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G R Bar Ranch Cabins

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If you have dreamed about an exciting vacation, high in the picturesque Rocky Mountains, this is it! The secluded, G R Bar Ranch Cabins are at 9,000' and 9,600' elevation, adjoining both the Gunnison and Grand Mesa National Forests. These completely furnished ranch houses with the comforts of home including new Beauty Rest mattresses rent by the week, so you can really settle into a vacation away from it all. Arrowhead Cabin, at 9,000', sleeps five and is completely modern. Red Springs Cabin, a half mile from the national forest at 9,600', sleeps eight and features a fireplace, propane furnace, and a gas range. Many Penny Cabin, at 9,600', will accommodate eight and has a spectacular view of lakes and mountains. Kokopelli Cabin is at an elevation of 9,450'. Rustic Log Cabin with cathedral, beamed ceiling, open stairway with loft plus downstairs bedroom, with fireplaces. Will readily accommodate 8. Modern in most all respects, complete kitchen, full bath, propane stove and refrigerator. Gorgeous view of mountain range and Lake Beaver. All cabins have complete kitchens, hot and cold running water, propane barbecues, and all linens. To insure privacy, the closest cabin is at least a quarter of a mile away.

If you really want to get away from it all, spend time in an incredible setting, love nature, peace and quiet and crave a different experience from traditional cabin resorts and dude ranches, G R Bar Ranch is what you have been looking for! Take advantage of unlimited fishing in nine private lakes - no license or extra fee required. Angler's will love the variety of fish to catch rainbow, brook, cutthroat, German brown, and cutbow trout up to 7 pounds. Explore thousands of acres by horseback, jeep or on hiking trails viewing the local wildlife. Each cabin has its own corral and tack room, all tack furnished. Swimming, golfing, and rafting activities are a mere 30 minute drive. You are in the center of nature's wonderland, with scenic views, myriad's of wildflowers and wildlife - a photographer's delight. Take a drive along the West Elk Scenic Byway and record some of this area's uniqueness with your camera. Nearby, in Paonia, you'll find abundant orchards filled with sweet and sour cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, pears, nectarines and a large variety of apples. The town of Paonia was founded by Samuel Wade in 1882 when he brought the first fruit trees into the valley. In addition to Paonia's farmers, the area's economy is based on coal mines and ranching.

Cabins are rented on a weekly basis and reservations are necessary. Lodging rates range from $1,300 to $1,500 per week for a couple. $100 per week for children over the age of 6 and under 21, single adults 21 and over 35% of base rate. A second couple in the same cabin is 70% of the base rate. Rates also includes 2 horses, all tack and unlimited fishing.

Sorry no pets allowed.

Location: Twelve (12) miles north of Paonia on the Grand Mesa bordered by both the Grand Mesa and the Gunnison National Forests. Write: 41511 Lamborn Mesa Rd, Paonia, Colorado 81428-6431;or call 970-527-6434.

• Lodging Open Dates: 5/15 to 11/15

RATES

• Weekly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $1500 to $1700
• Multi-Night Stay Required: Always required, please call for details.

ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

• About Smoking: All non smoking units.
• Cabins/Cottages with Cooking Facilities: 4
• Units with Wood Fireplaces: 2
• Units with Wood Stoves: 2
• Additional Amenities (ask about availability): Coffee Maker.

• Elevation:
• Region: Northwest
• Location: Remote, far away from a community convenience store and restaurant.
• Setting: Secluded cabin or vacation home. Mountain views. Waterfront setting beside a lake, reservoir or pond. Adjoins public lands. Forested.
• OPEN Campfires (individual use): Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
• BBQ Grills (individual use): Yes

PET POLICIES:

• Pets in Lodging: Sorry, NO pets are allowed in private rental units.

TECHNOLOGY FOR GUESTS TO USE IN A COMMON AREA:

• Phone: No phones.

PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

• National Park OR Monument: 50 minutes drive.
• National Forests & BLM Lands: 2 minutes drive.
• State Parks: 30 minutes drive.
• Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: 30 minutes drive to the scenic byway.
• Designated Hiking Trails: 30 minutes drive to trailhead.
• Museum: 20 minutes drive.
• Golf Course: 30 minutes drive.
• Movie Theater: 30 minutes drive.
• Art Gallery: 30 minutes drive.
• Internet Cafe: 30 minutes drive.
• Wine Tours OR Tasting: 30 minutes drive.

PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

• Stocked Fishing Pond: On site.
• Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: On site.
• Boat Rentals: Canoe, Raft, Row, Paddle &/or Motor: On site.
• Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: 45 minutes drive.
• Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): On site.
• Jeep Trails: Trails start on site. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
• Jeep Rentals: On site.
• Mountain Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
• Bicycle Shop: 30 minutes drive.

HUNTING

• Hunting in Area: On site.
• Private Land Unguided Hunting On-Site: Yes.
• Rifle Hunting Season: Yes.
• Archery Hunting Season: Yes.
• Muzzle Loading Hunting Season: Yes.
• Deer Hunting: Yes.
• Elk Hunting: Yes.
• Bear Hunting: Yes.
• Colorado Hunting Units/Areas: --521----52--

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