Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle in Durango

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

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Overview
Amenities
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Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available
Gym
Hot Tub
Pet friendly
Dryer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Durango, CO

Purgatory Resort
‪16 min walk‬
Electra Lake
‪12 min drive‬
Cliffs at Tamarron
‪15 min drive‬
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
‪131 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durango

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 balcony.

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What's nearby

Purgatory Resort - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Electra Lake - 12 min drive - 6.2 miles
Cliffs at Tamarron - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 41 min drive - 26.9 miles
Telluride Ski Resort - 94 min drive - 42.9 miles

Getting around

Silverton Station - 33 min drive
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

‪Purgy's - ‬13 min walk
‪Paradise Pizzeria & Ice Creamery - ‬13 min walk
‪Olde Schoolhouse Cafe and Saloon - ‬4 min drive
‪Village Market & Deli - ‬13 min walk
‪Bear Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle

Our Black Bear townhome (Unit 86) is located directly across from Purgatory Ski Area and is a perfect base camp for your vacation no matter the season. The townhome features 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths & is the largest unit in the Black Bear complex. The gourmet kitchen with stainless-steel appliances includes a coffee bar as well as breakfast bar with seating and opens to the main living space and dining area. The townhome also features a gas grill, washer/dryer (laundry detergent provided) and a 2 car garage which contains a ping pong table. The master bedroom features a gas fireplace, deck with a gas firepit. The Master bath includes double sinks, a shower and a jacuzzi tub. Enjoy views of the ski slopes across Highway 550 from either deck.

The townhome is part of the resort so you have access to free on-demand shuttle service to Purgatory Ski Resort in winter but since it is across the highway you have the privacy and additional space a townhome affords. 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:
Master Bedroom-King with Ensuite Bath and TV (2nd Floor)
2nd Bedroom-Queen and Bunk Bed (Single over Single) (2nd Floor)
3rd Bedroom-King (2nd Floor)

This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay).

The 4% resort fee included in the quote is the required resort fee that must be charged & does not allow access to the Durango Mountain Club. For an additional (and optional) 4% resort fee, you will have access to the Durango Mountain Club which includes an outdoor heated pool with slide, outdoor hot tub & 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.

The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. A TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection

Languages

English

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Oven

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Firepit
Gas grill

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In the mountains

Things to do

Gym
Heated pool
Table tennis

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

Property located in a resort

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees

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: 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, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Largest Black Bear Townhome Ping Pong Table Demand Ski Shuttle

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Durango within a short 16-minute walk of Purgatory Resort. You'll also find Animas River and Lake of the Pines within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage with a max 2 spaces.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a heated pool.

Does Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from 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 that I can book at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle?

Yes, every accommodation at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Apr 13, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Feb 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Jan 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Ski Vacay

Great house, good location, easy access to slopes. Will stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtnee S.

Jan 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home away from home

We were very happy with the location and the home in general. It was well maintained, had a great floorplan with plenty of storage space, and had a well stocked kitchen which is rare for the rentals I have been in before. It also had plenty of seating in the main room for our group which was really nice. I was a little disappointed that they listed a shuttle as part of the rental which was not the case when we arrived. It ended up not being too much of an issue which is why I kept my rating high. We actually visited Durango this summer and were looking to purchase a place there and I loved the area.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C., McLoud, OK

Sep 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Our favorite place.

This is our second time to stay in this townhouse, we enjoy this house. Clean an inviting for guest. Perfect for a mountain getaway, close to fishing, hiking, and Jeep trails. Perfect for families or groups. Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

Jul 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property Close to all the Action

We were looking for a place to hike and explore in southwest Colorado and knew we wanted to go to Silverton and Ouray. We had our dog with us for the hikes so this pet friendly location was perfect for us. We even found great hikes right outside the front door on the Purgatory Creek Trail and at the Purgatory resort. This was a perfect location for us to get to our hiking destinations within 30 minutes to an hour.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Olle L.

Feb 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, property needs attention

Overall, our stay was great - the property is across the street from Purgatory Resort and includes a shuttle service which was always punctual and very useful for making trips back & forth to ski. The property has a nice layout and was quite clean. Unfortunately, a couple of items were noticed that need some attention: 1. Upon arrival we turned on the oven to cook dinner and it was apparently not clean as it immediately started emitting smoke throughout the kitchen (note: smoke detectors did not go off either) 2. The second bedroom had a bed which was quite well used and soft, along with a bed cover that had holes in it 3. The fridge filter did not work 4. The internet had very low bandwidth and disconnected regularly The property management service was great as there were frequent and informative communications (emails, texts) on access, amenities, check-out procedure, etc. Again, overall it was a great stay, however it would have been much better had a number of updates been made to the home to improve the quality of the stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Jan 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for snow sports

Easy walk to purgatory across the street. Very cozy and great place to relax after a long day on the mountain.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sami S.

Jan 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Ski Trip

Very nice house. Had everything we needed. Kitchen well stocked. Shuttle was extremely nice for everyone skiing at different times.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeana C., San Antonio, TX

Jan 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Five-star stay at BlackBear!

Our family of four stayed in this awesome unit for a recent ski trip to Purgatory. The unit is beautifully decorated and furnished with everything we could possibly have needed. The proximity to the ski resort, including on-demand shuttle access, enabled us to come and go as needed without having to drive in or worry about parking. We had lots of great snow during our stay, and our driveway was plowed every day. They really have thought of everything!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

James K.

Dec 27, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal vacation for skiing, especially since it was perfect weather!

While the rest of the country was in a deep freeze, we were in perfect weather, sunny, low 40's, no wind! A couple of nitpicks, though (and this may be directed towards previous renters who don't care to get them fixed as well as the owners). There were several problems, none of which were showstoppers (fireplace pilot light was out, downstairs TV wasn't working correctly, some utensils were dirty, etc.). I know it would be difficult for the cleaners to know about the TV, but dirty spatulas, spoons, etc., should be checked by them. The information on VRBO was accurate regarding access to the ski area. The shuttle was very quick since they weren't that busy. However, what the information doesn't show is that there is a maximum per day for using the shuttle. Also, walking across the highway was an option, especially for the snowboarders in there near-normal boots compared to skiers in their torture boots. Overall, we would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C., McLoud, OK

Sep 3, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to get away to the mountains

Place was nice and acceptably clean, especially for house that allows pets. Love the location because we like to fish mountain lakes and also ride Jeep trails, so was perfect for us. Our 19 year old son loved the ping pong table. Love having 3 bathrooms! That’s a plus. Kitchen was adequate for cooking. We cooked breakfast and supper daily. Longways from restaurants, so cooking is a must. It’s noisy being on highway 550 during the day with the windows open. Hardly any traffic at night except few car so can leave windows open while sleeping. It has extremely hard water and would recommend bringing own drinking water. If looking for place to stay in mountains would recommend, it’s a nice place.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurene L.

May 31, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mountain Getaway

This property was in a beautiful area right across from Purgatory Ski Resort. The townhome was clean, spacious and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CARMEN R., Mesa

Feb 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

ski vaction

was a great place to stay, very clean. Fire place in living room would not turn on, no water in the refrigerator. but other then that was awesome . would stay there again for sure

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Linda R.

Nov 29, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Time

The property is in a great location. It was clean and nicely furnished. We cooked lot and enjoyed the great room and kitchen being open to each other. There were enough towels, shampoo etc for the four nights stay, although their was only one kitchen towel and no dish rag. We were very comfortable with a family of 6. Beds were comfortable and clean. On the negative side the fire place was not working and after two calls to maintenance who promised to fix it we gave up. The fireplace not working was quite a disappointment as in November it would have taken the chill off in the morning and the ambience was not as shown in the pictures. The appliances worked well except the dishwasher did not clean the dishes unless we scrubbed them before they went in the dishwasher. It’s probably time to replace it. We loved the area with the ski run right across the street and a pretty lake that we walked to. The kids played on the play structure by the lake and had a great time. Everyone played ping pong in the garage which was a lot of fun. Management might want to do a walk through prior to renting the property to insure that everything is working correctly. We would stay at this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Aug 24, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Escape

This property is located right across for Purgatory ski resort (you can walk across the street to it) and about a 35-min drive into the town of Durango. The drive to the place is gorgeous along hwy 550. The property itself is very clean, quiet, spacious, and has a well-stocked kitchen of all the supplies needed to cook meals. Check in and out was a breeze. The only downside is the fireplaces are turned off by Purgatory in the summer. No A/C but we kept the windows open, keeping the inside temps nice and cool. We felt very safe here given the doors and garages are locked by codes. The place was cozy, clean and comfortable. All in all, 5/5.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Aug 8, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Amazing property with all the comforts of home! There is very well stocked kitchen which made cooking our dinners very easy! It is a convenient drive to Durango or Silverton! (We enjoyed both)! The road noise took one night to adjust to in the master bedroom, but it wasn’t a problem. The ping pong table was so much fun as well! It was the perfect stay for my family!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lenny M., Marana

Jul 27, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property outside of Durango

Was a great location for day trips to silverton, ouray, and telluride. Lots to do within 20 min to downtown Durango as well. House was clean and well stocked. Only gripe is the ceiling fan in the master makes a bunch of noise but wasn’t the end of the world. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Jul 17, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Summer Location

The property is located across the street from the Purgatory Ski area and is close to both Durango and Silverton. There is a wonderful path around a small lake and park within walking distance as well as a hiking trail...great for walking the dog. Plenty of light, modern furniture and space. The unit was very clean and we would stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Pamela C.

Mar 29, 2021

Loved the On-Demand Shuttle

The best feature about this rental is the on demand shuttle - it was an excellent service. My husband was injured on our last day and they were so helpful in getting him to Urgent Care and getting us back to our condo. The worst feature was the smell of gas in the condo. When we called the maintenance phone number we were informed it had been a problem for weeks and he could not figure out why there was an odor and offered us air fresheners. The management company told us we could go elsewhere, or we could open the windows and leave on the fireplaces to vent out the condo. We left open the windows through our entire stay and the smell did get less pronounced but never went away. There must be a problem somewhere. Some of the dishes in the cabinets were dirty, so check before you use them. The toilet on the main floor is not secure (it rocks) so beware before sitting down. The master bedroom and the room with the bunkbeds were nice, but the other bedroom had a horrible bed. My husband and I had to sleep on the bunkbeds. The condo was very large and comfortable with fantastic views. Unfortunately, most of the blinds did not stay up. We did knock on doors to see if other condos had the gas odor and none of the other people we spoke to had the problem. One couple even came into our condo and they noted the smell of gas as well. I would stay in the Black Bear condos again but not in 86 due to the gas odor.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Mar 23, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great cabin!

This cabin exceeded our expectations! We came to Purgatory as a family of 4 to ski for spring break, and we could not have asked for a more comfortable and convenient place to stay. We have stayed across at the resort, but most of the units are smaller and need updating and cleaning. This place was the best of both worlds - SUPER convenient to the slopes with the ski shuttle, but also newer, cleaner, and more spacious. The furnishings were beautiful and new and comfortable. The overall cabin was very clean. The ski shuttle was outstanding ... once you call, they are at your door in minutes. We hope to stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Feb 27, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place!

We had a wonderful time. It was so nice to come home to a beautiful home. The views were incredible! The street we were on was quiet and we could walk our dogs easily and take them up to a few empty lots to play. The shuttle service to/from the mountain was quick and reliable. We would love to rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 27, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Vacation

Our family had the best Christmas Vacation!! The condo was so nice and very accommodating to all of our needs. It is bigger than what we expected by looking at the pictures and the location is excellent!! The ski on demand call in service was a great bonus. Loved the warm garage to unload all of our ski gear and the kids had a great time playing ping pong! I would highly recommend staying here with a big family! We had 7 in our group plus our small dog!

10/10 Excellent

Susanna Y.

Sep 9, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely mountain home!

My friends and I had a lovely time at this property. It was within walking distance of a gorgeous unmissable hike, and easily accessible to downtown Durango (about 25 minutes drive). The property was close to a loud road, but the windows and doors made it very soundproof. The wifi was a bit spotty, so I would use caution if planning to work from home here. The pool had a gorgeous view of the mountains, and was family friendly (read: lots of children!). It was clean, well-appointed, comfortable, and the master bedroom was very private. I would certainly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Martha M.

Aug 14, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite Nice. Bit noisy.

Beautiful and spacious property and nicely cleaned and maintained. Location was nice halfway between town and wilderness. Wanted to open windows because AC was not working, but road noise was prohibitive.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020