Whitewater Ranch offers the ultimate retreat for relaxation and recreation. This 6000 square foot home boasts a gourmet kitchen, spacious floor plan, and floor to ceiling windows in the living area. Unwind on the riverfront seating area or indulge in some friendly competition on the basketball court.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12622 sq m
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball!
Enjoy the luxury of modern living while recreating and relaxing at Whitewater Ranch. This beautiful home is 6000 square feet, has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a laundry room, gourmet kitchen, and a full downstairs basement/game room with Ping Pong table. Some additional features of this vacation paradise are: Riverfront access inches away from the back porch, lovely outdoor riverfront seating area, Jacuzzi on the back deck, Basketball Court, manicured grass on back lawn, floor to ceiling windows in the living area, and a spacious floor plan. House Rule: The home accommodates a maximum of 10 guests total, with no more than 8 adults permitted.
The master suite features a King size bed and raised private deck. The 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have a King and a Queen Bed. The 4th bedroom has a Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed. The 5th bedroom has 1 Twin Bed.
Bed Configuration: Master Bedroom - King Bed (Second Level) 2nd Bedroom - Queen Bed (Second Level) 3rd Bedroom - King bed (Third Level) 4th Bedroom - Twin Over Twin Bunk Bed + 1 Single Twin (Third Level) 5th Bedroom - Twin bed (Third Level)
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This home is available to be rented for long-term stays (availability dependent). Please inquire for special pricing.
Our home is NOT animal friendly due to allergies and other severe health conditions. This includes service animals in accordance with ADA standards and compliance restrictions related to such conditions.
NO Smoking anywhere on the premises.
Note: The home does not allow trailer parking of any kind.
Guests will be sent a vacation rental agreement by Durango Colorado Vacations (the property manager) to e-sign at the time of booking.
Please note that the primary guest must be at least 25 years old to book this property.
Note: This home does not have Air Conditioning. Most homes do come equipped with box and ceiling fans.
A friendly reminder before you book your stay, is to remember we are trusted to manage independent and family-owned homes. We simply ask that you treat these homes and properties with the same respect that you would expect one to treat yours. Due to a recent uptick in unauthorized guest, pets and gatherings. We are implementing a strict "one strike" policy for any guest that are found having any unauthorized gatherings, pets or guest with them in the home. Failure to disclose any of the stated above will result in immediate termination of stay with no refund being issued for unused nights.
Please note that most properties are outfitted with outdoor security cameras.
Cancellation Policy: If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that are made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival will receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee. Between (29) days and fifteen (15) days before arrival, guest will be refunded 50% of the reservation amount. (14) days or less to arrival, no refunds given. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date to receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee Cancellations made between thirty one (31) days in advance of your arrival and (59) days will receive a 50% refund.
Trip insurance is available for purchase and is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 6,700 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Durango Hot Springs Spa 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 River. Travelling with kids? Consider Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and James Ranch. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging. Visit our Durango travel guide
Is Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball! located?
This family-friendly Durango holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Animas River and James Ranch. Jones Creek Trailhead and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Riverfront, Hot Tub, Starlink Internet, Basketball! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had the best stay in Durango in this gorgeous home surrounded by flowing water. It was seriously perfect. So relaxing. The home had ever needed and more. Our family of 11 was more than comfortable during our stay.
Kimberly C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sofia O.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall experience
Location is fantastic. Surroundings have beautiful scenery. Cleanliness in actual house was pathetic. Floors full of dust, mice poops,Bugs on top of beds and a dead mice in one of the rooms. Bed Sheets smelled really bad and upstairs house heater really doesn’t get to two rooms, so it gets very cold. Fireplace upstairs doesn’t work and we where not advised. Someone needs to supervise before guests check in if property mangers know that there are mice in area.
Loved this home so much last year that we repeated our stay. Great family location with tons of things to do. Very easy check in and checkout. All around great!
Linda S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gregory M.
19 Jul 2022
Great Property With Easy Access to Town or Purgatory
The property was very clean with lots of privacy and access to town, ski resort, and access to activities to the North. Would definitely stay here again.
Gregory M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
23 Jul 2019
One of our best vacations
The house was perfect for us and the river out back was wonderful. This was our second year to stay in Durango and there was so much to do that we stayed busy every day.
My family enjoyed this property. Beautiful location with the mountains and the river. My brother was very excited when he caught a rainbow trout in the river in front of the house.
Great location along the Animas River. The yard was perfect for kids to run and play. Hot tub was a so nice for the cool evenings. Kitchen was great for making family dinners. Game room was a hit for the whole family! We will be back!
We had a family of 10 all over 18 and there was plenty of room. Great location for going to both Durango and Silverton. We white water rafted, rode horses, took a tour of Mesa Verde, rode the train to Silverton and rode the Jeep trails outside of Silverton. Great trip
We’ve been staying in vacation rentals for several years and I’ve have to say this was our family’s favorite. The location on the river and the full court basketball court gave the entire family plenty to do without leaving the property. We loved it. We’d definitely rent it again if we come back to Durango.
Our family had a great time at this property! We especially enjoyed being by the river and used the fire pit nightly. The house was comfortable for the 10 of us and would have accommodated more people.
Lori was very helpful and quickly available. We would rent this property again.
This property was everything we imagined it would be, it had plenty of room for six adults and six kids ( ages 10-16 ). The house is conveniently located between Durango and Purgatory Ski resort so it was easy for us to get to the lifts when they opened as well as make the grocery runs into town. I would definitely recommend staying at this beautiful house.
We had the best time on this property. The kids loved the basement area and the yard was like heaven for running and playing. The adults had plenty of space and the kitchen was perfect for the big meals we prepared each night. We were a family of 6 adults and 6 children and everyone had plenty to do and plenty of room to do it in. We are already talking about coming back!
Linda S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Linda B.
24 Aug 2018
Excellent location.
Grounds and location were outstanding. House is in need of repairs and updating as well as a good cleaning. Home was spacious and well equipped but was uncomfortably warm due to lack of air-conditioning and fans.
“Oh my goodness’” is what every member of my family said as we walked into this magnificent property! Such a beautiful location with our own private river in the back yard! Our excitement reached a new level as we opened a new door! And that kitchen!!! Wow! We cannot wait to get back to Durango, Colorado, and to use this property again!
This was a great place. Like other reviews it's uncommonly warm in Colorado and not having air conditioning was a bummer. The kitchen floor was pretty dirty upon arrival and the bathroom and laundry lights didn't work. Other than those very minor issues we would stay here again.
This property is amazing! This house was nice and spacious. We had 12 in our group and there is more than enough space in this house. The wood floors are beautiful, and the beds all comfortable. We only had one small issue while there and the management company responded very quickly. They are very nice people. We spent a lot of time outdoors at this property. The rivers were full and the lawn beautifully manicured. The kids loved the basketball court and game room downstairs. I would definitely stay here again!
Steve M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John W.
13 Aug 2022
5 Stars
The house was spacious, well laid out and met our needs for accommodating grandparents, adults and 2 teen boys. The kitchen was well supplied with dishes, flatwear, pots and pans as well as an outdoor gas grill. Everyone enjoyed the basketball court, we all enjoyed sitting by the Animus River during the day and after dinner. Because of its rural location, Wi-Fi was slow and sporadic which seemed to be related to internet traffic because it was great early in the morning. The hot tub was enjoyed by the adults.
This is a very nice property with one shortcoming if you rent it for the summer time. There is no AC which makes the interior heat up during the day to 80+ degrees. The house has a lot of fans but it doesn’t cool the house during the day. Other than that it’s a very nice house.
Dan M.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kellye K.
13 Aug 2017
Can't wait to go back!
It was a great property for our large family. Everyone had plenty of space to spread out! Sitting next to the Anamias River is amazing especially in the cool morning with your coffee. We loved sitting in the hot tub in the cool evenings. Even with no AC the house was plenty cool in August. The house was close enough to downtown Durango and had everything we needed. I my suggestion would be to have a basketball that holds air. The kids played every night and had to air it up everyday.
We had a few issues and they came out and fixed it immedialty. Great property we will be back.
Kellye K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Randy F.
29 Dec 2020
So-So for this price point. House needs a good bit of work, but the location is amazing.
First let me start by saying the folks at Durango Colorado Vacations were top notch as always. We love working with them. We booked at the last minute and this was the only place available that would fit our crew at the time. Given that, it was a great get away with a great location. Unfortunately this home some upkeep issues or has been quite abuse by other guests. examples being broken doors/door hardware, broken windows/window frames and/or latches (letting cold air in), broken fireplaces. I would definitely suggest looking elsewhere for a place at this price. The WILLOWBROOK ESTATE, of instance, was in much better shape.
Randy F.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
COLLEEN C.
12 Aug 2018
Missing this home and the river!
Our family loved gathering in this beautiful home for two weeks! We sure are missing the sounds of the Animas River, especially at night. Full moon over the eastern Hermosa mountains and cliffs was spectacular as we sat around the fire pit next to the river.
The home is very spacious and everyone had plenty of private space. My husband and I are also missing the 'killer' master bathroom suite! The kitchen is very well-stocked (only wish the vent hood insert was operational, as the first couple of days were a little warm in southern Colorado). But we survived and did some great baking on the wonderful outside grill. The beds and linens were wonderful; we slept like rocks!
Loved the outdoor space -- massive beautiful lawn for all sorts of games. We brought yard darts and croquet, but there were several outdoor games provided in the spacious garage. The enormous 'cool' basement is awesome and was a haven on the first warm day or two.
The location is very convenient to Durango and Purgatory activities...golf, shopping, hiking, and our personal favorite: jeep rides in the beautiful San Juan Mountains!
A very big THANKS to Jen from Durango Colorado Vacations...she was extraordinarily quick with responding to our questions and kindly provided a couple of items that we requested.
We will definitely keep this home at the top of the list for another trip to the Rockies.
The home was great and exactly as described. The location was great and the views were amazing seeing the snow, river, and mountains out the back door. There were a lot of great winter activities in the area for our enjoyment. We would definitely go back!!