Frequently asked questions

Wildcat Cabin has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, plus a loft used as flexible sleeping space.

The cabin sleeps up to 12 guests across 8 beds — two king suites, a twin-over-twin bunk room, a full-over-queen bunk room, and a loft with two twins plus a queen air mattress.

Wildcat Cabin is at 154 North Rd in Durango, Colorado, on 9 wooded acres at 7,200 ft elevation — about 15 minutes from historic downtown Durango.

Yes. There is a hot tub on the deck, open 24 hours a day, year-round, with views of the La Plata Mountains.

Yes. The second primary suite features a wood-burning fireplace beneath vaulted ceilings and large picture windows.

Yes, the cabin has a full kitchen equipped to cook for a group, plus a Traeger pellet grill on the deck.

Yes, the cabin has WiFi, and one primary suite has a dedicated desk that works well for remote work.

Yes, there is free on-site parking. From December through March, a 4WD or AWD vehicle is required for the mountain road.

Yes, Wildcat Cabin is pet friendly. Up to 2 pets are welcome for $150 per pet, and the 9 wooded acres give dogs plenty of room to roam.

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Self check-in is available; arrival details are sent before your stay.

No. Wildcat Cabin is a non-smoking property indoors.

No. The cabin is a quiet, family-friendly retreat, so parties and large events are not permitted.

Cancellation terms are shared at the time of booking and vary by season and dates. For direct bookings, contact us and we'll confirm the policy for your stay in writing.

A 4WD or AWD vehicle is required from December through March, when snow and ice affect the mountain road. The rest of the year, standard vehicles are fine.

The cabin is fully open in winter — the hot tub runs year-round and the fireplace makes cold evenings cozy. Just bring a 4WD or AWD vehicle for the mountain road between December and March.

Self check-in makes arrival easy. You'll receive directions and access details before your trip, so you can head straight to the cabin.

Historic downtown Durango is about 15 minutes away by car.

Purgatory Ski Resort is about 45 minutes north of the cabin.

Hesperus Ski Area, a smaller family-friendly ski hill, is about 15 minutes away.

Lake Nighthorse is only about 5 minutes away, with a swimming beach and boat and paddleboard launches.

Yes. The Animas River and nearby waters offer excellent trout fishing, and the surrounding San Juan Mountains have trails from gentle forest loops to alpine climbs — starting with the cabin's own 9 acres.

Swim at Lake Nighthorse, raft or float the Animas River, fly fish, hike the San Juans, wade in mountain creeks, and grill on the deck.

Ski Purgatory (45 minutes) or the family-friendly Hesperus Ski Area (15 minutes), then warm up in the year-round hot tub and by the wood-burning fireplace.

Spring brings snowmelt, rushing creeks, and quieter trails, while fall lights up the aspens in gold. Both shoulder seasons are ideal for peaceful stays with fewer crowds.

Use the contact form on the Book Direct page or email [email protected]. Booking direct avoids Airbnb service fees and gets you our lowest rates.

Yes. Stays of 7 or more nights receive a 10% weekly discount, excluding the Christmas and New Year holiday period.

Nightly rates typically range from about $250 to $450 depending on the season, group size, and length of stay. Contact us for an exact quote.

A minimum stay usually applies, especially over weekends and holidays. Send us your dates and we'll confirm the minimum for that period.

Booking direct skips Airbnb's guest service fees, so more of your money goes toward the trip. You still get direct communication with the Superhost owners and the same trusted, 4.86-star experience.