NEW! Serene 7BR Nature Lover’s Lodge Near Dolores
About the property
- Cabin4000 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms7
- Sleeps21
- Bathrooms3
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay5 nights
Escape to your own mountain paradise with this spacious 7-bedroom, 3.5-bath family lodge in Dolores. Offering accommodations for 21 guests, 2 full kitchens and an unbeatable location on 11 private acres of Colorado wilderness, this cabin is perfect for family reunions, friend retreats or a simple weekend getaway! Relax on the furnished deck admiring the spectacular views of Dolores River Valley, or partake in seasonal outdoor adventures like snowshoeing and hiking - directly from the backyard!
THE PROPERTY
Master Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): King Bed | Master Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): King Bed, Pullout Bed | Bedroom 3 (Aspen Room): Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Forget Me Not): 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 5 (Mudroom) Twin-over-Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 6 (Family Bedroom): King Bed, Twin-over-Full Bunk Bed, Twin Bed, Twin Trundle Bed | Bedroom 7: Queen Bed
Break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with this marvelous family lodge, nestled away above the Dolores River on 11 acres of private land, decorated with lush Ponderosa Pine and Aspen tree meadows. The property boasts 4,000 square feet of living space, rustic Northwoods decor, and several gathering areas to further elevate your mountain experience.
Cozy up with your group around the fireplace in the large living room for a movie night on the flat-screen cable TV. Another inviting common area you’ll love is the sunny family room, featuring a small table, plush furniture and wide picture windows that frame spectacular views of the Dolores River Valley and the Bear Creek drainage.
The lodge is complete with 2 full kitchens to add convenience for large groups; the primary kitchen is located on the main floor with a large prep island and barstool seating, while the other is found upstairs and stocked with all the same essentials! Share your meals in the formal dining room with seating for 14+.
When you’re ready to retire for the evening, you’ll find that each bedroom is spacious and comfortable with high-quality linens. With varying accommodations to sleep 21 guests, everyone will find the perfect spot to rest their head!
Two of the main highlights of this Dolores lodge is the large, second story deck and sunny south-facing porch, where you can kick back and unwind amongst the tall Ponderosa Pines and rustling Aspens. These spots are great for wildlife viewing, stargazing or simply relaxing to the sounds of nature! In the summer, stay entertained for hours watching hundreds of silly hummingbirds dancing around the porch feeders.
THE LOCATION
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! This cozy mountain abode is ideally located near fantastic hiking, fishing, and birding opportunities.
Cast your line on the Dolores River just below the lodge, or head right out the back door to for a day of hiking and hunting, with formal trails nearby. Weather permitting, you can even embark on snowshoe and cross-country skiing excursions from the backyard!
Explore the Colorado wilderness from a different perspective with a horseback ride at Line Camp Stables, only 2 miles away. End your night with dinner and a show at the Old West-themed Line Camp Chuckwagon, where you’ll also find the Sasparilla Saloon, Old Tyme Photo Emporium, original 1877 homestead and memories to last a lifetime!
If you prefer to venture further, the family lodge is within easy reach of other notable cities and attractions including Mesa Verde, Telluride, McPhee Reservoir and Durango.
THE EVOLVE DIFFERENCE
Evolve Vacation Rental Network is on a mission to make vacation rental easy for guests. Every property in our network has been vetted and verified so you can book with confidence. If you have questions prior to your trip, we are happy to assist you 7 days a week. During your stay, your designated Guest Contact will be available 24/7 to help with any issues that may arise.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include 2 fully equipped kitchens, central heating, furnished deck with 360-degree mountain views, covered porch, a selection of puzzles, books and games, free WiFi, 2 sets of stackable laundry machines, flat-screen cable TV, and more!
- Peaceful secluded location just above the Dolores River, with gorgeous views and an abundance of wildlife. Close to Durango, Mesa Verde, Telluride, McPhee Reservoir and a plethora of outdoor activities!
Policies:
- No smoking
- Pets allowed, $75 per stay (2 dogs max)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- If there are more people than the max occupancy, there will be a $10 per person per night fee.
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- If there is any evidence showing these rules are broken, there will be up to a $500 fine
Property Manager
Evolve Vacation Rental Network
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- English, French, German, Spanish
- Calendar last updated:
- May 25, 2018
Amenities
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Fireplace
- Heater
- Internet
- No Smoking
- Parking
- Pets Welcome
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
Bedrooms
- 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 21
- Master Bedroom 1 (Main Floor)1 king
- Bedroom 3 (Aspen Room)1 queen
- Bedroom 4 (Forget Me Not)2 twin/ single
- Bedroom 5 (Mudroom)1 double, 1 twin/ single
- Master Bedroom 2 (Upstairs)1 king, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- Bedroom 6 (Family Bedroom)1 king, 1 double, 3 twin/ single
- Bedroom 7 (Pink Room)1 queen
Bathrooms
- 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
Location Type
- Rural
- Mountain View
General
- Parking
- Telephone
- Linens Provided
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Internet
- Towels Provided
- Wood Stove
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Free Wifi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
Dining
- Child's Highchair
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / Cable
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
Outside
- Balcony
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Attractions
- museums
- restaurants
Leisure Activities
- horseback riding
Sports & Adventure Activities
- swimming
- fishing
- skiing
- golf
- mountain biking
- hunting
- fly fishing
- hiking
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
13 Reviews
Latest reviews
Wonderful secluded mountain lodge
We had a wonderful week! We had a week long family reunion/get-together with 15 of us, including 4 teenagers and 2 kids under 5. The facility was just fantastic, with lots of bedrooms and a well equipped kitchen. We were able to fit all of us in the big dining room by moving a small table next to the big dining room table. The cabin is great for just relaxing and hanging out, or for trips to nearby attractions ... we went to Mesa Verde one day, Telluride another day. The river was nice for swimming although the current was a bit fast. You have to find the swimming hole ... follow the path down to the river but then go left through the weeds just before you get to the river. Everything was in good repair, very clean and all ready for us. Barbara the owner was very helpful. Be aware that you need to heed ALL of her instructions about bears. We made a campfire out back one evening. The stars were fantastic! Some of us took the hike up the hill behind the cabin, trailblazing through the woods to the tall chimney rock out back. A strenuous hike but worth it for the view.
Beautiful and Stunning
We came for a family reunion to visit Mesa Verde. The property was perfect for our family and had everything we needed with all the comforts of home! It was located in a beautiful area! The hummingbirds were some of our favorites and even the bears!
PERFECT IN MANY WAYS
This lodge was wonderful for our stay. We had a large family reunion group and were astonished at the beautiful place. The Lodge was comfortably furnished and decorated with all kinds of fun antiques. It was large and spacious and COMPLETELY stocked with everything. (except the food of course) Fully stocked kitchen with everything including crock pots and electric griddle. There was a closet full of games and puzzles and even a drawer full of office needs.... pencils, pens, tape, scissors, etc. They thought of everything to make our stay more pleasant. The mountain surroundings were beautiful including a large open field where the kids could run and play and a fire pit for an evening under the stars and SMORES. Oh, and don't forget the HUMMING BIRDS. So much fun to watch them through the window, just inches away. We loved everything about it. We enjoyed Mesa Verde which was very close to the lodge and did some hiking and biking on nearby trails. We highly recommend Bear Creek Mountain Lodge and would love to go back again.
It was great for my family
The home was fantastic. We had 12 adults and 8 kids from 3 to 18 and we had all kinds of room. The kids could play outside or in but mostly out. We had.ever thing we needed. Thanks
We are so glad you loved the Lodge. We do too. It was built by my parents and their large family. We are happy that we were able to share this amazing place with your family.
Great for our large family reunion
The cabin is as described, rustic with nicely comfortable mountainous decor...and truly in a remote area where you will enjoy total peace and quiet and the beauty of untouched forest.
Barb and Carol who own the property were wonderful to work with. The manual that they put out is thorough and important to read as describes the location and the cabin size for the capabilities of a large party....as well as some of the challenges!
Sleeping accommodations are comfortable and depending on the size and number occupying the cabin ... The bathrooms may be a challenge.
Both kitchens were a huge plus for a large party! Both were fully stocked to cook for large parties!
We love the large dining table both for meals and for games. We loved the fire pit out back! We loved the perfectly placed Hummingbird feeder and the constant viewing of lots of hummingbirds all day long. The lookout balconies were large and very beautiful to view out into the forest and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Parking is ample.
Telluride is within an hours drive and several fishing lakes are nearby. Durango is not too far and a good days outing for the train and teenage activities.
The people living in the small town of Dolores are friendly and inviting. Lots of outdoor activities there and good eating in restaurants and coffee houses!
All in all a very nice week with our large family reunion!
We love sharing our truly beautiful and unique area of Colorado. It is a very special place and our goal is to have groups like yours make fantastic memories they will remember always. Please come back again soon.
Barbara
A Fantastic Get-Away
Bear Creek Mountain Lodge (BCML) was perfect for our large family of 9 (7 children, ages 9 y to 20 y). There was plenty of room to spread out for some alone time, and come together for family meals and games. Sleeps 20-21 and has plenty of kitchen and dining room space to accommodate the same. We were able to sit around one table as a family! We hiked into the local mountains behind BCML, which is about 8,100 ft above sea level, and we hiked to 9,200 ft. There was more to go, but we were winded (We live at 650 ft). The scenery was stunning. Mesa Verde, Four Corners and Telluride are within reasonable driving distance. We loved the national park of Mesa Verde and rafting in Durango, and highly recommend Bar D Chuckwagon. After a long day of sightseeing, sinking into the comfy couches, chairs, and beds of BCML was so relaxing. AT&T and Verizon cell service was sketchy at best. So it was great to be able to hook into the provided WiFi or catch a movie on Netflix. We had a blast playing in the river across the street. Property owners, Barbara and Carol, were responsive to emails and always available, although we didn't have any real problems.
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