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Bear Hug Retreat! 3BD/2.5BA Tranquil Mt Home

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A covered porch with wooden beams and benches, overlooking a forested area with a cabin and a small shed.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest with a clear view of distant mountains.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large gray sofa, wooden flooring, and two ceiling fans.
A spacious living room with a carpeted staircase, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue island, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bayfield, CO
  • Place, Lake SImpatico Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Los Pinos River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Vallecito Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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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 Chimney Rock National Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Eagle Park and Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum. Ute Park and James Ranch are also worth visiting.
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Map
Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Lake SImpatico Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Los Pinos River - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lavenia McCoy Public Library - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Bayfield Town Hall - 15 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Vallecito Lake - 17 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 38 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mini Merc Store - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Images - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Artistic Edge Design - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Haggards Black Dog Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lone Wolf Bar & Grill - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Hug Retreat! 3BD/2.5BA Tranquil Mt Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bear Hug Retreat! 3BD/2.5BA Tranquil Mt Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Hug Retreat! 3BD/2.5BA Tranquil Mt Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Hug Retreat! 3BD/2.5BA Tranquil Mt Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Hug Retreat! 3BD/2.5BA Tranquil Mt Home located?

Located in Forest Lakes, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake SImpatico Trailhead and within 9 miles (15 km) of Los Pinos River and Lemon Reservoir. North Oak Park and Vallecito Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Beautiful home, nicely appointed. Just far enough out of town to get that mountain feel. Great host. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to see wildlife Close enough to Durango and many other beautiful areas It is away from major stores but local grocery not too far with basics
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place. Everything you need. Perfect Host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing! Beautiful spotlessly clean. Beds are comfortable we would stay there again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you! Thank you for the wonderful review — you're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this home! So peaceful and a perfect place to come back and relax in after checking out local spots and Mesa Verde. We had everything we needed there and anything we wanted was just a short drive to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you! Thank you for the wonderful review — you're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a great stay for our whole family. The kids loved the whole property and we enjoyed the peace of the location. We would definitely stay here again — the master bedroom mattress was a little hard for my taste but that was our only critique! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you! Thank you for the wonderful review — you're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! The basement area is undersold with not enough pics. Such a great spot for older kids to have their own space. The portable ac unit was much appreciated in the primary bedroom! So many deer and wild turkey. Great spot with a beautiful drive to Durango or Bayfield. Great communication when small questions arose. Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a mountain getaway! Not far from the lake or from Durango, but the tranquility and wildlife were breathtaking!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was comfortable even in July with no A/C. I was worried it would be too hot (being from DFW) but there is a portable air conditioner in the master bedroom if you need to cool it down and the lower level rooms are naturally cooler than the rest of the house. My family of 4 had plenty of room to spread out, the kitchen has all the basic essentials, and then some. The cabin was clean and while the drive up is 1.5 miles of dirt/gravel, we had no trouble finding it using google maps. The expansive deck is amazing, and our family enjoyed the views of wildlife and the daily visits from a sweet kitty. The neighborhood is quiet and just what my family needed, we really enjoyed our stay. I would recommend this cabin if visiting the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Bummer the fireplace was only decorative.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thanks for staying with us! We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and beautiful

Our family had a wonderful stay at this gorgeous cabin. The weather was beautiful and the huge porch offered the perfect place to enjoy it as we read, played games, and watched wildlife walk through the property daily. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
So glad you had a relaxing and enjoyable visit! We appreciate your review and look forward to your next stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

This was a beautiful, immaculate house . Very relaxing, somany places to see in the surrounding areas. I would definitely stay here again if ever in the area. The host was very responsive, easy check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
We're thrilled to know everything met your expectations. Thanks again for choosing our place for your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely property is only a 20 minute drive from Bayfield. Other's have mentioned the roads being a little rough, but we had no problems with our SUV. However, the road to the property has several somewhat steep switchbacks which may seem a little intimidating if you come from "flat" country. You are definitely in the mountains so make sure you know where you're going before driving anywhere in case you lose cell coverage. The property was clean and fully stocked and was VERY cozy and comfortable. The neighborhood cat will come visit you and is very sweet. We got to watch a flock of turkeys walk through the property every morning and there are deer everywhere. Our party had a wonderful time and we will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house with great location for wildlife. The road up to the house was a long, unpaved road. The house was well equipped with all of the basic needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're always happy to hear that guests felt comfortable and well taken care of.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

It is quite a drive to the top, but it is very worth it. This is a beautiful home with tons of space and huge bedrooms. Our kids loved the air hockey and foosball tables downstairs as well as the deer and turkeys outside. We would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. It’s great to hear you enjoyed your time, and we’d love to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay. Home was in impeccable condition, and great for our family gathering. Loved the downstairs game room area, the wraparound decks, and the local wildlife (wild turkey, deer, etc.). Somewhat lengthy gravel road access (well maintained road) should be noted for those with motorcycle only transport. We trailered our bikes, so no issue for us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2025
We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. It’s great to hear you enjoyed your time, and we’d love to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing in the mountains

Hubby and I drove up from Dallas area for a break from heat and enjoy mountains before I had to have surgery. This home was so reasonably priced and loved the wrap around porch where we could enjoy nature. More room than we needed as home is very spacious but amazing. Even had access to a. 3 car garage to park our car securely at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice house

Clean home up in the mountains. The 17 years olds had fun with the ping pong and foosball tables. - Nice surprise since they are not pictured. There are no pictures of the third bedroom with two beds - but they were the most comfy beds in the house. The three car garage was nice. The closets are huge. Lots of deck space.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
We’re grateful for your review! It means a lot to know our space helped make your trip a great one.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home away from home

This rental was one of the best we have stayed at of the many we've rented through VRBO. The home is beautiful and has everything you would need to feel at home. Perfect for families with young children or teens, with the many amenities allowed for use. The host was very friendly, answered questions promptly, and even allowed us to check in a little earlier. Communication was prompt and the listing was accurate. The home is a bit far out from the main road that leads to town. It is in a neighborhood, though feels as though it’s in the wilderness. We saw wild turkeys and deer. We would definitely stay here again if we were not commuting on motorcycles. We came for the Four Corners Motorcycle rally. There are multiple turns on very rough, not well-maintained gravel roads causing the commute to be dangerous for motorcyclists. We would definitely stay here again for a vacation non motorcycle related. Thank you to our host for sharing your beautiful home and for being so helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thanks for staying with us! We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Christmas Vacation

We overall loved the location and the house. It is pretty high up but still a great view. We got snow Christmas morning which was beautiful. The house had all amenities we needed in the kitchen. Pots, pans, utensils, coffee pot and even basic kitchen necessities like salt and pepper, coffee, creamer, and more. The only thing to note was the couches are a little outdated and not very comfy and the fireplace is not usable which is one of the reasons we were wanting to book there. Also, we bought a Christmas tree and left it there for future use but it would’ve been nice if it was an option to have since it was Christmas week. The internet is not great either but it was okay. Oven was dirty when we arrived and we notified the host. All minor things but we still enjoyed our stay. The beds were comfy, our stay was fun. Our kids had a blast. There are some sleds in the garage that kids got to use and the games downstairs were a plus. Lots of room for a family of 6 and our grandson who is 1. The neighbor came over as we were leaving and was clearing the road and our driveway with his snowplow. Real nice guy. Also a very friendly cat who is probably the neighbors since it had a collar. We’d definitely come back here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Clean and well provisioned. Location was challenging. GPS cell coverage if available was unreliable making it very difficult to find the property. We had to be be pretty close before GPS navigation worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay!Roomy for all 7 of us-very clean!Kitchen had everything needed for our stay Oven a little dirty but no problem we didn’t need to use it or the bbq grillUnfortunately there was a cat hanging around and got cat hair all over the outdoor seating Watched the deer and turkeys roam the property every dayGreat communication with owner…quick to reply…cheerful and uplifting Check in and out was a breeze Would definitely stay here again The location fantastic!Convent to multiple attractions
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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