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An outdoor lover's dream

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6134 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hesperus, CO
  • Place, Ski Hesperus
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Hesperus

At this holiday home, you'll be 12.8 km (8 mi) from Ski Hesperus and 24.1 km (15 mi) from Twin Buttes. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Attractions in proximity to this Hesperus holiday home include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Purgatory Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Ski Hesperus - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 30 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Animas River Trail - 31 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 32 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 33 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 33 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 41 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

An outdoor lover's dream

Designed and built by a local, award-winning builder, La Plata Canyon Cabin has been a second home and unforgettable retreat for guests for over five years. From engagements to honeymoons, from family reunions to family memorials, the off-grid cabin has provided a unique backdrop to some of life’s most magical and significant moments. As guests, you and your family/ friends will find yourselves completely surrounded by national forest—even though Durango is a short 25 minute drive away. You'll also find the highly rated Kennebec Café just 5 minutes down the road and the UNESCO-recognized Mesa Verde National Park 40 minutes away. You’ll wake up in the morning to views of 11K foot peaks and hear the river running less than a hundred feet from the cabin. If hiking is on your to-do list, there’s a network of old mining roads and trails that you can access directly out the front door. You can also drive a few miles up the county road to the stunning Kennebec Pass and Colorado Trail, where thru hikers put in their last miles and outfitters from all over the Southwest bring their guests for some epic mountain biking. Make sure you have 4WD for the last section of road! The 1,440 square foot cabin is powered and heated entirely by solar, propane, or wood, giving you the chance to see a modern and sophisticated off-grid system at work. It has two bedrooms (a master bedroom and loft with queen bunk and a full bed in a side nook), a full bath with soaking tub and shower with pebble floor, and a half bath. Guests often describe the kitchen as the highlight of the house, with a Jenn Air stove, quality cookware and dinnerware, and a full spice rack that someone with a true love of cooking will appreciate. Chances are you'll feel right at home with the most ambitious recipe (and without having to lug bags and boxes full of utensils and supplies from home). And if you have a hard time breaking away from the spectacular views, you can fire up the Weber bbq and cook dinner outside on the deck. The entire team that looks after this cabin takes your experience very seriously, and our guest book is full of reviews, drawings, pressed wildflowers, and other thoughtful gestures that are testament to the uniqueness of this place. Our wonderful guests make it easy to keep opening the door to others who want to enjoy this special place. Read more about the cabin on Insta @laplatacanyoncabin.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,440 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Rules

If you have more than one pet, please contact the owner.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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La Plata Canyon Cabin - Outdoor Lover's Dream Durango

Frequently asked questions

Does An outdoor lover's dream have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is An outdoor lover's dream family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that An outdoor lover's dream is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at An outdoor lover's dream?

No, An outdoor lover's dream does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at An outdoor lover's dream?

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

An outdoor lover's dream Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacation ever!

Another year of much needed R&R! Something magical about the canyon, we enjoyed the porch for hours! We rode our dirt bikes up the pass and it was pure excitement! Shelley is on point and even had an elevated dog dish for our Maximus! Thank you Shelley for having everything stocked and such a beautiful, perfect cabin. Counting the days until we return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

This home is fantastic! The kitchen is well stocked, the beds are very comfortable and the scenery is stunning! It’s located near the river too! The porch has lots of seating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfectly Secluded Getaway

This home away from home was just that. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, this charming secluded cabin is the perfect getaway spot in Southern CO. We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay. Not only is the cabin situated in a beautiful area, the cabin itself more than met our expectations. Extremely clean and well-kept, well stocked with everything you could need, and just simply adorable. It was hard to get out and do things because we enjoyed the cabin so much. Communication with the owner was very smooth and easy. We cannot wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just like commercial

This stay reminded me of the VRBO commercial. Me exploring the creek with my sleeping bag poncho, my 130 pound Cane Corso splashing his way upstream. My husband laughing as he pans for gold! Perfect vacation and will return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The “Best” vacation!

Wonderful cabin in the woods, private and serene! The Hostess was very helpful and we had a ball! We recommend this property for a week or longer! Bring slippers!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay with everything we needed

Such a great stay at Shelley's place. She's a wonderful host and the cabin is fantastic. Best stocked kitchen I've ever had in a rental and our kids loved the toys and kids books. Beautiful surrounding area too! Views were top notch
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

cynthia k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely!

Beautiful cabin home, wonderful furnishings, cookware, dishes, bed, linens, decor. Everything first rate. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth D., Gilbert, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

We had a lovely stay, the weather was perfect. Enjoyed hikes, walks, sitting on the deck relaxing with just the beautiful scenery. The house runs on solar, evenings and mornings cool, the cabin did have propane heater. You want a relaxing getaway, we would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful mountain getaway

This is a wonderful mountain getaway. The property owner is very quick with responses, knowledgeable, and a pleasure with which to communicate. The property is sooo nice - beds are comfy, furniture and furnishings are lovely and high end, the view is gorgeous, the kitchen is well stocked, and the river is close by and can be heard from the house and the deck. The owner has thoughtfully included many amenities such as plenty of blankets and towels, board games, emergency lights, a backup generator, lots of cut wood, a wood stove with glass front, marshmallow roasting sticks, and more. It was an added bonus to be able to bring our dog along too. There was plenty of room to spread out indoors and outside. We are locals and thoroughly enjoyed staying at this cabin and had fun hiking in the Canyon. There is a waterfall not far from the property. We hope to come and stay again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joan M., Fairhope, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacation ever

This cabin is truly a luxury off the grid cabin. It really operates seamlessly. The peace and quiet was wonderful. We cooked at the cabin and ate outside on the deck. The weather at that altitude was cool and pleasant. The bed was very comfortable with a wonderful comforter to snuggle under during the chilly mountain nights. It was only a 25 minute drive to Durango. The owner was wonderful and answered all our questions. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020