Colorado Official State Vacation Guide 2008 - (Page 180) Accommodation Pricing $ – Less than $100 $$ – $101–$200 $$$ – $201 and up Stay & Play Accommodation Amenities airport transportation dataport/high-speed internet movies pets allowed child care fully accessible nonsmoking rooms restaurant coffeemaker health club swimming pool ernie@mountaincomfortbandb.com New, majestic, hand-hewn log inn nestled in the Rocky Mountains. Jetted tub, fireplace in each of the 7 bedrooms. Memorable breakfasts, great views, warm hospitality, wireless internet. • associations/cHambeRs • • lodGes/cabins • Liars’ Lodge South Central Listings Antonito Conejos County Tourism 30000 County Rd. 371, Buena Vista 81211 719-395-3444, 888-542-7756 www.liarslodge.com, innkeeper@liarslodge.com Liars’ Lodge B&B is a modern log lodge located right on the banks of the Arkansas River on 23 acres. More than 1/3 mile of virtually exclusive river frontage and a cabin. $–$$ AEN To reference specific cities, landmarks and locations, consult the fold-out map at the back of the guide. P.O. Box 829, Antonito 81120 719-376-2049, 800-835-1098 www.conejosvacation.com, webadmin@conejosvacation.com Stay and play in Conejos County. Outdoor paradise offering fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, scenic byway, snowmobiling, skiing, museums, Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. • attRactions • Thunder Lodge • associations/cHambeRs • Alamosa Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Alamosa Visitor Center Cole Park, Alamosa 81101 719-589-4840, 800-BLU-SKYS, Fax: 719-589-1773 www.alamosa.org, bluskys@alamosa.org Alamosa — your base camp for the Great Sand Dunes National Park, Rio Grande Scenic Railroad and Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. Enjoy our 10 hotels/motels, 40 restaurants, historic shopping district, scenic golf and relaxing hot springs. Alamosa is the commercial hub of the San Luis Valley and welcoming to visitors. Group discounts and meeting spaces available. We’re here to help you. • attRactions • Junction of CO Hwy. 17 and U.S. Hwy. 285, Antonito 81120 719-376-5483, 888-286-2737, Fax: 719-376-2467 www.cumbrestoltec.com, info@cumbrestoltec.com All aboard America’s most authentic steam railroad. 64 miles of tunnels, trestles, valleys and gorges, crossing the Colorado/New Mexico border 11 times. • Hotels/motels • 207 Brookdale, Buena Vista 81211 719-395-2245, 800-330-9194 www.thunderlodge.com, thunderlodge@buenavistaco.com Thunder Lodge provides clean, quiet, family housekeepingcabins. 1- to 2-bedrooms with fully equipped kitchens. Private baths and cable TV. Come and relax. Call for a reservation. $–$$ EPNB • RecReation • 4 Corners Rafting Narrow Gauge Railroad Inn Rio Grande Scenic Railroad 5200 U.S. Hwy. 285, Antonito 81120 719-376-5441, 800-323-9469, Fax: 719-376-5443 www.narrowgaugerailroadinn.info, innkeep2@aol.com Adjacent to Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Depot. Modern motel, RV park, gift shop. Favored by railroad fans, sportsmen, cyclists, hikers and families. Senior discount. $ PN 22565 U.S. Hwy. 285 S., Nathrop 81236 800-332-7238, 800-332-7238, Fax: 719-275-2141 www.fourcornersrafting.com info@fourcornersrafting.com Four Corners Rafting, one of the oldest and most respected Colorado river rafting companies on the Arkansas River, has been providing top-quality whitewater river rafting trips since 1976. We offer moderate whitewater rafting trips, perfectly suited for novices and families, as well as adventure-class whitewater river rafting runs for the more advanced or adventurous rafters. 601 State St., Alamosa 81101 719-587-0520, 877-726-7245 www.riograndescenicrailroad.com info@alamosatrain.com Rich railroad history, abundant wildlife, charming mountain towns and nonstop scenic treasures await passengers on the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad! Daily steam excursions from Alamosa — the gateway to Great Sand Dunes National Park — include dramatic and legendary La Veta Pass. Weekend connections available to the historic Cumbres & Toltec. Make your Colorado memories on the rails this year! • condominiums/Home Rentals • • associations/cHambeRs • Buena Vista Acquired Tastes Whitewater Rafting Chaffee County Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 699, Salida 81201 800-831-8594, www.ColoradoHeadwaters.com Chaffee County — Colorado’s headwaters of adventure. Where less is more: less traffic, less crowded, more fun. Whitewater USA: America’s most popular, accessible river for rafting, fishing and fun. More tall peaks per square mile than anywhere in the United States. Base camp to 2 new national parks: Great Sand Dunes and Black Canyon. Unreal biking, hot springs, cool art, 100 percent natural skiing. • bed and bReaKFasts • 12918 U.S. Hwy. 285/24, Buena Vista 81211 303-443-4120, 800-888-8582 www.atraft.com, atraft@earthlink.net Best rafting value in Colorado! Bonus half-day Brown’s Canyon Trip — 2 extra rapids! Quality half-, 1-, 2- and 3-day rafting adventures on the Arkansas River near Buena Vista. Low prices, group discounts, early booking special. Providing safe, fun and exciting whitewater adventures since 1986. Friendly, personable, professional guides. We will make your rafting trip special! Century 21 Valley Realty Sawatch Vistas Bed & Breakfast American Adventure Expeditions 0035 Park Dr., South Fork 81154 719-873-5559, 800-218-9099, Fax: 719-873-5550 c21rentscabins.com, sfork@century21valleyrealty.com We invite you to visit South Fork and stay in one of our charming cabins. Explore Colorado’s best-kept secret. Skiing, snowmobiling, golfing, fishing, hunting — we have it all! • Hotels/motels • 27627 Rancho Sawatch, Buena Vista 81211 719-395-9199, 866-395-9199 www.sawatchbedandbreakfast.com info@sawatchbedandbreakfast.com Southwest adobe style, 4 bedrooms, private baths, 360-degree awesome mountain views, hot tub, rec room, hot breakfast. Near Colorado Trail, Arkansas River, historic hot springs. $$ NB Best Western Alamosa Inn 2005 W. Main St., Alamosa 81101 719-589-2567, 800-459-5123, Fax: 719-589-8998 www.bestwestern.com In the heart of the Colorado Rockies. Golf packages, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, wildlife sanctuaries, museums. Restaurant. Pub. Pet-friendly! $ • condominiums/Home Rentals • 12844 E. U.S. Hwy. 285/24, Buena Vista 81211 719-395-2409, 800-288-0675, Fax: 719-395-2848 www.americanadventure.com raftinginfo@americanadventure.com AAE has been rafting on the Arkansas River for more than 19 years and we’d love to be part of your Colorado experience! If you’re looking to enjoy the beautiful scenery, or if thrilling whitewater is what you have in mind, we have it all. Ask about our awesome group rates, and don’t forget to relax in our riverside beer garden after your trip! Brock Haus Log Home AEPWNRBS Comfort Inn – Alamosa 16975 County Rd. 306, Buena Vista 81211 703-931-2643, Fax: 703-931-2643 www.brockhausrentals.com, info@brockhausrentals.com 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom log home on the banks of Cottonwood Creek. Large wood-burning fireplace, full kitchen, washer/dryer, large 4th bedroom/recreation room and fishing pond. $$–$$$ Arkansas River – River Runners NB 6301 U.S. Hwy. 160, Alamosa 81101 719-587-9000, 800-424-6423, Fax: 719-587-0063 www.choicehotels.com Located in the beautiful San Luis Valley, guests enjoy views of the Sangre de Cristo and San Juan mountain ranges. Conveniently located 1 mile west of Alamosa on U.S. Hwy. 160. $ Colorado Mountain Vacations AEWNBHS Inn of the Rio Grande 800-539-0133, www.coloradomountainvacations.net We manage more than 40 cabins and vacation homes in and around Nathrop, Salida and Buena Vista. Whether you are looking for a small rustic cabin, a house in town or a vacation home on acreage, we have the right getaway for you! Call Pam and Reanna at Colorado Mountain Vacations — we will help you find the perfect spot for your vacation, reunion or wedding. • dude/Guest RancHes • 24070 County Rd. 301, Buena Vista 81211 719-395-2466, 800-332-9100 www.whitewater.net, rafting@whitewater.net Celebrating 36 years! The whitewater professionals since 1972. 2 locations. Visit our riverside rafting resort in Buena Vista. River Runners Royal Gorge Rafting Center in Cañon City is near the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park entrance. All rafting guests receive half-price hot spring tickets and discounts to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. Ask about raft and stay packages. Bill Dvorak Rafting & Kayak Expeditions 333 Santa Fe Ave., Alamosa 81101 719-589-5833, 800-669-1658, Fax: 719-589-4412 www.innoftherio.com, hotel@innoftherio.com Affordable family hotel and conference facility. 3-diamond AAA, indoor water park, outstanding food and beverage, high-speed internet, complimentary breakfast. Pets OK. • bed and bReaKFasts • Elk Mountain Ranch Alma Mountain Comfort Bed and Breakfast P.O. Box 910, Buena Vista 81211 719-539-4430, 800-432-8812 www.elkmtn.com/?colo, info@elkmtn.com Cozy hideaway surrounded by national forest. Weekly package includes riding, rafting, pack trip, trapshooting, fishing, hayride, Jacuzzi, kids’ program and more. 35 pampered guests. $$$ 17921 U.S. Hwy. 285, Nathrop 81236 719-539-6851, 800-824-3795, Fax: 719-539-3378 www.dvorakexpeditions.com/southwest_rivers.htm info@dvorakexpeditions.com Colorado’s first licensed outfitter. Live 24/7 reservations; book half- to 10-day whitewater trips on 10 rivers. Custom float fly-fishing trips, family events, corporate retreats, group rates, kid friendly. Multisport packages include raft, mountain bike, 4x4, hike, kayak, fish, horse, rock climb, camp. Specialty trips: yoga, wellness, teenage whitewater camp, classical music journeys. 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