Durango Mountain Escape: Hike, Bike & Explore!

Wraparound Deck | 6 Mi to Purgatory Resort | Hermosa Cliffs Views Paradise doesn't have to be tropical! Welcome to 'The Capen Family Cabin,' a dog-friendly mountain home in the woods near Electra Lake. Perfectly placed for easy access to Durango and Purgatory, this family vacation rental is the ultimate base camp for hiking, biking, and skiing. After a day of adventure, unwind on the deck, cozy up by the wood stove, or gather for a board game night. Your Southwestern Colorado getaway is here! -- THE PROPERTY -- OUTDOOR LIVING - Wraparound deck (partially covered) - Grill, outdoor dining area - Cliff views - Private yard INDOOR LIVING - Open floor plan, picture windows - Movies, board games, books - Wood-burning stove - Laptop-friendly workspace - Loft sleeping area w/ privacy curtains - Ceiling fans, baseboard & radiant floor heating - Washer & dryer KITCHEN - Stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher - Drip coffee maker (coffee provided), blender, toaster - Griddle, air fryer, slow cooker - Cooking basics, spices - Dining table, dishware & flatware ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story cabin, stairs to access - 1st-floor bedroom & bathroom PARKING - Carport (2 vehicles) - Driveway (2 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- - Quiet wooded neighborhood with views of Hermosa Cliffs & easy access to skiing, hiking, paddling & outdoor recreation - AWD or 4x4 required during winter, Nov-Apr - 6 miles to Purgatory Resort & The Glacier Club - 23 miles to shops, galleries & restaurants in Durango & the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 1 mile to Electra Lake - 14 miles to Durango Hot Springs - 28 miles to the historic mining town of Silverton -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $110 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in