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Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats

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Nestled in the mountains overlooking beautiful Lake Purgatory, this luxury custom home offers an unforgettable retreat. With a hot tub on the deck and fishing right in your backyard, you can unwind amidst breathtaking natural beauty. The interior boasts luxurious amenities to connect you back to the real world.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats

  • Durango, Colorado holds the beauty of a vanished world. It is the most tranquil place mixed with history, recreation, and unerasable memories. Our 2600+ square foot custom home on 20 acres is nestled in the mountains overlooking beautiful Columbine Lake. The brilliance of Engineer and Spud Mountain can be seen to the North, and to the East the Animas River which flows through the La Plata Mountains.

    The home was created by the hands of a master with each window intricately creating a new view of the lake. Giant doors lead you onto a deck where you'll find a hot tub that you can soak in after your daily activities. At night the sky is so black, you'll feel like you're sitting under an umbrella of stars. The night is so peaceful you can hear the fish in the water. You'll be located at an elevation of 9000 feet somewhere in the vicinity of the gods. The interior is very comfortable with all luxurious amenities that will connect you back to the real world. Now that you've found the perfect place to visit, look no further for a place to stay.

    You can walk out and fish for rainbow, brook and brown trout in the backyard. We have a boat you can take out to fish the lake. Boat agreement provided. It is a private lake so you won't see many others. Fishing gear available, you must use catch and release hooks. Summer is the busy season in Durango, you can ride the train, hike, bike, bobsled at the ski area across the street, horseback riding, gold panning or rest and read a book. We are 26 miles north of Durango. If you have any questions please feel free to call. Experience Durango, Colorado.
    **We do not allow private boats, kayaks, paddle boards, etc to protect the lake from zebra mussels. Please speak to owners about lake needs.
    “In the winter, a 4WD/AWD vehicle equipped with snow tires or chains is required in this area, please be prepared.”
    Colorado Sales Tax License # 01514172-0000
    No PETS, $500.00 additional fee for pets found on premises.
    **Please note there are security cameras only outside the home to monitor the driveway, the master bedroom deck and path to the lake.
    Keywords: Luxury Custom Home

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 2,650 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

“Vehicles must have 4WD or AWD with Snow Tires, All Season Tires (with good tread), Chains during the winter months (Dec/March).
I have read and agree to the Boat Agreement, this serves as my electronic signature. All guests will wear life jackets in garage while in watercrafts.
This is a strictly NO PET house. Strict fines imposed.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids must wear lifejackets, be monitored by lake.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Columbine Lake, a neighbourhood in Durango. Silverton Railroad Depot and Silverton Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Durango travel guide
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered mountain resort with a ski lift, buildings, and a clear blue sky.
    Purgatory Resort
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A train with yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with a river and autumn-colored trees.
    Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    46 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa
    33 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Dalton Ranch Golf Club
    34 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Fort Lewis College
    46 min drive - 52.2 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station
    36 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • Powder House
    28 min drive
  • Purgy's
    4 min drive
  • The Nugget (Bar)
    7 min walk
  • Dante's
    34 min drive
  • The Old Schoolhouse Cafe
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats located?

Located in Columbine Lake, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Purgatory Resort and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Cabin on Columbine Lake/Lake Purgatory Dr Create Family Memories Fishing & Boats Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 157 reviews
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10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Excellent location for skiing Purgatory. House was well stocked with everything we needed and exactly as described.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the layout of the house. Beautiful views. House had everything you could possibly need. It was lovely vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

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This was our 3rd year here and just love it. Quiet, gorgeous views just an interesting place. Cupboards full of incidentals if you forgot a small item. Lots of cutlery and cooking items. Running out of different places to eat at in Durango. lol. & after trying 4 diff pizza places haven’t found one that was more than meh. Would love to have a tv in the 2nd bedroom on 1st floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jeff j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to spend time. The views from all over the house are spectacular. Im partial to the back deck, the kitchen and the heated bathroom floors!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the "lodge"! The hosts and caretaker were very welcoming and helpful. The log home is absolutely beautiful, and it provided everything we needed to enjoy a wonderful vacation with our family. The large kitchen was a big plus... We had enough room for everyone to help with the cooking! We enjoyed fishing on the lake, dips in the hot tub and taking walks that provided amazing views! We definitely recommend this house and hope to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elmyra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an excellent location to access activity in the area and the house has everything you need. There’s plenty of room to relax and boats to enjoy the lake. It’s a great place to stay and the host and caretaker are extremely helpful and friendly.
View from the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Great place

This is a great property with easy access, tons to do, a great kitchen, and lots of space. Excellent views and atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

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

Wonderful family ski trip

We had a wonderful stay! So close to the ski resort!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Spring Break Stay

We loved our stay at this cabin! Lots of room to spread out and very close to Purgatory for skiing. This was our second stay here, and I’m a little sad that it is already fully booked in July or we would come back this summer. Thank you for another fantastic stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristal L.

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

Beautiful, conveniently located setting

Our family had the best time… the views are incredible, and the house is so thoughtfully appointed! We really enjoyed spending time on the deck and soaking in the hot tub after skiing just across the way! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Ski Trip

We had a fantastic time at the prospect. It was perfect for our family and only 5 minutes from the ski resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Traci V.

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

Amazing location with beautiful views!

The property was stunning! The house and owners/managers were very accommodating. It was stocked with a lot more than most places we’ve stayed and we couldn’t have asked for a better place for our ski trip! Loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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Family Vacation

Wonderful location on private lake! Great views, fishing and access to towns of Durango, Silverton and Ouray. Would definitely consider staying there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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Perfect lakeside getaway

Great amenities, perfect for the whole family. Nice to be directly on the lake with the paddle boats. Would happily stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Guillermo M.

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Awesome week end for skiing

The house was bigger and better than we thought, very close to Purgatory ski resort less than 5 min from it, balcony with amazing lake view and Jacuzzi , I recommended 100% and I would like to use it again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Callie B.

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

A Must Stay!

We enjoyed this house so much! So much to do close by and a great place to just relax! The owners were absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nate J.

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Review

Second time staying at this beautiful place, as always the owners and caretaker are there if you need anything.Will def return next year for our ski/snowboarding trip.Thanks again for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

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Perfect for our family!

Our 2nd stay in this home! We love it! Beautiful view, close to the ski resort, lots of space, very clean, and the house management is quick to respond and so kind! Cant wait to come back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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Perfect summer vacation spot

We had a wonderful vacation here. The location is perfect - it’s nice and quiet, and the lake is beautiful. It’s easy to visit Durango, Silverton, and Ouray from this spot. The house is comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed fishing in the lake, and sightseeing around the area. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriella S.

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novad honeymoon

this house was absolutely amazing. we are very outdoor oriented people and this house was truly one we will remember for the rest of our lives and was an awesome way to kick off our marriage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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Great location

Great house for a family! We visit Purg every year for several weeks with our teenage boys. Well stocked house in a perfect location to head to the mountain, hiking, the Nugget, The Lift, sledding, etc… Michael the property manager was so helpful and responsive throughout our trip.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Delfina A.

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

Great Thanksgiving week vacation

We stayed at this property just before Thanksgiving. We had a fantastic time. Very spacious home with all the amenities our family needed. Big kitchen with everything we needed to cook our meals. Caretaker Michael was very responsive and helpful. He did a fantastic job decorating the home for Christmas! Location was very private and beautiful. The hot tub was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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Second Stay

This was our second stay at this beautiful home. We had such a blast playing in the snow and enjoying the views. The house is stocked with everything including extra blankets, pillows, towels, soap in the bathrooms, and fans. The kitchen has more than enough pans, utensils, and dishes. We’ve been to lots of vacation houses and this one continues to sit at the top of our list. Not to mention the host and caretaker are very easy to communicate with. We hope to be back for a third time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Lake purgatory getaway

We had a fantastic time at this beautiful Cabin. The view was incredible, and the leaves were stunning. We spent hours fishing the lake, pulling out a number of big rainbows, and Brookies. Enjoyed cooking in the full-size kitchen, and enjoying time in the hot tub, looking at the stars. The owner was incredibly, responsive, and attentive to our our every need. We had a great time, and would love to go back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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Great Home & Location

We had such an amazing time at this beautiful home and property. As many have stated, the views from all the windows are stunning. My family and I have stayed at many VRBO houses throughout the years and none have been as fully supplied with every accommodation possible as this one. Joe,Marcia and Michael are very thorough and great people to work with. We would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023