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Large Family Lodge South of Breckenridge on quiet, wooded acreage

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Winters are Magical at the BDAL - 18 short miles to Breckenridge
Professional Chef's Kitchen
Master Suite with Kiva Fireplace
Spacious Great Room Facing Fourteeners
Warm Up by Gas Firepit w/Mosquito Pass in the Background

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14464 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alma, CO
  • South Park City Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Main Street
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3/Office

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Large Family Lodge South of Breckenridge on quiet, wooded acreage

In Ski jargon, 'Black Diamonds' are the toughest ski runs and for experts only-- but you won't need to be an expert to enjoy this Rocky Mountain Luxury Alpine Lodge! At 10,300 feet, it is nestled in the heart of South Park. Western Frontier meets elegance in this gracious home.

You'll find the BDAL rivals fine European ski lodges and provides high end amenities without the crowded tourist feeling and high prices you will find only 17 miles away in Summit County and Breckenridge. Completely avoid the I-70 weekend & holiday traffic jams by taking US Highway 285 practically right to the house-- it is a breathtaking 1.5 hour drive from either Denver or Colorado Springs. Convenient to major highways in snowy weather, (this is VERY important!) the BDAL is beautifully tucked into pine and aspen forests with huge views.

This is a custom built, luxury 5000 sq ft home overlooking the amazing Mosquito Mountain Range - huge views of Fourteeners right out your windows or from the private hot tub on the spacious patio! Perfect for entertaining, the gourmet kitchen invites you to host large families and friends.
The vaulted Great Room with large log scissor-trusses and a stone-surround wood-burning stove creates a fabulous resort lodge experience. Plenty of wood available!
The entire upper level is heated with radiant in-floor heat.
5 large bedrooms (4 kings/2 sets of bunks) and 3 large baths will easily accommodate 12-14.
The luxury master suite is an eye-popper-- see all the features listed below. Downstairs you'll find two more spacious bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other with 2 sets of bunks (1 set memory foam full-size mattresses), and another large bath as well. The downstairs Great Room is an excellent entertainment area (Billiards, Foosball, Home Theater) to give you (and the kids!) room to spread out.

This 5 acre property has the remnants of a gold mine from the last century. The water there even has two schools of Rainbow Trout (just for looking--no fishing please--they are just getting established!). There are several stocked fishing locations within 5 minutes' drive. We've also cleared a ski/sledding run on the hillside behind the house! Hands down one of the nicest rental homes in South Park. You will find the BDAL to be an elegant retreat with a unique Rocky Mountain touch-- you'll want to come back again and again!

Things to do: ATVs are available to rent in the Fairplay area. You can also arrange horseback riding, fly fishing, hiking, dog sledding and white water rafting a short drive from the home. Biking is a big attraction in the summer. The Annual South Park Burro Race and street festival is very popular as well. In Feb each year, the Ice Sculptures in Breckenridge are truly spectacular. The activities in the area are almost limitless in all the seasons.

Please note: please review the house rules. We have a no pets and no smoking policy. Violations will result in forfeiture of damage deposit. The water here is spectacular so no need for plastic bottles of water.





Keywords: Romantic, Custom, Luxury, Spa, Sauna, Hot tub, WiFi, Mountain Views, Breckenridge, hiking trails, biking, skiing, fly fishing,

Property manager

Chuck Brininstool

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security deposit will be forfeited.
There will be a Rental Agreement that needs to be

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alma

Located in Alma, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. South Park City Museum and Breckenridge Riverwalk Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad and Tabor Opera House. Travelling with kids? Consider Stephen C. West Ice Arena and Woodward at Copper. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alma, CO

What's nearby

  • South Park City Museum - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Main Street - 26 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Mount Evans - 49 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Breckenridge Ski Resort - 51 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Copper Mountain Ski Resort - 57 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Park Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Otto’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Otto's Food Cart - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brown Burro Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mc Call's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Family Lodge South of Breckenridge on quiet, wooded acreage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Family Lodge South of Breckenridge on quiet, wooded acreage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Family Lodge South of Breckenridge on quiet, wooded acreage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large Family Lodge South of Breckenridge on quiet, wooded acreage located?

Located in the mountains, this Alma holiday home offering ski-in/ski-out access is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from South Park City Museum and within 12 mi (20 km) of Blue River and Mount Evans. McCullough Gulch Trailhead is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RaeAnn A.

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

Hidden Charm

The house was exactly as shown. So roomy and allows for private space. It also provides all the basic needs plus adds so many extra amenities from kitchen appliances, semi stocked pantry, and refrigerator and toys for kids. The home is truly welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley G.

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

Perfect Family Getaway - Exceeded Our Expectations

Our family had an amazing stay at this home! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by how clean, spacious, and well-equipped the house was. The photos don’t do it justice—it’s even more beautiful in person!The home had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The kitchen was fully stocked, making it easy to prepare meals, and the living spaces were cozy and perfect for family time. The bedrooms were spacious, and everyone slept comfortably. This home truly exceeded our expectations, and we made wonderful family memories here. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect vacation rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

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

All the Space you need

We stayed a week at this property with family.This is a great location for a ski trip. We skied Breckenridge, Cooper and Monarch. The house was very spacious and we had a wonderful time.Don't over look the quaint shops in Alma-including a coffee shop and a Bakery (all sourdough items)across the street from the Coffee shop.We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karen F.

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

Graduation trip for our oldest grandson.

Very nice home and had everything we needed. Had a water leak doqnstairs and contacted the owner and he had a plumber out the same day and got it fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce J.

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

Very nice home in Alma

We rented this home in Alma for our family of 11 for several nights. The home was well equipped for the size of our family. During our stay, we skied, played games and enjoyed the amenities of this rental. Fortunately, the owner was willing to allow us to use their sleds on the hill on the property (we did not know we had to bring our own sleds). One highlight from our trip was when a large moose strolled along the property. Thanks...
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner C.

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

Great time!

This house and location was incredible. You’re not stuck in the craziness in Breckenridge. Super peaceful and every amenity you could think of in this beautiful place. Hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY L.

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

Colorado Christmas Wonderland

The perfect family home away from the hustle and bustle of Breckenridge. If you are looking for a spacious, serene, home that is perfect for up to 14 — this is it! It is located near Alma - about 15 miles from Breckenridge — although you should be prepared for the drive to take a while. The house is well equipped with everything you could possibly need. It is beautiful, yet very homey and comfortable. The Christmas tree and lights were a lovely touch! While we loved the snow, this home would be a great option year round. We love to see a lot of country, so driving doesn’t bother us a bit. We made day trips to Leadville, Frisco, and Breckenridge. We also loved the small, quaint restaurants and bars in Alma and Fairplay — all within 10 minutes of the house.A couple of notes if you are traveling with children — the sledding hill was perfect for us (ages 4 and 2) but is only half a hill (no trespassing sign). It might be a disappointment for older kids. The owners also request kids not use the hot tub or pool table. Again - not an issue with our age, but could be discouraging for older kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Family Thanksgiving

This place was amazing! Very spacious for our family of 13 and had anything and everything to cook our Thanksgiving dinner. Host was amazing at communication and had the driveway plowed during our nice snow days! Great location to everything yet quite and secluded.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Merja H.

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

Charles's property

What a lovely house and the area. I wish we could have stayed longer. Everything was near perfect. We truly enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

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

Spacious and Comfortable.

The house is sprawling and spacious. The setup with the kitchen/living room area made it comfortable for our 10 to be together, while the downstairs area offer separation for playing games or quiet relaxing. The hot tub offers spectacular views, and can comfortably fit 4. It was a quick scenic drive to Breckenridge, and we were able to venture further in different directions to see as much of the region as we could.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Beautiful Place

Beautiful home/property. Exceeded the family’s expectations and the owner was great to deal with. Plan to stay again in the near future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K. K.

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

Great Family Vacay

The house is beautiful! Great location! Plenty of room for 7 adults and 6 kids! We had a great time hiking, exploring, and relaxing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MISTY C.

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

Family Vacation

What a beautify property with magnificent views! The perfect location for everything! Our group especially loved the game room downstairs and the hot tub!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Wonderful stay

The house is beautiful complete with great views. It is stocked with everything you could possibly need. They anticipate the needs of renters. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Exceptional experience

This is a beautiful property exactly as depicted in the photos. We highly recommend this listing. The owners are delightful and wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan T.

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

Great

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth m.

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

Beautiful A+....

Exceeded our expectations. Beautiful homes with 4 king size beds. Master bedroom on main floor so no need to go up and down stairs. Lovely little town with coffee, dinner and sandwich shops. Short drive to Breckenridge and Frisco. Our 6 yr old granddaughter loved the property. I would say that we had our own private sled hill. It was lovely. Views are stunning. We have already booked this home for next year. A+
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty A.

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

Great Family Vacation

This was a great location for our family trip. We enjoyed having privacy and being able to spread out. Our family of fourteen had plenty of room. The kids loved having a separate space to play video games and play pool. The snow hill in the backyard was a huge hit with the kids and adults. We celebrated two birthdays during our stay. We cooked every night. We had every kitchen utensil needed. We would definitely book this lodge again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abe H.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful home and excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim Y.

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

Fantastic Property

Beautiful property as shown in the pictures and description. Everything was "as advertised"! We really enjoyed our stay and appreciated all of the extras including comfy blankets, firewood, hot tub, sauna, pool table, games & puzzles, and a full kitchen with everything we needed! Thanks Chuck!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

College friends and families

We truly loved staying at this beautiful house in the woods! It was spacious and very well kept. Our teens kept busy with the pool table, foosball table, hot tub and sauna! We all cheered on the chiefs by streaming it on the internet and it worked great! The kitchen had every appliance and gadget we needed. The three couples each had large bedrooms upstairs, while the kids had a bunk room in the basement along with another nice queen room as well as a separate family room in the basement!! It was amazing and the house owner could not have been nicer about answering questions. They had the snow plowed each day, as we got lucky with loads of fresh snow. The drive to keystone did take about an hour, but the road was well maintained. Loved everything about this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Awesome place!

Our family had a wonderful time! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Most beautiful Views and Home.

The pictures do not do this beautiful home justice. It's furnished with everything you could possibly need. The views of the mountains are incredible. Communication with owner was always very prompt. We hope to return very soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda P.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Kitchen provided the necessary tools to make a Thanksgiving dinner. Our kids and grandkids enjoyed the puzzles that were there. Great family time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chuck Brininstool

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We are avid hikers and snowboard/skiiers who love to travel. We love our mountain home and hope you will care for it with the same concern and attention to detail that we do.

Why they chose this property

This is one of the most beautiful places in the world. We enjoy the convenience of all the different kinds of mountain fun in our own front yard. While we are in the mountains, it only takes 2 mins to be on the hwy to Summit County. Your vehicle won't be stuck on a steep driveway during the snow months.

What makes this property unique

After a great day of skiing, skip the I-70 bumper-to-bumper traffic for hours to get home. We are in the middle of Fourteeners, gold medal fishing, biking, and hiking--God's country. Sledding hill in backyard.

Languages:

English