Escape to Little Bear Lodge, nestled among towering pines in Lincoln County. This spacious 5-bedroom, 5-bath retreat features an indoor pool, hot tub, and game room with a pool table. Unwind in the living room or explore the surrounding national forest for hiking and biking trails.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 185012 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion
Little Bear Lodge: Your Grand Escape
Find all the room you need in the beautifully spacious Little Bear Lodge, where big lodge amenities fit into this charming retreat. Surrounded by towering trees untouched by the Little Bear Fire, this 3-level, 5-bedroom, 5-bath haven has everything you need for a memorable mountain stay—including a private indoor pool, and game room complete with a pool table.
The middle floor invites you into the main living area, where a cozy fireplace warms up the space. A luxurious Master Suite and an additional guest bedroom with twin beds are also located on this floor. Head upstairs to another Master Suite with a queen bed, offering a private retreat. Downstairs, discover the heart of entertainment: the game room with a pool table, and easy access to the indoor pool area. This lower level also features two more bedrooms and extra bunk beds, creating an ideal setup for family fun or group gatherings.
Set on approximately 3 acres, Little Bear Lodge also offers stables available for rent during extended stays, making it an ideal choice for horse lovers or those seeking even more outdoor adventure. With space for the whole family, it's the perfect location for splash-and-play vacations, reunions, or special celebrations. Make Little Bear Lodge your destination for a truly unforgettable mountain retreat—book your stay today!
Please Note: This property DOES NOT have Central AC. There are some portable units to help during Summer.
Ruidoso, Alto, and surrounding areas: Submerse yourself within the towering pines of Lincoln County and watch local wildlife such as elk, deer, wild horses, turkey, birds, and more in their natural habitats. Plan a day basking in the stillness of our national forest while hiking, biking, or fishing, golfing at one of our multiple golf courses or spend a fun night out on the town at one of the area's local attractions! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!
Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam): Bonito Lake 7.7 miles; 20 minute drive Grindstone Lake 9.2 miles; 19 minute drive Inn of the Mountain Gods 12.2 miles; 24 minute drive Midtown Shopping District 8.6 miles; 16 minute drive Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 11.8 miles; 23 minute drive Ski Apache Ski Resort 14.7 miles; 33 minute drive Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 3 miles; 6 minute drive
Please Note: This home is dog-friendly with a limit of 3 dogs. A pet fee of $50.00 (plus tax) per pet applies. Please let us know if you'll be bringing your furry friend so we can make the necessary arrangements. For their safety and comfort, pets are required to be kenneled when left alone in all of our pet-friendly cabins.
Please Read: Hummingbird Cabins, LLC is the host and who will provide customer service after you've booked your rental home through VRBO. Therefore, be advised that our cancellation policy, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines our policies and procedures and are asked to initial and e-sign before receiving their rental information (address and access code). We ask that you please read our policies as we will adhere to them once you've booked your reservation with us (even when booking through a 3rd party entity).
The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming television, basic cooking utensils, propane gas grill (propane provided), washer and dryer (if applicable- please look at the amenities), towels and bed linens for guest use along with heating for winter. Our homes come equipped with either a drip or Keurig coffee maker. *Linens and bath towels *Extra blankets and bedding *Spa towels for properties with spas/hot tubs. While our kitchens are fully equipped with glassware/cookware/utensils/dishes, etc. this does not ensure that all homes will have a blender, crock pot, spices, coffee, or condiments. Please call ahead to confirm if items such as these are available. If not, we ask that you bring your own. Basic toiletries in the Master bathroom only are: *One (1) travel-sized each of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, and facial bar soap, *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom, *one (1) travel-sized bar soap and/or facial soap, *one (1) hairdryer in the home. Basic supplies in the home: *five (5) All-Clear laundry pods, *dish detergent in pod or liquid form (quantities may vary and/or be limited), and three (3) Lemi Shine rinse agent in single-use cups (for homes with dishwashers), *liquid dish soap in (at minimum) a partial container (may only be in homes without dishwashers- check amenities to ensure the home you booked has a dishwasher), *two to three (2-3) rolls of paper towels, *two (2) trash liners in each waste basket; one (1) prepared in a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the sink. We encourage guests to please be mindful of the supplies we provide and always bring extras as housekeeping does not deliver more than what is required to be left in the homes. We highly encourage guests to be prepared with access to chains and/or 4-wheel drive in winter months. Firewood is not provided for homes with wood burning fireplaces.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Alto, this holiday home is in the mountains. Smokey Bear Museum Gift Shop and Free Spirits at Noisy Water are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruidoso Winter Park and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts. Ruidoso Winter Park and Pillow's Funtrackers are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Alto travel guide
Does Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Ruidoso Winter Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Eagle Creek Sports Complex. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and The Links at Sierra Blanca are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Little Bear Lodge | Indoor Pool Paradise w/ Game Room & Forest Seclusion Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Just an fyi the two showers on the bottom floor have no water pressure and we couldn’t turn the knobs to the tub to turn water on we all used the shower in the master bedroom other than that we found the cabin nice and warm very cozy the pool was heated kids had a blast the kitchen is an amazing huge layout loved having enough room to dine everyone hung out it was very very nice clean thank you!!!
The house is a little outdated but overall a great experience. There were a few minor issues such as the pool table being a tad run down, flooring scratched up near the pool house. The pool and hot tub were a complete joy! Lots of space for our family to enjoy the cabin. Such an awesome weekend, thanks to hummingbird cabins!
My kids enjoyed the indoor pool. The downstairs bathrooms and carpets need updating. The kitchen was not fully stocked and it was difficult to cook a full meal with the supplies that were available.
This is a wonderful place to stay with a large party! The indoor pool and game area were a major hit!
Gabriela M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kathleen M.
29 Nov 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The hot tub listed on your site, is actually connected to the pool and is luke warm, more of a jacuzzi and not hot tub. That is misleading. Also the place needs maintenance, showers not working, doors that are extremely hard to open or do not lock, toilet seats cracked, pool/ping pong table not usable, carpet extremely torn, stained in bad shape.
Kathleen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Franz W.
31 Dec 2018
We really enjoyed your amazing cabin
We had a really good time in the pool and in the snow with so much space to play.
We enjoyed our stay and plan on it again. The pool was a big hit for the younger ones and nice hot tub for adults. Loved the
patio for morning coffee and lots of room to hang out with the family.
Beautiful cabin located perfectly within minutes of grocery stores and town.
The renting process was very quick and easy, the cabin was very good, only a few, non-considered big issues, due to the life of the cabin.
Very clean and comfortable!!!!
Little bear lodge is a great spot for families to come together and hang out! The size of it accommodated my family, my sister's, and my parents along with my three other siblings. The ppool was awesome, perfect for the kids to get their energy out!
We LOVED this house. It is so spacious and has so much character. The location was away from neighbors and close to town. Everything was exactly as they advertised. The pool was a hit for the kids and the gated yard for the dogs was a bonus perk! We will be back for sure!
Brea J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Nick M.
30 Nov 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The Pool Makes It
Great Pool and Hot Tub Set Up for Family get togethers. Property could use some updates but over all it is a great place to gather and have fun. The addition of more items to the kitchen such as knives forks etc. would be helpful.