Winter memories at Lake Purgatory with ski area across the highway

Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Property grounds
10.0
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
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

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

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly

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Reviews

10.0
Outstanding(135 Reviews)
10.0
Sep 2024
Very enjoyable. Fishing was great. Loved the peddle boats. There are no kayaks which was a bummer since it was listed on the site. We left ours at home. Saw a lot of wildlife. With having all the siblings there, we celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary. The Purgatory Lodge will not be forgotten!!! Thank you so much
10.0
Aug 2024
It’s always hard to leave this beautiful home. It’s our 6th stay in this wonderful location. There is no better place to vacation for our family and friends. The wildlife, lake, views are all unbelievable. There are lots of things to do of course but also just “staying in” provides a lot of interesting things to do and see - fishing in the lake right outside the house, birding, canoeing, grilling and soaking in the hot tub! We can’t wait for our next stay. We have been here in June, July and August and although all have different weather and temps all these times have been great for any activities. Our favorites besides staying in are the Spud Lake Trail, Hermosa Creek fishing, DSNGR ride and Cascade Creek fishing right up the road. Thanks to Marcia, Joe and Mike for excellent hospitality and seamless check in and out - and also caring for the environment here in so many ways…Claudia & Jay
10.0
Aug 2024
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!
10.0
Jul 2024
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.
10.0
Jun 2024
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!
10.0
Jun 2024
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.
10.0
Jun 2024
Wonderful location on private lake! Great views, fishing and access to towns of Durango, Silverton and Ouray. Would definitely consider staying there again!
10.0
May 2024
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.

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 $270 per night. This rental is $153 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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