Lake homes in Lake City

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Lake City

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Guest favorite

Farm stay in Olathe

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

The Cozy Country Orchard Cottage

Our Cottage is Surrounded by our family owned 20-acre Orchard, where you will enjoy the beautiful country setting. This cottage is small but cozy! It's got everything you need, from a full size Bed, a TV, to a Kitchenette with an air fryer, Induction cook top, with Pots & Pans, Bbq grill, Refrigerator/Freezer, & Coffee maker! Enjoy your evening walk down the peaceful country road, and in the morning, waking up to watch the sunrise come up over the mountains! Monthly 54% disc 28 day min 11/1-4/30

Dec 18 – 25

R1,437 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Lake City

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Half Street Haven in Lake City

This unique three-story log home is on the edge of Lake City. It offers stunning views of nearby mountains. This colorful house can sleep up to 8 people, ideal for families. The house has stairs including a tight, narrow spiral staircase to the basement. It has a master suite with a king bed. There are bunks beds in the basement along with only one TV. This home is ideal for people looking to unplug & unwind. It also has a wrap around deck with a BBQ & parking for a truck & trailer onsite.

Oct 21 – 28

R6,046 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Gunnison

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Sunny Gunni Loft, Pet Negotiable near Campus.

Off street parking, walking distance to Main Street shops, Western Campus, restaurants, and grocery. Open layout with lots of sunshine and views of the Gunnison Valley. One block to bus stop to Crested Butte, 30 minutes to the north. Central location perfectly suited for a basecamp to adventure in the Gunnison Valley. Among guest favorites is the full sized washer and dryer to freshen up from the day’s excursion. Those wishing to bring a pet, please contact host rather than instant book.

May 7 – 14

R2,119 ZAR per night

Popular amenities for Lake City vacation rentals

Stay near Lake City's top sights

Cannibal Grill & Saloon4 locals recommend
Lake City Brewing Company4 locals recommend
Restless Spirits Saloon3 locals recommend

Lake City homes

Guest favorite

Home in Gunnison

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Gunnison Riverhouse

Dec 25 – Jan 1

R2,528 ZAR per night
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Home in Telluride

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Mountain Vista House

Dec 1 – 8

R16,322 ZAR per night
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Home in Montrose

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Brand New House - Near Downtown Montrose

Mar 4 – 11

R3,011 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Montrose

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews

Bird House

May 3 – 10

R2,730 ZAR per night
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Home in Silverton

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

Entire Silverton home w/ garage & ski tools!

Oct 21 – 28

R3,918 ZAR per night
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Home in Ridgway

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews

Ouray- Simple Life in the San Juan’s

Feb 18 – 25

R4,345 ZAR per night
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Home in Placerville

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews

Rio Pecos Adobe, Telluride CO

May 17 – 24

R7,750 ZAR per night
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Home in Ouray

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Best View - Ouray & Amphitheater

Jun 9 – 16

R4,322 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Montrose

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Charming Getaway in the Heart of Downtown!

May 4 – 11

R3,232 ZAR per night
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Home in Montrose

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Comfy Cozy 2 bedrooms 1 ba, 70 & 40 TV, & Grill

Aug 10 – 17

R2,934 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Montrose

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Luxurious 3 bedroom in Montrose

Aug 31 – Sep 7

R4,258 ZAR per night
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Home in Montrose

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Ponderosa Place A Beautiful 4 bdrm Home on 3 Acres

Dec 25 – Jan 1

R8,689 ZAR per night

Lake City vacation rentals

Guest favorite

Condo in Telluride

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 395 reviews

Cozy Condo with full kitchen & shared hot tub.

Apr 17 – 24

R2,168 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Montrose

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews

Lone Trout Cabin Couple's Retreat - Horse Property

Jun 23 – 30

R2,651 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Ouray

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Riverfront Cabin 7 - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub Access

Jan 19 – 26

R1,714 ZAR per night
Superhost

Condo in Durango

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 360 reviews

Love Nest #3 ❤️

Apr 30 – May 7

R2,009 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Montrose

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Cheerful 2 bedroom cabin close to hospital

Oct 30 – Nov 6

R2,640 ZAR per night
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Cabin in South Fork

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Cabin w MTN views / Hammock/Wi-Fi /Grill/ Fire-pit

Oct 23 – 30

R3,431 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Rico

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Cozy Rico Cabin.

May 15 – 22

R3,486 ZAR per night
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Guesthouse in Ridgway

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Sunny Studio in Town

Apr 9 – 16

R1,860 ZAR per night
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Condo in Durango

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Slopeside Condo Purgatory Durango Mountain Resort

Jun 5 – 12

R2,525 ZAR per night
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Guest suite in Montrose

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Montrose Memories Central to Western Colorado

Jul 10 – 17

R2,057 ZAR per night
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Loft in Gunnison

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Bright & Roomy Upstairs Loft-Cali King, firepit

Sep 4 – 11

R3,362 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Townhouse in Montrose

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Utopia North Studio

Nov 6 – 13

R1,775 ZAR per night

Lake City fishing vacation rentals

Guest favorite

Place to stay in Gunnison

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Lake front historic loft with unobstructed views.

Nov 8 – 15

R2,962 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Durango

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Million Dollar Views on Lake Purgatory!

Nov 30 – Dec 7

R9,798 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Durango

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews

NEWLY Remodeled Purgatory Slope-side Condo.

May 9 – 16

R3,956 ZAR per night
Superhost

Condo in Durango

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Crazy Elk at Purgatory

Sep 25 – Oct 2

R4,678 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Lake City

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews

Moose Track Shack #1

Feb 17 – 24

R2,608 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Lake City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

Nellie Gray Condominium Unit #25 OPEN YEAR ROUND!

Feb 28 – Mar 7

R4,044 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in San Juan County

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Mountain Getaway- Hot Tub, Hiking, 5mins to Resort

Apr 6 – 13

R7,505 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Durango

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Exquisite Mountain Lake Retreat, Purgatory Skiing

Apr 18 – 25

R7,167 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Crawford

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

Peaceful Dark Sky near Black Canyon w/ Hot Tub!

Sep 30 – Oct 7

R3,817 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Gunnison

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Modern Cabin at Blue Mesa w/ Amazing Views

Jul 13 – 20

R7,640 ZAR per night
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Home in Montrose

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

Woodgate Mountain Retreat

Oct 1 – 8

R7,252 ZAR per night
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Home in South Fork

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Lucky Duck on Rio Grande 5 Full Bathrooms

Jan 10 – 17

R17,364 ZAR per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Lake City

Total rentals

40 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

20 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

20 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

1.4K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

R1,326 ZAR before taxes and fees

Your guide to Lake City

Welcome to Lake City

Nestled in a valley in the San Juan Mountains, Lake City used to be a boomtown. In the late 19th century, prospectors seeking their fortunes in a nearby mine poured into the remote outpost, a railroad followed not long after, and a bustling city sprang to life. But the burst of activity was short-lived — when the mines produced disappointing hauls, the prospectors went elsewhere. Their loss has been present-day Lake City’s gain, as the lack of hustle meant the town stood relatively unchanged for years.

Today, its lovingly restored historic district contains more than 200 buildings that look much as they did more than a century ago. Chinked-log pioneer cabins, Queen Anne homes, and wooden storefronts with false-front facades line the streets. Many of the structures — such as a church outfitted with a rare Estey organ — are still used by residents. Lake City’s well-preserved downtown draws its share of admirers, as does the breath-taking landscape that surrounds it, which includes the Gunnison National Forest, Lake San Cristobal (the second largest natural lake in Colorado), and an unusual phenomena called the Slumgullion Earthflow — a slowly moving, four-mile hunk of partially decomposed volcanic rock that creeps about 20 feet a year.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Lake City

Summer is high season in Lake City, with lots of warm weather, and the little city swells with visitors. The streets bustle with craft fairs, live music, historic walking tours, and a Fourth of July celebration. Summer thunderstorms are common, so plan ahead for bursts of wet weather. Lake City’s relatively short autumn is marked by brilliantly colored fall foliage and much lower crowds. Lake City is a low-key alternative to Colorado’s busier ski resorts in winter, offering a hushed landscape for snowshoeing, a local ski hill, and ice fishing. In spring, the forest bursts with life and the streams and waterfalls surge with snowmelt.


Top things to do in Lake City

Silver Thread Historic Byway

You can pick up this 117-mile road in Lake City and follow it for a two-to-four-hour trek through many natural wonders and nearby historical sights. The byway will take you to Lake San Cristobal, through the nearby town of Creede, where you can tour an underground mining museum, and past the mighty Rio Grande River. Elk, moose, and bighorn sheep have been known to make guest appearances along this route.

Hinsdale County Museum

Installed inside a circa-1877 stone lodge with a pressed-tin ceiling, the Hinsdale County Museum chronicles the history of Lake City and the surrounding area; its holdings include antique medical instruments and vintage firearms. In the summer the museum conducts historic tours, including ghost tours of the local cemeteries.

Slumgullion Earthflow

Technically a mass wasting, and most commonly called the Slumgullion Slide, this particular mass flow is named after a kind of pioneer stew. The yellowish hump of rock is a nexus for outdoor exploration. Here you’ll find the Slumgullion Center, an International Dark Sky Association designated park, where you can gaze into the heavens unobscured by light pollution and enjoy hiking trails and scenic overlooks.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Lake City?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 10 vacation rentals in Lake City featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Lake City?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Lake City. Choose from more than 20 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Lake City?

    Experience the best of Lake City with our house rentals, starting at about $130 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Do house rentals in Lake City have self check-in?

    Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with self check-in in Lake City. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Lake City have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 20 house rentals with a bbq area in Lake City. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Lake City?

    Lake City has more than 10 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

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