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Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc

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Exploration Cabin is tucked between L'tl Prospect Mtn. & the Big Thompson River.
Exploration Cabin is fit for king and queen.
Living Room
Front entrance.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk Room

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc

Escape to the best of Colorado mountain cabins. PRIME LOCATION. Idyllic cozy riverside retreat blending super-clean rustic charm with luxury comforts of home. High quality. Thoughtfully designed by THIS MOUNTAIN LIFE for couples and small families. Easily walk to town dining, shops and attractions, or enjoy short drives to the best Rocky Mountain National Park trails. After a day exploring, unwind in a warm, inviting space with authentic mountain character and modern ease. PEACE and QUIET. Convenient free parking, fast free Wi-Fi, and hassle-free cancellations. Come stay with us! Your mountain memories start here. Estes Valley Vacation Home Reg. #3236.

Why Guests Love THIS MOUNTAIN LIFE?

UNBEATABLE LOCATION – A scenic 2-minute stroll to downtown Estes Park and all our active village has to offer and just 2 miles to Rocky Mountain National Park.

SPARKLING CLEAN & Impeccably Restored – A harmonious blend of rustic charm and first-class finishes.

FLEXIBLE & Hassle-Free Stays – 2 to 4-night minimums with a 30-day no-hassle cancellation policy.

EXCUSIVIE Amenities – Fully stocked kitchen, premium linens, hiking maps, books & guides.

FREE front door parking.

FREE fast Wi-Fi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
May smoke outside.
Guest is required to sign a RenterAgreement within 48 hours. Security Deposit (via cc hold) of $500. Minimum Age to rent is 21.
NO Smoking. NO pets. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number Estes Valley Vacation Home Registration #3126
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Downtown Estes Park, a neighbourhood in Estes Park, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Historic Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. 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 Aerial Tramway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bond Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Estes - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rock Cut Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc on 25 May 2026 start from £203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Storybook Exploration Cabin - Best of Cozy Colorado Mountain Cabins - Prime Loc located?

Located in Downtown Estes Park, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Estes Park Aerial Tramway and Historic Estes Park. Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin! Loved the little touches and the way they kept it in the past but providing just the right updates! Cheryl and Rick were great hosts. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zeph L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin in the beautiful Estes Park. The Cabin itself is stunning and perfectly quirky but also a short walk away from all that Estes Park has to offer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My girls described this quaint cabin as a "fairytale" and I couldn't agree more. Incredibly well-maintained, full of character, and so many small but meaningful touches that make this cabin feel like home away from home. Amazing location, walking distance to town, a bike ride to hiking trails, and natural splendor. We made great memories here, and Rick and Cheryl were AMAZING hosts! Unmatched hospitality and responsiveness. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house. Super cute and located really close to several stores and restaurants. The interior was perfect for our family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Cozy, Rustic, and Just Right

We loved our stay in the Exploration Cabin. It was just what we were looking for: Excellent location, well-appointed, EXTREMELY clean, and felt good to be in. The proximity to everything in Estes was great, as we could walk to everything in town and easily get in and out without having to wait much for traffic. Definitely recommended.
Clean, well-appointed kitchen with a variety of pots and pans and utensils, plus snacks, coffee, tea, and hot cocoa.
The "map room" was cool, and the window seat was a great place to sit and read with the window open and the fresh air flowing in.
The Talls had to watch our heads, but it was no big deal. Excellent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin! So cute and comfortable. Great service by managers
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and great cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The cabin was bigger inside than expected and had plenty of room for myself, my husband and a friend. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The cabin was perfect walking distance to downtown. Will stay here again and would highly recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WELDON L.

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

Sweet setup

Cozy little place. Walking distance to town. Cute creekside sitting area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leasa C.

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

Rocky Mountain NP Base Camp

Unique well appointed cabin which was a great base camp for our national park adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little property with lots of thoughtful appointments! It’s in a perfect location for walking everywhere in Estes Park. The hosts were so friendly and even brought my son a birthday cake after I mentioned it was his birthday! It made his day! We loved our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin with attention to details.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric s.

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

an Estes Park gem !

We took an impromptu trip to Estes Park and were thrilled to book this cabin. The online pics were enticing but when we entered this cabin in person it was beyond our expectations. The attention to detail that Rick & Cheryl took to this cabin are almost museum quality. The map room, the cold storage shadow box, antique books - just phenomenal. The fully functional kitchen was well appointed. Coffee was available, even a couple of Dr Peppers for us Texans. The Big Thompson river is right across the street with a bench to enjoy the scene and sounds. The cabin is easy 5 min walk to the downtown shops and restaurants, and even closer to the Rock Cut Brewing, yet off the main drag so hardly any vehicle traffic. Do yourself a favor and stay here. You can thank me later.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

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

Stay in the Mountains

Cabin was perfect for exploring Estes Park and RMNP. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Unique and well-appointed

Our weeklong stay at the exploration cabin in Estes Park was exactly what we wanted— relaxing and beautiful in a unique atmosphere. The hosts were quickly responsive to any questions we had, the check in and check out process was easy and flawless. We love reading books based in the old West and so staying in this thoughtfully appointed cabin was a delightfully unique experience. It gave us a taste of days long ago yet had the amenities necessary for a comfortable stay. Location is near enough downtown to be very accessible, yet with distance enough to be quiet and away from the hubbub. Highly recommended property and hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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Exploration Cabin

My wife and I stayed at Exploration cabin to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. The cabin was clean and cozy. The pictures on the app were accurate. The location is within walking distance to “downtown” Estes Park where all the shops and restaurants are. The host was easy to contact and fast to respond. I would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Cozy Cabin

Everything was fantastic! Being able to walk to the downtown was great as well! Cabin was beautiful with all we needed. Lots of room!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

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

One of a kind.

If you are looking for a
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Perfect little cabin!!

We loved this perfect little cabin! The owners thought of everything when they fixed up this darling 1920’s rustic cabin.Such attention to detail in every space! Perfect for a romantic getaway or for a small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Mountain Getaway

I cannot express how absolutely perfect our stay was at This Mountain Life. Our entire family loved the coziness of the cabin, and the location can't be beat. Our hosts were kind, prompt in communicating and addressed all of our questions and needs. We had an excellent experience overall and look forward to returning next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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National Parks Road Trip

Our stay in Estes Park was the last stop on a two-week National Parks road trip that took us from Texas to Wyoming to Montana to Colorado. The four-night stay at Exploration Cabin was an excellent end to our trip and a relaxing base camp after a long day of hiking at RMNP. The cabin was just the right size for 4 people, and we enjoyed evening strolls through town. The hosts were so helpful even before our arrival, sending a thoughtful reminder email the day before we needed to book our timed entry for the park based on our arrival date. Honestly, this one detail saved our trip, as I certainly would have missed it. During our stay Cheryl was very responsive with requests or questions. We love Estes and had a wonderful time. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Great little cabin in Estes!

This cabin is adorable, is within walking distance to downtown, and is well stocked with everything you need. Rick and Cheryl were awesome hosts and we enjoyed meeting and visiting with them. Would 100% recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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Cute Cabin

Great place to stay when visiting Rocky Mountain National Park. It was also walking distance to downtown Estes Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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Great cabin near everything!

This cabin is legit! It was a great place to base out of during our Estes Park vacation. First, the location is prime. The cabin is within walking distance - very short walking distance - of downtown Estes. It is also a five minute walk to the Estes Park Tram, which was awesome. It's also a very short walk to Fun City, which has some great activities for families. The cabin itself is so neat. It's very historic, but comes with all the amenities, including WiFi! The bedroom with the bunk beds was great for the kids, and we had plenty of room for our family of four to spread out. The cabin was very clean, has a functional kitchen, and the bathroom has everything you need. Cheryl was great and met us when we arrived to make sure we got in to the cabin and had everything we needed. She was so friendly! Cheryl is also very accessible while you are there in case you need anything. We have no complaints about this cabin. If you are looking for a cabin with charm, close to attractions, and somewhere unique, this is the place for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tina and Scott W.

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

Charming Cabin

Our stay at Exploration Cabin was great! Charming cabin, roomy and well-equipped. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rick and Cheryl Grigsby

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For the past 15 years Rick & Cheryl have been recreating historic downtown property into 3 legendary mountaintown vacation traveler cabins. They are situated at the foot of Prospect Mountain and across the Big Thompson River in the heart of Colorado’s sublime Estes Region. Redemption, Exploration and Reflection Cabins (aka This Mountain Life Extraordinary Guesthouses) are fruit of their adventure story. They love to share it. They are the designers, builders & hosts. They attend to every detail and share locat tips.

Why they chose this property

Exploration Cabin quintessential Colorado vacation property with an idyllic mountain & riverside setting. It satisfies the need for beauty and a place where nature may heal and give strength to body, soul, and mind.

What makes this property unique

Privacy, location, accessibility, walkability, wildlife, mountainside attributes, riverside attributes, rushing water sounds, authenticity, craftsmanship, attention to detail.

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