Private Home Lake Purgatory-Awesome Views-NEW RATES-Last Minute Specials
4.8
Outstanding(140 Reviews)House in La Plata County, CO
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
The city of Durango and Durango Mountain Resort (Purgatory) in southwest Colorado is an area devoted to an active outdoor lifestyle. Nestled in the San Juan National Forest, this western town is where the high desert meets the high alpine.
Blackjack Lodge sits atop sloping cliffs overlooking Lake Purgatory, with sweeping views of the Hermosa Cliffs, Spud, Engineer and Needles Mountains from its large picture windows. Surrounded by groves of pine and aspen trees, it affords complete privacy, though conveniently located just one mile south of Durango Mountain Resort.
The large, open-plan family room has stunning views, a massive wood burning, sandstone fireplace and state-of-the-art entertainment complete with Sony 51' Surround Sound TV, DVD/CD, VCR and Stereo. A second family room (or the 'Bear Den') with 2-Twin Trundle Bed, TV, DVD, a regulation-size billiard table and also a ping-pong table is located in the basement, adjacent to the fourth bedroom which is outfitted with two sets of bunk beds and the location makes it an ideal room for the kids. All king and queen beds have Modal linens and goose down comforters to ensure a cozy and comfortable night's rest!
A wonderful bonus after a day of outdoor activities is the Hot Springs Spa 6 person hot tub on the covered deck. Luxuriate in its soothing warmth while taking in the stunning lake and mountain views and cool, clean mountain air. At night, the stars seem almost touchable.
Our home is that wonderful combination of rusticity and luxury. The bedrooms are comfortable and private and the family areas are well appointed with fine leather couches. Ceiling fans in every room and radiant-heated floors make it comfortable throughout the year. Our location offers you a choice between the dozens of activities available in the area, or complete seclusion - whichever kind of vacation you seek.
Keywords: Lakefront Lodge
STATE OF COLORADO SALES TAX LICENSE 00776694-0000
Blackjack Lodge sits atop sloping cliffs overlooking Lake Purgatory, with sweeping views of the Hermosa Cliffs, Spud, Engineer and Needles Mountains from its large picture windows. Surrounded by groves of pine and aspen trees, it affords complete privacy, though conveniently located just one mile south of Durango Mountain Resort.
The large, open-plan family room has stunning views, a massive wood burning, sandstone fireplace and state-of-the-art entertainment complete with Sony 51' Surround Sound TV, DVD/CD, VCR and Stereo. A second family room (or the 'Bear Den') with 2-Twin Trundle Bed, TV, DVD, a regulation-size billiard table and also a ping-pong table is located in the basement, adjacent to the fourth bedroom which is outfitted with two sets of bunk beds and the location makes it an ideal room for the kids. All king and queen beds have Modal linens and goose down comforters to ensure a cozy and comfortable night's rest!
A wonderful bonus after a day of outdoor activities is the Hot Springs Spa 6 person hot tub on the covered deck. Luxuriate in its soothing warmth while taking in the stunning lake and mountain views and cool, clean mountain air. At night, the stars seem almost touchable.
Our home is that wonderful combination of rusticity and luxury. The bedrooms are comfortable and private and the family areas are well appointed with fine leather couches. Ceiling fans in every room and radiant-heated floors make it comfortable throughout the year. Our location offers you a choice between the dozens of activities available in the area, or complete seclusion - whichever kind of vacation you seek.
Keywords: Lakefront Lodge
STATE OF COLORADO SALES TAX LICENSE 00776694-0000
Amenities
Pets allowed
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
4.8
Outstanding(140 Reviews)4.8
On the up side, the living room space is cozy and accommodates a large group. The lake view is pretty and the hummingbirds were fun to feed and watch. The hot tub is also nice and big. On the down side, the house is very dated, especially the kitchen and carpet, which we didn't want to walk on in bare feet or socks. The overall house cleanliness could use attention, as in a deep clean for dust and dirt. The basics, like the bedding and towels seemed clean, but we had to hunt around to find enough towels in the basement laundry room. There were a lot of bugs, including tiny gnats on the flat surfaces, like counters and tables and large ants roaming about. The rain might have brought in the big ants which I think are normally on trees, but not fun to see inside. There are also home maintenance issues with items broken or not working very well. I mentioned the things we didn't enjoy to the property manager after we left, but didn't hear back from him. I think this house is expensive for the shape its in and because it was not particularly clean, which I do expect when I rent, especially at this price point. Finally, if you have small kids, are older or not in good health/shape, the walk to and from the lake might be difficult. The back of the property drops off. There is a path with some make-shift barriers, but its extremely steep. This was a non-issue for our family, but could be for others.
4.8
This home is just what my husband and I needed. We have just lost our son and didn’t have a plan but knew we needed to find somewhere to begin healing. The owner was extremely supportive and accommodating. House is perfect for families and friends. Would highly recommend.
4.8
If you want a quiet, beautiful surroundings, great place to stay, then this is for you. Our family stayed for a week and had a wonderful time fishing and canoeing in the lake and then paddle boarding and swimming in lake 5 minutes away. The house has everything you need. Very fun vacation!
4.8
Lovely house. Well appointed. The scenery is excellent. Access to the lake is a little steep.
4.8
This property had the most amazing view! Coffee on the deck in the morning over looking the mountains & lake was delightful.
We stayed with our BFF’s family at this home. 5 teen boys who loved the downstairs to play pool & ping pong and big open upstairs to play games after long days outside mountain biking at Purgatory (5 min away), rafting in Durango and hiking also close by!
This property had everything we needed! Extra bedding, towels, full kitchen and all the little extras like detergent, tin foil, etc….. the stuff you forget you’ll need when at the grocery store!
The Nugget Bar across the highway looks like a dive, but it’s got great drinks & food truck food is great too! Pizza down the road at Old School house and country store for necessities.
We loved the privacy of this home and would stay here again!
4.8
Our granddaughter was married at the Black Diamond Ranch, so the location was perfect. The house is very livable but a little dated-altho the bidet toilet was amazing! It had an a good vibe and accommodated our family 10-ages 83-9-very comfortably. We didn't understand that our SUPs weren't allowed-interpreting the rules that anyone not staying in a house on the lake were not permitted use of the lake. Anyway, the man who patrols the lake was very informative and polite. We had some very "zen" time in the canoe.
4.8
The perfect location for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. Right on the lake with good fishing. Plenty of relaxing spots on the property- lawn chairs with great views of the lake, hammock and 6 person hot tub on the deck. Spacious home with the added bonus of a ping pong and billiards table. Great spot to fish, relax and unwind with the family. Close to Durango, Purgatory resort and Lake Nighthorse for lots of family fun. We loved our stay.
4.8
Great property and cabin for our family. Plenty of space. Lots or property to explore and beautiful views. Would definitely go back.
4.8
Please note that if you go when it snows you WILL need 4 x 4 and/or chains.
4.8
Excellent property and location. Proximity to Purgatory resort was ideal. Owner clarity and communication upon final booking was outstanding. Property handbook was very thorough, thoughtful and left us with no question about any amenity down to the smallest detail (this was especially refreshing and welcomed.) 10/10. Definitely recommend Blackjack Lodge and McGregor is a wonderful host.
4.8
This house was beautiful and well stocked. Four wheel drive or chains was a requirement. We were able to get up the hill during the day after some snow melted with chains on. We had a great time sledding, skiing and relaxing in the hot tub!
4.8
We vacationed over the Christmas break with our extended family… grandparents, parents, and children. This house had the perfect setup for our family. The adults stayed in the upper bedrooms, and the kiddos had more than enough space and activities (pool table, ping pong table, tv) in the basement area to keep them occupied. The living area is spacious, as is the dining table, and easily accommodated our large group. We were all pleasantly surprised by the stocked kitchen, plenty of pots, pans, glasses, spices, paper goods, etc., and the heated flooring made it especially cozy on cold mornings. After a long day of skiing, the hot tub was a welcomed sanctuary to relax and soothe our tired bodies and was a big hit with the little people as well. The view is spectacular from the covered porch and also inside where there are plenty of large windows to soak it all in.
The only somewhat problem we encountered, which was our own doing, was not having AWD on one of our three vehicles. The signs stating “AWD or chains needed” is not simply a suggestion. However, after adorning our tires with said chains, we were good to go.
I can’t say enough about the beauty and tranquility of this space, and the owner was great as well. He provided an abundance of information about the property and was very responsive to inquiries. We were all sad to leave but vowed to return during the summer to enjoy it again and experience all it has to offer in a different season.
4.8
Perfect way to ring in the new year ! Property was beautifully set for up on the mountain nestled in the trees with a breathtaking view.the house had all the amenities needed to stay in and enjoy family time . The town was 20 min away and the mountain 5 . We had a question and the owner was quick to respond . Simply perfect !!
4.8
Had a good time. Home was a bit dated and could use some updating - especially downstairs and kitchen and baths! Lots of dangerous ice by garage door! Fire place wasn't closed or covered, making it dangerous for small kids. 1 minute drive to Purgatory - a ski Mtn that needs to groom more/way more than they do!
4.8
It worked out for a family of 8 adults. Loved the deck, view and enjoyed the peaceful lake. Went boating, fishing, off roading, hiking and walking. Everything we needed in kitchen.
4.8
Lake access! Steep hike, but fun, & the lake is beautiful. Canoe, chairs, and cool water wait for you. Great outdoor adventures just out the front door. Recommend!!
4.8
Such a beautiful and special property. Enjoyed spending our family trip here. It had plenty of space for our family of 10. Spacious & comfortable. Being from Denver, our family got to enjoy a different part, of our wonderful state.
4.8
Great house. Fantastic location.
4.8
Two families of 5 stayed at this house. The house was very spacious and great for 10 people! There was plenty of room and we had fun. The location was less than 5 minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort! Wonderful location for skiing.
4.8
This is an outstanding property near Pugatory resort. but secluded. Everything is well provisioned. This includes trackion gravel which we needed to help some vehicles in our group. Recent snow at record levels required attention to the posted signs for all wheel or 4 wheel drive. I highly recommend this retreat home.
4.8
As always, we had an amazing stay. This is our third year coming here and hope to continue coming back each year. The views are stunning. This year, we came in during a snow storm so we saw much more snow than in previous years. We had previously driven my CX-9 and put snow chains on to get up the mountain but there’s no way we would have made it up this year if we were in my car. Thankfully my husband bought a truck so it was much, much easier getting up the roads to the house in his 4WD. If you have kids, the whole bottom level of the house is pretty much theirs so that’s a huge plus for them. They have a TV to play games on, ping pong table, bunk beds and bathroom with a shower. They had a blast going down some hills around the house with the snow sleds provided. We had some questions for the owner regarding the house and he was very helpful and quick to respond. We would love to continue coming back each year!
4.8
This property was fantastic for us. I was pleasantly surprised with the proximity to purgatory resort. Ski area is about 30 seconds from the neighborhood entry. Loved the open layout with kitchen, living and dining rooms all in one area. Also has one of the better entertainment rooms I have seen in a rental. VERY large downstairs area with pool table, tennis table, gaming area and bunk room. View off the large back deck is enviable. To top it all off, easiest to contact owner I have ever done business with. We shall return.
4.8
Our family and friends had a fantastic time! There was ample amount of room to spread out and something for everyone to do. 46" of snow fell the week we were there so we were snowed in a day but the snow plow guy was great and made sure we could get in and out. Owner was fast to respond to any of our needs or concerns. Definitely would recommend to anyone that wants to stay close to the ski resort just make sure you have 4 wheel drive if going during snow fall.
4.8
This was an amazing trip!! There was so much snow, but for this texas girl, it was like a winter wonderland. The house had everything. So spacious!! We could have had more family join us!
Went skiiing one day and snowshoeing another. Rented from a shop just across the highway.
We will definitely be back!!
4.8
Great property in a great location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
4.8
The views from the house are incredible…the pictures do not do it justice! We caught a few trout on the lake and enjoyed playing ping pong and pool in the downstairs game room. We even spotted a few deer on the property! We had a wonderful time!
4.8
We loved how close the property was to everything we wanted to do. It was also big enough to have the whole family over for a BBQ (25 people).
4.8
We loved how close the property was to everything we wanted to do. It was also big enough to have the whole family over for a BBQ (25 people).
4.8
We loved how close the property was to everything we wanted to do. It was also big enough to have the whole family over for a BBQ (25 people).
4.8
Our family of 8 enjoyed our stay at BlackJack Lodge. We visited Durango, Silverton, Telluride and Mesa Verde. We white water rafted the Animas river and enjoyed sunrise and sunset from deck and hot tub.
4.8
Great place for family and friends
Great place to stay. Plenty of amenities. House is well kept. Great views. Master bed is so comfortable. Would definitely stay here again. Plenty of room for all eight of us. Enough space to spread out and get individual quiet time and plenty of amenities in the home to do together.
4.8
This home was perfect for our family. Everyone had room to spread out. The beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed to cook meals and relax.
4.8
Beautiful view nestled in the woods!
This home was perfect for our family. Everyone had room to spread out. The beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed to cook meals and relax.
4.8
Perfect home for multi family ski trip with kids
Great location for ski trip. Amazing views. Very comfortable accommodations. Well stocked kitchen. Super fun basement area for multiple teens. Friendly and available host. Welcomed our dog. Couldn’t ask for anything more except a return trip in the future.
4.8
Everything about our stay was phenomenal! From the amenities the house provided to the location to the views!! We had a fantastic time and this home was perfect for our large group!
4.8
Fabulous home with all the memories made
Everything about our stay was phenomenal! From the amenities the house provided to the location to the views!! We had a fantastic time and this home was perfect for our large group!
4.8
Great home
This home was a great fit for our group of friends for our annual ski trip. Quick access to the ski area, great views, and the home size did not disappoint though the stairs did hurt to climb after getting sore on the mountain. 4WD or AWD is required to get to the home but there was ample parking once climbing the hill. Property management was easy to talk to and responsive and photos are accurate depiction. Quiet location and we wish we would have booked more days! Cons: the previous tenants left full trash cans in the garage which we had to take to the dumpster, toilet paper quality was poor and remember to bring your own soaps, paper towels, cleaning supplies &trash bags!
4.8
Winter getaway at Purgatory Lake
This is our second year staying at Blackjack Lodge in the winter. The view and location is absolutely amazing. The house was wonderful. Great for kids as they have the whole lower level to themselves. The hot tub is a bonus with a great view of Purgatory Lake. The lodge is only a mile down the road from Purgatory Resort. My family had a wonderful time here and we hope to continue come back every year!
4.8
Excellent property! As advertised. We enjoyed the nice living room by the fireplace and the game room downstairs. Beds were all good. We enjoyed the hot tub after skiing. Only about 3 minutes from house to the Purgatory Resort parking lot! We did the Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad. Would like to come back in the summer and enjoy the fishing.
4.8
2022 ski trip
Excellent property! As advertised. We enjoyed the nice living room by the fireplace and the game room downstairs. Beds were all good. We enjoyed the hot tub after skiing. Only about 3 minutes from house to the Purgatory Resort parking lot! We did the Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad. Would like to come back in the summer and enjoy the fishing.
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 £226 per night. This rental is £379 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private Home Lake Purgatory-Awesome Views-NEW RATES-Last Minute Specials. 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 Private Home Lake Purgatory-Awesome Views-NEW RATES-Last Minute Specials pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Private Home Lake Purgatory-Awesome Views-NEW RATES-Last Minute Specials?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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