Nathrop, Colorado
Welcome to BIGHORN LODGE and the cabins at Jo Love Meadows! This is a custom log home located on Jo Love Ranch and is adjacent to Sharon's Meadow. The area is widely known for its extensive variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, mule deer, elk and other various small game. The log home is surrounded by stunning views, and they are all yours through each of the windows! Mt Princeton Hot springs is just 3 miles from the lodge.
Chaffee County License No.010126
As per our license with Chaffee County, this house is not an appropriate destination for events such as weddings or large parties. Small gatherings which are respectful of the neighbors and neighborhood are acceptable as long as the maximum number does not exceed 9 guests on the reservation .
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History
Jo Witchey was drawn to the splendor of the Rocky Mountains and moved from Mansfield, Ohio, to Denver. In 1925, Jo moved to Chalk Creek Canyon, where 14,000-foot peaks framed the valley. On an ascent of the Mount Princeton (14,197') she met a wrangler and hunting guide named Mark Love, whom she later married. They bought a small ranch in Chalk Creek Canyon, started a cabin camp for summer vacationers, and named it Love Ranch.
After four years of marriage, Mark was killed in a horse accident. Although Jo was heartbroken over Mark's death, she stayed for over 40 years to run the ranch and entertain guests. One frequent guest and friend of Jo's was Alex Haley, the author of Roots, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower visited a cabin included in Bighorn Lodge complex. 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Log Lodge in the heart of the Rockies.
The Lodge includes:
4 Queen Beds, 2 Queen Sofa Beds, 1 double Sofa Bed and 1 Cot 3.5 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, Microwave, Dishwasher, 2 Refrigerators, Washer/Dryer, Iron/Ironing board, 3 HDTVs with Direct TV, Free wireless internet, 2 DVD/Videotape players, Free Long-Distance Calling, Large Entertaining Area, Large Dining Area, Gas fireplace, Observation Deck, Outside Gas Grill, Outside Propane Griddle, Two outside fire pits.
Pets upon approval., there is a two-pet limit, and you will need to pay pet fee.
**Please be advised that VRBO's presentation of the nightly rate is not always accurate. Cabin can sleep 9 Guest, There is a two-pet limit, There is a pet fee of $25 per night per per Pet.
Love the location, views are beautiful. Convenient drive to the hot springs. Make sure you have you groceries if you don’t want to drive 20-30min to town. We all enjoyed our time here. Recommendations - remove snow and ice from the patio with grills on it. Post instructions so people will clean the grills when done. Improve accuracy of post.
The property had everything we needed & worked great for our Labor Day weekend getaway. Close to trails for riding & a short drive to Buena Vista for activities & dinner.
The pictures on line do not do this property justice. Its located in a perfect area nestled between two mountains with a gorgeous open field in the front. The cabin is much bigger than the pictures show, plenty of room for everyone and its beautiful in side. The shuffleboard was a hit with the entire family, nice touch. The property manager Brent, is available any time of the day and is so nice, We will be renting here again for sure.
We had our Christmas with our kids and grandkids, everyone truly enjoyed the cabin plenty of room for all of us. I highly recommend!
house was just right for our needs. enjoyed the stay very much. Brian meet us when we arrived and greeted us which was very nice. really was a nice week.
Everything was in spotless condition and the managers were in contact with us. The location was excellent. Deer & Bighorn sheep would graze in the field every evening next to the cabin.
It was wonderful! Plenty of room, well stocked with dishes & towels. It rained, it snowed even. We had enough of everything to be comfortable.Lots of wildlife sightings. So much fun had by all.
Second visit here - love the new floors! Such a cozy place with a perfect location for every kind of activity. Friends from the area came for a cookout and will definitely recommend to other friends and neighbors. Thank you for sharing with us !
This home was as amazing as I'd hoped it would be. Beautiful log home with tons of space, easy check in and out, great kitchen with everything you need and views that make you not want to leave. Everyone in our group loved this home!
The Bighorn Lodge would be ideal for a mountain retreat any time of year. We chose the week of Christmas for our family gathering. The property offered all amenities that we could possibly hope for, with the exception of a hot tub. We stayed plenty warm on the coldest of days and really enjoyed the southern exposure sunshine on the front porch. A drink on the porch following one of my daily hikes was just what the doctor ordered... The Christmas Day shuffleboard tournament was a most memorable event (the shuffleboard was an excellent addition to the property). I could go on and on with a list of property highlights and highly recommend The Bighorn Lodge for your next mountain getaway.
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