Title: Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92192300/92192300/w1917h1278x3y0-dcf9a0c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92192300/92192300/w1918h1280x2y0-2158370b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92192300/92192300/d456ef4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92192300/92192300/893da86f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92192300/92192300/8408e91a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 0 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41450 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango Our 2 bed / 2 bath cabin (Ariel's Nest) sits directly on the Animas River on over 3 acres and is only 4 miles (6 minutes) to historic Downtown Durango. Enjoy a private river front setting with room to room to roam (and fish), while being close to all of the incredible amenities and recreational experiences that Durango has to offer. The ample outdoor space/decks with seating and a large fire pit will allow you to enjoy the amazing setting on the Animas River. The cabin features the expected vacation rental amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, BBQ Grill, washer/dryer (laundry detergent provided) and there is plenty of parking for multiple vehicles and trailers. High speed Starlink WIFI was installed in March 2024 with speeds over 100mbs. While the kitchen is fully stocked - it does not have a dishwasher. Bed Configuration: Master Bedroom - Queen Bed (Main Floor) 2nd Bedroom - 2 Twins (Top Floor) This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay). 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. Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations. –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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On the waterfront ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,450 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92192400/92192304/c63f7fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango Durango - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=92192304&PinnedHotelID=92192304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112540000/112534000/112533904/21029658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cuatros Pinos ~ Quiet Tall Pine Retreat Durango West - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=112533904&PinnedHotelID=112533904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117890000/117889700/117889636/d975ae32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Cabin on the Pine River, Pet-Friendly, Great Fishing Durango - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=117889636&PinnedHotelID=117889636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106630000/106625100/106625028/7ef7d6b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creekside Retreat, Pet Friendly, A/C, Incredible Views, Close to town! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1586-248396 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.22024%2C-107.85864&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0xBCM0o8t4C4CYDz0bVmtJjFH0Y=) Durango, CO #### What's nearby - Mercy Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles - Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles - Animas River Trail - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles - Fort Lewis College - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles - Durango Area Tourism Office - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles #### Getting around - Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 10 min drive - Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive - ‪Serious Texas BAR-B-Q - ‬4 min drive - ‪Roadhouse Pizza Company - ‬7 min drive - ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬17 min walk - ‪Zia Taqueria - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Animas River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Mercy Regional Medical Center. Animas River Trail and Durango Area Tourism Office are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pet Friendly Rustic Cabin on the Animas River - 6 Min. to Downtown Durango Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven B., McKinney, USA 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time in Durango Best of both worlds - a cabin in the woods and close to all of Durango. I fished in the morning, golfed the next! Really had a great time. Cabin was super and we’d come back! ##### Steven B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue j. 30 Sept 2018 #### Relaxing week The house was clean. We had a great time. Enjoyed the river and saw a deer a few nights. The fire pit was a plus on cool nights. ##### Sue j. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce M. 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden treasure Hearing the Animas River from our deck was so peaceful. We ate all our dinners from the second floor deck looking out on the property and the river . We really enjoyed our stay, hopefully returning here again someday. ##### Bruce M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AL M. 3 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### vacation terrific ##### AL M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### maggie h. 26 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place close to town We stayed here for several days while our house was under construction. The house is wonderfully located in a secluded spot right on the river but is also close to town as well as great retail options. The host is terrifically accommodating, and the house is very clean and well furnished, in a cute and casual style. The outdoor space is beautiful with a view of the river. Visitors should be aware there is a set of stairs between the master bedroom/main living area and the kitchen/dining area. ##### maggie h. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Paula P. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Fan unit smelled like it was on fire. Some furniture should be replaced due to wobbly legs. Down stairs shower was either freezing cold or burning hot while showering. ##### Paula P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### John Y. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy The idea and location are pretty good. The home needs to be updated to meet VRBO standards. Property management team was very responsive. ##### John Y. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Lacy M. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy The best thing about this place is the location. It’s on the river and close to town. But everything else was pretty uncomfortable. No central AC/heat and only one window would open downstairs and two upstairs. The comforter was dirty when we arrived (this was handled by management) and the coffee maker and the couch were both broken. Overall very disappointing rental for us. ##### Lacy M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AJ R. 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property Excellent property with awesome views of the river and short distance from lots to do in Durango. House was exactly as described. The location is very private and quiet. ##### AJ R. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clint C. 19 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place in durango Stayed for a snowmobiling trip and was a great property ##### Clint C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas B. 20 Apr 2024 #### Great location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at the Animas River Cabin. It was very quiet and yet close to Durango downtown. We also enjoyed the fire pit next to the river. The manager was very helpful during our check-in. I would rent this cabin again next time back. ##### Andreas B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin Y., NM 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place! We were very happy staying at this rental. We asked to stay an extra day because the location was great for fall fishing, and the management was very responsive and accommodating. We enjoyed 'smores on the firepit and made use of one of the two grills. Nice to have laundry available as well. The kitchen is kind of small, but it met our needs nicely. We will be back if at all possible. ##### Erin Y. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara T. 6 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway This rental is close to businesses and restaurants, but it feels like it is much further out in the countryside. I enjoyed walking down to the river each morning. Internet was fast for streaming with no lag. I knew this when I booked it, but the kitchen is on the second floor. If my knees stay good, I plan on staying at this rental again. ##### Barbara T. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea, Granbury 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful setting Property location very private, right on the Animas River. Property management was extremely responsive to our every need. Living room is downstairs and kitchen is upstairs. We would have liked to have a king bed upstairs in the large bedroom, but there were twin beds. ##### Andrea Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tate B. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River property Had a great weekend on the river. Beautiful property ##### Tate B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Meredith L. 16 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Listing accuracy #### "Cabin" is the operative word Agreeably, this location is unique because the river is close enough that it can be heard from the deck and patio of the house but the path to it is overgrown, kind of non-friendly access. We were given instructions that upon leaving after our stay to lock the gate near the county road that the cabin is off of but that lock is non-existent. After the other cabin was vacated we would have appreciated being able to bar access from the road late at night. Another safety issue is that several of the windows were inoperable due to the mechanisms being broken. Two wouldn't close and a couple wouldn't open. Screens on the doors and all windows would be nice as well as we wanted fresh air but not the moths. Yes, it's a cabin with some of that charm but the floorplan is awkward. More comfortable seating in the one main room would help considerably as there is one couch and the rest are upright chairs...not exactly hang-out-able. Having two bathrooms and the overall privacy is a plus. ##### Meredith L. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim S. 11 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to everything Close to town, Close to the River, Close to Everything. House as described. ##### Tim S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gloria E. 7 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin The cabin was in the perfect location. We could watch the rafters on the river. Everything was clean. It was close enough to the sites we wanted to see but isolated enough we could relax. ##### Gloria E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert C. 4 Jun 2018 #### very nice and great views! great place to visit and stay! ##### Robert C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2018