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The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK

Come stay in this family-friendly home surrounded by nature's beauty. Enjoy quality time together in the backyard or explore nearby Lake Vallecito Recreation Area.

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, books, offices
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK

The Retreat at Forest Lakes is the perfect space for your family getaway! Comfortable indoor and outdoor living areas, patio with seating, grill and hot tub. Fenced yard for pets and kid safety. Now with Starlink Internet!!

This is a great family retreat with lots of space, very well set up for kid and pets, too! Things that make this home special are the well-stocked kitchen, outdoor hot tub and grill, reading/office room with books, puzzles and toys for all ages, fenced yard with doggie door, high chair, pack-n-play, kids dishes. The living room and bedroom both have Smart TV's with Netflix and DisneyPlus streaming services set up for guest use. Located in the Forest Lakes section of Bayfield, just outside of Durango and near Lake Vallecito. Come stay, play and relax!

BED CONFIGURATION:
* Master Bedroom - King with smart TV and Ensuite Bath (Upstairs)
* 2nd Bedroom- King (Upstairs)
* 3rd Bedroom - Bunk bed with Full on bottom, Twin on top - (Upstairs)
* Living Room - Sleeper Sofa - main level

LOCATION: The Forest Lakes area is 8 miles North of Bayfield, and 8 miles South of Lake Vallecito Recreation Area. Forest Lakes also has a playground and neighborhood lake for fishing - Lake Simpatico - with a walking trail around the lake. This home is appx 20 miles from downtown Durango and 50 miles from Pagosa Springs. There is plenty of dining, unique shops, and outdoor recreation in the surrounding area - including hiking, boating, skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, biking, hunting and more.

PETS: This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay). Pets must be crated if they are left home alone.

COOLING: Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.

NOTES:
There is a ring camera at the front door entry only.
During winter storm events 4WD is required.

Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).

Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.

Cancellation Policy: A non-refundable payment of $300 is required at the time of booking. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time of the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durango’s one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,048 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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
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

1586-227059

About the area

Map
Bayfield, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 15 min drive
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 28 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 34 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 35 min drive
  • Purgatory Resort - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 34 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Merchant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Images - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Great Divide Outfitters - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Wharf - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK located?

This family-friendly Bayfield holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lake SImpatico Trailhead, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Park and Los Pinos River. North Oak Park and Vallecito Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Retreat at Forest Lakes | HotTub, Near Town/Lakes - Privacy, Pets OK Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

our stay
Great place! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex N.

Great experience overall
Awesome property! We had an issue with the hot tub that was promptly handled. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

July in Forest Lakes
Good setup for a family and the fenced yard area is a plus for young children and anyone with a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Wonderful house...perfect for vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean, great location, very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Peaceful neighborhood close to Durango!
The home was comfortable, clean, and had plenty of cooking gear. The hot tub was perfect on a cool evening! Close to Durango and also to Vallecito reservoir. The neighborhood has its own park and walking trail. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ellen s.

Bayfield
Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

GARY G.

Durango vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the house and found it to be just as advertised. The location was also great, far enough in the country for solitude and close enough to town for convenience. The kids especially loved the wildlife viewing and walking in the area.

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

No Complaints
Great place and location. The house offers more than what was included in the description so we over packed. Would for sure stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim P.

Okay
The hot tub was nasty, the house was hot, and only 1 person could shower, then wait for the hot water to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

New Year’s Getaway
We had a wonderful and cozy stay. It snowed while we were there, and the yard was great for playing in the snow. The house was most accommodating and homey. We loved the open floor plan and bedrooms upstairs. The dogs loved playing outside in their own space. We will definitely be visiting again. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

shawn i.

Great vacation cabin for family
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed it

10/10 Excellent

Jolene M., Rio Rancho, NM

Beautiful and Peaceful
We had a wonderful time. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. And our dogs loved romping around in the snow. I loved that the cabin had everything we needed even for the dogs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Annemarie B.

Convenient Location with all the right amenities
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property, and perfect location. Our dog loved the fenced yard and patio. The beds are comfortable, the house was clean, inviting, and had everything you needed to enjoy a relaxing vacation. Highly recommend. We will definitely be back! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from NA, NA

Great Vacation Home
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything in this home was perfect

10/10 Excellent

Parry D.

Pine Valley Property
Had a great 40th anniversary week celebration. Bayfield is excellent location for fishing, hiking, National and State Parks close by and Durango. House was clean and we had all we needed for our stay. Especially Loved access to garage for parking and enclosed pet area
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyna T.

Cozy place
Everything was great the only thing that i would of liked was a insta hot hot water heater we ran out of hot water like 15 mins into our showers and there wasnt enough hot water to even shave other then that everything else was great and relaxing which was what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN O.

colorado
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: nice home

10/10 Excellent

Tamela S.

2022 Ski Trip
Ski trip that turned into R&R trip due to not enough snow. Enjoyed the streaming to movie watch during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

diane s.

Fabulpus pet friendly cabin in the woods
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything you need! Pet amenities, a hot tub, well appointed kitchen and family areas. We had a great Christmas here!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Bloomfield , NM

An amazing getaway weekend!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hour vacation rental experience was nothing short of perfect. We had all the amenities around us. The home was immaculate and had everything we needed to prepare meals and really enjoy a quality family/friend experience.Hot water stayed HOT for all 3 bathrooms, hot tub was maintained well and ready for us to saok after playing in the snow! We highly recommend VRC for a wonderful weekend getaway!
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10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Family vaycay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time making special memories. It was so neat to see so much wildlife. The kids had a blast being able to walk out the front door to play in the snow.
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

June vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin was all that we expected. It had most everything we needed to enjoy our vacation. The best part might have been the weather, 60s and 70s as opposed to 100+, but the cabin was a great place to come back to after a day of fishing, hiking, golf and visiting Durango. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Amazing property
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was easy to find located in gorgeous Bayfield, CO. It was everything you would expect, with nice touches (the dog run was amazing). While located in a gorgeous neighborhood the way the home is set up the feeling of privacy is undeniable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Nice getaway in the trees!
Great property, well stocked and maintained and the customer service was fantastic. The only piece of feedback I would share is that the property could use some pest control - there were ants in on of the bathrooms, spider webs outside, and gnats in some of the bedrooms. Normal in the mountains, but maybe get someone in the spray.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

Perfect and Clean
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was immaculate and in a very quiet setting. There was a small issue and question we had when we arrived, and the management took care of it immediately. Couldn’t be happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022