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Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books, offices

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito

Heiden’s Hideaway, located outside Bayfield, CO in the majestic San Juan Mountains, is the perfect getaway for any season of the year. This 2-story cabin is on 2 acres of serene wilderness, surrounded by tall pine trees in the beautiful community of Forest Lakes, Colorado. Within this community we have Lake Simpatico,(2 miles from the cabin), a private 25 acre lake that is stocked with fish waiting to bite and does not require a fishing license. It is located 6 miles north of Bayfield where you can find amenities such as grocery stores and several restaurants for your added convenience. (Four wheel drive and/or chains necessary during winter months).

The cabin is also located only 20 miles south of Vallecito Lake, one of the largest lakes in Colorado where you can enjoy endless activities such as, hiking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, jet skiing in the summer, ice fishing, skiing, tubing and snow shoeing in the winter. You can also easily enjoy the superb shopping and dining in the historic city of Durango, only 30 miles away.

The cabin is available all year and throughout the hunting season and is located near over a half million acres of public land and big game habitat and is a top pick for hunting Elk, Mule Deer and Turkey. Guided hunting trips are available.

Whether you want to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy some truly quiet time to rejuvenate or if you are an outdoors enthusiast and have an adventurous spirit, our home away from home has access to it all.

The cabin is nicely furnished and has all modern conveniences. It features a beautiful covered front porch which is a favorite place to enjoy a morning coffee, take in the beautiful surroundings and watch the wildlife meandering by including deer, elk and if you are real lucky a bear. (Please keep your food indoors and trash in designated containers). Enjoy high ceilings, lots of natural light, two bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. On the first floor you will also find a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living room with comfy recliners and chairs, ceiling fan, and 47” HD TV. A dining area with a large 6 person dining table is the perfect place to enjoy dinner or play games with your friends and family. Downstairs you will also find a bedroom with full size bed and large sliding doors to a patio where you could enjoy the scenery. The full bathroom which includes a bathtub and a shower is also located on the first floor. Upstairs you will find a loft bedroom with a king size bed, a futon couch/bed, a twin folding bed, desk/workstation, and a flat screen HD TV. A propane bbq is included. Also, a washer and dryer are available for your convenience.

Heiden’s Hideaway is the perfect place for you, your family and friends to enjoy all that southwestern Colorado has to offer. The perfect area for capturing it all, including the spectacular fall foliage, hiking, fishing, hunting, river rafting, snowshoeing or just relaxing, you are sure to want to come back year after year.

We are a pet friendly property and welcome up to 2 well behaved dogs. There will be an additional pet fee of $60 for your stay.

Please Note. There is a RING camera device in the carport. This allows us to monitor the cabin remotely when vacant and check for snow levels when sending the plow during the winter months.

Located approximately 8,000 feet in elevation, the summers tend to be dry and mild with temperatures ranging in the 60’s to the 80’s and the winters are cold and snowy. Please be advised that 4WD is a necessity in the winter months. The community roads are dirt and the cabin is located 2 miles up within the community of Forest Lakes.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Keywords: 2 acres, Gorgeous view, Quiet and Serene, Fishing (no license required), 20 min to Vallecito Lake, Durango

Property manager

Shannon Ordonez

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is also known as

Heidens Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min Durango/vallecito
Heidens Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min Durango/vallecito
Heidens Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/vallecito

About the area

Map
Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 34 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 39 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 39 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Purgatory Resort - 72 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 39 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Juan Images - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Great Divide Outfitters - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Wharf - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Vallecito Cafe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito located?

Located in Forest Lakes, this cabin is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake SImpatico Trailhead and within 9 miles (15 km) of Los Pinos River and North Oak Park. Vallecito Lake and Lavenia McCoy Public Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 173 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
Our stay was very peaceful is exactly what we were looking for the rest I needed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

London N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cabin
Stayed here for a girls trip. Very lovely, we enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T., Russellville, AR

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, comfortable cabin
We loved staying in the beautifully decorated cabin. It was easy to find, if a bit further out of town than we expected. We enjoyed the quiet and the scenery and all the comforts of home. We had one problem with the washer, and the host was very responsive in getting it fixed. The elevation is about 8,000 feet, so keep that in mind if you are sensitive to altitude. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace, quiet, scenery, wildlife.
Well furnished and supplied in all respects.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and quiet
We enjoyed our stay and we were provided with everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Beautiful area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House in the pines
The setting of the house in back in the Ponderosa Pines. Saw deer and turkeys ever day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cece G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Refresh!
We enjoyed our stay at this little cabin on the Mountain! We were amazed at the quiet! We are busy planning our next trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wildlife Heaven!!
3rd time in this beautiful cabin. Just love this place. Super clean and well stocked. The surrounding beauty is never ending and wild life everywhere. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verna S., Mabank, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Bayfield Hiseaway
This property was very nice and we thoroughly enjoyed it. It had a beautiful setting. We loved the cabin. It was very nice with great furnishings and very well stocked with everything one would need. The cabin was a little difficult to find and to come and go daily. The oven was very dirty and needed cleaning which we left a note for the cleaning crew to take care of. We saw deer, wild turkeys.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korak 8.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin!
We had a great time here after all our trailing in the San Juans! Communication was great and the cabin was the perfect size for my family of 5!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M., Farmington, New Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
Such an awesome place, quiet, scenic and a breath of fresh air. Will be back definitely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geta M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully quiet
This was a great place for a quiet little get away. It rained most days which was divine to listen too. The cabin had everything we needed. We went into Bayfield the first night for dinner and then into Durango the other nights. We fixed our own breakfast and lunches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S., Camano Island

Liked: Cleanliness
Forest lakes
A repeated stay at Heidens hideaway. I would recommend this cabin in a heartbeat, the place.is very comfortable and quiet. I will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hilltop House
Very comfortable and relaxing. Near lakes and rivers for fishing. We liked sitting on the front porch and listening to the birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grad vacation
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mieko H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin in the woods
We loved being hidden in the trees. The cabin is cute and cozy but reevaluate we spent a good amount of time just in the trees. It’s at the top of the neighborhood If you walk further up the mountain you just get deeper into the trees. Hosts were responsive and gave good advice, we had a 4 cylinder car so we probably would have gotten stuck if a storm had hit so that might be something to keep in mind in the winter. And it’s about 30 min to get to downtown Durango but it’s a beautiful drive and worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cabin
Great place for a quiet vacation. Saw deer each morning. Felt secluded yet still close to activities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Christmas getaway
It was very quiet and peaceful. Had everything we needed for the kitchen. Plenty of blankets and lots of wild animals to observe. Would definately recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy E., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Mountain Cabin!
My wife and I rented the cabin to get away from Houston for our 5th Anniversary. This place is awesome! A peaceful mountain getaway with all the comforts of home. Little did we know that the first snow of the season would come early this year and dump almost 20inches of snow. While it was extremely beautiful, we were so glad we had an AWD SUV to safely navigate back down the mountain. We would come back again and love to do some summer hiking. Thanks for a great hideaway just outside of Durango!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colorado experience
Beautiful location. Had a great time. Quiet and comfortable. Will be back again some time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway to the mountains
The location was very peaceful while also very convenient to Bayfield, Durango, and many access points to the San Juan Mountains. We enjoyed the amenities, the western decor, and spacious loft for the main bedroom. The fireplace in the living room added to a comfortable and relaxing stay. We would love to visit the area again soon and would definitely choose Heiden's Hideaway again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful.
We spend a great time in this little cabin very quiet and peaceful place, perfect for us and our two puppies. We got everything we needed for a weekend get away in Durango. Thank you so much for letting us stay at your cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Charming
Wonderful cabin in the woods. Very quiet and beautiful location. Clean and comfortable. Kitchen was great. Everything we needed for a few days in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B., Flagstaff, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy
Super cute little cabin. Equipped with most essential items in a kitchen. Loved the separate tea kettle.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023