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Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP!

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Guests can enjoy outdoor dining or relaxation on this covered deck overlooking the natural landscape.
Stroll along the winding path to a serene lawn surrounded by mature trees and lush shrubs.
Property grounds
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by lounge chairs in a serene garden setting.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101426 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP!

Welcome to the Chestnut Chalet, a stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bath townhome in the heart of nature! Perched right on the river and just ½ mile from the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, this beautifully designed retreat offers the ultimate Colorado experience. With an updated kitchen, spacious living room, and thoughtfully arranged bedrooms across three floors, there’s room for everyone to unwind and enjoy. Whether you’re here for adventure or relaxation, the Chestnut Chalet is your perfect home base.

Here’s what makes this townhome unforgettable:
🏡 Spacious 4-bedroom layout across three floors, ideal for families or groups
🏞️ Prime riverfront location with soothing water views and sounds
🌲 Just ½ mile to Rocky Mountain National Park—nature’s playground awaits
👑 First floor: Two cozy bedrooms with queen beds and a shared bath
🍳 Second floor: Updated kitchen and bright living room for gathering
🔥 Cool retro wood-burning fireplace in the living room for cozy nights
🛏️ Third floor primary suite: Luxurious king bed for ultimate comfort
🏠 Third floor bunk room: Two full beds plus a twin, perfect for kids or extra guests, with another shared bath
🏊 Community swimming pool open Memorial Day to Labor Day for a refreshing dip
✨ Modern updates paired with chalet charm for a warm, inviting vibe

Property manager

Darin Glenn

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,426 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 20-NCD0347

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Townhome Right on the River 1/2 Mile From Rmnp!
Large Townhome on the River, 1/2 mile from RMNP! Estes Park

About the area

Map
Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Fall River Visitor Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fall River Entrance Station - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP!?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP! on Aug 10, 2025 start from CA $427.96, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP! located?

This family-friendly Estes Park vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Fall River Hydroplant and Rocky Mountain National Park. Fall River Visitor Center and Fall River Entrance Station are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Large Riverfront Townhome, 1/2 Mile from RMNP! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

Vacation

It was a wonderful stay and plenty of room for everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tamara O.

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

Riverfront Townhome

I stayed at this location with my husband, brother and his wife, our teenagers, and my 80 year old parents. There was ample room to each have a bed yet gather together for meals and games. The river right out the window was lovely. There is no bathroom on the main level which makes it challenging for older people. The host was a great communicator.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

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

Wonderful stay

It was a well kept, beautiful location. The sound of the river at night gave me the best sleep in years. We so much enjoyed everything about this trip to EP this year. We are making it a yearly event!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Great location, had everything we needed

We enjoyed our stay very much, the property was in a great location and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. The kids enjoyed the loft space and pool. Communication was excellent with the property owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

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

Estes

Great location, great response from owner. This unit has lots of steeps so be prepared. We loved being right beside Fall River.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth D.

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

Fantastic stay

The stay was amazing. Few broken things and dirty/dusty floors. Missing smoke alarm in main bedroom and several with low batteries going off in middle of the night. But overall an amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth L.

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

Family trip

Served our purpose. Few things needed repairing. Overall good place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dennis L., Monroe City

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

wedding venue

Plenty of parking. 2 minutes from RMNP east entrance. Short drive to Estes Park. Seats about 5 people comfortably in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Estes Vacation

Property was great! The beds were extremely comfortabe. Loved listening to the river. The only issues were Keurig machine was broken and the host did not respond to my email when we had trouble getting in the house initially.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

Awesome NYE Getaway!

We had two families with 5 children stay for a fun NYE getaway. We had plenty of room for everyone, with the most comfortable beds and privacy! We were all able to gather around the table and eat together and the HUGE TV was perfect for watching football and cuddling up by the wood burning fireplace. Being right on the river was beautiful! The location was perfect... 5 minutes from downtown Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel, yet just far enough out to feel secluded in the woods. Darin was very responsive, although we did not need anything from him. I would highly recommend staying at the Chestnut Chalet.

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

The best - location, size, owner communication!

This is a prime location with room for a very large group. It is right on Fall River with a patio and 2 decks that are riverside. The owner is very communicative with helpful info and quick answer to inquiries. The only thing that you need to know - if you have people with mobility issues, there are two sets of stairs to negotiate. The kitchen, dining, living room are on the 2nd floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janet F.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

3 generational stay: 9 family members

Property size and location was very nice. Property itself definitely needed updating and many improvements. Communication with the owner prior to arrival was excellent. We needed immediate communication with the owner after arrival for additional bedding. We sent three emails, two phone calls, and a text message between 6 and 10 PM and never heard anything back. Response came the next morning. Additional bedding was provided and the broken garbage disposal was fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

melina s.

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

Great location to RMNP

The location of the condo on the river was wonderful. I often have the back door open just to hear the sound. The space was comfortable enough for all nine of us and the quick car ride to the Fall River entrance was great. There is construction on that road which makes traveling in and out of it frustrating but that can’t be helped. The only small problem we ran into was running out of simple necessities like toilet paper and not having enough utensils without having to run the dishwasher every night. Communication was a little bit frustrating as well with the manager not answering his phone and not getting back to messages left on the Vrbo site. Overall, those are small issues. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

River getaway

Beautiful cottage on the river and easily town accessibility
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell P.

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

Annual Friend Reunion

My friends and I get together once a year with our significant others to catch up and have a good time. We all loved this property and the home itself was very well kept! I personally have stayed all over Estes in many places and this is one of my all time favorites. We had everything we needed and then some. Working with the owner was a breeze and his daily messages show his care and dedication to giving us a great trip. 10/10 stay and I would go back in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro O.

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

Gateway to the Rockies

Great location just 5 minutes from the entrance to RMNP. We had elk in front of the unit almost daily. The kids enjoyed hiking early in the morning and spending hours in the afternoon in the pool. The owner was great in communicating with us and answered all our questions quickly. The unit is large and it was clean. Can very comfortably fit 10 people and have plenty of space for everyone to enjoy. We grilled a couple of times on the public grills by the river right outside of the unit and the kids enjoyed getting in the river and playing while doing so. Definitely recommend for families, I am sure that during the winter this is also a magical location. In general, close to Estes close to the hiking trails and nice place to stay with the family and large groups.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nitin G.

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

Great location and host

The location is amazing with great river views and close proximity to both rocky mountain natl park and the town. The lodge itself is a bit old and could use some love - chairs outside were not clean, kitchen could benefit from more utensils and wine glasses. That said, communication with host was very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

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

Great stay on the River

We keep coming back- the location to Estes Park and the Rocky Mountain National Park is perfect. Falling to sleep hearing the rushing river is wonderful. Seeing all the wildlife is so exciting. This townhouse has all you need and is comfortable and perfect for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica G., Cheyenne, USA

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

Fun family getaway close to RMNP and Estes!

We had a marvelous long holiday weekend here!! Our kids loved the stream behind the property and a large bull elk hung out in and around the front yard, which was AMAZING. We had easy access to hike in RMNP and all the fun of downtown Estes. This is an absolutely perfect location. Master bedroom mattress is super comfy and all 4 of our kids were able to pile into the kids bedroom comfortably. Had 2 other family members with us who were comfortable on the lower level, and we loved being able to hang out together in the common space on the middle level. The upstairs gets a little hot at night even with the windows open, so would recommend using the fans tucked away in the closets that we didn't notice until our last day. Lol 🤦‍♀️ Overall, we highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable mountain getaway close to all the attractions in and around RMNP. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARY E.

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

Family Vacation

Some items need to be taken care of/ repaired. Location is great for both Estes Park & RMNP.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

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

Great Stay

We had a great time. The place was really great. The cleaning crew was behind a bit and forgot a few restocking items but it was no big deal at all, and the property manager was super responsive. This place is perfect for a larger group. Close to one of the Rocky Entrances and a short drive into town. The added bonus were the hummingbirds on the porches. With the feeder out we were able to watch them up close. The river behind the place was awesome as well and made for great white noise for sleeping. Also several elk adventuring around the property. I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

arun g k.

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

Excellent Stay

Very convenient location, next to the park and close to the town
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

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

Estes Park at its Best

We keep coming back to this townhouse: plenty of space, close to town, closer to RMNP, creekside, plenty of balconies, elk sitings on property mornings and evenings. The facility has anything you might need, the owner responds in a timely manner. This townhouse is completely and wonderfully comfortable- more for the rustic seeker than the luxury seeker.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel J.

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

Great location, very spacious

This is a well-located property with tons of space. The bedrooms are all generously sized and there is plenty of room in the main living room to accommodate a large family or group of couples/families. We love to hike, so being 1 mile from RMNP was a huge plus. Also loved opening the back door and hearing the River just steps away. Yes, the decor is a bit “retro” but that kind of adds to the charm :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021