River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat'l Park
House in Estes Park, CO
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Relax in a streamside hot tub or cozy up to a fire at River Dream, a 4br home on the bank of the Big Thompson River and just blocks to trailheads into Rocky Mountain National Park (Permit 20-NCD0245). With two decks, an outdoor grill, and a riverside picnic area, this gorgeous 4br is a perfect retreat for groups up to 10.
+ 5 minute drive to the National Park Visitor Center and downtown
+ 3 mins to the Estes Park's best restaurants
+ Blocks to National Park Trailheads
This home has it all!
Real quick -- house rules:
No early check in or late checkouts. Check in is 4pm or later; check out is 10am or earlier. No smoking in the house or entire neighborhood. No parties, no pets, no open fires. 2 cars & 10 guests max. Guests must start a load of dishes and a laundry load of towels/hand towels/washcloths at checkout (we have negotiated a lower cleaning fee based on this). Accurate guest count mandatory.
Onward!
My husband and I welcome you to stay at our family retreat named River Dream. Our dream home sits on the bank of the Big Thompson River, with a hot tub just feet from the water's edge. You can hike into the National Park from our home, return and BBQ on our deck, bring your food down to our waterfront picnic area, and enjoy a movie or fire in our livingroom. We love our home because it's the perfect spot for gatherings of family and friends, and we invite you to visit!
Our home is spacious at 2700 square feet, so there's plenty of space for your group to spread out an enjoy!
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Our home has four bedrooms (king, king, king and a king with a bunk bed) and three bathrooms (full with a tub/shower; full with a shower; and full with a tub and a separate shower).
TOP FLOOR: The top floor has two bedrooms with king beds and a shared bathroom between them. The bathroom features a shower/tub combo.
MAIN FLOOR: The main floor has a king bedroom opening onto our top deck, with a see-through fireplace opening into its bathroom. On the other side of the fireplace is a whirlpool bathtub. The bathroom also features a separate shower.
BOTTOM FLOOR: The lower level features final bedroom with a queen bed and a bunk bed. This bedroom also opens into a bathroom with a shower.
KITCHEN & DINING
KITCHEN - Our fully stocked kitchen features everything you need to cook whatever you want for your friends and family. We have a stove, oven, coffee maker, microwave, and tons of small appliances, dishes and cookware. Please see our listing amenities for a comprehensive list.
WET BAR - Our bottom floor, which opens out to our hot tub, has a TV area and sofa plus a small wet bar
DINING - We have several dining areas indoors -- a main floor dining area off the kitchen, and then downstairs we have seating around a wet bar plus another dining table. We also have an outdoor dining table next to our grill, plus a picnic table on the edge of the river.
LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT
HOT TUB - A hallmark of our home, our hot tub is on our lower deck, shielded by the elements so it's easy to get there when it's snowing out. The hot tub is on the edge of the river.
LIVING AREAS - Our main floor and bottom floor living rooms/dens features smart TVs so you can stream to your heart's content. The lower floor living space also has a library of games.
LAUNDRY
Laundry - Feel free to our washer and dryer.
Guests will have full access to our home, which includes:
4 bedrooms (3 kings, 1 with a queen and a bunk bed)
3 bathrooms
1 open dining/kitchen/livingroom (with fireplace) on the main floor
1 den on the bottom floor with a TV, small dining table and wet bar
Deck with grill
Lower floor deck with hot tub
Washer and dryer
Riverside picnic area
Common area access from the HOA to the riverbank
2 parking space
** GUESTS DO NOT HAVE GARAGE ACCESS **
We have turned over management to The Wolf Rentals, and you will see messages from our cohosts Nathan, Nancy and Matt. They have hosted more than 10,000 vacationers in Estes Park and we have entrusted them to provide you with an excellent stay!
This home is in the lovely Aspen Brook neighborhood, a collection of homes on the banks of the Big Thompson River. The HOA common land offers several hundred feet of river to fish in, but you can also simply walk across Highway 66, about a block away, and head into the National Park to fish in Moraine Park. Getting there is about a 20 minute hike.
The HOA has some important rules: no motorcycles, ATVs, trailers or RVs. We have neighborhood quiet hours from 9pm to 8am. No pets of any kind, and absolutely no smoking in the entire neighborhood.
There is a neighborhood picnic area and play area for kids.
Within 1.5 miles are the two best restaurants in Estes Park (Bird & Jim and the Rock Inn) or drive a few miles down 66 (past the YMCA of the Rockies) to Portal Campground and great hiking without the crowds.
The best part of this neighborhood is you can leave the house walk straight into the National Park, with the boundary being about 2 blocks away. You can also drive to the entry station without having to brave downtown traffic, as the home is on the west side of town. If you want to go downtown and don't want to deal with parking, the town offers a free shuttle service during the summer months with a stop about a mile and a half away.
NOISE
Events, loud music and noises, and parties are strictly prohibited. Please be respectful of your noise level so I can maintain good relationships with my neighbors. We have installed NoiseAware devices, which monitor decibels and alert us to noise disturbances. One is in the garage and another is in the neighbor's deck post downstream of the hot tub.
ADDITIONAL & NONPAYING GUESTS
Nonpaying and non-registered guests are not allowed on property.
AIR CONDITIONER
Like nearly every other home in town, there’s no A/C. Thankfully mountain air blows down from the high peaks and will cool down the place quickly in the evenings if you open the windows.
HOUSE AND NEIGHBORHOOD RULES
My neighborhood has rules to ensure serenity and privacy. By booking you are agreeing to them: no pets, no RVs, no motorhomes, no motorcycles, no open flames, quiet hours from 9PM to 8AM, requirement to observe 15mph on neighborhood roads, and absolutely no smoking anywhere (not inside, not outside, and not even in the neighborhood!).
BEARS
Do NOT leave food in your car! Bears frequent this area and can break in!
THIS IS AN HOA. BY BOOKING YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING HOUSE AND NEIGHBORHOOD RULES, AND ASSUME LIABILITY FOR FINES IF RULES ARE BROKEN
1. No parties, loud noises, unregistered guests
2. Neighborhood quiet hours from 9pm to 8am.
3. No smoking anywhere inside or outside the home or even in neighborhood. Closest smoking is 3 blocks away.
4. No RVs, motorcycles, ATVs or trailers
5. Parking for 2 cars only
6. No open flames in house or neighborhood
7. Self check in after 4pm and check out before 10am, no exceptions
8. No illegal internet use
9. Guests agree to start dishes in dishwasher and a load of towels, hand towels and dish rags in the washer.
+ 5 minute drive to the National Park Visitor Center and downtown
+ 3 mins to the Estes Park's best restaurants
+ Blocks to National Park Trailheads
This home has it all!
Real quick -- house rules:
No early check in or late checkouts. Check in is 4pm or later; check out is 10am or earlier. No smoking in the house or entire neighborhood. No parties, no pets, no open fires. 2 cars & 10 guests max. Guests must start a load of dishes and a laundry load of towels/hand towels/washcloths at checkout (we have negotiated a lower cleaning fee based on this). Accurate guest count mandatory.
Onward!
My husband and I welcome you to stay at our family retreat named River Dream. Our dream home sits on the bank of the Big Thompson River, with a hot tub just feet from the water's edge. You can hike into the National Park from our home, return and BBQ on our deck, bring your food down to our waterfront picnic area, and enjoy a movie or fire in our livingroom. We love our home because it's the perfect spot for gatherings of family and friends, and we invite you to visit!
Our home is spacious at 2700 square feet, so there's plenty of space for your group to spread out an enjoy!
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Our home has four bedrooms (king, king, king and a king with a bunk bed) and three bathrooms (full with a tub/shower; full with a shower; and full with a tub and a separate shower).
TOP FLOOR: The top floor has two bedrooms with king beds and a shared bathroom between them. The bathroom features a shower/tub combo.
MAIN FLOOR: The main floor has a king bedroom opening onto our top deck, with a see-through fireplace opening into its bathroom. On the other side of the fireplace is a whirlpool bathtub. The bathroom also features a separate shower.
BOTTOM FLOOR: The lower level features final bedroom with a queen bed and a bunk bed. This bedroom also opens into a bathroom with a shower.
KITCHEN & DINING
KITCHEN - Our fully stocked kitchen features everything you need to cook whatever you want for your friends and family. We have a stove, oven, coffee maker, microwave, and tons of small appliances, dishes and cookware. Please see our listing amenities for a comprehensive list.
WET BAR - Our bottom floor, which opens out to our hot tub, has a TV area and sofa plus a small wet bar
DINING - We have several dining areas indoors -- a main floor dining area off the kitchen, and then downstairs we have seating around a wet bar plus another dining table. We also have an outdoor dining table next to our grill, plus a picnic table on the edge of the river.
LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT
HOT TUB - A hallmark of our home, our hot tub is on our lower deck, shielded by the elements so it's easy to get there when it's snowing out. The hot tub is on the edge of the river.
LIVING AREAS - Our main floor and bottom floor living rooms/dens features smart TVs so you can stream to your heart's content. The lower floor living space also has a library of games.
LAUNDRY
Laundry - Feel free to our washer and dryer.
Guests will have full access to our home, which includes:
4 bedrooms (3 kings, 1 with a queen and a bunk bed)
3 bathrooms
1 open dining/kitchen/livingroom (with fireplace) on the main floor
1 den on the bottom floor with a TV, small dining table and wet bar
Deck with grill
Lower floor deck with hot tub
Washer and dryer
Riverside picnic area
Common area access from the HOA to the riverbank
2 parking space
** GUESTS DO NOT HAVE GARAGE ACCESS **
We have turned over management to The Wolf Rentals, and you will see messages from our cohosts Nathan, Nancy and Matt. They have hosted more than 10,000 vacationers in Estes Park and we have entrusted them to provide you with an excellent stay!
This home is in the lovely Aspen Brook neighborhood, a collection of homes on the banks of the Big Thompson River. The HOA common land offers several hundred feet of river to fish in, but you can also simply walk across Highway 66, about a block away, and head into the National Park to fish in Moraine Park. Getting there is about a 20 minute hike.
The HOA has some important rules: no motorcycles, ATVs, trailers or RVs. We have neighborhood quiet hours from 9pm to 8am. No pets of any kind, and absolutely no smoking in the entire neighborhood.
There is a neighborhood picnic area and play area for kids.
Within 1.5 miles are the two best restaurants in Estes Park (Bird & Jim and the Rock Inn) or drive a few miles down 66 (past the YMCA of the Rockies) to Portal Campground and great hiking without the crowds.
The best part of this neighborhood is you can leave the house walk straight into the National Park, with the boundary being about 2 blocks away. You can also drive to the entry station without having to brave downtown traffic, as the home is on the west side of town. If you want to go downtown and don't want to deal with parking, the town offers a free shuttle service during the summer months with a stop about a mile and a half away.
NOISE
Events, loud music and noises, and parties are strictly prohibited. Please be respectful of your noise level so I can maintain good relationships with my neighbors. We have installed NoiseAware devices, which monitor decibels and alert us to noise disturbances. One is in the garage and another is in the neighbor's deck post downstream of the hot tub.
ADDITIONAL & NONPAYING GUESTS
Nonpaying and non-registered guests are not allowed on property.
AIR CONDITIONER
Like nearly every other home in town, there’s no A/C. Thankfully mountain air blows down from the high peaks and will cool down the place quickly in the evenings if you open the windows.
HOUSE AND NEIGHBORHOOD RULES
My neighborhood has rules to ensure serenity and privacy. By booking you are agreeing to them: no pets, no RVs, no motorhomes, no motorcycles, no open flames, quiet hours from 9PM to 8AM, requirement to observe 15mph on neighborhood roads, and absolutely no smoking anywhere (not inside, not outside, and not even in the neighborhood!).
BEARS
Do NOT leave food in your car! Bears frequent this area and can break in!
THIS IS AN HOA. BY BOOKING YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING HOUSE AND NEIGHBORHOOD RULES, AND ASSUME LIABILITY FOR FINES IF RULES ARE BROKEN
1. No parties, loud noises, unregistered guests
2. Neighborhood quiet hours from 9pm to 8am.
3. No smoking anywhere inside or outside the home or even in neighborhood. Closest smoking is 3 blocks away.
4. No RVs, motorcycles, ATVs or trailers
5. Parking for 2 cars only
6. No open flames in house or neighborhood
7. Self check in after 4pm and check out before 10am, no exceptions
8. No illegal internet use
9. Guests agree to start dishes in dishwasher and a load of towels, hand towels and dish rags in the washer.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Estes Park, CO
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Reviews
10.0
We loved this house. It was so great for our family of 10 and everyone had room. We only had the weekend but we really enjoyed the river, the space was awesome, and clean. The downstairs was nice for the grandkids to play games and they loved the bunk beds. I would definitely use it again.
10.0
Our vacation rental in Estes Park surpassed our expectations. It was spotless with a family friendly layout (bedrooms on first and second floor and a spacious “in-laws quarter “ in the basement). The kitchen was large and well equipped with plentiful dishes, glasses and flatware. A washer/dryer were conveniently located in the kitchen. Aspen brook ran beside the rental and was easily accessible. Our grandkids spent hours fishing from its shore. The rental was convenient to Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park.
10.0
This beautiful home is located close enough to RMNP and Estes Park and yet just the right distance away to avoid the large crowds of visitors and traffic. It has the feel of camping as you have an awesome spot along the Big Thompson river. Adding the comfort of home and you will wish you had more time to spend here. We hope to get the chance to return another time.
10.0
This is a lovely cabin with rooms on floors which gives everyone privacy. Our family gathered from several states for the holidays, and we were pleased with the layout, the comfort, and the beautiful surroundings.
10.0
Excellent location for families exploring Estes Park .
Clean, well appointed, as advertised, attentive property anagers.
Close to neighboring houses, and a Highway. But with Big Thompson River near the deck, it was like we were isolated.
Highly recommended.
6.0
No communication
The house was amazing. The communication with management was horrible. I received nothing about a rental agreement before church in time. I had to call to get the code for the door because that was not sent to me. Expectations as far as the hot tub, towels and dishes were sent to me durning my stay. I’m on vacation not checking my email. This should have all been taken care of before check in time.
10.0
Wonderful home!
We had a wonderful time!
10.0
Just Grandpa and Grandma this time
We brought our 2 children here 31 years ago, and we were hooked. We have brought the kids and their husband's and all four grandsons. There was plenty of room at that place for us there, also. Beautiful location and homes! We have never been disappointed in all the many times we've stayed here!
But this time got to be just Grandpa and me!!!
We'll be back!
Thank You Aspen Brook!
10.0
Incredibly convenient
This property lived up to every expectation. No matter if you want to spend time in RMNP or just hang out in Estes Park, this home is located so very convenient to everything….yet away from it all too. The Big Thompson River can be seen (and heard) from the home. We had plenty of room for 5 of us. The home had everything. There was nothing that we needed that was not there….and we have exceptional cooks in our family, so kitchen utensils are critical. Very clean. The owners were very responsive to a couple of questions that we had. You can actually hike a very short distance from the home and be in RMNP. This home is a 5+ value.
10.0
Perfect little cabin in the woods!
My family and I came to Estes for one last summer trip before school started up (and things started getting to where travel wasn't safe again) and found this lovely little cabin just outside of town. It was a perfect size for the three of us, each having our own room to spread out a bit while still having enough living space for us all to watch a movie in the living room at once.
The location is very convenient to town and is just a short trip down the highway to get to the main shops and restaurants. The neighborhood is nice, too. They have rules around "quiet times" and things like no smoking which makes it extra nice, especially for those with little ones (not that anyone was doing much yelling or anything while we were there). Having the river just outside the door is nice too. We enjoyed our coffee out on the porch several mornings just listening to it go past.
This one is definitely recommended!
10.0
Wonderful stay at Aspen Brook!
We loved this cabin! It is clean and cozy! It had everything we needed for our week stay. Being from Texas, we loved the great ceiling fan in the living room that moved air around the whole cabin. We would definitely stay in this cabin again!
10.0
Wonderful Family Vacation
We had a wonderful stay at Aspen Brook. The layout of the cabin worked perfectly for our family. Easy access to RMNP and town. We will definitely stay here again!
10.0
Great location and perfect for families
We loved staying in this cabin! It was a great location, just minutes from the entrance to the park and close to downtown. It was immaculately clean and had everything we needed for the week. We can't wait to come back!
10.0
Wonderful property
Our family of 5 loved this cabin! It was the perfect size, well stocked and clean. The remodeled bathrooms were great for cleaning up after a long day of hiking. The property managers are fantastic! They are very responsive and helpful.
We were unaware of the timed entry permit system required to enter RMNP and they were sold out so the close proximity to the back entrance was a life saver. However, if you do not want the extra hiking daily, make sure you get your timed entry permits online on the first of the month prior to the month of your trip! This is very important.
Also, note that the cabin does not have A/C. The mountains get cool at night and you have to keep windows opens and create a cross draft in order to keep from being too hot at night. (We were there in July) The upstairs bedrooms take longer to cool as you can imagine even with windows open. This didn't affect us too much and the owners provide fans for every room but I think it is worth mentioning for those who have trouble sleeping in warmer conditions. I believe this is the case with most cabins there.
Overall, our family could not have been more pleased with this property and its management. If you are visiting the Rocky Mountains and need a place to stay this cabin will not disappoint.
10.0
Amazing Rocky Mountain stay
Stayed at the cabin for a long weekend trip in the Rocky Mountains! Great location right outside downtown Estes and main park entrance super clean property with all the amenities! Very dialed in process for everything! Would highly recommend! Can't wait to go back one day! Thanks for the great memories!
10.0
Excellent house
Everything was wonderful at the house. Very clean. Smart TV in the family room. Internet was fast enough for multiple people. I have stayed in three different houses at this property over a period of around 15 years and have never been disappointed. The weather was warmer than normal when we were there so the lack of AC was a tiny bit of an issue, but we knew that was the case before we booked. Highly recommend!
10.0
Rocky Mountain High
An amazing 6 nights in the Rocky Mountain High cabin at Aspen Brook! The cabin location is fantastic for access to the RMNP as well as downtown Estes Park. The unit was incredibly clean, well stocked and very comfortable. Tamara and Stormy, the property managers are fantastic! Great communication before arrival, helpful throughout our stay ( dropping off a shovel and snowshoes when we had 8” of snow in May). We hope to have the chance to stay there again!
10.0
Great Getaway
The cabin was perfect for our little weekend getaway. It was very clean and we felt safe being there during the pandemic. There were plenty of stocked items for our use during the stay, and we took advantage of the provided laundry detergent, dish washing detergent, etc. Would be nice to have a few more kitchen towels and a little softer sheets/bedding, but they were great for the couple of nights we were there. Thank you!
10.0
Awesome location
Very kind property management and amazing, walkable proximity to RMCP. The place was spotless.
10.0
Fabulous
Top end property near Estes Park.
10.0
Wonderful
The property was just what we expected it to be and even better. The property manager, Tamara, was very friendly. Even though we arrived late at night we were able to find our unit and parking. We are very hopeful we will be able to visit this property many times in the future.
10.0
Beautiful and Clean!
Aspen Brook and Tammy were wonderful! The cabin was extremely clean and well maintained. We loved being right next to the river and we were able to hike directly to RMNP (Moraine Park). We were even greeted by three elk upon checkin. We will definitely be back!
10.0
Great get-away!
Tammora and James took great care to call us before arrival and when we were departing to thank us for our stay! The condo was so well-stocked and clean. We will be coming back next year and would refer anyone stay here. We were 5 minutes to the entrance of RMNP and 5 minutes to downtown Estes Park. Convenient to grocery store and restaurants. Sitting on the deck and listening to the river was a perfect way to end the day!
10.0
Great place
Was an excellent place to stay - incredibly clean, well located, well-Equipped kitchen, plenty of room for everyone. Nice to be near the river and so close to RMNP. Tamara and her husband were friendly, helpful, kind, and incredibly gracious.
10.0
Estes Park 2020
Excellent location with easy access to RMNP and Big Thompson River. The property manager was so helpful!! Did not know what to expect with the property during this time but it was so clean.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Estes Park?
The average price for a rental in Estes Park is $423 per night. This rental is $387 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat'l Park. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat'l Park pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat'l Park?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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