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Remote cabin-hike-bike out the back door. Eldora/Black Hawk 15miles.

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The beautiful remodeled kitchen.
Exterior
Drone picture of the cabin.
Bedroom 1
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Black Hawk, CO
  • Golden Gate Canyon State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Monarch Casino Black Hawk
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Remote cabin-hike-bike out the back door. Eldora/Black Hawk 15miles.

Welcome to our newly remodeled and updated cabin, located just minutes away from the Eldora Ski area, Nederland, and Central City in Colorado. This cozy retreat features three bedrooms, two of which have comfortable queen-size beds, while the third bedroom offers a new high-end sofa sleeper. The cabin also includes a well-appointed bathroom and a wood-burning stove with central heating for your comfort.

Enjoy the modern amenities provided, including high-speed WiFi internet, cable with Netflix, and a DVD player. The upgraded appliances in the fully equipped kitchen make meal preparation a breeze, and a gas barbecue is available for outdoor cooking. For your convenience, the cabin is equipped with a new washer and dryer.

The master bedroom is tastefully furnished and features a doctor's choice mattress and upgraded bedding, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Start your day by sipping your morning coffee on the deck, while marveling at the wildlife in your own private back yard.

The cabin property is bordered by the National Forest, providing easy access to hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing adventures. For downhill skiing enthusiasts, Eldora Ski Resort is only a 15-minute drive away, offering both Alpine and Nordic skiing options.

In the nearby area, you'll find a variety of attractions to explore. Try your luck at the casinos, relax at a spa, indulge in delicious meals at local restaurants, or stock up on groceries at the nearby store. The newly built Gilpin Co recreation center offers a lap pool, a separate kids pool with a water slide, a fitness area, and a skating pond.

For a fun evening out, visit "Roy's Last Shot," a bar and restaurant located just one mile from the cabin. They offer an extensive menu, pool tables, an outdoor deck, and a friendly atmosphere that welcomes both kids and dogs. Next door to Roy's, you'll find Mid County Liquors for your beverage needs.

Surrounded by breathtaking views and adjacent to the national forest, our cabin provides the perfect escape. Explore nearby towns such as Rollinsville, located about four miles away, or venture further to Black Hawk and Central City, approximately 15 miles away. For a day trip, consider visiting Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park, which are approximately 60 miles from the cabin. If you're seeking an adrenaline rush, whitewater rafting in Idaho Springs is just a 30-minute drive away.

Rest assured, we take the safety and well-being of our guests seriously. In light of the coronavirus pandemic, we are taking extra precautions by thoroughly disinfecting frequently touched surfaces between reservations.

For more information and updates, feel free to like us on Facebook and Instagram.

Escape to our Colorado cabin and create unforgettable memories in this picturesque mountain setting. We look forward to hosting you soon!

Property manager

Donna Brannan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack-n-Play and baby backpack-carrier included
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee is $40.00 per dog $60 for unauthorized dog
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No guest's of guest's.
Extra guests $25.00 per night per guest.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Black Hawk

Located in Black Hawk, this cabin is in the mountains. Carousel of Happiness and Teller House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Eldorado Canyon State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Black Hawk, CO

What's nearby

  • Golden Gate Canyon State Park - 16 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Ameristar Casino Black Hawk - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Monarch Casino Black Hawk - 21 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Grand Z Casino - 22 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Eldora Mountain Resort - 29 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Winter Park Ski Resort Amtrak Station - 79 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wondervu Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Last Shot - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Bakery and Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Knotted Root Brewing - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Remote cabin-hike-bike out the back door. Eldora/Black Hawk 15miles. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Remote cabin-hike-bike out the back door. Eldora/Black Hawk 15miles.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Remote cabin-hike-bike out the back door. Eldora/Black Hawk 15miles.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Remote cabin-hike-bike out the back door. Eldora/Black Hawk 15miles. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gilpin County Library, Thorn Lake and Howlin Wind Brewing & Blending. Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Manchester Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 145 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Getaway
This property is amazing especially if your not wanting to be in the city. Great space to enjoy family time and outdoor activities. Truly a beautiful property! Property manager is also very nice and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil
Beautiful and peaceful cabin with everything you need for youtstayyour
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will stay here any chance we get
Donna and Don are incredible hosts! Very supportive and responsive. The pictures online don’t do this cabin justice. It’s absolutely beautiful. My son was unable to get his car up the hill and we got trapped in for a day even though they very clearly had just cleared the driveway for us. They started reaching out to neighbors about parking his car so we could enjoy the city while we were there. Roy was so nice to allow us to park about a mile from the cabin. What an absolute blessing everyone was! We enjoyed our time as a family so much thanks to Donna, Don AND their friends!! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth-Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect mountain getaway
We loved our trip to the Dancing Bear! We've stayed at quite a few vacation rentals/condos in the Rockies and this one is definitely one of our favorites. Comfortable space, well-equipped kitchen, cozy wood stove, and we loved the access to National Forest land out the door for walks with our pup. Don and Donna went out of their way to make us feel welcome and make sure we had what we needed for our stay. We hope to come back again some time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
Just what me and my girlfriend needed. A quiet getaway for the weekend. Owners were very accommodating. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family celebration
We enjoyed the mountains and the fresh snow. Great coffee! Loved the scenic drive to the cabin. Next time we will stay longer than two days!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A close getaway
Tucked away but close enough. Super awesome owners. So easy going
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

LISA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin in the woods!
The cabin itself was very adequate with direct access to the Roosevelt National Forest. We loved sitting on the porch watching the little birds and squirrels come to the open feeder. The only issue was that VRBO did not send the email with the door codes so we had to contact the owner for access. Donna was quick to respond, though. Go there. Go to Nederland and take a walk around town. So nice! door codes which
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Grace
Backed up to a national park. Could it get any better? This cabin, boasts all the amenities plus a peaceful, quiet mountain experience. What a great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick birthday trip
This is a great property in the mountains to get away and unwind. My brother and I decided to do a quick trip for my 40th birthday with some friends. Plenty to do around the area especially in Black Hawk with the casinos. *The porch is in poor conditions so be careful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Black Hawk
Cabin was perfect for a short weekend away! Short drive to many beautiful hikes. Cabin is very peaceful and loved the outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Great location and great hosts. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd annual trip to Dancin Bear Cabin
We have traveled 3 years in a row from Michigan to Colorado with our 3 dogs and have always been pleased with our stay. Donna is very prompt to respond to any questions. The accommodations are a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle. The wildlife this year was more active than the last couple years. All in all we highly recommend staying at this cabin. It’s perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing At It's Finest
The owners were wonderful with their communication and helpfulness. It is a very spacious and clean home. Very well-situated property between Black Hawk and Nederland. The place was so quiet and relaxing that we decided to stay another day, and the host was so gracious and accommodating. Highly recommend this property and we will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

molly m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and private
Bear cabin has everything one would need for a delightful stay in the mountains. The backyard opens up into a national forest and the cabin itself is both spacious and cozy. Nederland and Golden Gate State Park are just short drives away. We’ve been coming back to this cabin for several years now. We’ve made a lot of wonderful memories here! I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Beautifully decorated and equipped cabin. Perfect for our girls getaway. Can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Bradi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Ask questions. Check photos.
The reason it’s a 3 star rating is because the hot tub amenity was the only reason I booked this particular cabin. The owner knew that the hot tub was listed as their cabins amenity but said that there is a “community hot tub” and community pool down the road. Definitely false advertising. And after I sent a screen shot of the hot tub as first amenity listed on their listing, hot tub amenity was removed. Also the cabin listed as “remote”, its remote in the vicinity of a highway but the cabin is surrounded by other cabins that you can visibly see, and people walking on the road that runs in front of the place can see your cabin. So if you’re looking for a hot tub or privacy, this is not the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hiking Trails
The cabin was super cute and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. There were several nice hiking trails right out back. Thanks for sharing this beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Loved the location of the cabin. The cabin was clean and had what we needed. We had to reach out to the owner once for a quick fix and they were very responsive and helpful. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Channing S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Getaway
Donna's place was great. Felt secluded, yet close to things needed. The fireplace was fantastic, as well as having access to the snowshoeing gear to enjoy the trails behind the house. Responsive and detailed communication, and smooth check-in and out processes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Snowy Weekend Getaway
Great little place in the mountains for our snowy weekend. We booked this place over the MLK holiday weekend and was anticipating nearly 8-12" of snow. The owners were both very responsive during 0 degree hot water issues. It was the most picturesque snowy weekend near the cozy warm woodburning stove. We used the house snowshoes to romp around the snow. We had great memories in this place and would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin was the perfect quiet getaway! My partner and I needed a break from work and regular life, and this lovely spot in the mountains was a great choice. The internet may have been slower than we’re used to, but it worked fine for being way out in the woods. The views were gorgeous, and an easy drive into Nederland - such friendly people - gave us access to any supplies we needed. We’d definitely come back to Dancing Bear, and happily recommend it to friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele Y., Seattle, Washington and Tucson, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot for our summer road trip!
Cabin and host both amazing! All the comforts of home touched by warm history of the family. We loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Donna Brannan

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Don, born and raised in Colorado married Donna, a New York Native over 38 years ago. Don has enjoyed the cabin since childhood, hiking, biking, skiing, hunting, fishing, mountain climbing and exploring with his parents. We found a trail behind the cabin where a covered wagon had once tipped over. To this day old glass bottles can still be dug up at this site. The trail opens to a large meadow and bubbling stream.

Why they chose this property

A family jewell passed on, now for others to enjoy as well, Colorado history abounds the area. It is near Peak to Peak highway which has the most beautiful sights available on the front range

What makes this property unique

A huge plus is the the back door leads onto Roosevelt National Forest. Hiking & mountain biking trails are feet away to springs and nearby river. No reservations, no crowds. Wildlife prevails in the area: moose, dear and elk are common. Ghost towns surround the area, and are a short drive away.

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English

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