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Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Living room with gas fireplace in winter.
Master bedroom with King Bed.
The deck in back of Elkhorn Cottage with a view of Longs Peak. Gas Fire pit.
Front of Elkhorn Cottage in the winter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61721 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Historic Estes Park
  • Place, Estes Park Aerial Tramway
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views

License #3133

Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home, Beautiful Views, Close to town and RMNP, Wi-Fi

This unique property can be rented as 2B/2B or 3B/3B. There is a separate (detached) guest suite (Moose Room) that has a nice bedroom, bathroom and small deck. Please see picture of house plans for layout. The property can accommodate 2-6 guests. The base rate is based on 2 person occupancy and each additional guest is $25 per person per night. **The guest suite (Moose Room) is never rented separately from the main house. The garage is not included in the rental.

This beautiful mountain cottage sits on 1.8 acres with amazing views of Longs Peak, Twin Sisters, Old Man Mountain and Fall River. The original founders of the Elkhorn Lodge built the home in 1934, hence the name Elkhorn Cottage. While there have been many updates, this home boasts of originals giving it the perfect cozy mountain feel. The cottage has hardwood floors, large stone gas fireplace and a fully stocked “retro” style kitchen. The bedrooms are large and the ceilings are tall. The main cottage is 2B/2B and there is a separate guest suite that is 1B/1B (Moose Room). A large deck sits across the entire back of the home that is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views. It’s about a half-mile walk to the downtown strip via a sidewalk at the end of the street and a short 3.8-mile drive to the less crowded Fall River RMNP entrance.

The master bedroom has a King size bed and French doors that open up to the large deck. The other bedroom in the main house has a queen size bed with 2 large windows. The bedroom in the guest suite (Moose Room) has a queen size bed, a full bathroom with a tub/shower, and a small private deck. The guest suite has a mini fridge and coffee maker. All bedrooms have walk in closets and TV/DVD players. The Moose Room will NOT be rented to another party separately from the main house.

There is a Samsung 50” class 8 series LED 4K UHD smart TV in the family room (inside the armoire) so that guests can use their own subscriptions to Netflix, Hulu etc. The house has BASIC cable TV and it has great WiFi.

Elkhorn Cottage is close to many popular wedding venues including The Stanley Hotel, SkyView at Fall River Village and Black Canyon Inn.

Rocky Mountain National Park:
3.8 to Fall River Visitors Center entrance (less traffic)
3.4 to Beaver Meadow’s Entrance

Outdoor propane fire pit
Washer/dryer
Sleeps 2-6

A note about trip insurance...2020 was an exceptionally difficult year for our vacation rentals and we learned the importance of trip insurance. The pandemic shut us down and we lost about 4 months of revenue and in the fall we dealt with unprecedented wildfires where the entire town of Estes was evacuated for several days. We actually didn't know if we would have a home to go back to or if any of our properties would survive the wildfires. As the owner of the home, I have done my best to make this house a home away from home for guests. I believe it is the traveler's responsibility to get travel insurance for their trip. It is not the owner's responsibility to give the traveler a refund or to re-book their trip due to unforeseen circumstances. If I re-book your trip for a later date, then I am losing income because now another guest cannot book it. I simply cannot give refunds or re-book due to any circumstances in which the traveler does not make the trip. It's very simple...GET TRAVEL INSURANCE! This protects the traveler and the owner in natural disaster situations that include but is not limited to pandemics, wildfires, floods, blizzards, car accidents, death or death of a family member, illness, tornadoes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, asteroids, alien invasions, drone attacks, zombie attacks, war, terrorists attacks, riots or any other act of God. Some of these may sound ridiculous, but this has gotten to be a crazy world and anything can happen! Please just get trip insurance and if you decide not to, then do not get upset with the owner for not giving a refund or re-booking. This is my livelihood and I thank you kindly for your understanding and cooperation!



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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Property Registration Number 3133

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. 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

  • Historic Estes Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Elevations Eatery and Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elkhorn Cottage: Charming Home and Amazing Views located?

Located in the heart of Estes Park, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Performance Park and Historic Estes Park. Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 183 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful setting and so comfortable!! It was hard to leave!! We will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Location, location, location

Minutes from the park entrance and downtown Estes. Clean and comfortable. So relaxing to sit on the deck in the morning, enjoying coffee, and in the evening, watching the elk. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne P.

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

Charming Cabin in Estes Park

We loved our stay at the cabin. Unfortunately, we were only there a short time and didn't get to take advantage of the deck and fire pit. This is a classic cabin. It is very comfortable and a nice place to spend your time in Estes Park.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Estes Park Mountain Gem

Adorable mountain home with amazing views inside/outside of home. Very comfortable and clean home to enjoy with a great ambience. We really enjoyed our stay and have wonderful memories of a relaxing time. The owner was very communicative and gets back to you without delay if you have questions. Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great base for RMNP

Amazing location with awesome views. Enjoyed grilling and reveling on the days activities in the evening on the deck. I would highly recommend the Elkhorn Cottage. The owners were super responsive throughout the process.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Stunning Views

Wonderful stay close to town walking distance to most places. Enjoyed watching the elk and mule deer in the backyard. Miss the cool weather already!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

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

Perfect for a Visit to Estes Park

The location of this house is prefect for a visit to Estes Park. We were able to easily access all areas we planned to visit from this house. It is in a quiet neighborhood and was clean. Kim was responsive when I contacted her.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marysue D.

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

Quaint and cozy

Went for a Christmas vacation with family and was extremely pleased with outstanding service and amenities..the fireplace outside was comfortable and enjoyable..beds very comfortable and plenty of additional blankets. The entire family of six rates this five star ⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S., San Antonio, Texas

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

Nice house with great deck and views.

We went up here with friends (four of us in total). The place was just right, clean and comfortable and furnished perfectly for the house and location. The deck and views are fabulous. Beds were comfortable and everything was just right for us. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

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

Elkhorn Treasure

The Elkhorn Cottage is a real treasure in Estes Park. We have stayed in vacation rentals all over the country and none have been as special as this one. The owner's attention to detail is what makes your visit so special. You will want for nothing when you stay in this cottage, she has thought of everything! It's an amazing rental!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey f.

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

Amazing!

I ran a bed and breakfast for many years so I am quite picky. This home was exceptionally clean! The linens and amenities were luxurious. The location was perfect. The views of the mountains and the sounds of the river made it so relaxing. I would recommend this place for sure. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Wonderful views

The moment we pulled up to the house we were "greeted" by an elk checking us out - that was a great start to our RMNP trip! We really enjoyed our stay at Elkhorn Cottage. The location was perfect - close to the park entrance and downtown Estes Park. The cottage was very homey and comfy. We definitely appreciated the cooler that was left for our use in the park! Communication with the host was great, and checkin/checkout was very easy. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kehn D.

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

LOVED THIS HOME

This is such a great place. We loved that it was private and is an individual home. It is also close to downtown Estes and walkable if you do not mind exercise. Entrance to RMNP is also very close!!! Back porch is amazing with great views. There is some construction going on that you can see while sitting on porch but that is no fault of the owner. Kim is a GREAT host and responds quickly to anything. A lot of personal touches and supplies. Would definitely stay here again and also recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Time

The house was very clean and comfortable. There were 6 of us so we used the separated bedroom space as well as the house. Seating was a little tight at times for 6 but there were additional options for seating. It was a rainy weekend but we were able to enjoy time on the deck and the extra throw blankets came in handy. We didn’t see as many elk as we hoped on the property but there were lots in other places. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Leroy O.

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

Suggestions

Clean property. Northwest bedroom mattress was broken down. Second bathroom/shower very small. Better instructions for TV use. Could not find any local channels. Kitchen very well equipped. Great location to downtown. Red notebook very useful. Add info on medical facility location. Driveway needs repair and better markings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was very clean, comfortable, well stocked and inviting. Everything was well thought out with instructions and hints to help us keep it as beautiful and welcoming as we found it. My daughter and I didn't want to leave and would rent again if we ever return to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sari G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were fine. The kitchen was quaint but well equipped. We were there for a wedding and did not cook much. The W/D adjacent to the kitchen was a plus. The fireplace in the living room was a wonderful treat and helped warm the room on a snowy night. The house was extremely well maintained. Reading the history of the property in the red notebook is important and fascinating. It helps explain the property across the street, which is hopefully going to be renovated soon. I recommend checking the park entrance policy due to the federal shutdown. Timed entries are not necessary now and it was quite crowded on the weekend.
Beautifully decorated living room
View from the porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Krystal V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we have stayed at the Elkhorn Cottage. The cabin is exceptional! The view is amazing! You will not be disappointed with this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been to Estes Park many times and this is by far the most beautiful and accommodating home we have stayed in. It was a pleasure to work with Kim. She had everything well marked to make the stay comfortable and not have to worry about how things should be done. The location is amazing and it was easy to navigate where we wanted to go. We got to experience seeing a lot of wildlife right in the yard. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

India H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent. The couple in the guest cottage said their TV did not work. They said the TV turned on, but the cable wasn’t accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at this property. It was very clean and had everything we were looking for. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUANN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cabin in a perfect location!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

RMNP Gatewat

A little dated, but worked very well for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kim Trees

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I Love Estes Park!
Moved to Estes Park in 2016
From DeSoto, TX
Graduated from Texas A&M in College Station
Spent 22 years in education (16 yrs as a high school librarian)
Co-owner of several other vacation rentals in Estes Park. See EstesParkGetaways

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this property the moment I stepped into the house. I knew right away this was THE HOUSE! This place has so many original and beautiful features yet plenty of updates. The house has been exceptionally maintained over the years! The rooms and closets are large and there are plenty of windows to see the beautiful views. It has an amazing deck to enjoy it all! The living room has an awesome stone fireplace and mantel. It just has that cozy mountain feel you expect to experience when you come to a mountain town. I love the retro style kitchen with the vintage Wedgewood Stove. I think the guest suite is a really cool feature to the property. I think it adds some versatility and privacy. I was also very intrigued by the history of the home and its ties to the Elkhorn Lodge across the street. The location is perfect (so close to town and the park) and the lot size is large. All the other homes within site are nice. The views are incredible...there's not many places that have mountain and river views! I don't know what else to say...it's just the perfect place! It's also one level living...there's no big steps to have to climb, which is great for my parents! It's hard to find one level living in Estes Park. Oh, and I can't forget to mention the wildlife. The elk and deer seem to always be nearby and they are so fun to watch! One final note, I bought the place in the winter and had no idea until summer rolled around that the front flower garden is spectacular. It takes a lot of weeding and watering, but the flowers have been amazing all summer! LOVE THIS PLACE!

What makes this property unique

Walk to the downtown strip
Not far from the Fall River entrance to the park which is less crowded
Close to Safeway
Great views - mountains and river
Typically lots of wildlife
Comfy beds and quality linens and decor
House sits on almost 2 acres

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English

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