Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing
House in Estes Park, CO
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Estes Park Vacation Rental License #6021
This home was a former model home with Builder claimed "best views in the entire development"!!
Riverbend Lodge is perfectly situated with prime upstream and downstream views of the Big Thompson River. Top it all off with the backdrop of Prospect Mountain and a snowcap view of Long's Peak from the deck; and you have the perfect Rocky Mountain retreat.
From Riverbend Lodge it is just a short walk into the Town of Estes Park and an easy 1.5 mile drive to the Beaver Meadows entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park.
The main level great room has a gas fireplace to gather at with river and mountain views all around...no artwork needed on these walls! This is simply the ideal family gathering place with its adjoining fully equipped kitchen and dining room area. Gaze out to take in the perfectly clear Colorado sky, river and mountain views!!
From the great room you can step out to a fantastic deck to enjoy excellent mountain views along with the sights and sounds of the Big Thompson River! Take it all in while enjoying a cup of morning coffee, evening glass of wine, reading a good book or cooking dinner on the gas grill!
The cozy master bedroom en suite is also located on the main level. Open the windows and let the sounds of the Big Thompson lull you to sleep.
A second family room is located in the lower level along with 2 bedrooms (one queen bed and 2 twins) and a full bath. From this level you can walk-out onto the covered patio and spot elk and other wildlife moseying along the Big Thompson River! Or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the view!
A two car attached garage space comes with this rental. There is also a main floor laundry room.
As our guest you will enjoy access to HOA-shared common fishing areas along the Big Thompson river.
Wildlife sightings abound with frequent visits from elk, deer, wild turkeys and even an occasional bobcat.
Need we go on... Riverbend Lodge is perfect in every way... not just another vacation rental but a perfect mountain home!
**The rentals for this home are managed by Mark and Sue Werder (aka Good Neighbor Vacation Rentals) who live just a few miles away and are available to assist you with your stay! **
** The occupancy for this home is 8 total if at least 2 are children or 6 total if all adults. The 8 total includes day guests who must be approved by the manager. No weddings or other group events**
**Our cancellation policy is stated below. If you have any concern that you (or someone traveling with you) will not able to come because of possible future medical reasons (including Covid) and/or for some other reason then we suggest that you take out a trip insurance plan that would cover that potential situation
**This home is located in a Firewise certified community. There is no smoking permitted anywhere in or around this home and/or anywhere on the HOA shared grounds. Absolutely no charcoal grill or campfires permitted.
This home was a former model home with Builder claimed "best views in the entire development"!!
Riverbend Lodge is perfectly situated with prime upstream and downstream views of the Big Thompson River. Top it all off with the backdrop of Prospect Mountain and a snowcap view of Long's Peak from the deck; and you have the perfect Rocky Mountain retreat.
From Riverbend Lodge it is just a short walk into the Town of Estes Park and an easy 1.5 mile drive to the Beaver Meadows entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park.
The main level great room has a gas fireplace to gather at with river and mountain views all around...no artwork needed on these walls! This is simply the ideal family gathering place with its adjoining fully equipped kitchen and dining room area. Gaze out to take in the perfectly clear Colorado sky, river and mountain views!!
From the great room you can step out to a fantastic deck to enjoy excellent mountain views along with the sights and sounds of the Big Thompson River! Take it all in while enjoying a cup of morning coffee, evening glass of wine, reading a good book or cooking dinner on the gas grill!
The cozy master bedroom en suite is also located on the main level. Open the windows and let the sounds of the Big Thompson lull you to sleep.
A second family room is located in the lower level along with 2 bedrooms (one queen bed and 2 twins) and a full bath. From this level you can walk-out onto the covered patio and spot elk and other wildlife moseying along the Big Thompson River! Or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the view!
A two car attached garage space comes with this rental. There is also a main floor laundry room.
As our guest you will enjoy access to HOA-shared common fishing areas along the Big Thompson river.
Wildlife sightings abound with frequent visits from elk, deer, wild turkeys and even an occasional bobcat.
Need we go on... Riverbend Lodge is perfect in every way... not just another vacation rental but a perfect mountain home!
**The rentals for this home are managed by Mark and Sue Werder (aka Good Neighbor Vacation Rentals) who live just a few miles away and are available to assist you with your stay! **
** The occupancy for this home is 8 total if at least 2 are children or 6 total if all adults. The 8 total includes day guests who must be approved by the manager. No weddings or other group events**
**Our cancellation policy is stated below. If you have any concern that you (or someone traveling with you) will not able to come because of possible future medical reasons (including Covid) and/or for some other reason then we suggest that you take out a trip insurance plan that would cover that potential situation
**This home is located in a Firewise certified community. There is no smoking permitted anywhere in or around this home and/or anywhere on the HOA shared grounds. Absolutely no charcoal grill or campfires permitted.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Estes Park, CO
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful facility, very helpful host. Right on the river!!!!!!! Practical and comfortable lodging. Absolutely spectacular backdrop on the river. Well set up kitchen and rooms. (Bring shampoo!!!). Outdoor deck and barbeque were an appreciated adjunct to the trip. We cooked a lot and found the kitchen very useful and well appointed w appliances and cooking utensils. Tv had plenty of apps and was easy to cast to.
The host was very nice and readily available. I was very appreciative for their ready help any time I had a question! (This was my very first VRBO!!!)
And did I mention, right on the river!!!!!! Loved sitting out on the deck watching the river flow!
10.0 / 10.0
My family of 4 spent 6 nights at this property for our vacation. The property is well maintained, clean and thoughtfully appointed. The location is very convenient to both town and the park. It is exactly as advertised. We were very comfortable and will definitely plan to return again.
10.0 / 10.0
This is one of the best vacation rentals we’ve stayed in. It is exactly as pictured and described, very well appointed, and has everything you would need. Communication was excellent and we appreciated the bonus tips about grocery shopping, etc. The babbling river and wildlife make for an idyllic experience.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home located on the river with some amazing views and peace & quiet. House was well stocked with everything you need. Went to the fireworks show and it is one of the best we have seen! Would go back again & again! Sue does a wonderful job managing the property!
10.0 / 10.0
This is our second stay in Riverbend Lodge. The entire home is well stocked with amenities, clean, beautiful, situated perfectly along the Big Thompson River, and on the western side of Estes Park to make day trips in to RMNP a breeze. Perfect for families with young kids or a group of adults. The deck and wildlife are an added bonus. Beautiful walking path along the river to get coffee and breakfast. 10/10 would recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
My first thought when seeing the place in person was, "How much do they want for it?" Great spot, quiet, nice view of woods and stream, comfortable, spacious, close to RMN park but also a lot of great places to eat.
10.0 / 10.0
Our stay at Riverbend Lodge in Estes Park was delightful! Our group was three siblings (all in our 70’s) who were gathering for 5 days to go through thousands of family photos to reminisce and organize the photos for future generations. We grew up in Colorado and wanted to enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of a mountain setting while “working”. This home was everything we hoped for. It was beautifully designed, and we were never without a gorgeous view of the mountains and river. The walking path between the river and the house was perfect for a quick break to enjoy the fresh mountain air. We decided to cook “at home” for most of our meals and found the kitchen to be well stocked with everything we needed. Each of us left feeling that we would enjoy bringing our own families here – the location, proximity to town and to RMNP, and amenities in the house would make it easy to host multiple generations. Matching the perfect “score” for the house, we also felt very fortunate to have Sue as the property manager. She was friendly, helpful, and responsive - both in advance of and during our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
From the beautiful spotless home, the gorgeous view of the icy creek, to the wonderful management, our stay at the Riverbend Lodge was AMAZING! We couldn't have picked a nicer place to stay while exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. You can't go wrong booking this property. We had a wonderful time enjoying the view while sitting in front of the gas fireplace. And Sue was so accommodating and helpful during our stay! By far, our best experience renting a vacation home!
10.0 / 10.0
This property is so well-maintained! It felt super cozy and the views were spectacular! It snowed while we were there and it felt like we were in a snow globe! The driveway and sidewalk were both cleared very early in the morning, which made it very nice to be able to go grab coffee! We also enjoyed that the kitchen was well-stocked with pots, pans, utensils, and prep bowls! We are already planning our trip for the summer to come back! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful stay. The house was beautiful, clean, with a wonderful view on the river. The house had everything we need and the location was. very convenient. The owners were friendly, welcoming and very helpful. It was a perfect place for my family to get together for the Thanksgiving holiday.
10.0 / 10.0
This house is amazing. Gorgeous views from the deck and main living area. Very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Hosts were available 24/7 and also provided helpful tips and recommendations.
10.0 / 10.0
This was our second visit to this property. Sue is wonderful and helpful. We love the location and the comfortable, clean property. We’ll hopefully be back!
10.0 / 10.0
This location right on the river is amazing.
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed in this property in 2020 during COVID...returned 3 years later and the place was perfect again. Created even more memories as a family. The river behind the house is beautiful. We saw elk and deer every morning and night. We want to return in the winter to see the snow! I can't say enough about Sue's communication...she is wonderful. THE BEST!
10.0 / 10.0
Words cannot describe this property. The house was extremely nice. Open floor plan, good size bedrooms and bathes. Perfect location to downtown Estes Park and even closer to Rocky Mountain National Park. But the view of the Big Thompson is the show stopper. And the property manager Sue, is the best I have had……
10.0 / 10.0
Riverbend is tastefully decorated, meticulously well kept, and fully stocked with all essentials - kitchen items, linens, toys for kids, pack n play, baby gate, high chair. The gorgeous riverfront property gave us amazing peace in the outdoors and boasted several wildlife visitors including elk and mule deer! Propert managers were fantastic to work with and so welcoming. Situated right in Estes Park close to restaurants and groceries but also only 5 minutes from RMNP entrance and welcome center. Easy walk from the house to get coffee. Really could not have been more perfect for our family! 5 stars!
10.0 / 10.0
We have been coming to Estes for years now and this was by far our favorite. The location was awesome with the river, plus close proximity to both RMNP and downtown. We would highly recommend (just please not towards the end of May so we can come back :-).
10.0 / 10.0
It was easy and beautiful! Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
The home is very beautiful. Very scenic location and the view of the river is so peaceful. Kitchen is well stocked with equipment if you choose to stay in for meals. Location is very convenient for checking out town and local restaurants. Extremely close to RMNP as well. Property manager was very kind and gave wonderful recommendations for hikes and restaurants. Hard to leave but we will be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Easy to rent and adjust dates
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed here in February. Some shops were closed but that is to be expected. Many were open. Property was absolutely gorgeous and in a prime location for views and access to everything. Interior decor is immaculate and everything was provided that was needed. We will definitely be back.
10.0 / 10.0
This was our first mountain getaway and I must say it was amazing! It was like a winter wonderland. The cabin is cozy and luxurious. You can tell it's maintained well. It's equipped with everything you need. The town is beautiful and the people are pleasant. We can't wait to return back.
10.0 / 10.0
This place is outstanding! The pictures of our view for the week didn’t come close to waking up there. Impeccably clean, stocked and 3 minutes from the square. While it is close to the square, you are surrounded by trees, river and privacy. We plan to return! Thank you for a great stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Our family of 7 adults enjoyed a week long stay at the lovely location. It was exceptionally well stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Management was always just a text away. They even shoveled the walkway after a good snow.
10.0 / 10.0
Sue was wonderful to work with from the beginning. She offered several suggestions to make the most of our time in Estes Park. Since our stay was over the Thanksgiving holiday, she suggested several alternatives for grocery shopping to avoid large crowds and limited inventory. The house was top notch and the views were beautiful! The neighbors were very friendly. Perfect location!
10.0 / 10.0
This was a perfect place , well maintained and had everything you need for a perfect stay.
10.0 / 10.0
We spent a week in this lovely house and enjoyed every minute. It was very clean. All necessities and more were provided. . Being by the Big Thompson was such a treat! Deer, elk and even an eagle were among our “visitors”. Viewing the night sky from the deck was breathtaking. Hope we can enjoy this house again one day.
10.0 / 10.0
We spent a long weekend here and it was just perfect. The location on the river is so peaceful and it is super convenient to Rocky Mountain National Park as well as all the shops and restaurants. The hosts were so helpful not only with house questions but also with helpful tips for the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and can’t wait to return to this beautiful place!
10.0 / 10.0
I cannot say enough good things about this property. We have been coming to Estes for years, and this was by far our favorite property at which we've ever stayed. The location right by the river does not disappoint; it was so fun to walk the walking path outside with our kids in the evenings and meet fun and enjoyable neighbors. We also saw two huge herds of elk right outside our cabin during our stay and a LOT of mule deer! In addition to all of these things, we LOVE how close it is to town but yet you still feel as though you're 'out' of town. It's just perfect. And a bonus for young families - this home is stocked with so many fun toys for the little ones! Our kids had an absolute BLAST, and this mom so appreciated the family touches like having kids-sized utensils, kids' plastic colored plates and cups, and amazingly nice snap-tight tupperware containers to store food during our stay. Everything was immaculate, and the kitchen is stocked with every type of cooking utensil you could possibly need. We were so impressed by this home and will definitely be back - possibly twice next year instead of only our usual annual visit. Sue and Mark were extremely easy to get a hold of, and we so appreciate the great customer service. Thank you for sharing your home wtih us!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved being able to stay at this property right by the river. I feel like we could of found a better spot to stay along the river. So relaxing!
10.0 / 10.0
This property is clean, lovely and perfect for old and young. The river view and path was a favorite for great grandparents and for the little ones. The location is perfectly close to downtown and RMNP
5.0 / 10.0
Perfect location to explore RMNP and adorable town of Estes Park. The river running right outside is so lovely. Accommodation was incredibly clean, well stocked and very comfortable!
10.0 / 10.0
Everything about the property and process was great. Sue did a fantastic job in communicating with us throughout. I will definitely recommend this property!
10.0 / 10.0
I've stayed in a lot of VRBO's, and this one was my best (favorite) of all. Not only because of the amazing views, and perfect spot next to a beautiful flowing river, but because the property itself was amazing. From the cleanliness to the current technology for your entertainment and cell phone purposes. The beds were SO COMFORTABLE -- great for a good nights rest after a long hike in RMNP. The kitchen had the correct utensils and pans for a family to use when cooking at home. The Hostess was the most accommodating individual I've come across in all my experiences with VRBO. We plan to rent this property again in the future -- more Hostesses should be like this one. Worth every penny!
P.S. Elk came to the house for two evening visits -- amazing experience!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home with beautiful views and air conditioning
The house was great for us and our two adult children. Loved having the river flowing right behind the house. The air conditioning was fantastic as it was really hot in Estes Park in mid-July. Very good communication with the property manager.
10.0 / 10.0
Family time!
I just moved back here to Colorado after ten years in California. I loved getting to know my family better and it was so very peaceful, the kids loved the river and all the games you had there were great for the kids. Very well equipped rental. Excellent
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent place to stay
Excellent vacation home. Location is beautiful. House well stocked. Lovely inside.
10.0 / 10.0
Serenity on the river!
Best place to stay in Estes!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfection in Estes Park
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect property for our stay in Estes Park. The proximity to both RMNP and downtown Estes was ideal. It was a nice house, clean and had beautiful views. The logistics of renting and communication couldn’t have been better. Truly enjoyed our time!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and cabin
This place couldn’t have been any better. The cabin was big and in the perfect location. It is close to town but you still feel like your in the remote wilderness. I highly recommend. Also, the property manager followed up frequently. There were no issues, but it was nice to know how easily I could reach them.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Estes Park?
The average price for a rental in Estes Park is $288 per night. This rental is $175 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing. 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 Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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