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Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town.

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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105 Childers Ln, Durango, CO, 81301
  • Fort Lewis College
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town.

Welcome to a uniquely remodeled 1300 square foot guest house above the detached garage. Enjoy your mountain vacation in this modern, fully furnished, quiet getaway. This is a private, end of the road retreat with everything needed to have a comfortable stay near Durango. Located ON the Florida River approximately 7 miles Northeast of downtown and a short drive to Lemon, Nighthorse, and Vallecito Reservoirs.
Your own private spacious deck has dinner table four four with a couple extra spring chairs and tables to take in the quiet mornings and enjoy an evening dinner outside. Grill anytime of the year. The deck has an amazing view of the river and the surrounding mountains.

The open living room has a WIFI smart TV, electric fireplace, two sitting chairs, coffee table, and sliding glass doors that open to your deck overlooking the river. There is a sleeper sofa can be used for extra guests and has a very comfortable self-inflating mattress. The open U-shaped kitchen has beautiful granite counters, stainless steel oven/ gas stove top, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee makers. It comes fully stocked for those that like to cook and seating at the large island.

The large master bedroom hosts a comfy queen bed made with quality linens, a down and or synthetic comforter, extra blankets for cold nights, a large closet and armoire. We have placed a smart TV in the armoire for watching TV under the covers. Adjacent to the bedroom is an office space with a tall mirror, extra dresser, desk, and sitting area.

There is one stocked bathroom with tub, shower, sink, and toilet. All you need to get ready for a night out downtown. A separate laundry room contains new, high quality, large capacity washer and dryer, as well as lots of room to hang clothes. Up the ladder is a comfortable loft for reading a book, taking a nap, or watching the sun drop behind the pines.
We have space for two vehicles in the large pull through driveway.
Due to the proximity to water we do not allow pets, or children under the age of 10.
Owners are on the same lot but not in the same dwelling.
Thanks for looking at our listing and we hope to hear from you soon.

Property manager

Cyndi Amstutz, 9702106562
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
We welcome children over the age of 10.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hillcrest Golf Club and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas Mountain Trailhead. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Animas River Trail - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 15 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 14 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chainless Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Zia Taqueria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Serious Texas Bar-B-Q - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Durango River Retreat, Private, Close to town. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Animas Museum, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas Mountain Trailhead. Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October 3-10
Property well maintained, organized, very clean. Excellent accommodations. The owner, Cyndi was very personable and attentive. It was great staying at this VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great River Retreat
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Cyndi and Steve were the perfect hosts! From the chocolate chip cookies to the restaurant recommendations to the fully stocked kitchen, this is every travelers’ dream! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place Ever to stay
Highly Highly recommend you stay!! Very welcoming and warm atmosphere, spotless and the view is terrific . Easy to get to and easy to access. I will go back , yearly if possible. Owners made the stay easy and amazing !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great scenery and view
The location was nice, and the owners were friendly. We were very comfortable and it made us feel like we were at home. It was a sad moment when we had to leave. Definitely a great place to stay. Especially if you want to disconnect yourself and get back to the way life was before becoming so busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and close to town
Was in town for business and crashed with Cyndi and Steve for a few nights. Great hosts! Would def stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect nature retreat
Wonderful stay! Our home was lovely, the surroundings were lovely, and our host were the best we’ve could’ve asked for. We especially Enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and the bear cubs. Of course the hot chocolate chip cookies weren’t bad either. We had a wonderful stay and would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best family stay ever!
So clean, very modern..the sound of the River was constant as well as nature,; deer, bear, fox. We will always stay here when visiting Durango. The owners are amazing , personable and there to help and advise on adventures around the are.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best
Photos didn’t do the Riverbend Retreat justice. Immaculate cleanliness and such a gracious and helpful hostess. We’ll be staying here on our next Durango adventure! The Walkers from KC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River paradise
Beautiful property, in and out. Kitchen stocked with all we needed. Comfortable bed and even pullout couch was great. Easy trip to town. Owners on ground in case we needed anything, but you’d never know they were there. We’d come back in a heartbeat. Great bang for the buck.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't ask for more!
This property was exactly what we were looking for. The rental was immaculately clean and everything we wanted. There are two chairs right next to the river that we enjoyed our wine from every evening. We like staying outside of Durango, and we were only about 10 minutes from town! Cyndi was very responsive to my text messages and a wonderful VRBO host. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, convenient, and beautiful
Beautiful scenic property and facilities. After meeting Cyndi and seeing the cabin, we knew we picked the right property. We felt right at home, it was really hard to leave at the end of our week. Quiet area if you want to relax, short drive to Durango with its many places to eat and things to do. >
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRENT S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star rating
My wife & I had an amazing time in the Durango area, the rental was 1st class and I highly recommend this rental when you are staying in the Durango area. Great hospitality, very clean with amazing views around the creek!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location & host
Cyndi could not have been a more pleasant or accommodating hostess. Just enough distance from town for convenience, but still quiet and peaceful. Wonderful location and river. The rental was very nice, cozy and clean with everything one would need. Thank you for a great stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Durango River Teyreat
We really enjoyed this stay. Property was clean and well stocked. Our hostess and her son were a delight. It was nice to come back to this quiet place at the end of the day and relax on the large deck. We really didn’t lack for a thing, and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Space
My fiancé and I stayed at Cyndi and Steve’s place for the week while we were in Durango. We were there for our wedding and the stay couldn’t have been better. We loved Cyndi and hope to come back soon. The Retreat was perfect for the two of us. Definitely a 10 out of 10 for every part of our stay at the Retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sitting by the water was wonderful
My wife and I loved our stay. Steve and Cyndi were wonderful. The home is only 10 minutes to town which made the location perfect. Sit by the water, it is wondrous. We will be back for sure :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Location and home are beautiful, steps away from the river, quiet and serene. We wish our stay was longer! My two teenage daughters loved, our hosts even baked us cookies! Plenty to do in Durango too, we rode the Durango train to Silverton and river rafted on the animas river. Drove to telluride to do some off roading and had a race on Saturday in the San Juan mountains. Book here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury Mountain Paradise for Couples
Beautiful setting, beautifully decorated and designed loft with the peace we were looking for. Cyndi has done an excellent job of providing every detail you will need for a stay here. The kitchen is the best outfitted kitchen we have ever had with a VRBO. Lovely hosts and lovely family. Planning on coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place in the country
The property owners were wonderful from the beginning of our stay to the last day. Steve brought us chocolate chip cookies when we arrived. The accommodations were perfect. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come back again. Kudos to Cyndi and Steve. They treated us like family. The accommodations were outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and location
Great home for a stay in Durango!! It is located on the Florida River with a great view you can enjoy from the large porch. Home is exceptionally clean, and the kitchen is very well equipped! The location is a short ride into Durango as well as close to several reservoirs. The host is very welcoming and available for any questions or issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain getaway
Wonderful getaway! Location is outside of town but convenient to everything in the area. Setting is great, with the sounds of the river and the quiet of the mountains. The kitchen is well stocked with quality utensils. Thanks, Cyndi!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful inside and out!!
The river retreat is just that! The unit has everything you need to live comfortably and the river view is a dream! The hosts were lovely people and gracious to share their beautiful property with all of us. Thanks Cindy & Steve! Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Beautiful!
Durango River Retreat is amazing. The property, the river, the housing & our host are all beautiful. This is the very best VRBO I have visited out of at least ten different rentals. Cyndi is more than a super host. She wants your stay to be perfect and is very knowledgeable about the area. The bed is so comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked. The washer and dryer are full size, and the apartment is extremely clean with such beautiful views. I will be back. I highly recommend this VRBO. (The welcome cookies are also delicious.)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashton T., Fort Worth, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summertime Durango River Retreat
When looking for a place to stay in Durango, I had one non-negotiable criteria: riverfront. Cyndi’s property was absolutely perfect! We loved waking up to hearing the running water and enjoying a glass of wine down by the river edge in the adirondack chairs. The apartment itself was perfect for 2 people. Well equipped kitchen and full laundry! The location was perfect - just 10 minutes to downtown Durango. Cyndi was a wonderful on-site host with lots of local recommendations!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cyndi Amstutz, 9702106562

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We are a family of four that love the outdoors, wildlife and pets. I have lived here since 1995 while my wife has been here since 1989. We were both outdoor guides, exploring the area until we graduated from college here in the late 1990's. We fell in love with the area and decided to raise our kids here. We have lived on this property since it was purchased in 2015. When we bought it, it was definitely a fixer-upper. We have spent the last three years transforming it to the house you see today. We live in the main house but decided to let others share this beautiful part of Colorado with us in the Guest house. It is separate and just as quiet.

Why they chose this property

This property is our little slice or heaven. While we LOVE Durango, living downtown did not appeal to us. We wanted seclusion, privacy, a place to stretch out and enjoy the wind through the trees

What makes this property unique

There aren't many other properties where you can enjoy the river in such tranquility, privacy, and seclusion.

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