Perfect Family Getaway! Serene • Views • Hot Tub • Dogs/Horses OK • Close to All

Many families struggle to spend quality time together. At Lucky Elk Ranch, time stands still and families create connections and memories that last a lifetime.

• Sleeps 9 with an option for up to 13
• Quiet serenity, mountain views, dogs, horses OK
• 20 min to town, 7 min to the airport, close to everything!
• Hot tub for 7 under the stars
• Farm fresh organic eggs!
• 2 patios, hammock, grill
• Huge chef's kitchen
• 2 living rooms, 75” SmartTV
• Fully fenced yard
• 2 'kid’s lofts’ with TVs

Please read the description and house rules in full before booking and feel free to reach out with any questions!

Welcome to Lucky Elk Ranch — a peaceful, luxury mountain retreat that comfortably sleeps up to 13. This unique, sprawling retreat is nestled on 35 acres out in the stunning countryside under big, dark skies yet just 20 minutes from Old Town Durango and 7 minutes from the airport.

Whether you're gathering with family, planning a wellness or corporate retreat, hosting a micro-wedding or event (up to 50 guests – additional event fees apply) or simply seeking quiet, restorative time in the country, this is your place!

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be surrounded by sweeping 180-degree views of the San Juan Mountains. The only sounds you’ll hear are birdsong, breeze and maybe even the occasional elk passing through.

It’s a sanctuary of serenity—far from the noise and chaos of big city distractions.

The property (and this listing) consists of two connected spaces: The Main Ranch House, which sleeps up to 9 guests across 4 bedrooms and 5 beds and The Falcon’s Nest—a newly renovated, 600+ sq ft studio suite located above the huge attached garage.

This beautiful, spacious private studio increases the capacity of the property to a total of 13 people and features a King bed, Queen futon, full gourmet kitchen, and private bathroom.

The Falcon’s Nest connects seamlessly to the Main House and is perfect for grandparents, couples, or anyone wanting a quiet space of their own. Pricing in this listing is for BOTH spaces.

This magical property seamlessly blends rustic charm with modern comfort and elegance.

The heart of the home is the sprawling, fully appointed kitchen with literally everything even the most discerning cook could ever need. The adjoining dining space seats up to 14 and is perfect for group meals and long, laughter-filled evenings.

You’ll love how the ranch house is laid out so that you have great communal gathering spaces yet plenty of room to spread out and not be on top of each other.

The huge communal kitchen and dining spaces are perfectly balanced with nooks and spaces like separate living rooms on each end of the home (each with SmartTV's) on the main floor, the library, the cozy TV space on the 2nd floor and the two hideaway kid's lofts above the two central bedrooms give everyone plenty of space to hang together or take some time alone.

Children are welcome at Lucky Elk and we have done our best to be kid-friendly. That said, it's important for parents to note that the ranch is NOT 'childproofed' and younger children will need to be supervised at all times to ensure safety. A Pack N Play is available upon request.

Step outside to enjoy multiple outdoor spaces, including 'The Magic Garden' which features cantina lights in the canopy of pines, a large dining table for 6, lounge chairs and a hammock for afternoon naps. Soak your cares away in the luxurious 7-person hot tub with stunning mountain views by day and dark sky stargazing by night. The huge fully fenced backyard offers tons of room for yard games and is ideal for pets and safe for kids to roam freely.

FRESH EGGS! A feature all of our guests love is the custom chicken coup located in the pasture next to the main house and the resident hens that supply you with farm-fresh, organic, free-range eggs for the duration of your stay! If you have kiddos in your party, we can make arrangements for them to gather eggs if they'd like.

Weddings and Events!
Lucky Elk is the perfect spot for your small or micro-wedding or special event for up to about 50 guests!

As you can see from the sampling of wedding pics, the meticulously landscaped front yard and huge back yard with sweeping 180 degree mountain views provides the perfect backdrop for your special day.

Reach out to us to discuss options for your wedding or special event. Additional event fees will apply depending upon the nature, scope and needs of your event.

Bonus touches that make your stay special:
• Peaceful, calm, serenity
• Huge, fully stocked chef's kitchen
• Ample high speed Wi-Fi throughout the home
• A 75" SmartTV in the family room and SmartTV's in the living room, upstairs sitting room, Kids Lofts and Falcon's Nest
• Majestic, sweeping mountain views
• Complimentary organic farm-fresh eggs
• A massive, 3/4 acre fenced yard for pets
• A 3 acre fenced pasture for up to 4 horses
• Numerous outdoor spaces with ample seating
• Plenty of flat parking (even for trailers or sprinters)

Other important details to note:

To ensure a peaceful, respectful experience for all guests, we require that all guests review and sign a brief Google form agreeing to our house and pet rules prior to check-in.

The 2nd floor bathrooms:
The bathroom layout on the 2nd floor is a 'Jack and Jill' style layout. There are two separate toilet/vanity/dressing areas on either side of the shared bathing space which features a super cool galvanized farm tub and large walk-in rain-style shower. And of course the doors on each side lock for privacy.

Dogs and Horses (please see our pet policies):
We are happy to accommodate up to 2 well behaved dogs up to 60 lbs. during your stay. We have a huge fully fenced back yard for them to enjoy. We do require that all pets be announced and approved in advance of your arrival.

Pets may not be left unattended at the house unless they're crated. We have pet beds and large wire crates available for rent for $25 per pet per visit.

Exceptions to the size and number of pets may be considered on a case by case basis.

If you're bringing any pets, you will be asked to read and sign a Google form agreeing to our pet policies. Please read them in full before booking.

We can also accommodate up to 4 horses in the attached 3+ acre pasture. We do not have stalls or shelter (yet) but there is water, excellent grass, 7' deer fencing (no barbed wire) and easy access

We charge $50 per dog, per night. These charges will be added to your quote. Inquire with us directly for horse boarding fees.