Got Privacy? Get away from it all in our peaceful Black Bear Lodge set on 42 private acres! The 3100 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2 bath home is nestled in the towering Ponderosas Pines and boasts magnificent views of the of the San Juan mountains and the Pine River Valley. Once inside you will be delighted with the soaring floor-to-ceiling windows, wood burning fireplace, open floor plan, and loads of natural light. The home now also offers A/C in the form of split units, there is one upstairs in the master and the other is located in the living room. There are also stand alone A/C units available for extra cooling. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to prepare meals. Located only 10 minutes from Bayfield's Mill Street and 25 minutes to downtown Durango where you can grab a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants, experience a local coffee shop for your morning joe, and shop at the unique mom and pop stores.

Drive a short distance to Vallecito Lake to enjoy a day of hiking, horse back riding, fishing, biking, snowshoeing, or skiing the groomed Nordic ski trails at the lake's shoreline. If you are here in the winter, Purgatory Ski Resort (Durango) and Wolf Creek Ski Area (Pagosa Springs) are an hour away. You'll be centrally located to enjoy the best of both resorts! After a day on the slopes you can soak in the famous Durango or Pagosa Springs Hot Springs.

The home is now equipped with Ultra High-Speed Starlink internet.

Please note:
The Master Bedroom is an extra large open loft with a stunning master bath and jacuzzi tub. This home is 30 minutes to downtown Durango and 25 minutes to beautiful Vallecito Lake.

Bed Configuration:
Master Bedroom - King Bed with Full pull out sleeper sofa. (2nd Level)
2nd Bedroom - Queen (Main level)
3rd Bedroom - 2 Twin over Twin Bunk Beds (Main level)

Admit, wouldn't you rather be here?

This property is pet friendly, the pet fee is $25/per day, each pet. We allow up to 2 dogs per stay. The maximum pet fee is $200 per dog and will be added to your reservation after you book.

During the winter months we can experience large amounts of snow. The main road through the gated community is plowed after 4" so 4-wheel drive, chains or cables are recommended during winter months!

NO Smoking anywhere on the premises.

Guests will be sent a vacation rental agreement by Durango Colorado Vacations (the property manager) to e-sign at the time of booking.

A friendly reminder before you book your stay, is to remember we are trusted to manage independent and family-owned homes. We simply ask that you treat these homes and properties with the same respect that you would expect one to treat yours. Due to a recent uptick in unauthorized guest, pets and gatherings. We are implementing a strict "one strike" policy for any guest that are found having any unauthorized gatherings, pets or guest with them in the home. Failure to disclose any of the stated above will result in immediate termination of stay with no refund being issued for unused nights.

Please note that most properties are outfitted with outdoor security cameras.

Cancellation Policy:
If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that are made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival will receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee. Between (29) days and fifteen (15) days before arrival, guest will be refunded 50% of the reservation amount. (14) days or less to arrival, no refunds given.
For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date to receive a 100% refund minus a $250 cancellation fee Cancellations made between thirty one (31) days in advance of your arrival and (59) days will receive a 50% refund.

Trip insurance is available for purchase and is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.