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'Lazy Bear Den' ~ 9 Mi to Vallecito Reservoir
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Bayfield, CO
- Place, Los Pinos River3 min drive
- Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad31 min drive
- Place, Purgatory Resort60 min drive
- Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
'Lazy Bear Den' ~ 9 Mi to Vallecito Reservoir
Discover the beauty and excitement of the Southwest with a stay at this Bayfield home! Take your pick of activities each day to suit the mood, whether you head to historic Downtown Durango for a local brew, conquer the trails in the San Juan National Forest, or fish along the stunning shores of Lemon Reservoir. Family fun and peaceful evenings await at the 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental, featuring a spacious deck overlooking the evergreens and a pool table for some friendly competition.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Close to Trailheads | Game Room | 2,400 Sq Ft
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Full Air Mattress
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, board games, books, pool table, arcade game, foosball, dart board, wood-burning stove (wood provided), dining table, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, outdoor dining set, lounge seating, gas grill, pellet smoker, fire pit, wooded views
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, drip coffee maker, toaster, Crockpot, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, towels/linens, washer & dryer, 2 window A/C units, central heating, hairdryer
FAQ: Stairs required to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, 4WD required in winter, 1 Ring doorbell (facing front entry), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
ON THE WATER: Lemon Reservoir (8.5 miles), Vallecito Reservoir (9.0 miles), Lake Nighthorse (28.0 miles)
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: San Juan National Forest (surrounding area), Jackalope Drive Trailhead (2.6 miles), Hesperus Ski Area (31.2 miles), Purgatory (43.0 miles), Mesa Verde National Park (54.4 miles), Wolf Creek Ski Area (72.0 miles)
DURANGO (~19 miles): Animas River Access, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa, boutique shops, breweries, restaurants, art galleries, sightseeing tours
AIRPORT: Durango-La Plata County Airport (23.4 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking inside the home or garage
- Dog friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to enter
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in the winter months to access the property
- NOTE: This property sleeps 6 guests in 3 beds, with room for 8 total by using the air mattress
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when motion is detected by the device
-- THE PROPERTY --
Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Close to Trailheads | Game Room | 2,400 Sq Ft
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Full Air Mattress
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, board games, books, pool table, arcade game, foosball, dart board, wood-burning stove (wood provided), dining table, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, outdoor dining set, lounge seating, gas grill, pellet smoker, fire pit, wooded views
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, drip coffee maker, toaster, Crockpot, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, towels/linens, washer & dryer, 2 window A/C units, central heating, hairdryer
FAQ: Stairs required to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, 4WD required in winter, 1 Ring doorbell (facing front entry), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
ON THE WATER: Lemon Reservoir (8.5 miles), Vallecito Reservoir (9.0 miles), Lake Nighthorse (28.0 miles)
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: San Juan National Forest (surrounding area), Jackalope Drive Trailhead (2.6 miles), Hesperus Ski Area (31.2 miles), Purgatory (43.0 miles), Mesa Verde National Park (54.4 miles), Wolf Creek Ski Area (72.0 miles)
DURANGO (~19 miles): Animas River Access, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa, boutique shops, breweries, restaurants, art galleries, sightseeing tours
AIRPORT: Durango-La Plata County Airport (23.4 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking inside the home or garage
- Dog friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to enter
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in the winter months to access the property
- NOTE: This property sleeps 6 guests in 3 beds, with room for 8 total by using the air mattress
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when motion is detected by the device
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About the area
Bayfield
Forest Lakes, a neighbourhood in Bayfield, is home to this holiday home. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area and Hillcrest Golf Club. Eagle Park and Ute Park are also worth visiting.

Bayfield, CO
What's nearby
- Los Pinos River - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Mercy Regional Medical Center - 24 min drive - 37.3 km
- Fort Lewis College - 29 min drive - 35.9 km
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 31 min drive - 47.7 km
- Purgatory Resort - 60 min drive - 79.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mini Merc Store - 15 min drive
- Wells Liquor - 11 min drive
- Coffee Merchant - 10 min drive
- Lone Wolf Bar & Grill - 15 min drive
- San Juan Images - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Philip A.
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Philip A.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian S.
19 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bayfield Trip
Brian S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Lee Ann H.
2 Sept, 2025
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Lee Ann H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terri S.
5 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Terri S.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Zane R.
11 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with great management.
Zane R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg S.
10 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Greg S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve K.
12 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colorado trip
Steve K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg A.
3 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas visit
Greg A.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Molly
6 Jul, 2023
Nice place to stay
Molly
Verified
8/10 Good
Robert Y.
13 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great
Robert Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Connie G.
23 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway!
Connie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard W.
15 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures were extremely perfect in what the house looks like, fireplace heated the house nice .
Richard W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cali
15 Jul, 2024
Great family getaway
Cali
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Heidi
5 Jul, 2024
Quiet perfect get away
Heidi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Edenis M.
5 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Edenis M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janie A.
27 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Janie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Megan D.
21 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lazy bear
Megan D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paula G.
12 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends and family
Paula G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Steph
20 Jun, 2025
Bayfield house
Steph
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judith D.
7 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Making memories
Judith D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aimee
15 Nov, 2023
Nice place to hang out
Aimee
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joleen D.
12 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Joleen D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
TRACEY G.
18 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
TRACEY G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jodi S.
9 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retirement trip
Jodi S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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