Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
60 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Estes Park
Located in Aspen Brook, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Murphey's Mountain Park and Moraine Park Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Moraine Park Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Historic Estes Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
The Stanley Hotel - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
Getting around
Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
Coffee on the Rocks - 5 min drive
YMCA: Aspen Dining Hall - 18 min walk
Full Throttle Distillery - 8 min drive
Penelope's Old Time Burgers - 7 min drive
Estes Park Brewery - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat`l Park
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!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Riverfront Home w/ Hot Tub, Walk Into Nat'l Park Estes Park
273279
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Aspen Brook, close to Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel. You'll also find Beaver Meadows Visitor Center and Trout Haven Fishing Pond within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat`l Park?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat`l Park?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat`l Park?
Yes, every accommodation at River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat`l Park comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain or water views.
River, Hot Tub, King Beds, Walk Into Nat`l Park Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 53 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
KSU F.
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relax on the deck and listen to the river! Hot tub was clean. Place was nice with plenty of room. Host was very helpful on check in/check out.
KSU F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teresa D.
Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was nice. The home is beautiful and great location!! The house has everything you need. It was clean and comfortable
Teresa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jose B.
Sep 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home that exceeded our expectations. Will be staying again!
Jose B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynn H.
Aug 17, 2025
Lynn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Douglas P.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and very well stocked! We hope to stay again in the future. We loved the hot tub!!
Douglas P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jerome S.
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
We enjoyed our stay! Thank you!
Jerome S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bob and Jessie F., Kiowa, CO
Dec 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gymnastics Trip
We stayed at the property for the Colorado State Gymnastics meet. Two families, including 4 parents and 6 kids total (Ages 6-12). The home fit us all very well, and it was a great place to relax and prepare for the meet. The home had everything we needed to be able to cook meals and everyone was comfortable and happy. SO much better than multiple hotel rooms, and much more value for the dollar. We all had plenty of room and privacy, but also had gathering areas that were perfect for our group. We were very happy with the condition of the home, and the communication leading up to check-in as well as check-out was top notch. Thank you for making your home available and for providing an environment for a very memorable Gymnastics Trip.
Bob and Jessie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
DEANNE M.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Aspen Brook Home
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.
DEANNE M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beverley K.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic house in Estes Park
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.
Beverley K.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christopher G.
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A+ Location A+ comfort
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.
Christopher G.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen B.
Dec 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin with EVERYTHING provided
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.
Kathleen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stan G., Brigham City, Utah
Jun 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Teana L.
Oct 31, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Teana L.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Heidi L.
Oct 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home!
We had a wonderful time!
Heidi L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
S D.
Sep 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
S D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dave C.
Aug 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Dave C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chris C.
Aug 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Chris C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brooke R.
Aug 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Brooke R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brad W.
Jul 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Brad W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
Jul 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Melissa B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gina B.
Jul 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Gina B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Eric G.
Jul 8, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Eric G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ben T.
Jun 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Ben T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Abigail R.
May 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Abigail R.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kira K.
Mar 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!