Apple Orchard Inn

We loved our stay at the Apple Orchard Inn. The Inn is on a beautiful site about 20 minutes outside the wonderful town of Durango. We really enjoyed walking around the grounds of the Inn and looking at the flowers. Our room (in the main house) was well equipped and comfortable and we valued the free bottled water. The breakfast was wonderful, and also a sociable time as we enjoyed talking to other guests. The owners were very helpful, friendly and hospitable - for instance we needed to eat early one morning in order to get the Durango train excursion, and the owners were very helpful in getting us out on time. We really wished we could have stayed longer.

We upgraded to a cottage that became available just before our arrival. It was like heaven! We had a porch with rocking chairs and a swing which we took full advantage of by toasting our arrival in Durango. The cottage was quaint and romantic and perfect for our vacation stay. The bed was so comfortable and the AC worked efficiently. The grounds were lushly planted with natural foliage and stunning flowers. The green lawns invited taking off one's shoes to feel the cool, soft grass caress one's toes (coming from the desert this was a true delight!). Little streams ran throughout the property. Chickens clucked and socialized in their coop, and presumably laid the eggs we enjoyed for breakfast the next morning. The breakfast apple compote was divine and set the stage for the delicious homemade quiche (we had a selection of three) and the scrumptious coffee cake. The indoor dining area was charming and gave us the opportunity to chat with our hosts who were both very interesting, accomplished and engaging people. There was a beautiful, lush patio area as well in which many guests chose to sit to enjoy their breakfast. Before we departed, we ordered a fresh baked apple pie - OMG, it was beyond delicious! We snacked on it during the rest of our road trip and it just got better!

Jim and Leslie were delightful hosts. They go beyond to make their guests feel at home, from home baked treats, made to order breakfasts, and helpful hints to the local attractions. The grounds are just beautiful with gardens, a babbling brook, and ponds complete with paring ducks. The Durango Silverton narrow gage train runs by the back of the property to make for some great photos. The Inn sits in a quiet rural community 10 minutes from the heart of historic Durango. We will definitely be returning to the Apple Orchard Inn the next visit to Durango.

Loved how well cared for the chickens were. They had a beautiful, clean safe home. Host touched rim of glads when served drinks. Didnt like the notes up in the room . There will be a charge for stained sheets…tacky❗️Just charge more…. Fresh flowers only on the tables, even if it’s one flower in a bud vase, silk flowers are😩😱

Jim and Leslie are amazing hosts and it definitely felt like a home away from home. The breakfasts were delicious and the hosts provide a community setting with others who are exploring Durango as well. They gave plenty of great recommendations, such as snowmobiling and the Durango hot springs and they did not disappoint! We are already talking about going back later and renting the cottages with our family.