The small town of Telluride, Colorado is one of the top ski destinations in the world, thanks to its heavy annual snowfall and many skiable acres in the area. It’s a beautiful mountain town to visit at any time of the year though, with some great hiking and stunning scenery for photo ops too. If you’re interested in checking it out, there are some excellent Airbnb and Vrbo rentals to make your stay extra fun and comfortable. Here are the coolest vacation and cabin rentals in Telluride, Colorado for inspiration.
Four-Bedroom Mountain Village Luxury Log Home
There’s something really special about staying in a mountain chalet in Telluride, such as this 3,000-square-foot space that sleeps 11 people. It has four bedrooms, seven beds, and 4.5 baths for your large group. Guests love it here because of the private ski-in/ski-out access and view of the San Sophia Ridge. The home has a deck with a gas grill, fireplace, garage with ski racks, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. It’s located in the residential Lodges on Sundance Association in Upper Mountain Village, so it’s close to the grocery store and free gondola that takes you to the town of Telluride and base of Mountain Village.
High Altitude Luxury - Secluded Alpine Lodge - Surrounded by National Forest
Here’s a Telluride cabin that sleeps up to 18 people and has three bedrooms and three baths. The cabin offers a rustic luxury experience that’s remote and convenient at the same time. The home is pet-friendly for up to two pets and with an extra per day pet fee. It’s known as the Red Mountain Alpine Lodge and at 11,000-feet on Red Mountain Pass. Amenities provided with your stay include laundry machines, Wi-Fi, and a well-equipped kitchen.
Private Log Home
In a space of 3,671 square feet, this cabin rental has five bedrooms, three full baths, and two half baths to accommodate up to 10 people. It’s a three-level log home among the aspen trees and in an ideal setting to explore Telluride. It’s a good idea to have an AWD vehicle in the winter to access the home due to snow. It’s fun to soak in the Jacuzzi and look up at the stars after a long day of outdoor adventures.
Alta Lakes Observatory - Rustic Mountain Cabin Outside Telluride
Available to rent on Vrbo, this luxurious rental cabin is 2,400 square feet in size and can sleep up to 12 people. The cabin was hand-built in the early 1970s and has three bedrooms, nine beds, and 1.5 baths. This home is 13 miles from Telluride, so book this option if you don’t mind being a little further from town and more in the backcountry. It has a hot tub, sauna, decks, and stained-glass windows. The home is adjacent to the Telluride ski area and accessible by snowmobile, skiing, or snowshoeing from the ski area. People use this space in the summer for group events and small weddings. Up to two dogs of any size can stay here for an extra fee per pet for your stay.
Pacific Street Townhome 522A
You can rent this townhouse in Telluride for your group of up to six people and use the three bedrooms, five beds, and 3.5 baths. The rental includes a modern kitchen, dining table, TVs, laundry machines, and free Wi-Fi. Meanwhile, the outside area has a small yard and cute front patio. You can cozy up by the fireplace after a fun day of skiing out on the slopes nearby.
Elegant Mountain Cottage in Private Neighborhood with Ski Access
Guests enjoy this mountain cottage that sleeps four people and is about 800 square feet in size. It has two bedrooms and two baths. The home is in the quiet neighborhood of Mountain Village and has a shared hot tub with the main house. You’ll be between Double Cabin and Bridges ski runs on Lift 10 here. The ski access is about 200 yards from the cottage. You can enjoy so much seasonal recreation here beyond just skiing, such as fly fishing, mountain biking, ice climbing, and sleigh rides.
Sunny Four-Bedroom Comfortable Telluride Home
This comfy Telluride home has four bedrooms and 2.5 baths for your fun stay in the Colorado mountains. It comes with a deck, garage, outdoor patio, and outdoor jetted hot tub on the deck too. You’ll be close to the free local bus and be able to walk to town, the ski area, and the market from here. Book this Airbnb property for a place that’s spacious, sunny, and that has great views. The home features a kitchen, TV with cable, and Wi-Fi too.
Ski In/Out, In Town, Hot Tubs, Garage, Spotless
There are numerous condos available to rent in Telluride, such as this one for two guests. It has one bedroom and one bath on Lift 7. You’ll be close to the gondola, downtown, Town Park, and the free shuttle from here. The home is in a quiet complex on the San Miguel River. It comes with a queen-size bed, cable TV, laundry machines, and two outdoor hot tubs to use.
The Blue Collar Boutique
Another Airbnb rental worth considering is this corner unit that sleeps three people and is steps from the chairlift. There’s also a hot tub for guests to use onsite. It’s fun to stay here when you come to explore all that Telluride has to offer in all four seasons. For sleeping, there’s one queen-size bed and one single bed. Your rental here includes a small fridge, microwave, stove, assorted coffee and tea, and complimentary adult beverages too. This is a pet-friendly rental with an extra fee.
Wildwood Canyon Inn-Alpen Rose Room
There are four rooms available to rent at this property, including the Alpine Rose Room here on the second floor of the three-story building. The room has a king-size bed, shower, and private balcony. It’s decorated with sophisticated furnishings and includes access to a common area on the third floor. You can use the shared kitchen to prepare your meals. Guests renting this room also get to use the outdoor deck and hot tub that are shared.
Sunny Historic Victorian Home
Four guests can stay in this residential rental home that has three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. It’s in the center of Telluride and half a block from Main Street. You can walk to everything from this Victorian house that has a backyard, porch, and sunny kitchen. There’s a boot room that’s perfect for stashing your ski gear, which is great because the home is just 2.5 blocks from the gondola and Lift 8. Renting this space includes access to the ground floor and second floor of the home.
Box Canyon Boutique
The Box Canyon Boutique is a vacation rental that’s a one-bedroom condo with great views from the balcony. It’s by the San Miguel River and a great getaway spot in the heart of Telluride. The condo comes with a full kitchen, bath, dining area, lounging area, and hot tub that is near the banks of the river. The hot tub is a shared space, and there are in-unit laundry machines too. You can walk out the door to access the river trail that leads to the Bear Creek Preserve. It’s also possible to walk to everything else in the town of Telluride too. Pets are welcome here with an extra pet fee that covers one or two pups.
Clean & Cozy Studio #017506
With this condo rental, you’ll be in a great location with ski lifts just across the river. There’s a shuttle stop out front and the river trail that connects you to downtown and trails. The rental comes with a full-size kitchen and has a spa area that is generally available for guests (check the listing for current availability). Other common areas you’ll have access to include picnic tables, a steam room, and free parking. It’s a great spot for two people in Telluride.
Stay and Play in Telluride
Be in the heart of Mountain Village with a stay at this one-bedroom, one-bathroom home. It also has a gourmet kitchen, gas fireplace, TV, comfy queen sleeper sofa, and sunny balcony to enjoy the mountain air. When you’re at this condo, you can walk to the ski slopes, gondola stations, conference center, shops, and restaurants. Guests find this place convenient because there are laundry machines onsite, as well as kitchen basics, bathroom toiletries, and no need to have a car because of the easy transportation options.
No Car Needed - Minutes to Everything
Ten people can stay in this Telluride rental home that’s in walking distance from everything in Telluride. This includes easy access to the ski slopes, historic district, and grocery store. The views from the home are lovely too. In total, the home has four bedrooms, eight beds, and two baths for your group. It also features a kitchen, hot tub, TV, and Wi-Fi.
Beautiful Mountain View Condo in the Heart of Town
Another great condo rental in Telluride is this Airbnb listing that’s a sunny and modern studio. It sleeps four guests and has one bedroom and one bath. The interior offers laundry machines, new furniture and appliances, hardwood floors, and granite kitchen countertops. It’s located directly across from Chair 7 for easy ski access. The center of town is just a short walk away. Also, right across the street is the river trail that connects you to the trails and downtown. Your Airbnb host is a full-time local who can answer questions or be available if you need anything.
Stunning River & Mountain Views, Top Floor
Here’s a top-level Viking Lodge condo where you can enjoy views of the ski resort and river. It sleeps up to four people (maximum two adults). The bedroom has a king-size bed, and there’s a sofa bed in the common space. The home has a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, a private deck, and in-unit laundry machines. In the lodge complex, you’ll have access to the shared amenities, including a heated pool, hot tub, and BBQs. The property is a four-minute walk to Lift 7 and the ticket window for skiing.
