Location: Fort Collins, Front Range, Colorado, USA (Located 14 miles northwest of Fort Collins, CO, near Bellvue)
Accommodations: Guest House, Lodge, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 7-11)
Elk Lodge Guest House has all the comforts of home without the distractions and offers privacy, incredible Colorado mountain scenery and wildlife viewing. The Lodge is FULLY equipped - from cooking utensils, to linens - all you need to bring is a sense of adventure (and maybe some food and drink). Soak in the outdoor hot tub, relax in the sauna, hang out on the deck in an oversize hammock ....
This spacious 2000 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath vacation home is located in northern Colorado, 14 miles west of Fort Collins, 65 miles north of Denver. It is on a secluded 123 acre parcel of land at an elevation of 7000 feet and is surrounded by forests and mountains.
The house has a rustic feel, yet has all the modern conveniences. Custom wood-work is throughout. The views from the 1000 square feet of deck are spectacular! You can hike and bike from the front door and will likely encounter wildlife - deer, elk, bobcats, mountain lions, bears, foxes and wild turkeys have been sighted in the mountains around this house.
The location is central to the best Northern Colorado has to offer. It is in Rist Canyon, a beautiful little canyon which is fun to explore - a nearby ranch offers horseback riding and other activities. The Lodge is 20 minutes away from the only Wild and Scenic designated river in Colorado, the Poudre River. You can follow this river valley up to the continental divide and enjoy hiking, camping and rafting along the way. Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park is less than 75 minutes away, 1 1/2 hours to ski resorts, minutes away from Lory State Park and Horsetooth Reservoir, 40 minutes to Fort Collins and Colorado State University and a little over an hour to Cheyenne or Laramie, Wyoming.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: AC is not usually needed in this climate, but for those few hot days we get there are window AC units installed.
- Washer: built in private laundry area
- Dryer: built in private laundry area
- Linens Provided: All bedding provided with lots of extra sheets, pillow, etc.
- Off Street Parking: Way off street! This Lodge is at the end of a 3 1/2 mile winding, bumpy mountain dirt road.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: There is ample parking space available.
- Wood Stove: Split wood and kindling provided.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed: Lower bed is queen size - upper bed is a single.
- Convertible Bed: Two queen-size futons with extra thick mattresses.
- Entertainment
- DVD
- Video Library: Good selection of movies on DVD and tape are available on request and a video projector and screen can be provided.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Eclectic collection of CDs - mostly folk, jazz and classic rock and local artists.
- Private Hot Tub: Soak under the beautiful Colorado skies in this outdoor soft-tub.
- Sauna: A private outdoor sauna/steam room is built on to the lodge.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Everything is provided for cooking - range, dishes, pots, pans, microwave, toaster oven - everything
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Dishes and silverware for at least 10 persons plus all cooking utensils
- Refrigerator: This is a large fridge.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: A high quality Vermont BBQ grill is provided.
- Deck/Patio: This wrap-around deck covers 1000 square feet and is made of Brazilian Walnut.
- Balcony: A private balcony hangs over a mountain view from the upstairs master bedroom.
- View/Location
- Lake View: The Lodge sits about 1500 feet above and a couple miles west of Horsetooth Reservoir. You'll have a great view of this scenic reservior.
- Mountain View: Surrounded by the Colorado Rockies.
- Communications
- Telephone: We have just set up a voice over internet with our high speed wireless internet service. This is provided to guests at no charge
- Free Long Distance: Unlimited long distance to the continental US. Overseas call are possible for a small fee
- Computer: Bring your laptop and connect to our wireless service - if you forget, we can provide you with a laptop.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): High speed reliable wireless internet provided at no charge - about 2 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload speeds
- Other Amenities
- Custom wood-work throughout with aspen wood ceilings, oak floors and pine trim, spectacular views from the 1000 square feet of deck, relax in the private outdoor sauna/steam room!!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: A dog or two is OK as long as you don't leave them at the Lodge alone.
- Kid Friendly: Kids love this place!
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Hike or mountain bike right from the front door (mountain bikes provided), view wildlife and birds from the deck, raft down the wild and scenic Poudre River (a 20 minute drive), hike/camp/sight see in Rocky Mountain National Park (a one hour drive), visit wild Wyoming (a one hour drive drive)go horsback riding in Rist Canyon (20 minute drive). We have a link to local activities on our website at WWW.ELKLODGE.INFO
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Year round flat rate of $300/night up to 6 guests.
Occupancy over 6 persons is additional $50 per extra person per night.
A one-time $100 setup/cleaning fee is also charged.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Front of Guest House - Bellvue Guest House Rental in Colorado
- View from the upper balcony off the master bedroom - Bellvue Guest House Rental in Colorado
- Elk Lodge has lots of cozy sitting areas - Bellvue Guest House Rental in Colorado
- Relax in the spacious great room with great mountain views
- The master bath has a claw-foot tub, twin pedestal sinks, and a great view
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We had a great stay and will definitely be back. The place was awesome - fully equipped, beautiful location, private and quiet.