Title: An outdoor lover's dream Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=44318078&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # An outdoor lover's dream ## Photo gallery for An outdoor lover's dream ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - An outdoor lover's dream (Hesperus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318100/44318078/643b572d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - An outdoor lover's dream (Hesperus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318100/44318078/2313fcc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - An outdoor lover's dream (Hesperus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318100/44318078/935239cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - An outdoor lover's dream (Hesperus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318100/44318078/c0cac039.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - An outdoor lover's dream (Hesperus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318100/44318078/29fbd706.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies La Plata Canyon Cabin, nestled in the heart of national forest, offers an off-grid retreat for unforgettable moments. Wake up to 11K foot peaks and river views, then hike from the front door or explore Kennebec Pass and Colorado Trail nearby. Enjoy quality time with family/friends in this cozy cabin equipped with a Jenn Air stove kitchen, Weber bbq on deck, and comfortable bedrooms. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61440 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### An outdoor lover's dream Designed and built by a local, award-winning builder, La Plata Canyon Cabin has been a second home and unforgettable retreat for guests for over five years. From engagements to honeymoons, from family reunions to family memorials, the off-grid cabin has provided a unique backdrop to some of life’s most magical and significant moments. As guests, you and your family/ friends will find yourselves completely surrounded by national forest—even though Durango is a short 25 minute drive away. You'll also find the highly rated Kennebec Café just 5 minutes down the road and the UNESCO-recognized Mesa Verde National Park 40 minutes away. You’ll wake up in the morning to views of 11K foot peaks and hear the river running less than a hundred feet from the cabin. If hiking is on your to-do list, there’s a network of old mining roads and trails that you can access directly out the front door. You can also drive a few miles up the county road to the stunning Kennebec Pass and Colorado Trail, where thru hikers put in their last miles and outfitters from all over the Southwest bring their guests for some epic mountain biking. Make sure you have 4WD for the last section of road! The 1,440 square foot cabin is powered and heated entirely by solar, propane, or wood, giving you the chance to see a modern and sophisticated off-grid system at work. It has two bedrooms (a master bedroom and loft with queen bunk and a full bed in a side nook), a full bath with soaking tub and shower with pebble floor, and a half bath. Guests often describe the kitchen as the highlight of the house, with a Jenn Air stove, quality cookware and dinnerware, and a full spice rack that someone with a true love of cooking will appreciate. Chances are you'll feel right at home with the most ambitious recipe (and without having to lug bags and boxes full of utensils and supplies from home). And if you have a hard time breaking away from the spectacular views, you can fire up the Weber bbq and cook dinner outside on the deck. The entire team that looks after this cabin takes your experience very seriously, and our guest book is full of reviews, drawings, pressed wildflowers, and other thoughtful gestures that are testament to the uniqueness of this place. Our wonderful guests make it easy to keep opening the door to others who want to enjoy this special place. Read more about the cabin on Insta @laplatacanyoncabin. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,440 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39677700/39677617/4e148796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Loft is your 1300 sq ft hideaway on 10 acres, great views of the La Platas! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property La Plata Canyon Cabin - Outdoor Lover's Dream Durango ## About the area Located in Hesperus, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Ski Hesperus and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Historic Tram Park. Durango Arts Center and The Powerhouse are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. [Visit our Hesperus travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hesperus.dx183041) [View more Holiday homes in Hesperus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hesperus-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183041-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.39218,-108.074425&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:e%60gcFbhsrS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FS%40S%40S%40Q%40S%40S%40SBS%40QBSBQBSBQBSBQDQDSBSDQDQDQFODSDQFOFQDQHOFOFQFOHOFOHOHOFOHMJOHMHOHKJMHMJMJMJMJKJKJKJKLKJKLKJILIJKLGLKLGLILGLGLGLINELGLELENENELGNCLENCLCNCNCNALCNANCN%3FNALAN%3FN%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNBNFLDLDNDLDLFLDNHLFLFLFLHLFLJJFLJLHJHLJJJJJLJJJJJJJJLJLHLJLHLJJHNHLHNHLHNHNFNHNHNFNFPFNFNFPFPDNFPDRFNDPDPDPBRDRDPBPBRBPBRBPBR%40R%40PBR%40R%40R%40P%40R%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRARARAPARARCRAPARCRCPCRCPCRCPEPERCPEREPEPGNEPGRENGPGNGPGNGPGNININGNININILINILILKLILKLILKLKLKJKJKJMJKJKJMJKHMHMJKFMJMFMHMFMFMFOHMDMDMFODMDMDODODMDOBOBMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAOCMAOCOAOCMCOCMEOEMEOEOEMEMGMEOEMIMGMGMGMIMGMKMGKKMIKIMKKKMKKKKKKKKKKMKMKMIMKMIMIMIMKOIMGOIOIOGOIOGOGQGOIQEOGQGOESEQGOEQEQESCQESEQCQCSCQCSCQCSAQCSASASASAQASAS%3FS%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fQl13Skz46sZ0geINTjxval7wgo=) Hesperus, CO ### What's nearby - ![Historic steam engine train in Colorado, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129846/6c84daf9-3707-44c1-b82b-2e834220b82a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 27 min drive \- 22.3 miles - Ski Hesperus 14 min drive \- 9.2 miles - San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office 26 min drive \- 21.6 miles - Durango Area Tourism Office 27 min drive \- 22.7 miles - Fort Lewis College 28 min drive \- 23.2 miles ### Getting around - Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station 33 min drive - Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) 41 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is An outdoor lover's dream pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at An outdoor lover's dream? ### What time is check-in at An outdoor lover's dream? ### What time is check-out at An outdoor lover's dream? ### Where is An outdoor lover's dream located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## An outdoor lover's dream Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky B. 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Reunion This home is fantastic! The kitchen is well stocked, the beds are very comfortable and the scenery is stunning! It’s located near the river too! The porch has lots of seating. ##### Becky B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abbie D. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best vacation ever! Another year of much needed R&R! Something magical about the canyon, we enjoyed the porch for hours! We rode our dirt bikes up the pass and it was pure excitement! Shelley is on point and even had an elevated dog dish for our Maximus! Thank you Shelley for having everything stocked and such a beautiful, perfect cabin. Counting the days until we return! ##### Abbie D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda A. 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly Secluded Getaway This home away from home was just that. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, this charming secluded cabin is the perfect getaway spot in Southern CO. We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay. Not only is the cabin situated in a beautiful area, the cabin itself more than met our expectations. Extremely clean and well-kept, well stocked with everything you could need, and just simply adorable. It was hard to get out and do things because we enjoyed the cabin so much. Communication with the owner was very smooth and easy. We cannot wait to visit again! ##### Belinda A. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cynthia k. 10 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely! Beautiful cabin home, wonderful furnishings, cookware, dishes, bed, linens, decor. Everything first rate. Owner very responsive. ##### cynthia k. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abbie D. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just like commercial This stay reminded me of the VRBO commercial. Me exploring the creek with my sleeping bag poncho, my 130 pound Cane Corso splashing his way upstream. My husband laughing as he pans for gold! Perfect vacation and will return!! ##### Abbie D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan M., Fairhope, AL 8 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best vacation ever This cabin is truly a luxury off the grid cabin. It really operates seamlessly. The peace and quiet was wonderful. We cooked at the cabin and ate outside on the deck. The weather at that altitude was cool and pleasant. The bed was very comfortable with a wonderful comforter to snuggle under during the chilly mountain nights. It was only a 25 minute drive to Durango. The owner was wonderful and answered all our questions. We can’t wait to return. ##### Joan M. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate F. 10 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful mountain getaway This is a wonderful mountain getaway. The property owner is very quick with responses, knowledgeable, and a pleasure with which to communicate. The property is sooo nice - beds are comfy, furniture and furnishings are lovely and high end, the view is gorgeous, the kitchen is well stocked, and the river is close by and can be heard from the house and the deck. The owner has thoughtfully included many amenities such as plenty of blankets and towels, board games, emergency lights, a backup generator, lots of cut wood, a wood stove with glass front, marshmallow roasting sticks, and more. It was an added bonus to be able to bring our dog along too. There was plenty of room to spread out indoors and outside. We are locals and thoroughly enjoyed staying at this cabin and had fun hiking in the Canyon. There is a waterfall not far from the property. We hope to come and stay again soon. ##### Kate F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M. 1 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The “Best” vacation! Wonderful cabin in the woods, private and serene! The Hostess was very helpful and we had a ball! We recommend this property for a week or longer! Bring slippers!! ##### Robert M. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayla R. 31 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay with everything we needed Such a great stay at Shelley's place. She's a wonderful host and the cabin is fantastic. Best stocked kitchen I've ever had in a rental and our kids loved the toys and kids books. Beautiful surrounding area too! Views were top notch ##### Kayla R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth D., Gilbert, AZ 21 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful We had a lovely stay, the weather was perfect. Enjoyed hikes, walks, sitting on the deck relaxing with just the beautiful scenery. The house runs on solar, evenings and mornings cool, the cabin did have propane heater. You want a relaxing getaway, we would highly recommend. ##### Beth D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ---