Winter memories at Lake Purgatory with ski area across the highway
5.0
Outstanding(135 Reviews)House in La Plata County, CO
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this house rental
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 Lake Purgatory. 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
Keywords: Luxury Custom Home
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
Keywords: Luxury Custom Home
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of La Plata County, CO
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(135 Reviews)5.0
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!
5.0
This was our 4th time staying at The Purgatory Lodge. Mike was super responsive and easy to deal with. The property is well maintained and clean. We really enjoyed using the paddle boats to fish and explore the beautiful lake. Spa on deck with amazing lake views was really nice to relax in after a day of hiking or fishing. Kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. We definitely will be back in the future. What a special place to relax and enjoy nature.
5.0
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!
5.0
This is an amazing getaway home, the private community lake is beautiful, and stocked with many trout to fish for, and multiple watercraft to get you out there. The whole renting process, communication and well, just about anything you need, is simplified due to the lengths that the owners Joe and Marcia go to make you visit great, then you have Mike the caretaker, that handles just about anything while you're visting. And his professionalism, coincides with the owners lengths.The kitchen is unbelievably stocked with pots, pans, and dinner sets for multiple people, and this is one of the few places, you'll ever find well stocked spices and such for you to use. Amazing is barely expressive enough to say, so go visit this home and find out the treasures. My wife and I, will surely visit again. Thanks so much for allowing us to experience the property.
5.0
Wonderful location on private lake! Great views, fishing and access to towns of Durango, Silverton and Ouray. Would definitely consider staying there again!
5.0
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.
5.0
Beautifully place and property, Property manager was great!!
5.0
This is our third year coming to ski at Purgatory and this time we brought our friends with us. The place was perfect for two families with the kids taking the upstairs loft and the downstairs bedroom, while the adults staying in the two main floor bedrooms. The place was warm, clean and with great views. The ski resort is not crowded at all and very affordable, while still offering plenty of runs for both intermediate and advanced skiers. And the town of Durango has a great selection of fun restaurants, bakeries and shops that we continue to explore. We will likely come again one more time before moving to a different mountain for a change.
5.0
we were all blown away with this property! absolutely spectacular. we have been renting homes for over 25 years & this has got to be the nicest one yet.
the view is outstanding. all the nooks & crannies around the home are really neat. decor is just astonishing.
Kitchen supplies filled with plenty of odds & ends you might need.
didn't use the freshly filled hot tub, but i bet its amazing. can't wait to rent it again
5.0
We had a wonderful stay! So close to the ski resort!
5.0
All 6 of us were amazed by a stunning home, location and incredibly responsive host and Mike, the home caretaker. Home and location is even better than pictures. Everything and more was available: tons of cookware, boot/glove dryers, abundance of towels. Super clean and decorative! Sweet personal touches like most adorable recipe box. I especially enjoyed the Christmas decorations. Driveway kept well shoveled even after 15" snow. Hot tub was super clean. View of stars, lake and trees amazing.
And even got a very sweet and unexpected birthday bouquet and two very shiny Indian head nickels for the twins birthday!!!
Thank-you for fabulous memory for twin's 21st birthday❣️❣️
5.0
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.
5.0
Incredible home in a perfect setting. Host is amazing, property was decorated for Christmas and felt like a home away from home
5.0
We love this property so much we keep coming back. It has become part of our family’s Christmas tradition and has definitely helped our little military family unwind and bond in between our kid’s deployments. The owners and caretaker always go over and beyond for us. They have truly been blessings in our lives. We are already missing being there and have started to plan our next trip. Thank you for always making it special for us!
5.0
By far best VRBO we have ever stayed at. I can’t say enough about this cabin on private lake. You literally can come with clothes on your back. House is fully stocked with all your needs. Jo, Marcia and Mike are so helpful and gracious. They truly make your stay their priority and make sure vacation is perfect. Mike asked about my 17hr drive and missed Thanksgiving so he fried and turkey and delivered to us. Who does that? Restaurants and markets near by. Ski resort is across street and bars. Fish private lake and in summer venture out into mountain for some hiking and stream fishing. Won’t find a better view nestled between Durango and Silverton. Can’t wait to book again. Thanks so much Jo, Marci and Mike.
5.0
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.
5.0
I can't say enough wonderful things about Joe, Marcia & Mike.
Exceptional communication & a beautiful space, combined with the most attentive & kind caretaker. We love this spot so much we have made it an annual tradition.
We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to stay here!
5.0
This cabin was the best I've ever stayed at. It was almost perfect with wonderful views everywhere you look. The owners and manager were in contact with me frequently making sure I had a great experience and I did with my brothers and their spouses. It was in the top 5 of vacations in my life.
The fishing was a nice addition though it wasn't fast catching the fish we caught were quality fish that fought hard and were very healthy looking (heavy and long).
The activities in the area are many and varied. We particularly enjoyed the train from Durango to Silverton, but we mostly enjoyed spending time with each other in a fabulous and comfortable facility.
My brothers and I spent several hours out on the lake in the rowboat and greatly appreciate them being included along with the required safety vests and equipment.
The fireplace was an experience in itself. We didn't need it much because of mild weather, but when we used it the ambiance was nice and the cabin was warm.
I can't say enough about the great communication - from 3 days before to the last day, the owners and manager kept in touch with me.
I highly recommend this property to anyone. It's in a naturally beautiful area and is comfortable and well furnished. Thank you for a wonderful week.
5.0
Great amenities, perfect for the whole family. Nice to be directly on the lake with the paddle boats. Would happily stay again
5.0
Seamless communications with Marcia and Mike throughout, from booking questions thru check out. Location is spectacular! They offered tips along the way to be sure our stay and activities were the best possible. Mike met us when we arrived with a gracious welcome, Joe and Marcia contacted us mid-stay to be sure we had all that we needed. We really couldn't be more pleased with our much needed vacation! We look forward to the next opportunity to return! Thank you, we loved your beautiful, well stocked home!
5.0
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.
5.0
I would give a six star review if possible!! Everything was perfect - the check in, the communication, the location, the lake(!) . . . I could go on and on. The best part was my daughter catching her first ever fish -- a 12"+ beauty of a rainbow troug. Simply put, it was my family's best experience renting on VRBO by far and we are hoping to make it our yearly summer go-to spot. Stay with Marcia - you won't be disappointed!
5.0
Beautiful home in a beautiful setting!
5.0
Well-maintained. A lot of amenities to make it fun. The lake was our favorite feature of this house. The fishing was great. We loved boating in the evenings and star gazing before moon rise.
The kitchen overlooks the lake. It’s a beautiful view, including hummingbirds at the deck feeder and beavers swimming in the lake.
We loved eating grilled food in the evenings and relaxing in the hot tub after a day of mountain biking or hiking the nearby trails.
Super location and very attentive owner. Communication was great. Highly recommend it.
5.0
This cabin is situated on a beautiful lake. It has an extremely well equipped kitchen. The owners and caretaker were quick to respond to any questions. The trout fishing was excellent. Our family was grateful to gather at such a lovely place!
5.0
The setting is spectacular, the home is warm and welcoming. We enjoyed watching the beavers, geese, and territorial hummingbirds. We even had a visit from a blue heron. The lakeside setting is peaceful, quiet and the stars on a clear night are unbelievable. The hosts and caretaker were attentive and dedicated to making our experience hassle free and memorable. Thank you for opening your beautiful home for others to enjoy.
5.0
Beautiful view of the lake.
5.0
We truly enjoyed our stay at your property. The scenery was beautiful and look forward to returning to see a change in seasons.
5.0
As a family of 4, (2 boys ages 14 and 11) it can be difficult to find places where everyone feels comfortable and has a great time. This cabin was the perfect spring break location for us! We had so much fun taking a snowmobile tour and snowboarding at Purgatory as well as sledding on the nearby hills. The location is ideal and the scenery was a winter wonderland. The property had everything we could wish for and the check in process was easy. The property manager was extremely helpful and very friendly. Our family looks forward to returning and visiting the cabin during the summer months.
Thanks for the wonderful memories!
5.0
Loved everything about this house! Property manager and owner are wonderful to work with! The home is very clean and lots of space for our group of 6. (4 teen boys and 2 adults). We cooked breakfast and dinner everyday. The kitchen is huge and was stocked with everything we needed! Location is perfect for skiing at Purg Resort. Hot tub was hot on arrival, clean and lots of towels. Gorgeous views! We hope to be back soon!
5.0
I cant say enough great things about the property, the owner as well as the property manager.
They took care of everything we needed, worked with us on some bad weather issues impacting travel. The manager was johnny on the spot for every possible question I had and was a God-send to help us.
The Fireplace was totally AMAZING!!! and Really added to our experience.
The weather was beast and we basically got snowed in, too cold to take a 5 year old on a ski lesson so we just spent time together relaxing.
Best trip in memory, will certainly be going back for future trips. The view was amazing.
5.0
Second time staying here. Very convenient getting to the Purgatory Resort, but still feels secluded and quiet.
5.0
Great location, at the drop off for purgatory in a few minutes. No major hills or inclines to get to and from the property after turning off main road
5.0
First and foremost, Michael, the host, was very accommodating. He contacted us before our arrival to ensure our safe travels through the Colorado winter weather. Second, the property provided our group comforts not easily rivaled by other vacation rentals: a cozy fireplace, heated floors, comfortable bedding, and plenty of towels for the hot tub.
All in all, a five star experience! Thanks Michael!
5.0
We had a wonderful time. The house was perfect, we definitely want to come back in the summer to enjoy the lake.
5.0
Can't say enough about this place. Mike the caretaker made sure that we had everything we needed. Just 1/2 mile to Purgatory, and the Nugget Bar was a super fun place to hang out. I would highly recommend this place to my friends and hope to return for another wonderful trip. Thanks again!
5.0
The property is amazing, beautiful and relaxing.
5.0
This was a beautiful house right on the lake. My children loved watching the beavers on the lake and relaxing in the hot tub in the evenings. I was amazed by how homey it was and how much my family and I felt at home in this house. We will most defiantly be visiting this house again in the future. The house was fully furnished the only thing we had to bring was the food. Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful house.
5.0
This cabin is situated right on the lake and the views from the kitchen will make you want to stay in there and cook. Breathtaking!
A caretaker will contact you for entry instructions. Make sure you get the entry codes prior to arrival! He is a nice sounding guy and makes good phone contact but never provided us the information and we were left locked out and tired after a 13hr drive. He did finally respond and we gained access. The owner was apologetic and offered credit.
The house is extremely clean and well kept. It is a bit dated but to be expected based on the age. The television situation is very dated with an old tv and not very clear picture but looking outside makes you not really care. The coffee pots are basic and slow but do function.
One last note. If you plan on using the hot tub make sure you contact the caretaker several days in advance so it has time to heat to temperature. We couldn’t use it the first night.
The location of the cabin is amazing and the area is quiet. The ski resort is just down the road. We were here on business but it would be a great cabin for families and vacationing. King beds would be nice in the bedrooms but the current queens are comfy.
Overall this is a great cabin and we loved the stay!
5.0
Property was amazing!! Everything we needed was there, do not bring anything other than food. Kitchen completely furnished with anything you needed. Our host was prompt at answering any questions we had. Cannot wait to go back next year and would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in this area. Thanks for a great vacation!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in La Plata County?
The average price for a rental in La Plata County is $440 per night. This rental is $252 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Winter memories at Lake Purgatory with ski area across the highway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Winter memories at Lake Purgatory with ski area across the highway pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Winter memories at Lake Purgatory with ski area across the highway?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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