Location: Estes Park, Front Range, Colorado, USA (Estes Park, CO (1 1/2 hours NW of Denver))
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 2-8)
Whispering Pines cabin, a stately rental vacation retreat only 3 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park (and right across the road from the Big Thompson river), was built with charm, integrity and beautiful craftsmanship which has been maintained throughout the years. Here you will find Old Estes charm, updated with today's amenities (including wireless internet)in one of the nicest cabin rentals in Estes Park. Nestled among aspen and ponderosa pine trees, some of which are hundreds of years old, this is an heirloom historic 1928 property with a horse corral and shed. A wonderful place for that family reunion.
The 1 1/2 acres with mountain views and rock outcroppings contribute to the sense of solitude. This home is filled with tasteful and comfortable furnishings, and the town of Estes Park is only a 1/2 mile walk away. Here is the perfect place to come and escape the summer heat (daytime temperatures are generally in the 70's to mid 80's and evenings get into the 40's and 50's) as well as enjoy the serenity of the mountains year round, and a wonderful place for people who appreciate the grace of years past.
The green bedroom has a queen bed (and a 3/4 bath with claw foot tub plus heated tile floor), the yellow bedroom has a full size bed, and the all-season back sleeping porch has a queen and a twin. Recently restored, the original maid's quarters with a separate entrance now sleeps two, with a half bath, also with heated tile floor. There are also 2 sleeper sofas and a sleeping porch.
You'll love, as we do, to enjoy the front screened porch-- the perfect place to play cards, sleep, read, sip a cup of your favorite beverage, visit with friends or family, or just relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Big Thompson River. There are plenty of windows to take in the beauty and tranquility of the mountains, including the deer and elk that often wander through (and even the occasional bear). The entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park is just 5 minutes away, with many, many trails to hike, snowshoe or even for backcountry skiing. The Eldora downhill ski area is a 45 minute drive away.
We provide a collection of 60+ DVD's, games, and books, including mountain interest and local information. We also have extras to make your vacation comfortable and safe-- first aid kit, flash light, fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detector, cooler, coffee, sugar,snowshoes upon request, etc. A well-behaved dog is welcome for an additional fee.
Much effort has been taken to care for and furnish our mountain cabin and we want our guests to feel welcome and comfortable, and to enjoy it as much as we do. We are proud to provide a clean and smoke-free environment.(Smoking is allowed outside). This has been a family home for 80 years and has only been made available for rentals in the past two years.
This Estes Park cabin has it all--lots of character, a large wooded lot providing privacy without isolation, across the road from the river with no buildings in-between to spoil the view or muffle the sound, walking distance from downtown, a huge stone wood-burning fireplace, mountain views, high-speed wireless internet and plenty of room inside and out to spread out and relax. You couldn't ask for more in Estes Park lodging--a perfect vacation or holiday getaway. Truly stunning, this place has a sense of history and stands out from the crowd; a place you won't forget!
RENTAL POLICY INFORMATION
We require a 30% deposit within 7 days of booking to secure your reservation. Final payment is due 30 days prior to your arrival.
Cancellations are subject to a $100.00 fee. If a cancellation is made less than 30 days before your arrival, you will be refunded if we are able to re-rent.
CHECK-IN IS AFTER 3:00 p.m. CHECK-OUT IS 9:00-10:00 a.m.
We do not rent to vacationing students or singles under age 25 unless accompanied by an adult guardian or parent. You must provide proof of age, if requested.
Firepits are not allowed.
Beautiful Wildlife in Your Own Front Yard
VRBO Bear stayed here - 09/25/2009 The “Whispering Pines Cabin in the Woods” was truly a perfect retreat for a family reunion. Sue, the owner, was a delight to work with- from the first time we spoke to her to after we returned home. The location offers the best of both worlds. It offers solitude, but is close to Estes Park’s wonderful shops, restaurants and “Fun City." During our stay we visited the art fair and walked through the town, taking in all the little shops to get souvenirs.
The moment we arrived, we realized the cabin was bigger than it looked in the photos. After walking in the front door, there’s a large combination dining area/living room, with a huge stone fireplace and hearth. The living room features a flat screen television VHS/DVD player with an assortment of videos and DVDs. Readers enjoyed browsing a nice collection of books. The Wi-Fi connection was great and we used it to research local activities and restaurants. The dining room had a large table that comfortably sat everyone in our group (ten people) for meals and board game evenings. There was a gas fireplace that keeps the place warm and toasty. The cabin’s craftsman style décor and lodge furnishings made the interior feel very cozy and quaint. The kitchen included all the dishes and utensils one needed for cooking and cleaning up. There was even a washer and dryer, which made it convenient for doing a load of our dirty clothes.
The cabin had lots of room to spread out. The bedrooms were comfortable with rustic décor. There was another bedroom called the “Maid’s Room.” It boasted a futon, half bath, and TV/DVD player. The cubs enjoyed watching their shows and videos in the Maid’s Room. However, the claw foot bathtub was a favorite for all. The claw foot bathtub bathroom served three bedrooms. There was another bathroom with tub and shower off the kitchen. There were plenty of towels, soaps, lotions, hair dryers and toiletries for everyone in our group.
We all loved the glassed-in front porch for reading and drinking a cup of coffee. One morning, we had the pleasure of watching a huge bull elk scraping his antlers on a tree in the front yard. The front porch was a great place for relaxing and watching the cubs playing on the swing in the front yard or having fun with a game of horseshoes. Our group enjoyed many games together in the front yard and will treasure the memories. It was a weekend we will always cherish and hope to return to again and again. During our visit, we celebrated two birthdays and we couldn’t have imagined a better place to pass the good times. You will love this cozy and warm “Cabin in the Woods.” I know this Bear had a wonderful time!
The VRBO Bear
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: as well as a blowdryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed (3) : 2 Queen size sofa sleepers and one full futon
- Crib: Crib available on request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Bath soap, dish soap, laundry soap, bathroom tissue, coffee, sugar, tea
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well-behaved dogs with prior approval.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We do not rent to singles under age 25 or vacationing students.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Bowling. Snowshoes available on request
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
December 2009 to Memorial Day weekend--$250/night, $1750/week
Holidays-$350/night-3 night minimum
30% deposit required to secure reservation
NO CLEANING FEES
2010 June, July, August-Week long rentals only, Sat. check-in, $2300
Includes summer swim pass for 4 to the Stanley Hotel's outdoor pool
September, 2010- $300/night, $2000/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Estes Park
We love Estes Park and have been coming here for decades to relax, hike, snowshoe, shop and take in the mountain air. This cabin fit our ideal perfectly and we feel so fortunate to have found it. It's great not only for a quiet retreat but for a large gathering.
Property Photos
- An historic Estes Park cabin tucked in the woods - Estes Park, Colorado - Cabin in the Rocky Mountains
- All-season back sleeping porch - Estes Park, Colorado - Cabin in the Rocky Mountains
- Cozy living room with large stone, wood-burning fireplace - Estes Park, Colorado - Cabin in the Rocky Mountains
- All-season porch with original wood floor overlooking the Big Thompson river
- Whispering Pines--Very close to Rocky Mountain National Park
- Country kitchen
- A mountain lake as seen from Trail Ridge Rd
- Bath with clawfoot tub and heated tile floor
- View of Lumpy Ridge from front porch.
- Dining Room
- Directly across the road-The Big Thompson River
- Restored "Maid's" bedroom
- Bathroom off the "maid's room"
- Quality mattresses & bedding
- A warm & inviting bedroom and a great vacation home rental
- On 1 1/2 wooded acres
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What a great place. The accomodations are first class, everything was perfect. Thank you for all your efforts in making this a place to come back to.
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What a great place. The accomodations are first class, everything was perfect. Thank you for all your efforts in making this a place to come back to.
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"Peaceful" We spent a week in your lovely cabin in August. We loved being so close to RMNP and took a few day trips into the park to take pictures of wildlife. We also enjoyed the proximity of the cabin to town, made quick trips to the store very easy. We weren't fortunate enough to get a glimpse of the bear that your previous guests commented on, but did see fresh tracks several mornings, so he was there, just hiding! A special thanks for having such a stocked kitchen - we had many memorable meals during our stay.
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Your recommendations made this perhaps the most peaceful, enjoyable family trip we have had. You went out of your way to provide everything we might have wished. Your decorations were so tasteful and creative which made this house our family home.
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Bless you for all you do to make your guests have a great experience. We love your home and the location. We love all the decor, so comforting.
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Woke up to deer and elk and love the sound of the rushing water just outside the window. Such a cozy cabin with all the finishing touches. You have thought of everything. Thank you.
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Tim & Gina Peipert & Family , Alton, IL
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We stayed in the cabin for 3 nights with both of our sons and their families. We had a great time and especially liked the front porch. The 3 grandchildren had a great time playing out there. My husband and sons also enjoyed playing horseshoes. The cabin was very comfortable and secluded. We would definitely come again.
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Mary Ebuna , Colorado
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From an email sent to me during their stay- We are having a fabluous time and the house is wonderful. Really, it is even better than I had envisioned. And everyone in my family has said what a great place I picked out. Of course this area is beautiful also. This has been a truly wonderful time thank you so much for this great place to stay.