We wanted somewhere to stay near Durango where we could enjoy the mountains and ride the train to Silverton. And we wanted a good price.

This place fulfilled all those prerequisites. There were no previous reviews on Trip Advisor so we were a little hesitant having become so used to trusting the independent advice from others.

Being outside ski season the Lodge was almost empty and the rooms were cheap. The restaurant was closed but we had an excellent meal at the Olde Schoolhouse just down the road. We used the games room, library, laundry and walking trails.

Pete also booked our train tickets with pickup and drop off at the Rockwood Station near the Lodge. Starting and finishing at Rockwood takes out the less interesting part of the trip.

Highly recommended out of season and we wouldn't mind visiting sometime during the ski season as well.