Back to Search
Add to Favorites

ATTN: MTN & ROAD BIKERS, ARTISTS, SENIORS: THIS IS THE PLACE

 
 
 
Durango studio rental - Unsurpassed view!
Unsurpassed view!
 
Durango studio rental - Unsurpassed view!

Unsurpassed view!

Spring time apple blossoms decorate the entrance to the patio.

Spring time apple blossoms decorate the entrance to the patio.

Courtyard entrance

Courtyard entrance

WELCOME!

WELCOME!

Enjoy quality meals while drinking in incredible views

Enjoy quality meals while drinking in incredible views

Gorgeous table settings and quality kitchen ware

Gorgeous table settings and quality kitchen ware

Oh, what a comfy bed!

Oh, what a comfy bed!

One of the charming antiques

One of the charming antiques

New pull out couch makes into a double bed

New pull out couch makes into a double bed

Rain head and hand wand, custom tiled, walk-in shower

Rain head and hand wand, custom tiled, walk-in shower

Lots of rainbows during the afternoon showers of summer

Lots of rainbows during the afternoon showers of summer

This is the pasture view from A Place at James Ranch

This is the pasture view from A Place at James Ranch

Xena, our guard burro for the pasture roaming chicken flock

Xena, our guard burro for the pasture roaming chicken flock

So much fun on the terraces of the James Ranch eating delicious, healthy food.

So much fun on the terraces of the James Ranch eating delicious, healthy food.

James Ranch Harvest Grill Burger - voted Best Burger! by Edible Magazine readers

James Ranch Harvest Grill Burger - voted Best Burger! by Edible Magazine readers

  • BedroomsStudio
  • Sleeps4

Photos and Description of the Durango vacation studio rental
Studio, Studio, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2-4)

A PLACE at JAMES RANCH is a one of a kind vacation rental nestled in the beautiful, north Animas River Valley among the spectacular views of the San Juan Mountains, overlooking the gorgeous pastures of the James Ranch.

This unique Place is furnished exquisitely with charming antiques, cozy furniture and an inviting fireplace. The kitchen is fully equipped, and for an additional charge*, can be stocked with farm fresh, organic products largely produced on the James Ranch.

Centrally located, A Place at James Ranch is:

**Moments to the James Ranch Market and the Harvest Grill and Greens where you can get the freshest, local, organic food in the Southwest

• 15 min to the historic, charming downtown Durango

• 15 min to the slopes of Durango Mountain Resort

• 15 and half mins to the awesome Dgo Nordic Center

• 5 min to the wonderful, relaxing Trimble Hot Springs & Spa

• 5 min to the newly built PJ’s Gourmet Market/Bakery/Deli

• Moments from Honeyville, world famous honey store

• Surrounded by hiking trails, mtn bike trails, and ideal road bike routes

• 20 min to Fort Lewis College, featuring the Concert Hall and the Center for SW Studies

*$50 / one-time additional charge for pre-stocked organic eggs, cheese, butter, jam, fruit and bread (enough for at least two sittings for two people). For pre-stocking of meats and other James Ranch products, please request a price list.

Features and Amenities:

•625 sq ft.

•fast! wireless internet

•Direct TV and DVD player with small collection of classic DVDs

•a full kitchen (French press coffee maker, rice cooker, crock pot, toaster oven,…)

•refrigerator stocked with organic items from the James Ranch (optional, an additional fee, ask for price list)

•queen bed with foam topper/ feather comforter/ cotton sheets

•double sleeper sofa with cotton sheets

•thermostatically controlled fireplace

•custom tiled, walk-in shower with rain head and hand wand

•antiques & original photographs of ranch animals

•local, custom milled, wide-plank, pine flooring

•locally-milled aspen ceiling

•loads of natural light from the two expansive, picture windows

•bamboo and cotton towels

•organic cotton robes and slippers

•private patio with grill

•new washer/ dryer

•directions to all the local hiking trails, mountain bike trails, road bike routes and alpine and nordic ski info.

• covered patio for bikes, and skis

No smoking

No pets

Because the James Ranch is a working ranch there is no public access; guests will receive complete information about specific access on the ranch.

•Visit the James Ranch Market where you can shop for organic beef, pork, cheese, vegetables, eggs and fruit - all grown on the James Ranch, AND eat a delicious James Ranch hamburger, grilled cheese, or fresh salad at the Harvest Grill and Greens.

Keywords: views, cozy, one of a kind, antiques, studio,

romantic getaway, working family ranch

More Details
Hide Details
About The Owner

Your host, Julie , was raised on the James Ranch in Durango, CO, left the paradise of the Animas Valley for six years to travel and complete a degree at Colorado College in Colorado Springs. John, a native of SW Colorado and a geologist with a degree from Fort Lewis College came into her life soon after arriving back to Durango. They quickly realized The James Ranch and the wholesome community of Durango was the place for them to live and raise a family.

The Owner purchased this studio in 1993
Durango studio rental - Unsurpassed view!

Unsurpassed view!

Spring time apple blossoms decorate the entrance to the patio.

Spring time apple blossoms decorate the entrance to the patio.

Courtyard entrance

Courtyard entrance

WELCOME!

WELCOME!

Enjoy quality meals while drinking in incredible views

Enjoy quality meals while drinking in incredible views

Gorgeous table settings and quality kitchen ware

Gorgeous table settings and quality kitchen ware

Oh, what a comfy bed!

Oh, what a comfy bed!

One of the charming antiques

One of the charming antiques

New pull out couch makes into a double bed

New pull out couch makes into a double bed

Rain head and hand wand, custom tiled, walk-in shower

Rain head and hand wand, custom tiled, walk-in shower

Lots of rainbows during the afternoon showers of summer

Lots of rainbows during the afternoon showers of summer

This is the pasture view from A Place at James Ranch

This is the pasture view from A Place at James Ranch

Xena, our guard burro for the pasture roaming chicken flock

Xena, our guard burro for the pasture roaming chicken flock

So much fun on the terraces of the James Ranch eating delicious, healthy food.

So much fun on the terraces of the James Ranch eating delicious, healthy food.

James Ranch Harvest Grill Burger - voted Best Burger! by Edible Magazine readers

James Ranch Harvest Grill Burger - voted Best Burger! by Edible Magazine readers

Nearest Point of Interest : James Ranch
Nearest Point of Interest : Honeyville Honey Farm
Nearest Point of Interest : PJ's Gourmet Market
Nearest Point of Interest : Durango Mountain Resort/Purgatory
Nearest Point of Interest : Dalton Ranch Golf Course
Nearest Point of Interest : Mama's Boy Pizzeria
Nearest Point of Interest : Trimble Hot Springs
Nearest Point of Interest : Bar D Chuckwagon Western Show
Nearest Point of Interest : Hermosa Creek Trail Head

Go on a tour of the James Ranch, watch the cows being milked in the open air dairy barn, buy your organic, fresh food at the James Ranch Market, have lunch at the Harvest Grill and Greens and enjoy the spectacular views while dining, sign up for the Twilight Tour and experience the complete ranch tour hosted by one of the members of the James Ranch, followed by an elegant, catered dinner of James Ranch products.

Available
  
Unavailable
Special Offer
Updated:
May 22, 2013
May 2013
s m t w t f s
- - - 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31 -
- - - - - - -
June 2013
s m t w t f s
- - - - - - 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 - - - - - -
July 2013
s m t w t f s
- 1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 31 - - -
- - - - - - -
August 2013
s m t w t f s
- - - - 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
- - - - - - -
September 2013
s m t w t f s
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 - - - - -
- - - - - - -
October 2013
s m t w t f s
- - 1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28 29 30 31 - -
- - - - - - -
November 2013
s m t w t f s
- - - - - 1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
- - - - - - -
December 2013
s m t w t f s
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31 - - - -
- - - - - - -
January 2014
s m t w t f s
- - - 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31 -
- - - - - - -
February 2014
s m t w t f s
- - - - - - 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 -
- - - - - - -
March 2014
s m t w t f s
- - - - - - 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31 - - - - -
April 2014
s m t w t f s
- - 1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28 29 30 - - -
- - - - - - -

Rental Rates for this vacation studio rental in Durango, Colorado

Notes

  • From $115/nt
  • US Dollars
  • Two night minimum
  • Off peak (April, May, Oct, Nov): $115/night, $625/week
  • Peak Months (Jan-Mar & Jun-Sept, Dec) $145/night, $750/week
  • Holidays and Holiday weekends: $170/night, $960/week
  • Plus 6.8% sales tax, $85/one time cleaning fee
  • Monthly Rates: $2,200 (not available for monthly rental July, Aug and Sept)
  • $150 refundable damage deposit required at time of reservation

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation studio rental in Durango, Colorado

Property Type:
  • studio
Location Type:
  • Mountain View ...
    Your view from the studio will be the pastures of the James Ranch in the gorgeous Animas River Valley and the iconic, granite carved Hermosa Cliffs
General:
  • Wireless Internet ...
    FAST!
  • Clothes Dryer ...
    NEW!
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Linens Provided ...
    •queen bed with feather comforter and cotton sheets •bamboo and cotton towels •organic cotton robes and slippers
  • Free Long Distance
  • Washing Machine ...
    NEW!
Kitchen:
  • Ice Maker
  • Catering Available ...
    "self-catering" James Ranch organic products can be purchased and stocked in the freezer and refrigerator
  • Refrigerator ...
    New!
  • Kitchen ...
    •a full kitchen (French press coffee maker, rice cooker, crock pot, toaster oven,…) •refrigerator stocked with organic breakfast items from the James Ranch (optional)
  • Microwave
  • Cooking Utensils
Bedrooms:
  • Studio, Sleeps 4
  • Queen size Beds (1) NEW mattress with foam topper - dreamy, Baby Cribs (1) Available upon request, Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) •New double sleeper sofa with cotton sheets
Entertainment:
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Video Library ...
    Classics
  • DVD Player
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio ...
    latice work, antique church pew bench
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • not suitable for children ...
    We welcome babies, but toddlers and young children wouldn't have the space they would need
  • wheelchair accessible ...
    no stairs, walk in, locker style, tiled shower
  • pets not allowed
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities:
  • wildlife viewing
  • horseback riding
  • sledding
  • sight seeing
  • antiquing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hunting
  • rafting
  • cycling
  • snowboarding
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
  • rock climbing
  • swimming
  • cross country skiing
  • hiking
  • snowmobiling
  • kayaking
  • fishing

Reviews for this vacation studio rental in Durango, Colorado

Attn: Mtn & Road Bikers, Artists, Seniors: This is the Place
average rating of 5.0 based on 18 reviews
business
Attn: Mtn & Road Bikers, Artists, Seniors: This is the Place
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p335610vbi
(970) 385-7498
Hermosa Durango
San Diego, Ca
5

Heavenly country retreat!

5 of 5
Submitted: April 7, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
This was an anniversary escape for us and we found it delightful. We flew from San Diego to Albuquerque and enjoyed the drive up. Totally unassuming and rustic from the outside, the interior was beautifully done with wood floors and ceilings, huge windows looking out to the sunny pastures and the mountains, full kitchen, delightful furnishings, a comfy bed, good reading lights and everything one could wish for, all perfect and clean. Zena, the donkey was in the pasture below and I visited her daily! (I'm a watercolorist and there may be a Zena portrait in the future!) We were there just a little before spring season, so the train hadn't begun it's Durango silverton runs yet (Start April 7th as I recall) but 15 minutes drive and we were in spectacular snowcapped mountains. Just another 45 minutes or so we were able to visit Silverton and then Ouray Hot Springs (Not quite the Switzerland I expected) Another 45 minutes in a different direction and we were at the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde, while other directions took us to ranchland, horses, sheep and cattle. (Great restaurants in Durango--also loved the simple little "Serious Texas Barbeque" with its two locations right on HWY 550)
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you, Carol, for including details from your whole experience in SW Colorado. You were wonderful guests, and we certainly hope to see you again.
business
Attn: Mtn & Road Bikers, Artists, Seniors: This is the Place
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p335610vbi
(970) 385-7498
Hermosa Durango
Matamoros,Tamaulipas,Mexico
5

Bright mornings, Star-filled nights

5 of 5
Submitted: January 8, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
Definitely exceeded my expectations! A place filled with comfort and an incomparable view. All the little details made the family feel delighted. Truly a beautiful place.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you so much for your kind words and support of our little spot in Colorado!
business
Attn: Mtn & Road Bikers, Artists, Seniors: This is the Place
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p335610vbi
(970) 385-7498
Hermosa Durango
Castle Rock, CO
5

like "home" with view

like "home" with view
5 of 5
Submitted: December 31, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
Comfortable, relaxing, good decor, live plants. great organic foods, just like home with a beautiful view.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Attn: Mtn & Road Bikers, Artists, Seniors: This is the Place
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p335610vbi
(970) 385-7498
Hermosa Durango
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
0

Experience Heaven on Earth

Submitted: December 29, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
Thank you so much for letting us experience "heaven on earth". Your cottage and ranch are fabulous ~ the setting with the snow, mountains and full moon made our stay extra special. Thank you also for stocking the refrig with your family's produce ~ amazing! We will miss this gorgeous view, but hope to return in the near future! The best part of this entire experience was just being quiet and enjoying God's precious gifts (no cell, no work...). Thank you again and continued blessings to you and your family and ranch.
PS I'm going to make Glen buy me a donkey just like Xena :)
business
Attn: Mtn & Road Bikers, Artists, Seniors: This is the Place
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p335610vbi
(970) 385-7498
Hermosa Durango
New Mexico
5

Beautiful View of the Animas Valley

5 of 5
Submitted: November 5, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
The studio was beautifully decorated and we were surprised by the welcome of fresh apples and a candy bar!! The thing I liked about this place the most was the view of the Animas Valley. There is a big window in the studio that looks out across the valley and has a perfect view of the red cliffs.

The kitchen had everything we needed to create a meal and the atmosphere was very homey.

I would definately recommend this place.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you, Nicole, for sharing your thoughts and experience with our VRBO site. You were such wonderful guests, we sure hope to see you again, soon!
Julie
Payment Methods
This owner accepts HomeAway's most secure form of payment.
HomeAway Paymentssm is the most secure way to pay and automatically protects your payment up to $10,000 (Learn More). Call the owner directly to confirm payment details.

Add Note

Other Vacation Properties

Bedrooms Studio   Sleeps 4
Bedrooms Studio   Sleeps 6
Bedrooms Studio   Sleeps 4
Bedrooms Studio   Sleeps 6
Bedrooms Studio   Sleeps 4