2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Jun 27, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Black Bear Travesty
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Black Bear Lodge 4
2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Howard
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Reviews
5.05.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet friendly
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Howard, CO
- Arkansas RiverPlace, Arkansas River2 min walk
- Arkansas Headwaters Recreation AreaPlace, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area7 min walk
- Monarch Ski AreaPlace, Monarch Ski Area39 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Howard
This bed & breakfast places you next to Arkansas River and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. The guestroom includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
What's nearby
- Arkansas River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Poncha Springs Disc Golf Course - 20 min drive - 19.0 miles
- Monarch Ski Area - 39 min drive - 38.8 miles
- Royal Gorge Bridge - 55 min drive - 51.3 miles
Restaurants
- Howard’s Cafe - 4 min drive
- Eggie Acres - 4 min drive
- Riverview Cafe - 4 min drive
- Susie's Out-West Cafe & Steakhouse - 1 min walk
About this property
Black Bear Lodge 4
We offer a very relaxed, next to nature, homey setting that will leave you feeling like you never left home.
We are an eight-acre located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in the Arkansas River Valley of Howard, Colorado. At Black Bear Retreat, we offer a relaxed, quite, peaceful, natural Colorado Environment. A true Colorado experience. We`re just 12 miles east out of historic Salida, Colorado, with Twin Sister Mountains as a backdrop and stunning 360 panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains. The River is right across from us and there are numerous access points to get to the river.
*Please note that while we do have wifi on the property, high mountain winds and storms do cause occasional outages which are beyond the control of the property hosts.
At the time of booking a digital Rental Agreement will be sent out and must be signed before check in.
Up to 2 pets allowed with non refundable fee
We are an eight-acre located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in the Arkansas River Valley of Howard, Colorado. At Black Bear Retreat, we offer a relaxed, quite, peaceful, natural Colorado Environment. A true Colorado experience. We`re just 12 miles east out of historic Salida, Colorado, with Twin Sister Mountains as a backdrop and stunning 360 panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains. The River is right across from us and there are numerous access points to get to the river.
*Please note that while we do have wifi on the property, high mountain winds and storms do cause occasional outages which are beyond the control of the property hosts.
At the time of booking a digital Rental Agreement will be sent out and must be signed before check in.
Up to 2 pets allowed with non refundable fee
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Other standard amenities include washing machines, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: WiFi
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Shower
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
More
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Rules
Up to 2 pets allowed with non refundable fee
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
- Note from host: Charge may apply
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector 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
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
442330
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this bed & breakfast?
This bed & breakfast is located in Howard, just steps from Arkansas River. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area is also within a driving distance of 1.6 mi.
Will I be able to park at Black Bear Lodge 4?
No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.
Is this bed & breakfast adjacent to a casino?
No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?
No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.
Are there hot tubs at Black Bear Lodge 4?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this bed & breakfast provide breakfast?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this bed & breakfast.
Does Black Bear Lodge 4 have connecting rooms?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Black Bear Lodge 4?
No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Black Bear Lodge 4.
Reviews
Black Bear Lodge 4 Reviews
5.0
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5.6/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 4 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 4 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
Matthew, salt lake city
Sep 3, 2024
Matthew
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Aug 2, 2024
Its ok, nothing to write home about.
Mediocre. The room is too warm and stuffy, air conditioner doesnt work well at all. Bedding, sheets, towels etc were clean. Bed was comfortable though. Hard to see parking lot entrance is hard to see in the dark.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Mack
Traveled with family
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was adequate, but could definitely use an update.
Mack
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024