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On the river...fish from the porch! Close to RMNP.....5 star reviews

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A house by a clear stream with a wooden deck and a white fence.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a table with a lamp, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a quilt, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, two wooden chairs, and a view of a rocky stream surrounded by trees.
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Place, Rocky Mountain National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Trout Haven Fishing Pond
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bath

Toilet

2nd Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bunk room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the neighborhood

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The Stanley Hotel and Backbone Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rocky Mountain National Park and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. The Labyrinth and Tiny Town Miniature Golf are also worth visiting.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Rocky Mountain National Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tiny Town Miniature Golf - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Backbone Adventures - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Trout Haven Fishing Pond - 2 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪YMCA: Aspen Dining Hall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bogey’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the river...fish from the porch! Close to RMNP.....5 star reviews 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 On the river...fish from the porch! Close to RMNP.....5 star reviews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the river...fish from the porch! Close to RMNP.....5 star reviews?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the river...fish from the porch! Close to RMNP.....5 star reviews located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, The Labyrinth, and Backbone Adventures. Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Moraine Park Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time here very much. Enjoying the sight and sounds of the creek from the back porch are wonderful after a day of hiking in the park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 9th year in the cabin, and the sound of the Big Thompson River was constant, soothing, and created a meditative experience. Morning coffee on the deck started the day, evening wine on the deck created the end to a fantastic day. The two families of wild turkeys occasionally walked by to say "Hello". Looking forward to next August. R. Clarke
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2026
Rob, thanks so much for the nice comments. Also, thank you for the loyalty and returns!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic place for our vacation. Three bedrooms - all with their own restrooms en suite!!! Plenty of kitchen items too! We loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 5th year that we have stayed at Casa Rio Vista. We have been coming to Estes Park for over 50 years and this is our very favorite place to stay! The location is iconic Colorado on the banks of the Big Thompson River. It is beautifully furnished and perfect for the four of us who travel there. It has everything we need for a lovely vacation. We love that there are en-suite bathrooms in every bedroom and that the kitchen and home are very well equipped. It is close to Rocky Mtn. National Park where we love to hike and the Y Camp of the Rockies. The porch overlooking the river is a wonderful place to sit and let your cares drift away! In addition we had the good fortune to see elk, a bobcat, wild turkeys and mule deer. We will return!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were five adults and three children in our party. This cottage was perfect size with three bedrooms and each bedroom had its own bath and shower. Very cute and cozy cottage. right outside The door is a rushing stream that the older children love to play in.Well Stocked kitchen and large eating area.We were all delighted to see wild turkey roaming in the backyard. My husband appreciated the large Ponderosa pine in the back.We were very close to the entrance to the Rocky Mountain national Park. All in all it was a perfect stay and never needed to be in touch with management. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the river
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, everything we needed, loved the river, close to the park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything was perfect. Loved the location and having easy access to park, and town.

We were there for 7 days, and truly had a wonderful time.The house was equip with everything we needed, and was very clean and it was perfect for our family of six.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Perfection

Great location for family adventure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place -we hope to return

was so nice and relaxing and much bigger than i thought it would be. plenty of room for 3 couples and a kid.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for RMNP and Estes

Perfect place to stay near the entrance to RMNP. Loved it. Great place on the river
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip to RMNP

Location was perfect. Saw herd of elk who hung around the property one morning. Very easy to get to RMNP. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Wonderful place by the review. We certainly plan to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to getting to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 5th year of returning to this property. It is simply beautiful and in an amazing location for a full “Colorado mountain experience.” We have been coming to Estes Park every summer for over 50 years and this is our favorite of all places to stay! We always feel refreshed and renewed after spending time here!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wonderful

We had a great time…. Great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2021
Thank you, we hope you will come visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house and setting

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay— great location and the house worked well for a family group of six adults. Kitchen is well equipped for cooking some meals.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2024
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Estes Park

We enjoyed this cozy, charming house. The location was perfect to relax on the back porch and listen to the river with the benefit of being so close to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2020
Hi Julie, Thanks for your post....can't wait for your return! Donna
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place right in the river

The house was spacious and comfortable and the highlight was having the River right off the back porch to relax after an active morning. It is in a nice quiet neighborhood and close to the park and downtown. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location on the river and the very comfortable seating on the back porch. Property was close to a Rocky Mountain National Park entrance. The information book was very well done - lots of useful information about the area in an easy-to-use format. Kitchen was very well equipped, and we really appreciated being supplied with some spices and other cooking oils. All in all, we had a fabulous time and look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thai was a lovely home right on the Bug Thompson River. We hiked every day at RMNP. The trail heads were usually around 30 minutes away. It was so peaceful and relaxing sitting in the chairs right by the river. Whenever we go back to RMNP to hike we would love to stay here again. The location was wonderful and there is a Country Market very close where we got some food supplies. Loved this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

My family and I had an amazing time at this location. Waking up to the water right outside the back porch was my favorite part of the whole trip. We would definitely stay here again. Only thing that would have made it better was a hammock or something more comfortable to sit on outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place Good times

I can truly say it was one of the best places we have ever stayed! We are a chill family and like staying in, so the river and the outdoor patio was a favorite. It gives you the outdoor feel in a comfort of a beautiful home. Very much enjoyed our stay, we will definitely think about coming again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2020
Thank you for the nice comments! Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great home! Clean, functional and friendly. Back deck, and the views with the river for fishing all added highly to the enjoyment level of this home. Would recommend for couples or families.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Family Getaway!!!

My family and I stay 5 night. We loved sitting out by the river, very relaxing. Having breakfast one morning we had deer standing right outside the window. Great location for entering the city or park. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Paradise

This is our second stay at this cabin. We absolutely love it! It's kept clean, it has the best views, and the wildlife comes right up into the yard. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again sometime!
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