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Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space!

Family-friendly lodge with a fitness center and a sauna

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Exceptional Mountain Lodge in Colorado's Southern Rockies offers the perfect mountain retreat. Enjoy ski-in/ski-out access, a gym, sauna, playground, on-site golfing, free in-room WiFi, and excellent wildlife viewing in nearby Forbes Park.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
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About the neighborhood

Map
Fort Garland, CO

What's nearby

  • Fort Garland Museum - 34 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Los Caminos Antiguos - 38 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • La Veta City Hall - 43 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Cuchara Chamber of Commerce - 44 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • Blanca Peak Trailhead - 48 min drive - 37.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Kip's Grill - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space!

Family-friendly lodge in the mountains
At Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space!, you can look forward to golfing on site, a playground, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the boating at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grills, a video library, and smoke-free premises
  • Snow sports gear, games, and books
  • Table tennis
Room features
All guestrooms at Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space! offer thoughtful touches such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • 2.5 bathrooms with bathtubs and showers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Outdoor lighting, kitchens, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Communal pool
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Does Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly lodge is within 25 mi (40 km) of Fort Garland Museum, Veteran's Park, and Los Caminos Antiguos. Blanca Peak Trailhead and Grandote Peaks Golf Club are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional Mountain Lodge in the Colorado Southern Rockies. Multifamily space! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michaela R.

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

a wonderful winter wonderland

my family loved the stay here. the cabin is breathtakingly beautiful with everything you could ask for. i definitely recommend this cabin the owners are kind and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace T.

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

Great place for a long weekend retreat!

My boyfriend and I loved our stay here! The lodge has everything you will need and we went snowshoeing everyday right outside the front door! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a few days away to relax and reset.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Very comfortable

Very convenient and a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jackie Y.

Lovely stay

We enjoyed our stay very much. The home is deep in the woods and private and very comfortable. There is a gorgeous view of the mountains from one of two spacious patios. The owners were available if we needed anything. We would love to come and visit again next year-- thank you! Jackie and Scott
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Vernon B., Denver, CO

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

Great getaway to a lovely private oasis near Ft Garland

Comfortable accommodations in a rural setting with fabulous hosts. Except for the old burnt trees from a devastating wildfire in 2018 the Forbes Park area was heaven for us. Definitely need a new coffee maker, although current one still works well
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grady D.

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

Heaven on Earth

Forbes Park is a beautiful place. Don't be scared off by the fire. Yes, many trees burned, but many remain and the views of the mountains are spectacular. The hosts were very nice, and the basement is well furnished with a hot tub and dry sauna. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Perfect for our family of 3

We would definitely consider visiting again. Our family of 3 + our dog enjoyed a lovely stay in the beautiful Colorado mountains. The private park grounds made for perfect wildlife watching and nature walking. The cabin was in perfect condition with all the comforts and conveniences you could ask for. And Anneke and Matthijs were wonderful hosts. We were greeted warmly with instructions - and even cookies! If you're looking for a cozy and comfortable retreat, this is the place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Looking forward to our next visit!

We just had a fantastic stay at this cute cabin. Anneke and Matthijs are great hosts. The lodge is well appointed and very comfortable, so it took no time for us to feel right at home. It feels very private, but the owners are right across the street if you need anything. This was a huge help to us as we were unprepared for so much snow (even though Anneke warned us!). They could not have been more gracious. Our view of the snow covered park and peaks was breathtaking. We can't wait to visit again in the Spring and explore more of the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Requesting partial refund

The first night we were supposed to be there, a winter storm knocked out the power. And roads were not driveable. So we stayed in a nearby motel. I want a refund for that first night. The rate plus the four add ed guests comes to $239. Except for that, the stay was great. The hosts are wonderful people and the inconvenience of that first night, of course, was not their fault.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Y.

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

Zen vacation in the nature

Stayed in this hidden gem over Christmas. The location is great, beautifully appointed house with gorgeous and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Waking up to mountain and wooded views from all sides is really nice. The cabin is everything you could want. Communication with the property owners, Anneke & Matthijs, was great, you can tell they really put the extra effort forth to make your stay perfect, they're very attentive and flexible to our needs. We enjoyed the hot tub and sauna very much. We encountered lots of snow on the last day, it was so fun playing & making fire there. Living in Texas, this is something we’ve never been able to do. I wouldn't second guess renting this place again. Thank you very much. The place was absolutely what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

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

Excellent stay

Loved the roominess and communication of the management
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Pueblo, CO USA

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

Beautiful

Very nice accommodations and the property managers were very helpful and accommodating with the needs of the crew.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy T.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Best stay possible

These people were so nice! The house was great and almost fully stocked (they didn’t have a tea pitcher) and we had a great time. Definitely a pet friendly place and a beaaaautiful area, but be prepared for a long drive out of the subdivision.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Peaceful and gorgeous

Gorgeous property, very clean and includes everything one would need. It is so beautiful here that we looked at property while there!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Bart B.

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

Location

The property owner was very friendly. The accommodation was nice. The house is about 6 miles On grated roads from the main road. The nearest town is about 15 miles from the cabin. The jacuzzi is nice. A great place to decompress. Bring your food to cook as there is not restaurants close by. As they had a fire 2 years ago not a lot of wildlife to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a great time and meeting the hosts! Very nice people. We've even invited them to visit us in San Antonio! The only issue we had was the description of where we were to be staying. The email said we were to be across the street. We discussed that with them and they were going to correct it. Otherwise the place was great. The views were great. And we used the hot tub, which was great after the hiking we did! We would go back and stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rollo V.

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

Handicap not accessable.

The 5 steps to get into the residence did not have a banister or railing. Made it difficult for my 90 yr old husband who relies on a cane.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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

The owners and the property are incredible!

The pictures and the description are understated and the owners are wonderful! We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

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

Incredible views, great hospitality, and fantastic rental!

Outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R., Littleton, Colorado

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

Owners are great!

All what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B., Paradise, Texas

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

Beautiful mountain property!

We just loved staying at Matthijs and Anneke’s beautiful home. All the amenities that you could possibly need and more! Will return again :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vivian B.

Our second visit to Elk Meadows Lodge

This was our second stay at Elk Meadows Lodge and it did not disappoint. The accommodations are great and the Hosts are the best. We could not ask for more and love staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Beautiful new cabin in a secluded community in the San Luis Valley.

The cabin is well designed and quite large. The views of local 14’ers are nice to look at out the windows. We really enjoyed the warmth of the wood burning stove. The property was extremely clean. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking meals at home. We saw elk, deer, and many hawks. The stars at night were amazing. The property is dog friendly, and the hosts live nearby. You can walk on one of the many roads in Forbes Park or access the San Isabel NF from the community.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Magical

The lodge is in a secluded development. The many windows offer spectacular views in almost every room. The beds are very comfortable and it is immaculately clean. However, being so secluded means there aren’t any type of stores close by. After a day of sightseeing, we got back and realized we were almost out of toilet paper so doing a quick survey of what might be needed is important before venturing out. For a fun local dining out experience, try the Silver Sage restaurant in Blanca CO.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017