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40 Acre Secluded Durango Mountain Retreat - Amazing Views - No cleaning fee

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 253 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office
    15 min drive
  • Animas River
    15 min drive
  • Animas River Trail
    15 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    15 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

40 Acre Secluded Durango Mountain Retreat - Amazing Views - No cleaning fee

@theleaningpine
Escape to this unique and tranquil getaway in the mountains 12 minutes from downtown Durango with stunning views. With A/C and heat.
The guesthouse sits on 40 acres and comes with separate bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and comfortable living room with fully stocked wood burning stove.
Backyard has gorgeous forested area and the front has amazing sweeping vistas.
Reliable fast Wi-Fi if you need to get any work done. Plenty of hiking from the front door if you don't want to work.

No cleaning fee!

The space:

Originally the guesthouse was built when the initial owners constructed the main house. Hence, the guesthouse is very well appointed and well insulated for both heat and cold.
Guesthouse has a super quiet air conditioner as well as heat. At 7500 ft elevation, the summers are nice and cool at night. Note that A/C is a new addition so some prior reviews may not reflect this.

The bedroom contains a comfortable queen-sized bed, small walk in closet, and amazing views! Private bathroom with skylight and walk-in shower. The kitchen is large and well stocked, with brand new appliances (June 2024), with a refrigerator/freezer, Britta water filter, full sized range, microwave, coffee maker+coffee, electric kettle+tea, all dishes, glasses, and wineglasses. The kitchen does have a breakfast bar with two bar stools. The living room contains a comfortable couch with plush blankets, well-stocked wood burning stove, 43” Samsung HD Smart TV, and a chair. The private entry is downstairs and contains a small bench, closet for coats, and shoe rack.

Recently enhanced/updated Wi-Fi (2024). We have reliable internet throughout the entire property. Internet speeds can reach 150 Mbps. Access to HD video conferencing or streaming your favorite Netflix episode. Cellular voice and data services from AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile is also excellent.

The guesthouse sits on 40 acres of land, mostly forested with pine, juniper, and pinion, but also sweeping views over the valley below. And yes, we have perfect sunset Adirondack chairs to enjoy your happy hour. We border the 13,000+ acres Perins Peak State Wildlife Area where you will find zero civilization.

Come enjoy our sustainable property in the gorgeous mountains. We are a fully solar-powered home and produce more than we use throughout the year (but grid connected)

We live in the main house located a few hundred feet from the guesthouse. We can help as needed, but happy to give you the space and privacy you need.

Unit is located above our secondary garage, and you will need to climb a flight of stairs. Please keep that in mind when booking, we cannot accommodate guests with mobility issues.
The garage is rarely used as we simply store our camper there. The guesthouse entrance is separate, and private, from the garage.

Due to allergies and the wildlife, we are unable to host any animals. This includes Service Animals. No dogs/pets allowed.

We have a zero tolerance for any smoking, vaping etc – indoors AND outdoors. No candles. No outdoor fires of any kind allowed.

We are truly in a perfect location at 7500 ft. surrounded by ponderosa pines and sweeping views. Yet, close to everything you want:

12 min to downtown Durango / train to Silverton (spring-summer-fall)
12 min to rafting and river tubing (summer)
15 min to Lake Nighthorse for boating, SUP, etc (spring-summer-fall)
10 min to zip lining
8 min to Twin Buttes Mountain Biking and hiking (spring-summer-fall)
40 min to Phil's World Mountain Biking and hiking (mostly year round)
35 min to Mesa Verde National Park
75 min to Silverton via Million Dollar Highway
45 min to Purgatory Ski Resort
1 hr 45 min to Wolf Creek Ski Resort
15 min to Hesperus ski hill
15 min to dog sledding (winter only)

The road to our property is an unpaved dirt road of approximately 1.5 miles which is common/shared. Note that in the winter season (November through April) we do require guests to have a 4x4 or AWD SUV/truck with some ground clearance. Please communicate your vehicle type when booking.
May-October any type of car can make it to the property.

Our no cleaning fee includes professional cleaning between each stay, and no "task list" for guests during check-out.

Note: We have exterior security/wildlife cameras on our property, none which are in the direction of the interior guesthouse.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Historic Tram Park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • 10 minutes by car from Twin Buttes and 12 minutes from Historic Tram Park
This cabin offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Durango cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Jessica and Lasse

Languages

Danish, English, German, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 572 sq ft (53 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

40 Acre Secluded Durango Mountain Retreat - Amazing Views - No cleaning fee Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 star stay!
Super cute, clean cabin on 40 beautiful acres. We enjoyed every bit of our stay here, it was so peaceful and relaxing! The hosts were very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable about the area and gave us plenty of suggestions for restaurants and hiking. We had so much fun exploring the area and will definitely be back to enjoy this treasure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Durango stay
Lovely setting on top of a ridge. Quiet and peaceful. Jessica and Lasse were excellent hosts. Quickly responsive to any communication.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
April stay
We had such a good time in the area and it was a clean and comfortable place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cale H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Jessica and Lasse were great hosts. The property was extremely clean, well put together, and had a great view. They did a great job communicating and even kept us up to date about the expected weather. The property is exactly as it is described, a extremely nice secluded cabin with great views. I believe it is also worth mentioning that even though the driveway was relatively long they did a fantastic job of keeping it plowed and accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views for miles
What a lovely getaway, which makes you feel far away from the stresses of the world. Very clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly, and the views are gorgeous!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb W., Brainerd, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay GREAT people
We really enjoyed our stay at this place. We will stay again next time we go to Durango, CO. Clean, good communication with the owners. Cannot say anything bad about our stay. We were bummed that we had to leave early. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and secluded
Beautiful location, quite remote and yet only 15 minutes from historic downtown Durango. Well furnished and equipped, with a lot of personal touches. Jessica and Lasse were very good to work with - even helped me through a booking mistake that I made. Would love to stay here again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
The view….is gorgeous! The guesthouse is very comfortable and offered the best location for relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total seclusion
This was everything I had hoped for the place was perfect for my wife and I. The hosts were excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing remote stay
Such a relaxing stay and great recommendations for restaurants and things to do! Communication was fantastic and so welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Welcome Respite
The property is newer, larger and more attractive than appears in the photos. Bright, clean, comfortable and well appointed. Lasse our host was very helpful. The property is surrounded by beautiful forest with great views. The road to the property is steep, but doable. Our only suggestions would be to provide a couple of folding suitcase holders in the bedroom and a curtain in the living room to cut down on late afternoon sun and provide privacy at night. Overall a very pleasant experience! Thank you Lasse and Jessica.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure
Jessica and Lasse were so helpful in giving us recommendations for our adventures to see the area in our Jeep. The cabin was perfect. We truly enjoyed our time while there and look forward to going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H., Grand Junction

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect 3 Nights
Very comfortable space for the 2 of us. Felt remote & peaceful, yet only 15 min from Durango. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V., Colliers, WV

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING!
We knew when we turned onto the dirt road, we were going to be happy. The dirt road led to a dead end, The Leaning Pine. The owners had really good communication and met us to go over a few details. We had the entire house to ourselves. It was SUPER clean, a very big requirement for us. We were encouraged to walk the grounds, and even invited to walk with the owners if we wanted. We didn't turn the tv on the entire week. We'd get up at 4 a.m. and see the stars. We saw the Milky Way! Sitting in the chairs every evening became a tradition. The bed was very comfortable with a night stand on each side. Ceiling fan and drying rack were used. It's so quiet you can hear every bird song. Plenty of hot water. I didn't cook, but it seemed every spice or utensil needed was provided. Complimentary bottle of wine and a few brews chilling. PLUS there was a tea kettle! This was one of our favorite stays in Colorado and we're already making plans to return. Less than 15 minutes from town, but it felt like hours from anywhere. The house was so relaxing, we even took naps a couple afternoons. The Leaning Tree is a gem and Jessica and Lasse are outstanding hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andi O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & Relaxing
My husband and I stayed at Jessica & Lasse’s place for a little over a week. We came to play in Durango for two weekends and work remotely for the week days in between. The unit is a spacious, clean, private, and well-built “apartment” over a secondary storage garage. With a full kitchen, we were able to cook all of our meals. The giant windows on both ends of the unit allowed for a lovely cross-breeze, and the sky lights made the unit bright and welcoming. Having a wood burning fireplace was so nice - we like to sleep with the windows open and then made a small fire in the morning to take the chill off the place while enjoying our breakfast with hot tea. The bed was comfortable, the shower is pleasant, and the high ceilings made the unit feel even bigger and open. Our hosts were lovely! They welcomed us when we arrived, were attentive when we had questions, and shared fresh-baked apple fritters! Yum! We absolutely intend to stay here again on our next trip to Durango, and highly recommend it for you as well!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway!
Loved our stay here! It was the perfect mix of just far enough from town for some tranquility while close enough to enjoy what Durango has to offer. Jessica and Lasse were great and ensured we had everything we needed for our stay, even leaving some local items already stocked in the house for us to sample! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Balloon rally stay
This our second time staying. The view and the place is great. We saw deer eat outside our window and the stars at night. Lasse and Jessica are excellent host they think of details for a comfortable stay. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right!
We had a very nice stay at The Leaning Pine! The property is lovely, very clean and tastefully appointed. It had everything we needed and a few nice "extras". The mountain view from the bedroom is fantastic and the same beautiful mountain view is only a few steps from the front door and enjoyed in 2 comfortable adirondack chairs. The setting is peaceful and quiet. The bed was comfortable. The hosts Lasse and Jessica kind and helpful. It is clear they want their guests to have the best possible time. There is plenty of filtered water available from the property's well. That's the one thing I wish I had known before I bought a big jug of spring water. When the weather turned cold, it was wonderful that the hosts had already laid a fire in the wood burning stove. It provided wonderful ambiance, warmth as well as dried out my leather purse! :) We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin and location!
The cabin was nestled in a secluded property where you can enjoy breathtaking views, peaceful and serene nature, but still close to durango and several area attractions. The owners were accommodating and provided a welcoming experience. This truly was a hidden treasure! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunsets
As recent empty nesters, my husband and I were looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway and this did not disappoint. We really appreciated the close proximity to town when we wanted to go shopping or eat dinner out and were far enough away from the hustle and bustle of town when we wanted to relax. We enjoyed sitting in the chairs outside every evening enjoying the beautiful sunsets and the quiet. The place was very clean and Lasse was very responsive to anything we needed. It was a wonderful way to spend a weekend away enjoying nature and Durango.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Durango Gem
Gorgeous, feels remote and secluded but close to town. Well Equipped, clean and comfortable... Lasse and Jessica were so helpful. Gorgeous views from bedroom picture window and enjoyed our coffee in Adirondack chairs with a view... We will be back when we return to Durango. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views, great hosts!
The guest house was spacious for 2, very clean, and stocked with essentials. Two nice outdoor seating areas with good views. We enjoyed getting to meet the owners in person when we arrived, this made for a more personable experience! Would stay again & 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeliene S., Marshfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Week vacation
My husband and I had a wonderful vacation, the guest house was amazing, clean and very close to downtown Durango. The host were amazing with helping us get information for all local events that were going on during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Jessica and Lasse were so friendly and informative. They gave us some great recommendations for things to do in the area. We were completely in awe of the views all around. From sitting outside and drinking morning coffee, to the view upon waking from the bedroom, it’s hard not to stay in awe of our amazing God and His creation. It was perfect for the two of us to get away, slow down, relax, and recharge. Thanks Jessica and Lasse!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts. Great place. It was quiet, peaceful, and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022