Location: Estes Park, Front Range, Colorado, USA (Downtown Location Walking to Everything. Boulder 36 Miles.)
Accommodations: Apartment, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.25 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Loft, apartment, house, flat, studio, downtown loft, downtown flat, balcony, retail loft,
- Enjoy this clean spacious remodeled downtown loft over the owners retail store below (Above Colorado Homestead 165 E Elkhorn Ave). Drive if you must to Boulder, Denver, Fort Collins, Greeley, Golden and other Front Range towns. You may walk to most everything in town.
- Park your car in its own spot under the large barbecue deck in back. Other non posted, free 24 hour city parking is adjoining the property.
- You will enjoy the exciting views out the front windows of the stores and the people below, Longs Peak mountain (Rocky Mountain National Parks highest peak 14,256 feet above sea level), the Aerial Tram and Park Theater tower.
- You will like the space of this 1,600 square foot home perfect for Families, Couples or singles wanting to be in town. The living room has two queen hide-a-way beds. The 1.25 bath is one with a sink and toilet and one with a sink, toilet and shower. The kitchen is open to the livingroom and dinning table plus separating serving counter with bar stools. Additionally there are three bedrooms and a desk room.
- The historic mountain pictures on the walls give you a feel for the history of Estes Park. The plants are real. Please do not water them. We water them on Wednesday.
- There are shuttle buses to Rocky Mountain National Park (5 miles from town). You could stay here without a car, then walk and bike to everything.
- Ernie, whom you will rent from, manages two businesses in town. Your vacation rental is owned by the business. Ernie is a native of Estes Park and will be a wonderful resource for you. He will provide you with the best places to go and how to get there. Any questions you have about the area, government, construction, real estate, investing or the universe in general, he will be glad to discuss with you. Age 60.
- When you get to town and find your exciting private rental above Colorado Homestead 165 E. Elkhorn Avenue (downtown Estes Park on the North side of the street) go east to the corner and turn North into the parking lot adjoining Virginia Drive. You will see an alley in front of the Virginia street barbershop. Turn into this alley and you will see your marked parking space under the deck. The Sign on the deck says "UP". There is a large deck above with a gas grill, round table and chairs. Don't judge a book by its cover. You will be delighted when you open the door and start exploring this very reasonable very wonderful place. There is a lock box on the outside door jam under the porch light for your key. The hall has two bedrooms off of it, one on each side. A full size mirror for your observations. Then a den office with a sky light. This area is good for your bikes, suitcases and bags. The knotty pine desk is for Wi-Fi or direct plug in high speed bandwidth. The bathrooms are on the right on the way to the kitchen. The 3rd bedroom, kitchen, living room, dining room upper bath with laundry machines, are all on a new level (up about 6") and on beautiful, clean hard wood oak floors. You may see this in the pictures. There is a large deck in back with a gas grill, round table and chairs.
- We have tried to furnish with everything in mind that you may need (flower vases, cork screws, baking dishes, fast band width, etc.) We want you to be very satisfied.
- If you are ready or have any questions call anytime day or night. Carpe Vacationum-'Seize the Vacation'
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking : Next to the building and unposted (good for 24 hours)
- Beds
- Queen Bed : The beds are wonderful. Firm pillow tops. The 2 hide-a-way beds in the living room are queen size.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : The kitchen is well furnished with plenty of cutting boards, knives, utensils, dishes, flower vases, pots, baking dishes, bar b q tools, etc. The serving eating bar is very good for those watching the kitchen activity.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : This kitchen is very well furnished with knives, baking dishes, flower vases, cutting boards etc.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available : If you want catering Ernie may be able to arrange it for you. He knows some fantastic cooks in town.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : This is a large unit with a side burner.
- Deck/Patio : Good size with a large deck across the back width of the building. Deck comes with a round table and chairs and gas grill.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Of Prospect Mountain and its tram way car, and more distant snow peaks such as Longs Peak the 14,256 footer.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet : 3 Megabits per second (Mbps) download and upload hard cable connect or WiFi
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : 3 Megabits per second (Mbps) download and upload hard cable connect or WiFi
- Other Amenities
- The views out the front windows look at the main street businesses and shoppers below, as well as the Rocky Mountain National Parks highest peak: Longs Peak 14,256 feet above sea level. Also you will enjoy the in town mountain and its red tramway car going up and down the mountain. Also you can see the towns historic Park Theater Tower. You'll want to look out these Exciting windows. In the back is a large deck with close proximity mountain views too. The plants inside the property are real. We water them on Wednesday (please don't water the plants).
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun-Sept.. $250/night (3 Bedrooms, 2 night minimum)
Oct-May .. $250/night (3 Bedrooms, 2 night minimum)
Oct-May .. $200/night (2 Bedrooms, 2 night minimum)
Oct-May .. $100/night (1 Bedroom, 2 night minimum)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1982
- Ernie, whom you will rent from, manages two businesses in town. Your vacation rental is owned by the business. Ernie is a native of Estes Park and will be a wonderful resource for you. He will provide you with the best places to go and how to get there. Any questions you have about the area, government, construction, real estate, investing or the universe in general, he will be glad to discuss.
Why the Owner Chose Estes Park
Our business has been under the same ownership since 1947. At the time this property was purchased the upstairs was the home of the store owner below. We have rented it out for years on a 1 year lease basis. But, the size worked against us due to the renter always sub renting. In 2007, we did a major renovation. Then we were afraid to rent it because it was so new and wonderful. Eventually after all our friends urged us to turn it into a vacation rental, we furnished it and we found out our friends were right! They kept telling us, "Everyone will love it. Turn it into a vacation rental! People love to stay in downtown lofts. People watch out the windows." etc. They were right. It has been very popular. We have used rental agents in the past but now we are going to manage it ourselves. That is why it is so reasonable and why it is taken care of so well. We developed and discovered a step at a time, that this is the nicest loft in Estes Park, and we never even knew we had it.
The Unique Benefits of this Apartment
The action and activity out the windows makes this place exciting. The fully furnished open kitchen bar and large beautiful hard wood floors makes the place attractive and warm. The knotty pine also gives you a feeling for the mountains history and an earlier time of the business and town. The convenience can't be understated. All or part of your group may come and go often without needing to start up the car. If you get board or curious look out the window and see what is going on below. It is really fun being up there. It is kind of like you are the privileged to be up there. Like you are from town and maybe own the business below and live up there.
Property Photos
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- Kitchen and Eating Bar Between Kitchen and Living Dining Room - Estes Park, Colorado - Loft Apartment Rental in Downtown near Shopping and Rocky Mountain National Park
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- Living, Dining Table, Bar: Knotty Pine Walls & Cabinets, Two Queen Hide-a-Ways - Estes Park, Colorado - Loft Apartment Rental in Downtown near Shopping and Rocky Mountain National Park
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- View of Longs Peak and the Town Out of Your Vacation Rental. - Estes Park, Colorado - Loft Apartment Rental in Downtown near Shopping and Rocky Mountain National Park
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- Firm Queen Pillow Bed
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- Two Back Bedrooms with the Large Deck in Back. Firm Pillow Top Queen Beds.
Traveler Reviews (10)
Thanksgiving getaway
Guest: Sarahbear
(Littleton, Co )
Date of Stay: 11/22/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
We loved this unit! We have rented over 20 different VRBO properties and although it was not the most luxurious, it was 1 of our very favorites! It was the perfect layout with not a bunch of "knick knacks"!! We are a family of 6, children ranging in age from 15-2. The older kids loved the easy access to all of the shops! The only things we would change is: *put a larger T.V. in the living room, *put a king bed rather than a queen bed in 1 or more bedrooms and *somehow get rid of the lingering smells from the shop downstairs. We truely had a wonderful holiday and I am sure we will return to this unit in the future :-)
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Estes Park Loft
Guest: Sunshine
(Houston, TX)
Date of Stay: 08/11/11
Review Submitted: 08/21/11
We had a great time in Estes Park and enjoyed our stay in the downtown loft. The bedrooms were all nice and there was plenty of room for us. We had 7 people stay and really enjoyed our stay. It was very convenient to stay on the main street through downtwn and having our own paking space was great! I think we lucked out with new towels too - they were nice! We took kids ages 6, 8 and 13. They each enjoyed the RMNP and the hikes we went on. Bear Lake, Alberta Falls and traveling on Trail River Road at sunset were each terrific. Many stores and restaurants are within walking distance - we enjoyed Claires for breakfast one day, Dave's BBQ (not within walking distance) was also good. We took an open ride tour up Fall River Road at sunset that was really enjoyable - our tour guide was knowlegeable and friendly. We also drove to Ft Collins for a rafting trip that was very adventerous. Only complaint - we did need to keep the windows open to keep the place cool - which was great to have the fresh air. However, at night the street traffic is a little noisy for those sleeping on the pull out couch. Grand sceme of things, no big deal.
Owner response:This is a very good review. Regarding the night temperature and noise: All the bedrooms are quiet because they are furthur back from the front. We would suggest closing the front thermo pane windows (thermo panes really block out any noise from the street) and opening the kitchen window (it always has a good cross draft. Then use a fan or two (there are lots of fans available) in the back bedroom/s or hall with the back bedroom windows open. Here are the average monthly temperatures for Estes Parks great weather. June July and Augusts monthly averages are High 73 Low 42 (night), High 79 Low 47 (night), High 77 Low 45 (night), respectively. The temperatures in Estes Park are very low especially at night. The town elevation is 7,500 ft.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Best kept secret in Estes Park
Guest: cherry
(lexington,ky)
Date of Stay: 06/10/11
Review Submitted: 06/14/11
Location,location,location. The owner said we would enjoy the property and he was right. Right on the main drag. Shopping and all restaurants right outside your door. Centrally located to RMNP. Unit was very clean and spacious. We had 7 adults and 3 children and had plenty of lounging room and beds to sleep. Plenty of linens and kitchen utensils. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay ! As i WAS GETTING A HAIRCUT NEXT DOOR EVEN THE BARBER SAID THIS PROPERTY WAS THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN eSTES PARK. Thanks Ernie for everything !
Owner response:This is said well, from a guests perspective. We are very happy they are satisfied beyond their expectations. We agree with this entire review.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Fall Weekend
Guest: Debi
(Westminster)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 09/28/10
We just recently rented this loft for a get-away weekend in Estes. The property was very clean, had everything we needed to enjoy meals on site and was in a very convenient location! I would definately rent this unit again! Thanks for such a great experience!
Owner response:Yes, it is imaculate and has real plants too. The kitchen is fully furnished for many people and lots of cooking.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, tourists without a car.
Great Rental!!
Guest: B
(Glenwood Springs, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/16/10
Review Submitted: 08/15/10
We had a small family gathering at this condo and absolutely loved the space and comfort it provided. Being so close to town we were able to get everywhere we needed without driving. The big living room and dining room provided great areas for reconnecting and enjoying the summer days in Estes. The owners are extremely responsive and helpful throughout our stay. I will absolutely try to book this place again next time I head to Estes.
Owner response:We agree with this review. Our square footage size is 1,600 square feet.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Estes Park vacation a Rocky Mountain High!
Guest: Blake
(Santa Fe, NM)
Date of Stay: 05/01/10
Review Submitted: 08/05/10
This property exceeded our expectations. It is conveniently located in downtown Estes Park, walking distance from any and everything you might want and need. The layout of the rental made for maximum privacy because all the bedrooms are separated. The living/dining area was very spacious with great views of the Rockies. We made good use of the ample kitchen which allowed us to eat in when desired. Plenty of parking, quiet, privacy and convenience.
Owner response:We love guest responses because they describe our property so well and from a guests point of view; mentioning their top priorities. Guest reviews help prospective guests understand what they are about to experience.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Excellent offering for reasonable price
Guest: Betti
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 03/13/10
Review Submitted: 08/03/10
I had the pleasure of staying in this loft. It was very modern and clean and overlooks the main street of Estes Park. The bedrooms are situated in the back of the unit so it is very quiet as well.I would stay there again in a "heart beat".
Owner response:Guest responses describe our property better than we do. And, we forgot to think of and mention the quiet bedrooms.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Great rental
Guest: Irma
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/30/10
Review Submitted: 08/02/10
Stayed in the loft for a weekend in May. There were 5 of us and we had so much room. We also didn't hear any street noise. Excellent location for shopping. Everything in it's place when we got there and it was so clean. All we needed to bring was our personal items. Would definetly stay there again..
Owner response:We agree with this review. Our square footage size is 1,600 square feet.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
May Stay
Guest: KanMan
(Sharon, KS)
Date of Stay: 04/30/10
Review Submitted: 07/20/10
This unit was very roomy and extremely comfortable. Within minutes I felt at home and at ease. It's great being in the middle of town within walking distance of everything. The people watching is great (and private) from the south windows. We had everything there we needed for our stay. It served just as well as a base or as a place to gather and lounge.
Owner response:Future renters, we agree completely with this review. It is a home away from home with 1,600 square feet. Every guest has loved being at our place.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
I stayed in this really neat place in April of 2009. It is exciting like their title says.
Guest: Ernie
(Estes Park, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 04/20/09
Review Submitted: 07/19/10
The place is clean as a whistle and very pleasing (its a bunch of subtle things like the warm wood floors and the original cabinets, and real plants, lack of clutter etc.). The location is excellent with views and convenience. The price is very low. This is a top quality place, well designed and spacious, great location and at a bargain price. The kitchen is very well supplied too. I stayed here while my house was being repaired. I loved staying here.
Owner response:Future renters, here is another review we agree with completely. The kitchen is well supplied with all pans, baking dishes, mixing bowls, plenty of plates, bowls, glasses, wine glasses, paper towels, knives and cutting boards, flower vases, and silverware. Every single guest has loved it.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
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