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Welcome to the Bee Bus – A Cozy One-of-a-Kind Tiny Home with Mountain Views

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Place, Animas River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mercy Regional Medical Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Durango

Located in Durango, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Animas River and Mercy Regional Medical Center. .This cottage is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and 11.8 mi (19 km) from Animas River Trail.

What's nearby

  • Animas River - 5 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 14 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Animas River Trail - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 14 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 18 min drive
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Pizza Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Serious Texas BAR-B-Q - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Durango Joe's Walmart Plaza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to the Bee Bus – A Cozy One-of-a-Kind Tiny Home with Mountain Views

Welcome to the Bee Bus – A One-of-a-Kind Retreat

Escape to the serenity of the Bee Bus, a lovingly converted school bus turned cozy tiny home, perched high on a mesa just 15 minutes south of town. Surrounded stunning 360-degree mountain views, this peaceful hideaway offers a unique stay for travelers looking to unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a touch of adventure.

Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable stay:
• A queen bed and a cozy twin loft bed
• A full bathroom with shower
• A fully equipped kitchen
• Thoughtful touches throughout to make you feel right at home

Whether you're sipping coffee on the steps while watching the sunrise or stargazing through the bus windows at night, the Bee Bus offers charm and tranquility you won’t find anywhere else. There is also a hot tub on the deck, and a sitting area with a fire pit.

The Bee Bus is located on the host’s private property, but you’ll enjoy your own driveway and private space. Please note: the host's two friendly dogs roam the property and love to greet guests—expect a warm (and wagging) welcome! You will also enjoy fresh chicken eggs upon arrival.

Come experience the magic of the Bee Bus—where school bus nostalgia meets modern comfort in the heart of the mountains.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Welcome to the Bee Bus – A Cozy One-of-a-Kind Tiny Home with Mountain Views Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved this little place! Perfect for 1-2 people. Nice quiet area with beautiful views from hot tub. Clean, neat, and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025