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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views

License #3133

Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home, Beautiful Views, Close to town and RMNP, Wi-Fi

This unique property can be rented as 2B/2B or 3B/3B. There is a separate (detached) guest suite (Moose Room) that has a nice bedroom, bathroom and small deck. Please see picture of house plans for layout. The property can accommodate 2-6 guests. The base rate is based on 2 person occupancy and each additional guest is $25 per person per night. **The guest suite (Moose Room) is never rented separately from the main house. The garage is not included in the rental.

This beautiful mountain cottage sits on 1.8 acres with amazing views of Longs Peak, Twin Sisters, Old Man Mountain and Fall River. The original founders of the Elkhorn Lodge built the home in 1934, hence the name Elkhorn Cottage. While there have been many updates, this home boasts of originals giving it the perfect cozy mountain feel. The cottage has hardwood floors, large stone gas fireplace and a fully stocked “retro” style kitchen. The bedrooms are large and the ceilings are tall. The main cottage is 2B/2B and there is a separate guest suite that is 1B/1B (Moose Room). A large deck sits across the entire back of the home that is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views. It’s about a half-mile walk to the downtown strip via a sidewalk at the end of the street and a short 3.8-mile drive to the less crowded Fall River RMNP entrance.

The master bedroom has a King size bed and French doors that open up to the large deck. The other bedroom in the main house has a queen size bed with 2 large windows. The bedroom in the guest suite (Moose Room) has a queen size bed, a full bathroom with a tub/shower, and a small private deck. The guest suite has a mini fridge and coffee maker. All bedrooms have walk in closets and TV/DVD players. The Moose Room will NOT be rented to another party separately from the main house.

There is a Samsung 50” class 8 series LED 4K UHD smart TV in the family room (inside the armoire) so that guests can use their own subscriptions to Netflix, Hulu etc. The house has BASIC cable TV and it has great WiFi.

Elkhorn Cottage is close to many popular wedding venues including The Stanley Hotel, SkyView at Fall River Village and Black Canyon Inn.

Rocky Mountain National Park:
3.8 to Fall River Visitors Center entrance (less traffic)
3.4 to Beaver Meadow’s Entrance

Outdoor propane fire pit
Washer/dryer
Sleeps 2-6

A note about trip insurance...2020 was an exceptionally difficult year for our vacation rentals and we learned the importance of trip insurance. The pandemic shut us down and we lost about 4 months of revenue and in the fall we dealt with unprecedented wildfires where the entire town of Estes was evacuated for several days. We actually didn't know if we would have a home to go back to or if any of our properties would survive the wildfires. As the owner of the home, I have done my best to make this house a home away from home for guests. I believe it is the traveler's responsibility to get travel insurance for their trip. It is not the owner's responsibility to give the traveler a refund or to re-book their trip due to unforeseen circumstances. If I re-book your trip for a later date, then I am losing income because now another guest cannot book it. I simply cannot give refunds or re-book due to any circumstances in which the traveler does not make the trip. It's very simple...GET TRAVEL INSURANCE! This protects the traveler and the owner in natural disaster situations that include but is not limited to pandemics, wildfires, floods, blizzards, car accidents, death or death of a family member, illness, tornadoes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, asteroids, alien invasions, drone attacks, zombie attacks, war, terrorists attacks, riots or any other act of God. Some of these may sound ridiculous, but this has gotten to be a crazy world and anything can happen! Please just get trip insurance and if you decide not to, then do not get upset with the owner for not giving a refund or re-booking. This is my livelihood and I thank you kindly for your understanding and cooperation!



Property manager

Kim Trees

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1721 sq ft (160 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 3133

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 10 min walk
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 3 min drive
  • Lake Estes - 3 min drive
  • The Stanley Hotel - 3 min drive
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rock Cut Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views located?

Located in the heart of Estes Park, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Performance Park and The Stanley Hotel. Rocky Mountain National Park is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ladine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place-great stay! Hope to be back!
Wonderful place! Wonderful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get-away
Beautifil views from a comfortable, cozy home away from home! Walkable to town but close to the Red Route bus stop. Very responsive, communicative host, Kim who even stopped by to fix the tv! We had a relaxing, comfortable visit!! Thanks Kim!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

We fell in love with Estes Park and the Elk Horn Cottage.
We had everything we needed and amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Darla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Nice Place
Great location from Estes Park and saw a lot of elk in the yard each day. The house was very nice and suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross S., Plano, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
We enjoyed our stay. Nice size house. Great amenities. Clean. Walkable distance to town. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jared c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply the best...magical property!
This cottage is the absolute best. It feels cozy and welcoming. This is our 4th stay here. We will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay In Estes park
We loved this cabin. It was very comfortable staying there. I loved it. The scenery is great. And there were elk almost everyday on the property. It was so beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna J., Gainesville, ga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WONDERFUL
Thank you so much for letting us stay at your home. We loved every minute of it. The moose room was the best and we loved the view. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The way it is appointed is perfect for a mountain community. The proximity to town and RMNP is great. While driving around i could find no other location or property that would have been better 😎
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Views
Wonderful stay close to town walking distance to most places. Enjoyed watching the elk and mule deer in the backyard. Miss the cool weather already!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for RMNP
Amazing location with awesome views. Enjoyed grilling and reveling on the days activities in the evening on the deck. I would highly recommend the Elkhorn Cottage. The owners were super responsive throughout the process.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kehn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVED THIS HOME
This is such a great place. We loved that it was private and is an individual home. It is also close to downtown Estes and walkable if you do not mind exercise. Entrance to RMNP is also very close!!! Back porch is amazing with great views. There is some construction going on that you can see while sitting on porch but that is no fault of the owner. Kim is a GREAT host and responds quickly to anything. A lot of personal touches and supplies. Would definitely stay here again and also recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and Perfect Location
I loved this property so much. I felt like I was a guest in someone’s home. Loved the decor and all the little details. Beds were cozy, showers had good water pressure, kitchen was fully stocked! Location was perfect and it was so nice to sit out on the deck and listen to the water. Didn’t get lucky enough to see elk in the yard but saw a cute bunny and lots of birds. Communication was also great and the hosts are super friendly. Would definitely stay here again and hope to one day soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S., San Antonio, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house with great deck and views.
We went up here with friends (four of us in total). The place was just right, clean and comfortable and furnished perfectly for the house and location. The deck and views are fabulous. Beds were comfortable and everything was just right for us. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation 2024
Everything was awesome! Property description was completely accurate. If i had to give one negative, I suggest the mattress in the guest cottage gets replaced. Very uncomfortable. But overall a great experience
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jared c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect mountain getaway with amazing view
We've stayed here before. LOVE the property, its charm and views. Feels like home. Only hiccup was the toilet paper was not not stocked and we had to buy some. Other than that, it was perfect. We'll be back often.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracey f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
I ran a bed and breakfast for many years so I am quite picky. This home was exceptionally clean! The linens and amenities were luxurious. The location was perfect. The views of the mountains and the sounds of the river made it so relaxing. I would recommend this place for sure. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views
The moment we pulled up to the house we were "greeted" by an elk checking us out - that was a great start to our RMNP trip! We really enjoyed our stay at Elkhorn Cottage. The location was perfect - close to the park entrance and downtown Estes Park. The cottage was very homey and comfy. We definitely appreciated the cooler that was left for our use in the park! Communication with the host was great, and checkin/checkout was very easy. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Violet H., Omaha, Nebraska

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Minutes to downtown but feels private. What to say about the house, nicely updated but but retains so many of the original features. Just beautiful and so relaxing. As a person with asthma could really appreciate the lack of any musty old odors or perfumes. Hated to leave, both agreed was a house we could live in forever.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CAROL A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Vacation!!
The Elkhorn Cottage is very comfy and cozy with all of the amenities one could ask for!! It is very close to downtown Estes and the entrance of Rocky Mountain Park! It was a perfect vacation for my two kids and two family friends and myself!!! Loved It!! Thank You!! 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl B., Aurora CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location in Colorado Mountains
Gorgeous location with view of Long’s peak. Elk and deer in yard periodically. 6 minutes from Rocky Mountain National park. Generally clean and washer/dryer a plus. 3rd bed/bath near garage and separate from main house is a bit small. Very rustic (old mountain cabin). Only part of stove and oven works but what does work is acceptable for meal preparation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with amazing views!
My husband spent Thanksgiving week at Elkhorn Cottage. The house was exactly as pictured and described. Everything was very clean and comfortable. The views are incredible and we saw quite a bit of wildlife from the back porch. We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit that is back there. We did get a little more snow than us Floridians could handle so we couldn’t spend as much time back there as we would have liked, but the time that we did have was very enjoyable. The fireplace inside made up for the time that we couldn’t be outside. We felt very safe and secure while we were there. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
The house was very clean and comfortable. There were 6 of us so we used the separated bedroom space as well as the house. Seating was a little tight at times for 6 but there were additional options for seating. It was a rainy weekend but we were able to enjoy time on the deck and the extra throw blankets came in handy. We didn’t see as many elk as we hoped on the property but there were lots in other places. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, but a couple of things...
We enjoyed our stay very much. The location and amenities were excellent. We very much enjoyed the deck and the ability to grill. However, because of the pandemic we pretty much stayed in evenings and were disappointed to find poor quality cable and only 24 channels; a DVD player but only one movie and no mention that a cupboard in the laundry room had games (we eventually found them). We were very grateful for the excellent internet as we were able to hook up a Firestick and access our home TV.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020