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Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable

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Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable

With the Purple Juniper as your home base in Durango, you will be able to park your car and walk everywhere in town. With a five-minute walk, arrive at the heart of downtown and restaurants, shops, and the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railraod.

The home itself is an intimate and inviting half-duplex f faces a sunny and quiet neighborhood street. It is cozy with an open floor plan with an updated bathroom and kitchen. The kitchen and living room are connected by a granite island with three seats. Additional dining seating in warmer months is a four-seat table on the front deck. The bedrooms have a queen bed in one room and two twins in the second room. All beds are solid, plush, and comfortable. Evaporative cooling in the Summer additionally provides for restful nights.

The adjacent unit's primary access is from the back of the house, while Purple Juniper's access is from the front, with dedicated use of the front patio seating, and grill.

In addition to Main Avenue and downtown, hiking and biking trails including the Nature Trail and Sky Steps within a few blocks of the home. The neighborhood is pedestrian and dog-friendly and the block on which Purple Juniper resides is especially quiet and peaceful.

Guests are welcome to bring up to two pups, provided they don't get on furniture and have a low-key disposition given the pedestrian nature of the neighborhood.

Feel free to also check out the executive rental next-door, the Highland Sage, which is a three-bedroom home with similar amenities. I look forward to hosting you at this peaceful, downtown home

CUP 12-06; 01484

Property manager

Victoria Schmitt

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 650 sq ft (60 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Henry Strater Theater - 7 min walk
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 7 min walk
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 10 min walk
  • Animas River Trail - 13 min walk
  • Fort Lewis College - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 10 min walk
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fired Up Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ken & Sue's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable located?

Situated in Durango, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Durango Arts Center and Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Henry Strater Theater and Durango Area Tourism Office are also within 10 minutes. Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Purple Juniper: Heart of Downtown, Sunny Front Patio, Welcoming and Comfortable Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z., Fort Collins

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in perfect location!
Property is clean and has everything you need to make your stay in Durango cozy and comfortable. Great communication throughout the booking process.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janay G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci D., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place in Durango!
Our trip to Durango was amazing and Purple Juniper was the perfect place to stay! I've stayed in many VRBO properties and Purple Juniper is one of the best. This place is absolutely adorable and has everything you need for your stay. This trip was myself, my husband and my two teenage kids. Purple Juniper worked well for us because there were two bedrooms and the second bedroom my kids stayed in had two twin beds so nobody had to sleep on the couch. Purple Juniper is the front unit of this duplex. We had the front porch and the other unit had use of the backyard. We spent every evening hanging out on the porch. It was nice and quiet. We met the people staying in the other unit as they use the front porch to access their front door. They were the nicest people and we talked with them every day. Purple Juniper is a couple blocks from Main St. We easily walked down to Main St where all the shops and restaurants are. The unit was very clean and well put together. The owner, Victoria, is amazing. She checks in on you and makes sure everything is going well. It was refreshing because sometimes you never hear from a VRBO owner or manager. You just show up and hope the place is actually there. lol. There was plenty of parking. We parked right in front of the unit every day. We also saw a deer right on the property! Being from AZ we don't see that kind of stuff. I highly recommend Purple Juniper. We will definitely be staying again next time we come to Durango.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango duplex
Well located, well appointed, and squeaky clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

domenick and rosa a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaways
Awasome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Escape: VRBO's Charm and Comfort Combined
Excellent location for a Durango stay. I was able work during the day both on the bar inside and the outdoor porch area. The walk to downtown is so easy and convenient. AND very quiet. Victoria was the perfect host, she made sure all the essentials and BEYOND were available, even checked in during my stay to ensure all needs were being met. My son is a FLC student, he popped in before and after classes, making the location perfect for those visiting students. The furniture and bed were very comfortable. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the cooking and dining items you need. I really enjoyed sitting outside in the evening with a glass of wine watching the neighbors walk by. The Purple Juniper will be my go-to stay in Durango.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place with great location!
Perfect spot for a Durango stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to walk to downtown
We had a great stay in Durango. The location and amenities were all fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

marla e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Repeat customers, love the place, location and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
new years getaway
cute house, victoria was very accomodating. we enjoyed our stay and will be sure to return
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas
Christmas
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prime location
And ADORABLE property just a few blocks from downtown! Had everything we needed, very communicative host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Durango home in downtown grid
The property manager communicated well. There were plenty of dishes, glasses, towels and extra bedding. The location is fantastic - easy walk to shops, bars and restaurants. Free street parking near (often right in front of) property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Durango Stay
The location of Purple Juniper was what attracted us to this property. It is in a quiet neighborhood with an easy walk to downtown. Add to that the wonderful front deck, the lovely accommodations, and excellent communication with Victoria, and it is a place I will hope to book when we visit again. We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
The property is in a great location within walking distance to virtually all points of interest in the downtown area. It is also in a very quiet neighborhood. The kitchen is well stocked with useful items rather than just “stuff” as is often found. All in all a very nice place to stay and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location!!!
We adored this property and loved the location of this home so much that we are now looking to buy in the same neighborhood! We were able to walk everywhere we needed to (downtown, Hogsback, Fort Lewis, City Market…). The home was clean and well stocked. Victoria was amazing. She contacted us throughout our stay to make sure all was well and we didn’t need anything. We totally recommend the Purple Juniper house. Thanks for everything Victoria!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Purple Juniper was Perfect Location
We spent a month at Purple Juniper. Arrived to find property as listed: a warm, “cabin-y” 2-bedroom. The unit was CLEAN which is our biggest requirement. We did have a couple of appliance issues that management jumped on immediately. Place is just a short walk to historic downtown Durango and Silverton train. It is also in a great walking neighborhood and minutes from SkySteps to the College on plateau above. Easy access to major roads leading to Mesa Verde, Purgatory, Pagosa Springs and more.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ted W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
This property is in great proximity to historic downtown Durango. A short walk to shopping, breweries and many restaurants. Only downside was the cleanliness was not great - but still a good rental.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant home
Well put together home, compact and yet spacious. Good location, quiet and within walking distance to Main Avenue restaurants and shops. Owner/manager Victoria was very responsive and helpful. We had a terrific four-night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect downtown location in Durango
The Purple Juniper was perfect for my stay in Durango. You can walk to everywhere downtown in minutes or take a short drive to stores like Natural Grocers . Very charming, clean and cozy! Quiet and clean and wonderful amenities. Great if you are cooking or even want a morning smoothie. Victoria is very responsive, but there was very little not thought of or explained right inside for the stay! Will look forward to another stay down the road, my first choice in town. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location in the historical district. Hiking right up the street and a short walk to downtown. The house was fully stocked, even coffee! It was great. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place in a great location
Our family loved our stay at the purple juniper! We could easily walk to Durango Main Street, which we regularly did for meals and shopping, but the street was quiet and the home was exceptionally clean and well-appointed for cooking and even laundry. I've stayed at a lot of rentals and have never had such a well-equipped kitchen- they had all appliances, dishes, even a variety of spices available for use. Beds were comfortable and cozy. Would recommend 100% and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Great experience. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Home Base
Purple Juniper was the perfect home base for our visit to Durango. Located in the historic downtown area we were within walking distance of some great shopping, dining, and the awesome river trail. Victoria was a great host and was available to us when needed. The house was spotless and we really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend Purple Juniper!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance P., Wimberley Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango 3 Day Visit
Durango was one of our stops on our Summer vacation. The house was great, very clean and suited our needs perfectly. Nestled in a quiet little neighborhood with a close walk to Main Street. Victoria was very responsive and accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022