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Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6989 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051

We are excited to welcome you to Estes Park, our little piece of paradise. We hope to provide you with an exceptional vacation experience.

This unique rental has two separate cabins on one property, each with one bedroom, one bath, and living area. The larger "Smiling Elk" has a full modern kitchen with a wonderful gas stove, full bath, queen bed, sleeper sofa, washer/dryer, and a wood-burning fireplace. Free high-speed broadband internet. Use your own streaming apps. We provide all linens, towels, a stocked kitchen, and toiletries. The kitchen includes coffee, tea, paper goods, and all the dishes and cooking equipment you may need. There is also a crock pot so you can have dinner ready and waiting when you return from the day's activities. The photo of this cabin can be deceiving. The door on the left is the bedroom, and the door on the right is the living room. The bedroom is accessed from inside, and the exterior door is rarely used. In the past, this cabin may have been two units. During the warm months, we install a window air conditioner in the living room, and there is always a ceiling fan in the bedroom.

The smaller and adorable "Little Bear" has a partial kitchen (sink, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker), 3/4 bath with tiled shower, two twin beds, and a sleeper sofa. This cabin also has a flat-screen TV and free high-speed broadband internet.

This property is ideal for couples, friends, or small families. It is situated near the west side of town, with easy access to Rocky Mountain National Park, yet only three miles from downtown. Several restaurants, coffee shops, miniature golf, and groceries are within walking distance. A free shuttle to downtown stops nearby every hour, so you could leave the driving to others and just enjoy the ride.

Enjoy a backyard BBQ on the gas grill, or visit nearby local's favorite Smokin' Dave's BBQ. Coffee on the Rocks is open early if you prefer to have your coffee prepared for you. All of these are just down the street and around the corner. Country Market has groceries, gas, and great ice cream. The well-known Bird & Jim restaurant is a short drive or walk, accessible without navigating the downtown traffic.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have about the Estes Park area and Rocky Mountain National Park, including local favorites, day hike suggestions, etc. Just give us a call before or during your stay. We want your vacation to be full of good memories, and will do what we can do to make that happen.

Please plan to bring your own reusable water bottles. Estes Park has award-winning water, and we hope you'll enjoy it's freshness. In an effort to be environmentally friendly, we discourage you from purchasing water in single-use plastic bottles.

If these cabins aren't available the dates you desire, please check out our other property that's right downtown - VRBO # 471009 - Riverwalk Loft Condos.

We look forward to being your hosts in Estes Park!

Property manager

Scott and Karen Thompson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No shoking of any kind.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 989 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Note from host: No pets allowed to accomodate guests are allergic.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: With supervision.

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 deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Perfect Couples Friends Small Families. License 3051 Cabin
Perfect Couples Friends Small Families. License 3051 Estes Park
Perfect Couples Friends Small Families. License 3051
Perfect Couples Friends Small
Perfect for Couples Friends Small Families. License #3051

About the area

Map
Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Trout Haven Fishing Pond - 14 min walk
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 4 min drive
  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min drive
  • The Stanley Hotel - 7 min drive
  • Stanley Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rock Cut Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051 ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051 ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051 located?

Situated in Estes Park, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Backbone Adventures and Rocky Mountain National Park. The Stanley Hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 123 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DeWitt F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation ever!
This was the best vacation our family has ever had. The location was very convenient to downtown Estes Park as well as Rocky mountain national Park. The double cabins were the perfect situation for my wife and kids and I, and my mother and father-in-law that joined us on our trip it let us spend time together, while at the same time having our own space. Everything you could possibly need was already stocked in the cabins to include utensils, cookware, laundry supplies, etc. We would definitely like to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Estes Joy
These cabins were everything we needed/expected for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location!
Clean, comfortable, easy access, plenty of parking, quiet neighborhood. Friendly owners who communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 cabins - Perfect for a family with teens
We loved staying in these beautiful cabins for the week! The proximity to the park was key as we were able to quickly start our morning hikes or see sunrise and sunset and take an afternoon nap to recharge when needed. It was about 10 minutes to get through the park entrance and the Bear Lake timed entry check point, without traffic. The beds were comfortable and the cabins well stocked with everything we needed. Our daughter was able to take advantage of the trolley stop close by one day after shopping in Estes. The owners quickly responded to any questions we had leading up to our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
My partner and I were in Estes Park for the hiking mostly. This cabin was perfect for our needs. It was a great place to recharge after a long day on the trails. We appreciated the A/C in this cabin as it was very hot for the first part of our stay. We also appreciated the location as it is close to the park and to downtown. Scott and Karen were excellent hosts. SUPER communicative and gave us lots of recommendations for places to eat and how to avoid the construction downtown. Five stars. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, comfortable, and cozy stay
Our family loved staying in these cabins. We have older children and they thought it was so fun to be able to stay in a separate cabin from the grown ups. It was close to RMNP and conveniently located to a small market and an incredibly delicious deli/bakery called "Scratch." We also saw plenty of nature (little rabbits, birds, and elk) in the yard as well. The owners were super responsive when we had questions, though most things were self-explanatory. They had huge washers and dryers in the very spacious bathroom in the main cabin. What a great bonus after hiking at RMNP! The owners also stock with essentials like laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and even makeup remover. The only caveat I would give to these cabins is that the main cabin has a fairly small kitchen that is well stocked with dishes and utensils, but had only a small and pretty damaged collection of pots, trays, etc.. We were able to do some minimal cooking, but not the way we are used to with most VRBOS we stay at. If you are planning on doing a lot of indoor cooking, this may not be the place for you. For everyone else, I'd highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabins with elk in the yard!
We loved the cabins! Far above our expectations. Clean and comfortable with everything we needed. In the afternoon 7or 8 grazed and lounged in the yard next door. We will defiantly stay again and recommend them a to everyone! The hosts were great and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
It was a wonderful stay in a very cozy cabin. Was exciting to see so much wildlife activity so close to the cabin. Very memorable experince for me and my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back again!
This was our second stay here, and it was excellent both times. The location could not be better for spending time in RMNP. The cabins are in a quiet location and are in great shape. We’ve had turkeys, deer and elk in the yard. The hosts are very friendly and unfailingly helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Estes Park Stay
We visited Estes Park with our two college age kids. Having two cabins was great for each of us to have our own space. The cabins were super clean, the beds comfortable, and The Smiling Elk was well stocked. We loved the location-close to the main park entrance and restaurants/grocery store without having to go into Downtown, but also close to downtown when needed. We had a minor issue of a smoke detector needing a battery change, and the owners took care of it right away. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H., Overland Park, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families
Plenty of room to spread out of you have family traveling with you. Nice to have washer/dryer in house. We’ll-stocked pantry for spices and such. All bathroom necessities provided. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We loved these cabins. They were clean, gave everyone the space they needed, and were perfectly located in Estes Park and near Rocky Mountain National Park. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family fun
Our family trip of 5 with 3 teenagers who really enjoyed having two cabins. The location of the cabins and responsiveness of the owners was great. We have been to Estes Park 15 separate times in the summer, having A/C for this trip made it very comfortable. Both cabins are well supplied with appliances, kitchen supplies and toiletries. Rooms were clean and well stocked with linens. The sleeper sofa in the main cabin was very comfortable. Enjoyed the wildlife on the property and the wildlife passing through. Outside was quiet and easy to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
We had a great time exploring Estes Park and these little cabins were so close to everything. My teenagers loved having a little of their own space in the evenings. The owners of these cabins have provided so much, we never didn’t have something we needed. My only suggestion is the mattresses could be updated to something more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet location, large unit
Nice, large room with plenty of space. Much appreciated the washer and dryer! Not in the heart of town, but still quiet and close to things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest and relax!
The location of the cabin is great! We found that we tried to stay as much as possible on the same side of town and avoided the busy downtown. Perfect access to RMNP and many restaurants as well. The cabin was extremely clean and welcoming. The owners are great at communicating and taking any feedback and implementing that feedback right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
My sister, cousin and I loved our stay at the Little Bear cabins while we explored Rocky Mountain National Park and the Estes Park area. We especially liked the full kitchen, as we were able to cook together after a day of hiking and exploring. The cabins were quiet and the wifi worked well. Hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Sunny F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Cabin was clean but lacking window coverings on door on both cabins. We were two single gals staying alone in each cabin. Made it a bit uncomfortable going to the potty at night. Cabin was well supplied and convenient to town, just not much of a view. They ask us to text when we were leaving, we did and also messaged on the app. No response, none.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful mountain retreat!
Clean as a pin, cozy and perfect! Beautiful location and great accommodations. Wildlife everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient to everything
Me and my family really enjoyed staying at this cabin We'll come back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
We really enjoyed our stay. The teens enjoyed having their own little cabin and staying up late to play games. My husband and I enjoyed the privacy of having our own cabin. Everything was so clean which is extremely important to me. The location was perfect for getting to both Estes park in town and the RMNP. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabins!
Very clean and nice cabins, and the location is just a short drive to downtown Estes Park!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy M., Midland, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
The perfect place for our 4 night stay to hike in the Rockies. So close to the entrance to RMNP and still so quiet. Very well equipped for a small cabin. The bed in the main cabin was extremely comfortable. We cooked all meals in the cabin and had everything we needed. The smaller cabin was perfect for our two adult sons who came up from Denver for a night to hike with us. We were surprised to find plush towels and ample parking . Out last night there we were lucky to have a beautiful buck in the front yard . Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
This was our second stay during Elk Fest weekend, and we had a great time. The cabins are clean and well stocked, and they're also super cozy and relaxing. We loved having room spread out a bit. Karen is a lovely host and we hope to come back soon! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022