Forest Lakes stay.With a stay at this Forest Lakes vacation home, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake SImpatico Trailhead and 6 miles (10 km) of Los Pinos River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are North Oak Park and Vallecito Lake.
Lake SImpatico Trailhead - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
Los Pinos River - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
North Oak Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles
Bayfield Town Hall - 11 min drive - 8.7 miles
Vallecito Lake - 13 min drive - 9.2 miles
Getting around
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 36 min drive
Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Mini Merc Store - 18 min drive
Wells Liquor - 14 min drive
Coffee Merchant - 13 min drive
Artistic Edge Design - 11 min drive
San Juan Images - 23 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck
Welcome to Deer Ridge Cabin — Your Mountain Retreat in the Heart of Nature! Nestled on two private acres of forested land, Deer Ridge Cabin offers direct access to scenic BLM hiking trails right from your backyard. Tucked in a peaceful, private neighborhood near Lake Simpatico, you’ll find the perfect spot for paddleboarding, fishing (no license required), and lakeside picnics. Just 15 minutes away, explore the waters of Vallecito Lake and Lemon Reservoir for even more outdoor fun. Bring your dog with you, too! As the sun sets, Bayfield’s designation as a “dark skies” community turns the front deck into your own personal observatory — ideal for stargazing under a canopy of stars.
–Where You’ll Sleep– •Bedroom 1 - Master Bedroom - King Bed with TV •Bedroom 2- Main Floor Bedroom - King Bed •Bedroom 3 - Lower Level Common Space - 2 Twin Beds •Additional Sleeping Areas - Queen Sleeper Sofa (Living Room), Twin Day Bed (Loft), Queen Sleeper Sofa (Basement)
–Amenities You’ll Love– •A fully equipped kitchen with sleek stainless steel appliances •Cozy living and family rooms, each featuring an electric fireplace and smart TV •Three spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms •A large deck with grill and plenty of seating for al fresco dining •Convenient washer and dryer for your use
–Location– •The Forest Lakes community is 8 miles North of Bayfield, and 8 miles South of Lake Vallecito Recreation Area. Forest Lakes also has a playground and neighborhood lake for fishing - Lake Simpatico - with a walking trail around the lake. •This home is approximately 20 miles from downtown Durango, 15 miles from Sky Ute Casino, and 50 miles from Pagosa Springs. There is plenty of dining, unique shops, and outdoor recreation in the surrounding area.
–Good To Know– •This home is pet friendly! We allow up to 2 dogs. The pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay). Pets must be crated if they are left home alone. •There is a portable AC unit in this home. Temperatures inside the property are also easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s. •The main door is access up an exterior flight of stairs. •This cabin is rented from mid-April thru mid-October and is closed for the winter months
Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years). Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.
Cancellation Policy: If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.
–About Your Host– At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we’re a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.
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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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,363 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
1586-274799
Frequently asked questions
How close is Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck to the airport?
This vacation home is 21.4 mi (34-min drive) away from the Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck to downtown Bayfield?
This vacation home is 7.2 mi away from Bayfield.
Deer Ridge Cabin | Borders BLM | Dog Friendly | Large Deck Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne O., USA
Aug 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin had everything we were looking for. The gate on the wrap around deck was a huge plus with our dog and small child. The area was quiet and beautiful. Loved all the windows and doors we could open to the outside fresh air. The furniture, sheets, towels were all comfortable. We had access to an empty pantry and big closes. I think the mattresses were new, the king mattresses were extra firm so we did have a bit of a hard time sleeping on them. 100% would rent again.
Suzanne O.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Johanna A.
Aug 13, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property and location was great. Manager was responsive and helpful. Cleaners neglected to clean the dog hair from the cabin. The manager was apologetic and did give them a very small amount of money back.