Black Bear townhome, located across from Purgatory Resort, offers the perfect basecamp for your vacation with a gourmet kitchen and great views of the ski slopes. Enjoy winter sports or summer mountain activities like fishing and hiking in national forest land just outside your doorstep.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle
Black Bear townhome (Unit 90) is located directly across from Purgatory Resort and is a perfect basecamp for your vacation no matter the season. The townhome features 3 bedroom and 2.5 bath. The gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances includes a bar with seating & opens to the main living space & dining area. Enjoy great views of the ski slopes from either deck.
The townhome home is part of the resort so you have access to free on-demand shuttle service to Purgatory Ski Resort but since it is across the highway you have the privacy and additional space a townhome affords (itโs part of a duplex). At 8,900 feet of elevation, the home is a gateway to an amazing winter playground and also serves as the perfect summer retreat, with a million acres of national forest land at your doorstep offering all your favorite mountain activities. Itโs only a 2 minute walk to Twilight Lake for fishing and paddle boarding and as well as Purgatory Flats Trailhead, one of the most scenic hikes in the San Juan Mountains. Horseback riding, jeep trails, an alpine slide, epic mountain biking and the Purgatory Inferno Mountain Coaster are all less than 5 minutes from the home.
Bed Configuration: Master Bedroom - King Bed with TV and Ensuite Bath (2nd Floor) 2nd Bedroom - Queen & Twin bunk bed with TV (2nd Floor) 3rd Bedroom - Queen (2nd Floor)
This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay).
The 4% resort fee included in the quote is the required resort fee that must be charged and does not allow access to the Durango Mountain Club. For an additional (and optional) 4% resort fee, you will have access to the Durango Mountain Club which includes an outdoor heated pool with slide, outdoor hot tub and workout facility. When booking, just advise if you would like us to add the additional 4% resort fee.
Book at least a week and a 10% discount is automatically applied (Excludes Christmas/New Years).
Stay with us and we offer DISCOUNTS on both summer (white water rafting, horseback riding etc.) and winter (ski/snowboard rentals, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours etc.) activities.
Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Durango Vacation Rental, Durango Cabin, Durango AirBnB, or Durango VRBO for you and your group! Whether you're hiking, fishing, biking, skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort, or enjoying Durangoโs one-of-a-kind restaurants VRC has your perfect private lodging accommodations.
Please note that, like most properties in the area, this home does not have AC, as it is uncommon for homes at this elevation. Temperatures inside the property are easily managed by using fans and opening the windows at night when temperatures drop into the 40s.
โAbout Your Hostโ At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), weโre a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Gym
Snow sports gear
Mountain climbing 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 Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains. Rico Town Hall and Silverton Railroad Depot are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain climbing. Visit our Durango travel guide
Is Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Purgatory Resort and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Mountain Townhome - Great Views - Free on Demand Ski Shuttle Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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.
This condo is absolutely amazing. Clean, directly across from ski lift with a well stocked kitchen.
The pictures do not do this place justice. The master suite was delightful with a fireplace and seating area. It was the perfect spot to ring in the new year with our family. We hope to be back!
Danielle L.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 Sept 2024
The Perfect Durango/Purgatory Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This rental was the absolute perfect spot for our family of four and all the things we wanted to do around Purgatory and Durango...unit has all of the amenities, is clean, comfortable and we really loved the location and neighborhood. Fishing pond, hiking trails, local restaurants and literally across the street from Purgatory. We will be back!
Clean property.
Mattress in master bedroom rock hard
Fire place in living room was broken during our stay.
Property backs up to US 550....lots of road noise.
Good response from property management on issues
Tommy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Mendy P.
11 Jul 2024
Family Get Together
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall positive. Management staff was very responsive and tried to help. We did have a communication error. The single queen bedroom bed IS built into the three walls, so two people sleeping DO have to crawl over each other to get out. There is no AC. Ceiling fans, one box fan and one desk fan were not enough. We never cooled off upstairs past 72 degrees at night. And we had to keep all doors open to have air flow. Traffic noise from Hwy 550 is loud with windows and doors open in summer time. Trash must be loaded in your car and driven to a parking lot down the highway. So donโt pack your car to leave until you have done that task! Its location was our primary request. We made it work.
The condo was very clean and the location canโt be beat! Shuttle to Purgatory was awesome!
Wendy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cassandra T.
16 Jun 2022
Awsome Vacation Condo
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great house with everything you need
We are a family of 7 with 5 kids. House was decorated for Christmas! Ski bus picked us up within 5 minutes of calling. 2 fireplaces keep the house warm. Love the keypad access so no fumbling for keys. Crockpot and griddle were a plus. Wish there were 9x13 casserole pans.
Angela B.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Benjie S.
25 Jun 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Well started out great but thus property is basically sitting next to busy highway no peace in quiet here road noise allday & night very loud then the fire place did not work in living room then the floors on the first floor hallway to kitchen had not been moped or cleaned properly in awhile dirty plus the upper & lower balconies were completely filthy unusualable chairs & floor deck areas completely covered in filth sad ๐ not able to enjoy them other than that the property was ok
Benjie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Jasper N.
16 Oct 2022
Mountain Townhome Overlooking Highway.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Property was clean, beds comfortable but the location overlooking HWY 550 was disappointing. I moved units after the first day.
Jasper N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ashton R.
9 Jul 2022
The perfect getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This place is so beautiful! Right across the street from Purgatory and just a short drive from Durango, it was the perfect location for our little family and pups to spend the 4th. The kitchen is nicely appointed with great knives and cookware. As someone who cooks a lot, itโs awesome to have higher end items in a rental spot. There is a gorgeous pond, walking trail and playground nearby, which was awesome for our pups and kids. The Nugget was a fabulous find with a super fun atmosphere and fantastic food. Cannot wait to come back and spend more time here.
The property itself was very nice however it was not cleaned properly. The master bedroom sheets had hair and stains on them. The master shower also had hair in it on the walls. The master bathtub looked like it had not been cleaned in quite some time. Location and neighborhood were quite nice although would have been nice to know about ongoing construction.
Dyann W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Archival
6/10 Okay
Kimberly W.
18 Aug 2015
Photos better than actual unit
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Unit is located next to major highway, no air conditioning, and smaller than photos appear. Traffic very loud. Refridgerator not clean upon arrival and patio furniture had cobwebs. Not worth the price.
Kimberly W.
Stayed 36 nights in Jun 2015
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
30 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Disappointed
The condo we had reserved was not available.. Luckily I checked my email that morning and saw where they had changed our unit. The condo they gave us didn't have two king beds which is specifically why we had reserved the one we did. We paid the extra 4% fee to use the hot tub but it was a drive aross the highway and then quite a walk from parking lot. The patio was very noisy with highway traffic.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Greg R.
23 Mar 2022
Awesome Spring Break Ski Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Condo was perfect and super clean. The rental agency as always was easy to work with and always available for any questions.
Greg R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joseph S.
12 Mar 2022
Black Bear
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was the third year that we stayed at Black Bear. We booked it for a fourth year already!
Great location and property. We all loved our stay. Could see beautiful fall colors from the patio. Girls love the bunk bed. Fully furnished with all supplies. Only thing to note. there were food crumbs on floor and dishwasher was full. had to run it and empty to load ours.
We enjoyed our stay at this property. All rooms were nicely furnished and was a good size for our party of 6. Location is directly across the street from Purgatory Resort entrance, so perfect for anyone wanting to visit.
This place has the perfect location, close proximity to the resort and all it's amenities as well as the hiking trails. It was so easy to walk right out the door and hit a local trail with stunning views! We also loved the layout of this unit, perfect for a family. Everyone had their own space to relax. We loved the cozy sitting room off the master suite and it seemed to be the favorite spot for family tv watching in the evenings. Will definitely stay again!
This was a great place to stay. All the luxurys of home. We didn't need to take anything but our belongings and food.
The only thing we weren't aware of was the additional fee for pool and hot tub.
Also be aware that they are across the road at Pergatory.
This is our second stay in this unit. We stayed here last year and enjoyed it so much, we chose to stay again this year. The townhome is in an excellent location (a bit of a drive to Durango), has plenty of room and is well equipped for a family stay. We highly recommend this location.
Very nice, homey condo. Easy to access and communicate with the very helpful property managers. Comfortable beds and pillows. We were there in the summer. Would be perfect for winter ski trip with the resort across the street.