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

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Front entry
Main level opens into the living room, kitchen , and dining areas
Living Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18465.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Alto, NM
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso Winter Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Guest bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Hall bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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

Little Bear Lodge: Your Grand Escape

Find all the room you need in the beautifully spacious Little Bear Lodge, where big lodge amenities fit into this charming retreat. Surrounded by towering trees untouched by the Little Bear Fire, this 3-level, 5-bedroom, 5-bath haven has everything you need for a memorable mountain stay—including a private indoor pool, hot tub, and game room complete with a pool table.

The middle floor invites you into the main living area, where a cozy fireplace warms up the space. A luxurious Master Suite and an additional guest bedroom with twin beds are also located on this floor. Head upstairs to another Master Suite with a queen bed, offering a private retreat. Downstairs, discover the heart of entertainment: the game room with a pool table, and easy access to the indoor pool area. This lower level also features two more bedrooms and extra bunk beds, creating an ideal setup for family fun or group gatherings.

Set on approximately 3 acres, Little Bear Lodge also offers stables available for rent during extended stays, making it an ideal choice for horse lovers or those seeking even more outdoor adventure. With space for the whole family, it's the perfect location for splash-and-play vacations, reunions, or special celebrations. Make Little Bear Lodge your destination for a truly unforgettable mountain retreat—book your stay today!

Please Note: This property DOES NOT have AC.

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! Be sure to swim or fish at the beautiful Grindstone or Alto Lake, delight your senses at Winter Park with roller coaster and tubing, and explore the ski slopes and hiking trails throughout Ski Apache. Win big at one of our three local casinos and enjoy the excitement of live quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Be happy you took a respite from the concrete jungle. Come relax and refresh with us!

Distances to Area Attractions and Travel Time (barring there is not an elk or wild horse traffic jam):
Bonito Lake 7.7 miles; 20 minute drive
Grindstone Lake 9.2 miles; 19 minute drive
Inn of the Mountain Gods 12.2 miles; 24 minute drive
Midtown Shopping District 8.6 miles; 16 minute drive
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino 11.8 miles; 23 minute drive
Ski Apache Ski Resort 14.7 miles; 33 minute drive
Ruidoso Winter Park/Screaming Eagle Roller Coaster 3 miles; 6 minute drive

Please Note: This home is dog-friendly with a limit of 3 dogs. A pet fee of $50.00 (plus tax) per pet applies. Please let us know if you'll be bringing your furry friend so we can make the necessary arrangements. For their safety and comfort, pets are required to be kenneled when left alone in all of our pet-friendly cabins.

Bedding: 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Double, 4 Twin, 3 Bunk Beds

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, in-house policies, and procedures may differ from VRBO. All guests will receive our Guest License Agreement that outlines 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).

The fine print, what to expect: Our cabins include basic cable, satellite or streaming 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 the holder and two (2) stored in the bathroom. Basic toiletries in all additional bathrooms (if applicable) are: *three (3) rolls of toilet paper; one (1) on the holder and two (2) stored in the 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 a basket and at least one (1) in the bottom or under the 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.

Property manager

Hummingbird Cabins
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Alto

Located in Alto, this holiday 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 Free Spirits at Noisy Water are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alto, NM

What's nearby

  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Links at Sierra Blanca - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 14 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 15 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Pillow's Funtrackers - 16 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anaheim Jacks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zocca Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Farley's Food Fun & Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alto Cafe - ‬5 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.?

Checkout 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 holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Ruidoso Winter Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Eagle Creek Sports Complex. Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and The Links at Sierra Blanca are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liliann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Kids loved the pool and hot tub. The game room was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation Saver

Weather did not cooperate with us, so we stayed in the pool and game room almost the whole vacation. It was a vacation saver for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Valentine getaway

Just an fyi the two showers on the bottom floor have no water pressure and we couldn’t turn the knobs to the tub to turn water on we all used the shower in the master bedroom other than that we found the cabin nice and warm very cozy the pool was heated kids had a blast the kitchen is an amazing huge layout loved having enough room to dine everyone hung out it was very very nice clean thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

The house was well kept and then pool was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property with plenty of space!

Our family loved it. We swam at all hours of the day! Enjoyed how peaceful it was overall. We will definitely be back. Thank you Hummingbird Cabins!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Gabriela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

This is a wonderful place to stay with a large party! The indoor pool and game area were a major hit!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Nate F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

6/10 Okay

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving holiday

My kids enjoyed the indoor pool. The downstairs bathrooms and carpets need updating. The kitchen was not fully stocked and it was difficult to cook a full meal with the supplies that were available.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pace full

Nice quiet and beautiful ,spa and swimming pool perfect clear, my family enjoy the house thanks!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Franz W.

We really enjoyed your amazing cabin

We had a really good time in the pool and in the snow with so much space to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Jeremiah D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to have no neighbors

The place is as stated in the listing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

HUGO VENZOR C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Zachary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Ariel M., Hobbs, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thrill!

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

8/10 Good

Nick M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

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

8/10 Good

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

2/10 Terrible

Heysol H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Welp

There are 5 bathrooms and you can only shower in two. The floors were dirty. Poorly equipped kitchen. Not enough towels for all the guest. One of the bathrooms carpet was coming undone and many of us got stabbed by nails while walking through. Hole in doors. Water was disgusting. Water kept coming out of random places from the floor in the main bathroom. Worst cabin I’ve stayed in ruidoso after 20 years of renting cabins…
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eloy H.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Raquel A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alethia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Hummingbird Cabins

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Hummingbird Cabins offers quality vacation rental cabins, homes, and property management services in Ruidoso and throughout Lincoln County, New Mexico.

Ruidoso is a beautiful mountain village in Southeastern New Mexico. Although the activities may seem endless year around, our visitors report their favorite activity to be relaxing while enjoying our cool pines and beautiful mountain views. Ruidoso is famous the world over for being the home of the richest quarter horse race; The All American Futurity. Live racing occurs each summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Wintertime activities includes Ski Apache which is the Southernmost ski resort providing the warmest weather skiing and snowboarding to be found. Hummingbird Cabins is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of personal care and service. We are at your service and welcome you to our mountain paradise.

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).

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests