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Riverfront READAWAY Near Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61992 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Drake, CO
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Estes Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Riverfront READAWAY Near Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park

Quiet • Private • Perfect for a Peaceful Getaway

Looking for a peaceful readaway? Escape to our cozy riverfront cabin on the Big Thompson River—just 7 minutes from downtown Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park.

This private mountain retreat is designed for slowing down. Mountain views, the gentle sound of the river, and a welcoming wood-burning fireplace set the tone for quiet mornings, relaxed afternoons, and cozy evenings year-round. Bring a good book, sip something warm, and enjoy screen-free time with a puzzle as the world moves a little slower outside.

Why Guests Book (and Rebook) This Cabin

*Private riverfront location — rare, quiet, and deeply relaxing
*Panoramic mountain and river views from inside and out
*Wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings
*Curated collection of puzzles & books — perfect for unplugged nights
*Spacious wraparound deck & riverside fire pit
*Open-concept living space with vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows
*Fast Wi-Fi, Smart TV & fully equipped kitchen — unplug or stay connected on your own terms
*Cozy Cabin Extras You’ll Love
*Large dining table ideal for spreading out puzzles or board games
*Peaceful setting that invites lingering, focus, and true relaxation
*Abundant natural light during the day and a warm, inviting glow by night

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 8)
*Bedroom 1: Queen bed + futon
*Bedroom 2: Queen bed
*Loft: Full bed

Perfect for couples, families, small groups, reading retreats, puzzle lovers, or quiet mountain escapes.

Why This Cabin Is Special Year-Round
*Calming river views and a serene natural setting
*Evenings spent by the fireplace with a book or puzzle and the soothing sound of the river
*Easy access to hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic drives, and outdoor adventures
*Downtown Estes Park just minutes away with cafés, bookstores, breweries, and local charm
*Ideal for weekend getaways, extended stays, or creative retreats

Why Estes Park?
*Estes Park offers the perfect balance of peaceful mountain living and memorable experiences—any time of year.
*The Stanley Hotel — historic tours, ghost stories, and iconic charm
*Historic Park Theatre — catch a movie in one of the oldest operating theaters in the U.S.
*Seasonal & Special Events — festivals, live music, art walks, and pop-up markets throughout the year
*Rocky Mountain National Park — hiking, wildlife viewing, and endless scenic inspiration
*Charming Downtown — boutiques, cozy coffee shops, breweries, galleries, and restaurants
*Aerial Tramway, snowshoeing, guided tours, and scenic drives

Whether you’re exploring during the day or enjoying a quiet night out, Estes Park delivers unforgettable moments just minutes from the cabin.

Book With Confidence
Guests consistently rave about the peaceful riverfront setting, cozy fireplace, spacious layout, and thoughtful hospitality. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family stay, or a quiet readaway filled with books and puzzles, this cabin offers comfort, privacy, and unforgettable mountain views.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Drake

Located in Drake, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The Stanley Hotel and Historic Estes Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mustang Mountain Coaster and Estes Park Memorial Observatory. Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf 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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Drake, CO

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Lake Estes Marina - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Stanley Park - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 8 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront READAWAY Near Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park 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 Riverfront READAWAY Near Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront READAWAY Near Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront READAWAY Near Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Estes, The Stanley Hotel, and Lake Estes Marina. Estes Valley Dog Park and Estes Park Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donavon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay while visiting RMNP
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a amazing place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

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

Great location... and great place

AF is an amazing place in the summer
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

jeff w.

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

Family Stay

The cabin was comfortable and the location is a perfect distance from Estes Park. The sound of the river at night with the windows open was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a great experience with this cabin. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very peaceful. Close to everything but away from the business of the town. Loved the sounds of the river when we opened the windows in the living room. Definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great. being a native to Colorado and having the ability to go to the mountains and get out of the city to a beautiful place was great. The cabin was clean and we all loved the porch over looking the Big Thompson River. My daughter and her friends really loved the cabin and enjoyed to celebrate her 17th Birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication
No heat downstairs, had to buy our own firewood, and shower upstairs leaked to bathroom downstairs. Property outside was not kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a quirky but lovely home! The best equipped kitchen I have experienced at a rental. The only suggestion I have is to add some lighting to the bedroom upstairs - it is very dark! Danielle was a very responsive host. The location was very convenient for visiting Rocky Mtn. National Park. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

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

Awesome home

This was a great home for our family. So spacious and the owner was great in responding quickly. This is a great home and location. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was wonderful. It was located outside of town, so was extremely peaceful. It was maintained great and we never found a moment where we were needing anything. Owners were responsive. Cell phone service was hit and miss, but thats exactly what we were looking for. Very unique property, and we had our best fishing days right in front of the cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garrett E.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
We did not stay - the cleaning service did not show up and the cabin was not livable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming

Overall this is a beautiful property. The cabin
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean, well maintained, and well appointed. The location was easy to get to yet had plenty of privacy and felt like a retreat. The house I’d quaint enough to feel like a cabin but spacious enough for 5 adults and a teenage boy not to feel like we were on top of each other. We were able to cook an entire Thanksgiving meal with the cookware/utensils provided. We had a wonderful time! My only recommendation would be to max your party at 6 adults (that can share beds) or else don’t mind sleeping on couches. My son planned to sleep on the futon in the master bedroom with us but it wasn’t very comfortable. He ended up sleeping on one of the couches in the living area. Not a huge deal for us but always good to know.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle D.

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

Great location: Quiet and peaceful

This cabin was great for our family. We all loved being on the river. There were two elk that hung out near our cabin. The cleaning crew did not clean before our stay, at no fault of the host. When we notified the host, they were quick to respond and had it cleaned quickly for us. Great host and great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All in all the stay was good. Minor things like coffee pot and dvd The bed in second bedroom is difficult for older folks to get in and out of. Loved being by river and it was close to Estes Park and RMNP. Appliances worked well Host responded to questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Property was nice and clean inside. Exterior of the property was in need of some general maintenance. Property manager assured me she would address this. Everything worked as expected. It’s advertised as 3 bedrooms and although it does have 3 separate sleeping areas one of the areas is not at all private and is actually a bed placed in a breakfast nook. The location is perfect. Over all I was happy with the stay and it was a nice experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Perfect location

It was a very nice cabin right on the river. Being unfamiliar with the area, I did think that the house was going to be more remote than it actually was, and you can’t really see the river while sitting inside the house. (Both of these things the owner obviously cannot control). We did have some elk come into the yard and saw an otter while playing in the river, which was awesome! Overall a nice house and convenient to Estes Park and RMNP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David W.

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

Had a great time.

Had a wonderful time. Beds slept great. Living room furniture needs a deep cleaning for a more fresh smell. Had to purchase a new coffee maker. One in the cabin is not the one pictured in the listing. This place is located in a woody area, but could use an outdoor refreshing, lots of debris on porch. Bathrooms were very clean and smelled very clean upon arrival. Owners were great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

Enjoyed our escape to Estes

We had an absolutely wonderful and cozy stay! Great communication. Great accommodations. Great location. The kitchen was stocked with all necessities for cooking. The views are great and the home rests in a very peaceful setting. I loved sitting on the deck (and next to the open windows in the LR) to hear the sounds of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Love the sound of the rushing river!

The host was an excellent communicator, and even volunteered to connect us with a fishing guide. The multi-level property is built into a hill right above the Big Thompson River, and there are stairs down to the river where you can fish for rainbow and brown trout from their property. Well equipped and nicely furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Nice house, no AC

Love the location and river access. The property itself is commensurate with the cost. Our kids enjoyed the property also. Everything was in working order. Only complaint would be that we booked bc the listing said Air Conditioning. There was no AC. That was our main reason for booking. And initially the host was very responsive but never did get replies back for our early check-in or AC question (upon arrival).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carissa W.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Delinah A.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Witte

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Meet Your Hosts: Danielle & Ben Witte

Hi, we’re Danielle and Ben Witte—Colorado natives with a lifelong love for the mountains. We grew up skiing fresh powder, hiking alpine trails, and camping under starlit skies. For us, Estes Park has always been a place of magic and meaning—a backdrop for some of our best childhood memories and now, a place where we reconnect as a family.

We’re passionate about the outdoors and all the simple joys Colorado offers. Whether it’s casting a fly into a quiet stretch of river, spotting wildlife at sunrise, or sharing stories around a campfire, we believe life is simply better in the mountains. Estes Park has a way of grounding you—it helps you breathe deeper, sleep better, and slow down.

This cabin is more than a vacation rental—it’s part of our story. We designed and built it with care and intention, hoping it would become a space where others can create lasting memories, just as we have.

We’re honored to share this peaceful mountain retreat with you. Whether it’s your first visit to Estes Park or a return to a beloved destination, we hope this place feels like home—and leaves you feeling rested, reconnected, and inspired.

Welcome to the mountains. We’re so glad you’re here.give thi

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood because it embodies everything we love about mountain living—peaceful surroundings, breathtaking natural beauty, and a slower, more intentional pace that’s hard to find in today’s fast-moving world.

For years, we traveled to the mountains with our family, searching for a place that felt like more than just a getaway. We wanted stunning views, yes—but also a sense of belonging. The first time we visited this area, we knew we’d found it. The sound of wind rustling through the trees, sunlight dancing across the peaks, and the calm stillness of the river made us pause, breathe deeper, laugh more, and reconnect with what truly matters.

What makes this neighborhood special isn’t just the location—though you’re just minutes from scenic trails, alpine lakes, and iconic mountain vistas. It’s the feeling you get when you’re here. Neighbors wave. Kids play outside. Evenings are filled with stories, campfires, and skies ablaze with stars. It’s a place that invites connection and reminds you of simpler, more meaningful moments.

This is a community that encourages you to unplug, slow down, and focus on what matters most. Whether your visit is for adventure or quiet rest, this setting makes it effortless to do both—and to create lasting memories along the way.

We feel incredibly lucky to call this place part of our story, and we’re grateful to share it with guests like you.

What makes this property unique

The View That Sets Our Cabin Apart

What truly sets our Estes Park cabin apart is the view—not just its beauty, but how it makes you feel. Nestled along the Big Thompson River, the cabin offers a front-row seat to Colorado’s natural splendor in every season. Nearly every window frames a postcard-perfect scene: rushing water, towering pines, and snow-dusted peaks on the horizon.

In summer, the spacious deck becomes the heart of the home. Wildflowers bloom, the river flows just steps away, and the mountain air feels fresh and grounding. It’s the perfect spot for morning coffee or unwinding at sunset with a glass of wine. Hummingbirds flit by the feeders, and you might even hear elk calling in the distance—gentle reminders that you’re truly immersed in nature.

Winter transforms the landscape into a quiet, snow-covered wonderland. Whether curled up by the fireplace or watching snowflakes drift past the Great Room’s tall windows, it feels like living inside a snow globe. There’s a stillness here that invites reflection, rest, and connection.

Each season brings its own magic:

Spring: vibrant greens and rushing rivers fed by mountain snowmelt.

Summer: wildflowers, wildlife, and long evenings by the water.

Fall: golden aspens, crisp air, and breathtaking mountain colors.

Winter: peaceful silence and snow-draped landscapes.

This cabin isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to feel. A true mountain escape where you can slow down, reconnect, and rediscover what matters most. The view may draw you in, but it’s the sense of peace and presence you’ll carry with you long after you leave.

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