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Grinning Bear Lodge at Twin Lakes offers beautiful mountain views

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Twin Lakes, CO
  • Popular LocationInterlaken Trail7 min drive
  • AirportLeadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)23 min drive
  • Popular LocationLeadville Colorado & Southern Railroad26 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Elbert65 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
2300 sq ft
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grinning Bear Lodge at Twin Lakes offers beautiful mountain views

The 'Grinning Bear Lodge' is a luxurious non-smoking 3 story open-design cabin with Starlink high speed WiFi. Located at the base of the Collegiate Peaks (series of 14'ers), the house is situated on 6 acres of private property, so there is plenty of privacy. The property is in a prime area for hiking the Colorado Trail or numerous other trails, climbing 14'ers, fishing, biking, rafting, paddle boarding, horseback riding, snowmobiling in the winter, and much more. Take a drive in the summer over Independence Pass and drop down into Aspen, Colorado for a day of viewing art galleries, shopping, and dining.

More about the Lodge -
Starlink Wi-Fi (super fast service)

Lower level: Walk out basement with bunk bed, pool table, foosball, flat screen TV with games for kids, DVD player, plus two car garage.

Main level: Open floor plan with large windows from floor to ceiling:
*Living area with couches, flat screen smart television, blu-ray player, iPod radio hook-up, and wood burning stove.
*Dining area with seating for six at the 'lazy-susan' table plus additional seating for up to 5 at the counter.
*Kitchen with pot rack and lighting above stove, microwave, full refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, dishwasher.
*Main bath with old fashioned claw-foot tub.
*Private bedroom with Queen size bed and Aspen four-poster frame.
*Separate laundry room with front-load washer and dryer.
*Two separate doors opening to wrap around deck.

Loft: Open log staircase takes you to the 800 square foot loft with a King size bed framed in Aspen, two walk-in closets, double vanity, slate shower with bench, separate water closet, bunk bed, smart flat screen television and DVD player, small table for 2, and two separate balconies (one facing north and one facing south).

Exterior Features:
*Main level wrap around deck: Deck has gas grill, and is covered on the north side. The deck offers incredible views of the Mosquito Range.

*Outdoor fire pit to the south with an amazing view of mountains in the daytime and spectacular starsgazing opportunities at night.

Lake County Sales Tax License #2023-109

Property manager

Nancy Moore (owner)

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (213.7 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Twin Lakes

What's nearby

  • Interlaken Trail - 7 min drive
  • Twin Lakes - 26 min drive
  • Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad - 26 min drive
  • Mount Elbert - 27 min drive
  • Mount Elbert - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Twin Lakes Inn - 11 min drive
  • The Twin Lakes Inn Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Perkolated Peaks - 11 min drive
  • Inn of The Black Wolf - 11 min drive
  • Sage Cafe - 10 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
We came with our young adult children and had a great stay. The property was super clean and well taken care of. Beds were very comfy and cozy. It’s important to note that there are no window coverings so the morning light really shines right in to the loft space. It’s a very nice house with a great deck and views. They filled the hummingbird feeders and regular bird feeder and we all really enjoyed watching all the birds. The deck does have a like a rodent repellent beeper (I think that’s what it was) that emits a high pitch beep frequently. It didn’t bother my husband and I ( older ears) but it drove our kids nuts. We bought our dog and that worked out nicely. Dogs are allowed on the main floor only and that worked out just fine. All in all it was a great stay and we would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our time here!!!
Fantastic!!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
MTB Race Base
Wonderful home. Great host. Fantastic privacy. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week
Grinning Bear Lodge was wonderful! My favorite thing about it is the setting. It is nestled in the evergreen trees with abundant birds and wildlife. A Stellar's Jay visited the deck every morning and occasionally in the afternoon. Many nuthatches visited the feeder on the deck. And the hummingbirds were as thick as flies. They would regularly hover a few feet from my face, as if they were saying hi. We even had a grey jay visit the deck once. It's a great place if you are a bird nerd, but we also had fun playing pool and hanging out by the fire pit. The location is also ideal if you want to hike the many trails around Twin Lakes and Leadville.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer getaway
This is a beautiful property with gorgeous views. Inside was lovely and clean. The owner thought of everything we might need. The outside has a great deck with incredible views of the mountains. Peaceful and quiet. The pool table and Foosball table were an added bonus of fun for our family and friends. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAEL O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Winter Vacation from Florida
We really enjoyed our white Christmas and New Years Eve away from home. The cabin is beautiful and peaceful. It perfectly fits two families with children comfortably. The fire place was very much enjoyed!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas at Twin Lakes
Wonderful secluded holiday destination. The cabin, kitchen, deck, and so much more was so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allen M., Marksville La.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous cabin with breathtaking views and privacy
We absolutely LOVED the Grinning Bear Lodge! It was the perfect pet-friendly cabin for me and my wife, accompanied by our Aussiedoodle pup. From the beginning, Nancy was very punctual to our initial inquiries regarding the rental and check-in was flawless and the directions which were provided by her were perfect. The cabin was absolutely beautiful and we found it to be meticulously clean and exceptionally maintained. The spacious kitchen was well stocked including ample seasonings and condiments as well as a nearly fully stocked refrigerator. The high vaulted ceilings with huge windows afforded beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and allowed ample sunlight to enter the spacious cabin. The lodge was beautifully decorated with a classic “bear motif”- hence the name Grinning Bear Lodge. All of the linens were crisp, clean and extremely comfortable and the closets were stocked with additional comfy bed coverings for those cool nights. We loved the fact that all of the windows included screens and could easily be opened, in order to allow the cool clean mountain air enter the cabin. The upstairs loft bedroom included a private balcony which was absolutely perfect for nighttime stargazing. The lodge was also perfect for our pet and even included food and water bowls in the laundry room which also included some pet toys. The washer and dryer were full sized, performed flawlessly and even included a generous supply of laundry detergent and dryer sheets. There is a large wrap around deck on the main level , which was perfect for morning coffee and afforded gorgeous mountain views in every direction. We enjoyed grilling on the clean and well maintained BBQ grill which is also conveniently situated on the deck, hence easily accessible. During our stay we utilized the awesome adjacent fire-pit where there is an abundant supply of wood on the wood rack as well as additional wood located in the garage. During our stay we had absolutely no issues with the property and we are already hoping to return next year. It was absolutely perfect and exceeded our expectations! Thank you Nancy for sharing your beautiful cabin with us- Sincerely, Allen, Anjelica and Douglas Fir
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Labor Day Weekend!
We had a wonderful time staying at Grinning Bear Lodge! The house was beautifully furnished and all the amenities, including condiments in the fridge were included!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

craig N.

Liked: Cleanliness
isolated in woods
quiet and isolated in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022