We stayed at the Tall Pine cabin for 6 nights in July. The cabin was rustic and a little run down but quite confortable. Staff were very friendly and provided lots of information for trips and hikes in the area. We were a little disappointed that the cabin was very close to the main road. The road is not very... more

Warm and friendly owners “Welcome, family!” When we arrived. Cozy beds and bedrooms with pool and ping pong fireside. Scrumptious breakfasts And coffee All our plates were piled high. Views from every window Of mountains and lakes And star-filled skies. Now back in flat land Midwest Our memories will warm us And our hearts will pine For our return out... more

When I knocked on the door of Ores and Mine I was greeted by Donna. "Welcome, Family!" she stated. She treated us as family for our whole stay..except we didn't have to clean or cook! Donna gave us a tour of the B&B and showed us our room, The Champion. Three large beds, a fireplace, two sitting areas and a... more

In the small village of Twin Lakes, Colorado (between Leadville and Aspen) stands a rustic inn built in 1879. My wife and I and some friends recently met here for diner. The owner and host of The Black Cat Bed and Breakfast had recomended we visit. The Black Cat is a few miles down the road with one of the... more

My wife and I have been to Murren, Switzerland twice. I have always thought Yosemite Valley and Murren were the most beautiful places we have seen. Ric's Black Cat B&B has a view from the bedrooms that rivals both these places. Ric was a great host and served a great breakfast along with wonderful conversation. The place is sparkling clean... more

Highly recommend! Featherbed mattresses. Excellent food. more

We truly know the meaning of "Don't judge a book by its cover'. When we looked for a B&B in the Leadville/Twin Lakes area to support our Mt. Elbert hike we checked out several B&B's on the internet. Ores and Mine was in close proximity to our trailhead but we were not sure what we were into until we were... more

I just stayed one quick night as I was passing through town from a business trip. I wanted to break up my drive & use the occasion as an excuse to spend a little time in the mountains. The view from my room really couldn't be any more spectacular. The host, Ric, was very relaxed and welcoming. I mentioned that... more

My wife and I had a few days to spend in central Colorado following a trip to Colorado Springs for a wedding, and we remembered the Twin Lakes area from a trip we took nearly 20 years ago. We remembered the seclusion of the area, the mountain beauty, and wanted to find someplace to stay to take advantage of both.... more

If you're looking for clean mountain air, peace and quiet, and the unspoiled beauty of glacial lakes, tiny Twin Lakes, Colorado (population 25)--sitting at 9,220 feet, halfway between Leadville and Buena Vista--is a great destination. And the lodging of choice is the Twin Lakes Roadhouse Lodge. We just returned from a two-night stay in the property's Carriage House--a 114-year-old, one-bedroom... more

We stayed 3 nights at the Black Cat and had a tremendous time. Ric was a great host and his breakfasts were excellent. The facilities were very clean and comfortable. We look forward to visiting Twin Lakes and the Black Cat again soon. more

My wife and I were doing a backpacking trip through the area and decided to stay at Ores and Mine for one night as a break from camping every night. This turned out to be a fantastic decision as the Ores and Mine B&B is an absolute gem of a find. The proprietors, John and Donna, are two of the... more

My wife and I stayed with Ric at the Black Cat during the snowy season. Everything we hoped for and more. We are into the less hectic outdoor scene (snowshoeing, xc skiing) and the twin lakes area is amazing. During our stay, Ric prepared some tasty breakfasts that helped fuel us for our day, for which we were grateful. He... more

My husband and I stayed at Mt. Elbert Lodge in the Rinker Cabin for our anniversary in Oct 2007. The views are awesome - several 14er mountains surround it. We took a trip over Independence Pass and on to Aspen while there - the scenery was magnificent. If you visit in winter, Independence pass will probably be closed. The cabin... more

We have stayed at Mt. Elbert twice and plan to spend a week there in 2008. We have stayed in the cabins and not the B & B, so cannot comment on the B & B. The cabins are somewhat rustic but have the necessary conveniences, although no TV or phones, which is OK by us. They do have a... more

We went to Ores & Mine to celebrate our anniversary weekend. We were so lucky we chose them. The rooms are beautiful and the hospitality is unsurpassed. John & Donna went out of their way to make sure every guest was well taken care of. They opened their home and made us feel part of their family. It was hard... more

The Cornella family has a beautiful home, and they welcome you into it as family. They go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable, and Donna makes the most AMAZING breakfasts. If you're looking for a relaxing place to stay with a gorgeous view, loveable hosts and a central location (with a short drive to Aspen, Leadville,... more

The Black Cat B&B is in a truly wonderful location. There are pictures on the website that I thought were surely taken at another location, but that is what you see right out the front door. The rooms were clean, bathrooms generous, and there were lots of channels on the TV if you can resist spending time outdoors in the... more

We have stayed in many B&B's, and most hosts are very nice, but John and Donna are our favorites. From the moment Donna met us at the door, embracing us and saying "Come in, family!", we knew this was someplace special. What a wonderful couple! Even if you don't go to B&B's to meet extraordinary hosts, you will be won... more