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Imagine: Centering your next getaway among Colorado's 14,000 foot peaks.
Imagine: Easy access to trails, fishing, rafting, mountain bike trails, back-country cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Imagine: Watching the sun wash mountain peaks with pink at the start of each day.
Imagine: Snowflakes falling softly on your face while you soothe away your cares in the steamy warmth of our hot tub.
Imagine: A crackling campfire on a river beach, gazing up at more stars than you thought possible.
Imagine: Sitting by a cozy fireplace while outside snow is softly falling.
Imagine: Exploring Aspen's summer splendor and Leadville's mining past.
Imagine: Looking out across the world from the highest peak in Colorado.
Imagine: Mount Elbert Lodge where these dreams are reality.

Mt. Elbert Lodge began as a base camp for a miner with gold claims on Black Cloud Creek, back in the heyday of Colorado's mining boom. Today we are a quiet get-away nestled in San Isabel National Forest at the base of Colorado's highest peak. Step out of today's often-hectic world into an earlier time at Mt. Elbert Lodge. We have few TVs, radios or phones in our comfortable, well-kept B&B and housekeeping cabins. What we do have is a front row seat to the grandeur of the Colorado Rockies. Gaze out any window at mountains that rise to protect our beautiful high valley and we are sure you'll be entranced. Then step out the door and decide -- is today for hiking to the peaks, wandering the mountain meadows, pursuing your passions for technical rock climbing, mountain biking, river rafting, fishing high mountain lakes and streams, exploring the old mining towns, or just sitting on the porch soaking up the glorious Colorado sun. In the winter, well the spot is the same but you trade your boots for cross-country skis, snowshoes, and ice fishing gear. Please note our access to Aspen Colorado is not available in the winter.

Our B&B is located in the original log cabin the miners used for bunking down and storing supplies before they pack up the mules and head up the steep trail to their mines. Much more comfortable now, our lodge has three rooms with private baths (two of which have jetted tubs for 2) and two rooms that share a bath. All rooms are upstairs and share a common living and dining room on the main floor. Limited kitchen access also available for B&B guests. Room prices range from $70-$105 a night double occupancy. Our cabins are scattered around our property, giving each its own sense of privacy and great views of the mountains. Inside, the cabins are comfortably furnished each having separate bedroom(s), 1 or more baths and a kitchen-dining-living room. Cabins are equipped with basic pots and pans, table service, towels and linens for the number that the cabin sleeps. Cabin rates range from $79-$140 a night for 1 bedroom, $95-$164 for 2 bedrooms, $125-$185 for the 4 bedroom Barn cabin, and $140-$364 a night for the 5 bedroom Lodge cabin or 3 bedroom Elk cabin. Rates are for double occupancy, additional people sharing a cabin add $10/person/night.

Your hosts, Scott and Laura are always eager to share their love of Colorado with you to help insure you have the kind of vacation you're looking for at the top of the Rockies. So look around, check out our Web site or for a real voice call us. Just be sure your trip to the mountains includes a visit to Mt. Elbert Lodge where you step into a quieter, more peaceful time the moment you walk in our door.

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On Highway 82, 4 miles above Twin Lakes. PO Box 40, Twin Lakes, Colorado 81251; 800-381-4433; 719-486-0594; fax 719-486-2236.

LODGING

• Lodging Open Dates: All Year

RATES

• Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $75 to $384
• Weekly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $499 to $1995
• Off-season rates available.
• Multi-Night Stay Required: During holidays and special events, please call for details.

ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

• About Smoking: All non smoking units.
• Cabins/Cottages with Cooking Facilities: 7
• Vacation Homes or Guest Houses: 3
• Lodge Rooms without Cooking Facilities: 5
• Bed and Breakfast (B&B) Rooms Children permitted: Yes
• Air Conditioning: None.
• Units with Queen Beds: All units.
• Units with a Private Jetted Bath Tub: 3
• Units with Wood Fireplaces: 1
• Units with Gas/Electric-Log Fireplaces: 7
• Additional Amenities (ask about availability): Coffee Maker with coffee.

TECHNOLOGY IN UNITS

• Units with TV: Some units.
• Internet Access in Units: Some units.
• Internet Access at No Additional Fee: Through Wi-Fi wireless.

FACILITIES

• Elevation: 9700 feet above sea level.
• Region: North Central - Leadville & Twin Lakes Area
• Region: South Central - Buena Vista Area
• Location: Remote, far away from a community convenience store and restaurant.
• Setting: Mountain views. Waterfront setting along a river, stream or creek. Waterfront setting beside a lake, reservoir or pond. Adjoins public lands. Country feel. Forested.
• OPEN Campfires (individual use): Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
• BBQ Grills (individual use): Yes
• Meals Regularly Served: Breakfast.
• On-Property in Central Area for Guests to Use: Outdoor Hot Tub. Wood Stove.
• Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard. Discover Card. American Express.

PET POLICIES

• Pets in Lodging: Some pets are allowed in private rental units. There may be a fee or a deposit. Make advance arrangements
• Phone: In common area.
• Wi-Fi Wireless Internet: Available free.

FUN THINGS TO DO

PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

• National Forests & BLM Lands: Walking distance.
• State Parks: 20 minutes drive.
• Designated Historic District, Site or Plaza: 5 minutes drive.
• Ghost Town: 30 minutes drive.
• Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: 5 minutes drive to the scenic byway.
• Designated Hiking Trails: Walking distance to trailhead.
• Museum: 30 minutes drive.
• Hot Mineral Springs: 30 minutes drive.
• Golf Course: 30 minutes drive.
• Movie Theater: 35 minutes drive.
• Art Gallery: 5 minutes drive.
• Restaurant(s): 5 minutes drive.
• Internet Cafe: 30 minutes drive.

PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

• Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: On site.
• Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: 10 minutes drive.
• Guided Fishing Trips (Licensed): Wade Fishing. Float Fishing. Lake Fishing.
• Fly Shop: 30 minutes drive.
• Boat Rentals: Canoe, Raft, Row, Paddle &/or Motor: 5 minutes drive.
• Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: 15 minutes drive.
• Kayaking Rentals: 5 minutes drive.
• Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): 30 minutes drive.
• Jeep Trails: 10 minute drive. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
• Jeep Rentals: 30 minutes drive.
• Jeep Tours: 30 minute drive (off road, back country, 4WD, Jeep® or jeeping).
• Tourist Train Rides: 30 minutes drive.
• Mine Tours: 30 minutes drive.
• Mountain Bike Trails: 5 minutes drive to trailhead.
• Bike Path: 30 minutes drive.
• Bicycle Shop: 30 minutes drive.
• Performing Arts Theatre: 30 minutes drive.
• Mini Golf: 20 minutes drive.

WINTER ACTIVITIES

• Downhill/Snowboarding Ski Area: 45 minutes drive.
• Cross Country Skiing Trails: Trails start on site.
• Snowshoe Trails: Trails on site.
• Ice Fishing: 10 minutes drive.
• Sleigh Rides: 30 minutes drive.