Perfect for Couples, Friends, & Small Families. License #3051
About the property
- Cabin
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay2 - 3 nights
2 Cabins for the price of 1 - each with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and sleeper sofas
We are excited to welcome you to Estes Park, our little piece of paradise. We hope to provide you with an exceptional vacation experience.
This unique rental has two separate cabins on one property, each with one bedroom, one bath, and living area. The larger "Smiling Elk" has a full modern kitchen with a wonderful gas stove, full bath, queen bed, sleeper sofa, washer/dryer, and a wood-burning fireplace. Free wi-fi and a flat-screen TV with Direct TV complete the package. We provide all linens, towels, a stocked kitchen, and toiletries. The kitchen includes coffee, tea, paper goods, and all the dishes and cooking equipment you may need. There is also a crock pot so you can have dinner ready and waiting when you return from the day's activities.
The smaller and adorable "Little Bear" has a partial kitchen (sink, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker), 3/4 bath with tiled shower, two twin beds, and a sleeper sofa. This cabin also has a flat-screen TV and free internet.
This property is ideal for couples, friends, or small families. It is situated near the west side of town, with easy access to Rocky Mountain National Park, yet only three miles from downtown. Several restaurants, coffee shops, miniature golf, and groceries are within walking distance. A free shuttle to downtown stops at the resort next door every hour, so you could leave the driving to others and just enjoy the ride.
Enjoy a backyard BBQ on the gas grill, or visit Smokin' Dave's BBQ and Baba's Burgers, two local favorites. Coffee on the Rocks is open early if you prefer to have your coffee prepared for you. All of these are just down the street and around the corner. Country Market has groceries, gas, and great ice cream. The well-known Dunraven Inn restaurant is a short drive to the west, accessible without navigating the downtown traffic.
We are happy to answer any questions you may have about the Estes Park area and Rocky Mountain National Park, including local favorites, day hike suggestions, etc. Just give us a call before or during your stay. We want your vacation to be full of good memories, and will do what we can do to make that happen.
If these cabins aren't available the dates you desire, please check out our other property that's right downtown - VRBO # 471009 - Riverwalk Loft Condos.
We look forward to being your hosts in Estes Park!
Owner
SCOTT THOMPSON
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- English
- Calendar last updated:
- May 24, 2018
About SCOTT THOMPSON
Scott and Karen Thompson live and work in Estes Park; Scott as a real estate consultant and Karen as an executive assistant at Town Hall. We have lived in Estes Park nine years, but like many, have been visiting the area since childhoood. We sincerely enjoy hosting guests from all over the world, and want to make sure they have great memories of their vacation here. The Estes Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park have so much to offer, and we are blessed to be able to live here year-round. Giving back to the community is important to us, and we especially enjoy volunteering for local events like the Estes Park Duck Race, Elk fest, and Catch the Glow Parade. We have two adult daughters and enjoy hiking and serving others in our spare time. The photo was taken from the summit of Longs Peak.
SCOTT THOMPSON purchased this Cabin in 2014
Why SCOTT THOMPSON chose Estes Park
We do our best to provide our guests with very clean accommodations, and will go the extra mile to make your stay special. It is our desire to make your stay with us so enjoyable that you will return, and feel comfortable referring your friends and relatives to stay at Little Bear Cottages or Riverwalk Loft Condos (VRBO 471009). We truly appreciate your patronage, and hope we have met all your needs.
What makes this Cabin unique
Enjoy your morning coffee on the east-facing front porch, soaking up the Colorado sunshine. With close to 300 days of sunshine a year and a sky more blue than you'll ever see (and thousands of stars by night), Estes Park is full of natural beauty. Events in town are just minutes away (remember that free shuttle), and the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park is less than two miles away. Having two separate cabins allows couples or friends to have private accommodations, while being able to share meals and relax in either cabin. Older children would enjoy being independent in their "own" cabin, while the parents can supervise from a short distance away (+-50 feet) in the main residence.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Kids Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Smiling Elk1 queen, 1 sleep sofa /futon, Sleeper sofa in living room
- Little Bear2 twin/ single, 1 sleep sofa /futon, Sleeper sofa in living room
- Smiling Elk has one comfy queen bed and a double sleeper sofa. Little Bear has two twin beds and a queen sleeper sofa.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Smiling Elktoilet, combination tub/shower
- Little Beartoilet, shower
- Smiling Elk has one full bath. Little Bear has a 3/4 bath. Both have hair dryers and toiletries (shampoo, lotion, soap).
Location Type
- VillageWithin walking distance (approximately 3 miles) to downtown Estes Park and the Beaver Meadows Entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park (approximately 1 mile)
- Mountain ViewNestled in the pines at the base of Prospect Mountain
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Budget
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Adventure
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- ParkingOff street. Room for three cars maximum.
- Air ConditioningCeiling fans in both cabins for great mountain air on those rare hot days.
- Linens ProvidedAll linens provided for both cabins.
- Washing MachineFull-sized washer in Smiling Elk.
- Clothes DryerFull-sized dryer in Smiling Elk.
- FireplaceWood-burning fireplace in Smiling Elk. Furnish your own firewood.
- Heating
- InternetYes. No additional charge.
- Towels ProvidedAll towels provided for both cabins.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomLiving areas in both cabins.
- Free Wifi
Kitchen
- DishwasherNo dishwasher. Soap and drying rack in both cabins.
- RefrigeratorLarge refrigerator in Smiling Elk. Mini fridge in Little Bear.
- StoveAwesome gas stove in Smiling Elk. Little Bear does not have a stove.
- OvenGas oven in Smiling Elk. No oven in Little Bear.
- MicrowaveMicrowaves in both cabins.
- Coffee MakerBoth cabins have coffee makers
- ToasterSmiling Elk has a toaster. No toaster in Little Bear.
- Pantry ItemsCoffee, creamer, sugar, salt/pepper. Other items added on request.
- Dishes & UtensilsAll dishes and utensils included in both cabins
- KitchenFull kitchen in Smiling Elk. Partial kitchen in Little Bear. Both have dishes, tableware, glassware, coffee, creamer/sugar.
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningTable for 4 in Smiling Elk. Additional seating in living area. Little Bear has seating for three or four. Booster seat or high chair provided upon request at time of reservation.
- comfy seating for 4 people
Entertainment
- TelevisionFlat screens.
- Satellite / CableDirect TV
Outside
- Lawn / Garden
- Kayak / CanoeAvailable for rent in Estes Park.
- BoatAvailable for rent at Lake Estes Marina
- Outdoor GrillGas grill.
- Lanai / GazeboPergola in back yard.
- TennisTennis courts are located at Stanley Park, approximately 4 miles from cabins.
- GolfTwo courses in Estes Park. 18 and 9 hole - both are public courses.
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- marina
- museums
- playground
- live theater
- restaurants
- health/beauty spa
- festivals
Leisure Activities
- scenic drives
- walking
- bird watching
- paddle boating
- sight seeing
- sledding
- horseback riding
- boating
- miniature golf
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
- photography
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- equestrian events
- swimming
- sailing
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- mountain biking
- mountaineering
- hunting
- tennis
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- hiking
- mountain climbing
- rafting
- whitewater rafting
- cross country skiing
- racquetball
- rock climbing
Notes
- Estes Park has something for everyone: climbing wall, ropes course, beautiful scenery, miniature golf, swimming pool, shopping, playgrounds and parks, sightseeing, dining, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, art galleries, museums, library, concerts, special events, sing-a-longs, golf, nature and historical programs, and much more. Those are things to do in the town of Estes Park - Rocky Mountain National Park has it's own list of amenities!
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
38 Reviews
Latest reviews
Very nice, clean, updated cabins.
The cabins had everything we needed for our stay. Very comfortable. Owners were very accomodating.
Cute & Cozy
Nice little cabins convieniently located to Rocky Mtn Natl Park, The Stanley Hotel and downtown Estes Park! Scott and Karen were wonderful to work with. Smiling Elk has a wonderful wood burning fireplace that is heaven after a blustery day at RMNP! Would recommend these accommodations even though you are close to neighbors it is a quiet stay!
Relaxing Place
The cabins weren’t fancy but homey. I liked having 2 cabins. We stayed with another couple and it was nice to have privacy when u wanted it.
This place was tremendous for the price! They had absolutely everything we needed!!
We didn’t have to run out and waste money on laundry detergent or dish soap or even coffee creamer! It was very clean and comfortable. And on the morning we left, we overslept and barely had time to get up and make it to the airport. It was so nice not having to worry about washing sheets and towels as we have had to do in the past at over vacation homes. We will be back!
We are glad that you had such an enjoyable experience. Our goal is to make sure all our guests have all the necessities of home and then some and we are always adding to the list. We also strive to make sure the cabins are spotless when the next guest arrives. Please come back and visit us again.
Nice cottages
This is a very nice place to stay. Quiet, comfortable, good location. I do have some practical advice for anyone staying here. Think of the two cottages more like one cottage(smiling elk) with a detached bedroom(little bear). If you're looking for the Wi-Fi password, check out instructions, or clean sheets these can all be found at smiling elk not in little bear. Don't rent little bear thinking you're going to use the fold out couch as a bed. It is the same quality as most old fold out beds, and no one with a tricky back should think they are going to get away with sleeping on that fold out.
We are glad that you had an enjoyable experience. Little Bear is like a detached bedroom only 30 feet away with a 3/4 bathroom and an efficiency kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, dishes and a mini-fridge. The beds are definitely more comfortable than the fold out couches and there are plenty of extra sheets if they are needed. The fold out couch in Little Bear is rarely slept in and just over two years old. Please come back and visit us again.
Wonderful Cabin!
My husband and I had a great time at the Little Bear Cottages. Our cabin was clean, cozy, and inviting, and the perfect resting spot after hiking in the national park. Everything you would want in a small Colorado cabin!!!
Location
Located on the west side of Estes Park near the south entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Private and quiet neighborhood. Very short distance to great restaurants, groceries, liquor store, Mary's Lake, YMCA of the Rockies, etc. Smokin' Dave's BBQ and the Dunraven Inn are all nearby. The free shuttle will pick you up on Riverside just east of the cabins to take you into town or Rocky Mountain National Park.