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Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: 19 Guests, close to Telluride and so much more!

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dolores River
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 19

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Dolores, CO
  • Place, Dolores River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, McPhee Lake
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 19)

The Bunk Room

1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Murphy Bed

The Fireside Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

The Library Room

1 Queen Bed

The Master Suite

1 King Bed

The Timber Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

The Twin Room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Jack and Jill- Side A

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Jack and Jill- Side B

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

About this property

Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: 19 Guests, close to Telluride and so much more!

Welcome to Bear Creek Mountain Lodge — your private Colorado mountain retreat where adventure meets comfort.

Set on 11 acres bordering National Forest, this spacious lodge is perfect for families, friend groups, retreats, or anyone looking for open space, scenery, and solitude — with world class destinations in every direction.

Whether you’re sipping coffee on the deck, gathering around the wood stove after a day of exploring, or stargazing under some of the darkest skies in Southwest Colorado, this is the kind of place you’ll want to come back to year after year.

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The Space
This expansive 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath mountain lodge offers over 3,500 sq ft of room to spread out — ideal for large groups who want to be together without being on top of each other.

Highlights include:
Two, fully equipped kitchens with plenty of space to cook and gather
Multiple living areas for relaxing, games, or movie nights
A cozy wood-burning stove for classic mountain vibes
Large windows framing mountain, forest, and river views
Comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 19 guests
Fast, modern Wifi for movie nights or remote work


The home blends mountain cabin charm with practical comfort — perfect for both unplugging and reconnecting.


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Outdoor Living
Step outside and you’ll understand why Bear Creek Mountain Lodge is special.
10+ private acres to explore


Direct National Forest access — hike straight from the property


Bear Creek Trailhead less than 1 minute away for quick access to the incredible San Juan Mountains


Expansive deck for coffee, sunsets, and evening drinks


Frequent wildlife sightings (deer, elk, turkeys, and more)

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Sleeping Arrangements
Designed for flexibility and comfort for 19 guests:
The Master Suite: One King Bed
The Twin Room: Two Twin Beds
The Library Room: One Queen Bed
The Fireside Suite: One King Bed, One Twin Pull-out bed
The Bunk Room: One King Bed, One Full bed, Two Twin beds, One Twin Trundle Bed
The Timber Room: One Queen Bed, One Twin Bed

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Bathrooms
With 3.5 bathrooms, Bear Creek Mountain Lodge is well set up for large groups and easy mornings.
Ensuite Master Bathroom: Features a spacious double vanity and shower for privacy and convenience
Downstairs Spa Bathroom: Features a jacuzzi tub, perfect for soaking sore muscles after long hikes, or for children’s bath time


Upstairs Jack-and-Jill Bathroom: Conveniently connects two bedrooms, making it ideal for families and groups


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Location — Secluded but Convenient
You get the best of both worlds here:
15-20 minutes from charming Dolores and Rico, Colorado for groceries, dining, and great coffee


50 minutes from world famous Telluride for skiing, shopping, dining, and the free Gondola
Less than one hour to Mesa Verde National Park and Canyons of the Ancients National Monument


Easy day trips to Durango, Ouray, Silverton, Moab, and Four Corners Monument


Surrounded by hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, skiing, and rock climbing

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Why Guests Love Bear Creek Mountain Lodge
Room for everyone to gather and spread out
Authentic mountain cabin atmosphere with modern comforts
Rare National Forest frontage for morning and evening hikes
The kind of place that feels like a destination, not just a place to sleep


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Good to Know
Our cabin is fully stocked with all bedding, towels, shower and bath soaps you will need
Mountain property with seasonal weather — AWD/4WD recommended in winter
Wildlife is common (one of the perks!)
Peaceful, quiet setting — perfect for relaxing, not parties

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
TOWELS: Please place all used towels in the master bath hamper. TRASH: Please place all trash in the mudroom utility room.
LOCK UP: Please be sure the exterior doors are locked and closed fully. Please be sure to place keys back in the lock box outside of the front door. Please run the dishwasher for any dirty dishes.
TURN THINGS OFF: Please be sure all lights are off and that all thermostats are set at 50.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5020838vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dolores

Dolores is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dolores River and Louis M. Jones Memorial Park, while Artisans of Mancos and Mancos Opera House are cultural highlights.
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Dolores, CO

What's nearby

  • Dolores River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dolores River Brewery - 31 min drive - 46.5 km
  • McPhee Lake - 32 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Trout Lake - 37 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 57 min drive - 83.1 km

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪colubine cottage - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: 19 Guests, close to Telluride and so much more! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: 19 Guests, close to Telluride and so much more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: 19 Guests, close to Telluride and so much more!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Creek Mountain Lodge: 19 Guests, close to Telluride and so much more! located?

Situated in Dolores, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Dolores River and within 16 miles (25 km) of Louis M. Jones Memorial Park and Rico Town Hall. Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum and Dolores River Brewery are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Kory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a great time. The only issue we had was one bedroom had windows that would not open so it got hot at night even with the fan on high. Other than that it was perfect. Even had an issue with water that they sent someone for quickly and offered to extend our checkout because it happened on the last day. I would 100% go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

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