Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes

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A cozy living room with wooden walls, a stone fireplace, a television, and a comfortable sofa.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black dishwasher, a window with a plaid valance, and a coffee maker on the counter.
A bear statue on a post, a planter with red flowers, and a house with a brown door and window.
A cabin with a porch, two Adirondack chairs, a grill, and a large planter with flowers.
A wooden interior with a kitchen area, dining table, and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Historic Estes Park
Sleeps 21 bedroom1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes

(License #3115)

*** We have a new property! Visit Black Bear Cottage's little sister - Lazy Bear Cottage - (VRBO # 1255634).... ***

Newly renovated 1921 Cottage located in the quiet Historic Marshall Cottages subdivision just a short walk to downtown Estes Park! You'll know you are in the mountains with the cozy mountain cabin decor while still providing all the comforts of home!

PLEASE NOTE: This is a NON-SMOKING, NO ANIMAL property.... Adult(s) renting cottage must be 25 years or older. Child 16 years or older with an adult is welcome.

This property tries to provide a near allergy-free/fragrance free environment by minimizing use of products with fragrances, no air fresheners and no animals.

Enjoy your evenings relaxing in the living room on the comfy sofa positioned in front of the rock fireplace enjoying a fire (functional gas log controlled by a wall switch!) or kick back in one of the two recliners! The sunroom is the perfect place to curl up on the loveseat with a good book, or work on one of the many puzzles available. The sun room has ample natural light with the wall of windows providing views of the mountains. The kitchen allows for a full range of meal preparation by including pots, fry pans, pizza pans, cookie sheets, casserole dishes and all the 'gadgets' necessary to make most any meal. Appliances include stove/oven, refrig, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, drip coffee maker, toaster, crock pot & blender! Enjoy your meals seated at the dining table watching the hummingbirds outside your window in the summertime!

This cottage is connected! WiFi & Streaming Service are provided. There is also a BlueRay DVD Player & a small collection of DVDs. There are three Flat Screen TVs throughout this cottage - with two of them being Smart TV's - providing ability to log into your own movie accts (Netflix/Amazon/etc.) or watch YouTube Videos, etc.!

The Queen bedroom features a new bed, closets, luggage racks, wall mounted TV, ceiling fan above bed, reading lights & night stands with clocks. All pillows & linens are new and linens are 'fragrance free/dye free'.

A Washer/Dryer Laundry Center located just off the kitchen is available for your use as well. The forced air natural gas furnace provides comfort throughout during the colder days/nights. The three ceiling fans (living room, Queen bedroom & Sitting room) help circulate the air during a warm summer day. (NOTE: There is no A/C). The Water Heater is an on-demand unit providing endless hot water.

Relax on the large deck featuring a gas grill, outdoor dining table & aderondack style chairs. A garden bench in the yard provides a spot for additional relaxation & mountain views.

CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY:
- 100% Refund if cancel 30 days prior to reservation date.
- 50% Refund if cancel 14 days prior to reservation date.
- No Refund if cancel less than 14 days prior to reservation date.
- No Refund for personal choice early departure or inclement weather.

Guest must cancel by 11:59pm on the cut-off day before check-in to receive a refund. All times are specific to the property's time zone (Mountain Time).

Note: The above Cancellation/Refund policy was adopted from one of the VRBO Options owner is required to adopt.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Property # 644057vb
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

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this cabin is in the city centre. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bond Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Estes - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪YMCA: Aspen Dining Hall - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes?

As of 22 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes on 21 Dec, 2026 start from S$1,042, 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 Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Bear Cottage - Cozy 1921 Cottage in Historic District above downtown Estes located?

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

About the host

Hosted by Nancy & Ken Kratky

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The owners, Nancy and Ken Kratky, both grew up in Eastern Nebraska. In 1996 they moved to Colorado, got married in Hidden Valley, Colorado and honeymooned in Estes Park. In 2001 they returned to Nebraska and stayed eleven years. During that time they continued to return to Colorado multiple times per year, always visiting Estes Park, and always casually looking at real estate property with the dream of ownership some day.

In December of 2011, while on a vacation to celebrate their December birthdays, they came across this quaint little cottage in a historic little area for sale. It needed lots of attention, but they saw it's potential, and knew they could give it new life to fulfill their dream of a rustic mountain get-away. They put in an offer and the offer was accepted on Ken's Birthday! It became a 'labor of love'! They now reside in Longmont, CO.

Black Bear Cottage received it's name after a very large adult black bear climbed up the apple tree next to the cottage in the middle of the night to feast on apples! When we started to make noise, the bear got so excited, it had a difficult time trying to get back down off the roof!! The next day the apple tree was cut down... And our bicycle-riding bear was placed on the tree stump to memorialize the event!

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