The Lodge, spacious, tranquil setting, Carbondale

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A rural landscape with a house and a barn.
A rural landscape with a red barn and a house on a hill, surrounded by shrubbery.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A spacious living room with a wooden bench, leather sofas, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
A room with a leather armchair, a lamp, a small tree with lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Carbondale, CO
  • Place, Ranch at Roaring Fork
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Roaring Fork River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cattle Creek
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aspen, CO (ASE-Pitkin County)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Sunrise

1 Queen Bed

Sunset

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Powder room

Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Carbondale

Located in Missouri Heights, a neighbourhood in Carbondale, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. While the natural beauty of Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and Iron Mountain Hot Springs can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Glenwood Hot Springs. Travelling with kids? Consider The Arts Campus at Willits (TACAW) and Linear Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Carbondale, CO

What's nearby

  • Ranch at Roaring Fork - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Roaring Fork River - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cattle Creek - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Willits Town Center - 13 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Spring Creeks Ranch - 13 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Glenwood Springs Station - 27 min drive
  • Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dos Gringos Burritos - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cocoa Club By Pollinator Chocolate - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Village Smithy Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lodge, spacious, tranquil setting, Carbondale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lodge, spacious, tranquil setting, Carbondale?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lodge, spacious, tranquil setting, Carbondale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lodge, spacious, tranquil setting, Carbondale?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lodge, spacious, tranquil setting, Carbondale located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Cattle Creek, Roaring Fork River, and Ranch at Roaring Fork. The Arts Campus at Willits (TACAW) and Linear Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property on top of the world

Our family of four had a marvelous time. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Wedding

This house was the perfect spot for a family wedding visit. Plenty of room for us and yard area for kids to run around. View of Mt Sopris impressed all the visitors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful & Peaceful

Great location! You are off all by yourself. The layout of the house is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A favorite for sure!!!

Everyone in my family loved this home! We stayed with our 5 children, ranging in age from 20-years-old to 5-years-old, and everyone had plenty of space and plenty to do! The scenery is idyllic, and the hosts make you feel very welcomed. We would love to return to this home and spend more time exploring this beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

exceptional mountain retreat

this was our second stay at the lodge. it was perfect! the home is so well equipped and comfortable. as a family we ate in and enjoyed the beautiful kitchen, ease of laundry and quiet setting. Ted and Julia readily answered questions and offered local suggestions as well. hope we are able to return next year! thank you for an amazing vacation experience
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace in the Valley

Something to do for everyone including grandma/grandpa, daughter/son in law,3 grandchildren. I wished the property had a yard for the grandkids but it had everything else...board games-puzzles-cards-foos ball..and a quick walk on "Summit Trail". The house is clean And comfortable! Great bed! Easy access to every thing in the area. Fabulous hosts!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book this home! It will make your amazing trip to Colorado the perfect vacation. The owners have thought of everything. A private trail to a beautiful outdoor sitting area, comfy beds, a perfectly appointed kitchen, all the games you can think of, all the perfect storage for fly rides and your hiking gear! I could go on! Also, the owners are incredibly kind, thoughtful and communicative.We always love visiting CO. This house made us feel like we were locals. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Clean and well stocked. Host was very responsive and made great recommendations. We missed having an outdoor grill but loved the views from the seating area outside. Enjoyed the small towns of Carbondale and Basalt!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled to Carbondale from Missouri for a family wedding. We were all greatly impressed by the home itself, the quality of the accommodations (appliances, toiletries, linens, furniture) and the extras. We spent one night stargazing at their comfortable outdoor viewing area. Our hosts were wonderful, letting us check in early, responding quickly to any inquiries and showing a genuine interest in our enjoyment of our time there. We were located just a short distance from Carbondale and had a few really good meals there and enjoyed a hike at the nearby Mushroom Rocks. We also visited the Aspen area via a 40 minute drive. Great memories were made and we would all love to stay agin if we ever make it back to the Colorado area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!!

Elkview Lodge is bright and spacious, beautifully decorated and extremely comfortable. It has up to date appliances, large bathrooms and comfy beds. Julia and Ted are wonderful hosts, who are easy to contact with any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot in the valley

Ted and Julia are wonderful hosts! The lodge is exceptionally well equipped and nicely furnished in mountain style. The beds are comfy and we loved cooking dinner in the beautiful kitchen. The location is very convenient to all the Valley has to offer located midway between Glenwood Springs and Aspen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great return visit.

We loved the house and location so much we decided to visit again. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Almost want to keep this one a secret...

The Lodge is fantastic! Ted and Julia thought of every detail to make our stay the most comfortable we have ever had away from home. The beds were wonderful, adequate seating in both living and dining room, the kitchen was well stocked, and we thoroughly enjoyed the outside seating as well. The area is incredible, one week was too short to explore it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

This was by far the most beautiful and well kept VRBO we have ever stayed in! It was roomy and comfortable. It had fun things for the kids to do. We all loved the space.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Carbondale Retreat

The Lodge was just what we were looking for. It’s location is amazing for doing anything in the Roaring Fork valley. 30 minutes from Aspen, 20 minutes to Glenwood, and 25 minutes to world class skiing. We liked that the property makes you feel like you are far removed from everything. The house is very clean with modern touches. Our daughters made sledding tracks with sleds provided by Ted and Julia. The house has extremely fast Wi-Fi as we had multiple devices hooked up and never had any issues. Ted and Julia were always a phone call away for anything we needed even if it was just for advice. I can’t wait to stay here in the summer to bike the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carbondale

We had a four day visit for a friends wedding. I was able to rent this place for not much more than a nice hotel and it was so nice. It was completely rebuilt last year and is in immaculate shape. The kitchen was great, linens were great, Smart TV had multiple options to watch, etc. There are three bedrooms upstairs - one of which has double full size bunk beds. The main level is open and spacious. Although we were a small group (3 of us), this house could easily accomodate a much larger house. We were very busy and did not get to meet Ted and Julia until the last day. However, we are hopeful to return and utilize their knowledge of the area. Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded all expectations!

This place exceeded all expectations we had! We traveled West for a friends wedding and brought along our children and my parents. ThIs place had plenty of space for everyone to spread out and yet all feel close enough. The views from the ridge were spectacular and the perfect place to catch the sunrise or sunset. The house was stocked with any and everything you need… even fun games and books too! Ted and Julia were the best hosts and made us feel welcome from the moment we pulled onto the property. We will absolutely enjoy this place again and would recommend them time and time again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous location

We loved staying at this property which is surrounded by open countryside. The living area is very spacious and the house was super clean, well equipped and comfortable. We will be recommending it to friends and would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great visit to the Roaring Fork Valley!

The house was perfect. My twin sons loved the foosball table and we all loved the incredible views from the property. Everything was spotless and well maintained. It was an excellent base of operations for activities from Glenwood Springs to Aspen. We had a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding in Carbondale

The lodge was a great place to stay for our friends’ wedding in Carbondale. Just a short drive from the town and still feel like you get the mountain experience. The lodge was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. Ted and Julia were great at communicating with us, especially prior to our stay given the lack of reception once you get to the lodge. Never had any issues! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at The Lodge

We loved our stay at The Lodge! Very clean, modern amenities, great location and great hosts. The pictures do not lie.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sparkling clean, beautifully appointed mountain home

My husband, mother in law, and our two kids (6,4) stayed at the Lodge for almost a week, it was so peaceful, great trails near, perfect for our family. We loved the kitchen and the fuseball table, the sunsets and sunrises and Ted and Julia were so kind and helpful with our questions about the area and activities! We are so grateful and cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country-style luxury getaway

Very comfortable stay, with all the amenities we needed. The location was great, with a short drive to Aspen and Glenwood Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!!

This was the perfect base camp for our Glenwood adventure. The house is very clean, beautifully furnished and the view from the Summit trail is spectacular. The beds were super comfy and everyone enjoyed playing some football. The night sky was amazing and the kids enjoyed all the neighbor horses and other livestock. Overall great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolute Perfection

I don't know if a written review will do this property justice, so do yourself a favor and BOOK a STAY! We will certainly be back, Lord-willing. Ted & Julia are the most gracious hosts. The early communication during booking and arrival was personal and incredibly helpful: information about local events, skiing help, hike suggestions, eat-out recommendations -- if there was a question or inquiry, they answered - and did so happily. Ted met us on arrival and spent time welcoming us. Julia stopped by a few days later just to visit and check on us. They are incredibly friendly and kind. The Lodge was amazing. The drop zone/foyer area is the perfect spot to "drop" all of your gear. We happen to be skiing so we would come in, shed our outer-wear, hang it up and let it dry. If you are fishing, hiking, kayaking, biking -- any outdoor adventure -- they have storage and gear drops for all of that, too. The Lodge was immaculately clean and very well- appointed. The furnishings were tasteful and tidy. We loved the wide selection of board games for family game nights. The kitchen has everything you could ever need to cook any meal - and includes high-end appliances that make it fun to cook - if you are so inclined. The beds were crazy-comfortable. Plenty of pillows and cozy blankets and duvets. We cannot recommend The Elk Lodge enough. Oh...and the views! Holy Cow, the views! Ted & Julia have a trail that runs up the hill next to their private residence that gives you the most spectacular view of the Elk Mountain Range - featuring views of several of Colorado's 14ers and the awe-inspiring Mt. Sopris. Ask Ted to point out all of the peaks - he can do it, and give you great information on them. He'll also make sure you don't miss the elk herd that travels through the property often. He sent us texts for the kids with their tracks - just for fun. It was so appreciated. You can tell that Ted & Julia really love hosting. Have I mentioned you should just book your stay? Go enjoy for yourself. You won't be disappointed. We cannot wait to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2021
Thank you so much for visiting and sharing your kind thoughts about your time with us. It was so wonderful to meet and host your lovely family and look forward to a visit in the future, should the opportunity arise for you to return to our home.
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