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Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO

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A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a small armchair, and a coffee table. Large windows offer a view of a snowy mountain landscape. - Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO (Durango)
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel sinks, wooden cabinets, and a large window with a view of a snowy landscape. - Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO (Durango)
A deck with wicker furniture and a barbecue grill, overlooking a forested hillside. - Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO (Durango)
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large sofa set. - Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO (Durango)
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large black refrigerator, and a central island. - Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO (Durango)
Welcome to Lightner Creek Canyon, nestled in the mountains just minutes from downtown Historic Durango. Cozy up by the stone fireplace and gaze out at nature through large living room windows or step outside into this secluded estate with plenty of room to hike, bike, and explore.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 1251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO

  • Welcome to Lightner Creek Canyon just minutes from downtown Historic Durango and <45 min to Purgatory Ski resort.

    The secluded and very private estate has plenty of room to hike, bike, or just enjoy the outdoors or better yet cozy by the spectacular stone fireplace while peering out the large living room window to see nature and the beautiful Silver Mountain.

    While you are close to the city, you will feel like you are nestled in the mountains. Enjoy the creek as you walk through the willows.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

HOUSE RULES: 1. No Smoking or Vaping Inside Home or Near Doorways 2. No Unregistered Overnight Guests 3. No Unregistered Pets 4.
Report Any Damages or Issues Immediately 5. Please Remove Outside Footwear When Entering Home (snowboots, cleats, skiboots, etc)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Property Registration Number n/a

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Twin Buttes and Historic Tram Park, while Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider The Powerhouse and James Ranch. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Durango travel guide
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Durango, CO

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station
    13 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Happy Pappy’s
    15 min drive
  • Frida's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
    15 min drive
  • Starbucks
    15 min drive
  • Denny's
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Twin Buttes, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Historic Tram Park. Durango Arts Center and The Powerhouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Lightner Creek Estate: Secluded 33ac 12 min to DGO 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

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Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was welcoming and accessible. Amenities were in good working condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kelly s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house, the Kitchen is Amazing , the view, jacuzzi. All great !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was absolutely perfect. A gorgeous view of the mountain, a running creek, a pond, a beautiful trail up the mountain, and a hot tub. There was not a lot of reason to leave during our stay. We were greeted with a snack basket, bread and wine and this was appreciated after a long drive. The bedrooms were fabulous, kitchen well stocked, and the living room had perfect view of mountain and stars at night. I’d stay here again for sure.
House in March 2026
View from deck
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our trip to Durango. We really enjoyed our stay. This home truly has it all and is so cozy. The photos online don’t do it justice. It feels secluded but is also conveniently located to the town itself and close to many good restaurants. We loved our time staying here and plan to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

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

Beautiful property with beautiful views

Friends, family and dogs enjoyed this beautiful home. It was a dream place for all. The fenced in deck and yard was so convenient for the dogs as well as the creek and pond. The decks, living room, kitchen and the rest of the house was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Great spot outside Durango

The house is lovely and comfortable. The kitchen is great for cooking at home and sitting on the deck was fantastic. It’s close enough to Durango to be convenient but far enough to feel like you’re alone. We had a great time and would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Sales Family Getaway

This property is way better than the excellent pictures that are available on VRBO. Beds are amazingly comfortable, hot tub, stocked kitchen, sun rooms, windows, etc! We had a wonderful experience and really regretted having to leave. Thank you for leaving a garage remote, and allowing us use of the garage! Really great touch, and amazing hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

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

Wonderful home

I’m a frequent traveler and this is easily one of the best homes I’ve stayed in!! House is beautiful and cozy.. Christmas decor was added bonus!! Well stocked with everything we needed. Quiet location with great views of the mountains, perfect spot to relax in the hot tub. We would definitely rebook.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marlowe N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Slice of heaven

The house is very comfortable and convenient. We especially appreciated the rocking chairs, even outside! The instructions for the tv were very helpful and everything was well labeled. The views are amazing and it’s a great neighborhood to walk in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Amazing & quiet property

This property is so beautiful, inside and out. We greatly enjoyed the cozy cabin as well as the property and views outside. It was very easy to hop over to Durango. We enjoyed many restaurants and shops there. Overall we were extremely happy with this trip. Communication from the property owner was good. In short, we had a great time and we will be returning.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Wonderful mountain setting

Wow!!! Incredible views and a lovely home, fantastic kitchen stocked with all the little spices and goodies you need for cooking. Comfortable beds and a sun room that was such a special place to relax. It was closer to town than we expected and enjoyed some great restaurants and shopping. Highly recommended for a wonderful getaway. Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

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

Durango

This home is fabulous! The wrap around porch gave fabulous views and we were greeted a couple of mornings with a lovely deer family. Our fur babies loved the area. All a perfect fit and super well stocked !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

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

Perfect Stay

This was a totally amazing place. Jim and Courtney were the best hosts, understanding an unexpected death in our immediate family. We were able to find some solace in the views and peacefulness of the property. The place was well stocked with the necessities we needed. Close enough to town where we could enjoy the great restaurants that Durango has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Stunning views

The property has everything you want or need. Well-appointed kitchen and pantry. Large kitchen with 5 burner gas stove. Outdoor eating areas along with fire pit and hot tub. Wood burning fireplace to keep you toasty while gazing at the amazing scenery. Woke up on a chilly autumn morning to radiant heated flooring!! I hope to stay again. Communication was prompt and easy checkin.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherise F.

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

Stunning property with all the perfect amenities

We absolutely loved our stay and could not have been happier with the location, the amenities, and the solace this place offers. Every day we hiked and explored all over beautiful Durango, Silverton, and Ouray with our pups, and each day we were equally excited to return to the property to cook dinner, relax and just enjoy the surroundings of this property. We joked that we didn't even need to leave and explore to enjoy our vacation (which is rare for us!). We were so happy to have our fur babies with us as we travel and hike everywhere with them, and the property is set up for enjoying time with them (especially with the fenced in patio so we could soak in the hot tub without worrying about any lost/runaway doggos)!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Incredible Mountain Home and Great Hosts

The home looks amazing in the pictures -- but is somehow even better in person. It's incredibly private, but only about 10-15 minutes from the city. There are multiple private hiking areas in the back that we enjoyed daily with our dogs. There's was a great area next to the house to sled with the kid. The backyard and patio are fenced in, so it was easy to let the dogs out at night. The home had everything we needed and more -- it really feels like you're staying in your own home when you're here.The hosts - Jim and Courtney - are great at communicating everything up top and the property manager - Taylor - is super helpful with anything during the stay. We couldn't recommend this place more. We'd love to come back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mountain paradise

The most important thing I can say about this property is they did not oversell it on the description. They may have undersold it. We had so many wonderful times on the patio, drinking g coffee, watching wildlife, seeing storms come in. Communication was awesome and we love their caretakers, Taylor and Cody. My wife and I worked from the little office space in the living room and never had a problem with internet. It is so well appointed and stocked. The technology actually worked.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely spectacular experience, could not have been more pleased with the accommodations and overall setting. The house is amazingly decorated and had everything we needed or could want. We loved being able to sit out on the various patio areas and just relax enjoying the peace and quiet and scenery. The location is very convenient to downtown Durango but far enough away to be more private and peaceful. Mesa Verde National Park is also only a short drive away. We were very impressed with Taylor and how quickly she responded to some very, very minor issues (burned out light bulbs, dead batteries in a remote control, etc.). We would have been fine if nothing had been done but Taylor jumped into action and resolved the issues post haste. We hope to return for another visit in the future and highly recommend this property to anyone anticipating a visit to the Durango area. Fantastic overall experience. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara Y.

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

AMAZING!!! One of the best!

We've been using VRBO for nearly 20 years and this was easily one of the nicest places (including the property) that we've ever stayed at. The custom build house was GORGEOUS!!! The views from the large family room windows and deck area...also GORGEOUS. The owners really ensured that they had virtually anything you needed and in good supply. We were welcomed with a lovely snack basket (and WINE)...who does that! AMAZING. Our favorite part - a well stocked kitchen. My number one observation in a lot of properties is that there is not enough supplies (utensils, cooking dishes, knives...not sharpened knives, etc). This kitchen had everything we needed to bake, smoke meats, basically anything to make a meal. We like to cook, so we really appreciated that this property had it in place and with good quality. We had a great/relaxing vacation and so grateful to property owners like Jim and Courtney to make that happen!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christi W.

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

A White Christmas

Though Durango had seen above normal temperatures and everyone in town said there should be snow on the ground for Christmas, there was no snow as of Christmas eve, HOWEVER, with the prayers of our children, IT SNOWED for a white Christmas! This was the most beautiful property and the snow made it magical. The hiking on the back hill was beautiful and entertained all ages. There is a hill in the side yard perfect for the kids to sled. The hot tub was a peaceful retreat in the snow. The drive into town is simple and close enough to not feel like time was wasted when we had to make a grocery run. The home was incredibly welcoming and the hosts had obviously paid close attention to detail to ensure we felt at home. Purgatory was an easy drive for skiing, snowboarding, and night time tubing. Hesperus Ski Area has announced that it will not open for 2024 season, fyi. The Durango Silverton Train is a must and I highly recommend First Class, it is worth the money difference.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

The best!

This gem just outside of Durango is the perfect place for a family retreat and adventure in the mountains. So nice, we’ve stayed twice!
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Family vacation

Our family had a wonderful time and loved the home!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yelena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families, clean, everything in working condition. Very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star rental in Durango! Such a beautiful home! Jim and Courtney are great hosts and very quick to respond to all questions. The house feels very remote but only 10 min from Durango. Perfect location. House is very comfortable and spacious! Hot tub on the deck was perfect after long days outside in the snow. Taylor - property manager- was available as needed and plowed the driveway and decks as needed. It is so nice to have a rental where you can bring your pups but also a fenced area as needed. This property is amazing - piece of heaven! We will definitely be back again soon!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Wonderful Durango property!

We have stayed at many Durango properties over the years and this is our favorite. 2nd time at this house and it is great- especially if you are traveling with pets. Very well stocked kitchen, pantry and bathrooms. House and grounds are beautiful and a very short drive into town. The creek was pretty low this trip but still beautiful to walk to the bridge . Flowers and outdoor areas are wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025