Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle
Our Black Bear townhome (Unit 86) is located directly across from Purgatory Ski Area and is a perfect base camp for your vacation no matter the season. The townhome features 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths & is the largest unit in the Black Bear complex. The gourmet kitchen with stainless-steel appliances includes a coffee bar as well as breakfast bar with seating and opens to the main living space and dining area. The townhome also features a gas grill, washer/dryer (laundry detergent provided) and a 2 car garage which contains a ping pong table. The master bedroom features a gas fireplace, deck with a gas firepit. The Master bath includes double sinks, a shower and a jacuzzi tub. Enjoy views of the ski slopes across Highway 550 from either deck.
The townhome is part of the resort so you have access to free on-demand shuttle service to Purgatory Ski Resort in winter but since it is across the highway you have the privacy and additional space a townhome affords. 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 with Ensuite Bath and TV (2nd Floor) 2nd Bedroom-Queen and Bunk Bed (Single over Single) (2nd Floor) 3rd Bedroom-King (2nd Floor)
This home is pet friendly! We allow a maximum of 2 dogs max and the pet fee is $40/day (for a max $250 per stay).
The 4% resort fee included in the quote is the required resort fee that must be charged & 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 & 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.
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.
–About Your Host– At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we’re a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means you can always expect locally owned and operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area. We offer 24/7 guest communication and lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance. Each property is professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained to ensure comfort and peace of mind, and every home is inspected before arrival to make sure every detail is guest-ready.
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About the area
Durango
Located in Durango, this holiday home is in the mountains. Purgatory Resort and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake of the Pines and Animas River. James Ranch and Silverton Railroad Depot are also worth visiting.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 46 min drive - 53.3 km
Getting around
Silverton Station - 33 min drive
Telluride, CO (TEX-Telluride Regional) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
Powder House - 26 min drive
Purgy's - 13 min walk
The Nugget (Bar) - 17 min walk
Dante's - 31 min drive
The Old Schoolhouse Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$828, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Largest Black Bear Townhome - Ping Pong Table - on Demand Ski Shuttle located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 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
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
What a great location, the on demand shuttle was so fast and easy at getting us to the lifts, basically ski in/ski out! House was wonderful with everything we needed. The heated garage with a ping pong table was an added bonus and fun! Host was very responsive with any issues we had. Would definitely stay again in the future!
Erin H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the prime location and the convenient on-demand shuttle—ski in/ski out is always a bonus. It’s great that the house had everything you needed and that the heated garage and ping pong table added some extra fun.
We really appreciate your kind words about our responsiveness and would be delighted to host you again anytime!
Perfect location! The condo was large enough for my family and had everything we needed. Host was very responsive in answering questions. We would love to stay here again.
Cheryl A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying with us, and for completing a review!
We were happy to host you and your group. We are so glad to hear that you had an amazing stay, and that you thought the property's location was perfect.
We look forward to having you stay with Vacation Rental Collective again in the future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amber M.
14 Jan 2026
Great Stay, Condo has everything you w
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:
Beautiful well stocked condo. Beds were cozy, the place was clean and conveniently across from the ski resort with shuttled service. Will definitely stay here again.
Amber M.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you found the condo beautiful, clean, and well stocked, and that the cozy beds and convenient location across from the ski resort made your stay even better. We’d absolutely love to host you again—thank you for choosing us!
Great house, good location, easy access to slopes. Will stay here again.
Stephanie R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
Thank you for your great review! We're so glad you enjoyed the house, the location, and the easy access to the slopes. We’d love to have you stay again in the future!
This is our second time to stay in this townhouse, we enjoy this house. Clean an inviting for guest. Perfect for a mountain getaway, close to fishing, hiking, and Jeep trails. Perfect for families or groups. Will definitely stay again.
Kimberly C.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here with Vacation Rental Collective! We hope to see you back again in the near future!
Easy walk to purgatory across the street. Very cozy and great place to relax after a long day on the mountain.
Jason N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ron J.
17 June 2022
Great 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:
On a short notice trip to Durango/Purgatory. Great location to stay. Clean, private and great views.
Ron J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad you and your guests enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective. We hope to host you again in the future!
Very nice house. Had everything we needed. Kitchen well stocked. Shuttle was extremely nice for everyone skiing at different times.
Sami S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chuck E.
2 Feb 2019
Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
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:
Great time with the family.
Chuck E.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
We appreciate the review, Charles! It was a pleasure to host you and your family - you were wonderful guests :) We hope you choose Durango Premier Vacation Rentals again for your next visit to the area!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly C.
4 June 2019
Family Trip
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:
Cabin was very clean and we really loved the location! Great for families!
Kimberly C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to host you and your family, Kimberly. Happy to hear you enjoyed the townhome and the Purgatory area. We hope you choose Durango Premier Vacation Rentals again for your next visit :)
We were looking for a place to hike and explore in southwest Colorado and knew we wanted to go to Silverton and Ouray. We had our dog with us for the hikes so this pet friendly location was perfect for us. We even found great hikes right outside the front door on the Purgatory Creek Trail and at the Purgatory resort. This was a perfect location for us to get to our hiking destinations within 30 minutes to an hour.
was a great place to stay, very clean. Fire place in living room would not turn on, no water in the refrigerator. but other then that was awesome . would stay there again for sure
CARMEN R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
We're so glad you had a great stay and ski vacation! Please always call us if you have any issues during your stay and we would have been happy to send maintenance out to make sure the pilot light in fireplace hadn't gone out for some reason. We want your stay to be as enjoyable as possible! It was a pleasure to host you and we can't wait to host you again soon :)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris y.
6 Aug 2021
Short getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything went smoothly and the rental was as described. Very pleasant stay in a nice, quality rental unit.
Chris y.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Premier Vacation Rentals. :) It was a pleasure to host you and we hope you come stay with us again soon!
Beautiful and spacious property and nicely cleaned and maintained. Location was nice halfway between town and wilderness. Wanted to open windows because AC was not working, but road noise was prohibitive.
Martha M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at this property and its beautiful location. As we mention in the property information, most properties in the area do not have AC due to their location at such high elevation. While this townhome is near the highway, providing you easy access to Purgatory Resort, there will be some road noise. I wouldn't think there would be that much noise at night to prohibit you from opening the windows though.. be sure to close them during the day to keep cool air in all day :)
We are glad you enjoyed the other elements of your stay. It was a pleasure to host you and we hope you stay again soon!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Glenn T.
5 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
July Vacation
Great stay overall.
Cable tv was not working and could not locate where to take the trash. Other than that clean property and great overall stay.
Thank you
Glenn T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for the feedback, Glenn! Always feel free to give us a call if you have any issues such as cable tv or locating the trash and we are happy to help! We do agree though - the trash receptacle used to be onsite and the HOA chose to move it down the street, so we do apologize it was not as close as we agree it should be.
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shannon B.
25 Aug 2019
Great Vacation Spot
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:
I travelled with my husband and 5 kids (ages 6-16). The accommodations were perfect.....the location was perfect. We had easy access to all of the activities we wanted to do: hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rafting, relaxing! We would definitely stay again.
Shannon B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
We love to hear how much you and your family enjoyed the home! It truly is a great place for exploring and enjoying the outdoors Durango has to offer :)
Our family of four stayed in this awesome unit for a recent ski trip to Purgatory. The unit is beautifully decorated and furnished with everything we could possibly have needed. The proximity to the ski resort, including on-demand shuttle access, enabled us to come and go as needed without having to drive in or worry about parking. We had lots of great snow during our stay, and our driveway was plowed every day. They really have thought of everything!
Jeana C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
18 June 2023
Lovely Midweek Summer Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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 was a very nice townhouse directly across the street from Purgatory. There were wonderful day hikes right out the font door. The Management Company sent very informative and frequent texts. It was a great experience and one I will repeat.
Karen H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective. :) Glad you enjoyed the property so much. We hope you come stay with us again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sofia F.
11 Jan 2023
Great home in a perfect location!
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 home was perfect for our weekend ski trip. It was in the perfect location to quickly access the mountain (we could see the Columbine lift across the street from the window) and the on demand shuttle service was great if we didn’t want to walk across the road. The home itself was clean, comfortable, and roomy enough for our group. I would absolutely stay again.
Sofia F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective. :) Glad you enjoyed the property so much. We hope you come stay with us again soon!
Dishes were dirty and the patio area reeked of gas. I think the grill was leaking gas... it’s also right on 550 so the traffic is loud with the window open. The location is amazing though and it was overall a good trip.
Tyler S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to host you, Tyler! We appreciate the feedback. The dishes are cleaned between each guest, but sometimes the hard water stains make it look like they are dirty but we assure they are not.
We will have someone go out and take a look at the grill to make sure it's not leaking so we appreciate the heads up! We're glad you enjoyed your trip and we look forward to hosting you again :)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy T.
12 Jan 2022
Perfect location and Fully Equipped Townhome
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 townhome was perfectly located and equipped with everything that you need. The heated garage was a bonus (and very nice when freezing outside)! It is along Hwy 550 but the road noise did not bother us at all. The fireplace was not working and maintenance showed up within an hour and had it working. I would definitely stay here again.
Amy T.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Vacation Rental Collective. :) It was a pleasure to host you and we hope you come stay with us again soon!
We were very happy with the location and the home in general. It was well maintained, had a great floorplan with plenty of storage space, and had a well stocked kitchen which is rare for the rentals I have been in before. It also had plenty of seating in the main room for our group which was really nice. I was a little disappointed that they listed a shuttle as part of the rental which was not the case when we arrived. It ended up not being too much of an issue which is why I kept my rating high. We actually visited Durango this summer and were looking to purchase a place there and I loved the area.
Courtnee S.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
francisco b.
10 Sept 2018
Great 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:
Great place to stay in beautiful Durango, right by the ski area! As such it is a bit far from town but not a problem for us since we wanted to be close to the forest. Great rooms, baths, furniture and a ping pong table. Would definitely stay here again.Only very minor downside was the refrigerator did not have a working filter to get water from BUT they did have a pitcher with filter to use.
francisco b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
We appreciate the feedback! You were wonderful guests and it was a pleasure to host you. We are glad you enjoyed your stay - being up near the forest is always my favorite as well. We hope you choose Durango Premier Vacation Rentals again for your next visit :)
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Mark O.
21 Sept 2018
Black Bear 86
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Upon walking into the unit I was greeted by a an empty beer can in the nicho and a garbage bag filled with consumables on the floor. My wife and I felt that the cleaning crew perhaps came in and left rather abruptly. The location was great for summer fun, nice access to hiking etc. Was a bit disappointed with the grill. The patio grill was rather filthy and prevented us from grilling. Overall the space was spaciously and well appointed. We have stayed in Telluride Mountain Village before and found some of the appointments comparable. For the price we paid for cleaning($170) and such we were rather disappointed.
Mark O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent stay with Durango Premier Vacation Rentals. I'm so sorry this is the first we heard from you. Obviously the greeting you experienced and outline in your review is not consistent with our standards. We appreciate the opportunity to remedy these types of situations to make sure that you and your family have the best vacation possible! We have addressed this issue with our cleaners to ensure future guests don't have a similar experience. Although it may be hard to overcome your first impression, we are glad to hear that the condo's furnishings were consistent with your expectations. Thank you again for your feedback! Please reach out to us the next time you stay with us so we can make your vacation the best it can be.
Ideal vacation for skiing, especially since it was perfect weather!
While the rest of the country was in a deep freeze, we were in perfect weather, sunny, low 40's, no wind! A couple of nitpicks, though (and this may be directed towards previous renters who don't care to get them fixed as well as the owners). There were several problems, none of which were showstoppers (fireplace pilot light was out, downstairs TV wasn't working correctly, some utensils were dirty, etc.). I know it would be difficult for the cleaners to know about the TV, but dirty spatulas, spoons, etc., should be checked by them.
The information on VRBO was accurate regarding access to the ski area. The shuttle was very quick since they weren't that busy. However, what the information doesn't show is that there is a maximum per day for using the shuttle. Also, walking across the highway was an option, especially for the snowboarders in there near-normal boots compared to skiers in their torture boots. Overall, we would definitely stay there again!
James K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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