984 Pine Valley Forest Lakes

Welcome to The Retreat at Forest Lakes—your home away from home, designed for relaxation and fun! Escape to comfort and tranquility in this charming family-friendly getaway. With spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, this retreat is perfect for kids, pets, and those looking to unwind. Enjoy the well-stocked kitchen for delicious home-cooked meals or fire up the grill for a casual evening under the stars. Sit back, relax, and soak in the outdoor hot tub, letting the worries melt away. The cozy reading/office room is stocked with books, puzzles, and toys for all ages—making it a welcoming space for both play and quiet moments. There are also outdoor games, like cornhole and yard jenga, for family fun! Little ones will feel right at home with a highchair, pack-n-play, kids' dishes, and even a doggie door for furry friends. Adventure by day, comfort by night—your perfect vacation spot awaits! For entertainment, the living room and bedroom both feature Smart TVs with Netflix and DisneyPlus, ready for family movie nights. Plus, Starlink Internet ensures you stay connected while enjoying your peaceful retreat. Nestled in the Forest Lakes section of Bayfield, just outside Durango and near Lake Vallecito, this home is the ideal base for outdoor adventures or simply reconnecting with loved ones in a spacious and welcoming setting. Step into a stress-free getaway, perfect for families and furry friends! Book now and experience the magic of this inviting retreat! 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. There are pedestal fans in each bedroom and an evaporative cooler in the main king bedroom. 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: 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!