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Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive

Formerly a bed and breakfast, this lodge-style luxury home features 9 differently themed bedrooms and 8 1/2 baths to accommodate up to 24 guests. A huge, new porch faces the river, complete with grill, picnic tables, and plenty of seating. Up the stairs to the left, find the Train Room (sleep 3 in a queen and daybed) and the Mardi Gras Room (sleep 2 in a queen). Each room has its own bath, TV, and private balcony. Up the stairs to the right find 4 bedrooms, each with a private bath, TV, and shared wrap-around balcony for outstanding mountain views in every direction. The Kachina Room (sleep 2 in a new king bed) has custom artwork (paintings and hand-carved kachinas), a Kokopelli shower curtain, and leather on woven reed handmade barrel chairs. The extra-large Fish Room (sleeps 4 in 2 queens) focuses on making anglers feel right at home with fishing gear, fish lamps, fish shower curtains, and more. Both of these rooms face the river. Across the hall, the extra-large Indian Princess Room (sleep 4 in 2 queens), done in pink and soft teal, features interesting Indian portraits from the princess to her handsome brave to her wise elders and the warrior shower curtain. The 4th bedroom on this side, perfect for a very romantic couple, is known as the "tasteful" Bordello Room--done in rich reds and blacks with gold accents. It sleeps 2 in a new king bed. Downstairs find 3 more bedrooms. The Master Suite, known as the Anasazi Room of the Ancient Ones, sleeps 4 in a new king bed and queen sleeper. The decor features handmade baskets, a commissioned painting by a local artist, and rock art style wall decor. This large elegant room, perfect for those with altitude problems, also includes a small private tiled sun porch with a separate outside entrance and a private bath. Outside this door is a 5x8 dog kennel, an extra convenience in this pet-friendly home. The Wildlife Room (sleep 2 in a queen) focuses on the wide variety of animal life in Red River from elk to bears to ducks to deer. This cozy room shares a Jack & Jill bath with the Cowboy Room next door. Done in reds and blues, the Cowboy Room (sleeps 2 in a queen) will delight the wanna-be cowgirls and cowboys in your family. Boots, saddles, 10-gallon hats, horses, six-shooters, and rodeo art blend together in this rustically charming room. All 3 rooms, complete with TV and wood floors, give way to the saltillo tiled living space on the rest of the main floor. The main front entrance opens into a media room with a full complement of DVDs for both kids and adults. The TV in this room works well for those who have brought their own video games and hook-ups. The secondary front entrance opens into a long narrow laundry room with a new gas dryer, a fairly new washer, and lots of space for hanging skis, raincoats, or hip waders. Winding through the hall, you pass through the mudroom (with a large utility sink) and past the huge double door pantry into the fully stocked spacious kitchen. New stainless steel appliances, a butcher block island, 2 crockpots, a wok, 3 coffee pots, supplied complement of spices, and a new Keurig (bring your own K-cups) plus plenty of cookware ensure lots of tasteful meal opportunities. The dining room, with its 5 tables and lots of chairs, allows for cozy family meals. Be sure to notice the old skis and the many nutcrackers lining this wood-paneled room with a huge log beam ceiling. After dining, sprawl out in the family room in front of the new 56" flat-screen TV or enjoy the wood-burning fireplace. Open the windows to enjoy the refreshingly clean mountain air and the sound of the rushing river as you drift off to sleep in this enormous home with a cozy, intimate feeling, just a few blocks away from the ski lift and Main street. Please see notes for suggestions on what to bring on your Red River Vacation to make your stay more comfortable! If Running Bear is already rented during your preferred dates, check out the other fabulous properties by the same owner: The Villa (sleeps 24) and Birds and Bears Retreat (sleeps 16), located on the river.
$75 per pet/2 pet max, charged separately by the property management company after booking.

This home does Not have AC
**4 Wheel Drive/ Chains are highly recommended during winter months. **

Property manager

Red River Real Estate

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 8.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

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Ideal Home for Large Groups On the River Pets are Welcome Here

About the neighborhood

Map
Red River, NM

What's nearby

  • Red River Nature Trail - 5 min walk
  • Red River Ski Area - 7 min walk
  • Old Town - 7 min walk
  • Mallette Park Nature Trail - 9 min walk
  • Red River Conference Center - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Noisy Water Winery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lift House Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sundance Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Steam Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive located?

Situated in Red River, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Carson National Forest and Red River Ski Area. Red River Nature Trail and Old Town are also within 10 minutes.

Running Bear River Lodge - Pet Friendly - 9 Bedroom Home - In Town - On The Rive Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie S., Leedey

Liked: Cleanliness
family ski trip
we had a total of 20 people in the house 6 couples snd 10 kids plenty of rooms for everyone to have their own space plenty of tables to eat on and play cards and games everyone really enjoyed the trip and it was close to the ski area!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Norman W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
We had a great stay & the house was perfect for our large family....bedrooms & bathrooms for everyone. It is in need of some love & attention to fix a few things. A bit of an issue the first day getting quick enough response from maintenance but once that was taken care of, the rest was great. We would stay here again & hope it to be updated a little by then. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
This is a great place for family gatherings. Convenient location, lots of space for families. Needs a little upkeep, but not a big deal. Very comfortable for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
The week was wonderful. A few areas of the house in need of repair; however, overall great location and place to stay. We would stay at this location again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Christopher G.

Property going downhill
This was our second annual stay at this property. The property is falling apart. Ceiling lights with no covers in multiple rooms, chairs that are falling apart (can't even sit in them safely), etc. Location is great, but ownership needs to do a better job of taking care of this property. It's too expensive to be in such terrible shape.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large families.
We celebrated our 50th Anniversary with our children & grandkids - 15 total. Lots of room for eating & games in dining room & living area for watching TV. It was great for us. We would rent this cabin again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We have stayed at this house numerous times and we were slightly disappointed in the upkeep. Faucets leaking, heaters not working upstairs, refrigerator not working. Some of the double beds were very uncomfortable. Most of the TVs didn't work and are outdated. The majority of the chairs downstairs were broken or very wobbly as was the kitchen table. The sink in the bathroom upstairs (first bedroom on the right) shot water out at you. The bedroom across from it, the door didn't lock and the shower head leaked. There are ceiling cracks with pieces hanging down and some plug ins didn't work. The Jack and Jill toilet didn't flush right. For the amount being paid, some of these items are easy fixes. This house is typically our go to house and we always love the ease of renting, etc. but these items need fixed.

10/10 Excellent

Lynette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
Great place for our family of 14. Comfortable, great space for playing family games. Deck was amazing and plenty of room. Right beside the creek which was pretty and convenient for the fishermen in the family. Could use a little TLC but overall a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Mark S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Will Never stay again, Expected more for the price paid
House was large enough for our group of 19 people and having 8.5 bathrooms was nice, however, there were several issues that were unacceptable for a place that cost this much! 1) The radiant heaters did not work for half of the bedrooms and the temp was -6 degrees F the first night which produced very cold bedrooms (in the fifties and forties), unacceptable. The gas valve was turned off but had lighting instructions. These were checked by maintenance but yielded a gas smell and were left off and space heaters were brought in. if you like electric space heaters taking up half your room, then this is the place for you. 2) There is no light in the house besides a few lamps. Once the sun went down, it was very difficult to see anywhere in the house besides in the dining and kitchen. If it's a cave you wish to stay in, then here you go. 3) Each bathroom only had two towels, no others were onsite. We had a group of 19 staying in the house and only had 16 bath towels. I would expect more from an establishment that charged this much. Even a roach motel gives you 3 bath towels per bathroom. 4) The house itself is aged and needs work and updating. The closet door was falling off, old matted down carpet, a molded and cracked kitchen ceiling, a cracked light in the kitchen and several shower heads leaking water creating a mess in the bathrooms. Twenty years ago this would have been a nice place, now it need to be put out to pasture. 5) Be prepared to not sleep due to the aged and rock hard beds. These were horribly uncomfortable. You would have been better off sleeping in your vehicle, at least then you would have been warm. On a lighter note, the maintenance staff was great! They responded to our needs by checking heaters that did not work, brought firewood and space heaters so we could have some heat and shoveled off the deck, all after they were supposed to be off work for the night. We will NEVER waste our money here again.....PERIOD! Renter be aware.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jakalyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red River Christmas Trip
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was a perfect vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Days of pure delight.
Running Bear Lodge was perfect for our group of 19 from Irving, Tx.

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a great stay
The rooms and facilities were great. It was located close to the city center and we could walk to just about everything we needed. Id recommend staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Joanne M., Tucson, Az. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
It’s a really nice house but there were some repairs that should be made which we pointed out to the realtor that rents it out. We loved being close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Great property for large family
This property was perfect for our family of 17 with room to spare! Clean, comfortable and walking distance to Main Street and to the lifts. Enjoyable back patio next to the stream. Overall excellent. Hoping to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017