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Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing

Bayfield vacation home with kitchen

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A spacious living room with a large sofa, a patterned sofa, and a wooden floor. A kitchen is visible in the background, and there is a ceiling fan.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There is a kitchen in the background with wooden cabinets and a dining area.
A house with a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and tall trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a window with blinds.
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Bayfield, CO
  • Place, Vallecito Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bayfield

On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Vallecito Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead is within 16 miles (25 km) and Lemon Reservoir is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Animas River - 44 min drive - 31.5 miles
  • Fort Lewis College - 45 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 47 min drive - 33.8 miles
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 52 min drive - 38.5 miles

Getting around

  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weminuche Woodfire Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Gap Vittles and Fire Water - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Wharf - ‬9 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.

Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing

• Located just north of Vallecito Lake

• Reliable WiFi & Private outdoor Hot tub

• Pet friendly w/ fenced in back yard

• Large wood stove stocked w/ free fire wood

•Close proximity to an abundance of hiking trails

• Located near Vallecito Lake restaurants

• Easy access to Durango

• Perfect for people wanting to play outside (hiking, fishing, boating, kayaking, stand up paddle board, Nordic skiing, snow shoeing, cycling) or looking to relax in the mountains

• Business trips, family vacations & anyone looking for a quiet stay year round

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Dogs aren't to be left home alone, unless crated indoors only. Outdoors, dogs must be leashed or confined to the fenced yard. Owners to pick up poop!
No smoking/vaping of any substance indoors please!

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.9 mi (51-min drive) away from the Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing to downtown Bayfield?

This vacation home is 15.3 mi away from Bayfield.

Vallecito Lake, Dog Friendly, Near Durango, Hiking Trails & Trout Fishing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eliza N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to vacation with the family!! Will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful New Year stay

The property was clean, well equipped, and comfortable. We had everything we needed and loved the hot tub and grill!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauran T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Wedding Weekend

This was a wonderful location to share with family as we all came together for a wedding celebration. Spacious and perfect with kids and pets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laurencio d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property just as described! My family and I had so much fun staying here. The lake is literally 5 minutes away from the cabin, we would spend hours fishing and after a long day we would go back to the cabin and relax in the hot tub. Cabin is spacious and is well-equipped!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Crysta; P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice!

Very nice! Loved our stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls Birthday Trip Stay

Our party of 6 ranged in age from early 30s to 91, all mom/daughter and sisters combos (plus one small doggo) ...and we all greatly enjoyed our stay! We had everything we needed and the hosts were super responsive to any questions or needs. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zeke G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool Lake Getaway

This beautiful property was a great home base for our adventures! We went into Durango a few times and enjoyed the small community in Lake Vallecito. Hot tub was nice and the property was close to hiking and the lake. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanner H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent vacation rental!

Very pleased with this property! Property manager kept contact the entire time and was very friendly! Property was easily accessible, large, up to date and very clean. The hot tub was great! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect option for our extended family!

this home was squeaky clean, well-stocked, and very comfortable for our two night stay. i only wish we had the time to take advantage of the fire pit, covered patio, lovely porch, or the great selection of games and videos, but we were only in the area for a family gathering nearby. We will certainly consider booking again next time we come!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin in the woods

The house is absolutely beautiful! Great location, clean house, accommodating owner, all the amenities, and perfect for anyone! Make sure to pack your s’mores and whatever else you need because you won’t want to leave! Out of all the VRBO rentals I have stayed in this one is hands down my absolute favorite.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariz E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Great Location!

My family and I needed a place to stay for my brother's wedding. The property was exactly as advertised. It was such a cozy home near the beautiful lake and mountain views. The kitchen was the most well-stocked I've seen thus far. Though we didn't use all of the amenities, there were so many cool things offered. Marina was extremely quick to reply to any questions I had. I 100% recommend the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Quiet, comfortable, and very homey. The communication with the owner was nice with quick responses to any questions. Our dog was greated with a dog welcome basket. There were fresh flowers on the table and the house was clean and smelled amazing. Our time spent there was very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Savannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage Getaway

Marina maintained very good communication. She was very detailed with everything related to our stay. It made it easy to know the expectations of the rental and how to maintain it. If you follow the rules and guides you’ll be fine! Very beautiful home and location. Had everything we needed to have a great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, Charming and Very Close to the Lake

We really enjoyed our time at Vallecito. The property was just as described. The kitchen was probably the most well-appointed we've seen in a vacation rental! Linens were of excellent quality. The appliances all work great and check-in/out was as seamless and easy as you could hope for.Best of all, the owners are very sweet and super-responsive. They live very nearby and were quick to provide help, answer questions, give suggestions...genuinely committed to making sure we enjoyed our stay. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Out-of-the-way House

We had all we needed to take a relaxing vacation away from it all! The seven of us were a tight fit, but our host had plenty of linens and towels, a spa tub and a hardworking ice machine to keep us happy. She even brought over a fan for the very hot days! The Belgian waffle-maker was a bonus too! We visited Vallecito Lake, Pagosa Springs, Mesa Verde, Durango, Silverton and some hiking trails in between. Our dog enjoyed his welcome basket and the fenced yard. The only bummer was that the lake was a bit low.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leila K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don't hesitate to book, if you're considering this VRBO!

My family and I (including our dogs!) had the pleasure of staying here over Thanksgiving weekend and I can't say enough about how thoughtful our host was! Firstly, the property itself is beautiful and inviting. All of our beds were comfortable, clean, and we had plenty of towels for the 5 of us. I brought several dishes ready to pop into the oven, but was pleasantly surprised to see how well stocked the kitchen was with pots, pans, etc. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner here and very much enjoyed the cozy wood burning stove and spacious hot tub! What really sets this property above, though, is all of the thoughtful, little touches. As a few examples: the wood burning stove was ready with wood when we arrived and just needed to be lit! The coffee maker already had a filter in the pot, there was a doggie welcome basket when we walked in, on and on... I truly don't have enough space to complement Marina enough here! THANK YOU!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Dog-Friendly Home

Only had a few days open to squeeze in a four day, three night trip before the Fall school schedule set in. We foudn this home really perfect for two adults, two teens and two dogs. We loved the home and had enough space to be a bit isolated and also have family time. The layout of the house is really great for both purposes. Each teen had a bedroom but the common space for Kitchen, Dining and Living Room were wide open. Dogs really loved the two fully fenced yards and had a great time exploring all the Colorado smells! The home was very clean and organized and the kitchen was well equipped. We forgot to bring coffee but luckily there was some left over in a cabinet which we later replenished. Wonderful trails nearby and the neighborhood was very walkable with less traveled gravel roads and nice neighbors to wave to as we burned off extra dog energy in the mornings. The hot tub was obviously well cared for and we used it almost daily to supplement the hikes we did. The gas grill was full size and got some use as well. We didn't do any lake activities during our stay but had a wonderful trip. Our one year old Rottweiler is now a Colorado Mountain Girl and did not want to leave! The kids (and parents) left feeling very refreshed from a full summer of activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming and relaxing home

The host made an extra effort to ensure their guests were accommodated and comfortable. My family and I (ages 3 to 60) including two dogs enjoyed a three-day stay at this home so we could fish, hike, boat, and enjoy the outdoors. We chose this location to visit Durango and Mesa Verde National Park. We planned ahead for the ~40 minute drive to Durango for the nearest town with choices of restaurants and a major grocery store. The location of this property is near the entrance to a residential tract with roads on three sides, so did have light but noticeable vehicle traffic. The home was clean, and although we had and brought dogs of our own, a couple of our family members have allergies to other dogs that had been in the home, so a "deeper" cleaning (i.e. vacuuming sofa, thorough cleaning around baseboards) could have prevented some of our symptoms. Overall, I would recommend to others and would stay again at the same place. Looking forward to my next visit to enjoy the property with the stocked kitchen, hot tub, and wonderful neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in May

We decided to gift our parents with a weekend away (with us of course :) ) for Christmas last year in hopes to create memories instead of giving them a gift they always don’t need. We are so excited we choose this place for our weekend away. The house was adorable and reminded me of a cottage. It was perfect for our family’s needs and the hosts were amazing- quick to reply and we’re great on giving recommendations to whatever we asked them for. The house is super close to the beautiful lake which we enjoyed a day at. The house was super clean and was fully stocked. I would stay at this house ever and ever again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Very nice house on north end of lake. Host was great, and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jerianne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vallecito Getaway- Great Place to Stay

We loved staying at this house. Pros: It was very clean and quite(even though it's not far off the main road). The owners were quick to respond to questions/concerns. We were very pleasantly surprised with the addition of the hot tub. There are hiking trails and lakes all around to explore. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to cook a Thanksgiving meal and more.. Cons: The beds were a lot firmer than we're use to but not a problem if you like a firm bed!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

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