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
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Bayfield
Located in Forest Lakes, a neighbourhood in Bayfield, this cabin is in the mountains. Dalton Ranch Golf Club and Durango Hot Springs Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Los Pinos River. Eagle Park and Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 39 min drive
Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Mini Merc Store - 21 min drive
Lone Wolf Bar & Grill - 21 min drive
San Juan Images - 27 min drive
Artistic Edge Design - 14 min drive
Great Divide Outfitters - 27 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito on 15 May 2026 start from AU$203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Host is great! Very accommodating. Place is cute and clean. Peaceful, quiet and tranquil property. Deer and turkeys in the yard every day. Stayed for a week with our dog.
Thank you for the kind words and spending your holidays in our cabin. It was a pleasure to host you and hope to see you again. You should see it in the spring and summer!
We so enjoyed our Colorado mountain stay in Heiden’s Hideaway! An awesome cabin in Forest Lakes, a well stocked, cozy, comfortable, pet friendly cabin! Highly recommend and hope to return soon! Wild turkeys and deer visitors daily!
Linda C.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Thank you both for the kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you guys. We hope to see you again :)
Cabin was clean and cozy! Very cute place and great place to spend time with family and got to see a lot of wild turkeys and deer which was great! Did rain whole time we were there but still had a good time!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Heiden's Hideaway. The accommodations were perfect and the surroundings were spectacular! We loved seeing the wildlife, fishing in the private lake and just walking in the neighborhood. We definitely look forward to an opportunity to return.
Awesome cabin! Fully stocked kitchen. Quiet and relaxing. We enjoyed the chipmunks and deer, and it was great hiking up the hill behind the cabin. The dogs enjoyed the cool weather and the hikes.
The host was very nice and attentive. Cabin was clean and fully stocked. Around the cabin is unbelievably quiet, peaceful and serene. Surely one of our favorites. Recommend staying here.
Beautiful property, wildlife everywhere. Cabin stocked perfectly. Smart tv so bring your apps. So peaceful and quiet. Comfy bed. We are very happy with our stay.
This place was awesome, the community is beautiful and secluded. Me and my wife and our two dogs enjoyed hiking the area and eating at the many pet friendly restaurants this area has to offer. As for the property it was truly a great experience. It was nice and warm when we first arrived and everything was very clean. It may look small from the pictures but it’s actually very spacious once you are there in person. We would definitely recommend this stay to anyone who wants to take a break from the city and explore nature!
Eddie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Awww. I am so glad your pack had such a good time. It is a very dog friendly community. We loved hosting you and would love to see you back when your are up for another recharge.
Getting there was time consuming but very quiet @ it was explained in detail. The cabin did have ample parking for our trailer that we appreciate!! Very nice.
It was a rustic, cozy cabin in a lovely location. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Shannon Ordonez
Years ago my husband and I built this home as a second home for us to enjoy during our retirement. Since his passing, I have decided that sharing this property and its surrounding beauty with others would be far more rewarding than selling it.
Why they chose this property
Truly the perfect place to relax and enjoy all the serenity and natural beauty that southwest Colorado has to offer or if you are an outdoors enthusiast you can enjoy each season to its fullest. The property is private, yet not far from the town of Bayfield where you have access to many amenities.
What makes this property unique
Close to amenities such as grocery stores, movie rentals and restaurants. A short 30 minute drive to amazing shopping and dining at historic Durango. Fishing at our communities stocked, 25 acre private lake. (no fishing license required). All kinds of lake activities at nearby Vallecito Lake including fishing, boating, jet skiing and ice fishing and over 500 miles of hiking and hunting trails.
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