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Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
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Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Mountain view

Explore the area

Dolores, CO

Place, Purgatory Resort
Place, Telluride Ski Resort
Place, Kilpacker Trail
Airport, Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
‪129 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dolores

This cabin places you 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Lone Mesa State Park and 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from Kilpacker Trail. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

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Getting around

Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 123 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees

The Bear Bait Cabin is Perfect for your family or that special romantic getaway! Rustic log cabin with combination living-room/bedroom area and loft with twin beds will accommodate 6. Full kitchen and bathroom, fully stocked with all dishes, pots and pans, and linens. Gas grill on porch with propane supplied. You only need to bring your food and toys to play. Designed to get away from it all -no internet, no television. Shares 40 acres with another cabin and vacation home, which are far enough away for privacy, yet close enough to use if your group needs more room. Contact owners for information about reserving additional units.
1.5 miles to excellent trout fishing at Groundhog Lake. 1/2 mile to miles & miles of beautiful San Juan National Forest with hiking, mtn. biking, fishing, ATV trail riding.
Available Memorial Day weekend through October 25.

The cabin features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The cabin also includes a coffee maker.

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Kitchen
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Treat the cabin and surrounding property with care and respect. This is a housekeeping unit, to be clean prior to departure. No maid service available.

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

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

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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Eat play peace in the Mountains of Southwest Colorado!

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cabin will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some cabins, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional), which is about 22.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees?

Yes, every cabin at Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Bear Bait Cabin is cozy and rustic overlooking beautiful aspen trees Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

liza c.

Sep 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place to stay as a family and reconnect while relaxing. The inside is much larger than the pictures represent. I highly recommend this location as a place to get away, have fun, relax, and enjoy the outdoors.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Aug 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We live the Bear Bait and Wolf Den cabins. Great stop before we head into the mountains for our camping trip! We do prefer wolf den given its distance from other visitors but both are nearly identical.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Jul 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

This propertywas great, and the location is beautiful. We will definitely be returning!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Jul 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Aug 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Bear bait visit

Not a bad little setup at all. Host made sure we knew how to get in. We would stay again but everyone should know there are rv’s and others nearby. Everyone kept their distance and were respectful of each others privacy so all in all a private time still.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B., Tucson, AZ

Jul 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Awesome spot on the edge of the San Juans.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff E.

Aug 5, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet

Relaxing and quiet

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia s.

Jul 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking

Second time here within 2 months thanks to the beauty I feel 100%.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanasha L.

Sep 26, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Aspen Heaven

We stayed here for a weekend since it was down the road (15 mins) from my cousins wedding. We had a wonderful time. We could hear the elk bugling at night and in the am a little bit. The view of Lone Cone is stunning and my favorite tree is the Aspen so I was literally in heaven here. We had everything we needed and a few little extras were also provided by the host, what a treat! A few teenage kitties running around made my dog go crazy but they are very friendly. I would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack E., Minneapolis/Lakeville, MN

Jul 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace

A bit far on a gravel road BUT a great. quiet, natural place!!! Would book again. Would consider larger family function here too!!! Deer in the yard, natural, quiet, awesome.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

Nov 20, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Management couldn’t be better. Best experience

We came up for a week hunting trip and ran across laughing coyote lodge. Decided to book and stay and what a great trip. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to get away from it all. Ms. Becky and her staff couldn’t be better.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Nov 10, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Elk hunt

We rented this cabin because of its location to the San Juan National Forest. Tens of thousands of public land for all types of outdoor activity.

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Oct 21, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and cozy

Cabin is comfortable and cozy. Becky and Tonya were fabulous with communications and checking on us! Ensured we had plenty of firewood as it was single digit temps a few nights. Would recommend to anyone looking to get away and enjoy the peace and quiet!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Sep 24, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Getaway

It was always great to return back to the cabin every day after exploring miles of breath taking mountain landscapes.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Aug 31, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Must see views

This area is amazing! The cabin is up the mountain 30 miles and is secluded but yet comfortable with ppl within the area. The drive is slow going but worth it with the awesome views of beautiful mountains and scenic outlooks. The hummingbird feeder that hangs from the porch brings hummingbirds every morning, that are friendly and curious. Deer grised the backyard each morning also. And the cabin was well stock with kitchen stuff ,some everyday food items and firewood. The place was clean enough for a cabin . Host was friendly and helped with any issues that may have arisen. I will differently keep this on the list of places that we need to go back to.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F., Montrose, USA

Jul 26, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem!

I booked this cabin looking for a camping experience without the headaches of camping. I like the outdoors, but I also like to be dry, clean, and comfortable. This cabin was perfect. Just as described. There is one other similar cabin to the south and one large cabin/home to the north, with the site host in a camper to the east. But we always felt like we had enough privacy with the trees and the way they set up the outdoor space. It rained off and on during our stay, which allowed us a small fire in the fire pit (after they lifted restrictions the day before!) and some wonderful family time snuggled up in the woodsy cabin playing Monopoly (furnished by cabin) and eating popcorn while the rain pattered on the new metal roof. The property had been fixed up quite a bit, with a new grill, newer linens, and new paint/stain/waterproofer on wood. Even the picnic table was nicely covered with new clean poly. Tanya, the camp host was cheerful and very welcoming and helped bring us more filtered water (instant hot water, what a luxury!), and any towels or toilet paper. We've been other places where the camp host was more put out that we were at "their campsite" but Tanya made us feel very comfortable and welcome. I would say this property was the perfect mix of rustic + comfort. 2 adults, 3 kids, 1 dog, plenty of room, plenty of beds, plenty of fun! We even entered our kids into their first fishing derby! We would definitely come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

JoRae L.

Jul 19, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovell reunion.

50 members from Grandma and pa to 4 mo old great grandson and 2 month old grandson and every age in between had a wonderful time . Everything was perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Jun 27, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Unplug and be refreshed!

What a beautiful place to spend a week! Leaving the town of Dolores, you travel up the canyon wall, through the San Juan forest, and open up to amazing mountain and meadow views. Full meadows of yellow flowers, and birds, deer, elk, ground hogs, chipmunks... even the angus cows with their calves we found endearing to see grazing or walking across the roads. The last 11 miles are unpaved, and a bit rough on our little Corolla, but no regrets. The cabin is near enough to the lodge and other cabin to see through the trees, but we never heard the other guests unless we walked by their places. SO quiet! The cabin looked just as charming as the photos, and had everything we needed in terms of dishes, appliances, linens & towels, and other convenient items. When we arrived, the windows were open and the place was nicely cooled, and there was a nice note welcoming us, as well as some local dried beans and honey. Tanya, the host, and her 3 dogs made us feel most welcome! She was very friendly, helpful, and just a joy to be around. There is a small but useful store at the lake nearby for some grocery items or liquor. We met a friendly cabin owner (Thanks, D.!)who took us up the mountain where our car wouldn't have gone, for some gorgeous mountain views. No TV, no wifi... when we weren't off to Durango, we enjoyed hiking around in the aspens, playing games, reading in the rocking chair on the front porch, birding, and watching the deer who came very near to the cabin. Great area for birders! This really is the place to get away.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Jun 24, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

I want to leave a poor review so we can keep this secret to ourselves, but I think the cat is out of the bag! What a gem, right near Groundhog Reservoir. The aspen grove right outside the cabin made you feel really close to nature. It's also in close proximity to hiking, fishing and boating. Our checkin process was smooth and we instantly felt welcome at the property. The cabin had comfortable beds and all the amenities you'd need. It's a drive from Dolores but man it was 100% worth it. We really had a great opportunity to enjoy each other and didn't even notice the absence of cell reception, wifi and TV.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Jun 1, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanks

The cabin had everything we needed and the directions for getting there were perfect.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cody P., Phoenix, AZ

Oct 30, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Place to Disconnect

This is a great place to stay. If you are on the fence, book it. You won’t be disappointed. We had a wonderful stay and look forward to coming back again in the spring or summer. It’s an amazing property and we had a wonderful time. This property was easy to book. The owner was communicative, responsive, and easy to work with. This property is out there, which is what we were looking for. Just be prepared. As other reviewers mentioned, you leave the small town of Dolores and travel for another hour down a paved and well-graded dirt road. Cell service with Verizon was an issue, but there is a spot 2 miles away to make calls, if needed. AT&T works on or near the property. There is a general store that sells ice, fishing gear, limited groceries, and alcohol. The property is near Groundhog Lake and the surrounding mountains. We were able to catch several trout and cook them that evening for dinner. The forest roads provide access to amazing vistas that we will remember for a long time. This property has four cabins in a reasonable distance from each other. We visited when there weren’t any leaves on the trees, and we could see and hear the other cabins. It was still sufficiently secluded. The property was clean, easy to find, and easy to travel around. There are so many Aspens that surround the property. It’s extremely quiet and the stars fill the sky each night. It is very difficult to find this combination of beauty, silence, and seclusion. A real treat! The cabin exceeded our expectations. It felt rustic but was also comfortable and warm. The inside was full of wood paneling, buffalo plaid, and cute touches. The beds are not the Ritz Carlton but were comfortable. The bedding kept us warm all night. The wood fireplace was a huge hit and kept the entire cabin comfortably warm even when the weather was in the 30s. The cabin was well stocked with everything we needed including firewood, utensils, seasoning, foil, bathroom amenities, board games, and everything we needed. Becky and her partner were incredible. They were so friendly. We arrived at the property late at night after traveling all day from the Phoenix metro area and our cabin was nice and toasty with the fire going. Their dogs were very friendly, and our dogs enjoyed exploring the property and playing with them. This made the trip so much more enjoyable. They had great info of the surrounding area and were always friendly and helpful. It was an absolute pleasure meeting them.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Oct 30, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful & Beautiful

This cabin is everything we needed and more. It was gorgeous inside and out. We loved the wood stove fire place and the magic of being nestled in a beautiful, yellow aspen grove. Bonus: our dogs had the time of their live! We hope to visit again and again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

Sep 25, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful cabin

We had a nice and peaceful stay. The cabin has everything you need and is in a beautiful area. As an added bonus, our dog had the time if her life! Would gladly stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fierlyn C.

Sep 3, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

It surpasses our expectation, If you want peace and tranquility this is the place. If you like eating out prepare for a long drive. Would like to go back in fall with all the aspen trees surrounding the property.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett V.

Aug 23, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

The bear that came looking for steak.

My main requirements were for remote location and rustic cabin. This cabin met both those things with log cabin, open rafters, wood plank walls and kitchen flooring. Living area had nice stone tiles. The designer bedding might ruin my reputation but who will know? Be prepared for most outlets were 7 feet above the floor and kitchen had hot water running from both hot and cold spigot (not a problem since cold water was supplied in 3 gallon jug for cooking and in bathroom). Also, I loved the remote location but bring your groceries as stores are 35 mile drive on mostly gravel road (small convenience store mostly snack food and beverage at the resevoir). Only real concern has to do with visit by black bear looking for food. I live in the city and never experienced bears firsthand until one woke me during the night scooting chairs to get to propane grill on the porch where I had cooked steak. This picture is of a different cabin as mine had a window next to the bed nearest the grill. I scared him away with a bright trak light and slapping the wood walls. Then I put the sofa up against the door as that door would not stop a bear looking for more food or trash can in the kitchen. Fair to say I was not taken totally by surprise as the care taker's cabin was visited two nights before. She gave me advice and a can of pepper spray in case I should meet one while out in the woods. Over all, I enjoyed my stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020