Black Bear Hollow is a peaceful & romantic oasis in the mountains of Red Feather Lakes, Colorado! Nestled in a gorgeous aspen grove & forest of tall pines, spruce & wildflowers~on >2 acres with easy year-round access! WIFI, Smart TV. Pet-friendly-2 dogs max. Located 1/2 mile from Beaver Meadows Resort, 10 min from Red Feather Lakes, 1 hr from Fort Collins, 2 hrs from Denver, 1.5 hrs from Cheyenne! Elevation 8572 feet high!
You'll love our peaceful & romantic haven because of the wildlife, seclusion, peaceful vibe & tranquility, convenience to our private access of 25 miles of trails in the forest right out the front door, abundant fishing opportunities 5-10 minutes away! Our oasis is good for solo travelers, couples, small families & small groups of friends.
*Year round availability~This retreat has something for every season. The changing aspen leaves are brilliant; wildflowers are abundant; and the sunrises and sunsets are spectacular! It is common to see lots of wildlife around our home so be sure and keep your camera handy!
*Relax surrounded by forest~ You may want to just relax, reconnect with nature, hang out surrounded by forest & stargaze--view the Milky Way in all it's starry splendor away from city lights in this dark sky community. Many activities to choose from when you feel like adventuring out in every season.
*Hiking~ The clean, crisp mountain air is always inviting. Short walk out the front door down the road (1/8 mile) to access of 25 miles of trails in the Roosevelt National Forest.
*Canoe/kayak: Kayaks and canoes are available for rent from Jax Outdoor Gear in Fort Collins-You can take the kayaks or canoes out onto the public lakes in Red Feather Lakes; they are not allowed on the private lakes.
*More Activities~nearby include bird & wildlife viewing, paddle boarding, horseback riding, river rafting on the N Fork of the Cache la Poudre River, snowshoeing, snow tubing, and cross-country skiing (the nearby resort 1/2 mile away offers horses, snowshoes, snow tubes and cross country skis for rent). Fox Acres golf club is open to the public in Red Feathers-gorgeous scenery for golfing!
*Cell Service~AT&T, T-Mobile, Consumer Cellular, Metro-PCS & Sprint all typically work well at our retreat--others work nearby on higher ground.
*WiFi~High speed internet, continuous Wifi provided.
*Meals~A nearby resort offers a fantastic restaurant, and there are also other great restaurants in Red Feathers.
*Fireplace (wood not provided)~After the meal, snuggle in front of the wood-burning fireplace in the main living area or settle into the cozy den to watch the large flat screen TV with DISH Satellite TV; play games; or read. You may want to take a relaxing soak in the oversized oval tub off the front bedroom. This warm and inviting home is furnished with a clever bear motif, and new super comfy mattresses.
~Decompress~Disconnect~Reconnect with Nature, Family & Friends
**Seclusion~The majority of your neighbors will be deer, moose, elk, black bears, bobcats, birds, eagles, marmots, wild turkeys, grouse, and much more. You may also see antelope, & mountain goats on the scenic drive up the mountain.
*House Details: Spacious & full of light modular home with 3 bedrooms; 2 with queens & 3rd with queen sofa sleeper with new foam mattress, 2 baths (1 private bath off front bedroom with tub & shower, 2nd full bath with walk in shower), living room.
*Sleeps 6: (2 queens, 1 queen sofa sleeper; Common area/living room has new queen air mattress, leather couch & loveseat).
*Dishwasher/disposal, microwave, washer/dryer, 2 flat screen TVs with DISH Satellite TV.
*Abundant windows, vaulted ceilings, skylights, propane forced air heat and fireplace.
*Kitchen essentials pots/pans/skillets, 7 qt Crock Pot, Oster 24 lb turkey roaster oven (18 qt), utensils, cutting board, plethora of cooking knives, bake ware, dishware, wine glasses/mugs/cups/glasses stocked in the kitchen.
*Please note no outside fires and no fireworks allowed. There is not an approved fire pit. Larimer County and Crystal Lakes HOA have both strictly banned all fire pits from short term rentals.
*Trading Post in Red Feather Lakes Village has groceries, liquor, fuel and fun gifts & souvenirs.
*Getting there~Please note the majority of the access road is a well maintained paved county road.
*Winter. 4 wheel drive is highly recommended & sometimes necessary Nov-May. The weather can change very quickly on the mountain. Please check weather forecast, contact us if questions and plan accordingly.
* Dog Friendly! :) Bring your best buddy (or buddies) with you for your vacation! No need to leave Fido behind or arrange for a pet sitter! Pet fee is $30 per dog, per night. Up to 2 dogs max. Dogs must be at least 1 year old. Please let owners know when booking your stay how many dogs are in your family that will be joining you. Please bring a blanket for your dog to lay on, as they are not allowed on the beds or furniture. Please pick up after your dog. Please never leave your dog in the home unattended unless they are crated.
*Fort Collins is about an hour drive away, it's a cool town with lots to do. Check it out at www.visitfortcollins.com.
*Drala Mountain Center (previously Shambhala) is about a 20 minute drive away, it offers many classes and teaching of paths of personal health, deepened awareness and transformation. There are also several churches in Red Feather Lakes Village.
* Wildlife~Please be aware you are going into wildlife country if you stay at Black Bear Hollow. This is home to a lot of wildlife, including moose, bobcats, elk, deer, eagles, coyotes, marmots, mountain lions, lynx, black bears and much more.
*No Hunting, shooting or archery allowed on property.
*No Rearranging of Furniture.
*No Smoking inside or outside the home.
*Owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises which includes any damage to any vehicles or trailers, campers, etc. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premises.
*Please keep your pets supervised if under voice command, or on a leash for their safety.
*No ATV/UTVs allowed on any roads in the community or the nearby trails. There are some you can trailer to--check with the Forest Service for specifics.
*Fishing~There are 6 public lakes in the area within about a 10 min drive--where fishing is free. Fee to nearby resort (1/2 mile away) to fish the N Fork of the Cache la Poudre River only 1/2 mile from the house. Our guests enjoy access to an additional 4 private lakes in Crystal Lakes (fishing of private lakes requires a fishing pass purchased from Crystal Lakes Base Camp).
*Fishing Pass Info: To fish the private lakes in the community require a fee to Crystal Lakes Base Camp-daily guest fishing passes are available from their office (open 9am - 5pm 5 days a week Tues - Sat and Sun 9am-1pm with exception of holidays). Adult guests (16+) $45; Youth guests (7-15) $25; Age 6 and under free with paying adult. The daily pass is specific to one person for one day. (Limit 3 fish). Please let owners know if you would like to purchase fishing passes from the office, so we can make arrangements for you to do so.
*SNOW TUBING!~Literally out the front door and around the bend you will find 12 snow tube runs at the nearby resort--check with them on days/hours of operation. Cross country skiing & snowshoeing on the nearby trails right out the front door with private access to the Forest!
*Note: Your safety matters. An exterior security camera is located at the driveway, facing out. The camera does not look into any interior spaces.
LARIMER COUNTY VACATION HOME RENTAL approval number 21-ZONE3157
