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West Elk Wilderness Lodge

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Games room
Games room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12269.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gunnison, CO
  • Western State Colorado University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Jorgensen Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dos Rios Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

West Elk Wilderness Lodge

Hello! Welcome to the West Elk Wilderness Lodge.
When we think of home, we think of a place of love, laughter, and good times. These walls hold a lot of special memories for us, unwinding after a day of adventures around Gunnison.
For many decades now, many fond memories have been had with our family hunting and exploring in the nearby West Elk Wilderness, so this was a fitting name for the Lodge.
Located on the west edge of town near the Gunnison River on a 1.5-acre lot, we often have deer and fox on the property and every once in a while, a black bear. They are a delight to watch and the sunrises and sunsets are gorgeous as well. The Lodge offers the feeling of being out of town while having all of the amenities and comforts of being in town.
We are honored to open our doors to have you share in all that joy, and help you make some memories here of your own.
So, when you come in, kick off your shoes and enjoy the wonderful heated floors throughout the home. On the main floor is the first bedroom featuring a queen bed, bunk beds and also a desk area, a bathroom with a steam shower, a living and entertaining space with a pool table and piano, a kitchen and dining area, a laundry room and a morning coffee room. Upstairs you will find another family room with futon bed and game area, the master suite with a king bed, walk-in closet and bathroom with shower, and two more bedrooms with queen beds and a family-friendly bathroom with double sinks and a shower/tub combo.
This is the perfect home for your family and friends!

Sorry no long-term rentals (stays beyond 28 days), as we still like to come and enjoy the lodge ourselves. There is a long-term tenant above the detached garage. There are outside security cameras. NO PETS! This home is allergy-free with carpet throughout! Please do not rent if you need to bring your dog

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Contact Manager to Inquire
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Contact Manager to Inquire
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 23-701

About the area

Gunnison

Gunnison is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dillon Pinnacles and Rim Rock Trail, while Smith Opera House and Gunnison Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights.
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Gunnison, CO

What's nearby

  • Dillon Pinnacles - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Western State Colorado University - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Jorgensen Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Dos Rios Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Hartman Rocks - 15 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dive Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gunnison Coffee Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mario's Pizza & Pasta - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West Elk Wilderness Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at West Elk Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Elk Wilderness Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is West Elk Wilderness Lodge located?

Situated in Gunnison, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Smith Opera House, Dillon Pinnacles and Rim Rock Trail. Oak Flat Trail and Western State Colorado University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location with spacious house for large group

Great location and the house is clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

We loved everything about this place. The listing was very accurate and the location was great, close to everything and yet off the main roads so no noise, very peaceful. I come back to Gunnison almost every summer and will defiantly rent this VRBO again with my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

antonio l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual ice fishing trip

The host was more than helpful with questions or concerns that we had, the property was exactly as advertised. Will definitely be booking with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk lodge November 2024

Nice stay. Perfect for our hunting trip
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The house was ok but somewhat shabbier than the pictures would lead you to believe. The front steps, the hand rail and the towel bar in the lower bathroom need repair. Thistles are growing through the deck and the patio with the fireplace is cracked and broken and some of the chairs are broken. The house is in a neighborhood not in the wilderness and not the nicest neighborhood in Gunnison. That said, it was clean and well supplied. We enjoyed our stay but the pictured of the house made us think we were getting something nicer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This home is in a great location is very spacious. It was just our family, but two families could easily stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aspen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My family had thanksgiving here and it was wonderful!

The kitchen was stocked with everything we could possibly need! We got about 2-3 feet of snow during our stay and the just was extremely responsive with getting a crew to plow us out! We loved the place and made so many memories:)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Hunting Base Camp

This property was excellent for our needs. The house was stocked with everything to make our stay cozy and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet and a convenient distance to town. It was just what we were hoping for.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gunnisons finest

Weve stayed here before. We love this log cabin quaint atmosphere. Our family always has such a great time with good memories. The home is clean and the kitchen is big for a large family. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a lovely home!

Our family traveled into Gunnison for a family wedding. West Elk was the perfect house to host our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

Perfect home, plenty of room, clean and spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

Very nice place located in a quiet setting. The home is well stocked and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, lots of wildlife

I’d stay again and again! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

I brought my volleyball team for a sports camp, and it was a great experience. We enjoyed our time at the house, and it was everything we needed and more. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ice Fishing trip

Absoulutely amazing place! We really did wish the property allowed for us to bring out pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gunnison is always a wonderful place to be. The property was only about 1/2 mile from the property

Perfect for our family gathering. Fishing was great, the property was clean and neighbor was super helpful. Wonderful, we would rent this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mictoriax R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property on the edge of Gunnison

The property is exactly as described. The kitchen had everything we needed to enjoy some home cooked meals and we enjoyed the back patio and fire pit. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great stay.

I would definitely book this again. Lots of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cabin in a small city

This was a nice and cozy cabin right on the edge of Gunnison. There was plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed playing some pool and hanging out in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for family

We had a great time. The house was perfect. Property manager was very responsive when we checked in and found a small but manageable issue on check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ida V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wedding in Gunnison

The house was clean and well stocked. The kitchen has everything you would need. There are multiple spaces inside and out for everyone the gather. If we had another family event in Gunnison, we would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin

The property manager is very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice House

Not one complaint. Very beautiful and as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty M M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

This large property was a good fit for a family wedding. Plenty of space and a large kitchen. I was a little surprised that there were renters in the adjoining property but they were very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Polly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice accomodation

Our family of 10 was here in November for elk hunting season. The house was very well supplied with linens and towels and the kitchen was also very well supplied with everything we needed. It is located in a nice neighborhood and close to town which has a Walmart and a couple of grocery stores for last minute supplies. We would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

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