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Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles

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Exterior
Property grounds
Hot tub by seasonal stream
Private kitchen
61' flat screen Tv, leather couches invluding Queen pull out, picture windows

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles

The Durango Mine Shaft, a humble vacation rental in the Animas Valley in Durango, is nestled among some of the largest pines in the Animas Valley and bordered by a seasonal creek which can be viewed from the two decks or from the comfort of the hot tub. This home offers a true Southwest Colorado experience. Indoors, light a fire and make your gourmet meal in the kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Days filled with activities will have you sleeping well in this home, which sleeps 10. WI FI and cable tv mean you don't lose touch with the world, unless you choose to! For booking information, and information about additional activities available, contact Scott at number listed below.

This home is a 1970's A frame style cabin that has an eclectic Colorado Outdoor Lover's decor. It is set back off the road, on a 2 acre property with an 8 ft privacy fence in the front dividing the shared driveway with another home. There are tons of hiking trails within a short drive. It is located a half mile from Trimble Hot Springs & Spa and 10 minutes to Durango City Limits.

This home is best suited for folks who want to gather together in an open floor plan, enjoy the serenity of the tall trees, play outside during the day in Durango's ENORMOUS backyard, and live the good life in the moment. This is our cabin in the woods that is close to town. It does not boast elegant finishing touches, suburban curb appeal, or the shine of a new home. But it has upgrades where we think it counts, is comfortable and unique. We hope you will enjoy it too!

Durango's Premier Sailing Adventure Company, Peaks and Tides, offers sailing charters for morning and sunset cruises, lessons, team building stay and sail packages and more with exclusive offers for Mineshaft guests.


( Sales Tax ID # 25200381)
Keywords: House, Boat, Sailing, Skiing/Snowboarding, Hot Tub

Property manager

Scott Frazer

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets must be approved prior to booking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to the start date of the reservation may receive a full refund minus a $200 booking fee.
Check out procedures as listed in the guest book must be followed to avoid retention of security deposit

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Durango

Durango is home to this holiday home. Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and James Ranch. Durango Discovery Museum and Historic Tram Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 17 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 14 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪James Ranch Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hermosa Creek Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪J Bar J Ranch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ice Pirates - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles located?

Situated in Durango, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton Ranch Golf Club. Animas River and James Ranch are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 117 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
40th birthday gathering
Ot was a nice place to get away from everything to have a quaint get togettlher for a birthday party. Yet still close enough to civilization to go out for a nice dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mineshaft
We really enjoyed our stay. A nice soak in the hot tub surrounded by beautiful trees, can't beat it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
We had a wonderful stay. The fireplace was warm and cozy everyday. The sun coming up over the mountains was so pretty. We had a great time in the hot tub after skiing all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Durango
Pleasant place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
January get away
The cabin is very cozy and feels like home ! Perfect location in between town and resort . Very comfortable with multiple people. Can’t wait to come back !
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and great location!
Very roomy and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We only got to stay two nights since we were passing through, but wish it was longer! Wonderful, peaceful place to stay and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hughes R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well kept.
Clean place with nice hot tub. A little tricky getting luggage from the cars up to the house, but overall a nice place. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Very nice decor. Kitchen well stocked. Secluded, quiet area. Great access to Durango and surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin in the woods with a river running through it!
It was amazing, hiking trails, secluded and a very open cabin plan to include everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a larger group to visit Durango
Great location. Owners very friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
We had the best time relaxing and enjoying time as a family for Christmas! Loved looking out the windows ant the trees and my kids loved exploring around the property!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little quaint home
Had a great time, plenty of room and lots of laughter!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New years 2024
Nice clean cabin and would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful well equipped property. Our host Scott was wonderful. Very peaceful location in the trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kattie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice weekend getaway
This place was cool. Lots of spiders and I’m sure we had some sort of rodent as our food that was left on the counter had corners missing and chew marks on the bags/food. Otherwise this place was a perfectly placed getaway!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Varner H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Hidden
Cabin was adequate. Hard to see address behind the weeds. Wish the description would have said an irrigation ditch was right beside the cabin, as we had a toddler in the party.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Quaint but interesting...
Nice, private and roomy. Met our needs and great overall location for our time spent in the area. Property just seemed "tired" and in need of some work. Couple of quirky items/areas (laundry drain, upstairs bathroom), but again, sufficient. Owner responded well to a couple of issues we had. Hard to find (or understand where to look) in the dark - better explanation on what will be found when you get there would have helped.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place Close To It ALL!
Had a great time staying at this cozy cabin that it just a quick drive to Durango and surrounded by everything that outdoor enthusiasts LOVE! Clean and cozy space, great for families and groups of friends! Communication with host was perfect stay was seamless! Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Had a good time. Plenty of room and pretty much everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Great cabin
Lots of beds, good living space and great mountain views. Cabin is not as secluded as depicted, neighbors close by. Easy to get to and from the resort.

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin by the crrek.
Loved our stay. Beutiful scenery. It was a bit difficult for my 91 year old dad to get into the house; just for anyone with disabilities, a bit of a uphill path and 10 stairs up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H., Pagosa Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute wedding decision.
There were 5 of us that needed a place to stay instead of driving home. The Mineshaft was the perfect place and close to the venue. Wish we could have stayed longer. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Durango Vacation at Mineshaft
Very nice cabin and property. Close to Durango and other activities but at the same time secluded. Tremendously enjoyed our stay, especially sitting out on the deck near the small creek. Kids enjoyed hiking up into the woods behind the cabin. No issues at all with the property - will definitely consider coming back again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Beth D., Gretna

The location is awesome with a beautiful deck area that accommodated our large family.
Great kitchen, eating area, family room and outdoor gathering space! The owners were so gracious and willing to supply us with whatever we needed. The inside property could use some updates and softer beds. Overall, we're had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Scott Frazer

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Durango Native of thirty five years. Ski guide, Raft guide, Fishing guide, USCG Capitan and Home Builder

Why they chose this property

The perfect balance and location in Durango. Close to all activities that abound in Durango.

What makes this property unique

New Flooring in downstairs bedrooms and bathroom! Leather couches! In house guides can offer you a sailing experience, river rafting, fishing from a Dory on the Animas River, private ski lessons, and more. Inquire within.

Languages:

Spanish