The Inn is just a 15-minute drive south to the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Station and most of the major restaurants, art galleries, and great shopping. Also, its only a 20-minute drive north to Durango Mountain Resort (formerly Purgatory Ski Resort), a great place to ski in the winter and to enjoy classical music with Music in the Mountains, hike, take the Alpine Slide, or have a picnic. Take a look at our Activities page for information on Mesa Verde National Park, fishing and fishing guides, jeeping and jeep tours, whitewater rafting and kayaking, horseback riding, and hiking.

While at the Apple Orchard Inn, enjoy mountain views, beautiful flower gardens and award-winning landscaping complete with trout ponds, waterfalls and streams. Each day starts with a full hearty breakfast prepared for each guest. All baked goods and jam is homemade "from scratch." Triple Chocolate Chip cookies are baked daily and are always available to guests. Complimentary wine and beer, as well as soft drinks, lemonade and iced tea and snacks are served each afternoon and evening. Gourmet dinners are also available at the Inn with advance reservations.