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Great views from 2 decks, block from town, across from nature preserve, Hot Tub!

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This feels amazing after a long day of hiking
Elk Cabin was built in 2017 to create great family vacations and memories
Enjoy the views from the great room as you look over lovely, open green space
The dining table is built from Colorado Barnwood and seats 8 comfortably
Perhaps the best part...enjoy your coffee or cocktail overlooking the mountains

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8160.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Historic Estes Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Lower Level Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower Level Master

1 King Bed

Main Level Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main floor powder

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Great views from 2 decks, block from town, across from nature preserve, Hot Tub!

Relax, rejuvenate and recharge in this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath mountain cabin that has everything you could hope for in an Estes Park vacation home. It’s within easy walking distance to downtown restaurants and shopping, and a close drive to the main attraction – Rocky Mountain National Park!
This house is perfect for making memories with friends and family. Enjoy your morning coffee on our beautiful outdoor deck, which overlooks parkland and has an amazing view of the Stanley Hotel. Have fun making meals in the fully-stocked kitchen, and eating together as a family around the large dining table. Two living areas (on separate floors) allow you to play games and relax as a family, or split up into your own areas.
After a day of exploring Rocky Mountain National Park (or shopping in Estes Park), a fun evening and a good night’s sleep awaits you. Walk into town for dinner and drinks, or grill out on the outdoor deck. Each bedroom is beautifully decorated with a mountain theme, and is equipped with a flat screen TV if you just want some quiet time. The downstairs game room has a sectional/sleeper sofa and offers a great place to play games and watch movies. Before bed, enjoy a soothing soak in the outdoor hot tub and take in the night sky.

We have highspeed gigabit internet connection (940mbps) for those who need to telework! Great connectivity for video zoom calls, streaming movies, and more! Cable Tv in every room, board games, dominoes, cards and more. Hiking trails directly across the street and large 6 person private hot-tub. Loads of fun for the family at your fingertips.

This property in 100% self-managed. We take pride in our home and offer guest personal experience with suggestions from "locals" on what to do around town, best RMNP hikes, and of course our favorite places to eat and drink. No worries about illegal rentals, the town of Estes Park has strict licensing requirements for vacation rentals and our house is fully compliant and registered (registration number 3222).

Elk Cabin has all the space you need for a large family, or for grandparents or friends to join you.
MAIN LEVEL:
• Welcoming open kitchen/dining/living area

• Fully-stocked KITCHEN with everything you need to cook up a great meal for your family
o Large dining table seats 8
o Calphalon® cookware
o dishes and flatware
o 12-cup coffee maker
o blender
o toaster
o crockpot
o assorted utensils, bakeware, cutting boards, etc

• The LIVING room is fully furnished with:
o Comfortable leather couches in front of a lovely fireplace
o Flat Screen TV with Netflix and Amazon video apps
o Adjacent half-BATHROOM

• The MASTER BEDROOM is designed for a great night’s sleep
o King bed is equipped with high thread-count sheets and cozy comforter
o Flat screen cable TV with Netflix and Amazon video apps
o En-suite BATHROOM with luxurious walk-in shower

• The UPPER DECK is well-equipped to enjoy more outdoor time
o Beautiful view overlooking parkland on one side, and the historic Stanley Hotel on the other side
o Outdoor table and chairs
o Gas grill
LOWER LEVEL:
• The GAMEROOM offers a great place to relax, play games and watch movies together
o Large sectional couch
o Flat screen cable TV with Netflix and Amazon video apps
o Assortment of books and games

• 2nd Master
o BEDROOM 2 has a king bed
o Flat screen cable TV with Netflix and Amazon video apps

• Bunk Room, great place to put a few kids but big enough for a couple of adults as well
o Full-over-full bunk bed to accommodate 4 (we recommend only kids on the top bunk)
o Flat screen cable TV with Netflix and Amazon video apps

• The FULL BATH is adjacent to both bedrooms
o Shower/Bath combo and two sinks

• The LOWER DECK offers additional opportunity to enjoy outside time
o Covered patio with large hot tub
Other useful items include:
• 2 PARKING SPACES (a treasure in downtown Estes Park!)
• WALKING DISTANCE to the town of Estes Park with shopping, eating and entertainment
• 4-MILE DRIVE to ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK ENTRANCES (Fall River or Beaver Meadow Visitor Centers and entrances). Hike the trails around Alluvial Fan, Bear Lake, Fern Lake or Wild Basin. See the wildlife, climb the peaks, or just sit quietly by the serine lakes and take in the majesty. We are happy to recommend great hikes to accommodate all ages.
• HOT TUB
• WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY throughout house
• WASHER/DRYER

Property manager

Brent Nations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love family!
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Events

No events allowed
No bachelor or bachelorette parties of any kind.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, leave furry friends at home.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in or around house including deck area.
Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of advance payment, deposit, and/or rental money.
Only park in the two designated spots in front of Elk Cabin, or in the designated guest spots. Only use our designated dumpster for trash.
Hot Tub hours are 8 am to 10 pm. Please respect your neighbors and bring it after hours. Many people sleep with open windows, so keep noise down.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No bachelor or bachelorette parties of any kind.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 3222

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this cabin is in the city centre and on a river. The Stanley Hotel and Historic Estes Park are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Estes - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great views from 2 decks, block from town, across from nature preserve, Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great views from 2 decks, block from town, across from nature preserve, Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great views from 2 decks, block from town, across from nature preserve, Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great views from 2 decks, block from town, across from nature preserve, Hot Tub! located?

This family-friendly Estes Park cabin is located on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Bond Park and Historic Estes Park. The Stanley Hotel and Rocky Mountain National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rocky Mountain National Park

We had a great visit to Elk Cabin with our family of 4 (mom, dad, 2 teenagers). Everyone had plenty of space to relax, and the kitchen was well-stocked. The location was great, we were able to walk into town for dinner and shopping. RMNP was a short, easy drive. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Nice cabin with downtown Estes Park and the Stanley hotel withon walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Location was great, lots of walkable things to do. The cabin was very well stocked and clean - would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle and Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

This home was perfect for our weekend getaway! Great location to town, plenty of room, well stocked kitchen, and great communication with owner were some of the wonderful perks of this house! We would love to stay here again anytime we're in Estes! Thanks so much Brent!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

T S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Estes Park

Convenient location to downtown Estes Park
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family friendly in an excellent location!

This is our 12th year of spending Thanksgiving in Estes and, I do believe, it was our best stay yet! Everything was perfect and the host was incredibly accommodating! Thank you for the wonderful memory! I would stay here again in a heartbeat! A+ cabin with an A+ host!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

Cabin is awesome couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

Property exactly as described. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Estes Park Elk Cabin

We loved the layout of the cabin and how close it was to town. The cabin had everything we needed. It felt very spacious and had all the amenities we could need. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location & Clean!!

The house was perfect! Everything you could possibly need was there. No detail was missed. House is conveniently located between both park entrances. Walking distance to town which was great too. Communication was a breeze. Home owner responded quickly when I reached out with a question. Would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and cozy house

This house was perfect for our family of 4 but would easily accommodate another couple. Very clean and cozy. We didn't spend a bunch of time in the house due to exploring RMNP but when we did we were soaking in the hot tub looking up at the stars and listening the elk bugle. Such a great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The property was beautiful, clean, and exactly as pictured. We could not have asked for a better place to stay and experience Estes as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin close to town

We loved staying here. Clean, cozy and comfortable. The owners were kinda and responsive. Patio with a beautiful view for dinner or morning coffee. So close to town - loved not having to drive while we stayed here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The location was close to town and the Stanley and the accommodation was nice. We didn’t use the hot tub, but the deck is beautiful. I didn’t realize we were so close to a main road. I also didn’t realize that checkout is 10 AM and there were a lot of things to do to check out (start a load of laundry, etc) Although we enjoyed our stay, I’m not sure it was the best bang for our buck, but it’s prime time in Estes Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dennis i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The property was exactly like the description It’s within walking distance of everything and very close to the park entrance Everything worked I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to vacation with family

My family comes to Rocky Mountain National Park fairly regularly (every year or two), and this is my favorite of the houses we’ve stayed in. The main floor master was perfect for my elderly parents. The kitchen was well-appointed. Everything was super clean. I was worried about being so close to downtown, but that was just a bonus—we had no noise, and the view with the park across the street was spectacular. One evening, we looked out from the porch to see some 18 elk in the park. Magnificent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!

Our family had an amazing first time in Estes Park. Elk cabin is located a block from downtown shops but still has the feel of being outside of town. We enjoyed seeing all of the elk across the street and several in the driveway every day. After a long day of hiking, the hot tub was great for the sore muscles. There was plenty of room for us to spread out. Besides my husband and myself, we traveled with our kids ages 20, 17, and 16. We highly recommend staying at the Elk Cabin due to location, cleanliness, and the views. We can’t wait to comeback!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, cabin felt like home

We really enjoyed our stay at Elk Cabin in Estes Park. The location is perfect, walking distance to town. The Safeway grocery store is a short drive (3-5 min.) It’s also close to the Historic Stanley Hotel. And most importantly very convenient to Rocky Mountain National Park. Elk Cabin is exactly as pictured but even better in person. It is very cozy and feels like home. Beds were comfortable, and we enjoyed the hot tub at night. Full size washer and dryer was a nice benefit too. We had 3 young adults with us and it was nice to have the basement area for them to hang out. Brent and Deb’s communications were very helpful and thorough! We would stay here again, don’t hesitate to book Elk Cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with a gorgeous view

This home was the perfect retreat after a week of work in Denver. At night, it's dark enough to see thousands of stars and in the morning, a coffee on the deck, while listening to the creek across the street was serene. One evening, there were elk just meandering over there. It's a short trek to food, shopping, the Stanley Hotel and hiking trails. A short drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park and many other sights. Home was stocked with plenty of essentials, a grill, relaxing hot tub and a great binder full of how to's on everything in the home, places to visit, eat and drink. Be warned, must places close by 10pm for food and drinks, so if you're out in the parks late, have snacks back at home or check out Lonigans, as they are open a little later, had great food and drinks but it does get loud on karaThis home was the perfect retreat after a week of work in Denver. At night, it's dark enough to see thousands of stars, and in the morning, a coffee on the deck while listening to the creek across the street was serene. One evening, there were elk just meandering over there. It's a short trek to food, shopping, the Stanley Hotel, and hiking trails, and a short drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park and many other sights. The home was stocked with plenty of essentoke night, which was also a lot of fun to listen to (most of the time...) Overall, this place will calm your mind and soul as you take in the complete beauty of Estes Park and we would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Great!

Convenient! Lovely decorations. Comfy living. Clean. Easy access to Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park. Highly Recommend this accommodation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Property was perfect for our family of 6! They had everything we needed and it was a short walk town and to the Stanley Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of space close to downtown

Nice, clean place to stay with hot tub and walking distance to downtown and plenty of room in the 3 bedrooms and living areas. Only thing that was unexpected from the listing was that the back patio hot tub was very near a busy street so not a lot of privacy but blocked by a fence so that made it better. Working fireplace upstairs made it cozy and had everything we needed for a long weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cabin right near town!

Perfect spot for our family. Walking distance to town, great views, stocked kitchen, hot tub, two parking spots. Nothing not to like. Loved our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect winter stay

Great location and very cozy. Was a perfect place to return to after hiking. Hot tub was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

So cozy and close to everything. We were there for an even at The Stanley. It was perfect. The heat was a little wonky and kept climbing to 72 which made the bedrooms a little too toasty. But we made it work. We will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brent Nations

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My wife and I love Colorado. We live in Austin Texas most of the year, but enjoy getting away to the cool mountains, especially during the hot Texas summers.

Why they chose this property

We have rented many houses in Estes Park over the years. A few years ago we rented a house up the hill from Elk Horn Ave. We absolutely loved getting up and walking to get coffee in the mornings. And we loved not having to get into a car to go to dinner either.
When our girls were a little older we were able to let them walk down to the candy and ice cream stores by themselves. The girls loved the freedom! And we decided then if we were to find a place it needed to be in the center of town. And we found the perfect location!

What makes this property unique

The Elk Cabin has something you won't find anywhere else in Estes. A panoramic view of nature preserve, mountains, and the Stanley Hotel. You will feel like you are in the wilderness. But as you will only find at our place, a two block walk into the heart of downtown Estes Park. You simply can't beat the beauty or location.

Languages:

English

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