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Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake

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A spacious room with large windows, a wooden dining table, chairs, and a sofa.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen visible in the background.
A wooden deck with a table and four chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with trees and a clear sky.
A rustic cabin interior with a large wood-burning stove, wooden furniture, and a view of a forested mountain range through large windows.
A modern building with large windows and a wooden deck, surrounded by rocky terrain and pine trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ward, CO
  • Place, Minnie Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Duck Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Reservoir Trailhead
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake

Located a few miles south of Peaceful Valley on the Peak-to-Peak highway, this mountain home is more like a resort than a cabin. Situated on 4 stunning acres, the cabin offers breathtaking views of the Indian Peaks. The cabin has 22-foot cathedral ceilings in the great room and comfortably sleeps 8. The cabin also has 220 feet of private lake access to Hidden Lake. A canoe, paddle boat, and kayak are available for use at the cabin's private dock, and the lake is stocked with trophy-size trout (catch and release only). A private hot tub also awaits guests outside the back door. The Cabin is conveniently located just minutes from the Brainard Lake Regional Park trails. We are also located about 30 minutes away from Eldora Ski Resort and 30 minutes from Wild Basin and the southeastern entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park.

We now rent our cabin as a 1 month vacation rental. We have priced the nightly rate to be about the same as a two-week rental at our regular prices - so it is like renting for two-weeks and getting two-weeks free. Please message me with any questions that you may have, so that we may work with your unique situation. We would love to have you stay and will work to meet your vacation needs!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A key will be in a lock case on the front door. A code will be emailed for you to use one week prior to your visit. Thanks for choosing our cabin.
Cleaning the cabin and leaving it neat and tidy is required. Kitchen must be left clean to avoid additional fees.Rearranging furniture is not allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 632053vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ward

Located in Ward, this holiday home is in the mountains. Carousel of Happiness and Arnett-Fullen House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mud Lake Open Space and Minnie Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Dakota Ridge Park and Foothills Community Garden. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Ward, CO

What's nearby

  • Minnie Lake - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Duck Lake - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Beaver Reservoir Trailhead - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Switzerland Trail - 15 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Wild Basin Area - 18 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamestown Mercantile - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Gold Hill General Store & Pub - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Gold Hill Inn - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tasuki - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Valley Ranch Staff Dining - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Views Of The Indian Peaks On Mountain Lake located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Minnie Lake, Beaver Reservoir Trailhead, and Duck Lake. Switzerland Trail and Longs Peak are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fourth Wonderful Stay

This is our fourth stay at the Swanson cabin, and it never disappoints. The property, mountain views, and lake access are all awesome! We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Away from it all

The house is in a great location- wilderness as far as the eye can see when you’re on the deck, but close to trails and towns. We had a great time.
Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We love Hidden Lake and so does our lab. We boated and had coffee on the deck. It is very quiet and peaceful. Great location so close the Brainard Lake area with fabulous trails, and a lovely restaurant in Ward.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location on Hidden Lake

We loved the house, it accommodated the of 5 us easily. There are great views of the Indian Peaks, and the lake. Also a lovely gentle path down to the lake. The owners made their boats available--a canoe, a kayak, and a pedal boat.
Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazed!

This was definitely one of the best trips I have had in Colorado. We live in Denver so our family very happy we got to drive an hour away into a beautiful scene! A LOT OF SPACE! Didn’t have to worry about anything other than relaxing! The lake was so much fun to explore and overall there was plenty to explore around the neighborhood. We all took a walk around the lake and it was such a beautiful experience. I cannot say enough good things about this place! Thank you so much!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect mountain getaway

From the first moment we walked into the house, we felt we were at home. It was so comfortable and cozy. We loved the way it is decorated. Mark was so easy to communicate with and quick to respond. He answered all my questions, and I had quite a few. We thoroughly enjoyed the nearby hikes and beautiful scenery each day. Coming back to the house afterward we had so many choices of where to relax and continue enjoying nature. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Cabin!

This is the third time my wife and I have stayed at the Swanson cabin. The mountain views and lake frontage along with the multiple acres make it a great place to relax!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing get away

We wanted to get away from it all and isolate ourselves from the rest of the COVID crazy world. This property was perfect for that!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING!!!!

WOW!! Our kids had never seen mountains and boy were they impressed, we all were. The views were amazing and the cabin was perfect for a family wanting to just get away. The property is huge, we spent quite a while just walking around the property. The lake was great, again another first time experience for my boys. We had to wait a bit before getting on the boats due to a big moose that was drinking water really close by, so that was exciting!! The hot tub was ready to go as soon as we got there. Towels and toiletries were provided and the kitchen has everything you could ever use while cooking. Great place, I can't stop talking about it....Thanks Swanson Family for sharing your awesome home for all to enjoy. Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway!

Marks property was absolutely perfect for our vacation. My wife and I along with our kids, their friends and our grandpups celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary by renewing our vows right there on the property. This place is the perfect mountain cabin and we couldn't have asked for a more picturesque setting for our special day. Absolutely LOVED this place!!! Thank you Mark for sharing this wonderful home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and off the beaten track but close enough to Rocky Natl Park

When we look for VRBO properties, we like our seclusion but still want to be close enough to the attractions we want to visit. This cabin is a dream! It sits on 4 acres of property with access to a lake with a canoe, paddle boat and kayak. I was happy that the property had a landline phone just in case of an emergency. There is wi-fi and you can make & receive phone calls but it can be a bit spotty, however access to texting, e-mail & other apps is just great. The a/c is really nice--only used it briefly as with the large windows the cabin can heat up at times. Additionally, there are sliding doors & windows you can open to cool things off. At night we left our sliding door cracked open which caused no worries as the door had a piece of wood to keep someone/animal from opening it further. You can tell this is a family getaway as well and there were many creature comforts for your enjoyment. On the deck there is a rocking chair, 4 plastic chairs & two loungers for your enjoyment. The hot tub was lovely, especially to soak sore muscles after hiking. Mark keeps you up to date on anything that might be going on at the cabin & surrounding area and he is very prompt getting back to you with any questions or concerns you may have. Not having a dishwasher was not a big deal, but it is nice to know ahead of time so you can mentally prepare! LOL. The freezer does not have an ice maker but does have 4 ice trays which was fine as I am an ice freak and always need my ice! We appreciate that this property allowed dogs and our two Welsh Terriers enjoyed checking out the chipmunks and squirrels that provided daily entertainment. Lots of work went into landscaping the property and it was so beautiful and peaceful. Thanks again for allowing us to spend some much needed time to recharge our souls!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Perfect getaway! The property is gorgeous, very secluded but not too far from civilization. Amazing mountain views from the deck. Mark is great and very responsive. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Getaway

This property is great. beautiful environment with breath taking views! Great hiking trails near by with amazing fresh air and rivers right down the street. Just know ahead of time you cannot swim in this lake. we didn't know that going into it but believe me when i tell you it is one of the best scenic places you will ever stay in! We had such a great time and hope to do it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Indian Peaks-Ward, CO

We arrived in a big snow storm...Mark and his son(VRBO owner) were waiting for us, shoveling and making sure all was perfect with the house. IT WAS! The house was great...the views were stunning and Mark was an excellent person to rent from! I highly recommend this place and would stay there again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We had a great time! Only complaint is downstairs shower has very little water pressure, so we all just showered upstairs. The property is great! Lots of room to walk and explore. Host was very accommodating to us and let us check in early. Hot tub was a great amenity. We did get a winter storm on last night, which made it tricky getting down mountain with 2wd SUV. It gets very windy up there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous getaway in the mountains

Went up for a weekend away sort of hoping it would be a moderate fall weekend. We got much colder temps than we expected which meant we couldn’t go on the water. But the place and the surroundings are so incredible that it didn’t matter. We just stayed in and wandered around the property and did puzzles and played games. It’s really an incredible place - the windows give you maximum views of everything. Wake up with coffee and mountain views. Place is well equipped with anything you need. Great hosts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Above and Beyond

Our family time at the lake house was literally perfect ! The Aspen leaves danced bright yellow against the brilliant blue sky. Time spent boating on this sweet little lake was a highlight, specially at sunset. The kitchen was stocked so nicely for our big family meals. Beds and bedrooms cozy and comfortable. The hot tub could not have been better....great place for stargazing and sunrise...wow Our only problem was choosing which fabulous sitting spot to enjoy next. The grounds are set up so lovely. Just the perfect mix of natural beauty with the creative touch of the property owners. Never expected that cool train track through the woods! We will remember our stay forever and wish to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great property for a mountain stay!

Despite some communication issues early in the booking process (Mark originally sent me the incorrect dates), our stay went off without a hitch. Mark was very easy to work with -- the property fit the description and the amenities were wonderful. We had plenty of kitchen utensils, towels, bedding, etc. The lakeside was absolutely gorgeous and we saw plenty of wildlife. The cabin is far enough away from civilization to a break from the real world, but close enough to Denver/Boulder to venture into the city without too much effort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
I do apologize for the typo about your dates in an email to you prior to your stay. I’m glad that we were able to quickly address this both in a text message and another email long before your arrival and I’m glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moose friends

This is an amazing place! We stayed here for 9 days and got to explore this glorious area. The views of the Indian peaks are shining every morning to greet you with another beautiful day. We saw a moose family swim across the lake while fishing for the rainbow trout ( got a few) . Also a cow and bull stopped by to drink out of the water feature pond. This place is truly like a retreat with several spots to relax and meditate in all of the stunning views. We would definitely come back as this is one of the BEST places we have ever stayed.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Swanson's family home

We enjoyed our stay in Swanson's family home away from it all. The fishing and boating on the lake along with the hot tub were a great hit with us all and the views were wonderful. Thanks for letting us stay in your family home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Mountain Views!

This is the second time we have stayed at this beautiful mountain home! The views are spectacular and the location is secluded and quiet. We were a party of eight, and there was plenty of room for all of us! We enjoyed the lake and even caught a fish! Brainard Lake Park is a short drive away and a wonderful place to hike and enjoy nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really enjoyed the stay. The weather wasn't all that great but we still made the best out.

I would recommend this place to anyone that likes to get away from it all and just enjoy the quiet and beauty of the mountains
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

I had a wonderful time during my stay. Would definitely do it again!

The house was beautiful and the setting was even more beautiful! A wonderful view of the pond, everything need to make experiencing the outdoors fun and easy. I highly recommend this vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, tranquil cabin perched above a secluded lake

Really enjoyed this cabin. Stunning views, spacious living quarters, and privacy made for a lovely vacation! Would book again for sure. Mark was very helpful with directions and provided all information, including snow/driving report, before our trip. Perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Mountain Vacation

We had a lovely stay at the Swanson Family Cabin near Ward. The house was perfect for my husband, parents and myself. We enjoyed a little fishing in the lake, hiking up by Brainard Rec Area, relaxing in the hot tub and playing games in the great room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

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