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West Elk Wilderness Lodge

Gunnison vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122899 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gunnison, CO
  • Place, Western State Colorado University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jorgensen Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dos Rios Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gunnison

In Gunnison .You'll find Smith Opera House and Dillon Pinnacles within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Rim Rock Trail and Oak Flat Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dillon Pinnacles - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Western State Colorado University - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Jorgensen Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Dos Rios Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Hartman Rocks - 15 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dive Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gunnison Coffee Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

West Elk Wilderness Lodge

Hello! Welcome to the West Elk Wilderness Lodge.
When we think of home, we think of a place of love, laughter, and good times. These walls hold a lot of special memories for us, unwinding after a day of adventures around Gunnison.
For many decades now, many fond memories have been had with our family hunting and exploring in the nearby West Elk Wilderness, so this was a fitting name for the Lodge.
Located on the west edge of town near the Gunnison River on a 1.5-acre lot, we often have deer and fox on the property and every once in a while, a black bear. They are a delight to watch and the sunrises and sunsets are gorgeous as well. The Lodge offers the feeling of being out of town while having all of the amenities and comforts of being in town.
We are honored to open our doors to have you share in all that joy, and help you make some memories here of your own.
So, when you come in, kick off your shoes and enjoy the wonderful heated floors throughout the home. On the main floor is the first bedroom featuring a queen bed, bunk beds and also a desk area, a bathroom with a steam shower, a living and entertaining space with a pool table and piano, a kitchen and dining area, a laundry room and a morning coffee room. Upstairs you will find another family room with futon bed and game area, the master suite with a king bed, walk-in closet and bathroom with shower, and two more bedrooms with queen beds and a family-friendly bathroom with double sinks and a shower/tub combo.
This is the perfect home for your family and friends!

Sorry no long-term rentals (stays beyond 28 days), as we still like to come and enjoy the lodge ourselves. There is a long-term tenant above the detached garage. There are outside security cameras. NO PETS! This home is allergy-free with carpet throughout! Please do not rent if you need to bring your dog

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,899 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Contact Manager to Inquire

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact Manager to Inquire
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Contact Manager to Inquire For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 23-701

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
West Elk Wilderness Gunnison
West Elk Wilderness Lodge Gunnison
West Elk Wilderness Lodge Private vacation home
West Elk Wilderness Lodge West Elk Wilderness Lodge
West Elk Wilderness Lodge Private vacation home Gunnison
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Frequently asked questions

How close is West Elk Wilderness Lodge to the airport?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) away from the Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does West Elk Wilderness Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does West Elk Wilderness Lodge offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at West Elk Wilderness Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at West Elk Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at West Elk Wilderness Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does West Elk Wilderness Lodge have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does West Elk Wilderness Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is West Elk Wilderness Lodge to downtown Gunnison?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Gunnison.

Reviews

West Elk Wilderness Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We always enjoy our stay!! The kitchen is fully stocked for large groups. All the rooms are spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was the perfect space for family during a family wedding weekend. It was close to everything. The cabin also was spacious enough for additional family to have a place to hang out and visit in between wedding events. Thanks to a crockpot provided in the kitchen- we were able to go out for a hike and return to homemade chili. The pool table provided hours of fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy P., Sanger, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location with spacious house for large group

Great location and the house is clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was ok but somewhat shabbier than the pictures would lead you to believe. The front steps, the hand rail and the towel bar in the lower bathroom need repair. Thistles are growing through the deck and the patio with the fireplace is cracked and broken and some of the chairs are broken. The house is in a neighborhood not in the wilderness and not the nicest neighborhood in Gunnison. That said, it was clean and well supplied. We enjoyed our stay but the pictured of the house made us think we were getting something nicer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken O., Castle Rock, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

We loved everything about this place. The listing was very accurate and the location was great, close to everything and yet off the main roads so no noise, very peaceful. I come back to Gunnison almost every summer and will defiantly rent this VRBO again with my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gunnison House

What a fantastic house!!! Beautiful home, quiet neighborhood, spacious house with plenty of room for the kids and adults to spread out. The kitchen had all we could need- griddle, crockpot and much more. The kitchen table was huge and fit our family of 10 comfortably around it! We only have two complaints: one of the beds was very uncomfortable, the springs were poking through. Second was the muddy driveway which made it a mess to load and unload our crew daily. Aside from those two issues, we loved the house!! We had deer come through the backyard as well as a fox! What a treat to see the beauty of nature right out the back windows! The neighbor is also very sweet and welcomed our families. We will definitely rent this beautiful home on our next Gunnison trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

antonio l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual ice fishing trip

The host was more than helpful with questions or concerns that we had, the property was exactly as advertised. Will definitely be booking with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aspen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

My family had thanksgiving here and it was wonderful!

The kitchen was stocked with everything we could possibly need! We got about 2-3 feet of snow during our stay and the just was extremely responsive with getting a crew to plow us out! We loved the place and made so many memories:)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Elk lodge November 2024

Nice stay. Perfect for our hunting trip
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Elk Hunting Base Camp

This property was excellent for our needs. The house was stocked with everything to make our stay cozy and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet and a convenient distance to town. It was just what we were hoping for.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gunnisons finest

Weve stayed here before. We love this log cabin quaint atmosphere. Our family always has such a great time with good memories. The home is clean and the kitchen is big for a large family. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

This home is in a great location is very spacious. It was just our family, but two families could easily stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

I brought my volleyball team for a sports camp, and it was a great experience. We enjoyed our time at the house, and it was everything we needed and more. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren M.

Liked: Cleanliness

annual fish trip

very positive. grill needed to be cleaned up prior to use. lots of grease buildup which we burned off. otherwise great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique M.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a lovely home!

Our family traveled into Gunnison for a family wedding. West Elk was the perfect house to host our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ida V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding in Gunnison

The house was clean and well stocked. The kitchen has everything you would need. There are multiple spaces inside and out for everyone the gather. If we had another family event in Gunnison, we would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin in a small city

This was a nice and cozy cabin right on the edge of Gunnison. There was plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed playing some pool and hanging out in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lodge

Home was nice and roomy.. Only complaint would be the drive way was very muddy and walks were not shoveled upon arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ice Fishing trip

Absoulutely amazing place! We really did wish the property allowed for us to bring out pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

We had a wonderful time with family. We enjoyed our visit with our child at Western Colorado University. The weather was beautiful. Our evenings were spent around the fire pit enjoying the stars and great family stories. The home felt like our home for a short period of time. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!!

The house is huge with lots of space to hang out. Fire pit was nice in the evenings. Lots of parking for a trailer and pickups if needed. The only negative feedback if you even call it that would be we got locked in the bathroom because the door knob was broke. There weren't enough trash bags in the kitchen to get us past the 2nd day. It may also be good to note in the ad that there is no air conditioning in the house. We survived because the nights were nice out. Overall awesome place to stay. We.loved it! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice House

Not one complaint. Very beautiful and as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JEANETTE M., Loveland, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic and relaxing retreat

This was a clean and spacious home for our annual girls trip. Plenty of room for all 9 adults. Great rustic feel. Good location in town. Short walk around the corner to the Gunnison river. Thirty minute commute to Crested Butte, close to Blue Mesa. Our only suggestion is back deck had a few wood boards needing replacement, which was fine for our adult group, but could be a tripping hazard for older adults or kiddos. Overall great experience at this home. We'd stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for family

We had a great time. The house was perfect. Property manager was very responsive when we checked in and found a small but manageable issue on check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023