House in La Plata County, CO
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
Perched hundreds of feet above Lake Vallecito, this professionally managed, 2-story floor plan with two living areas opens up to the stunning views of the lake and mountain peaks. Looking through high windows, three sliding glass doors or sitting outside on one of the two decks provide aerial landscapes that will take your breath away!
CO Sales Tax #30377430
Wildlife abounds at your doorstep, with the chipmunks and deer at play. Hummingbirds buzz by the deck, while eagles and osprey soar above the lake. Vallecito Reservoir, sheltered in a mountain valley at 6,700 feet elevation, is one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in Colorado. The San Juan National Forest and Weminuche Wilderness, over 2.5 million acres of public land, surround Vallecito Lake and touch the north boundary of this spectacular mountain retreat. Families can hike or horseback directly to the wilderness area and the Continental Divide.
Three rock fireplaces provide warmth to the master bedroom and two living areas. Vaulted ceilings showcase the T&G wood ceiling and floor to ceiling windows. The house was recently furnished, freshly decorated and has all new bedding. The spacious kitchen and open floorplan is perfect for entertaining. The small kitchenette downstairs provides additional comforts for large families or two family stays. The two car garage and walk off 2nd story porch provides added comfort.
Summer or winter, this location is for those who want to experience the adrenaline of mountain lake experiences and skiing or just want to relax and enjoy the beauty of the wilderness and the star-filled skies at night.
Fall brings beautiful changing colors of the aspen and fishing opportunities in the two rivers that continually feed the lake. The house is situated above Vallecito Marina and timing the lake’s salmon run is a lasting event in itself. With over 50 miles of streams and numerous ‘hike in’ mountain lakes, the opportunities to catch rainbows, brookies, browns, and cutthroats are like the views, endless. Larger Pike, Rainbow and Brown Trout troll the lake. The adjacent wilderness area is Colorado's largest, and adventurers can hunt and hike on 500 miles of trails.
Winter snowmobiling and cross country skiing can be enhanced by short drives to Durango Mountain Resort/Purgatory and Wolf Creek. All-wheel or 4-wheel drive necessary to access the property during winter months.
CO Sales Tax #30377430
Wildlife abounds at your doorstep, with the chipmunks and deer at play. Hummingbirds buzz by the deck, while eagles and osprey soar above the lake. Vallecito Reservoir, sheltered in a mountain valley at 6,700 feet elevation, is one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in Colorado. The San Juan National Forest and Weminuche Wilderness, over 2.5 million acres of public land, surround Vallecito Lake and touch the north boundary of this spectacular mountain retreat. Families can hike or horseback directly to the wilderness area and the Continental Divide.
Three rock fireplaces provide warmth to the master bedroom and two living areas. Vaulted ceilings showcase the T&G wood ceiling and floor to ceiling windows. The house was recently furnished, freshly decorated and has all new bedding. The spacious kitchen and open floorplan is perfect for entertaining. The small kitchenette downstairs provides additional comforts for large families or two family stays. The two car garage and walk off 2nd story porch provides added comfort.
Summer or winter, this location is for those who want to experience the adrenaline of mountain lake experiences and skiing or just want to relax and enjoy the beauty of the wilderness and the star-filled skies at night.
Fall brings beautiful changing colors of the aspen and fishing opportunities in the two rivers that continually feed the lake. The house is situated above Vallecito Marina and timing the lake’s salmon run is a lasting event in itself. With over 50 miles of streams and numerous ‘hike in’ mountain lakes, the opportunities to catch rainbows, brookies, browns, and cutthroats are like the views, endless. Larger Pike, Rainbow and Brown Trout troll the lake. The adjacent wilderness area is Colorado's largest, and adventurers can hunt and hike on 500 miles of trails.
Winter snowmobiling and cross country skiing can be enhanced by short drives to Durango Mountain Resort/Purgatory and Wolf Creek. All-wheel or 4-wheel drive necessary to access the property during winter months.
Amenities at Vallecito Lake - Heaven's View
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of La Plata County, CO
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
This is a comfortable 2 story house in great condition. It sits up on the hill so the view of the lake is beautiful especially from the wrap around deck in the back as well as from the large picture windows. It is about a mile up the steep dirt road w/switchbacks so the walk to the road around the lake is about 20 min down and a long haul back up. The public access to the actual lakefront is another .5 mi down the road to the marina and beyond. The kitchen is huge and has everything you could want including spices, many staples, and food. Not much yard space for kids to play since much of the area around the house is steep. but there are some woods that can be explored and a flat area around the firepit. The propane in the deck fire table was empty and the propane grill in the garage only partially worked. The split A/C upstairs was only in the main living room so the primary bedroom upstairs was hot during the warmer days. The lower level was a bit cooler but fans and open windows in the evening were helpful. The wood floors on the main level were beautiful but creaky down below. The couches and beds were comfortable. Overall this was a lovely house if you don't mind a long walk or driving to the lake.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Great property with great views! Overall an excellent place to stay! Our favorite cabin so far in the Vallecito area. We hope to return!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
We had a wonderful stay here with our family! This place felt like a home away from home, a place that is clearly loved with everything we could need and more. Check in was easy, the views are absolutely breathtaking and we saw wildlife everyday from the porch.
5 / 10·Mar 2021
We spent 4 full days here and loved every minute. We only left the cabin twice bc it had everything we needed and was so relaxing it was easy to want to stay. The view of the frozen lake and snow covered mountains was breathtaking and the location was ideal. It was far enough to get get the full nature experience but convenient to run to downtown Durango for some shopping. We can’t wait to return again and fully recommend staying here! -The Aguirres
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9.6Outstanding
(95 Ratings)
"Great property with great views! Overall an excellent place to stay! Our favorite cabin so far in the Vallecito area. We hope to return!"
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