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DURANGO VACATION RENTALS, COLORADO |
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Why Vacation in Durango |
| Located in Southwest Colorado at an elevation of 6500 feet, Durango is famous for its stunning panoramas, high plateaus, rugged canyons and deep basins. You can look forward to a wide array of activities including hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, skiing, snowmobile, rafting, horseback riding and much more. |
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Durango Vacation Rental Information |
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Affordable and pocket-friendly vacation rentals at Durango include comfortable and spacious vacation rental condominiums or Durango condos, Durango cabins, vacation rental cottages, vacation rental studio apartments, vacation rental townhomes, vacation rental chalets, Durango villas and vacation rental homes. You can choose rentals |
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located on the ski slopes, in the historic Downtown, or a forest cottage resort on the edge of San Juan National Forest. The 1-bedroom Durango vacation rental units consist of one master bed, a sofa sleeper and sleeps around 4 vacationers. The 2-bedroom vacation rental units sleep 6 people and 3-bedroom units can sleep a maximum of 8 people.
Most Durango Colorado vacation rentals are lavishly equipped with modern amenities such as fully equipped kitchen with dishwashers, microwaves, Jacuzzi, fireplace, stereo system, pool table, piano, game table, in-room telephones, log frame beds, quilts, and private baths. Some Durango vacation rental accommodations also feature large decks and you can watch the stunning sunsets sipping your favorite beverage. On site activities include hiking, biking, rafting, camping and skiing. The Durango vacation rentals are located in close proximity to shopping stores, restaurants, museums, and cinemas. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Durango |
Some Durango vacation rentals are available for rent on a daily basis or weekly basis during summer. The Durango lodgings implement maximum occupancy rules in order to ensure your comfort. All the norms are fulfilled under fire protection codes. The vacation rentals are high during peak season and low in off-season. There are charges for cleaning, security, administration and storage. Some Durango vacation rentals are also pet friendly but extra charges apply. |
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Must See in Durango |
Mesa Verde National Park is a must see destination for all. It offers unique cultural experience to the visitors. Built by Pre-Columbian Indians, it reflects more than 700 years of history. You can also discover some of the best-preserved archeological sites in the United States in this Park. Explore the beautiful landscapes and 4000 archeological sites. Visit |
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| Cortez, the famous gateway to Mesa Verde National Park offering excellent outdoor recreational opportunities such as rafting, skiing, snowmobiling and horseback riding. The historical monuments are also worth checking out. You can plan to visit the nearby destinations such as Mesa Verde National Park, Cortez, Telluride and Bayfield, after you have had a blast at Durango. |
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Sights and Attractions in Durango |
| Several enticing sites oozing with wealth and serenity of nature will allure you, while remarkable manmade venues, will not cease to capture your interest as well!
• Diamond Circle Melodrama
• Mesa Verde National Park
• Cortez, Colorado
• Telluride, Colorado |
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Outdoor Recreation in Durango |
| Durango offers a vast variety of outdoor recreation. During winters go for hiking, biking, rock climbing and camping, while summers bring in more fun with rafting and kayaking being added to the list. Take a jeep tour in San Juan Mountains and enjoy the breathtaking views of the scenic beauty.
• Rafting
• Hiking
• Biking
• Snow Sports | |
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Golfing in Durango |
| A wonderland for golfing, Durango County welcomes you to a pleasant and challenging round of golf, amid some of the most spectacular views of its surroundings.
• Hillcrest Golf Course
• Dalton Ranch Golf Club
• The Glacier Club at Tamarron | |
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Durango Fairs and Festivals |
| Durango’s festivals and events offer the opportunities to listen to great music, play games and enjoy delicious food. Have fun with a full slate of planned parades, rides, dancing, wrestling contests and many more.
• Music In The Mountains
• Rally In The Rockies
• Annual Durango Film Festival
• Snowdown Balloon Rally
• Earth Day Silent Auction |
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Dining and Nightlife in Durango |
For a delicious and mouthwatering meal, you can visit Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers. The live western stage show will have you asking for more. The menu includes chicken breast, biscuits, spice cake, roast beef, rib-eye steak and many more. Spend some time in The Ranch Complex comprising of shops and a miniature train. The open-air dining area provides a lovely gourmet meal as well as an excellent western music show. Also, enjoy some great comedy and listen to great singers. The cost for the meal and show is $19 for the age group of more than 9 years and $9 for below 9 years. Move to Brewpub for some delicious food and a variety of drinks. It is open from 11 AM to 10 PM and the bar is open until 2 AM.
Enjoy watching movies, gambling, rodeo and theatres. Well-known artists perform at several places in the town. Check out Diamond Circle Melodrama presenting late 1800s melodrama. See the charming lovely heroines and dashing heroes of the older era. It is organized from Monday through Saturday evenings at 7:45 PM. The cost includes $20 for adults and $15 for children less than 12 years. |
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Shopping in Durango |
Whether you want to find books, music, coffee or anything else, Durango has it all. With more than 500 retail stores, you will find the best of variety for everything. Care to buy some herbal beauty products? Visit Earthly Essentials Herbals and Healthcare. Take consultations from licensed nutritionist and herbalist. Buy organic and natural herbal products along with a number of other beauty services.
See the premiere Termar Gallery representing the works of more than 200 artists. The gallery offers a wide variety of designer jewelry, accessories, prominent bronze, wood, glass and furniture. Dietz Market offers the best of southwest ranging from chili ristras, gift baskets to famous Marble Canyon Dishes. You can order for your favorite gift baskets for your loved ones.
The Durango Traditions is a clothing store for women. Browse through an unusual boutique collection of sweaters and casual wear. If you are interested to buy some fabulous leather stuff and southwestern jewelry, Hell Bent Leather and Jewelry is the perfect place. There is a huge variety of Zuni fetishes, authentic silver and 14K gold jewelry, wallets, handbags, belts and hats. |
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Best Times to Visit Durango |
Durango is an ideal year-round destination for all. The city enjoys a superb climate and mild temperatures through out the year. You won’t find summers too hot. In summer, there is dry heat, due to which the days remain cool. Winter season is usually mild and sunny. Durango enjoys 360 sunny days in a year. You can see the phenomenal aerial views of the fabulous surroundings. With the excellent weather conditions and a wide variety of activities, Durango can be visited anytime of the year. |
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Time Zone for Durango |
Mountain Standard Time | |
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Getting To and Around Durango |
The area of Durango is served a number of times in a day by United and America West airlines. The nearby airports, connecting Durango are Durango-La Plata County Airport (13-miles), Four Corners Regional Airport (45-miles) and Telluride Regional Airport (47-miles).
It is very easy to get around the downtown, as everything is located at a walkable distance. For visiting the surrounding areas, you will require a rental car that is readily available. You can take the exclusive route through Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad to visit the nearby places. |
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