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Frequently asked questions
Q: How are the rooms priced?
A: Room pricing is based on double occupancy. Children under the
age of 3 stay for free.
Q: What do I need to bring?
A: Linens, towels, pots, pans, silverware, dish soap, shampoo and soap
are all included with your stay (Pony Express motels have no kitchen items).
Q: Can I fish on the property?
A: Although you can fish right on the property a fishing license is
still required (this applies to ages 14+).
Q: Can we have an outside fire?
A: We do have a couple of outside fire pits, and several charcoal BBQs,
but they must always be supervised, kept modest and if the area is on
restriction no fires are allowed.
Q: What about phone service?
A: There is little to no cell phone service in the area and the rooms
do not have individual phones. The office has a land line for calls out.
Q: Do you have Internet access?
A: We have limited free wireless, but you have to be in or near the office.
Q: Do you have movies or DVDs?
A: If you'd like to watch movies it is recommended that you bring a
portable DVD player or laptop as most of our TVs do not have RCA inputs.
Q: Is there firewood for the fireplaces?
A: Rooms that have fireplaces do not include any firewood.
Duraflame logs are available for purchase.
Q: Can I bring my own firewood?
A: Firewood is only allowed in the designated outside fire pits. You are welcome to bring you own Duraflame type logs for use in the indoor fireplaces.
Q: Can I pay with cash?
A: No, but we do accept all major credit and debit cards.
Q: Does your lodge accommodate special needs?
A: Yes, We do offer a couple of handi-capable rooms.
Q: How easy are the stairs to navigate?
A: The stairs in most units are pretty steep and narrow. For that
reason we do not recommend the lofts for elderly people and ask that
people use extra caution.
Q: Do the rooms ever get hot?
A: Upstairs lofts can get warm, especially in the summer. Each unit includes a box fan.
Q: I've stayed in a cabin before and remember the number, but not the name?
A: C-3, C-4, C-8, C-9, C-10 are now called ‘Pioneer's Cabins’
C-5, C-6 are now called the ‘Fisherman’s Cabins’
C-2 is now called the ‘Pioneer's Cabin – One Night
Stay’
Q: Are the rooms cleaned daily like a normal hotel?
A: No. Our conservation efforts include only making beds and providing fresh linens upon arrival (unless it is an extended stay).
Q: What’s the difference between the Pioneer's Cabin &
Fisherman’s Cabin?
A: The Fisherman’s Cabin is a bit smaller in square footage, has
lower ceilings, a smaller bathroom and a queen size bed instead of a
king size bed.
Q: Are there differences between the various Pioneer's Cabins?
A: Yes. We’ve tried to make all of the Pioneer's Cabins of
equal value. The newer ones C-8, C-9 and C-10 are studio style
and have 4 twin beds upstairs. C-3 and C-4 are older units also
with 4 twin beds upstairs, but have a separate bedroom.
Q: How many people can I get in one cabin?
A: That is up to you really. Most of our units have 2-4
additional twin beds upstairs, but we do have some rollaways and some
people bring sleeping bags as well.
Q: Are you open year round?
A: Yes. There is always something to do up here during all
4 beautiful seasons.
Q: Are there fish in the creek?
A: Yes! We are the only lodge located right on the banks of Christopher Creek. You do not have to leave the property to
fish. Native brown trout are in the creek and it is also stocked
with rainbow trout.
Q: Are you close to any lakes?
A: We are minutes away from many lakes.
Q: Do I need to bring my own linens?
A: No. We provide all bedding, towels and soaps.
Q: Can I barbeque outside?
A: Yes, but it must be with charcoal and in the BBQ pits/grills.
Q: Is there a restaurant or market nearby?
A: There is a nearby bar and restaurant that serves breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Also, there is a market that has more than just
the essentials. All are within walking distance.
Q: Are you close to any hiking trails.
A: Right across the street is the Highline Trailhead, which
branches off to many different beautiful trails of varying levels and
distances.
Q: Is there television?
A: Yes, each room has a TV with 10 channels.
Q: Do you accept special events like weddings, family
reunions, company retreats, etc.
A: Yes, we have tables, chairs, a conference room, and some extra
outside space available for such gatherings.
Q: Do any units have air conditioning?
A: No. At almost 6000 ft. it can occasionally get a bit
warm, but usually the weather is fantastic.
Q: Do I need to make a deposit to book a reservation?
A: No. However, all reservations are paid for in full at
the time a reservation is booked. All reservations are
non-cancellable/non-refundable.
Q: How big is your conference room?
A: Depending on the use it typically can accommodate 40-50 people.