Grand Lodge Crested Butte | Pet-Friendly Studio, Walk to Lifts, Pool & Hot Tub

Summary:

A truly dog-friendly studio in the Grand Lodge — a short walk to the Crested Butte lifts, coffee, and town. Sleeps 4.



✔ Dogs genuinely welcome — bring the whole crew

✔ Indoor/outdoor heated pool and hot tub on-site

✔ King bed plus a king Murphy bed, full bath

✔ Kitchenette: fridge, cooktop, microwave, and dishwasher

✔ Keypad self check-in, free parking



♡ "very easy with pets — a fabulous stay" — Natasha, Jul '25



» 2 min walk to the lifts » 7 min to Elk Avenue » 45 min to GUC airport



The Space:

A dog-friendly studio on the 2nd floor of the Grand Lodge's East building — an open, easy-care layout built for travelers who bring their pets and spend the day outside.



➔ Sleeping: A king bed plus a king Murphy bed that folds down at night, so four sleep comfortably in one open room.

➔ Kitchenette: Sink, mini fridge, cooktop burner, microwave, and dishwasher — breakfasts, easy dinners, and reheating (no oven).

➔ Bathroom: One full bathroom.

➔ Pets: Dogs are genuinely welcome (2 pets max, $50 fee) — easy in and out for walks, with trails and town a short stroll away.

➔ Building Amenities: Indoor/outdoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, and a lobby with a fireplace.



3 Pros:

✔ One of the few truly dog-friendly studios this close to the lifts — a convenience store across the street

✔ Indoor and outdoor heated pool plus a hot tub for after a day out

✔ The most affordable building at the base of Mt. Crested Butte



2 Cons:

✗ Built in 1999, a 3-star building with dated common areas

✗ No A/C (rarely needed at 9,375 ft), no oven, and no in-unit washer/dryer



Guest Access:

You have the entire studio to yourself, plus full access to the Grand Lodge's shared amenities: the indoor/outdoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, and fireplace lobby. Check in yourself anytime with the keypad code — there's no front desk at the Grand Lodge, but we respond quickly by message. Your unit comes with free parking, and the 2nd-floor location makes for easy in-and-out with your dog. Shared amenities are operated by the building's HOA and can occasionally close for maintenance.



The Neighborhood:

The Grand Lodge sits at the base of Mt. Crested Butte, a short walk from the Crested Butte Mountain Resort lifts, with a coffee shop, restaurants, and a convenience store directly across the street. The surrounding base village has shops, dining, and rental outfitters at the doorstep, plus open ground nearby for dog walks. Historic downtown Crested Butte and its Elk Avenue — galleries, restaurants, and preserved Old West architecture — are about a seven-minute drive, with a free town shuttle running between the mountain and town. The area is a year-round outdoor base: skiing and snowshoeing in winter; hiking, mountain biking, rafting, horseback riding, and wildflower season in summer. The Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) is about a 45-minute drive.



Getting Around:

You don't need a car here — the lifts, coffee, restaurants, and a convenience store are all within a short walk. A free town shuttle runs between the mountain base and historic downtown Crested Butte (about 7 minutes). If you do drive, your unit comes with free parking. The Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) is about a 45-minute drive; Denver is roughly 4 hours.



Other Things to Note:

- Check-in after 4:00 PM / checkout before 10:00 AM, keypad self check-in.

- Sleeps 4: 1 king bed + 1 king Murphy bed in an open studio layout.

- Pet Friendly — 2 dogs welcome ($50 fee)

- No A/C, no oven, and no in-unit washer/dryer. Kitchenette has a cooktop, microwave, and dishwasher.

- Pool, hot tub, and fitness center are run by the building's HOA and can close for maintenance without notice.

- The Grand Lodge is a 3-star building (built 1999) — clean and functional, with dated common areas.

- CO and smoke alarms and a fire extinguisher are installed.



Interaction with Guests:

Check-in is self-serve with your keypad code, so you can arrive on your own schedule — no front desk to coordinate with. We're a message away before and during your stay and reply quickly (guests consistently mention how responsive and helpful we are). Traveling with your dog or want local trail and restaurant recommendations? Just ask.