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Downtown Oak St Farmhouse near Mesa Verde/Durango - Work and Wander!

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Entry and front porch
Living room
Upstairs master suite king bed
HomePod Mini for music (includes Apple Music—ask Siri to play something for you)
Kitchen and dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mancos, CO
  • Artisans of Mancos
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Upstairs Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Downtown Oak St Farmhouse near Mesa Verde/Durango - Work and Wander!

This well-equipped, historic Farmhouse is located in downtown Mancos—a thriving arts community with a “wild west” vibe. Work comfortably from home, walk to restaurants, grab a cider, beer or a coffee just a minutes walk from the front door. The house sits 10 minutes drive time from the Mesa Verde National Park gate, 15 minutes from the mountain biking mecca, Phil’s World, or 30 minutes from downtown Durango. Nearby Cortez has additional amenities and access to the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.

**The space**
Oak Street Farmhouse is a historic, 130+ year-old house (built in 1888!) with a ton of character. It has been renovated with modern conveniences, a fun and vibrant aesthetic, and a more open layout.

The house has an open floor plan with a full kitchen, dining, and living room that flow into one another. The downstairs office has a bath/shower directly across the hall. Upstairs is the master bedroom, attached master bath, and tv/lounge area.

Enjoy a meal or a conversation outdoors under the comfortable, covered back patio right off the kitchen that adjoins the large backyard. A full laundry room is available for what may be a much needed, mid-adventure clean-up.

This is not your typical rental setup. We often think about the amenities we would love to have when we're travelling - spices, oils for meals, complete cook sets, a bbq, music and entertainment (including books!) are all things we want to pass on to our guests. We have a HomePod Mini speaker downstairs for great music, use your streaming apps on each TV, and enjoy fast, reliable wifi throughout the house and outside patio thanks to Eero. And don’t worry about keys during your stay, the front door will be pre-programmed with your own unique entry code.

At 7,000 feet in elevation, Mancos enjoys cool evenings in the summer, but we don’t typically get enough snow during the winter to worry about getting stranded.

As of June 2024, the house has a brand new furnace and whole-house forced-air A/C system.

**Guest Access**
The house has 2 off-street parking spaces and there is usually plenty of street parking. With our keypad lock you will not have to worry about keys! We are in downtown Mancos—in the historic district—and most Mancos restaurants, galleries, shops, and coffee spots are a short walk away (5-10 minutes).

**Other details to note**
While recently-renovated, please note that this is an older home: the height of the downstairs ceilings are standard, but the height of some of the ceilings in the upstairs master bedroom are lower. Anyone over 6 feet tall will have to duck in a few places upstairs to avoid hitting their head as they move about.

Note: We are currently only offering stays of 30 days or longer.

***Looking for something more remote or for a shorter time-frame?***
Ask us about our short-term rentals outside of town: the Cliff House or Workshop Loft at Sage Canyon. Both are surrounded by a beautiful red rock canyon just southwest of Cortez, Colorado.

Property manager

Laura and Grant
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Respect quiet hours on the patio (between 9pm and 8am)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Mancos

Located in Mancos, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Cortez Cultural Center and Wetherill Mesa are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mesa Verde National Park Entrance and Mancos State Park. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, cycling and mountain biking.
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Mancos, CO

What's nearby

  • Mancos Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Artisans of Mancos - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Mancos State Park - 13 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mancos Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fahrenheit Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Columbine Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chavolo's Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Millwood Junction Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Oak St Farmhouse near Mesa Verde/Durango - Work and Wander! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Downtown Oak St Farmhouse near Mesa Verde/Durango - Work and Wander!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Oak St Farmhouse near Mesa Verde/Durango - Work and Wander!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Oak St Farmhouse near Mesa Verde/Durango - Work and Wander! located?

Located in the heart of Mancos, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mancos Town Hall, Mancos Opera House and Mancos Public Library. Artisans of Mancos and Mancos Wayside Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chadwick H., Southport, NC

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

Clean, Quiet and Safe

Quiet area, very clean, see the Milky Way from the backyard at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mel H.

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

Marvelous Mancos

Mancos is an extremely dog friendly town. We had two beagles with us. The fenced yard is huge, but beagles are escape artists so we always had to be back there with them because they could easily dig out under the fence. We enjoyed the home which is very old & there's still a few things that could be replaced. The owners were very prompt with answering any questions & taking care of any needs we had. We're very picky about cleanliness so there were places I cleaned upon arriving. I gave my suggestions. With old homes it's harder & more time consuming to clean so there needs to be ample time for that in between guests.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lianne V.

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

Oak St Farmhouse

Over all it wasn't to bad. The upstairs was hot, the little air conditioner was so loud we couldn't sleep with it on. We had to shut it off and use the fan. We only had 2 towels upstairs. The seating in the living room wasn't ideal for 4 people. The 2 chairs were very uncomfortable but the couch was nice. There was no ceiling fan in the living room so it got a little warm during the day. The town of Mancos is nice. Not a lot to do but a nice coffee shop and restaurant within walking distance. Overall we weren't to disappointed the house was close to the things we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Love this little town

Overall we rate this property a 5! The town of Man cos and the drive back and forth to Durango was breathtaking! Especially this time of year! Owners were quick to respond, even went out of their way to come light the pilot on the fireplace so we could enjoy the fireplace one cold wet evening! The bakery down the street is worth every minute you wait to get in!!!!! People are friendly and welcoming! The little Catholic church, it's parishioners and priest gave Sunday morning an extra special grace! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Betty S.

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

Charming.

The farm house was eclectic and charming and kitchen and bathrooms were exceptionally stocked. We loved Manco and it was fun being in tiwn
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russ M., Kansas

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

week away

property was as advertised. really nice neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay.

We had a great time and was so comfortable staying in your little house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn V.

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

Wonderful time

Staying at the oakwood was a great time. It was nice being walking distance to downtown Mancos. A couple minor issues came up and Grant was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

LOCATION!!!

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, comfortable home in Mancos. Great location, quiet area and easy walk to town , we walked to the bakery every morning ( it is a must!!!). The house had everything we needed ! Thanks Grant and Laura
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

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

Sweet Updated Colorado Home

Lovely central location that is easy walking distance to town. We hiked during our stay and found we easily hiked in both Utah and Colarado. The beds were fabulous after a long day of exploring mesas and canyons!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Vicki L.

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

Nice older home in small town

The house was cute and nicely done for an older home. It could use more oven friendly pans and kitchen linens. Cleaning was Ok but not over the top. All in all it was comfortable and close to small local business and a great community.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph O.

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

Great Stay

Wonderful small house in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harsimran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The ambience of the property was very pleasing. Ideal for multiple people or families.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken J., Denver, CO

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

Totally comfortable stay.

Nicely updated home, with modern conveniences like fast Internet and a great television setup, well equipped, very comfortable, quiet neighborhood. Patio was especially relaxing in the evening, quiet, cool breeze. Twice we walked to town for a delicious breakfast at Absolute Bakery. Location is convenient to Mesa Verde and The Canyons of the Ancients. There were no surprises, the property is exactly as described in the VRBO listing. We made use of the Level 2 EV charger in town, also walkable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Laura and Grant

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Grant and Laura, a brother and sister team own and steward this beautiful property together. We are both artists and entrepreneurs, grew up in Denver and have enjoyed the pleasure of living in big cities most of our lives. Grant still lives part time in Los Angeles where he works as a software developer and designer. Laura lives in nearby Cortez. She works in leadership development and enjoys dance, wilderness play, and watercolor painting.

Follow us on Instagram: @SageCanyonCO

Why they chose this property

Laura had been coming to the Four Corners, sleeping in a tipi on the ledge of a canyon each summer for a program run by a non-profit in Durango (which she serves on the board of directors for). After she purchased property near Cortez, Grant started visiting and fell in love with the area as well.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests