Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: Outdoorsman's Paradise

• Family Reunion

  Family Reunion

  • Guest Lisa
  • Date of stay 06/03/13
  • Review Submitted 06/10/13
  We rented both properties and were able to accommodate 6 families between them very comfortably. The scenery was beautiful and it was so nice to have such a large space to ourselves. We had plenty to do at the cabin and within an hour or so drive we explored a lot of great places...Mesa Verde, Cortez, Anasazi Heritage Center, Canyon of the Ancients, and Telluride. The accommodations were very comfortable and we all loved the cozy cabin feeling. Barb and Vincenzo were always available and eager to help with anything and answer questions. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay while enjoying the outdoors in Colorado.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Family Elk Hunting Trip

  Family Elk Hunting Trip

  • Guest David S.
  • Date of stay 09/01/12
  • Review Submitted 09/19/12
  Our party consisted of four hunters and four other family members staying in the Lodge, plus two more family members staying at Priest Gulch RV Campground just two miles away. The Lodge was our base camp, mid-day rendevous, restaurant, lounge and bunkhouse all wrapped into one beautiful home away from home. The owners accommodated our group in every way we could have wanted. Our hunting party had initially planned to "rough it" by camping in the National Forest, thinking we could save even more money on our public land, self-guided, first time elk hunting trip. When we considered the extra fuel cost of towing an RV from the east coast, and transporting our own bedding, portable toilet and shower, cooking utensils, etc., the advantages of renting this lodge became immediately apparent. We hunted mostly in the San Juan National Forest on Taylor Mesa, which was 12 miles away via a forest service access road. Every afternoon and every evening we would return to the lodge, eat supper, and fall into bed nursing our sore muscles. All agreed that the beds were very comfortable, and the hot showers were a luxury we just would not have had if we had been camping as planned. As one might assume, this lodge is not appointed like a luxury resort, or even a cruise ship. I hope it is never dressed up to the point one would label as "fancy". For outdoorsmen, this place is five star quality. And for the fishermen, you can easily catch your limit of rainbow trout across the road in the Dolores River, as we did several times. Bring them home and grill them on the porch for the freshest meal of trout you could ever have. For the rest of my life, my definition of Colorado, and of elk hunting, will be measured against the wonderful adventure we enjoyed at Bear Creek Mountain Lodge.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• A letter from content guests

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  A letter from content guests

  • Guest Elizabeth S. Texas
  • Date of stay 08/04/12
  • Review Submitted 08/25/12
  The house was great and my two aunts who are 88 were very comfortable. The hummingbirds were the highlight and Bill fussed constantly about keeping the feeder full of food. He must have filled the bottle at least two times each day and even made a special trip to Dolores for sugar! And my other cousins took several hundred pictures of the hummingbirds. Puzzles kept one aunt busy for many hours at a time. Above all, we were all content, happy and just had the best of time. It was the first time for all of us to take a trip together. I loved the fishing, cool weather and the birds. It was a great stay and I do hope that we can return. Thank you. And you have been more than gracious with all your communications with me. And from my past experiences, highly unusual but very appreciated. Again, thank you and Vincenzo couldn't have been better....even bringing me a stick for walking and just in case the bear appeared. We loved it all. I wish you the best.

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• Full Package

  Full Package

  • Guest Caitlyn O.
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 07/24/12
  The property had everything that was required to make my family have a pleasant stay in Colorado. I doubt that we could have found a warmer, happier, and Cozzier cabin. The ideal place to spend some time in Colorado and to enjoy spectacular views and unwind. I would recommend this cabin to any one who is looking for a get away. Within an hour of the cabin Durango had much to offer for shoppers. The best lobster bisque made on earth can be found in Dorango at Jean-Pierre. The one day locomotive train ride is a must. From the train you can enjoy breath taking scenery of valleys, and mountains.The train destination is a town called Silverton, a nice place to walk. To the north there is Telluride, where you can do some outrageously fun mountain biking! The cabin sits centrally to the mountains to the east, or the desert attractions to the west. We would definately recommend this cabin.

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• This is an outstanding choice for a large family vacation!

  This is an outstanding choice for a large family vacation!

  • Guest Clay and Melissa
  • Date of stay 06/25/12
  • Review Submitted 07/14/12
  This lodge is everything the owners claim and more. We were a large group, 8 adults and 9 children, and there was plenty of room for everyone. Our children ranged in age from 5 to 14 and the lodge was perfect for this group. We hiked the mountains behind the house, saw lots of wildlife including deer and hummingbirds, and relaxed on the deck The river below the lodge provided hours of entertainment for both adults and children, the kids splashed in the water and the adults fished for trout. The lodge is spacious and very well appointed, the rooms are very comfortable and the views are awesome. I had reservations about having an on-site host staying in the basement apartment, but Barbara and Vince were incredible hosts, there when you need them and invisible when you don't. Overall it was probably the best vacation we have ever taken, we all look forward to returning in the future. Our family would recommened this lodge to anyone looking for an awesome location that is secluded yet still close to all that Southwest Colorado has to offer.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Absolutely gorgeous getaway great for families

  Absolutely gorgeous getaway great for families

  • Guest Lisa
  • Date of stay 06/30/11
  • Review Submitted 10/03/11
  We have stayed at this lodge several times and it is a haven...we never want to leave! We have 3 young children and haven't had any problems as noted in the prior review. The lodge is very comfortable with more extras than other places we've stayed, and the onsite help was delightful. The views are superb and the wildlife is wonderful. We will be going back next year!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Beautiful Home not for small children

  Beautiful Home not for small children

  • Guest family of small children
  • Date of stay 07/16/11
  • Review Submitted 09/01/11
  We stayed here unbeknownst to us there was construction going on, there were nails all over the driveway, lots of breakable items in the house we had to move so the kids would not get to them. The cabinet in the kitchen was broken and put back in place so when we tried to open it, it fell off. Found some dirty dishes in the drawers one knife covered with who knows what kind of red substance. Stains on the rugs. We cleaned and scrubbed this place leaving it better than we found it and still didn't get our deposit back. This home is in a beautiful location, however I would never bring my small children here again. This home is not kid friendly.

  Recommended for: Age 55+.

  Owner response: We apologize for any inconvience, that is not our intention. We have taken great care in creating a safe and homey envirornment. Our guests, both before and after your stay, have all loved to vacation in our home. If you had allowed our host to remain on the property during your stay he would have been able to immediately address your concerns as they occured. This is an older family home and is at the end of its remodeling. We have removed the nails from the driveway and have instructed our cleaning staff to check all the cabinets for any soiled items. After our renters leave, we send them in to clean and trust that they charge the appropitate amount. Our housekeeper spent over seven hours cleaning after your departure. This amount was passed on to you and the remainder of the cleaning deposit was returned to you per the agreement. Our home is children friendly, there are games, movies, and the out-of-doors to play but they need to be supervised for their safety. This is especially important with a large group of children, which you had (11). The antiques inside are to create a friendly, inviting atmosphere but can be removed at your request. We heard that the children had a wonderful time playing in the spa and riding on your ATVs. Your suggestions are appreciated so we can continue to improve our accomodations. Sincerely, Barbara and Carol Bradley

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• nice place, lots of room

  nice place, lots of room

  • Guest Kevin
  • Date of stay 07/30/11
  • Review Submitted 08/20/11
  We enjoyed our stay. The place is homie with lots of room. Dining room table seated all 10 of us. Great for anyone with a large group. Lots of hiking and sightseeing within 1 hour. Convenient to Telluride and Mesa Verde.The kitchen was very functional and organized. The owner is friendly and very reasonable to deal with. WIFI was decent, considering the very rural location. Beds and furniture are comfortable. Highly recommended.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• We had a GREAT week, thanks Barbara!

  We had a GREAT week, thanks Barbara!

  • Guest Lee A.
  • Date of stay 07/23/11
  • Review Submitted 08/05/11
  We had a group of six, 2 adults and 4 teenagers. We were all VERY comfortable, and loved the location! We hiked to the top of the mountain, we played in the river, and just enjoyed relaxing on the porch with the hummingbirds fighting over possession of the multiple feeders. We spent time in Telluride (DO NOT go the Floradora saloon, if you have a large party...), Durango, Silverton, etc. and this was a nice centralized location for reasonable access to all of them. The cabin far enough away from the towns to give you enough quietness to relax, but only about 20 minutes drive to get to stores - a nice balance! The weather (late July) was awesome. I guess there is heat and maybe air conditioning, but all we needed to do was open/close windows to regulate the temperature in the house - we never even looked for any "normal" HVAC controls. We had to work hard to break a sweat :-)

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Hunting in Colorado

  Hunting in Colorado

  • Guest Daniellw
  • Date of stay 10/20/10
  • Review Submitted 11/11/10
  I rented the cabin for my husband and his friend in the last of October in 2010 for a hunting trip. The cabin was very spacious and clean, The views were wonderful. When they arrived the leaves had the country side full of colors. While we were there we got a good snow. It's like we got to see two seasons at once. I can't say enough about the owners they are wonderful people.

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Additional information about rental rates

June 15-August 10 5-7 night minimum. Saturday to Saturday preferred

2 night deposit to hold reservation.

Full payment due 60 days in advance.

Cancellation: $100 for 61 or more days in advance. 2 nights deposit for less than 60 days. No refund once occupancy taken (no refunds for early departure).

Additional Fees and Taxes:

SPECIAL: 20% OFF THE DAILY RATE FOR STAYS OF THREE OR MORE DAYS UNTIL JUNE 22, 2013. NEW BOOKINGS ONLY.

$10/day/person for over eight guests

Tax 4.8%

Refundable Cleaning Deposit $200

Nonrefundable pet deposit $75 (Pets must be approved in advance.)

$49 damage insurance