Durango condo rental - The alpenglow of the Needles Mountains- A perfect romantic canvas.
The alpenglow of the Needles Mountains- A perfect romantic canvas.
 
Durango condo rental - The alpenglow of the Needles Mountains- A perfect romantic canvas.

The alpenglow of the Needles Mountains- A perfect romantic canvas.

The amazing mountain views and warm comfortable accommodations. Ahh!

The amazing mountain views and warm comfortable accommodations. Ahh!

Mmmmmm, Smell The Bacon? Pass The Biscuits Please. Cowboy Dining Ambiance.

Mmmmmm, Smell The Bacon? Pass The Biscuits Please. Cowboy Dining Ambiance.

Enjoy Cuddling in the Warmth of the Fire. We Supply the Mood and the Firewood :)

Enjoy Cuddling in the Warmth of the Fire. We Supply the Mood and the Firewood :)

Queen Sleeper Sofa & Futon Close to Wood Fireplace. Condo comfy for sleeping 7.

Queen Sleeper Sofa & Futon Close to Wood Fireplace. Condo comfy for sleeping 7.

This Sure Beats Gabby's old Chuckwagon. All You Need to Bring is the Fixins'.

This Sure Beats Gabby's old Chuckwagon. All You Need to Bring is the Fixins'.

Romantic Loft Master Bedroom. Hang Up your Hat & Spurs and Snuggle In.

Romantic Loft Master Bedroom. Hang Up your Hat & Spurs and Snuggle In.

Laundry Room, Walk-In Closet, Master Bath, and Master Bedroom in the Loft Area.

Laundry Room, Walk-In Closet, Master Bath, and Master Bedroom in the Loft Area.

This bright Master Bathroom is complete with walk-in shower and double sinks.

This bright Master Bathroom is complete with walk-in shower and double sinks.

Downstairs Bedroom with Queen Bed. Adjoining Bathroom with Tub/Shower.

Downstairs Bedroom with Queen Bed. Adjoining Bathroom with Tub/Shower.

This Bedding is Softer Than Bessie's Brown Eyes. Cuddle Up for a Great Sleep.

This Bedding is Softer Than Bessie's Brown Eyes. Cuddle Up for a Great Sleep.

Our Guests Access to DMMA Heated Pool, Hut Tub, Fitness & Tennis is Included!!!

Our Guests Access to DMMA Heated Pool, Hut Tub, Fitness & Tennis is Included!!!

DMMA Members' Fitness Center Located in Lodge. Admission Included in Our Rates!

DMMA Members' Fitness Center Located in Lodge. Admission Included in Our Rates!

We Are Just a Few Minutes' Stroll to the Village Dining, Shops, and Ski Rentals

We Are Just a Few Minutes' Stroll to the Village Dining, Shops, and Ski Rentals

Fly Fishing for "Brookies" in Hermosa Creek Just a Few Miles Away. What Fun!

Fly Fishing for "Brookies" in Hermosa Creek Just a Few Miles Away. What Fun!

Take a trip on the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for Outstanding View!

Take a trip on the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for Outstanding View!

  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps7
  • 2 Bathrooms
 

Photos and Description of the Durango vacation condo rental
Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths, (Sleeps 6-7)

Come Relax in the coziness of our “Cowboy Comfortable Interior” with Gorgeous Mountain Views, just a 2 Minute Walk to the Lifts. Members hot tub, heated pool overlooking the slopes & Fitness Center use Included!

A stone wood-burning fireplace greets you as you enter our spacious open loft style mountain lodge. The magnificent views of the Needles Mountains, the quality western furnishings and the warm lodge style of our vacation home will make you feel like you have escaped to your own cowboy cabin with all the comforts of home!

Ski down to the bunny slope not more than 25 yards walk to the tunnel, or a 2 minute stroll to the main lifts. Enjoy fresh morning coffee or BBQing on your private Mountain View deck. From the living room, large glass doors gaze over the bunny slopes and the Columbine ski run and the glorious mountain views. The upstairs loft area shares these same views. Even the bathroom has a view of the slopes!

Enjoy the HEATED POOL, HOT TUB and FITNESS CENTER with your Durango Mountain Members Association (DMMA) Guest Membership which is included with your stay.

Our "Cowboy Comfortable" condo is filled with beautiful woodwork and sleeps 6-7 guests. It is very comfortable for 4 adults and 3 children. Sleeping options include one private queen bedroom downstairs, 1 upstairs open loft with a queen bed and views of the Columbine slope and Needles Mountains, and a sleeper sofa in front of those gorgeous mountain views. We also have a full size futon perfect for cuddling in front of the fireplace. Our upstairs bathroom features a walk-in shower, double sink and views of the ski lifts and slopes. The downstairs bath has a bathtub/shower. Both bathrooms have been updated.

Enjoy rich slate flooring in the entry and kitchen. The stainless refrigerator has an icemaker and our cabinetry is solid wood. Ample spices and cooking tools are stocked in the open kitchen where family can gather round and swap slope stories!

The Village is just a minutes’ walk, and the lodge, Mountain View pool with slide, hot tub and well-equipped fitness center are seconds away. In summer, spring and fall the DMMA privileges also include use of the tennis courts across the road, by the lake.

There is wonderful hiking and fly fishing a few minutes’ drive up the resort road to Hermosa Creek, with horseback riding also available. In late October and November Elk Hunting is also popular on the mountain. We are a short and scenic 30 minute drive North of Historic Durango and the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Durango boasts "Music in the Mountains held each summer at the resort: festivals in the fall, chili cook offs, art galleries, darling boutiques and ample restaurants. Thanks to Ft. Lewis College in Durango there is a strong theatre, visual arts and music scene as well. If you still have energy, try some mountain biking, river-rafting, and kayaking or always free, rock hopping!

Winding down, take a family drive to explore the old mining towns of Silverton and Ouray. The mountain drive is easy and goes past waterfalls and amazing red mountains affording endless opportunities for budding photographers and professionals alike! Regardless of age or activity, if you love the great outdoors you will love the Durango area and your stay at Durango Mountain Resort!

Keywords: Cowboy Comforts, Ski Condo, Durango Mountain Resort, Slope side, Steps to Lifts, Views , Durango Train, Mountain Views

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About The Owner

Back in the 70's we (Stephen & Toni) shared Durango family fun and the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with our son and his Grandma Margaret. Little did we imagine our son his wife would "re-discover" Durango and bring it back into our lives. We loved their East Rim Condo and fly-fishing on the mountain so much, we decided to get our own! We are excited to create new family memories with our 3 daughters & son, their wonderful spouses and our 8 beloved Grandchildren. We also look forward to our Guests enjoying the ambiance of mountain home that we are blessed to have. We fell in love with the interior charm right away (we've always dreamed of a log cabin)and the location makes it easy to play.

The Owner purchased this condo in 2010
Why The Owner chose Durango

Too many things we love about Durango to fit into a little paragraph! Just to name a few: Ample places to explore for Fly fishing (how much gear do you have Steve???), wonderful walks along Hermosa Creek, the refreshing mountain air with morning coffee, superb selection of restaurants, BBQing on the mountain view patio, Great selection of Churches and downtown activities, the old cowboy mining towns of Silverton and Ouray (is that more than a few?)

What makes this condo unique

We are so wonderfully close to the slopes, lodge and village. Down our steps, and a few meters across the brave can ski right down to the bunny slope and transit lift area. "Rule-followers" Ha Ha, have just a 2 minute walk right to the main lift area. We joined the DMMA, and pay an additional 8% that we include in our rates so our guests can also share in the enjoyment of the outdoor pool (heated in cool months, hot tub, well-equipped fitness center, tennis courts and valet ski check & Spa (the last two are optional and do have additional fees for us as well, however the DMMA key you receive at check-in gives you access to the areas).

30 Reviews of Property 286313 in Durango, Colorado

Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
average rating of 4.9259257 based on 30 reviews
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Texas
5

Beautiful Place & Lovely Owners

Beautiful Place & Lovely Owners
  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 13, 2013
  • Stayed: May 2013
This one of the most well designed and decorated condos we have stayed at. The kitchen is an amazing feat of efficiency. I was worried that it looked so small in the photos (I am a cook), but it's layout worked extremely well. The condo is adorably decorated and very clean. The owners are very easy to work with and responded quickly to our inquiries. The bonus of getting to use the fitness center and whirlpool was appreciated. Oh and did I mention the view....fabulous. Just a great place to kick back and relax.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Houston tx
5

Spring Break Durango Mountain Resort

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 23, 2013
  • Stayed: Mar 2013
Couldn't ask for a better place! Perfect!!!
Recommended for:  Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Arkansas
5

Skiers

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Feb 8, 2013
  • Stayed: Feb 2013
We enjoyed our stay at this property; I particularly appreciated being provided paper towels, laundry detergent, spices, condiments, shampoo and shower gel. It is very nice to have available. We were pleased with the accommodations and location to the ski resort.
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East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Cedar Crest
5

Cabin Style

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jan 22, 2013
  • Stayed: Jan 2013
We had a great time staying at the condo. The decor is so eye pleasing and everything you need is provided. The condo is clean and very comfortable to stay in. There was plenty of room for four adults and the kiddos. We recommend this to families skiing at Durango. We are looking forward to returning in February.
Recommended for:  Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Thank you for the great review. We strive for maximum enjoyment and comfort when you stay with us. We are ordering in some fresh powder for when you return next month.

Steve & Toni
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p286313vb
(951) 691-2776
East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
5

Durango Vacation*****

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Oct 3, 2012
  • Stayed: Sep 2012
We had one of our best vacations ever! This home was even more beautiful than the pictures showed - absolutely spotless, beautifully decorated, gorgeous views and everything we needed for our comfort. If it was up to us, we could have just moved right in and never left! We went shopping into Durango and Silverton, hiking, weather was just perfect, the staff was so courteous.

Our dog was welcomed by the owners which was so important to us. He had a great time and received so much attention by kids, men and women who wanted to pet him, He is a golden retriever and so beautiful and well behaved. He loved the greenery and all the different smells.

The owners were wonderful to communicate with by e-mail and phone. We look forward to coming back again and again!

Ed, Inga and "Goldie" Eisele
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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(951) 691-2776
East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Albuquerque, NM, USA
5

Fantastic Mountain Getaway

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Sep 30, 2012
  • Stayed: Sep 2012
I took my parents on a trip out to Durango for a short getaway into the mountains. They always travel with their two dogs (and I was requested by my folks to bring mine) which limited where we could find lodging. Thankfully, I came across this condo and couldn't have been more pleased with it. The condo itself is located within the Durango Mountain Resort, about 25 miles north of Durango. The resort has plenty of outdoor activities and shops within walking distance. Many of the shops & restaurants were closed while we visited in September, but a short drive will get you to a couple of grocery stores nearby.

The condo itself served as a fantastic retreat. With three people and three dogs (one the size of a person), we all slept well without any troubles. We took advantage of many of the amenities within the condo, including the outdoor grill that made for some fantastic dinners.

Only a few nit-picky drawbacks of the condo that I should mention. The condo has some accent lighting inside which doesn't have any easily accessible switches (in fact we never found them). For those sleeping inside the family room, it becomes difficult for those who need total darkness to sleep. The Wi-Fi connection inside the condo was a bit laggy, but good enough for the occasional e-mail check.

In all, I cannot give this place enough praise. My folks are eager to return here again for another trip.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p286313vb
(951) 691-2776
East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
5

Just As Promised

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Sep 23, 2012
  • Stayed: Sep 2012
I was very satisfied with this property. The location in the Durango Mountain Resort complex was a nice base for sightseeing and other mountain activities. The condo itself was clean and modern. The owners have good taste in decor. We bought food and laundry detergent in Durango (about 25 minutes away), but just about everything else was provided, including soap, shampoo, towels and condiments/spices/cereals, etc for the kitchen. We had an enjoyable and relaxing time on our trip. Much of this was due to our great accommodations.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks for the nice comments Ryan. We enjoyed having you as guests and are glad that you had an enjoyable time.

We love our visits to Durango, so we work hard to make sure that you wll also love visiting.

We hope to have you stay with us again soon.

Steve & Toni Qualls
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Houston
5

Everything Promised and More

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 19, 2012
  • Stayed: Jul 2012
We had a great stay! The condo is extremely comfortable and spacious. The amenities are outstanding. Condo and resort were clean, friendly, etc. I wish we could have stayed for a month! Steps from the resort. Enjoyed all of the hiking and biking. Close enough to Durango to enjoy the town!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Thanks for the nice review Cheryl. We are glad that you found everything as advertised and we are especially pleased that you had a great time.

We love Durango and wish we could stay there year around. We love the friendly relaxed atmosphere of Durango and the friendliness of the people.

We hope you can come back again soon.
Steve & Toni Qualls
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Ogden UT
5

Family GetAway

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 10, 2012
  • Stayed: Jun 2012
Two families vacationing together. We had a wonderful time. The condo was beautiful and very comfortable for 7 of us. We enjoyed touring Mesa Verde, riding the train, river rafting and other activities, but at the end of our fun filled days we enjoyed driving to cooler air, beautiful scenery and relaxing at the cold pool! The moms appreciated the stocked kitchen especially putting dinner in the crockpot before we left and coming home and being able to relax after feeding our families. Wasn't a whole lot of hot water in the condo so we let the kids swim and shower over at the lodge. We would recommend this rental to all families and hope to return to ski.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
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Slope Side Fantastic Views~ Warm Cowboy Style, Pool & Hot Tub
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(951) 691-2776
East Rim Durango Mountain Resort
Austin, Tx
5

Great Vacation at Durango Mountain Resort

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 24, 2012
  • Stayed: Jun 2012
My wife and I had two friends who had never been to Colorado. We wanted their experience to be great and this condo at DMR helped in achieving that goal. With only a couple of minor comments to the owner, the property is clean and well laid out. The owner's added a loft to this condo, which has made it comfortable for four adults and accommodating for up to 4 more people on futon/hideaway beds. The view from the condo is great and while close to HWY 550, the noise from the highway is not invasive. The condo is located 1/2 way between Durango and Silverton, making is a good base for activities in those areas. The resort itself is really nice with pool/hot tub and a shopping center.

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation here.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children