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Blue Lake Ranch

3.5 star property
Lakefront bed & breakfast in Hesperus with free breakfast

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The Oak Grove Casita | View from room
The Cottage in the Woods | Garden view
Property grounds
The Cabin on the Lake | Terrace/patio
The Oak Grove Casita | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Blue Lake Ranch, near Ski Hesperus, offers a peaceful getaway with seasonal garden views. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet before exploring nearby trails. The ranch features a cozy library for quiet moments and an on-site shop for necessities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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The Sunrise Casita | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Sunrise Casita

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Sage Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Sage Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Sunset Casita | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Sunset Casita

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Pinon Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Pinon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Mountain View Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Mountain View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Cabin on the Lake | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Cabin on the Lake

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 153 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for The Cottage in the Woods

The Cottage in the Woods | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Cottage in the Woods

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The River House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The River House

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 153 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Oak Grove Casita | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Oak Grove Casita

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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The La Plata Vista Room | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

The La Plata Vista Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Cedar Casita

The Cedar Casita | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Cedar Casita

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

View all photos for The Mesa Verde Suite

The Mesa Verde Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Mesa Verde Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Garden Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Garden Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
16919 Highway 140, Hesperus, CO, 81326

What's nearby

  • Animas River Trail - 27 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 28 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Durango Arts Center - 29 min drive - 21.6 miles
  • Fort Lewis College - 30 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 31 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 22 min drive
  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kennebec Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cosmopolitan Durango - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Blue Lake Ranch

Bed & breakfast near Ski Hesperus
At Blue Lake Ranch, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and shopping on site. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • 3 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1,500 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2013

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours vary seasonally. Winter check-in hours are 3-5 PM; summer hours are 3-6 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of the posted check-in hours must contact the hotel at least 24 hours in advance by email or telephone.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Blue Lake Ranch
Blue Lake Ranch B&B
Blue Lake Ranch B&B Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Hotel Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch B&B Durango
Blue Lake Ranch Durango
Blue Lake Ranch Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Bed & breakfast
Blue Lake Ranch Bed & breakfast Hesperus

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Lake Ranch pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Blue Lake Ranch?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Lake Ranch?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Lake Ranch?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Blue Lake Ranch located?

Situated on a lake, this bed & breakfast is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Ski Hesperus and within 20 mi (32 km) of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center. Durango Community Recreation Center and Mesa Verde National Park Entrance are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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