Title: Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK 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 cabin # Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70920000/70918800/70918732/82df6e6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70920000/70918800/70918732/b219ec1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70920000/70918800/70918732/6b56968b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70920000/70918800/70918732/c7413a58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70920000/70918800/70918732/572ffdf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Pine Meadow Cabin, nestled between Durango and Bayfield, offering an open living concept with a country kitchen and laundry room. Enjoy boating, fishing, hiking in the beautiful mountain recreation area around Vallecito & Lemon Lakes or unwind on the covered porch or open patio. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41216 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK Welcome to Pine Meadow Cabin — a serene straw bale retreat nestled between Durango and Bayfield, Colorado. This thoughtfully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-level home offers a harmonious blend of rustic craftsmanship and modern comfort, all set against the backdrop of the stunning San Juan Mountains. Step inside to an open-concept living area where warm natural textures meet simple elegance. A country-style kitchen invites you to gather, cook, and create memories, while the cozy living space opens to a covered front porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening stargazing. Out back, an open patio offers a peaceful spot for dining alfresco or just soaking in the stillness of the surrounding landscape. Crafted with straw bale construction, this eco-conscious home is ideally suited for Colorado’s arid climate, staying naturally warm in winter and cool in summer—no air conditioning needed. A dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer adds convenience to your stay. Just a short drive away, Vallecito and Lemon Lakes offer endless opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and more. Whether you're chasing mountain sunrises or off-road thrills, there's something here for every kind of adventurer. BED CONFIGURATION: \* Main Bedroom - King Bed (Main Floor) \* 2nd Bedroom - King Bed (Main Floor) NOTES: This is a mountain home on a well. Most guests prefer to bring bottled water for drinking due to the high mineral content. There is no cell service located at this property, but there is a landline and WiFi calling works. There is not a grill at this property as it tends to attract bears. Please note that there are two outdoor security cameras at the home - one at front door, one on back patio. AREA: This home is appx 30 minutes to downtown Durango, 30 minutes to Vallecito Marina, and 55 minutes to Purgatory ski resort. In winter (November through April), 4WD is required. It is NECESSARY that you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, vehicles with medium to high clearance and winter/snow tires.  Although the roads and driveway are well-maintained, they are very steep and curvy, and will be snow packed and slick. PETS: 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). Pets must be crated if they are left home alone. COOLING: Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s. 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. At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. When booking directly with Vacation Rental Collective, we offer a Moderate Cancellation Policy for this Property: A guest will receive a 100% refund if canceled/changed at least 30 days before check-in; a 50% refund if canceled/changed 14-30 days before check-in; and no refund if canceled/changed 13 days or less before check-in. If you booked on a third-party site (VRBO, Airbnb, etc), your cancellation is subject to their policy. We do offer travel insurance. 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. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - 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 - Smart TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### 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 ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Water skiing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,216 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27128700/27128633/35322eb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heiden’s Hideaway. 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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 1586-225248 ## 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%7C37.35844%2C-107.68730&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GMke-VUvZMfEuDdugdMnM6icBmQ=) Durango, CO #### What's nearby - Lemon Reservoir - 12 min drive - 4.6 miles - Vallecito Lake - 16 min drive - 9.5 miles - Fort Lewis College - 25 min drive - 15.9 miles - Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 28 min drive - 17.0 miles - Mercy Regional Medical Center - 31 min drive - 19.3 miles #### Getting around - Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 24 min drive - Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Great Divide Outfitters - ‬26 min drive - ‪San Juan Images - ‬26 min drive - ‪Lone Wolf Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive - ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬5 min drive - ‪Haggards Black Dog Tavern - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK located? > Located in Aspen Trails, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lemon Reservoir, Los Pinos River and Lake SImpatico Trailhead. Vallecito Lake is 8.7 mi (14 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pine Meadow Cabin | Straw Bale, Solar Powered Cabin in Woods - Pets OK Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy We love this place and have stayed here 3 times. The kitchen is really well equipped and the beds are super comfortable. Its very clean and comfortable and there's anice yard and patio too. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Naomi H. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cabin We loved our stay here, even though it was hot outside and there was as no AC the cabin stayed very cool and the cool nights were amazing. We loved the quiet while still close enough to enjoy Durango. ##### Naomi H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle A. 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### convinced us to move to Durango! we has such a lovely stay, we are now seriously thinking about moving to this town! ##### Michelle A. Stayed 14 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Waneta B. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just there to ride the train We were there to ride the train and have our meals. ##### Waneta B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Scot C. 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Good Experience We enjoyed our stay ##### Scot C. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Austyn B. 16 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Colorado trip Great place to stay near Durango and very convenient and close! ##### Austyn B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacee C. 29 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cabin! Cozy place tucked in the trees. Even with snowstorms the place stayed warm and cozy. ##### Lacee C. Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig H. 14 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property Nice place, got to see wildlife early morning and late evenings. Location was good. No complaints. ##### Craig H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew W. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin and lication Loved the cabin and all the extra kitchen appliances, back yard, furnishings -everything was great. ##### Andrew W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike G. 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall Escape The property was very comfortable and well equipped for a mountain cabin escape. ##### Mike G. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina W. 22 May 2024 #### Great stay at the Strawbale house Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect set up for one or two couples. Kitchen is nicely stocked with everything you might need for preparing meals. The beds are VERY comfortable and great to sink in to after a day adventuring. ##### Katrina W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gretchen G. 14 Jan 2024 #### Winter Vacation dream! 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: The place was super cozy and just what we needed for a small family getaway with our toddler. It was quiet but had nearly everything we needed. We would definitely recommend it! ##### Gretchen G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 2 Oct 2021 #### Pine Meadow Cabin 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 had a wonderful time in this rental. It is well equipped with everything we needed, lovely furnishings, comfy beds, and a perfect location. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert A., Austin, TX USA 7 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cabin The pictures dont do Pine Meadows Cabin justice. It is perfect for a family of four, cozy and has everything you need. We cooked most of our meals at the cabin and enjoyed the warmth and peacefullness. Short drive to Durango for shopping and other outdoor activities. Will be back again! ##### Robert A. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick V. 23 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property and location! The property is exactly as advertised. Clean, comfortable, and beautiful area. It was a great base camp for our Durango adventures. There was an unprecedented heat wave while we were there. The owners prepared, and supplied us with fans and a large swamp cooler which made a huge difference, and kept us comfortable. I recommend this property to anyone visiting the Durango area. ##### Rick V. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg K. 30 Jun 2023 #### Beautiful stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Cabin was nice and met all of our needs. The views are gorgeous and the family had one of our most relaxing vacations ever. Cabin is perfect distance form lakes and town and we would definitely stay there again. ##### Gregg K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria M. 8 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice, peaceful cabin This is a very nice, quiet cabin in the woods. It was immaculately clean and well stocked. We enjoyed our stay very much. The only suggestion I have for future guests is that you might want to bring bottled water to drink and cook from as the well water has a sulphur smell. This is easily dealt with and otherwise a great cabin close to Lemon and Vallecito lake, hiking and Durango. ##### Maria M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful surroundings, quiet and peaceful Very clean. Electric fireplace did not work. Property manager very attentive. Water in 2nd bathroom could be warmer. Beds are showing some wear. Kitchen well stocked. Wifi connectivity. Would likely stay there again and would also recommend. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John R., McKinney, Texas 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Cool Cabin We really enjoyed the cabin. It was extremely quiet and close to both Lake Lemon and Vallecito (which are awesome). The drive up to the cabin is pretty steep but ok for an SUV, truck or Subaru. Definitely bring water; as noted in other reviews the Sulphur smell is strong. The solitude of the cabin is worth the trade offs though. ##### John R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie S. 13 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Saved Christmas! We had two homes canceled prior to this trip. The last one two weeks before we were set to leave from Texas! This cabin saved our Christmas and was such a beautiful getaway! We stayed in a few days skied and snowmobiled in Wolf Creek and Purgatory. Ended our trip with a little shopping and dinner in town! They had everything you could possibly need for your trip! Highly recommend! ##### Angie S. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Jennifer S. 6 Aug 2022 #### We love staying in Durango Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second year in a row to stay at Straw Bale, and our fifth year in Durango. The cabin meets our needs, and is comfortable. However, we were disappointed that we only had use of the oven (that stopped working on our second night) one night of the seven nights of our stay. ##### Jennifer S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### R A W. 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Family of four on vacation. The cabin was comfortable and well maintained. Was in a rural neighborhood but not too close to anyone. The property was peaceful, lot's of birds and critters to watch. The nights were quiet and dark (which was nice coming from a Texas suburb)! It was a great place to come back to and relax after our many activities. About 20/25 minutes to Durango. Would stay again, for certain. It did get a little warm inside during the day, Maybe low to mid 80s; but that's because were were staying at probably the hottest part of the year. Owner had a swamp cooler and fans inside that helped. We opened the windows at night which was great because the temps got down to the low 60s/high 50s. The mornings were beautiful and cool. I might suggest bring drinking water as the tap water there is fairly soft and slightly sulfuric. This made all the difference when brewing coffee. A week or so before we asked to tack an extra day on the front of our stay because. We immediately got a response that it could be done. This place was just what my family was looking for! Thanks! ##### R A W. Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christophe J. 13 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place to unwind. Gret for pets. Great location about 30 minutes from downtown Durango. easy access to trails and lakes. Very well equipped and furnished. Lovely backyard where pets can play safely at will. We really enjoyed the place and will be back for "real" (see comment below about internet) vacations. A few details that could have made the stay from Good to Great. - The internet works however is extremely slow (Speedtest : Ping 600 MS Download 9.99Mbps Upload 0.50 Mbps). this makes it ok to browse the internet casually but definitely not OK for a workcation week. Do not count on being able to do Zoom call form there. We had to go work downtown in a rented office. - On the description pictures, there is a tarp outside that give shade on the terrasse. the Tarp was not there, this is unfortunate as it could have been pleasant to be outside in the shade. - Finally, all the sink drain need cleanup. there is a very bad odor coming for mthe drains when water flows. ##### Christophe J. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alexander L. 17 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in Disliked: Listing accuracy #### There are some caveats The strawbale house itself is eclectic in terms of decoration, but it grows on you. The furniture layout in the main room makes no sense, but I guess it somehow works. What I didn't like is that when I booked the property, there was no mention of having a 4WD vehicle with snow tires required, until I received the check-in information. Didn't matter - my X5 made it through the neighborhood just fine, even without snow tires. Had to shovel 24" of snow off the driveway, because the guy that was supposed to plow it didn't show up till 6PM, and we needed food. Good cardio workout, but it took 4 hours to clear. That said, that would not be the standard experience, as it was an act of mother nature. Cabin was clean, all standard cooking implements were there. Bed was comfortable. Also, the TV has subscriptions to all streaming services I can imagine. ##### Alexander L. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas B. 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain Home The house was as advertised. Clean and comfortable. I would rent it again. ##### Douglas B. 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