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Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly.

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Popular LocationRuidoso Winter Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Links at Sierra Blanca9 min drive
  • AirportRuidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationRuidoso Winter Park14 min drive

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About this property

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

Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly.

'Big Lodge filling little shoes' is what to expect at Little Bear Lodge. This spacious home is surrounded by tress that were not disturbed during the Little Bear Fire; hence the name for this 3 level, 5 bedroom, 5 bath Lodge with indoor pool, hot tub, and game room with pool table. Middle floor features living room, Master Suite and twin guest bedroom. Upstairs is another Master suite with Queen bed. Downstairs houses the game room with pool table and two bedrooms flanking the indoor swimming pool with additional beds and bunk beds. Home is located on approximately 3 acres and also has horse stables available for additional rent (during extended stays). With room for the whole family Little Bear Lodge is perfect location for splash and play vacations, reunions and special occasions. Make your reservations today to enjoy this large home with all! This property DOES NOT have air conditioning.

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 as well as our inhouse policies and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outline 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).

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! You'll be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. PLEASE READ: *Our cabins include basic cable or satellite 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 holder and two (2) stored in bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on holder and two (2) stored in 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 basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under 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.

Bedding: King, Queen, 2 Double, 4 Twin, 3 bunk beds

Please note: This home is K9 friendly and we do require a $50.00 (plus tax) pet fee per pet that will need to be requested. Please contact us if you are bringing your K-9 so that it can be coordinated correctly.

Property manager

Hummingbird Cabins

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Little Bear 'big Filling Little Shoes' hot Tub. Pet Friendly
Little Bear 'big Filling Little Shoes' hot Tub. Pet Friendly
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About the neighborhood

Alto

Located in Alto, this vacation home is in the mountains. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park. Pillow's Funtrackers and Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 4 min drive
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 9 min drive
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 14 min drive
  • Grindstone Lake - 15 min drive
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anaheim Jacks - 8 min drive
  • Log Cabin Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Rio Grande Grill & Tap Room - 11 min drive
  • Farley's Food Fun & Pub - 8 min drive
  • Flying J Ranch Chuck Wagon - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Bear Lodge: 'Big Lodge filling little shoes' With hot tub. Pet Friendly. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Ruidoso Winter Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and The Links at Sierra Blanca. Ruidoso Convention Center and Bonito Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nate F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin
Our family had fun while staying in this cozy cabin. With the fire close by, they had great communication throughout the stay. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool house
Loved the place and the pool !!! So spacious and homey ..will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Loved this place so much! The house was very spacious and loved the open concept. Will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome pool!
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brea J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Home in Ruidoso
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

HUGO VENZOR C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alethia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review on my stay
My Family and I loved the cabin, the pool and everything. Everything was super clean and organized. Excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
My entire family (ages from 3 years old to 93 years old) enjoyed themselves. Cabin is a bit older with some minor issues but overall enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Indoor pool, yes please
Deer actually came to the window and watched us swim! Great kid property with few breakables in reach! Decor is old and paint around pool needs to be updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
I was a nice getaway for the family really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Georgina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Beautiful house in need of some TLC. Some of the tile in the kitchen are broken and the carpet in the entryway from the pool and the master bathroom carpet are damp. The chemicals in the pool are a little strong. The tri level provided beautiful and peaceful views of nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Herman K.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was really good
I loved it and then Joy thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a blast
Entire family had a ball. Would definitely recommend this house to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ariel M., Hobbs, NM

Liked: Cleanliness
Thrill!
Amazing! Quiet outdoors and a nice pool to relax by!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jose V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely coming back
Overall clean property, family had lots of fun.

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property for large groups!
We had 6 adults, 7 children, and 1 infant. Everyone had a blast! Plenty of space, everything we needed, deer were everywhere, the hot tub was perfect, pool was incredible.... we loved it!

10/10 Excellent

Iria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great cabin to stay at! We had a lot of fun and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Mexico
The property was awesome...loved the pool and hot tub. Lots of deer and just an overall awesome family getaway. We will be back❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Nick M.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

4/10 Poor

Franz W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The pool was good
It is ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Whitney A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Had a great time! Lots of room for our big family. The pool and hot tub were awesome, so much fun. Beds were comfy, kitchen was nice and big and open. Overall a great stay, we will most likely book again!

10/10 Excellent

Allicyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding venue
We used the location as a small wedding venue with just our immediate family. It was amazing and we look forward to booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Victoria B., Los Lunas, USA

Relaxing trip
Had a wonderful time with our friends and family! The pool and hot tub were amazing and kept everyone entertained. The only bad experience we had was the power going out for one whole night and did not come back on till 5 in the morning. We also got to see lots of wild life both elk and deer on the property which was really cool. Our over all experience was really great we enjoyed it also enjoyed fishing at Alto lake.

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Needs some maintenance; don't rent during heat wave
We rented this cabin knowing that it had no air conditioning but we expected it to be cooler in the mountains so we thought it would be okay. However, there were only ceiling fans, there was NO information to explain about closing the pool louvers so all the heat from the pool was coming into the main house, AND it was during a heat wave so the house was very hot and uncomfortable the first day. The guests opened all the windows during the night, and one of them figured out how to close the pool louvers, so the second day of our stay was slightly more comfortable. Everyone, especially the kids/teenagers really loved the pool and that is primarily why we got it. They also liked the pool table. The house does need some maintenance and it needs an upgrade.. The pool cue tips needed to be fixed, the kitchen tiles were breaking and the carpets had stains on them. The TV was older and didn't have enough HDMI ports for the technology the family brought. The kitchen was also NOT stocked "with everything to make a gourmet feast" as the online description said. It had enough supplies to get by for breakfast and sandwiches for lunch. We would be hesitant about renting again unless they repaired things, upgraded it and stocked the kitchen better. AND we would certainly make sure of the temperature in Alto before we went so that we would be more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020