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Legendary Exploration Cabin near Downtown and RMNP

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Exploration Cabin is tucked between L'tl Prospect Mtn. & the Big Thompson River.
Exploration Cabin is fit for king and queen.
Living Room
Front entrance.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Place, Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk Room

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Legendary Exploration Cabin near Downtown and RMNP

EXPLORATION CABIN is one-of-three best of Colorado mountain cabin rentals curated by This Mountain Life for couples and small gatherings up to 4. Exploration Cabin is a masterly designed and crafted mountainside cottage that blends the charm of the ol' estes village with modern comforts and conveniences of home. Quiet and private. Free wifi and parking. Short walks to all downtown restaurants and attractions Short drives to all Rocky Mountain National Park hiking trails and adventures. Town of Estes Park CO STR License #3236.

Why Guests Love EXPLORATION CABIN and This Mountain Life:

Unbeatable Location – A scenic 2-minute stroll to downtown Estes Park and all our active village has to offer and just 2 miles to Rocky Mountain National Park.

Sparkling Clean & Impeccably Restored – A harmonious blend of rustic charm and first-class finishes.

Flexible & Hassle-Free Stays – 2 to 4-night minimums with a 30-day no-hassle cancellation policy. Extended stays welcome!

Exclusive Amenities – Fully stocked kitchen, premium linens, hiking maps, books & guides.

Free Parking – Right at your front door for seamless convenience.

Fast & Free WiFi

At THIS MOUNTAIN LIFE we have three extraordinary guesthouses, each with its own unique character, all next to the mountain and by the river. Let us know if you need more than 1 space.

Location is everything!

TML is passionate about the sublime Colorado mountain region and love sharing the charm, character and convenience of the owners' historic property set at the heart of the Estes Valley. TML staff ensure your stay is special. As Premier Hosts and trusted local guides, TML will provide recommendations and insider tips for an unforgettable Rocky Mountain getaway.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
May smoke outside.
Guest is required to sign a RenterAgreement within 48 hours. Security Deposit (via cc hold) of $500. Minimum Age to rent is 21.
NO Smoking. NO pets. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number Estes Valley Vacation Home Registration #3126
Property # 1008227

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

Located in Downtown Estes Park, a neighborhood in Estes Park, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Rocky Mountain National Park and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf. Estes Park Memorial Observatory and Mustang Mountain Coaster are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bond Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Aspen and Evergreen Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Elevations Eatery and Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Legendary Exploration Cabin near Downtown and RMNP pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Legendary Exploration Cabin near Downtown and RMNP?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Legendary Exploration Cabin near Downtown and RMNP?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Legendary Exploration Cabin near Downtown and RMNP located?

Located in Downtown Estes Park, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Estes Park Aerial Tramway and The Stanley Hotel. Rocky Mountain National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and great cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin! Loved the little touches and the way they kept it in the past but providing just the right updates! Cheryl and Rick were great hosts. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zeph L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin in the beautiful Estes Park. The Cabin itself is stunning and perfectly quirky but also a short walk away from all that Estes Park has to offer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house. Super cute and located really close to several stores and restaurants. The interior was perfect for our family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leasa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rocky Mountain NP Base Camp

Unique well appointed cabin which was a great base camp for our national park adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin! So cute and comfortable. Great service by managers
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The cabin was bigger inside than expected and had plenty of room for myself, my husband and a friend. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The cabin was perfect walking distance to downtown. Will stay here again and would highly recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, Rustic, and Just Right

We loved our stay in the Exploration Cabin. It was just what we were looking for: Excellent location, well-appointed, EXTREMELY clean, and felt good to be in. The proximity to everything in Estes was great, as we could walk to everything in town and easily get in and out without having to wait much for traffic. Definitely recommended.
Clean, well-appointed kitchen with a variety of pots and pans and utensils, plus snacks, coffee, tea, and hot cocoa.
The "map room" was cool, and the window seat was a great place to sit and read with the window open and the fresh air flowing in.
The Talls had to watch our heads, but it was no big deal. Excellent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin with attention to details.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My girls described this quaint cabin as a "fairytale" and I couldn't agree more. Incredibly well-maintained, full of character, and so many small but meaningful touches that make this cabin feel like home away from home. Amazing location, walking distance to town, a bike ride to hiking trails, and natural splendor. We made great memories here, and Rick and Cheryl were AMAZING hosts! Unmatched hospitality and responsiveness. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WELDON L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet setup

Cozy little place. Walking distance to town. Cute creekside sitting area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little property with lots of thoughtful appointments! It’s in a perfect location for walking everywhere in Estes Park. The hosts were so friendly and even brought my son a birthday cake after I mentioned it was his birthday! It made his day! We loved our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cabin

Great place to stay when visiting Rocky Mountain National Park. It was also walking distance to downtown Estes Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cabin, great location!

Charming, clean cabin. Easy walk to town. Highly recommend, will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in the Mountains

Cabin was perfect for exploring Estes Park and RMNP. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

Everything was fantastic! Being able to walk to the downtown was great as well! Cabin was beautiful with all we needed. Lots of room!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation home

The cabin was perfect, clean, cozy and charming. After a day of hiking and exploring RMNP, the cabin was the perfect place to unwind, make dinner, and share stories about our adventures that day.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Estes Park Cabin

The location of the cabin is perfect for wandering around town and getting to Rocky Mountain National Park. It was very comfortable and the beds were great. We love Estes Park and we will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little cabin!!

We loved this perfect little cabin! The owners thought of everything when they fixed up this darling 1920’s rustic cabin.Such attention to detail in every space! Perfect for a romantic getaway or for a small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina and Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cabin

Our stay at Exploration Cabin was great! Charming cabin, roomy and well-equipped. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cabin in Estes!

This cabin is adorable, is within walking distance to downtown, and is well stocked with everything you need. Rick and Cheryl were awesome hosts and we enjoyed meeting and visiting with them. Would 100% recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B., Overland Park, KS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming rustic cabin

We absolutely loved the mountain feel of this cabin, and so close to the river and downtown. Our young grandson was just enchanted by it. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B., arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exploration canin

Nice clean and easy walking distance to town. Very well redone cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, cozy cabin!

My family and I had a wonderful time at Expedition Cabin. The hosts are very responsive and greeted us at check-in. The cabin is very comfortable with modern appliances. The proximity to RMNP and the town is very convenient. Highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rustic getaway

So much thought was put into every detail of this cabin! We had everything we needed and the hosts were incredibly nice and quick to respond to any questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rick and Cheryl Grigsby

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For the past 15 years Rick & Cheryl have been recreating historic downtown property into 3 legendary mountaintown vacation traveler cabins. They are situated at the foot of Prospect Mountain and across the Big Thompson River in the heart of Colorado’s sublime Estes Region. Redemption, Exploration and Reflection Cabins (aka This Mountain Life Extraordinary Guesthouses) are fruit of their they adventure story. They love to share it. They are the designers, builders & hosts. They attend to every detail.

Why they chose this property

This Mountain Life property is quintessential Estes Park vacation property with an idyllic mountain & riverside setting. It has an unbeatable private location with a close, quick, easy access.

This Mountain Life property satisfies everybody's needs for beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul.

What makes this property unique

This Mountain Life property's unique benefits include its quite privacy, location, accessibility, walkability, wildlife, mountainside attributes, riverside attributes, rushing water sounds, authenticity, craftsmanship, attention to detail, coffee bar & map room.

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