Located within a mile (2 km) of Purgatory Resort, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake of the Pines. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 46 min drive - 33.1 miles
Getting around
Silverton Station - 31 min drive
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 131 min drive
Restaurants
Powder House - 26 min drive
Purgy's - 13 min walk
The Nugget (Bar) - 17 min walk
The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - 4 min drive
Dante's - 31 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle
Black Bear (Unit 78) is located directly across the highway from Purgatory Resort and is a perfect base for your vacation no matter the season. Our townhome features 3 bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen that opens to the living space and dining area, giving you plenty of space to relax.
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 (it’s 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. It’s 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 (All bedrooms are on the 2nd floor and all bedrooms have TVs): Master Bedroom - California King Bed with Ensuite Bath 2nd Bedroom - King Bed 3rd bedroom - Queen Bed
The townhome is not pet friendly - please do not bring pets.
For an optional 4% resort fee, you will have access to the Durango Mountain Club (open year round) 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 Durango’s 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.
–About Your Host– At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we’re 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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
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
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 and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
1586-267733
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Durango within a short 17-minute walk of Purgatory Resort. Lake of the Pines is also within a driving distance of 1.8 mi.
Is there parking available at Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle have a hot tub?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional), which is about 23.2 mi away. Another top airport is Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park), which is around 29.3 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle?
Yes, every house at Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.
Black Bear Townhome (End Unit) across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Ryder M.
Mar 31, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Unit was very clean, relatively new, shuttle service across the street to Purgatory was effortless and quick. Exceedingly better in every way to anything in Cascade Village at any price. My family of 4 was highly satisfied.
Ryder M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Chris W.
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
This condo was perfect for our last minute Christmas getaway! To our surprise, we found this home in Blackbear available during Christmas ski vacation. located directly across from Purgatory resort, it was an easy walk across the street to the resort. The unit was fully stocked with all the comforts of home. It's a beautifully decorated unit with nicely appointed furniture. To my surprise, the garage was huge, allowing us to park our 1/2 ton pickup inside. The condo itself has plenty of space for a large family. We would defiantly stay here again but would recommend bringing humidifiers for those coming from a humid region of the country.