Grand Lake
House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 9-13)
$199-$399/nt
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Guest: Mer L.
Date of Stay: 03/03/12
Review Submitted: 03/15/12
Our group of 7 had a great time in your beauiful area of Grand Lake. Your home was extremely comfortable and very well equiped. We could not have asked for any more. The overlook of Shadow Mt. Lake was very beautiful and provide great access for us to snowmobile to Grand Lake to access the trails to get up on top. Loved your spot light over the grill on the deck. It may it extremely easy to do all the steak made to order for each of the guys. Thanks again for allowing us to stay is your very nice place.
Owner response:I love to see and hear about people enjoying the house and this special area. These guys had 7 snowmobiles and were able to snow mobile from the front door. This is a fantastic place year round.
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Guest: dk
(Denver)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11
Review Submitted: 01/05/12
We stayed in the cabin to ring in the new year of 2012 and had a great time. We very comfortably fit 9 + a dog in the cabin and the location was great. The cabin was very clean, there was plenty of bathroom space and our only complaint is that we didn't see any animals in the yard! :)
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Guest: Tom, Samantha and family.
Date of Stay: 12/20/11
Review Submitted: 02/26/12
We had a perfect Christmas vacation at your house. The outdoor Christmas lights and Christmas were an excellent surprise! Then we entered and just loved the indoor Christmas tree and decorations. Thanks for making our stay extra festive and a vacation we will always remember. There was plenty of room for our three families. The fireplaces make it real cozy. We'll be back sometime in the summer months. Great area!
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Guest: Heather
(Denver, co.)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 10/25/11
Breathtaking inside and out! Gorgeous views of the lake and mountains. Super clean and beautiful interior. We were highly impressed with how well stocked and prepared this cabin is. It is thoughtfully prepared with so many things to entertain a family and more than enough necessities for cooking and so forth. It is spacious and comfortable. Four adults and 7 children ranging in ages were more than comfortable. By far, the best vacation rental we have stayed in. We will be back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Dan
(St. Louis, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 09/12/11
Review Submitted: 09/27/11
Four adult family members stayed here the week of September 12, 2011. We could not get over how well equipped this home was. The listing description did not do justice to the home itself, the views and the proximity to so much natural beauty. The owner was extremely accomodating when we had to postpone our vacation from May to September, even though he was unable to rent out the property on our originally scheduled week. This home had everything we needed and was very clean and comfortable. We always enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park, and the views from the historic lodge overlooking the lakes while enjoying a sumptuous breakfast buffet is not to be missed. Check out Adams Falls in Grand Lake and the shopping both there and in Estes Park.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Virginia, Bruce, Grace & Mark
Date of Stay: 09/03/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
Thank you so much for a pleasant stay. We appreciated the fact that the kitchen was so well stocked. Thanks also for allowing us to bring the dogs!
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Guest: Marcy, Bill, Joanne, Mike, Heather & Adam
Date of Stay: 08/21/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
Your home is beautiful! It has welcoming energy. We had a great time exploring the area. No moose sightings - maybe next time! Thanks again!
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Guest: Tim, Carrie, Will, Zack, Josh, Kate & Samantha
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
This was our first time in Colorado ever. Your cabin location was perfect for our exploring the park & nearby towns. Everybody had there own space here & yet the living room is so nice we spent most our time there enjoying the scenery. Thank you for keeping everything so well maintained stocked. Anything I forgot to pack, I found here. Compliments also to your cleaning crew. We particularly enjoyed all the wildlife, especially the 5 bull Elk eat in the yard. Thanks for your generous hospitality.
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Guest: Carrie
(Illinois)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/20/11
Our family stayed in this cabin for a week in August. The location was very convenient--not too close to the crowds in town but only a two minute drive to Grand Lake and about a five minute drive to Rocky Mountain National Park. We had five adults and two small children in our group; everybody had enough space and privacy, while the living room, kitchen, and downstairs den served as comfortable and spacious gathering places. Of all the cabins we have rented in the past, this was the best equipped with everything from dishwashing soap to extra pillows and blankets. If there was something I forgot to pack (i.e., body lotion, night lights), chances are we could find it generously stocked in the cabin. We enjoyed watching hummingbirds, a fox, and many elk in the yard and we found moose and more elk in the park. Watching the moon rise over Shadow Mountain is an almost mystical experience. Roger was a very attentive host. He was quick to respond to all my email inquiries, provided thorough instructions, and checked in with us after our arrival. I felt that this home was a very good value.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Guest: Kristen
(Lilttleton, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
This was our first experience at renting a home for a family reunion. This home was perfect for a large group of 11 including grandchildren ranging in ages from 2 to 15 years. The cabin was magnificent - so welcoming, comfortable, well appointed, and the views of Shadow Lake and the mountains were breathtaking. Grand Lake was only minutes away and the close proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park was perfect for day trips, animal watching and hiking. Arrangements for renting were handled very efficiently and pleasantly by the owner. Our stay was perfect and we are anxious to return. Thank you for magnificent memories.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing.
Guest: Ken, Mary, Bill, Jo and the kids
Date of Stay: 08/05/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
What a beautiful cabin! The views area absolutely amazing and the house was fully stocked with everything we needed - just like home! Thanks Roger - we'll be back next year!
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Guest: Pete, Karen, Brad, Carrie and Carrie
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
Wonderful place, beautiful views, fine accomodations! We made several trips to RMNP, hiking, fishing & plenty of eating and drinking. Thank you so much for your hospitality and planning.
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Guest: Pam, Don, Dre, Chip, Alex, Lindsay, Jeff and Bre
Date of Stay: 07/24/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
What a GREAT place & so perfect for what we needed! Fished, boated, 4-wheeled, hiked and ENJOYED. Will be back next year. Kids said this was our next "Lake Powell", but cooler!! Thank you!
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Guest: Ron, Jane, Steve & Alyssa
Date of Stay: 07/20/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
Thank you for letting us stay in your cozy comfortable mountain home. We enjoyed fishing, boating and seeing several moose right on the shore of Shadow Mountain Lake in the evening, a fox in the back yard and over 100 elk in Rocky Mountain National Park. We had all the necessities and comforts of home. Thanks again for a great time!
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Guest: Vickie, Jeff, Jack, Justin, Addie, Olivia & kids
Date of Stay: 07/17/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
We had a wonderful time in your beautiful house, so nicely decorated. It was great for the grandkids, plenty of room. The views are amazing and we saw moose and elk everyday. We will be back, hopefully for a week next time.
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Guest: The gang from Wisconsin and Arizona
Date of Stay: 07/14/11
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
Thank you for letting us rent your beautiful house. It was plenty big enough for all 10 of us. We enjoyed your wonderful "woodsy" decor. It was a thril for us to look out the windows and see elk, fox and moose walking down the road and eating in the yards. We had wonderful weather all week. The National Park was beautiful.
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Guest: vick
(Parker, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/14/11
Review Submitted: 07/19/11
This is a perfect mountain get away. I would recommend this place over and over again. Our grandchildren enjoyed every minute of it, there was plenty of room for our whole family. We enjoyed watching the moose and the elk and the view was amazing.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
Guest: Sunshine Daydreams
(Far and Wide)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11
Review Submitted: 07/12/11
We came to you from far and wide. A gathering of friends to say goodbye.You opened your home to all who came.We enjoyed ourselves. We sang and prayed. These memories will last for years to come. We hope to return and relive the fun.So we say farewell as we return to our homes. Hearts full of joy and never alone. Leaving a friend to keep memories alive. O'ways in our hearts is where you'll find...The love we share with Ger in mind. Until we meet again..... Sunshine Daydreams
Owner response:This is a special place with plenty of room for large groups. Spectacular views of Shadow Mountain Lake and the Continental Divide mountain range.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: RAMblings
(Fort Collins, CO)
Date of Stay: 03/25/11
Review Submitted: 04/17/11
The RAMblings are CSU's premier a cappella group. We were lucky enough to be able to use the cabin for our semester retreat. The place is incredibly cozy and a great place to spend time with friends- even fifteen of us! We were able to relax and learn all of our music, all while enjoying plenty of room; including each of us having our own place to sleep. Roger is very easy to work with and offers a fantastic getaway!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Glenner (Vancouver, WA)
(Vancouver, WA)
Date of Stay: 02/24/11
Review Submitted: 03/01/11
Just a fantastic place to unwind and get back to nature and the best of what CO has to offer. Can't wait to get back!!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: EZ
(Jerzy Shore)
Date of Stay: 02/09/11
Review Submitted: 02/10/11
I am personally very excited to stay in this cabin next year ! Everything I've heard sounds incredible.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Lauralee
(Westminster, CO)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/17/11
We just came back from our winter getaway at this cabin. It was perfect for our mini family reunion. We had 6 adults two children and our dog. There was more space than we needed. We played games at the large table while enjoying a warm fire. The kids had plenty to do with the games and books there. The location was close to everything we needed. I would HIGHLY recommend getting away at this peaceful beautifully decorated cabin. Thanks Roger...Can't wait to schedule our summer getaway. We will most certainly return.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Family Guy
(Key Largo Fl)
Date of Stay: 01/01/11
Review Submitted: 01/21/11
We had a great time and the kids had a family room of there own with there own tv. It was clean and very updated with a well stocked kitchen and washer and dryer
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: arden1
(Boulder)
Date of Stay: 12/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/11
Geat launch point for any mountain activity or just wanting to sit and enjoy nature right outside the door. It is also supplied with all of the "daily use" items that you ccould ask for. I've stayed in many places and this one ranks at the top!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Cindy Lou
(New York City )
Date of Stay: 11/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/30/11
What a wonderful place to enjoy the great outdoors, appreciating the beauty of the lake and the mountains year round. Kitchen is well equipped and the place is very comfortable and clean. The area is great with plenty to do! Can't wait to go back.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Judy, Tom, Lynn, John and the kids
Date of Stay: 11/15/10
Review Submitted: 02/23/12
This is our third time staying at your beautiful, comfortable cabin. We had a wonderful time, its always hard to leave... The boys got some snowmobiling in, the kids skied at Sol Vista and there was even a moose sitting downtown! Thanks for keeping the place so nice. We will surely be back again.
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Guest: Bob
(San Diego)
Date of Stay: 11/11/10
Review Submitted: 11/14/10
A truly great escape with all the conveniences and comforts of home. Perched on a hill with a panoramic view of the lake, and mountains, this beautifully decorated villa is spacious and clean with plenty of parking. Just a few minutes from town, and a short walk to the lake, one feels immerced in the rockies with a quiet sence of privacy. Clearly a great value, we hope to return this winter to ski, or next year to hike. Thanks Again !!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Scotty R
(Phoenix, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 11/04/10
Review Submitted: 11/14/10
Roger, I used your property twice this year so far. The first time in September and enjoyed it so much again in November to see the snow. The views of the lake, convenience to town, Ski slopes, and the comfort of your home will keep me coming back based on your availability. You may several choices of places rent in Grand Lake, but this property is worth checking out. Thank you Scotty R Phoenix, AZ
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Guest: Trev
(Littleton. CO)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10
Review Submitted: 10/23/10
The accommodations were great and it has all the amenities. Great view of Shadow Mountain Lake. I have already reserved a weekend for next summer!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Dave C
(Sarasota, CO)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10
Review Submitted: 10/04/10
We spent a great week at this beautiful cabin... so well equipped our famly enjoyed the experence enough that we want to come back next year or sooner. The up stairs is very open... great for the large group with a nice gas fireplace, large TV and portable bar with cutting boards making serving drinks or food prep a breese. The down stairs family room is cozy...(with a gas fireplace and another Satellite TV/radio) it is a great second gathering place for the kids and adults... Our cook in the family really enjoyed the large Weber Gas Grill on the patio. Great wildlife!... Nice outdoor (and indoor) lighting options too! The binders on the area...restaurants...hikes... and "things to do" was very helpful also. Thanks for everything Roger...we'll be back.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Guest: Linda
(Morrison, CO)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 10/13/10
We spent 3 days the last weekend in September. The house was great! It is clean and had everything we could need or want and Roger even allowed the dog! Our weekend was peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and enjoying the beautiful leaves and, at night, the moon shining across the lake. We didn't see any wildlife on the property, but did see moose and elk in the Park. It is a wonderful place and we hope to go back again. (and, by the way, we received our refunded deposit very quickly which I appriciated as well!)
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: davidt
(san diego )
Date of Stay: 09/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/14/10
We had a great time at this property. The cabin was very spacious, with enough living zones throughout the place that it comfortably held about 13 or so people without making us feel cramped. Overall the cabin was very well stocked with cooking supplies that allowed to cook for large groups each night. The cabin is very well maintained, well decorated, and comes with good amenities (gas grill, washer dryer, huge porch, large flat screen in living room).
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: COLE
(COLORADO)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 01/16/11
GREAT PLACE, GREAT VIEWS. OUR FAMILY INJOYED OUR STAY,PLENTY OF ROOM FOR ALL OF US.GOOD LOCATION TO TOWN.WE ENJOYED THE SHOPPING & RESTAURANTS.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Sue
(Denver)
Date of Stay: 08/02/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/11
We went fishing, hiking, boating and had a great time! The shopping and resturants in Grand Lake are great! Very friendly town.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Leslie
(Dallas, Tx)
Date of Stay: 07/11/10
Review Submitted: 08/07/10
This house was perfect for our getaway with family members. The house is very roomy and clean (just as the pictures show). We loved being able to look out at the lake. The town of Grand Lake is adorable with many fun shops. We rented a pontoon boat and enjoyed both lakes. We saw many elk and moose by the National Park. The home is very convenient to the lakes, town and the National Park. All are only 5-10 min. away. Really enjoyed the area and the owners returned our deposit very quickly. My only small complaint would be that we ran out of hot water for showers. Wasn't a big deal, we managed just fine.
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Guest: JT
(Kansas City area)
Date of Stay: 07/05/10
Review Submitted: 07/19/10
Enjoyed a week in Grand Lake this summer while staying at this lovely home. We were all pleasantly surprised at how clean the house was from top to bottom. It was very accommodating, and it seemed as if they had thought of everything (pots & pans for cooking, satellite TV, warm fireplace, spices, laundry detergent, shampoo, even horseshoes!!!!). We loved waking up to the views of the lake and the clouds/fog rolling over the mountains. The quaint town of Grand Lake is only a couple of minutes away, and there is nearly every summer activity you can think of a very short distance away. Dealing with the owner was super easy and pleasant, and we would not hesitate to recommend this property to a friend, and we will definitely stay here again. Thanks for helping to make our vacation a memorable one!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Guest: Shari
(Broomfield, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10
Review Submitted: 07/15/10
This is a beautiful home and very comfortable. Everything is well maintained and the kitchen is well stocked with cookware, dinnerware and utensils even for a lot of people. We really enjoyed the wrap around deck and were able to see the town's fireworks display from it. We had a wonderful vacation and I would recommend this home and this place for a nice, relaxing, get away from it all experience!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Happy Campers
(Centennial, CO)
Date of Stay: 06/11/10
Review Submitted: 06/30/10
Three generations spent a wonderful 3 days together at this home. We had rain, snow, sunshine, fog - everything! The views were spectacular watching the weather passing through the area. The home is well maintained, well equipped, and perfect for multiple families with so much space. Everyone fought for their chance to sit in the recliner with the perfect view. If you got up to get a drink, you lost your space! Grand Lake is a beautiful area with lots to do - we went to the Art Fest, the theatre company, fishing, and shopping. We'll be back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.
Guest: Moose magnet
(Lafayette,Co)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10
Review Submitted: 05/24/10
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay this past week end.The views are spectacular.The home is very warm & comfortable & Kim has it stocked with everything you could possibly need.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: The Denver Tribe
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 03/03/10
Review Submitted: 03/03/10
What a great place! Loved the location and the memories afforded within your comfortable home. A bunch of old friends getting together in a beautiful place was just what we needed. Will definitely be back. P.S. Thanks for having coffee filters, spices, every utensil imaginable, etc. That was a big help!
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Guest: Amy201
(Golden, CO)
Date of Stay: 01/07/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/10
Kim - Cannot thank you enough for giving us family memories that will last a lifetime. Our week between Christmas and New Year's could not have been more fun. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. And everything was surprisingly toddler-proof! The kids enjoyed sledding and ice skating in town and the adults loved the shopping and restaurants. We can't wait to come back in the summer.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/07/09
Review Submitted: 12/07/09
Your home was perfect for our Thanksgiving weekend -- it afforded great comfort for the six of us. We loved the decor and views from the windows. Hope to come back again another year
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Guest: G. Papini
(Louisville, CO)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09
Review Submitted: 10/31/09
We just had an excellent weekend at your beautiful house in Grand Lake. The views of Shadow Mountain Lake and mountain ranges were awesome. Easy access just a couple of blocks off the paved highway, as advertised. The two gas fireplaces make the home warm and cozy. The place was very clean and the patio was warm and sunny. Kitchen very well stocked. Even got to see a moose in the yard!
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Guest: Steffanie Lueck-Mathiowdis
(Aurora, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09
Review Submitted: 10/31/09
Love this cabin! The master suite is perfect for a honeymoon get-away! The views are spectacular and the weather was perfect. I love coming here .... just to relax. Thank You for sharing your cabin with us! We will definitely be back! LOVE IT!!
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Guest: Jennifer280
(Merrill, WI)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09
Review Submitted: 10/31/09
Best place I have ever stayed! The views were gorgeous and the owners were wonderful. Feels like your right in the wilderness. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay and enjoy the views!
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Guest: Dave Kavan & family
(Omaha, NE)
Date of Stay: 08/08/09
Review Submitted: 08/08/09
The cabin was fantastic. Beautifully deocorated,well stocked kitchen with every amenity imaginable, plenty of towels, TVs for everyone and hummingbirds galore. We weren't fortunate enough to see the moose or elk but the scenery was gorgeous. We loved the hummingbirds. We have stayed and camped near Grand Lake several times in the past and wanted to stay where there was room for us and our son and daughter in law and 2 precious grand children. They loved all the decorative bears and the moose in the window. We would definitely like to stay there again, maybe in the fall. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us!
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Guest: Brett Wolfe
(Waukee, Ia)
Date of Stay: 02/21/09
Review Submitted: 02/21/09
Thank you so much! We had a fantastic stay. The house worked out great! With 3 families, it was very nice to have the room to spread out. The snowmobiling was top notch! If your looking for a place to stay, no need to look further! Kim is very easy to work with. We will be staying here again next year! Thank you, The Wolfe's
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Guest: Lydia5
(Denver)
Date of Stay: 01/26/09
Review Submitted: 01/26/09
We just stayed in your lovely home over the weekend. All the great touches and the well stocked home made it a memorable experience for all of us. We had had three families with us and a dog. We woke up to a foot of snow on Sunday morning and it was a beautiful winter wonderland. Thank you allowing us to stay in your home. We will be back.
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Guest: Sara Campbell1
(Rockwall, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/14/08
Review Submitted: 04/14/08
Thank you, Thank you, thank you for a wonderful mountain retreat for our family vacation. My family came from Iowa and Illinois to meet us for "Spring Break". We had 6 adults and 6 little kids and we could not have had a better time. The place is amazing and my boys especially enjoyed sledding and building snowforts. The Rettig's are wonderful hosts, though you never meet them, you can just feel what great people they are by how welcome they make you feel in their mountain home. We would love to make a trip back in the summer for the wonderful view of the (thawed) lake, as well as the moose we din't get the chance to see! Thanks again!
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