Location: Grand Lake, Northwest, Colorado, USA (Borders Rocky Mtn. Nat'l Park & COLO River; Near Winter Park)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Enjoy the pristine beauty of Grand Lake and the Colorado River Valley, just 2 hours northwest of Denver. Big Bear Retreat is a 2600 sq. ft. custom log home located on secluded, private Sun Valley Lake. It is bordered by Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapahoe National Forest.
Hand-crafted from massive, native logs this new home has a giant wrap-around deck allowing you to sit outside and enjoy the peaceful view of the lake. Watch for elk in our meadow from the large front windows. The home has two master suites on the main level that both open up to the deck and two bedrooms in the lower level with private entrances. There are three full bathrooms and a steam shower enclosure in the master bath.
The Great Room features large windows for viewing wildlife, vaulted ceilings and a large wood burning stove. The large modern kitchen features an island cooking/eating area and is fully equipped. Handmade log furniture and many personal touches make the house a truly special place! In the lower level a large Recreation Room features a ping pong table, foosball table and numerous games.
In summer, walk via private access to the Colorado River for fly fishing or use our canoe and pedal boat (life vests and paddles provided) to fish in our private lake which is stocked each spring. Enjoy miles of hiking trails in nearby Rocky Mountain National Park and Arapahoe National Forest. Grand Lake's excellent public golf course is just 2 miles from the house and other courses are nearby. In Grand Lake village you can rent ATV's, motorbikes, bicycles and more. Horseback rides are available within walking distance from the house.
The three nearby "big lakes" (Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain, Lake Granby) offer many boating and fishing options. Rent paddle boats, motor boats, pontoons, jet skis and more at one of the marinas.
In the winter, Grand Lake is known as the "Snowmobile Capital of Colorado" with miles of exciting trails to explore. Sleds can be rented just around the corner from us at the trailhead. Also enjoy cross country skiing, snow shoeing, and sleigh rides. Winter Park and Sol Vista ski resorts offer great downhill skiing options.
Come share this special place and enjoy a piece of "real Colorado!"
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Laundry room in the lower level
- Dryer: Laundry room in the lower level
- Linens Provided: Each room is beautifully decorated with designer bedding
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Please call to make arrangements for snow removal if bringing snowmobiles. No RVs allowed in our development
- Wood Stove: Wood for the stove is located on the deck.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed: Full Size bed on lower part and a twin size bed on the upper part
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Sauna: Steam shower in the Master Bath
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Large gormet kitchen fully furnished
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Weber gas grill on the deck
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Canoe and a pedal boat are supplied with life vests and paddles
- Mountain View: View of Never Summer Range in Rocky Mountain National Park
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
FALL SEASON SPECIAL - $300/NIGHT WITH 2 NIGHT MINIMUM
Summer Season (June-Sept) ........ $350-400/nt (5-6 night minimum)
Winter Season (Dec-Mar) .......... $300/nt (2 night minimum)
Off Season (Apr, May, Oct, Nov) .. Special weekend packages; call for pricing
$400 Damage Deposit refunded after cleaning & inventory taken
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
We love the mountains of Colorado and have spent most of our lives here. It has always been our dream to build a log house to share with family and friends. We enjoy skiing, hiking, and boating.
Why the Owner Chose Grand Lake
We have always enjoyed the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park. We found this quiet property that boarders the park and sits on the shores of a small pristine lake several years ago and decided to build a log house on this site. The property was once a dude ranch and was homesteaded in the early 1900's. It still has a ranch feel with barns and large meadows.
The Unique Benefits of this House
We always feel refreshed after staying here. The property is in a very quiet location away from the crowds that are in many mountain resort towns. There are many opportunities to enjoy nature here - watching flocks of geese on the lake, observing moose in their habitat, elk grazing in the meadow in front of the house in the evenings, a vast sky full of stars at night. It is a retreat away from the busy stresses of life.
Property Photos
- Big Bear Retreat is a hand-crafted custom log home. - Grand Lake, CO - Colorado Vacation Lodging Rental - Custom Log Home on Secluded Private Lake!
- Pristine Sun Valley Lake in the summer - Grand Lake, CO - Colorado Vacation Lodging Rental - Custom Log Home on Secluded Private Lake!
- Back Deck overlooks the lake and woods behind the house - Grand Lake, CO - Colorado Vacation Lodging Rental - Custom Log Home on Secluded Private Lake!
- The Great Room features high vaulted ceilings
- Great Room with entertainment center with handcrafted log furniture
- Great Room - huge windows look out to playground and meadow beyond.
- Family and friends gather 'round a large dining table for food and fun.
- Large gourmet kitchen with island accomodates several cooks
- Master Bedroom #1 - walkout to the back deck with a beautiful view of the lake
- Master Bedroom #2 - queen size bed with private deck toward the lake
- Bedroom #3 - Full size bed with twin bunk plus an additional twin size bed
- Bedroom #4 - Queen size bed with an additional twin bed
- Rec room with ping pong and foosball is very popular with the kids!
- Sun Valley Lake is stocked with trout - Fishing permit required from the owner
- We provide a canoe and a pedal boat with life vests for our guests to use.
- Children will enjoy the swings and fort to play in
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