Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
upstairs
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
On Vallecito Lake in beautiful San Juan County at 7700 ft altidude
You're only 20 feet from the shoreline! It just doesn't get any better. This ideal four season getaway is an easy walk to the marina and boat launch. The new outer deck has been finished after a complete renovation of the kitchen. The large granite tabletop seats 6. If you'd rather do your cooking outdoors there is a Blackstone griddle and Weber BBQ under a covered portion of the deck. Both bedrooms are beautifully furnished with queen bed in master, bunk bed in second bedroom and sofa bed in front of the fireplace. Lots of seating in the Great Room. Bring your boat for marina mooring or rent your favorite watercraft at the marina. Thanks to our home being built partially underground, no air conditioner is necessary, as the property naturally maintains a very comfortable temperature from the lake breezes. Please note: Vallecito Lake is an alpine lake fed by the spring run off from snow pack in our local mountains. We often see the lake fill to capacity in the spring and in summer water levels will vary with irrigation use in the lower valleys and summer showers. Summer water temperatures are in the high sixties and ice fishing is very popular in the winter months. Hiking and cross country skiing is popular all around the lake area and nearby streams. Our property is vacant for much of the off season and we use two security cameras to monitor activity. One camera is above the basement door and guests do not have access to this maintenance area; a camera also covers the rear carport area where the owner's boat is stored; There are no interior cameras and the motion activated exterior cameras are for the guest and host's protection. We added in 2024, a 43" flat screen TV in the master bedroom, a new front porch and a new metal roof.
Property manager
Cindy Johnson & Ron Cornelius (married)
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pre approval one dog, must submit breed, age, trng
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Dogs upon request, no cats. Hosts will greet all tenants, inspect property before and after checkout. Lockbox with prior arrangement for late arrivals
Our hot tub will be clean and sanitary upon your arrival. This is not a bathtub or play pool for children; adults only. You must be clean prior to use
Well water/septic tank. No excessive water use;No garbage in drains or toilets. Disturbance to security cameras is grounds for eviction with no refund
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
Note from host: Special day events considered for groups
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bayfield
Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dalton Ranch Golf Club and Durango Hot Springs Spa. Eagle Park and James Ranch are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bayfield, CO
What's nearby
Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lemon Reservoir - 21 min drive - 18.0 km
Fort Lewis College - 38 min drive - 36.4 km
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 38 min drive - 37.5 km
Purgatory Resort - 69 min drive - 74.1 km
Getting around
Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
The Rusty Shovel Saloon - 8 min drive
Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - 12 min drive
Artistic Edge Design - 13 min drive
Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - 7 min drive
D bar G Outfitters-Horse Back Riding - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is On Vallecito Lake in beautiful San Juan County at 7700 ft altidude pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at On Vallecito Lake in beautiful San Juan County at 7700 ft altidude?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at On Vallecito Lake in beautiful San Juan County at 7700 ft altidude?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is On Vallecito Lake in beautiful San Juan County at 7700 ft altidude located?
Located in the heart of Bayfield, this holiday home is steps from Vallecito Lake and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Lemon Reservoir are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hosts were great to be sure we were comfortable. The home and location are just what we needed for a fall get away. We read books, took hikes, watched ducks on lake while drinking our coffee. The deck is wonderful and would go there again. Great for fishing, hiking, relaxing and family time
Fantastic location steps to lake. House is rustic but clean. Kitchen is good size, all appliances are in great shape. Beds are comfortable, bathrooms clean and lots of hot water for all. Ron was helpful in pointing out specifics about the house when we checked in. Very friendly and responsive to questions. No AC was not an issue. Opening the windows created good airflow. Hot tub had fresh water and felt great in the cool evening. Property was exactly as advertised. Will look to cone back again.
Susie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Jennifer R.
14 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Lake house
Really nice area to stay. The deck is a good spot to relax on. The house is okay. Needs a fan in the master bedroom upstairs, it did get warm up there. Parking is very limited. You’ll do good to get two small cars parked. Overall we had a good time. Weminuche Woodfire Grill has good food.
We had an amazing stay here. The house has every amenity that you could possibly need. Everything worked perfect, and we some amazing meals in the well appointed new kitchen with an incredible view of the lake. We could watch the kids play in the lake just a few steps from the deck. We will be back, Thank you for the awesome memories.
The owner's description of the property on the VrBo site was incorrect and misleading. There was no mention of how many stairs would need to be negotiated both in and out of the house as well as access to the bedrooms. The description did not indicate that the bedrooms were upstairs. There was no mention of the constant sound of traffic during the day and night above and below the property.
The owner had three damaged doors on the property. The Kitchen main door had to be pulled to shut properly. The kitchen screen door had to be slammed into place to be shut and locked. The sliding glass doors leading out to the porch were impossible to close and lock. The owner assured us of our "safety" and to leave them unlocked and open. The refrigerator water/ice filter needs replacement. There wasn't any dishwasher soap. There was no laundry soap. These amenities are listed in the Rental Agreement for use by the guests. The Rental Agreement didn't state that appliance soaps would have to be brought. No Fire Extinguisher on site.
The upstairs master bedroom was quite uncomfortable and did not allow sleep.
If you are not fit and or young, do not rent this property. The owner is rude and condescending.
We had such a great time on the deck and on the lake. The view of the lake and mountains are spectacular day and night! Location is close to plenty of day excursions. Caught trout right in front of the house.
Clean and comfortable. Kitchen is freshly remodeled, beautiful and fully stocked. Blackstone is a nice touch. House decor is a bit dated but it didn’t matter. The view from the deck makes up for it. Owner/manager is very helpful and detailed in his explanation of everything. We had a great time exploring the area.
Such a great home to relax and reflect upon the adventures of the day. Great location for easy access to some.of the most amazing lanscapes in the four corners area.
Excellent experience overall
My family and I wanted a quiet cabin with a view to spend Christmas in. This was perfect for us. It’s about 20 min from anything (40 min if you want a main store) and we enjoyed the breathtaking views. It has an open loft concept so if your party has different sleep schedules it may not be ideal for you. For us, we loved being able to hear the kids regardless of where we were in the cabin. We will go back in the summer when we can enjoy the beautiful lake!
We had a great stay at this location! The house was perfectly situated for us to enjoy the fall foliage views from the deck. We were also able to enjoy nearby amenities easily. The kitchen was great, and we cooked every meal on the property. Ron had everything we needed right there. A wonderful getaway to remember!
We really enjoyed this house. The owner was most helpful and the house had everything you could need for a relaxing stay including a large deck with a beautiful view of the lake and mountains. The location, beautiful kitchen, spa, fireplace area, and large windows in living room are definitely standouts to this lakefront house!
We had an amazing time staying here. The view of Vallecito from every part of the home was priceless. Mornings were spent on the deck, with a cup of coffee watching the sunrise over the lake. The kitchen island is oriented perfectly to view the lake from inside. The great room also had floor to ceiling windows to see the beautiful lake. Days were warm and nights were cool so there is no need for A/C as the breeze kept the house the perfect temperature.
The owner was there to greet us and showed us everything we needed to know to have the perfect weekend and was extremely helpful. He told us to call if we had any questions, but, we didn't need to as everything was perfect.
We are already planning our next trip to this amazing home!
We came out here to be able to enjoy the mountain air and get a little away from town so that we could relax and enjoy the lake and surrounding areas. This was an excellent location just about 25minutes out of Durango down a beautiful wooded and pasture surrounded road. The house was amazing, a newly remodeled kitchen ready to be cooked in and an amazing deck to enjoy coffee at, or just relax with the water view of the Vallecito Reservoir/Lake. The lake has rentals for pontoons, boats, and a few other things, but we brought our own paddle boards that we were able to enjoy and take out. We also went and checked out Lake Nighthorse for a day of Paddle Boarding which was equally as beautiful. Ron was a pleasure and was there at the time of checking to show us around and ensure that we had everything that we needed. He was always available via text if we had any questions as well. We spent a good amount of time enjoying the relaxation of the deck and views of the lake and would definitely come back again some time in the future. Thank you for an amazing stay, Ron!
Because Ron & Cindy's lake house is so beautiful and comfortable, you would not want to go anywhere!! We are a family of 3 plus a dog and it was absolutely perfect for us. We've stayed at many vacation rentals in the past but this was the fisrt time we got to meet the owners during check in. It made us feel confident that we are in a house that's under excellent care. If you are staying for several days, use the kitchen to cook. Very well stocked and brand new AND as I mentioned, you would not want to leave the place!! We can't wait to return for another little retreat to this place.
We really enjoyed our stay here. You can't beat being right on the water in this beautiful cabin. The kitchen has great appliances for cooking for the whole family. We would definitely come back!
Not worth the trouble. Move on to the next listing.
Dustin W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Cindy Johnson & Ron Cornelius (married)
Retired and loving life. Just having a good time fixing up a place and sharing it with vacationers.
Why they chose this property
Love the water and serenity of this lake. We camped across the lake many times before buying a pontoon boat and a home on this lake. The lake is still quite serene and the barn swallows come every spring to roost under the eaves of the house. Osprey glide in the sky around us looking for that next meal on the water surface and nest high in the trees around us.
What makes this property unique
We get to stay here when you're not here and always looking ahead to the next improvement. Cooking outside is great here.