Pine Lodge

I took a "donner pass" style shortcut through the rockies during a blizzard, and ended up stuck in a ditch by the side of the road on US 165. One of the proprietors actually towed my car for me, to the campground, and helped me start it the next morning.You know how sometimes in the mountains, two of the "ridges" in the mountains will come together to form a little valley-like spot in the heights? That's where Pine Lodge is.The cabins are warm, even in deep snow, and well appointed with leather sofas, stoves, sinks, bathrooms and beds, the lake brims with trout, and the proprietors are helpful and neighborly beyond any of my expectations.P.S. Do not underestimate "mountain gazing" as an activity. Seriously.

My second stay at the The Pine Lodge in Rye, CO was less than stellar. Being in and out, mostly out of the cabin, during the 2 day stay, it wasn't until the second day I realized how much dirt was on the floor. Grabbing the broom I swept the whole cabin and came up with a considerable pile which I had to sweep in the corner because there was no dust pan. Then I found food and crumbs in t]he refrigerator and the kitchen sink wasn't very clean. Worst of all, at that point when I realized the cabin hadn't been cleaned between customers, I began to doubt the bedding had even been changed as the bottom sheet found sort of sandy. I did write to the proprietors to give them a chance to at least respond to me, but nothing. Too bad, as it was fun staying at this small mountain area - at least until this happened.