Breathtaking Riverfront Cabin/Hot Tub - Sunshine

You can’t stay any closer to the river—because it’s no longer allowed. Sunshine is a modern rustic, year-round cabin perched directly on the edge of the Thompson River, just minutes from the Beaver Meadows entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes Park. Fish just steps from your front door.

Wake to the gentle sound of the river flowing past your cabin, sunlight streaming through the pine trees, and crisp mountain air welcoming you to the heart of the Rockies. Sip hot coffee or tea as you cozy up by the fireplace or relax on the front porch, depending on the season, while the rest of your family slowly wakes. Mornings are filled with simple joys—the sound of bacon sizzling, pancakes or French toast on the griddle, and excited plans for a day of exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. Welcome to Sunshine.

Slow down, unplug, and reconnect with your loved ones through the simple pleasures of nature—just as generations before once did.

ABOUT THE CABIN

This beautifully updated modern rustic cabin features a master bedroom with a queen bed, along with a twin bed and trundle, comfortably sleeping up to four guests. Enjoy your own private hot tub in front of the cabin, a fire pit, and breathtaking views of scenic water and nature, towering pine trees, and local wildlife.

Spend your days fishing right outside your door, firing up the grill, throwing darts, or challenging your loved ones to a friendly game of cornhole on the grounds. The cabin includes internet, Roku TV for streaming, a Keurig coffee maker, and a fully stocked kitchen—everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Upon booking, you will receive a welcome message with a PDF version of our Welcome Guide. Please be sure to review it for check-in details and tips to make the most of your stay.

ABOUT US: RIVER SPRUCE CABINS

Sunshine is part of River Spruce Cabins, an intimate 10-cabin riverfront resort where families return year after year. Here, you can fish from your front yard, relax in your hot tub with a glass of wine overlooking the river, or toast s’mores by your fire pit under the stars. This is not a bare-bones or budget experience—we go out of our way to provide modern amenities and thoughtful details for a complete and memorable stay.

For larger families or multi-family trips, Sunshine can be combined with North Star to create an ideal shared getaway.

We are a fully automated resort, so there’s no waiting in line, no keys to manage, and no checkout hassle. Everything you need is included—linens, towels, cookware, spices, and toiletries—so you can simply arrive and relax.

Book with confidence thanks to our “Love It” Guarantee. If for any reason you don’t love the cabin or feel it was misrepresented, let us know upon arrival and we’ll provide a full refund (less any third-party fees), no questions asked.

Join us in this Rocky Mountain paradise, meet our resident elk right outside your door, and become part of a place families return to year after year.