PropertyDurango (United States)

The Iconic Historic Day House - A Downtown Durango Gem Tucked at the end of 3rd Avenue, overlooking the Animas River, the historic Day House offers a rare blend of riverfront serenity and downtown convenience. This meticulously restored Victorian home combines historical charm with modern luxury. Once the residence of David Day, a Civil War hero and newspaper publisher, the home retains its original character while boasting luxurious upgrades. **1st Floor** Entering The Day House, you're greeted by a stylish entertainment room with stained concrete floors, reclaimed wood, hand-hewn stone walls, and a 84 Sony TV with surround sound. The centerpiece is a 360-bottle wine wall, complemented by a Sub-Zero 42-bottle, 2-zone wine cooler. This floor also includes a guest bathroom, private bedroom, and a laundry room with storage for shoes and gear. **2nd Floor** Ascending the walnut staircase, you reach the heart of the home—an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area that flows onto covered porches overlooking the Animas River. The gourmet kitchen features Jenn-Air appliances, custom cherry cabinets, and a mix of concrete slab and butcher block countertops. Reclaimed barn wood, walnut floors, and custom cabinetry highlight the home’s history. Wolf range/oven, Bosch fridge, and stainless farmhouse sink complete the kitchen, which is accented by glass mosaic tiles. The living area is filled with natural light from metal-clad windows, offering views of the landscaped backyard and river. French doors lead to a covered porch, perfect for indoor-outdoor living. A Wolf grill with infrared rotisserie, side and sear burners off the back deck. Sumptuous primary suite includes a sitting area with a gas fireplace, walk in closet and a luxurious bathroom with a polished concrete sink and oversized rain shower. An additional bedroom or office has access to the covered porch. **3rd Floor** The top floor features another bedroom suite, a private bathroom, and a built-in desk overlooking the river and the train trestle. The Victorian-style turret, with a silver leaf ceiling by local artist Mariah Kaminsky, serves as a cozy reading nook. **Outdoor Features** The professionally landscaped grounds include cascading boulder steps, custom ironwork by Rod Pickett, and two seating areas with fire pits. A curving staircase leads to private access to the Animas River. Enjoy front-row views of the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train as it passes by. **Additional Features** The home is equipped with Masonite siding, in-floor hydronic heating, and two mini-split AC systems. An oversized two-car garage with EV charger plus gear room with ample storage. One guest parking space in addition to the garage. All windows and doors are KOLBE w/ IGCC & IGMA insulating glass certification which provide superior insulation. **Prime Location** Just blocks from Main Street, The Day House offers easy access to Durango’s vibrant shops, brew pubs, restaurants, and music venues. The nearby Animas River Trail is perfect for walking, running, or biking. Numerous mountain biking and hiking trails are minutes away, and Purgatory Resort is just a 30-minute drive away. Walk out your back door and go tubing, rafting, kayaking, fly fishing or paddle boarding. The Day House is an iconic piece of Durango’s history, lovingly restored and updated for modern living—a rare opportunity to own a unique property in a picturesque setting. A furnishings & artwork package is available for purchase separate from the home sale.