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Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8151.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Durango, CO
  • Purgatory Resort
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Lake of the Pines
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cliffs at Tamarron
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle

Black Bear (Unit 70) is located directly across the highway from Purgatory Resort and is a perfect base for your vacation no matter the season. Our townhome features 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths, a gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances includes a bar with seating and opens to the main living space and dining area, giving you plenty of space to relax.

The townhome home is part of the resort so you have access to free on-demand shuttle service to Purgatory Ski Resort but since it is across the highway you have the privacy and additional space a townhome affords (it’s part of a duplex). 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 Bed with TV and Ensuite Bath (2nd Floor)
2nd Bedroom - King Bed with TV (2nd Floor)
3rd bedroom - 2 sets of Bunk Beds (Single Over Single (Upstairs)

The townhome is not pet friendly - please do not bring pets.

The 4% resort fee included in the quote is the required resort fee that must be charged and 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 and 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.

Cancellation Policy: A non-refundable payment of $300 is required at the time of booking. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time of the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.

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.

Property manager

Vacation Rental Collective - The Durango Collection
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Durango

Located in Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains. Lake of the Pines and Animas River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include James Ranch and Silverton Railroad Depot. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
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Durango, CO

What's nearby

  • Purgatory Resort - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake of the Pines - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Electra Lake - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cliffs at Tamarron - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Telluride Ski Resort - 94 min drive - 69.1 km

Getting around

  • Silverton Station - 33 min drive
  • Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 87 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Bear Townhome Across from Purgatory - Views - Ski Shuttle located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Purgatory Resort and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake of the Pines. Animas River and Electra Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Great family ski vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time. The condo had everything we needed and were comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Black Bear 70
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We wear a family of 6. 4 adults and two children. This property was wonderful. You could see the slopes from the back porch. I highly recommend this property. Plenty of space and very nice accommodations.
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10/10 Excellent

Marya F.

Wonderful place to stay!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome stay overall. Black Bear is the best with the door to door shuttle service to the ski area (right across the street). The photos are a great representation of the home which was clean, comfortable and attractive. The TVs were a bit difficult to figure out how to use so instructions there would have been helpful. Overall we were very happy with our stay and look forward to returning.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient for Skiers
We enjoyed our stay in this townhouse. it was well-stocked - including little boxes of items in each bathroom and kitchen - which I thought was a very nice bonus. We would recommend for skiers since the shuttle comes to your front door and brings you to the ski resort's front door!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gilbert M., Rio Rancho

Ski Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was awesome and fit our family perfectly. We had two little kids and the bunk beds were perfect for them. This place is so close to the mountain and was easy to access. We will be staying again this season.

10/10 Excellent

Russell M., San Angelo, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fit for 2 families to share
This place hit all the right notes. Ample room to gather and eat, and beds for everyone. Shuttle to the mountain was easy to request and very handy. Fun week. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Eleanor M., Houston, Texas

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
Well equipped townhome. Good location but loud road noise from hwy 550. 2 king bedrooms was nice.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Eleanor M., Houston, Texas

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Comfortable
Road noise was bothersome. Without a/c and during a heat wave, windows had to stay open. The house was well appointed with basic cooking needs and a washer/dryer. It was nice to be able to use the garage for our car. Comfortable furnishings with 2 king rooms and one bunk room. Nothing fancy but just fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Loved our Stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property is right across the street from Purgatory and is in great shape. Perfect townhome for our spring break vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back!
This is our second year at Black Bear, last year we rented the "biggest" townhouse in the community and we did not want to rent it again. Bigger is not always better. We were very pleased with this year's townhouse. It was very well equipped and clean. The two king sized beds were very comfortable, which was a nice change from last year's experience. The on-demand shuttle is wonderful for the skiers in the group, and it was also appreciated by our non skiers because it was easy for them to join us for lunch. Other reviews complained about the carpet. It is true is looks a bit worn, but then it is a rental property and unfortunately people are not always as responsible as they should be, so there are stains. That did not bother us at all. My greatest compliment is I will be renting this townhouse next season.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Super convenient location! Love the Black Bear townhomes! Maintenance Issues -with this unit - master bather toilet flusher broken, so could not use (turned off water to stop running) kitchen trash can sensor not working so had to lift lid with hand all the time (gross) both these reported to management company on arrival but not fixed in the 5 days. No internet working even after up plugging - to restart. The name and passwords not listed for the house! Did not realize till the 2nd day - we just used our hotspots for laptop access!! Nothing that we would not stay again, as we were gone skiing all day and eating in Durango at night :)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
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6/10 Okay

Elise R.

Great Location
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is fantastic. Cons- not very clean, carpet needs cleaning, dishes were not clean and lots were chipped. Couch cushions were not vacuumed, nor was the underneath of chairs, sofa and beds. The water is very hard. The internet was not working which was frustrating when trying to figure out plans.

8/10 Good

Corinne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area
This was a beautiful area. The house itself was clean accept for an unflushed toilet and we didn't trust any of the dishes after we found a bowl with food on it. But other than that the rooms and bathrooms were clean and well decorated. The neighborhood was really cute and there is a cute lake down the road. Lots of great hiking trails nearby. We never did figure out where the hot tub and pool were. I thought they were nearby because of the pictures but we never found them. We never asked though. We had our dog with us and It worked out really good. There was a nice long tiled hallway in the entryway that was a great place for a bed and food for him.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Great Stay - Great Locations
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was great for our family and management was very responsive! Trails are within walking distance and directly across from Purgatory. Lodging staff was great for use of hot tub and pool. During our stay the coffee maker quit working (it happens) and the home could definitely use new frying pans which management has indicated they will handle. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

Super Clean
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: One of the nicest condos i have stayed in at Purgatory/Durango. It is clear the owner takes very good care of their unit. Location is awesome, and condo was very well appointed. I would highly recommend this condo
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8/10 Good

A guest from Midland, TX

Great place - poor cleaning
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First off, the place and location were great. However there are a couple things that were completely unacceptable, especially at this price point. The first one is that the house was not at all properly cleaned before we arrived. Either you guys know about this and are cutting corners, or your cleaning people are screwing you over. We had to wash the master sheets as they were completely dirty and unwashed. Half of the towels were dirty and unwashed so we also had to wash those, and multiple dishes were dirty. As I’m sure you can imagine this was not a fun chore to do on the first couple days of vacation. Between the nightly rate and cleaning fee of this place, this was unacceptable. The second is a little simpler - the kitchen faucet. It’s broken and would only turn off when messed with for 5 minutes. Spend the $150 on a new faucet and save guests the hassle and frustration. Other than these two things, the place was incredible and I’d definitely come back assuming a clean house and working faucet.

10/10 Excellent

Kaelyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The house was very clean and well prepared for our stay. I felt like we could contact the property manager easily, in case we needed anything (not that we did). It is a bit of a ways from Durango, but right across the street from Purgatory. It worked well for our family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, accommodations for ski trip
We stayed four nights. The location is awesome, though it is about .8 mile to the base of the beginner area, so not walkable with young children carrying skis. The on-demand shuttle was prompt (within 10 minutes of calling), picked up right at the front door, and dropped off at whichever location at Purgatory Resort we wanted, which was awesome for the grandmother and young kids who wanted abbreviated ski days. Nice to know things for future guests: the garage was deep enough for us to park our Honda Pilot with hitch carrier attached. There is a rack on the wall for 4 sets of skis, and plenty of space for our boots to stay in the garage to dry out after skiing. The kitchen has everything you would need, except for sandwich bags, which would have been nice for packing our lunches. Coffee filters are provided for the coffee maker. There are foam pads for the fold-out sleepers, and plenty of sheets and towels. Just a tip for travelers, or a suggestion for the owner: One thing we brought ourselves, which might be a helpful addition for the owner to provide, were over-the-door hooks. Since we have skied with kids before and know that their outerwear tends to get scattered when they take it off after skiing, we brought our own hooks to keep their gear organized and hung right in the entryway/exit to the garage. There is a coat rack in the entryway, but we liked having additional room to hang our kids' ski clothing. The only issue we had was that the washer and dryer were not working, but an email to the owner resolved this quickly and we were able to use the washer and dryer the next day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Fantastic January at Purgatory
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family of 6 stayed for 3 weeks at 70 Black Bear and had a wonderful time. The townhouse was comfortable and well stocked. Upon arrival we did need a few items that were missing and Premier Vacation Rentals was incredibly helpful and promptly got us the items. They are probably the best management company that I’ve experienced. While the house supposedly can sleep 7, in reality it really sleeps 4 or 5 in bedrooms and another person in the living room on the pull out sofa. The 3rd bedroom is tiny and has room for only a single pull out sofa bed. There were nice thick, comfy mattress toppers for the pull out beds. 70 Black Bear is right across the street from Purgatory. It’s more of a very busy road than street so we used the shuttle service to and from the slopes. We loved the convenience of door to door service. Also. we found a trail head nearby for the San Juan National Forest. Also, try the food truck at The Nugget. They have great sliders! I would recommend this townhouse and definitely Premier Vacation Rentals!
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Weekend Escape
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great proximity to Purgatory Resort while also being convenient to Durango. The shuttle for skiing was extremely convenient, even on a busy weekend.
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10/10 Excellent

Eddie G., Mesa, Arizona

Wife, dog and me
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really liked the condo for the 3 of us. Nice to pull into the garage to unload, plus keeping truck out of the weather was nice too.The downstairs, our main hangout, and master bathroom were very comfortable. Master TV area needs remodeling for larger tv. Twin beds in 2nd bedroom could be issue for adults, 3rd “bed” room is a small study with a small pull out. I walked across hwy 550 easily with my gear with no problem to ski lift. Great area to walk dog and awesome trail head down the street! We planned to cook and eat at the condo, luckily, due to resort area closing when lifts shut down. Think that is Covid related. A few restaurants 3-4 miles down hwy, for nearest market your driving to Durango. As for Purgatory Ski resort, I don’t know if this is the Covid affect, but I found it to be dull. I really struggled to put my finger on this felling. Nice open runs, no lift lines, blessed with good snow, but I just felt some lack of connection? Is it Covid? Is it the resort name? Is it me? Anyway, nice roomy, quiet condo in good out door setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Great Condo! Great Location! Perfect for our family of four!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed the week of Christmas...this condo had everything g we needed (even a crock pot). Tons of dishes and towels, even a sandwich maker. Both fireplaces were amazing, just flip a switch! We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Annie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay in the mountains!
My boyfriend, dog, and I enjoyed our stay in Durango at this awesome ski condo. We were there for three weeks and were able to walk our dog around the pond every morning and hike or mountain bike every evening. Would love to return one day!
Stayed 19 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Shane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week in Durnango
Beautiful location, tons to do. The third “bedroom” is not really a bedroom at all but the pull out couch downstairs worked out fine to accommodate is. Otherwise a fantastic condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

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