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The Ascent A-Frame Cabin | Wooded, Trails, Near Lakes, Deck, Hammock

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Comfortable Living Space with Tons of Natural Light
Open Floor Plan, High Ceilings
The Ascent A-Frame Cabin
Deck, Outdoor Seating, Grill, Privacy
Full Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bayfield, Colorado
  • Vallecito Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Lemon Reservoir
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Ascent A-Frame Cabin | Wooded, Trails, Near Lakes, Deck, Hammock

Our Ascent A-Frame Cabin is your perfect woodsy get-away! Comfortable living in a wooded setting - feels far away, yet you are still close to it all. Special things include amazing deck, kayak, outdoor games, outdoor dining area, proximity to lakes and other outdoor recreation, wood burning stove. The large back deck and yard are totally private.

This cozy cabin has modern updates. There is a full kitchen with dishwasher, full bathroom on main level and in loft, washer/dryer, and comfortable living area. The private deck is inviting in a treed setting. The yard has horseshoes and cornhole, as well as a hammock for ultimate relaxation. The living room TV is streaming only, so you can log-in to watch your streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, Prime, etc. The TV in the queen bedroom has streaming, as well. Fun hammock to relax in the upstairs loft bedroom!

BED CONFIGURATION:
* King Bed on Upper Level Loft with Hammock
* Queen Bed on Main Level with TV
* Queen Air Bed with Pump

LOCATION AND AMENITIES: The Forest Lakes area is 8 miles North of Bayfield, and 8 miles South of Lake Vallecito Recreation Area. Forest Lakes also has a playground and neighborhood lake for fishing - Lake Simpatico - with a walking trail around the lake. This home is appx 20 miles from downtown Durango and 50 miles from Pagosa Springs. There is plenty of dining, unique shops, and outdoor recreation in the surrounding area - including hiking, boating, skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, biking, hunting, hot springs, rafting and more. There is a neighboring home, but the decks on each home are private and do not face each other.

COOLING: Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.

NOTES:
During the winter months (Thanksgiving to March) access to the home requires 4WD or AWD.
There is a ring camera at the front entrance area.

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).
Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. When booking directly with Vacation Rental Collective, Vacation Rental Collective offers a Moderate Cancellation Policy for this Property: A guest will receive a 100% refund if canceled/changed at least 30 days before check-in; a 50% refund if canceled/changed 14-30 days before check-in; and no refund if canceled/changed 13 days or less before check-in. If you booked on a third party site (VRBO, Airbnb, etc), your cancellation is subject to their policy. We do offer travel insurance.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 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

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Forest Lakes, a neighbourhood in Bayfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Chimney Rock National Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Eagle Park and Ute Park. James Ranch and Durango Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.
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Bayfield, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 20 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Lemon Reservoir - 23 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 39 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 39 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 71 min drive - 70.2 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 38 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Merchant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Images - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Wharf - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Vallecito Cafe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ascent A-Frame Cabin | Wooded, Trails, Near Lakes, Deck, Hammock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ascent A-Frame Cabin | Wooded, Trails, Near Lakes, Deck, Hammock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ascent A-Frame Cabin | Wooded, Trails, Near Lakes, Deck, Hammock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ascent A-Frame Cabin | Wooded, Trails, Near Lakes, Deck, Hammock located?

Located in Forest Lakes, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Lake SImpatico Trailhead and within 9 miles (15 km) of Los Pinos River and North Oak Park. Lavenia McCoy Public Library and Bayfield Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Mountain Getaway
Nice cabin. View of trees. Privacy. We had a cozy stay. The cabin isn't fancy, but it had everything we needed for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Everything is clean, comfortable and just as promised.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
This was just what I needed coming from SC after Hurricane Helena. Peaceful and quiet. Was able to recharge!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
The property was clean, beautiful and fun!! Very happy will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and beautiful
Clean and beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house in wooded neighborhood.
A very pleasant house with a nice porch and view of pine trees. Quiet and peaceful even though it’s in a development. Good kitchen and appliances and comfortable beds. Stayed one week and enjoyed area sites and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time to disconnect and relax
We absolutely loved this property! The location is beautiful - we enjoyed some quiet evenings on the back deck. Exactly as pictured and had everything we needed. Easy drive to Durango for hiking, rafting, and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Keith E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Frame Cabin in CO Woods
Very nice small cabin in woodsy area, a little to close to the neighbors than we would have liked though. We did get to see some wildlife in the yard (deer). Overall enjoyed our stay for a quick weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
Quiet, peaceful, and very relaxing environment! Love the location and things to do in the area! We miss it already!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The A-frame was very nice to stay in while in Colorado. Cozy for my family and me. We all loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Cozy A frame. Was as advertised and pictures were accurate. Clean and neat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice retreat
Property was very nice with many amenities conveniently stocked. Great communication before, during and after. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Brandon S.

Peaceful Cabin
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and private. Our cabin was ideal for relaxing. Well stocked with everything you need. Great atmosphere. Some lights didn’t work, a little dark but worked great for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Cabin
The A frame cabin was adorable and so clean. My mom has a cleaning and organizing business and commented about how clean it was. It was even decorated with some cute fall and Halloween decorations. It's a bit of a drive to the cabin from the entrance of the community, but totally worth it. We were busy with lots of activities and sad that we actually didn't get to spend as much time at the cabin. It was stocked with everything you'd need as well. Definitely will stay again if we ever visit the Durango area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pollen in June
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin very much! The only thing that would have made our stay a little better would have been a better water hose and outdoor water pressure to hose off the poarch from all the pollen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Week in July
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cabin was clean and in a great location. Neighborhood had a small playground and a small lake for fishing. Close to Bayfield which had restaurants, stores and great parks. Also a 30 min drive to Durango or larger Lake Vallecito.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaira S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming, Comfortable, Cute, and Clean — We loved it
We were looking for a cute place to stay while we took day outings to hike and sightsee, and the Ascent A-Frame Cabin was perfect. Our first day there, we did nothing but hang out at the cabin, reading, cooking, unwinding. This cute and welcoming space made it easy to just enjoy not going anywhere. Most mornings we enjoyed sitting on the back deck, drinking coffee. We cooked many of our meals in the kitchen and again utilized the deck and outdoor table for eating, chatting, and laughing. After long days of hiking, we were thankful for a hot shower and super comfortable mattresses. We had a wonderful stay and are thankful for the comfortable, clean, and cozy cabin. It was the perfect space for our girls’ trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AC
Installing an AC system would help on those hot days but at night when it cools off to the 50s it's nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, cozy stay in a great location
This cabin is in a natural, quiet neighborhood up the side of a foothill mountain. Enjoyable inside and out with a great porch and wood-burning stove. The bedrooms are spacious even in a small A-frame cabin. Cozy furniture and comfortable beds. The only thing I would add is a couple of small, soft reading chairs, rug, and a coffee table up in the main bedroom loft. Need a place to sit down up there so you can further enjoy the room and the view from yet another part of the cabin. Great to have a nice washer and dryer and other new appliances for the stay. Worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy A-frame
My husband and I enjoyed the location of this property. It was a beautiful house. The only amenities that I would include would be an iron and an ironing board. Also, you need to update your can opener. My husband and I purchased an iron and can opener at your local Dollar General while there. We would recommend your house, and I actually had a friend reach out to me today regarding it after my Facebook posts. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Frame Cabin in Durango
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayla G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely A Frame
We had such a great time. The property had everything needed. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barnes W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten path.
Google still struggled to find property. But it was very nice once there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Very quite and cozy retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindi V., Albuquerque, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
We were looking for a place to escape the heat & this place was perfect. It isn’t far from Durango & Mesa Verde.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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