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Modern design retreat in Downtown Durango

Holiday home with kitchen, near Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen
An open galley Kitchen has everything you need to cook your own meals.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 261.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
  • Place, Animas River Trail
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Modern design retreat in Downtown Durango

The Stonehouse Loft is a brand new building, built from the ground up in 2015. Designed by your host, with plans drawn by Jess Wilton, a great local Durango architect, it was built by people (your host again!) and for people who love modern design. The Loft features radiant heated concrete floors throughout, and a modern, bright, but cozy vibe. Located a half block off of Main Avenue in downtown Durango, you can walk to all the shops, restaurants, galleries and bars in minutes from this centrally located apartment. A king size bed, lovely shower and bathroom, and well equipped kitchen provide you with the comforts and conveniences of home. Close to mountain biking, hiking, the river and the Durango Silverton Narrow gauge railway. This property puts you close to everything Durango has to offer. (DURANGO VACATION RENTAL PERMIT #15-010) ...There is off-street parking for one medium-sized or small car.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be aware that this property shares a common area with another residence, and quiet hours are expected to be observed between Ten pm. and 7 am.

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 deadlock

About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in the city centre. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Discovery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Historic Tram Park and James Ranch. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Animas River Trail - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 2 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 13 min walk
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Avalanche Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carver Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Animas Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern design retreat in Downtown Durango pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern design retreat in Downtown Durango?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern design retreat in Downtown Durango?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern design retreat in Downtown Durango located?

Located in Historic Downtown Durango, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Durango Discovery Museum and Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Sorrel Sky Gallery and Durango Area Tourism Office are also within 10 minutes. Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 203 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very clean, well appointed unit in the heart of downtown Durango.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Really cool space to stay in, combined with thoughtful touches, super comfy bed, great location, and terrific shower!Could not have been more happy. Thanks, George!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place, great host. location to downtown is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Desiree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and it was quiet for being downtown. Cute place. Parking is very tight in the provided spot but it was nice to have somewhere to park had we brought a bigger vehicle it would not have fit. We didn’t get to enjoy the nice outdoor seating due to rain but would definitely stay here again for the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peeb L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect place for me. Very clean with everything i needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect. I enjoyed listening to the music from the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place in a great location to explore Durango and SW Colorado. Loved walking to the shops and dining in downtown. Super cool, clean, and nicely appointed property, and George was awesome. The arrival gift was a nice touch! So many hikes, breweries, top dining, and more. Loved it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved this super cute rental! George was an amazing host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot & great location!

We loved staying here. The place had everything we could have needed, a beautiful outdoor space, and is in a prime location. We look forward to potentially staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriel U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durango

Excellent location, great views
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect lodging in central Durango

We really enjoyed our stay at George’s place. Location was perfect for exploring Durango (nice to leave the car parked and walk everywhere!). The shared backyard was great to sit out in and enjoy the love music from Buckley Park. Great stay overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stonehouse Loft

Great location - easy walk to Main.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, great location

Great place, great location. George was easy to communicate with
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

room with a view

Second time here, wife and I like this place very much, quiet, clean, modern, great windows and control of light with easy to use, quality blinds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a getaway

My fiancé and I stayed for a long weekend and It was our first time in Durango. An easy walk to the restaurants and bars made this a perfect location. Very clean and well stocked on essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

lee m., Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet spot

Great modern accommodations in an excellent location. We loved that we could easily walk to downtown. Ready access to so much! The property was very well appointed and had everything we needed. We felt immediately comfortable. Hope to return. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durango Christmas

Great experience! Very clean AND easy to keep clean. Spacious, lots of light and good views. We cook and found the kitchen was excellent! A block off Main Avenue and the great restaurants and coffee shops. Location of apartment is on a service street so there is no noisy traffic. Space for one car off street parking.We had six people over for supper and was comfortable and easy. Plenty of convenient storage space. It was just right for us! (our only 5 star rating for the 2024)
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Durango Visit

The space was like living in a modern sculpture . Very Cool. The location 1/2 block off main was very convenient and private. Parking spot was very helpful as Durango has every street metered. Only surprise was there was no TV but after a day of "TV Detox" it was great listened to a lot of music and was less stressed than usual. Host was very responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeff H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely space BUT

The unit is beautiful and well designed, however The WiFi was weak at best, there was no TV, no microwave, but PLENTY of elm bugs!! Those quick fixes could easily turn this rental into a 5 star space
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S., Acworth, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Awesome location, walking distance to anything you need. Great area to bike around. I recommend going up the hill to the college, great view with easy access. Loft was nice, clean, and had most essentials. Parking is tight, but if you and the renters in his other rental park in a good manor its not an issue. Just stay tight to the sides. A couple things i would add to this loft is a water filter for drinking water and a toilet paper holder in the bathroom. That is really the only things we felt were missing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, Great Bed, and In Walking Distance To So Much

We absolutely loved staying in Durango in this section of town and at this retreat in particular. The large windows on the 2nd floor gave us a wonderful view of all the activity taking place on the street below. We could see the Durango train go by two blocks away, restaurant workers preparing for the day, people walking and skateboarding to work. It was a lot of fun to stay in such an open floor plan with tall ceilings and windows everywhere. The kitchen was fabulous with all the utensils we needed to prepare meals on the gas stove. The driveway fits two cars side by side. Our neighbor had a small SUV and we had a Mustang and there was enough room for us to park next to each other. You wouldn't want a large vehicle. Galleries, supermarkets, gift shops and lots of restaurants are all in walking distance. It was a very quiet sanctuary in spite of activity taking place outside. We want to come back and we recommend this spot for anyone who wants to be in close proximity of Durango's main street. We loved that there was no TV and we didn't miss having a microwave either. WiFi was great. The host was responsive to our inquiries and was super helpful in helping us move our plans around so we could head to Taos after our visit to Durango. He was wonderful and we felt so welcome. Can't wait to visit again and stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean, spacious, comfortable and quiet accomodations include relaxing indoor and outdoor spaces. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, parks, and more. Thanks for another great stay, George!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would definitely stay here again. The only thing missing was a tv, we like to watch tv before bedtime.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much and found the proximity to town one of its best features. We would prefer a more comfortable couch and chair in the living area vs the low back (futon) couch but that was the only negative issue we had. That said, we highly recommend this Durango gem!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had no need to rent a car and were able to walk wherever we wanted as this location is so close to downtown. We loved staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place that is clean, safe and cozy. The location is impossible to beat and I love having a place to park my car.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by George Schmidt

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I moved to Durango right out of high school in 1991. I waited tables at a restaurant for three months before deciding I needed to do more. I went to college, and then lived and worked in NYC for twenty years before finally making it back to Durango in 2010.
I'm an Artist, and a builder, and the Stonehouse Loft gave me the opportunity to bring these two skills together. The Loft is a completely new building which I built from the ground up to be a modern, comfortable and convenient downtown hideaway. I love mountain biking on the trails around town, hiking, backpacking, rafting, and exploring the deserts and mountains with my partner Amber Johnson, a Durango Native (that rare breed!) that i'm lucky enough to share my adventures with.

Why they chose this property

The Stonehouse Loft is a unique downtown property that is super close to Main Street, but provides a remarkable feeling of seclusion, even in the heart of busy downtown Durango. The Stonehouse Loft is a brand new, energy efficient and modern building with radiant heat, on demand hot water, huge windows with abundant natural light, and an open airy feel. There is a large private patio and garden, which is tucked away behind a fence and deck, but that offers views of the large trees in Buckley Park, right across the street. From the Stonehouse Studio you can walk anywhere you might want to go in downtown Durango. All the best restaurants and shops, galleries, bars and grocery stores are just minutes away on foot. All of the Mountain Biking Trailheads are easily accessed from downtown, and are there are literally hundreds of miles of trails you can access directly from the driveway in just a few minutes ride.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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