Croll Cabins-Armstrong Library- #5 at Vallecito Lake, private lawn, great views! | Cabin in Bayfield

Armstrong Library (1200 sq ft) is a lakeside two story cabin with splendid lake and mountain views from the screened in porch and huge lakeside lawn. This cabin has a large living room with a fireplace and is nice and bright, with a table seating 4 for card games or a great place for breakfast. And dining room seating for 6. Newly remodeled in spring 2025. There are 3 bedrooms. One with a king bed downstairs and two bedrooms upstairs. One has a king bed and twin bed. The other a queen and double.
CROLL CABINS WELCOMES YOU
We’re a family-owned property featuring 6 cabins. Escape to this hidden gem nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, where adventure and relaxation meet. Our cabins provide an unforgettable vacation experience.
Croll Cabins is a great place for family reunions and for retreats. Check out our additional listings on property: VRBO 2740149, VRBO 2740729, VRBO 2740621, VRBO 2740772, and VRBO 2740861.
✭"...thank you for the great cabin and all the work you did to make our stay here wonderful. It was so peaceful and magical..."
✭"...Beautiful stay! Enjoyed the lake, the fire pit conversations, the space, and the wonderful stars. This place is truly such a beautiful find…"
LOCATION
Nestled on the eastern shore of Vallecito Reservoir, the cabins are surrounded by 961 acres of recreational land, providing plenty of outdoor activities right nearby, and averages over 300 sunny days a year. Croll Cabins is 45 minutes from Durango, Colorado, known for its Durango to Silverton train ride and historic downtown. Purgatory Ski Area is just over an hour, and Wolf Creek Ski area is an hour and a half. Pagosa Springs, CO is about an hour and a half away, boasting of the world’s deepest hot springs.
ARMSTRONG LIBRARY (CABIN 5, ORANGE TRIM)
*This Cabin Sleeps 9*
*Bedroom 1: King Bed
*Bedroom 2: King Bed and Twin Bed
*Bedroom 3: Queen Bed and Double Bed
*Bathroom 1: has bathtub/shower combo and storage cupboard
*Bathroom 2: Walk-in shower
There is a fully stocked kitchen for cooking meals with pots, pans, knives, utensils, dinnerware, baking dishes, toaster, a microwave, and a coffee pot. There is an oven and fridge/freezer.
The living area is quaint and cozy, with a wood stove, a couch and loveseat. There is a Smart TV with Starlink Internet for Streaming. Firewood is provided during cooler weather.
*There is a large parking area adjacent to the cabin.
Guest Access
The cabin and the entire Croll Cabins Property (appx. 15 acres) are available for guest use, providing plenty of places to walk and green space for games. The property is bordered by San Juan National Forest and Vallecito Reservoir.
Armstrong Library is a lakefront/riverfront cabin (seasonal water levels/rainfall dependent - see below).
Croll Cabins has kayaks, a canoe, and paddleboards for guest use, free of charge; life jackets are also provided and required.
The property has many picnic tables and grills, including at least one for each cabin. Additional tables can be moved on an as-needed basis.
DAY USE FEE
Group events (such as birthday parties and family gatherings) are allowed on property for the day, with a curfew of 9 PM. There is a charge of $10 per day per person. Price Bunkhouse has a limit of 14 people (including renters).
THINGS TO DO
A few of our favorite activities available in the immediate Vallecito area include:
*Backpacking *Fishing *Birding
*Cross Country Skiing *Hiking *Biking
*Kayaking *Photography *Rock Climbing
*Fly fishing *Sailing *Horseback Riding
*Wildlife Viewing *Snowmobiling *Hunting
PETS
**There is a $20 fee per night per dog** (excluding service dogs)
**Max two dogs**
*Your dog must be friendly and house-trained.
*Your dog must always be supervised by you or put in a crate if left alone.
*You will be charged for any damage caused by your dog
*Dogs are not allowed on furniture such as couches and beds
*Dogs must be leashed while on the property
*Owner responsible for pet waste
ACCESS TO PROPERTY
Access is via private dirt road (.5mi from North, 4.5mi from South); while the road is open to the public from May – September, it may be gated during the rest of the year, access codes will be provided as needed. Access from the South is gated by the Forest Service for Cross Country Skiing from December to April. Cabins accessible via groomed ski trails snow permitting, December – April.
LAKE LEVELS
Vallecito is a reservoir that provides water for La Plata County. As such, we have no control over lake levels and can vary as much as 20 feet. It isn’t uncommon for water levels to be so high that it can affect plumbing in a few of the cabins for a few weeks during the summer. Port-a-potties will be on-site near affected cabins if this is the case. There is also a bath/shower house up the hill for use in extreme cases. We understand this can be frustrating and will provide a discount if this affects your stay.
Due to the nature of the property and the cabin size, for each undeclared guest that exceeds the number of people the cabin sleeps, there will be a $100 fine per person per night. Please be mindful of the cabin’s capacity when booking and plan accordingly. Each cabin is different, and a larger cabin or multiple cabins might suit your group better.
WINTER ACCESS
4WD/AWD May be required from November / March, the property is plowed, however, one hill must be traversed for access, and we cannot guarantee snow will be plowed at arrival.
WEATHER CANCELLATIONS
****We can not predict or control the weather, so we don't offer refunds due to inclement weather. Please keep this in mind when booking; if this is a concern, we recommend purchasing travel insurance (AirBNB provides this while checking out!).****
Hosts are on-site to help with any issues, including access during winter.

Croll Cabins-Armstrong Library- #5 at Vallecito Lake, private lawn, great views! is located in Bayfield. Croll Cabins-Armstrong Library- #5 at Vallecito Lake, private lawn, great views! provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, View, among other amenities. This Cabin features Pet Friendly, TV, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Croll Cabins-Armstrong Library- #5 at Vallecito Lake, private lawn, great views! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bayfield has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Bayfield, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.