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Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: Outdoorsman's Paradise [#300200] | View Property

Dolores
Bear Creek. 6 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 Kitchens Sleeps up to 15
$325/nt US Dollars
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Traveler Reviews (13)

• 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: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, 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: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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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: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, 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: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, 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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• 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: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, 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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  • Guest Hunters from North Carolina
  • Date of stay 10/20/10
  • Review Submitted 11/01/10
  The guys made it home on Saturday, they said that thay had a wonderful time and that the lodge was very nice. They said it had all the comforts of home and much more.

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• Wonderful place for a vacation!

  Wonderful place for a vacation!

  • Guest Renee'
  • Date of stay 07/13/10
  • Review Submitted 07/21/10
  My family had a wonderful time staying at this lodge. Communication with the owners was fabulous: all of our questions were answered; our needs were addressed; they were very easy to reach. The photos and descriptions are accurate. Our only surprise was that everything was better than we expected! The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was very well appointed (the owners even had spices, baking ingredients, pancake syrup, etc. available for our use!), laundry was convenient, and the view --breathtaking! We saw hummingbirds, chipmunks, deer, elk, numerous birds and more stars than we'd ever seen - all from comfortable lounges on the deck. We were within an easy round trip drive to Mesa Verde, El Morro, Aztec Ruins, Monument Valley, Navajo Memorial, San Juan Skyway, Ouray and other places we didn't have time to see. It was so nice to come back "home" each evening, cook a meal and relax on the deck, read in easy chairs or watch a movie. And then to end each day, we went to sleep by the sound of the Dolores River. We didn't want to leave. Thanks!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Great Accommodation for a Family

  Great Accommodation for a Family

  • Guest no nickname available
  • Date of stay 06/02/10
  • Review Submitted 06/16/10
  My family and I decided to go to Colorado for some outdoor adventures and relaxation. This was the perfect place for both! A lodge tucked up on the hill of a beautiful valley with the most spectacular views. The lodge was very clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed and more. We really enjoyed cooking our own meals in the kitchen and grilling on the spacious deck (where we ate most of our meals). On several occasions, we went hiking in the morning up in the valley behind the lodge. At the top of one of the hills there were amazing views of the valley below. On the way back, my son spotted some “big birds”, which turned out to be a group of turkeys. That was the first time my kids have seen turkey that wasn’t sliced up on their plate. We drove to Durango and rode the train from Durango to Silverton on the Narrow Gauge Railroad. The breathtaking views of the canyons made it a very enjoyable trip for the entire family. The kids were tired by the time we arrived in Silverton, so we rode on a bus back to Durango. The following day, my husband took the kids fishing in the Dolores River right down the hill from the lodge. I stayed back and spent the day enjoying the peace and quiet. A restful day of reading on the deck and watching some classic movies was perfect for a hard-working, tired mom. :) Overall, the trip was fantastic and the accommodation was perfect for the entire family. I will definitely recommend this lodge to my family and friends. We plan to come back next year! Thank you for everything!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• A Great Getaway with Friends!

  A Great Getaway with Friends!

  • Guest No nickname avaliable
  • Date of stay 05/08/10
  • Review Submitted 06/09/10
  My boyfriend and I have been living in Tucson Arizona and was looking for a rental to meet old friends from Denver Colorado. Bear Creek Mountain Lodge was the perfect place to meet half way to reunite. We partically enjoyed the serenity and peacefulness of the forest. One of the highlights was the day I stepped onto the deck and was startled by the appearance of four elk up the valley. I made a gasp and almost scared them away but they hung around long enough for all of us to enjoy. The atmosphere of the cabin was very charming and welcoming. Our bed was super comfortable and we loved that we had the fireplace to keep us warm. The kitchen was fully furnished so we enjoyed cooking our meals together. The cabin was close enough to Mountain Village where there is a Health Food grocery store and a free gondola that takes you into Telluride. The waterfalls in Telluride and the scenery on the drive there was beautiful. We also had a great time visiting Mesa Verde Ruins. There were many stops along the way and it took us back in time. We loved socializing, playing game, and soaking in the hot tub after a long day of hiking. Our dogs had tons of fun running in the wild chasing the ground squirrels and each other too. It was easy to set up the lodge through Barb Bradley and the price was very affordable for the sixth of us. I reccommend staying there for anyone who likes to get away from the big city. My friends and I had the best time getting reacquainted and enjoyed each others company in a wonderful setting.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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