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Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion

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Miscellaneous
Aerial view
Entry gate off of Highway 550
New walkway from barn/saloon to outdoor shower house and driveway, May 2024

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Electra Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Purgatory Resort
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Loft bedroom/studio

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 (Jack and Jill)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Common bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Loft bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion

Located 4 miles from Durango Mountain Resort, the Irma J Ranch is located at 8,700' elevation on 14 acres of aspen/spruce forested land. The large acreage affords lots of room to stroll through alpine forest and take in stunning views of the Hermosa Cliffs, which loom west of the Ranch. The 5 BR, 4 bathroom luxury ranch house was finished July 2014 and has a deluxe kitchen, three fireplaces (one outdoor), expansive deck, and sophisticated flat-screen/stereo systems. The house sleeps 12 in 5 queen size and 2 twin beds. The ranch also has a late 1800s-era cabin that has been completely restored, and has a murphy bed, wood-burning insert in the fireplace, kitchenette with sink, and large flat-screen television with stereo system. Sadly, we no longer offer the cabin as a rental option. Although the cabin does not have a toilet, guests can use the adjacent open-air shower house that is equipped with a flushing toilet and sink.

The Irma J Ranch is a unique blend of modern luxury in the 3,800 square foot ranch-style home, and historic beauty in the turn-of-the-century barn, cabin and other buildings. The IrmaJ Ranch is located one mile from the Needles country store and the Old Schoolhouse Restaurant. It is located only six miles from the Rockwood train station (Durango-Silverton train). The barn has been converted to a saloon for entertaining guests during the summer season. It has seasonal hot and cold running water, a 16' bar, shuffleboard table, foosball table and tons of charm. A new ping-pong table occupies one bay of the garage. The cabin is quaint, with high quality finishing touches. A sauna house and seasonal shower house were built in 2014. A new hot tub was added June 2015. An outdoor movie theatre, projecting to a 10' wide screen on the outside barn wall, provides a novel form of entertainment in the summer/fall evening. The 32'x72' pavilion building (for receptions, pickleball and other larger gatherings) also has a HD projector, screen and state-of-the-art stereo/PA system. During the summer, on-site activities include horse shoes, corn hole (2sets), kick-ball area and fire pit area. Off-site activities include road biking, mountain biking, hiking, four-wheeling, mountain climbing, train rides, golfing, and visits to area attractions like Silverton (26 miles), Durango (24 miles), and Mesa Verde (42 miles).
Please note that event pricing (more than home capacity) is slightly different and will adjusted as appropriate. Any event must be smaller than 50 people and less than 25 vehicles.

Property manager

Brad and Erin Authier

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Parties/events are limited to <50 people, <25cars
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 49
Note from host: Parties/events are limited to <50 people, <25cars
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Silverton Railroad Depot and Silverton Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Lake of the Pines - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Electra Lake - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 26 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 37 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 37 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purgy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olde Schoolhouse Cafe and Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Village Market & Deli - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bear Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Luxury, Rustic Mountain Estate Ideal for Family Reunions - Barn/Saloon, Pavilion located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lake of the Pines and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Electra Lake. Animas River and Cliffs at Tamarron are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We stayed for our son’s wedding. Beautiful house and comfortable for our group of 12. The pavilion and barn were ideal for the events associated with a small wedding. Great communication from the host. Beautiful setting. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
This place is awesome- our group loved the house and will definitely check to see if it's available the next time we come skiing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Alissa C.

Beautiful
Beautiful, comfortable, well equipped house close to Purgatory with wonderful views. Owners & caretaker were friendly and helpful. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B., Houston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with a lovely house
Three families stayed here and skied Purgatory. All of us were comfortable and the owner was in constant communication to help with any questions/needs. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding at Irma J Ranch
We had our wedding at Irma J Ranch and it was perfect! Brad and Erin were SO wonderful and easy to communicate with. The pavilion was the perfect place to host our wedding dinner and it was so cool having the saloon for our cocktail hour. We would recommend highly recommend Irma J Ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous property!
We were very pleased with how this property exceeded our expectations for both just the house to stay in and the wedding venue facilities!! They have provided more than we could imagine! The property was better in person than in the pictures! Wonderful house and layout for several families to stay and enjoy our time. Once we had our groceries, we had no need or desire to leave the property, it was great to just stay and enjoy everything! I highly recommend and will book the property again if we go back to Durango!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lorean c.

Stunning mountain home
We just returned home from our stay at the Irma J. Wow. Splendid property with incredible views and just about any amenity you could possibly think to need. Brad and Erin were lovely hosts, as was the caretaker Paul. Thank you for this gift of sharing your home with our big family. It was the perfect backdrop to our Colorado adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Brian C.

Absolutely loved it
Fantastic facilities and accommodations. Brad and Erin are very friendly and gracious and Paul was quick to respond to any issues we had on site. We had family come in from Alaska, OK, and Georgia. Everyone said that they can't wait to come back in the summer. Might make this an annual reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abbey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
I can’t say enough good things about Irma J! First off Erin and Brad are amazing and so helpful. They were so awesome and helpful with any questions we had. We got married at the ranch and Erin assisted me with anything she could as we were out of town so the recommendations and accommodations provided were so helpful. The house and property are even better than the pictures. Anything you may need, they have it for you. The house was so comfortable, beautiful and clean! We can’t wait to come back! Thank you for making our big day so special!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., Glendale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something to do for all ages!
We had a delightful time at the Irma J Ranch! Our adult children, their spouses, and 2 infant grandchildren enjoyed every minute, and are already talking about going back. We have stayed at several vacation homes in Colorado, plus Idaho, Arizona, and California, and the Irma J is our family’s favorite! Wonderful home. Well constructed home with beautiful and functional finishes. Beautiful windows to look out to beautiful country, well-furnished, window coverings where needed for privacy, GOOD QUALITY BEDS, lovely and functional bathrooms, spacious and lovely front deck. Well-stocked kitchen with great appliances. We enjoyed cooking almost all our meals at home. The Bar. We enjoyed playing shuffleboard and foosball at different times of the day or late at night. The Pavillion. Our favorite part of the property was probably the Pavillion. What a great set-up for pickleball, which our young adult children played every day, even on warm July afternoons. It was especially fun at night It’s completely open on one side so you can enjoy a breeze, and just enjoy the beautiful view of trees while playing or just spectating. Great location. We took an outing every day either to Durango, Silverton, Purgatory, the many roads behind Purgatory, the Nugget Bar/Backwoods Gourmet, fishing at lakes to the north. The Irma J is a great point to take off from. Brad and Erin are fantastic hosts and easy to access. They love the property and it shows. We'll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home - Warm and welcoming
This is a well cared for home and ranch. I can't think of one thing we needed, that wasn't there. It's incredibly comfortable, roomy and has a fabulous kitchen. There is room to spread out & no need for fancy clothes! There is a special blessing on this property. I don't know if it's because of the family who owns it, or because of the celebrations that are held there, but it's a wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

catie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and perfect location
We really enjoyed our stay here and the set up was perfect for my daughters wedding. Everyone was extremely happy. The layout of the buildings and the mountain setting was absolutely stunning. I would recommend anyone stay at Irma J Ranch. Brad and Erin very easy to communicate with. We had everything we needed for an extra special day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and great owners
Second time to stay at the Irma J. Always clean and offers everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris V., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Vacation House and Property
The house/property its amazing! The covered pavilion was a great spot to play with the kids during afternoon rains and tons of wildlife roamed through the property in the evenings. The owners provided excellent communication and were gracious hosts. This is a family home, not just a rental property, and it shows in every aspect. High end finishes and amenities are found in every room. We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best property!
The property was wildly better than we expected! Best value in all of Colorado!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beleta A., Star, Id 83669

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
The location was beautiful. I have rented many vacation homes and this one is top of the list. Best stocked kitchen and linen ever. Would rent again in a second if in the area. The owners were very easy to deal with. Thak you for a wonderful reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Very relaxing stay with a beautiful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty to do inside and even more outdoors!
The Irma J is perfectly located north of Durango and is near many opportunities for adventure! The home was well-maintained, well-stocked, and extremely spacious. The pavilion, barn, and grassy areas worked well for our evening dinner and activities with extended family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great. Fun. Perfect
All good. House is beautiful and well equipped. Lots of fun things. Football, corn hole, shuffleboard, hot tube. Lots of great hiking everywhere
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for small family reunion
IrmaJ exceeded our expectations. We loved the property: gorgeous view from the patio, beautiful house, incredibly well-stocked kitchen, indoor and outdoor games (pickle ball, corn hole, foosball, board games), wildlife viewing, and hot tub. Short driving distance to hiking near Purgatory and Haviland Lake, a little farther to get to mountain biking near Durango. The loft has a queen and two singles with lots of amenities but can get a little warm and doesn’t have shades on the windows (not needed for privacy, just bright early!) but otherwise was a perfect spot for our group. The owners were excellent with communication. We would defintely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Family trip in June
We truly enjoyed our stay at Irma J. We had a short stay, only 4 nights so we didn’t get to enjoy all that the property offers. Looking forward to staying there again. Property owner was very responsive and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was terrific!
The property was nice and big. Very close to the resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
The Irma J Ranch was as amazing in person as it was on the website. The house was comfortable for 13 people and just a 5 minute drive to Purgatory Ski Resort. Our grandsons loved staying in the loft space. The kitchen was large enough to have three cooks in it at one time. The hosts were amazing to work with. The communication before, during and after our stay was greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B., Austin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous and well-appointed compound
The Irma J was very good to us! The photos of the property look great, but honestly didn't do it justice! We assembled 3 families for Thanksgiving this year and had plenty of space. The open concept living space was fabulous for the collaborative holiday cooking mixed with children playing or coloring, and of course football watching. Erin and Brad ensured that every single need of ours was taken care of - that's an extremely rare thing. Our kids loved the loft with ensuite bath and kitchenette above the garage, easily accessible through an indoor staircase. The adults were plenty comfortable in the 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms downstairs. The kitchen was nothing short of incredible for us. Everyone wants to own a Viking 8 burner + double oven stove now. That quality trickles down to the glassware, knives, cooking tools, pots/pans/bakeware, and even the tupperware! We used the hot tub every night and even some days - it felt great with 4 adults but we could've squeezed 6 people. It felt secluded being behind the house, but also was easy to get to via the paved sidewalk.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property
Clear communication and understanding seem to be Brad and Erin's first priority. They were EXTREMLY accommodating and have put more thought into making sure everything you could possibly need is already there and avl. to you then you would ever expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brad and Erin Authier

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Erin grew up in Durango, and Brad grew up on a farm/ranch in South Dakota. We were married here at the Irma J in 1986. The IrmaJ is a special place we are happy to share.

Why they chose this property

Erin was born and raised in Durango, and her family has been in the area since the 1800s, so we have roots that run deep in this part of the country. We were married at the Irma J Ranch in 1986, thanks to the kindness of owners Johnny and Irma McNamarra. The connection: Erin had waited on Johnny Mac since she was 5 years old (1960s) in her father's Durango burger joint. When the place came up for sale in 2012, we purchased it with the intent of spending as much time there as possible, and building it into a place for families to gather and play. The construction of the home and 'resurrection' of all the original buildings was completed September 25, 2014, and our daughter was married there two days later. In early June 2016, construction of a 2,200 square foot pavilion was completed. This pavilion, completely open to the west with views of the barn and Hermosa Cliffs, is ideally suited for a large family or families to gather, out of the weather if needed, and enjoy the beauty of the ranch and surrounding mountains.

What makes this property unique

The Irma J Ranch is a unique blend of modern luxury in the 3,800 square foot ranch-style home, and historic beauty in the turn-of-the-century barn, cabin and other buildings. The IrmaJ Ranch is close to Durango Mountain Resort (4 miles), and one mile from the Needles country store and the Old Schoolhouse Restaurant. It is located only six miles from the Rockwood train station (Durango-Silverton train). The barn has been converted to a three-story saloon for entertaining guests during the summer season. It has seasonal hot and cold running water, a 16' bar, foosball table and tons of charm. The cabin is quaint, with high quality finishing touches. A sauna house and seasonal shower house were built in 2014. A new hot tub was added June 2015. An outdoor movie theatre, projecting to a 10' wide screen on the outside barn wall, provides a novel form of entertainment in the summer/fall evening. The pavilion also has a HD projector, screen and state-of-the-art stereo/PA system. During the summer, on-site activities include horse shoes, kick-ball area and fire pit area. Off-site activities include road biking, mountain biking, hiking, four-wheeling, mountain climbing, train rides, golfing, and visits to area attractions like Silverton (26 miles), Durango (24 miles), and Mesa Verde (42 miles). Please note that event pricing (more than home capacity) is slightly different and will adjusted as appropriate.

Languages:

English