You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Cottage perfect for a couple or small family
This cozy cottage is just minutes from downtown Durango as well as two miles from Lake Nighthorse which is a lovely large recreational lake. The well appointed layout of this newly remodel space has a large downstairs bedroom, a gabled upstairs area that can accommodate an extra guest or can be used as an office. The kitchen opens up into a spacious dining area as well as a living room with a large screen TV and a sleeper sofa. If you are looking to sit outside and enjoy the sunset dipping behind the mountains you have a sun room to enjoy, if it is chilly out, or your own private side patio. Enjoy all Durango has to offer with hiking, paddle boarding, mountain biking and whitewater all within 10 minutes of this great setting. This is a classic mother-in-law space that shares a wall with the main house.
Property manager
Kristin Dills
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Durango, CO
What's nearby
San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
Animas River Trail - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
Durango Area Tourism Office - 15 min drive - 14.4 km
Fort Lewis College - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 14 min drive
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Denny's - 14 min drive
Applebee's - 14 min drive
Animas River Beer Garden & Lounge - 14 min drive
Durango Coffee Company - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Cottage perfect for a couple or small family pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage perfect for a couple or small family?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage perfect for a couple or small family?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Cottage perfect for a couple or small family located?
Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Historic Tram Park, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, and Twin Buttes. San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Animas River are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Cozy Cottage perfect for a couple or small family Reviews
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Cleanliness
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Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Enedina
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were very satisfied with our stay. Cottage was very clean. Area was quiet and peaceful surroundings. I would stay there again if I was going to Durango.
The cozy cottage was perfect for our stay. Beds were comfortable, the place was clean and well stocked and we enjoyed being away from the town and seeing wildlife. Kristin was a wonderful host and seemed to think of everything when it came to the cottage. We'll definitely be going back!
We loved staying in such a beautiful place that was close to Durango yet private and peaceful. We loved it and would absolutely stay there again as I would love to live there!
Very clean and well equipped with everything you would need for a stay. The bed was so comfortable. Just a few minutes from Durango. We would highly recommend.
Everything worked extremely well and the accommodations were just great for our trip. Quiet, fully stocked, easy to access and close to town. We would not hesitate to return in the future.
Great place close to town in Durango. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood. My friend and I enjoyed our stay with it's convenient location to downtown. I would stay here again.
We loved this very nice spotless apartment. Lots of room for the two of us to relax, cook some meals and enjoy a little Colorado mountain solitude while we attended our sons wedding in the Durango area.
About 10 minutes from Durango so the stars were amazing. Lovely place, very clean and Kristin had everything we needed in kitchen and bathroom. Highly recommend.
The cottage was a perfect place for us. We enjoyed the setting. Especially seeing the deer each evening. Kristin was great! Very responsive and helpful. Would stay here again if in the area.
This was an affordable, clean and cozy place to stay. Kristin was so nice and accommodating. We accidentally locked ourselves out and she was very understanding and quickly responded. The location was beautiful and peaceful. We would high recommend for anyone to stay here.
Comfortable and pretty little cottage/mother in law house with views of the forest. Quiet neighborhood and house had everything my family needed to enjoy a few days away in Durango CO. A short drive to the Durango but tucked away in a quiet, wooded neighborhood. We enjoyed sitting in the sunroom and watching the deer graze.
We were Texans escaping the heat and this places was absolutely perfect. Set outside of town on a beautiful piece of property it was absolutely serene. This place was exquisite. It was absolutely spotless and extremely eco-friendly which we absolutely loved. The hosts were extremely accommodating for some of our requests and for that we greatly appreciated it.. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the city of Durango!!!
Lake Nighthorse Cottage was literally a dream, slept well on very comfy mattress. Perfect property for a couple, situated to explore Mesa Verde (pre-reservations required for ALL ranger-guided cliff dwelling tours). If you plan on cooking in the well-appointed kitchen, grocery stores (including natural/health food market options) are within a 15 minute drive in Durango. Kristin was an exemplary host! The fingerling fries at James Ranch Grill are a must try. Check out the poignant Tour of Carvings in nearby Vallecito Lake commemorating the devastating 2002 forest fire.