 women. It was very clean and had kitchen items that we needed to eat in. The fitness center on site was nice, too!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tina C.

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

Very nice

Very nice and clean but outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Christine B.

A Room with a View

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Positives: Window view is outstanding. Clean bath, adequate kitchen, extra pillows and blanket, spa and pool well maintained.Attention needed: no maid service (surprise!), no map of hotel showing where to find ice, snacks, trash disposal, pool/hot tub; bedside lamp shade torn and needs rim reglued, both bedside table and dining table needed wipe down for dust and crumbs, both bedskirts torn and hanging, one bedskirt has large stain, ice forming on fridge shelf, no containers, bags or wraps for leftover foods. Why not place TV across from couch? Comfortable couch could be used for viewing tv.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Hernandez, NM

Short Weekend Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Check in was very smooth and was taken care of in under five minutes, the front desk Clerk I was assisted by was very welcoming, kind and professional. The grounds are very well kept, in a great location and is a very beautiful property. Although we don’t golf I must say that the golf course is immaculate.Our room was comfortable with a very nice mountain view and all scenery, room was clean. Prior to checking in we shopped for some groceries at the City Market to accommodate our two night stay, our only complaint would be is that the refrigerator that the groceries were stored in froze overnight, the salad tray and a separate head of lettuce were both lost. The items that froze up were indeed stored in the refrigerator in their proper location. All other items were extremely cold but did not freeze as the others. I would highly encourage the owners to look at the refrigerator and possibly adjust the temperature accordingly to not allow the frozen temperatures.Other than our frozen items our short trip was enjoyable, we have previously vacationed at the Tamarron Lodge before and that is why we returned.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anton H.

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

Wow, what a place

For the short bit of time we spent on the property, it was great. I don't know what I liked better, the wonderful mountain views, the spacious room or the cozy open areas. It was a great stay, Thank You
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kandra E.

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

Beautiful property

This property was beautiful! The view from the room was breathtaking. The amenities on site were wonderful and gave our family something to do. The restaurant at the golf course was very good and reasonably priced. We greatly loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Terry W.

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect location, nice accommodations, beautiful amenities

We came to the Durango area for our first family ski trip with our three kids ages 8,6,4. The studio was perfect. The pool and hot tub area are amazing. Very convenient location to Purgatory and Durango for restaurants, etc. The internet access was horrible. Was unable to connect any of the kids devices. We didn’t have much down time, so this did not ruin our trip, but guests should know before booking. The sofa bed mattress is not good at all. It was OK for kids but I do not think it is suitable for adults. Overall, a wonderful five days at Tamarron which we really enjoyed. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tyler J.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs updating

It was a great location. Bigger room than we thought. However towels were old, refrigerator froze everything, not enough sheets for pull out. It need a bathroom, kitchenette, carpet, and furniture update.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Antonine B.

room 306

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had to check out a day early due to a sickness . Is there any way that I would be able to get a refund for the night of 10/9/21. I only stayed the night of 10/8/21
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT b.

great place and a touch of class

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: room was good, clean and awesome view
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Naomi S.

Peaceful retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The room was comfortable and quiet. The A/C filter may have needed changing as our allergies flared up each night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lacey C.

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

Loved it!

Gorgeous spot that was away from town which we loved.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer S.

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

Loved Durango!

This was a wonderful base from which to explore downtown Durango as well as areas up by Purgatory. Very well stocked, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024