"Being nestled in a valley surrounded by red cliffs, orchards, pastures and the relaxing sounds of a babbling brook, brings feelings of serenity, peace and gratitude for the opportunity to rest and recharge in a beautiful environment both inside the cabin and out." - Recent Guest
Stay in one of the original dwellings built in the late 1800s in the gorgeous Animas Valley while enjoying all the conveniences of modern living. This quaint cabin is surrounded by mature trees, a year round babbling brook (including stairs to the small waterfall if you want to recharge with a cold plunge), has views of the Hermosa red cliffs, and borders the James Ranch Tree Farm.
You will experience the perfect vacation day soaking up the morning sun while sipping your tea or coffee on the porch, reading your book by the stream in the shade of an old apricot tree, or playing cards while enjoying the outdoor patio in the warm afternoon sun ~ all the while listening to the diverse varieties of birds that live in the surrounding trees.
Inside the cabin, you will sleep in one of the most comfortable beds you have ever experienced while traveling, look out the windows at the iconic Hermosa red cliffs, all the while listening to the calming sounds of the nearby stream. When standing at the kitchen sink, you will experience views of the Animas Valley.
We are very purposeful about providing organic fibers for all our linens and towels. You will feel extremely pampered with the luxurious organic cotton sheets and a feather comforter. We only use non-toxic cleaning agents/detergents/dishwashing soaps.
The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you will need to prepare home cooked meals, or simply boil some water to enjoy coffee or tea to enjoy while sitting on the porch in the morning sun.
- Fast! wireless internet
- a fully equipped, functional kitchen: gas stove/oven, new refrigerator, tea kettle, coffee grinder, pour over coffee maker, quality pots and pans
- compact dishwasher
- garbage disposal
- recycling bins
- operable sky light
- extremely comfortable queen bed with feather comforter/ 500 thread count organic cotton sheets
- custom tiled and plastered walk-in shower
- antiques & original photographs of ranch animals
- wide-plank wood flooring, a portion of which is the original boards from the 1880s
- organic cotton towels
- private patio with charcoal grill (with instructions and everything you will need to grill the perfect James Ranch steak)
- stacked washer/ dryer
- covered porch for bikes and/or skis
For details and availability, please check our calendar.
No children
No smoking - inside or outside on the patio, thank you
No pets
Visit the James Ranch Market where you can shop for organic beef, pork, cheese, vegetables, eggs and fruit - all grown on the James Ranch and many other surrounding farmers, as well as unique handmade local artisan products, AND eat a delicious James Ranch hamburger (voted best burger in Durango for the last eight years), grilled cheese, or fresh salads at the James Ranch Grill.
- Moments to the James Ranch Market and Grill where you can get the freshest, local, organic food produced right on the James Ranch and other local farmers
- 15 min to the historic, charming downtown Durango
- 15 min to the slopes of Durango Mountain Resort
- 15 and half mins to the awesome Durango Nordic Center
- 5 min to the wonderful, relaxing Durango Hot Springs & Spa
- 5 min to PJ's Gourmet Market/Bakery/Deli
- Moments from Honeyville, world famous honey store
- Surrounded by hiking trails, mountain bike trails, and ideal road bike routes
- 20 min to Fort Lewis College, featuring the Concert Hall and the Center for SW Studies
