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Meet the Innkeepers -
Phil and Lucie Mims
 What
did you do before buying this B&B?
Phil spent 17 years in a wholesale jewelry business, and 14 years in relationship
marketing with Excel Communications. Lucie helped raise 3 sons and 1 daughter,
while staying booked as a top hairstylist in Dallas. She sure is prepared
to greet guests, and prepare fabulous meals, with all that experience!
What motivated you to buy a B&B?
We were just ready for change in life. Our careers had prepared us for
this new venture, as serving others comes naturally to us both. Having
lived in the Mountains from '93-'97, we missed that fresh mountain air,
and unsurpassed scenery.
Why Ouray, and why Black Bear Manor?
Ouray is known as "Little Switzerland of America", and once
you've been here, you'll quickly understand why. You'll want not to leave,
and even may book your next trip in before you leave. This area is the
most beautiful in all of North America, what ever season you choose to
visit. The attitude of the locals here is different, and more slow-paced.
It's said that folks here live on Rocky Mountain time. Everyone lives
more outdoors, and comes in only to sleep (sometimes). This slow pace,
and fun way to live is contagious, and even if you can't reside here,
you may manage to take a little of it back home with you. Ouray offers
so much to do, summer, winter or fall, including world class skiing nearby
in Telluride, jeeping high elevation trails, hiking, biking, fishing,
fall foliage viewing, or just sitting in the Hot Springs, while snow
falls on your head. Pine-scented mountain air is unbeatable. You'll see!
As for Black Bear Manor...the place has been very popular for years, formerly
known as the Damn Yankee Country Inn, with repeat guests. The rooms are
the largest in Ouray, and after our redecorating, some of the nicest.
The highlight of Black Bear Manor is the 3rd floor observatory (possibly
the highest in Ouray), where you can see from windows on 3 sides the majestic
mountain tops. This observatory view for the fireworks on New Years Eve
and the 4th of July is the best! Mother deer and he r
fawns walk daily thru the side yard, without fear. Leave your fear home
too. Come have fun!
How long will you serve guests here yourselves?
As long as we feel good, and still enjoy it. We meet some of the most
fascinating folks, from all walks of life, and from many countries. Even
our guests come back to see who is here this time. Life is more than a
destination, you know. It's the Journey that really counts, and here at
Black Bear Manor, we intend to add to life's journey of others, and to
the collection of fine memories for our guests.
What's the worst part for people coming to Ouray and Black Bear
Manor?
For sure, having to leave after your stay. Thinking about going back to
life’s daily routine, with traffic and all, can almost depress a
guest! They sure can't get this pampering back home. “Time warp”
may be a good description. At least they will feel good about the value
we provide here at Black Bear Manor.
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