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Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood

Garden Home City of Durango Permit #14-098

Our Garden Home Guesthouse is a beautiful 1800 square foot, three bedroom two and a half bath house on West 3rd Avenue. Take a short walk to dinner downtown, or enjoy the extensive River Trail that runs along the banks of the Animas just a few blocks from the house. Or just sit on the classic front porch overlooking this quiet old-town Avenue neighborhood lined with huge trees. Feel good about taking a green vacation… this house has a 4.5 KW PV solar system providing 100% of the electricity used on the property!

Garden Home is decorated in a serene garden style with high quality furnishings and original artwork. There is a full kitchen gas range and oven, kitchen aid dishwasher, plenty of dishes and pots and pans to cook a holiday meal for your family. All the little things like coffee, oil, and spices are there to make you feel at home. Also a full sized washer and dryer for your use with supplies provided. Two beautiful bedrooms upstairs have high-end queen sized mattresses for a comfortable nights sleep. There are down comforters and lots of extra towels and linens.

Your kids and dogs will have a blast exploring the nature trail up the back hill, safely fenced in.

It is a 30-minute drive to Purgatory (DMR) where you can ski some of Colorado’s best. Or just stay in and make popcorn and take advantage of our comfy leather furniture, DVD Collection, LCD TV with Dish and small library of great books, and of course Wireless High Speed Internet. The downstairs has vaulted ceilings and slate tile floors with in floor heat for your winter comfort. The dining room has a glass door that opens up to a private courtyard covered with a trellis, a great place to have a romantic dinner al fresco.

We are local and have lived in Durango for a long time, so can help you plan your perfect downtown Durango vacation.


All the Best,
Holly Jason, Owner
Casa Durango, LLC




Keywords: Cottage, Victorian, House, Private Home

Property manager

Holly Jason

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 17 min walk
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 2 min drive
  • Animas River Trail - 2 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 2 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 6 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪11th Street Station - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Happy Pappys Pizza n Wings - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Libre - Taqueria & Cocktails - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood located?

Located in the heart of Durango, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St. Columba Catholic Church and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Animas River and Durango Fish Hatchery and Education and Nature Center are also within 10 minutes. Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Garden Home Downtown: Splendid 2 Bedroom House in Historic Neighborhood Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eva V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
The house was beautiful and the neighborhood was great for morning and evening walks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home backyard needs work
Clean home, nice neighborhood. The only reason I gave 4 stars is the backyard. Our dog struggled on the hillside/slope that is the backyard. She got many pokes and scrapes from the overgrowth on the hill. Owner did say they are getting the backyard landscaped soon. Would not return with our dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kent s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango Visit
Property manger was very easy to communicate with and very responsive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot. Will be back next time in durango
Wondeful house and location. Very comfortable and within walking distance to downtown
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming House, Easy Walking Distance
Exactly what we were looking for! This was close to Purgatory ski resort (30 min), and it was also central enough in town that we could walk to some breweries and restaurants. Our dogs liked walking down to the river. The kitchen was incredibly well-stocked with supplies, and the home was cozy and welcoming. We hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to everything
Very nice stay. The house has a well stocked kitchen, mini splits for staying comfortable, and comfy beds. Close to downtown while off the main road means quiet mornings on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

William B., Scottsdale, AZ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Location in Durango
Enjoyed the location of this property right in Durango. Easy access to town and local attractions. Could use updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Darryl B.

Drip, Drip, Drip
Was disappointed that when we got to the property at 5:30PM there were 2 grown men in the house working on air-conditioning. I would have preferred we were told they would be there given I had 2 teenage daughters with me. There were a lot of bugs in the house. Lastly, the air conditioner was dripping into a pan and my wife couldn't sleep so she had to go downstairs and sleep on the couch while we were staying here. We would not come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Garden Home!
The Garden Home was clean and neat. Everything we needed was there. The neighborhood was quiet and enjoyable for walks. The location was close to everything. Overall, a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Perfect home for two couple with bathrooms for each bedroom and plenty of indoor and outdoor living space on the main level. Great location in Durango easily walkable to downtown over a gorgeous swinging bridge. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home away from home
This is a cute home on a quiet back street In Durango. It was prettier than we imagined (pictures are accurate) and having access to the garage was wonderful for our bikes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Great home and location
Everything was as described...lots of personal touches and conveniences. Highly recommend!!

8/10 Good

Sally C.

very cute home plenty of space
House nicely furnished lovely quiet neighborhood well supplied with basic needs, laundry detergent ,shower soap, etc. Steep stairs inside and in back yard made it hard for our older dogs to get around, but fine for us humans!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Lovely home! Excellent proximity to river and more
Our family of 4 stayed in the Garden Home for a few weeks. It was clean, comfortable and cozy. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The house is located very conveniently for reaching mountain bike trails (test track or Star Wars), the public library, recreation center, skateboard park, neighborhood elementary school with a great playground, the river trail, and less than a mile from downtown (main street). The house is well equipped with everything you will need. Highly recommend for families!
Stayed 38 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Mark K.

Enjoyed our stay in this nice property.
Our stay in this property was very comfortable. The house is very nice. Just about every detail to make our stay good was taken care of. The kitchen is very well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, as well as some food items, like coffee, sugar, herbs and spices, cooking oil, etc. etc. in the pantry. The beds and furniture are comfortable. The clothes washer and drier are new and convenient. The Wifi was easy to use and the speed was moderate. The TV, BlueRay player, and satellite system were pretty good. We really enjoyed sitting in the chairs on the front porch with friends and our dogs throughout the day. The neighborhood nice because it is older with mature trees and houses. It is pleasant and fairly quiet. We enjoyed taking morning and evening walks down to the river, main street with the restaurant and shops, the grocery store, and the off-leash dog park everyday. All are pretty close by. The paved walking path along the river is especially nice for an outing. The backyard is unique because the house is built on the side of a big hill. The yard is divided into a lower patio, then up a flight of stairs to the level of the second floor of the house is a second patio, then there is a steep hill with steps going up to the top of the lot where you can see out over the house and the neighborhood. This worked out OK for our dogs to go out to do their business, but it isn't a typical flat backyard where people and dogs and run and play. If you wonder if it will work for your needs I would recommend asking the owner for a picture of the yard since one isn't provided on the website. My only recommendation for the owner is to keep up with mowing the lawn, trimming the trees and bushes. It was a little overgrown when we arrived and gave a bad first impression. The lawn crew did mow and trim some bushes about half way through our stay. Overall we enjoy the house and the neighborhood and we would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

A great time
There were 4 adults staying at the house and we had a great time. It was a great base of operations for day trips out of town and shopping/restaurants downtown. The house doesn't have central air, but the weather was mild enough in early June to sleep with the windows open in the guest bedroom. The house is fully equipped if you want to prepare meals versus eating out. The neighborhood is very convenient to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Very clean, great location!
We had a perfect vacation here, very clean overall. Plenty of room for our small group. Explore the backyard if the weather permits! 😀
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Selena K., Southlake

Spring Vacation in Durango
The home was very comfortable and we really appreciated the pack and play. Thank you! The heated floors were great and even though we were within walking distance of downtown, nature was often to be seen at our front door. We saw both a deer and a bear on the property. The garden is delightful and it was truly a home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Gabriel D.

Wonderful place, the family really enjoyed the home!
Excellent location, great neighborhood! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

todd l.

Very relaxing.
The house was in a perfect location. We could easily walk to downtown or walk along the river. The house fit the six of quite nicely. We want to go back in the summer and use the house again next Christmas. Wonderful. Wonderful. Wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

Reunion of college friends.
Had a great time meeting up with old friends and Holly's house was the perfect place to stay. The house has lots of room and was stocked with everything we needed. The patio off the kitchen was a wonderful area to hangout and one of the mornings two deer came walking by us. Would definitely stay there again when back in Durango.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Christa F.

Clean, comfortable, and close to everything
This home has lots of room. I was ecstatic when I realized the house had a playroom for my son. Yes, that means this house is really 3 bedrooms. I felt like the house had two backyards because of the multi level yard. The house has a open floor plan, and the bedrooms are roomy. The bathrooms even have heaters, so you will stay toasty during your morning shower. Plus, the linen closet is stocked with lots of towels and blankets. Let's talk about the location. The neighborhood is quiet, and only a couple blocks from the main road. We road bikes downtown every day. Durango has bike paths and bike lanes everywhere. The house even has bikes to use. Ps. I saw a deer just walking on the sidewalk one morning. As if he was out for his morning stroll to the cafe that is at the end of the street. Anyway, your going to love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

8/10 Good

Marsha P.

The Perfect Home for Gathering Family
The Garden Home was the perfect place for us to headquarter as the groom's family. It's close to town so that while some family members are running errands in vehicles, others can walk uptown to run others or have fun. The house itself was ideal - the patio off the kitchen is a lovely private area for barbecues and entertaining; the kitchen is large enough to accommodate more than one cook, and the bedrooms/bathrooms were large and comfortable. When we go back to Durango for other family occasions, we will definitely stay in Holly's house! Marsha Chambers
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Home Away from Home
My husband, sister, brother in law & I came to Durango for 10 days. Garden Home is very clean, with many items included such as: toilet tissue, kleenix, shampoo, hair dryer, towels. Also kitchen w dishes, cooking items & spices for those who prefer dining in: altho, many good restaurants in town! 3 outside decks (including a tiki bar off kitchen) & a fenced yd for our dog. Even 2 bikes in garage! Did I mention house has solar? Andrea the property manager is there if u need her. (1 time we locked ourselves out & Andrea was there within 30 min)! Location ideal to walk to town & to Riverwalk. Close to mountains as well.! House is vintage, but has been nicely remodeled. Totally loved it & would definitely rent it again. VERY nice residential location! Karin, scottsdsle,az

10/10 Excellent

Robbin C.

Very comfortable home
Recently stayed at the Garden Home with my family and had a great experience. I can't remember when I've stayed at a more comfortable and welcoming home. The beds were very nice, kitchen was well equipped for making dinners and the living area had plenty of comfy seating. There was an attached garage which was a bonus for storing our bikes. The outdoor space was inviting but unfortunately the weather didn't allow us to take advantage of it. Andrea, the manager, was very helpful and responsive. We plan on staying again next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2016