Meet The People Behind Your Stay

Our Story
Durango Colorado Vacations

What We Value
How We Host
Meet The Team
The People Behind It

Owner
Lorie Somermeyer
Lorie is inhabited by multiple personalities. As a real estate broker, entrepreneur, business strategist, world traveler, and mom, she combines real-world business experience with creative problem solving (what else would you expect from someone who single-handedly raised 3 kids while running a full-time business?). She almost always wears black, but she thinks in Technicolor. Lorie has been living in Durango full time for 16 years, soaking up the beauty of Colorado. Favorites: Lemon Drop Martini · Playa Ancon, Trinidad, Cuba · Fuzzy Kittens

Vacation Specialist / Guest Relations
Jen Peterson
As a local business owner for 19 years in Durango, Jen brings savvy and marketing smarts to the team. "Make it happen" is her middle name (not hyphenated). Ask her any question about Durango and she knows the answer or where to find it. Guests consistently rave about her ability to understand what they need and her willingness to go the extra mile. She's been a fixture here long enough to know every shortcut and every trail worth the drive. Favorites: Castle Rock hike · The Chris and Jen Wrap from RGP's · Skyline mountain bike trail

Vacation Specialist / Guest Relations
Chris Naylor
Chris has a deep love for Colorado and all things Durango. Whether he's finding the perfect accommodations for a discerning guest or working through an unusual challenge, he brings outstanding customer service and a lot of heart to everything he does. There's a way he has of making things better: a solution appears, the mood lifts, and somehow it all comes together. With a lot of ambition and even more warmth, you can count on him to deliver, and always with a smile. Favorites: Lime Creek fishing hole · His dog Rocky · Bookcase and the Barber speakeasy

Vacation Specialist / Guest Relations
Hannah Peterson
When she's not finding you the perfect vacation spot, you'll catch Hannah on her Nordic skis, out for a run, or mountain biking with her Blue Heeler, Pali. She has a passion for freshly groomed trails and a genuine knack for booking cozy cabins. She knows what makes a mountain escape feel right, and she brings that same instinct to every guest she works with. Equal parts enthusiasm and commitment, with a smile that never quits on you. Favorites: Pepperoni and cheese trail snack · Reality TV guilty pleasure · June 10th (her birthday!)

Vacation Specialist / Guest Relations
Andrea Carroll
After relocating from Northern Nevada more than five years ago, Andrea fell hard for Colorado and hasn't looked back. She still says it feels like she's on vacation every day, which makes helping others plan theirs a pretty perfect fit. With a background in real estate, marketing, and hospitality, she's always happy to share local favorites. Off the clock, you'll find her hiking, camping, exploring backroads with her three adventure-loving dogs, or tracking down the next great hot spring. Favorites: Any hike that ends at a hot spring · Road trip crew: Chipper, Remy & Chaka · Sunflower seeds and iced tea
Talk To Us
Lorie Somermeyer
lorie@vacationdurango.com
Jen Peterson
jen@vacationdurango.com
Chris Naylor
chris@vacationdurango.com
Hannah Peterson
hannah@vacationdurango.com
Andrea Carroll
andrea@vacationdurango.com
Durango Colorado Vacations
hello@vacationdurango.com
Why Book With Us
What Sets Us Apart

Exclusive Rental Properties
Our rentals are privately owned condos, cabins and houses, so you can pick the one that fits your group and your budget.
Condos, cabins, townhomes and houses
Room for groups of up to 20 guests
Everyone stays under one roof

Luxury Amenities
Every home comes with wifi and heating. Select homes add hot tubs, fireplaces and game rooms for a true resort feel.
Wifi and heating in every home
Mountain views from most homes
Hot tubs and fireplaces in select homes

Full-Service Property Management
We don't just list homes and hope for the best. Every property is cleaned and inspected before and after each arrival.
Cleaned and inspected between stays
Owners get management, not just a listing
Locally owned and running since 2005

