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Spacious, dog-friendly home w/private hot tub on large deck, mtn views, & more

Lakefront holiday home with private hot tub and kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82380 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Place, Estes Park Golf Course
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Other

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spacious, dog-friendly home w/private hot tub on large deck, mtn views, & more

Elk Ridge Retreat

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Marvel your group with this glorious, open, and airy mountain home and get ready for the getaway of a lifetime! This family-friendly has it all for you to experience the Rocky Mountains like never before without giving up comfort and class. Inside, you'll be greeted by cathedral-like ceilings with enormous windows allowing the views of the mountains and wildlife to permeate this home. The large family room with sun galore boasts one sofa, one recliner, one oversized rocker, and one overstuffed chair with ottoman, which are the epitome of relaxation and comfort. The wood-burning fireplace is in charge to keep everybody warm during your stay and the flatscreen TV will keep everyone entertained no matter what. Just off the living room is the formal dining room with a rustic table for eight. A wood-burning fireplace right next to the dining table will add warmth during your dinners. The fully-equipped kitchen has every item that you need to create wonderful meals including a Keurig coffee maker with an adapter for regular coffee. Challenge your friends to a ping-pong tournament using the ping-pong table available in the garage; all you have to do is unfold it to play. Outside, the large deck offers plenty of seating to chill and relax, a picnic table and benches,a round rod iron table with four chairs, a gas grill, and your very own private hot tub. From here you can view the lake, the Town of Estes Park and Prospect Mountain. And that's not it! This charming mountain getaway allows dogs, so don't hesitate to bring the family dog with you.

What's nearby:
Sitting at 7,522 feet above sea level, this town is a favorite Colorado getaway due to its proximity to the Rocky Mountain National Park (you'll be only six and a half miles away), landmarks such as the historic Stanley Hotel, and a variety of galleries and family-friendly museums that are well worth a visit. Less than one mile away is the Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course and if you or anyone in your group are golf enthusiasts, you'll be thrilled to know that this house offers two sets of basic golf clubs available for renters to use. This includes two bags and golf balls all located in the garage. If you're more of an outdoor person, the Lake Estes Marina is a short three-mile drive where you can find boat rentals, including kayaks and canoes and fishing, paddle, and pontoon boats. It's the perfect place to visit with your family, especially if during summer.

Things to know:
Brand new hot tub as of summer 2022
Free high speed broadband Internet
DIRECTV is available on several TVs

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 1.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Historic Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Consider Performance Park for a night out or Estes Park Memorial Observatory if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Estes Park Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stanley Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious, dog-friendly home w/private hot tub on large deck, mtn views, & more pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious, dog-friendly home w/private hot tub on large deck, mtn views, & more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, dog-friendly home w/private hot tub on large deck, mtn views, & more?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, dog-friendly home w/private hot tub on large deck, mtn views, & more located?

This family-friendly Estes Park holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Estes Park Golf Course, Stanley Park and Estes Park Museum. The Stanley Hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Marilyn S.

Elk Ridge Retreat

Large house very close to town and park. Great views of the mountains and a quiet neighborhood. House needs some updating with all windows that open and close. Nails on deck need to be replaced so they don’t stick up and cause cuts. Otherwise large and spacious for an enjoyable stay for a large group.
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10/10 Excellent

Zachary R.

Perfect house for a mountain getaway

The house was beautiful and in a perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

James R.

Elk Ridge Retreat - A home away from home

You can be comfortable here immediately and enjoy quiet, spacious, well appointed surroundings. Your are a short drive from downtown Estes Park and other area attractions. Be ready to photograph views and even herds of elk if you visit in the fall season.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia K.

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

Home away from home!

We had an absolutely wonderful time here. The house was perfect for our family of 6 plus grandma. The kids especially enjoyed all the toys, games, movies and the hot tub. We are looking forward to staying again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Quick Family Getaway

House was exactly like pictures portrayed. Easy, quick drive to downtown Estes. Very big and nice views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malorie N.

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

Incredible!!

Beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jose V.

Granddaughters birthday celebration! (11)

We surprised our granddaughter with a weekend away. She LOVED it! It was a great time away with our kids and grandkids! The house was PERFECT!
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Memories of a lifetime

All beds were comfortable... so many things to do at this home! Spacious home with a beautiful neighborhood. Even met one of the neighbors!! Hot tub was also clean and enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sundeep S.

Lovely home

Everything about this home is wonderful. We were a family of seven and had an amazing time. Kitchen is fully equipped. Sitting in hot tub outdoor with wind blowing was super fun. The younger one occupied the den to play his video games.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

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

Enjoyable, comfortable, relaxing!

My husband, dog, and I came to Estes Park to celebrate our honeymoon. We felt comfortable as soon as we walked in. There were so many amenities provided. This is one of the best rentals we’ve stayed in. Thank you to the owners for sharing their beautiful, cozy home with us. We’ll be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Great location!

We had a great time at the Elk Ridge Retreat! The location in a quiet neighborhood was so nice. We got to see some wildlife from the back deck. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a few meals which was so nice. The house is older but has a lot of charm to it. Our only complaint was the master bed and pillows were not comfortable. Defiantly could use a new bed and pillow set. Other than that it was great. Would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Beautiful & relaxing home

Large property, as described. Had everything we needed in the kitchen & bathrooms. Games, movies, books, ping pong. View was very nice. Hot tub was great. Location is a few minutes from the main area of town, but feels quite. However, there are other houses closer than I thought based on pics. We werent sure which way to open the flue, so that information wouldve been nice. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Andrea H.

Great not amazing in Estes Park

Overall great trip. I arrived and the fireplace glass was was broken and at first the vacasa rep blamed me for it even though we had only been there 5 minutes when I reported it. It really dampened the trip for me. The whole time I was nervous that I was going to mess something up and get blamed for it. The house was really nice and was great for kids. You are also out in the open there is not privacy at all in any area of the yard. At all. Not any. There's like 7 houses that have full view of everything. That was fine but just not ideal. Overall great trip great house just wish Vacasa was better and wish it didn't start off on the wrong foot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Angel W.

No Heat!!!!

We arrived to the property right at Che in time of 4:00 excited to start our girls’ trip. The place was absolutely freezing!!!!! The thermostat said 50 degrees. I made several phone calls to Vacasa to get the situation fixed and it took almost 6 hours for the house to heat up. We sat on the couch in our coats, hats and gloves and even though we made the best of the situation we were terribly distracted by the frigid temperature in the house. It was warmer outside than in the house! The owners, property managers or cleaning folks should have cranked that heat hours before we arrived. Also lots of broken cabinets and the door leading outside from the main suite bathroom to the deck didn’t close/lock. We had to put a chair in front of it to ensure some safety. I walking with my 3 girlfriends will NOT stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay! The house was very clean and kitchen well-stocked. The house was in a prime location for accessibility to RMNP and Estes Park. The highlight of our stay was when a herd of elk walked through the yard and we heard bugling!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for views of the mountains and lake. Enjoyed the little chipmunks running around the property. House was well stocked with kitchen supplies. Neighbors were quiet. Very relaxing. Would just suggest a few furniture replacements. A chair the living room was torn in the back and another chair was lumpy. Also a lamp shade in an upstairs was literally being held in place by tape
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave & Debbie L.

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

Love It!

We enjoyed our stay at the Elk Ridge Retreat. Initial access with the keypad was a bit of a challenge but we finally got it. The home was very comfortable. The back deck and hot tub was a bonus and one we used frequently. The extra toys and games for the kids were greatly appreciated. The neighborhood was nice and quite with deer, elk, and turkey wandering through. Easy access to Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown. A very good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Estes family vaca

Great and accommodating house in a quiet neighborhood, but close to town. Deer, elk, wild turkeys…we had so much fun watching them move through the yard. We will likely return to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

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

Amazing

This was a wonderful home with everything there you would need. It was very clean and easy to check in and out of. We made a lot of meals there so it was nice to have so many cooking items. The hot tub was wonderful also.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Great space in a quiet relaxing neighborhood

Close to downtown. Cozy house. Saw deer and elk in the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Nathan S.

Nice cabin, hard to have temperature just right

Nice location, very private. Easy to get where you want to go. Kitchen had lots of things, but hard to find what you needed and knives were really dull.

8/10 Good

sally v.

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

Doors don’t lock

The door to the hot tub deck doesn’t lock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Lovely home in Estes

Love everything about this home. Wish we would have stayed longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Tim S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Pros & Cons

Pros - excellent location, quiet & friendly neighborhood, comfortable beds, ping-pong table, nice outdoor spaces, beautiful views, towels were clean and plentiful, good sized house for a 3-bedroom, hot tub, close to town, golf, parks, lake, etc. Cons - house very cluttered (closets, kitchen, garage, all cabinets), housekeeping did a nice job but this house needs a deep cleaning, Vacasa advertised WiFi was very slow and unreliable negatively impacting work and school for us (owner has a separate very fast WiFi network that we discovered half way through our stay, posted separately on the refrigerator), Vacasa management gave us bad info multiple times regarding trash pickup - we had to contact them 3 times during our 2 1/2 week stay to deal with it, each time with different and usually incorrect answers), family room layout not conducive to conversation or to television viewing. Overall we loved the location and many things about the house, but the cons listed had us booking a different house for next summer.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Estes Park Elk Ridge Retreat

We loved everything about it! Clean to a T, hot tub as my wife says "lovely", comfy beds, kitchen utensils abundant, I could go on but you get the picture. This place has everything! We had an issue with the TV and less than an hour a tech was on-site. We'd definitely search out this property next time we enjoy Estes!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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