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Bucking Mule Studio: Downtown Durango

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
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Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Fort Lewis College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango Area Tourism Office
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bucking Mule Studio: Downtown Durango

My place is close to Downtown Durango, Durango Natural Foods Co-Op, Horse Gulch Trail System, Fort Lewis College, Santa Rita Park, Breakfast, Lunch, and Coffee Places. . You’ll love my place because of the location, the outdoors space, the ambiance, the neighborhood, pet friendly, and professional owners. . My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets).

City of Durango Permit #08-060

Bucking Mule Guest House is a clean modern 500 sf. studio located in Durango Colorado. Only six blocks from Downtown Durango, and one block from the Horse Gulch trail system, our guesthouse is in the perfect location if you like to walk or bike around town. Our guesthouse has an 800 sf. private courtyard with patio furnishings, BBQ, and beautiful outdoor eating table. Securely fenced it is ideal for pets and children. Fully landscaped and very private. There is also a locked shed for bike storage available for your use.

The guest house has a Japanese soaking tub with custom spa `bath room`; walk-in travertine shower. In the Japanese bath tradition, the toilet room is separate from the bath room. There are bath sheets and robes provided.

Stained concrete floors have in-floor heat for cozy winter comfort . Contemporary design with a western flair, we call our decorating style zen cowboy. There is a super comfortable Tempurpedic style bed complete with Ralph Lauren linens and a down comforter. Also, in the same room, is a very comfortable queen sized leather pull out couch.

Durango Natural Foods, our local natural foods store is just across the street. Walk to breakfast at College Drive Cafe (the best breakfast in town) or Durango Joes coffee house, both located within a block of our guest house. Home Slice Pizza, Raider Ridge Cafe, CJ`s Diner and 8th Ave Tavern are all within a block or two.

This is a green built studio with a Solar electric power system. Feel good about staying here and reducing your carbon footprint while relaxing.

Flat screen TV with DVD and free WiFi making it ideal for business travelers. Pets and children are welcome.

The guest house is located next to the best trail system in Durango: Horse Gulch Trails. If you hike or bike you will be in Georgia O`Keefe heaven.

The Bucking Mule Studio is located in the back half of the property. The front half of the property is the Saint Francis House. They are connected by the laundry room which is the only shared space. The Bucking Mule has it`s own private parking space right in front of the privacy fence gate to the courtyard. Private entrance and private fenced courtyard.

I am available anytime by text message. Just let me know if you need anything at all.

Holly Jason
Owner, Casa Durango LLC
970-749-9636

This is a very downtown neighborhood with lots of options for breakfast, lunch and coffee within a block. Durango Natural Foods CO-OP is a fantastic natural food grocery store right across the street. There is also the Horse Gulch Trail System only a couple blocks away. You can walk to Main Avenue Downtown Durango in 7 blocks, maybe about a 10 minute walk. It is also located at the bottom of College Hill and there is a bike path leading up to Fort Lewis College.

You can walk to everything you need. Lost of people stay here with no car.

This property is shared with the Saint Francis House. It is on 8th Avenue which is a busy street for Durango. There is some road noise. You have to be very careful with your children and pets that they do not get into the street.
- BUCKING MULE POLICIES 1. CHECK IN TIME: is after 4 pm, and CHECK OUT TIME is at 10 am. This agreement does not create a Tenancy or Residency. You must depart at the appropriate time. 2. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: is limited to 4 Adults. 3. CLEANING: Please do your dishes before you leave. It is also helpful if you start a load of laundry before you leave. We reserve the right to charge you’re an extra fee for cleaning if the property is left excessively dirty. 4. NO SMOKING is allowed in the house or property. No Candles, Incense, or fire of any kind in the house or property. Please do not bring firearms into the property. 5. IF YOU HAVE PETS, please do not leave them unattended unless you trust them completely. Please do not let them damage anything or dig up the garden, or dig on the leather couch! If you need a crate for your dog let us know as we have loaners. Please clean up after your dog. Please make sure your dog does not disturb the neighbors by barking. Please check the fence yourself and make sure your dog is not going to escape. If you need Doggy Day Care we recommend Healthy Hounds and Fat Cats at 970-375-9700. 6. CANCELATION: If you cancel for any reason we will refund anything we can re-rent for a 15% re-booking fee. We will also refund your money if the roads to Durango are closed. 7. SUBSTITUTION: In the event that the property reserved becomes unavailable for any reason Casa Durango, LLC will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate Guest in a comparable property. If no alternative property is available that is suitable for your needs, Casa Durango, LLC will refund all payments and deposits in full and no further obligation expected of either party. 8. WRITTEN EXCEPTIONS: Any exceptions to the above mentioned policies must be approved in writing in advance. 9. DAMAGE: Casa Durango, LLC reserves the right to charge for any damages to the property. 10. NEIGHBORS: Please respect the neighbors by not making too much noise, and by just being a good friendly neighbor.
During your stay at this condo building, you'll be within walking distance of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Features include 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. A kitchen and a balcony are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center
Bucking Mule Studio: Downtown Durango offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Durango condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 506 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- BUCKING MULE POLICIES 1. CHECK IN TIME: is after 4 pm, and CHECK OUT TIME is at 10 am. This agreement does not create a Tenancy or Residency. You

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bucking Mule 500 Sf. Studio Japanese Soaking Tub Apartment
Bucking Mule 500 Sf. Studio Japanese Soaking Tub
Bucking Mule 500 Sf. Studio Japanese Soaking Tub Apartment
Bucking Mule 500 Sf. Studio Japanese Soaking Tub Apartment
Bucking Mule 500 Sf. Studio Japanese Soaking Tub
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Bucking Mule Studio: Downtown Durango Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 203 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great location. Easy walking distance (and biking) to trails, the colllege, downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay! This small cottage has everything! The owner has taken great care to ensure a warm welcome experience. Great hospitality and excellent communication! Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and well appointed efficiency, with appliances to make simple meals. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Good size, securely fenced yard for dogs. Didn't make use of outside seating and grill, but would be great in warmer weather. Dedicated parking with unit is nice, although a bit tight/difficult to rurn around, or have to back out onto 8th ave. Good location, walkable to restarants and breweries. A longer walk to the heart of downtown, but doable. Good internet for remote work. Proactive and responsive host. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bucking Mule Studio is exactly as pictured. It’s perfect for us and our sweet lil dogs. Host was Very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D., Albuquerque, NM USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, comfortable, clean, and smartly designed small space. Courtyard and grill were perfect for our long weekend with our dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!! Thanks for an amazing first stay in Durango
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really convenient to Fort Lewis College, just down the hill. 5 minutes to downtown Durango, coffee shop around corner. Very cute a cozy for just the two of us. Very clean. Lots of details for comfort that I thought were unique and well organized —bag of coffee and grinder, sugar/creamer, kitchen scissors (I needed those!), dog bed/bowl/leash, kids bath toys, robes, hair dryer/curling iron, first aid kit, etc. The bed was a soft/uncomfortable for our preference…But, really the location was essential for ur purpose in Durango. The owners were responsive and helped resolve an issue, which I appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Check-in was at 4 PM. As of 7:30 PM we hadn't heard from the host in order to let us in, so we stayed elsewhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

A K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect size for us. The unit had everything needed and the location was great! So close to everything! Great communication with host! Really enjoyed the patio and the fenced in yard and so did my dog :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place to stay!

Clean, centrally located yet quiet little casita in walking distance to everything, right across the street from the co-op, and a 5 minute walk to the Horse Gulch trailhead. Amazing Japanese soaking tub! Holly was communicative and welcoming. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

joe H., Scottsdale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

Very nice property. Clean and very quiet. convenient to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Light and airy, nice kitchen set up, excellent shower. Great location, walkable to downtown, right near a great breakfast place. Busy street, but we were in back, so no road noise. On the downside, the small living space was somewhat cluttered with furniture, leaving no place to put suitcases. Also, the property owners were unresponsive. The first day I complained that the overgrown hedge with prickly branches made it impossible to use the driver side doors with out getting your clothes snagged. I asked the owners to help and over three days got 0 reply. I finally trimmed it myself with the kitchen Shears.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leif N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in great location

Enjoyed everything about it, a well equipped and organized studio for our weeklong stay.Would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bucking Mule

What a wonderful getaway. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Durango

Great location and comfy bed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short review

The studio was fine. My friend had the bed, I had the pull out couch. Super hard to get out but figured it out. Really needed freezer space which wasn't freezing. We had a question about the parking and the host never got back to me. The sink in the bathroom was very uncomfortable to use; too high
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place!

The Bucking Mule was perfect for our Durango getaway! It was the perfect size for 2 plus a dog. Private backyard, great tub and perfect location to downtown. We walked to downtown every night which was easy and enjoyable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very good

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot!

Love this location! You can walk to everything! I loved the japanese tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie L., Conifer, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024