Murphy’s Riverside Cottage – 20-NCD0227 Murphy's Riverside Cottage - 20-NCD0227 Open Gallery Deck features a BBQ grill and picnic table for outdoor dining during the summer months Enjoy the views of the river from your own private hot tub The beautiful Big Thompson River. Front door View of the cozy living area that has a desk, couch and overstuffed chair Warm knotty paneling, with fireplace in the living room add to the rustic charm of the riverside cabin. Living room with flat screen TV Corner table with bench seating is perfect for playing games and watching the river. French doors off of the living room lead to steps down to the sunroom Sunlit dining area with a table and four chairs, with plenty of windows to take in your Rocky Mountain views! Kitchen/dining area Kitchen is equipped with an oven, full size refrigerator, microwave and toaster oven Plenty of drawer and counter space in the sunlit kitchen area. Another view of the sun-filled kitchen and its ample counterspace. Double doors from Living Room to Riverside Bedroom. Riverside Bedroom features a comfortable full-size bed. Windows surround the Riverside Bedroom. Back door to deck in hall. Vintage-style bathroom features a clawfoot tub. Welcome to the Cowboy Bedroom, featuring a comfy double-size bed. Cowboy Bedroom - lull to sleep with the sound of the river. Full size stacked washer and dryer for your personal use. The back door opens to this great deck that spans the width of the cabin. Private hot tub directly overlooks the river. It doesn't get more relaxing than this! Exterior view of Murphy's Riverside Cottage Elk and other wildlife frequently visit the property. Enjoy their company from a safe distance. Enjoy staying in the vintage craftsman style cabin with Rocky Mountain National Park as a stunning backdrop. Exterior view of Murphy's Riverside Cottage Exterior view of Murphy's Riverside Cottage Exterior view of Murphy's Riverside Cottage Christmas in Estes Park Rocky Mountain National Park A bull elk with large antlers stands in a grassy field under a clear sky. Rocky Mountain National Park Four elk crossing a shallow stream in a grassy landscape. Winter over the Continental Divide Howling Coyote Big Horn Sheep in the Rocky Moutain National Park Moose on the loose in Rocky Mountain National Park Lake Estes Mama Elk and baby Gallery View Estes Park, CO 2 Bedrooms 1 full Baths 5 Guests (4.8) Description Rooms Amenities Reviews Calendar Location Hot Tub and Grill on Large Deck 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom / Sleeps 5 Vintage Mountain Cabin on River Fisherman's Private River Access Near Rocky Mountain National Park 20-NCD0227 Free, secure and private WiFi. Available for extended stay. Reservations of 14+ days may include extra fees. See listing details or call our office. Location, location, location! You will love the location at Murphy's Riverside Cottage, right on the river and against a backdrop of the peaks in Rocky Mountain National Park! Built in the 1920s, this adorable, tucked-away cabin features vintage decor throughout. Remember the fun of staying at camp? That's the vibe you'll enjoy at Murphy's! Make sure you've packed the marshmallows and Hershey bars for evenings out on the large deck that spans the rear of the cabin and overlooks the beautiful Big Thompson River. Fishermen can have private river access from this property. Wildlife such as deer and elk are known to wander across the river in the evenings. Murphy's Riverside Cottage is a charming gray Craftsman-style cabin trimmed in crisp white. Step through the front door and enter the light-filled dining area and vintage kitchen. A modern full-size refrigerator and stove line the left wall and you'll find cupboards amply supplied with dishes, silverware, utensils, pots, and pans for cooking your vacation meals. Behind the kitchen, there is a full bathroom complete with a cast-iron clawfoot tub, retro-fitted for those who prefer to shower. Beyond the bathroom be the first to claim the "Cowboy Bedroom" with its collection of Old West memorabilia, a pair of cowboy boots in the corner and an antique Full-size bed. With the river just beyond the windows, you'll love sleeping to the sound of the rushing water. From the Cowboy Bedroom, you step into the hall and wander into the Living Room. A wall of knotty pine warms this room that is the heart and soul of the cabin. A floor-to-ceiling electric fireplace provides a warm and rustic focal point with a flat-screen TV on the left for watching movies. Across the room, a window-wrapped corner table overlooking the river is the best spot for games and puzzles. An antique writing desk is perfect for filling out postcards. From the Living Room, double doors open to the Riverside bedroom at the back of the cabin. Snuggle under the quilts on the antique Queen bed as you listen to the river rushing by. On the other side of the Living Room, French doors open to a spacious sun porch. Enjoy this light-filled room. Back in the hall and just before the kitchen, you'll find a laundry room with a full-size stacked washer and dryer. Across the hall from the laundry room, you'll find the back door to the deck. Your whole vacation could be spent on this great deck with the views, the big picnic table for 8, a propane grill and a private hot tub. The owner has rods and reels for fishing available for guests (fishing does require a CO fishing license). Guests will need to provide their own tackle. Murphy's Riverside Cottage is the perfect fusion of history and charm. Book your vacation experience at this Rocky Mountain cabin today! Management provides a starter kit of amenities to get you through your first day, including: an extra roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, one extra roll of paper towels, 2-3 garbage bags, sample-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner, small bar soap, 2-3 laundry powder packs, 4-5 dishwashing pods, liquid dishwashing soap, and a single brew coffee pack. Guests will need to provide or purchase additional toiletries and products as needed beyond this starter kit. Long-term reservations of 14+ days require mid-stay property safety checks or mid-stay cleans, additional trash pickups and hot tub services. Safety checks are at no additional charge. Mid-stay cleanings include linens change, floors, bathrooms and light surface cleaning. Mid-stay services are charged to the guest, and charges can only be added after your reservation is made. Management will call the guest directly for payment for the required services. Call our office for details. Rooms Bedroom 1 Main Level 1 Queen Bedroom 2 Main Level 1 Double Futon Main Level 1 Futon Amenities Bathroom Body Soap Conditioner Hair Dryer Hot Water Shampoo Bathtub Bedroom & Laundry Bed Linens Hangers Towels Wardrobe or Closet Dryer - Private Extra Pillows & Blankets Iron & Ironing Board Washer - Private Cleanliness & Safety Carbon Monoxide Detector Common Surfaces Disinfected Disinfectant Used While Cleaning Outdoor Lighting Self Check-In & Check-Out Smoke Detector Fire Extinguisher Entertainment TV Books Games Satellite or Cable Internet & Office Laptop Friendly Workspace Wifi Wifi - Free Kitchen & Dining Baking Sheet Coffee Coffee Maker Cooking Basics Freezer Microwave Refrigerator Blender Dining Area or Room Dining table Dishes & Silverware Kitchen Oven Stove Toaster Location & Attractions Car - Necessary Health Beauty Spa Lake Access Laundromat Nearby Marina Mountain Museums River Town Family Themed Historic Themed View - Mountain Winery Tours Other Building, Complex Or Neighborhood Amenities Basketball Court - Community Gym/Fitness Room - Community Hospital Tennis Court - Community Other Property Amenities Heating Living Room Portable Fans Private Entrance Single Level Home Parking & Facilities Parking - Free Parking - On Site Free Parking - Private Services Cleaning During Stay - Fee Long Term Stays Allowed Sports, Leisure & Adventure Antiquing Bird Watching Boating Cross Country Skiing Cycling Fishing Fishing - Fly Fishing - Freshwater Golf Hiking Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Mountain Climbing Mountaineering Rock Climbing Shopping Sledding Whitewater Rafting Wildlife Viewing Accessibility Bedroom - Step Free Access Common Space - Step Free Access Home - Step Free Access Outdoor BBQ Grill - Gas BBQ Grill - Private Garden or Backyard Patio or Balcony Pool & Spa Hot Tub Hot Tub - Private See All Amenities + Reviews 4.8 (151 Reviews) Write A Review Thank you for submitting your review. It will be processed shortly! We value your privacy. Your email address will not be shared publicly. SUBMIT janene Stayed Oct, 2024 RETREAT was very disappointed in no fireplace. Other wise all was wonderful!! Host's response: We would have loved the opportunity to come out and fix the fireplace but we were unaware that it wasn't working. We have maintenance going out now to fix whatever the issue is. Thank you Rebecca Stayed Sep, 2024 Review This is the second time we booked this cabin, as we enjoyed it so much last year. The location along the river in a more private area is what really draws us. We love the deck on the river. The heater went out during our stay and a friendly handyman arrived less than 15 minutes after we called and soon had it working again. Host's response: This is a great cabin. Thank you for coming back! We would love to be your home away from home. Peter Stayed Sep, 2024 Review Nice home in a beautiful area. Only issue was a mild odor in kitchen. Host's response: Thank you for your review. We will check out the mild odor. We would love to host you again. Bill Stayed Aug, 2024 Review This was such a great place! We wanted to be by the river and was it ever! The deck is almost right over the river! And the hot tub was amazing. Right by the river. Cute place inside.Rustic, comfortable, quiet. It was a perfect getaway! Host's response: This great cabin by the river is one of my favorites! I would spend all my time on the deck listening to the river. SkyRun Rocky Mountain would love to host your next trip to Estes Park. Maya Stayed Aug, 2024 Great place Nice place, feels like home, has everything you need. Great location. My kids love it!! Host's response: Thank you for your review! I love this little cabin too, it is one of my favorites! We would love to host you again. Brenda Stayed Jul, 2024 Review Beautiful location, the river and deck were wonderful! Comfortable beds, cozy bedrooms and plenty of towels. Our late July visit however was very warm and without air conditioning the cottage became very stuffy and uncomfortable by late afternoon, early evening. Approximately 3/4 of the windows could not be opened and some that did open(kitchen) had to be propped up with sticks. Having the ability to open ALL of the windows to create good cross ventilation would have made this home perfect for a summer visit. Ceiling or portable fans would have made a big difference too. Host's response: This is one of my favorite homes! I could live on the deck right by the river! The picture windows cannot be opened but the smaller windows can be opened. There are some that need new screens which we are currently working on. This is a great home close to town and RMNP but away from the crowds. SkyRun Rocky Mountain would love to host your next trip to Estes Park. Anne Stayed Jun, 2024 Review We loved this cabin! It had everything we needed for our family of four. Perfect location about as close to RMNP as you can be. It was great to avoid having to drive through busy downtown to get to park, especially during construction. Beautiful views of river and mountains and plenty of visiting elk! There's a grocery store and restaurants at the end of the street, again, nice to avoid downtown during construction. Finally, I want to address an update since photos. As a mom of two small children I was nervous, and almost didn't book this place, due to the deck that appeared to be not to code backing right up to the river. It was a HUGE relief to me when we got there and discovered the deck railing has been re-done. The rail spacing now appears to be to code and the railing extends down the stairs and past the hot tub and grill allowing us to relax and not constantly stress/hover over the kids! Thanks for the great stay! We would likely book again if going back to the area! Host's response: Thank you Anne for a great REVIEW. RMNP SkyRun in Estes Park was so happy to host your stay. Chiminh Stayed May, 2024 Review Location. Location. Location. Close to town, close to the park entrances, and literally right on the river. And the hot tub was wonderful after long hiking days! Host's response: This little cabin on the river is one of my favorite homes! Thank you for staying with SkyRun Rocky Mountain. We would love to host your next trip to Estes Park. Tayler Stayed May, 2024 Review Grateful for this stay! Beautiful by the creek! Host's response: I love this little cabin by the river! Great place to relax! SkyRun Rocky Mountain would love to host you again. Heather Stayed May, 2024 Review Check in was very easy and they were very informative on how to access the property once we got there. Felt very at home and loved the scenery. We saw deer and elk crossing the river behind us, we really enjoyed the hot tub as well! Will definitely book again when we come back! Thanks for sharing your cottage with us! Host's response: Thank you for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed the hot tub, scenery and wildlife! Great combination! We would love to host you again. Mark Stayed Apr, 2024 Review Beautiful place. Great views, great amenities, incredible ambiance. Kitchen has everything needed to cook most meals.The river was beautifully cold and great for plunging after a dip in the hot tub. Absolutely lovely place. Looking forward to our next stay there! Host's response: This is one of my favorites, I love the hot tub by the river. We would love to have you come again. Monica Stayed Mar, 2024 Review Closer to other cabins then expected, quiet time is 7pm which seems super early for an outdoor hot tub but we still enjoyed every moment utilizing the hot tub. Has a T.V and good wifi. Provided all essentials to cook as well as microwave and toaster oven. Fabulous decorative home with lots to do. I would definitely recommend. Host's response: Thank you for your review. This little cabin by the river is one of my favorites. We would love to host you again. Michael Stayed Mar, 2024 Review This is my favorite property out of all the ones I have stayed in through Airbnb. This property is perfectly situated directly on the Big Thompson River and just outside of town. the views from the porch and hot tub are wonderful and definitely worth the price. We will definitely be coming back. Host's response: Thank you for your review. I love this little cabin on the river! Glad it is your favorite! We hope you will come back again! Liz Stayed Mar, 2024 Review Great place to stay! Easy to get in and very clean. The stars were beautiful from the hot tub. Host's response: Stars from the hot tub...can't be beat! We would love to host you again. Melissa Stayed Mar, 2024 Review We had a WONDERFUL stay and definitely want to come back to stay again! The cabin was perfect and the location was amazing. We saw elk, deer, geese and even a bobcat visited on my birthday! We had a great time! Host's response: It is always fun to get a visit from the wildlife! We would love to host you again. Bryan Stayed Feb, 2024 Review excelente lugar, mucha privacidad y buen lugar para ir a RMNP Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to host you again. Lisa Stayed Dec, 2023 Review Beautiful surroundings and close to everything you would want to do while in Estes Park . Host's response: We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host your next trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. Courtney Stayed Nov, 2023 Review Our party of two got to the cabin the day before a snow storm that laid down 14 of snow - it was great!! The hot tub kept us warm, the house was cozy, and its walkable to a local market that is very well stocked for anything youd want to cook. Very convenient to get to the main drag of Estes Park and RMNP, which we did most days and nights. The cabin would have easily accommodated another couple during this winter visit. We would recommend bringing slide on shoes and a robe for the hot tub!! Host's response: Thanks Courtney! Our first snow was beautiful and we are so happy that you were able to enjoy it. Great advise for furture guests about the slide on shoes and robes. We would love to host you again! Tia Stayed Oct, 2023 Review We had the best stay at the cottage. The location was beautiful and peaceful. We loved hanging out on the back deck and sitting in the hot tub watching the creek and mountains. We saw a huge heard of elk along with rabbits, turkeys, and hawks. The location was perfect, and the cottage felt cozy and welcoming. Highly recommend! Host's response: It's awesome when you get visits from the local wildlife! Glad you loved the property, we love that it is right on the river. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again! Tim Stayed Oct, 2023 Review Great location. Would definitely return again. Host's response: Thank you for your review. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Rebecca Stayed Sep, 2023 Review Beautiful old home. The location and the deck over the river made our trip. We loved that it was peaceful and mostly private, a little outside town. It was a great place to unwind and enjoy nature. We saw turkeys and elk while there. Beds were comfy. My only wish would be for a door on the second bedroom to allow for privacy and block noise from the rest the house. Host's response: Relaxing on the deck or in the hot tub by the river is the best! We are glad you enjoyed it. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Jodi Stayed Sep, 2023 Review We had a great time! Great location Host's response: We are glad you had a great time. We would love to host you again. Bobby Stayed Jul, 2023 Review It was a great place to stay!! A little pricey, but for a family of 5 with a private jacuzzi I can't complain. Plenty of towels and washer and dryer.. Not coming home with dirty laundry was a plus!! Host's response: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and enjoyed the private jacuzzi. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future! Kshitiz Stayed Jun, 2023 Review Had a wonderful time. The place was nice and cozy, tucked in a peaceful area. The view from the deck outside is amazing - with running water, elks, mountain range, and stars at night!!!Pictures don't do justice for this place. Host's response: We are glad you had a wonderful time! I love this home! SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Matthew P. Stayed Jun, 2023 Great Place Had so much fun. This is a great spot and we will be back Host's response: That is awesome that you had a fun time. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again! TOU LEE X. Stayed Jun, 2023 Great stay Had a great stay at this property. Minutes from restaurants and short drive to Rocky Mtn Ntl Park. Back deck was right and hot tub were right next to the river with beautiful views of the mountains. Elk grazed on the field across the river. A soak in the hot tub with this view after a nice long hike was glorious. Host's response: It sounds like you had a great Rocky Mountain National Park adventure! SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again! Aaron Stayed Jun, 2023 Review Had a blast would go again Host's response: Aaron that's so great! We would be super happy to hot you again in your future Rocky Mountain adventures. Kevin Stayed Jun, 2023 Review The hot tub and the location on the river was fantastic. Host's response: We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Brandi Stayed May, 2023 Review Great views of the mountains and elk. Cozy home near the river. Very comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. Hot tub was the best part! Also love that they had scrabble for the evenings settling in! Host's response: It sounds like you had an amazing stay! Skyrun Estes Park would love to host you again! Lily Stayed May, 2023 Review Beautiful location and responsive hosts! Host's response: Thank you Lily! We are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful stay! Steven Stayed May, 2023 Review Cozy place for a little get away. Nice hot tub. Easy to get too. Host's response: Thank you Steven. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Skyrun Estes Park would love to host you again! Franklin Stayed Apr, 2023 Review This was an amazing stay at SkyRuns cabin on Big Thompson River. Our first night, we saw an elk and continued to see mule deer and elk throughout our stay. Its a quiet, peaceful place but still close enough to all the action in Estes Park. I highly recommend! Host's response: Franklin- Thanks so much for your feedback! Super content to hear you got to see some wildlife during your stay, We hope that you come back soon, Skyrun Estes Park would love to host you again. Nicole Stayed Mar, 2023 Review it was amazing stay especially for a honeymoon. it was perfect private and also a lot of wild life. skyrun got back to us quickly when we had a heater problem. they couldn't fix the problem right away but they had alternatives to help us keep warm. the maintenance guy was very nice and helpful. it was a beautiful place to stay and would love to do it again. Host's response: Nicole, we appreciate your feedback. It makes us content that our team was on top of it and able to help immediately with the problem. Skyrun Estes Park would love to host you again in your future Rocky Mountain adventures. Jenni Stayed Feb, 2023 Review Extremely happy with the cabin/home. So cute an cozy! Had an amazing and relaxing stay. Host's response: Thank you, Jenni. It makes us very content to hear you had a wonderful stay. Thank you for choosing Skyrun Estes Park. Russell Stayed Jan, 2023 Review Lovely home nestled in Estes Park. Would totally stay again. Host's response: Thank you for the review! Come stay with SkyRun Estes Park again! Matt W. Stayed Jan, 2023 Good excursion base for Estes. Everything as-described. Frankly there are several things my wife and I could nitpick, but our family had a good time and the property is in a good location. Gave it a 4 overall just because of nitpicks and the value wasn't super. Host's response: Skyrun is pleased your family had a good time and you enjoyed the location. Kristen Stayed Dec, 2022 Review This was a very beautiful place to stay. It was very peaceful and relaxing . Just what we needed. Host's response: We are happy to hear you had a peaceful, relaxing stay! SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Andi G. Stayed Nov, 2022 Lovely Lovely Host's response: Thank you for the review and staying with SkyRun Estes Park. So glad you enjoyed your stay Andi! Brice Stayed Nov, 2022 Review Fantastic place! The hot tub by the river was everything we wanted for a relaxing retreat, it was so peaceful! Plenty of space, well appointed with everything we could need for our stay. Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed this home. The hot tub by the river can't be beat! SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Amber D. Stayed Nov, 2022 Great location My husband and I wanted a couple of days for a getaway and this place was the perfect size. Cozy little house in a quiet neighborhood! Host's response: Thank you for the review and staying with SkyRun Estes Park! look forward to you returning. Paul D. Stayed Oct, 2022 The perfect Birthday long weekend getaway We really loved the stay - River right there - hot tub perfect even if cold out - fantastic Elk Moments and Deer - Couple large herds - from the hot tub at dawn last day - Lovely little place - perfect and neighbor hood really quite - no traffic at all - Claw foot tub really nice touch - even if you are over 60 - pick up some bath salt - Wish it was our! Host's response: Thank you for a glowing review. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again soon. Murphy's Cottage is a gem in a perfect area. Matt Stayed Oct, 2022 Review The location and view cant be beat! Host's response: Thank you for staying with SkyRun Estes Park. We would love to host you again. Margaret B. Stayed Sep, 2022 The River Loved the river in back!!! Opened the bedroom windows and was lulled to sleep by the sounds from the river. Also, the very comfortable beds didn't hurt! Saw more elk on the road to the house than we did driving through the park. Host's response: We are happy to hear you enjoyed this home by the river, always relaxing! SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Teo And Ramona Stayed Sep, 2022 Review This place is comfortable and has everything you need but the real magic is the deck and hot tub right next to the river. We saw elk wading in the water and tons of stars. Host's response: Thank you for the review - The STARS up here in Estes Park are magical you can see them all. SkyRun Estes Park is so happy you got to see some of our local celebrities the ELK. Please let us host you again soon. Lauren Stayed Sep, 2022 Review My husband and I rented this cabin for a few days after our wedding. The location is PERFECT. We sat on the porch every night and even had a bull elk cross the River and stay directly behind the cabin. It is far enough from town you really feel like you are in the mountains. The beds are full beds so if you are average height, your feet will hang off the bed and it will not be a comfortable sleep if you are sharing the bed. Other than that it was a great cabin! Definitely recommend if you are wanting a cabin outside of town. Host's response: Murphy's Riverside Cottage is a cute little cabin on the river. Thank you for your feedback we appreciate it. We hope you stay with us again soon. Melissa Stayed Sep, 2022 Review We loved this place! The pictures do not do it justice. The cabin itself is a cute older cabin, with plenty of room. But our favorite part was the amazing view of the mountains and the creek just outside the deck. We saw elk and deer during our stay. We also loved the hot tub! The place was really clean and they were quick to respond when we had any questions. Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed this cute cabin by the river! SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Linda S. Stayed Sep, 2022 Wonderful location The location is the best part of the property. It truly is right on the Big Thompson River. The back deck overlooks the river and made for a very relaxing place to hang out. The neighborhood is quiet and away from the crowds of downtown Estes. The beds are comfortable and cozy. The only downside is the furniture is dated and fairly worn. Overall, my stay was great and just what I needed for a weekend getaway. I would stay here again. Host's response: SkyRun Estes Park really appreciates all of your feedback and we will pass along all of your comments. Glad you found some peace and quiet at this cozy cabin. Alisa Stayed Aug, 2022 Review We loved our stay at Murhphy's cottage. Biggest bonus was the sound of the rushing river as our lullaby to put us to sleep as both rooms are adjacent to the river. The bed was very comforable as well and the kitchen well stocked. Enjoyed our stay. Host's response: We are so happy you enjoyed this great cabin and appreciate all your feedback. We hope to host you again soon. Amanda G. Stayed Aug, 2022 Perfect spot! The location was spot on! We enjoyed the cottage very much and was perfect for our family of 4 enjoying a getaway to the beautiful Estes Park! Would definitely book again! Host's response: Amanda - Murphy's Riverside Cottage is one of my favorites. So Soothing with the river right there. We are so happy you enjoyed your vacation. We would love to host you again. Great Stay The stay was wonderful. The house did get quite stifling with only one operable window in the bedroom. It appears secondary panes of glass were installed but it seems they were intended to be removed in the summer and replaced with screens Host's response: Thank you for your review. I forward your comment about the windows to maintenance. Rakesh Stayed Jul, 2022 Beautiful Cottage The cottage is very nice comfy and overall fabulous. The outdoor view is breathtaking. The mountains and river was spectacular. Was very hard to leave. Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed this great little cottage. The sound of the river is so relaxing! We would love to host you again. Dale Stayed Jul, 2022 Review Great communication, easy check-in/out, everything as described. Was great for our short, relaxing getaway. Host's response: Thank you for choosing SkyRun Estes Park for your short relaxing getaway. We would love to host you again. Howard Stayed May, 2022 Review The cottage was great! Made for a perfect quiet retreat away from the city. Host's response: We are happy you had a were able to have a perfect quiet retreat away from the city. We hope you will stay with us the next time you need a quiet getaway. Joe Stayed May, 2022 Review Loved the stay. The sound of the river is soothing. Hot tub is a nice feature. Thank you for hosting us! Host's response: We are happy to hear you loved your stay at this cute little cottage. We would love to host you again. Carter K. Stayed Apr, 2022 Great house for a weekend in Estes Park I had a great time spending the weekend with some friends from college at this location. Close to the mountains/hiking and the town of Estes Park, with a great view from the backyard and plenty of space inside to spread out. Would definitely recommend to a friend. Host's response: We are glad you had a great weekend with your friends from college. We would love to host you again. Emily Stayed Apr, 2022 Review Highly recommend this Airbnb. SkyRun has great communication. The property was well kept, comfortable beds, great location, beautiful views from the hot tub. Seriously can not think of a single issue or thing I would change. Loved staying here and would definitely book again! Host's response: We're happy we were able to help make your stay with SkyRun stress-free, Emily! We'd love to host you again! Alaina Stayed Apr, 2022 Review Affordable, great view and location if youre looking to be close to a small mountain town. Host's response: Thank you for staying with SkyRun Estes Park! We would love to host you again! Amanda Stayed Mar, 2022 Review Wonderful location! Cant recommend enough! Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed this cute little cabin by the river. It can be very relaxing to listen to the river from the deck or the hot tub. We would love to host you again. Linda Stayed Mar, 2022 Review Great location that is easy to find. Beautiful views and good comfort. Host's response: We're so glad you enjoyed everything Murphy's has to offer, Linda! We'd love to host you again soon. Thanks for staying with SkyRun! Danielle W. Stayed Mar, 2022 Loved our stay! Fantastic views. Great location. Host's response: Thanks Danielle, we're happy you enjoyed your stay at Murphy's! We'd love to host you again soon! Owen Stayed Mar, 2022 Review Cute cabin, great location with wonderful views. The hot tub is perfect for hanging out. Its literally around the corner from Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes Park. Be aware that one bedroom doesnt have a door so no privacy there. Quiet and great spot otherwise. We saw deer, turkey and other wildlife right outside the window. Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed hanging out in the hot tub at this cute little cabin on the river. The wildlife is always a treat. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Madeline D. Stayed Mar, 2022 Wonderful space The space was in a great location, clean, and exceeded expectations. My friend and I loved it. Host's response: We are glad you loved this home and the quiet setting on the river. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Angela S. Stayed Feb, 2022 Gorgeous views and set apart from the hustle and bustle of downtown Estes Park This cottage had ample space for my husband and I. I would say it could sleep 7 if people didn't mind sleeping on futons and couches. The bed we slept on was comfortable and nice pillows. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances, it even had a little blender so I could make my coffee in the morning. The location was close to the supermarket and quiet but there are neighbors right next door, which surprised me because based on the photos the cottage looks more secluded.I hot tub was not as nice as I had hoped, the jets were weak, the cover needs to be replaced, and it didn't stay hot every time were trying to enjoy it. One night it only would stay at 99degrees no matter what we set it at. Still enjoyable the other times but not fantastic.The communication with the property manager was pleasant and access for getting into the house was good. The front door was very hard to open (sticky) and I didn't like that we had to use the lock-box to leave the key to get in every time and that we had to use the key on the inside to lock the house at night; seems like there is some room for improvement on that. We loved the view from the back deck and saw elk 2 out of the 4 days we were at the cottage; it was exciting to see them so close up. The location of the cottage is just outside of the YMCA of the Rockies and Rocky Mountain National Park so we loved that because we went to RMNP daily! Downtown is only 5 minutes from the cottage. Host's response: Thank you for staying with SkyRun! We appreciate the feedback and we're happy to send your suggestions onto the owner of the property. We're glad you had a pleasant stay and enjoyed the scenery and wildlife! We would love to host you again! Melanie S. Stayed Jan, 2022 Relaxing getaway The cottage was the perfect spot to relax for a weekend. Plenty of space and had all of the essentials. Very close to downtown Estes and RMNP. Host's response: Thank you for Staying with SkyRun! We're glad to see you were able to relax and enjoy your stay! We would love to host you again! Elizabeth K. Stayed Jan, 2022 Quiet, beautiful, convenient Clean, cozy, comfortable. This home was as described in the advertisement and provided much needed peace and quiet. The hot tub was clean and a wonderful bonus. We would happily stay here again on our next trip to Estes Park. Host's response: Thank you for staying with SkyRun! We're so glad you had time to unwind and relax! We would love to have you back! vanessa j. Stayed Jan, 2022 Respond to messages, Property was nice, and clean. It was nice that they had games and the location was great not too far from downtown. Host's response: Hi Vanessa, thank you for staying with SkyRun! We're so glad you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the games! We hope you can stay with us again! Taylor B. Stayed Dec, 2021 Very peaceful Very nice property, very satisfied with my experience. The hot tub is fantastic and beautiful to see the stars and listen to the creek. Only cons- no dishwasher, fridge had a slight smell, and the clawfoot tub was a bit dangerous to get in and out of (we are 30 and 33 yrs and struggled a bit). I wound absolutely stay here again!! Host's response: Thank you for staying with SkyRun! We're so glad you had a relaxing and peaceful stay. We would love to have you stay with us again! Diana h. Stayed Nov, 2021 Great Thanksgiving Retreat! We had a wonderful long weekend here! It was very clean, quaint, and well maintained! The hot tub was a great addition and allowed us to enjoy being by the river! Communication and maintenance was fast and reliable! Only thing Id recommend if you dont like super big pillows, just bring your own! Thank you for a wonderful stay! Host's response: Thank you for your review. We are so glad you had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. A hot tub by the river is a great way to relax. We hope you will stay with SkyRun Estes Park again. Miguel M. Stayed Nov, 2021 River Side Relaxation Great location near the National Park and everything the city has to offer. The sound of the ringer running is endlessly relaxing. Hot tub is the cherry on top John L. Stayed Nov, 2021 Excellent getaway location Very quiet location, very little traffic . Hot tub was very relaxing with the river below your feet. Evening sky was beautiful for star gazing . Cooked all our evening meals on the grill. Will definitely stay again Host's response: We are glad you relaxed in the hot tub while enjoying the river. Estes Park is a great place to stargaze. SkyRun Estes Park would love to host you again. Kerry H. Stayed Oct, 2021 We loved having the hot tub! Creek was amazing to listen to very relaxing We loved how it felt like home Host's response: We are so glad to hear you had a comfortable stay. It is always nice to have a home away from home! Thank you for staying with SkyRun, we would love to have you back! Anteelah Stayed Oct, 2021 Review A very cute little place! Super easy to get into the park. The bedroom windows open up right along the waterside, it was so relaxing! The hot tub with a view was my favorite part, for sure! Host's response: We're so glad you had such a relaxing stay! It is a beautiful and peaceful place! Thank you for staying with SkyRun, we hope you can stay again! Jess R. Stayed Sep, 2021 Great Location Loved staying on the creek in this quiet neighborhood. Saw a lot of elk and a few deer, great wildlife spot! The location is conveniently just outside of town and only a short drive to RMNP. I would highly recommend staying at this wonderful cabin! Host's response: We're so glad to hear you had a wonderful stay. Thank you for choosing a SkyRun vacation property. We look forward to seeing you again! Steven Stayed Sep, 2021 Review Great river front location with a hot tub and a view. Private and quiet. Host's response: Thank you for staying with SkyRun! We're so glad you enjoyed the property! We hope to see you again! Misty D. Stayed Sep, 2021 Absolutely Amazing I fell in love with this property and hope to stay here again next time I visit. The location was quite and there were a ton of elk and turkeys. It's close to a grocery store and the entrance to RMNP. The house was cute, cozy and felt like home away from home. I would highly recommend this location to anyone visiting the area. Host's response: We're so glad we give you the comfort of home while you were away! It's so nice to relax and enjoy the wildlife and beauty Estes Park has to offer! Thank you for choosing a SkyRun vacation home. We hope to see you again! Tracy S. Stayed Sep, 2021 Wildlife We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was a bit warmer than normal and there is no air conditioning. We did find several fans which helped a lot. The cabin had most things you would need. We were visited by Elk and black bear. The park was incredible.My husband suggested that a hand rail is needed going down the steps on the deck for safety. Difficult to see the steps in evening . Host's response: Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with SkyRun Estes Park and were able to enjoy all the beauty and wildlife Estes Park has to offer. Thank you for your input. We will pass it on to the owner/Manager. Please visit us again! Brandi Stayed Sep, 2021 Review The cottage was perfect for a weekend with the girls! Having the river right out the back porch was heaven! We will definitely be back! Host's response: We're so glad you had a fun stay! We would love to have you back again! Julie Stayed Aug, 2021 Review Great place in a wonderful location. The house is roomy and comfortable. The views from the house are breathtaking. Erik Stayed Aug, 2021 Review Had a great time in a great place. Host's response: Glad you enjoyed this great little place by the river. Bonnie Stayed Jul, 2021 Review This was our second time to stay in this adorable cabin. Well definitely be back! Wonderful family memories made hiking in RMNP, rafting, relaxing in the hot tub and cool summer night dinners on the porch listening to the river. Host's response: So happy you enjoyed your stay for the second time with SkyRun Estes Park. Thank you for making those unforgettable memories with SkyRun and trusting us to keep those memories going for you and your family. Looking forward to hosting you again! Billy D. Stayed Jul, 2021 SUPER CUTE! This is conveniently located and adorable. The river behind always sounds lovely and it feels quiet and peaceful. It was very clean and a great place to stay for extended periods. The only thing I would change for the future is just for an update to the decor but it's super cute and a great place to stay. Highly recommend. Host's response: Thanks for the great feedback, Billy! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Emma M. Stayed Jul, 2021 Great location We loved the location of this property. It was close to downtown without being in the middle of it all. We especially loved the hot tub. It was a great way to relax each night after a long day of hiking. The only thing that we found negative about the property were the locking mechanisms for both doors. You had to lock the front door from the inside with a key and the back door only locks with a small sliding bolt lock on the bottom ( which was bent, so it made it difficult to lock properly). Overall though, we had a great stay! Host's response: Thank you for the great feedback! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us, thank you for choosing a SkyRun vacation home for your stay. Caitlyn Stayed Jul, 2021 Review Great place! Quiet road and location. Beautiful sunset! Host's response: We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful stay with time to relax! Thank you for choosing a SkyRun vacation home for your visit to Estes Park. Kelly V. Stayed Jul, 2021 Great location! Cant ask for a better location right on the river and 5 min to RMNP. Wish it had a dishwasher, but other than that, great stay!! Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our SkyRun managed property. Michelle P. Stayed Jun, 2021 Great location and lots of privacy This was our 2nd time here. Love the location, the vintage feel, hot tub, and WIFI. Host's response: Happy you enjoyed your stay. Thanks again for staying with SkyRun Estes Park! Dione/SkyRun Kathy S. Stayed Jun, 2021 Perfect Spot, 5 minutes to RMNP on the Big Thompson River! I have stayed at this beautiful cottage 3 times now and the river, wildlife, and calmness of the area never disappoints. Murphys Cabin will always be my go to spot when visiting Estes Park and RMNP! Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay in our SkyRun managed property. Lisa R. Stayed Jun, 2021 Estes Park in May Our family really enjoyed Murphy's Riverside Cottage. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. The cottage was a great place to cook meals and relax after a day of hiking. We enjoyed listening to the river and watching elk in the neighbor's yard and across the river. The hot tub was a nice touch. The location is in a quiet neighborhood close to the park entrance. We would love to stay again! It is just as advertised! Host's response: So Happy you enjoyed your stay with SkyRun Estes Park! Please do come back and visit again! Dione/SkyRun Ashley Stayed Jun, 2021 Review This was a great location and perfect for our small family. Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our Skyrun managed property. Carey G. Stayed Jun, 2021 Charming Cottage The entire experience with this property was easy and made our first trip to Estes Park unforgettable. We loved the location : easy access to RMNP or downtown Estes Park. Our favorite activity while there was sitting on the deck enjoying nature and relaxing . Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our SkyRun managed property. Tom B. Stayed May, 2021 Rustic cozy stay Overall, what we expected based on photos provided. Gas grill was not working , but they were going to fix it when we let them know later in our stay. No sharp knives! This also was not good for home cooking. The tub was very slippery so be careful with kids. More retro/rustic of a stay than we are used to but overall it really is a nice place as I know many folks love the rustic old time feel. I would update decor and add shower.We did love the closeness to everything and our daily elk visits across the river.Perfect place for those who like that retro feel!!! Gary H. Stayed May, 2021 Love the Rocky Mountain way! This cottage was great and especially for the price. It had a nice homey feel and I loved how close it was to the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Just 5 minutes! It served as a perfect home base to see the park. Loved the area with all the natural wildlife walking through the front yard plus it felt very safe and secure. After a long hike in the park the hot tub was very welcoming. After 15 minutes in the hot tub and a good night's rest I was ready to go the next morning! Overall it was an awesome experience and I will return! Host's response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our SkyRun managed property. Gary H. Stayed May, 2021 My Awesome Rocky Mountain Adventure! Had a great stay and adventure and your cottage was the perfect home base to see the park. I enjoyed the homey feel of it and It had everything I needed. The hot tub was excellent after hours of hiking the trails and thanks to it I woke up the next morning ready for another hike! Loved how close it is to the park entrance. Five whole minutes!! Elsbeth M. Stayed May, 2021 Great cabin for access to RMNP and town The house has some quirks, like to lock doors from the inside you still need the key and the assortment of space heaters, but for the price and location it was perfect for us! Hot tubed in the snow and hiked daily, but Safeway was just 7 minutes away. Lovely place and we made wonderful family memories! Host's response: Elsbeth, Thank you for booking a SkyRun managed property, we are glad you enjoyed your vacation. John D. Stayed Apr, 2021 Quiet Riverside Getaway The cottage offers a nice blend of comfort and rustic charm. The location is exceptional. Daniel C. Stayed Mar, 2021 Quiet cabin with a view Great cabin, plenty of space, loved the back deck, hot tub, river and mountain view. Quiet area short drive to RMNP and downtown Estes Great little cottage! Beautiful views, back deck and hot tub, right on the river, quiet side street. Katie K. Stayed Mar, 2021 Blissful Week We had a wonderful time at this cabin! We saw so much wildlife from the back porch it was amazing. Clark S. Stayed Feb, 2021 Great location! A great house for a weekend getaway. Very quiet street and we'll maintained house. Allie O. Stayed Feb, 2021 Fun girl's weekend stay Super cute old cabin. We loved the feel of this place and the location right on the river is great. Only weird thing was that you needed to lock yourself in the cabin in order to lock the doors and the one bedroom had no door. Other than that we had a great time! Host's response: Thank you, Allie! We're so glad that you were happy with the cabin and hope that you'll be back to stay with us again soon! Gianelli M. Stayed Feb, 2021 Great stay! Nice and quiet area with not a lot of traffic coming through! Would definitely stay here again! Host's response: Thank you, Gianelli! We hope that you'll be able to make that return trip soon! Adam W. Stayed Jan, 2021 Wonderful property. It has unique character that is also very clean. Perfect place to feel away from it all but still have Estes park downtown close enough to explore or get groceries. Debbie W. Stayed Jan, 2021 Beautiful Get Away! We really enjoyed being off the beaten track and the cabin sits on a lovely little creek. The hot tub was relaxing and private and such beauty. We watched a coyote having his brunch on Sunday while we sat in the hot tub for a relaxing soak. We had a wonderful time! Alyssa B. Stayed Jan, 2021 Quaint little house in the mountains! Love the private hot tub! Easy to check in, clean and homey Host's response: We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, Alyssa! We hope to host you again soon.SkyRun Jill L. Stayed Jan, 2021 Great property We really enjoyed our stay. Shawn B. Stayed Jan, 2021 Estes Park Cottage Nice house close to town Ryan B. Stayed Dec, 2020 Perfect Getaway Cute little cabin located on the river. Host's response: So glad you enjoyed this cabin. Nice that the river is right outside the back door too. Paula A. Stayed Dec, 2020 Cozy Atmosphere and Close to Town Cozy, clean and quiet. It is the perfect spot for a getaway in the mountains but still close to RMNP and shopping/restaurants. Host's response: So glad you enjoyed your stay. Yes, the location is great and the river right off of the deck. Josh Stayed Nov, 2020 Review The location was great and the jacuzzi really added a great experience with a view. Andrew Stayed Oct, 2020 Review Beautiful house right on the river with a great view from both bedrooms of the mountains! Erin Stayed Oct, 2020 Review Wonderful getaway, great location and views! Sallee Family Stayed Oct, 2020 Amazing Views We stayed 1 week at the cottage. Within 5 minutes of our arrival we saw a big Elk in the creek about 30 yards from the deck. The excitement didn’t stop there, our whole trip was filled with seeing Elk, Deer and small critters all around the cottage. Very comfortable living space, has all the amenities you would need. Hot tub was a nice addition, beds were comfortable and the washer/dryer was a bonus as our 1 year old got sick in the car seat. We will definitely be returning! Honeymoon! This was our honeymoon trip and we had a wonderful time! Will be back! Gordon Stayed Sep, 2020 Review Great location! Place was exactly what we expected and was perfect for us. Would happily stay here again. Host's response: Thank you so much, Gordon! We are so glad that you were happy with the property and will hope to be hosting a return trip for you soon! Mike R. Stayed Sep, 2020 Wonderful stay while hiking in RMNP Beautiful clean house. Elk everywhere! Loved sitting on the deck watching and listening to them. Close to Estes Park but seemed miles away. Great trip ! Host's response: Wow! Sounds like you had and all round great time. Seems like you're in the country but close to town. That's Murphy's Riverside Cottage for sure. Carey Stayed Sep, 2020 Review We enjoyed our (Website hidden by Airbnb) was clean, peaceful and relaxing. Lots of wildlife roaming around - elk, deer and we even had a bear visit us. Very convenient to the RMNP entrance and to local restaurants. Great Location! The location was perfect, right next to the Big Thompson river and a short jaunt to the downtown area. Tyson Stayed Sep, 2020 Review Great location, awesome view. Really close to Estas Park and downtown. Hot tub was an awesome plus. karen g. Stayed Aug, 2020 Mountain getaway Great little cabin. The rental process was very easy. William R. Stayed Aug, 2020 VERY NICE GOOD Host's response: So glad you enjoyed this property. Please come see us again soon. Gretchen Stayed Aug, 2020 Review This is a great home in a great location. The only caveat is the price. Its over priced. However, everything was great. The home was bigger than expected, with lots of room for family or friends. The home is very well equipped in all aspects including the kitchen, a porch room with games, electric fireplace, a comfy living room with electric fireplace, and lots of wonderful light, windows. Enjoyed the river, being close to everything, but also being in nature. The deck with hot tub is very relaxing. Really enjoyed this place! Highly recommend. Host's response: Thank you, Gretchen! We're very glad to hear that you enjoyed the home and its amenities/location. We are competitively priced with other vacation rentals in Estes Park, summer is our high season and rates throughout town will all reflect that. Perhaps a winter or spring visit would feel of better value in the future? (These are also beautiful times to visit!) We would absolutely love to host you again and appreciate your recommending us so highly. chad a. Stayed Jul, 2020 Great, quiet riverside cabin This cabin was right on the river and in the middle of a quiet neighborhood. Comfortable and close to town. We had one small issue and it was quickly resolved by the managing company. We loved it here and look forward to coming back. Host's response: Sounds like you had a great time. So glad you enjoyed the property. Come back soon! Lovely The house was perfect for our family of four. It was spacious and beautifully situated right on the river. It was a very short distance to the park entrance. We had what we needed in terms of utensils, plates, and other provisions and it was easy to go to the grocery store for food. The one thing that we had to be cautious about was the patio which led straight to the river we had to keep an eye on our young children as there is no fence between the patio pad and the slope to the water. But we really enjoyed the sound inside of the river right in our backyard. The hot tub was a great plus for we adults. Host's response: The River and the Hot Tub are great to enjoy together. Sounds like you had a wonderful time at this property. It was a pleasure to host you. Please come back again. Laura Stayed Jul, 2020 Review Beautiful views, great location! ASHLEY K. Stayed Jul, 2020 Perfect location on a gorgeous stream We loved our stay at this property! The sound of the stream running through the back was so relaxing. We had everything we needed and more. Would definitely recommend! Host's response: Thank you, Ashley! We're so glad that you loved staying at the riverside cottage and hope that you'll be back again soon! John M. Stayed Jun, 2020 Amazing cozy setting! I felt it was the best cabin experience I've ever had. The scenery and wildlife was magical. Would definitely stay again! Host's response: Thank you, John! We're so glad that you enjoyed your stay at the riverside cottage and would love to host you again in the future! Fun! We went into Rocky Mountain National Park every day. Horseback riding at Sombrero Stables was fun! We saw a bobcat out front and a herd of elk with several babies! We saw bears twice and moose, too! We loved the location and would stay here again! We loved everything about this trip!! Host's response: Thank you! We're so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Murphy's Riverside Cottage (and so many exciting wildlife sightings!) We hope you'll be back for another adventure soon! Naomi F. Stayed Jun, 2020 Wonderful Location charming cottage Super cozy....right on the big Thompson river the hot tub works great....elk and elk calves grazing in the meadow every morning. Will definitely return! Plenty of space beautiful mountain and river view Host's response: Thank you, Naomi! We're so glad that you loved the Murphy's Riverside Cottage (and how exciting that you got to witness some baby elk calves!!) We hope that you're able to make your return visit soon! Dave Stayed Jun, 2020 Review Just as described in listing. Clean and comfortable. House is larger than it looks!! Bathroom is a bit small but wasnt an issue for us. Hot tub was hot and was wonderful to sit in after a day of sightseeing and especially after a day of horseback riding! Would definitely stay here again. Pam C. Stayed Mar, 2020 Thank you! Perfect location at such a crazy time. Host was amazingly communicative. Offered us a full refund if we werent able to make it for any reason Host's response: Thanks for letting us know! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Please join us again soon! Chrystal W. Stayed Feb, 2020 Enjoyed even being sick! My husband and I really enjoyed our stay even though we were sick. Cute little place with a great view. Loved the hot tub! Host's response: Thank you, Chrystal! We're so glad that you and your husband enjoyed your time at the riverside cottage (although I'm very sorry that you were sick!) All the more reason to make a return trip soon! Rebecca Y. Stayed Jan, 2020 Lovely We had a wonderful stay at this lovely cabin. The home is comfortable and view is gorgeous. It is tucked away on the Big Thompson right outside Rocky Mountain National Park and is minutes fromdowntown Estes. Host's response: Thank you, Rebecca! Were so glad you enjoyed the cabin and its location and we hope that youll be back again soon! Sean Stayed Nov, 2019 Review Would recommend it and would stay there again! Host's response: Thank you, Sean! We hope that you'll be able to make your return trip soon! Kevin Stayed Oct, 2019 Review Great location, good communication & property was as described. I would return to this property again as my family & I had s great time! Host's response: We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the location and property! We hope to have you folks back again soon for another stay. Shaw Stayed Oct, 2019 Review Very close to Rocky Mtn National Park and downtown Estes. Local grocery store also has everything you need, no reason to go to the big stores in Estes Host's response: We're so pleased to hear you were close to the places you wanted to go and that you were able to avoid the big grocery store! We hope to have you back again in the future for another stay. Dave H. Stayed Oct, 2019 Great cottage Great location just outside of RMNP, and away from all the traffic of Estes Park. The cottage is spacious and has everything you need for a nice vacation. Host's response: Thank you, Dave! We're so glad that you enjoyed staying at the cottage and hope that you'll be back again soon! Keith C. Stayed Oct, 2019 Quaint cabin with lots of wildlife We loved our stay at the cabin. It was a quiet little place to get away from the craziness of Estes Park Elk Fest and the crowds of people in the park watching the Elk. From the property we watched deer, turkeys, rabbits, and lots of elk every day. From the deck we watched an incredible Bull Elk battle that lasted 20+ minutes.I do agree with previous reviewer (Dawn), the hot tub would not go above 99 degrees which is basically the same temp as the human body so it was merely a warm tub. Also as a retired firefighter I would strongly recommend that the locks be changed from the dual-cylinder key locks. I would be very surprised if the state and local codes permit them. Host's response: Thank you, Keith! We're so glad that you loved the cabin and enjoyed its location and wildlife visitors! We appreciate your feedback regarding the hot tub and have passed along to our maintenance team. We do always ask that guests contact us if hot tub temperatures are below 104 so that we can address and resolve any issues immediately. We're here to help and want to ensure that you enjoy every aspect of your stay! Dawn S. Stayed Sep, 2019 Great getaway! This was a cute little house to stay in for our wedding anniversary. Great deck, very peaceful. We saw and heard more elk than we did people, so just what we wanted. If there are any downs to this property, it would be that the hot tub could be hotter, and the doors have to be locked and unlocked from the inside with a key. I feel like this could be trouble in an emergency. Overall, a great weekend, we will stay at this property again! Host's response: We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! It's such a great time to experience the elk, so we are happy to hear you were able to see many of them and hear them bugle. We hope to have you back again in the future! RW Stayed Sep, 2019 Perfect Cottage Getaway An adorable, clean, and spacious cottage right on the bank of the river. Had everything we needed for a long weekend getaway from the kitchen, to bedrooms and linen, a cozy living room, spacious deck to watch the elk and wildlife in the adjacent meadow, and a relaxing hot tub for the end of each day. Will definitely be looking to book here in the future! Host's response: We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your vacation home! We look forward to your return so you can again relax while enjoying the wildlife and the hot tub! Coleman C. Stayed Aug, 2019 Amazing view and back porch So close to everything and an amazing river and Mountain View! Host's response: Thank you, Coleman! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the home's location and views and hope that you'll be able to make a return trip soon! Rachel R. Stayed Aug, 2019 Relaxing Retreat We had a wonderful experience at this home! It is in the perfect location, close to the RMNP entrance and also very close to town. There is a market at the end of the road and a wonderful restaurant, Bird and Jim, that you should not miss! The house is old, but in a charming way, and we loved how it has been painted and the decor is perfect for the space. There are lots of beautiful windows for viewing that are adequately covered with blinds or curtains if needed. We loved having them open. There is one house very close next door, but we did not see anyone there. The size of the house was just right for our family of four. We loved being on the river and leaving our windows open at night to sleep with the sound of the water. The kitchen is adequate and had what we needed. We mostly cooked breakfast and had sandwiches on the go. We spent one dinner at home and used the outdoor grill to cook our fish we caught. The deck is fabulous! We loved eating and reading out on the deck and enjoying the beautiful view. The hot tub was a bonus after hiking, river rafting, fishing, and all our adventures. We have only two things we would bring your attention to. One, is that the hot tub WILL NOT set higher than 99 even though the instructions say not to set it higher than 102. I was able to take a very hot bath, so that helped. The second is that the house description includes fishing rods for use. We were never able to find the rods and management was not able to reach the owners. I will say that management was very responsive to any questions or concerns we had. We loved the property and would stay again! Host's response: Thank you for your thoughtful comments! We appreciate knowing our guest experiences. I've contacted maintenance about the hot tub temperature. We apologize that it was a problem when you were in the home. We tracked down the fishing rods - they had been removed from the home, but will be in place this week for guests to use. We are sorry you didn't have access to the fishing rods. We hope you'll return - and you can soak in a hot!! hot tub and fish to your heart's content! Lacey Stayed Jul, 2019 Review Very cute little cabin! Not great river access for fishing, but beautiful views. The hot tub is only a 2 person lounger. Very relaxing, but not made for more than 2 people at a time. We cooked all of our meals at the cabin and it was stocked with all of the kitchen items that we needed to do so (pots, pans, utensils..). The deck is very large and great for sitting on while drinking morning coffee. I would stay here again if visiting Estes. Host's response: Thank you for your comments and review. We're pleased you were able to relax and enjoy the amenities. We look forward to your return! Shane & Anne K. Stayed Jul, 2019 We'll Be Back We were thoroughly pleased with the ease of checking in, the rental location, the overall condition of the property and the cleanliness of the cottage. We spent all evenings on the back deck enjoying the view and hot tub. The kitchen was fully equipped, which made it easy to make meals - a plus for us as we love to cook. We'll be back! Host's response: Thank you for your comments and review. We're pleased you enjoyed your accommodations. Your evenings sound perfect - hot tub and the night sky! We look forward to your return! Alan Stayed Jul, 2019 Review Our second stay at this cabin. The location and the deck on the river are wonderful. Host's response: Thank you, Alan! We are so glad to hear that you've enjoyed this cabin more than once and look forward to your next trip! Debbie G. Stayed Jun, 2019 A Hidden Treasure Our stay was very memorable. The accommodations were perfect for our family at this very special time. The cottage was clean, we had ample space and we found it very comfortable. The location was perfect in that it was close to town, yet felt like it was hidden away in the wilderness. The flowing river was an added bonus to the beauty of the surroundings. If we could change anything we would have felt more comfortable if we didnt have to lock the doors from the inside. If there was an emergency during the night we all worried about being able to exit the premises quickly. Several outlets were loose, which felt to be a safety risk. Thank you very much and we look forward to visiting again! Host's response: Thank you for your comments and thoughts. We appreciate guests like you. We look forward to your return visit! Fall and winter are magical times to enjoy our mountains and Estes Park. We hope to see you then! Suzanne Stayed Jun, 2019 Review This was a lovely, quaint cottage that fit our family of 5 just perfectly. The deck and hot tub along the river were super relaxing and we had a family of elk come right to the deck. Very charming. Had issues getting the key to the place and communication was not good but other than that, the place was grand. Host's response: We are so glad to hear that the home provided a comfortable vacation space for your family and that you were able to enjoy its views and the deck and hot tub on the river. We apologize that the check-in process did not feel straight-forward, often when booking through Airbnb arrival instructions are filtered to guest's junk or spam email folder. We hope that you will return again in the future! Brenda M. Stayed Jun, 2019 The house was very clean. We enjoyed staying here! Loved the seeing the elk in the yard every morning. Kitchen was nicely stocked with appliances, everything you would need including a crock pot and blender. Host's response: We're pleased you enjoyed your accommodations and your visiting elk! We look forward to hosting you again. Joyce Stayed Jun, 2019 Review This is a nice home in the country. It is nicely decorated and comfortable. We saw wild life right outside our window which was a plus for me. Host's response: Thank you for your comments, Joyce. We're happy you enjoyed the location and wildlife! Riley Stayed May, 2019 Review Great cottage on the river with tons of space and close to everything you could need! We loved how close this house was to the RMNP entrance gate and the view of the mountains from the hot tub! Couldnt have asked for a better stay! Host's response: Thank you for your kind review and comments. We are pleased you enjoyed your accommodations, amenities and the location. Please come back - the mountains are calling! Chad Stayed May, 2019 Charming and Naturist Couldn't get any better than having a river run underneath you and a hot tub private view of the wildlife and mountains next to you. Restaurants right there and a hop, skip jump to downtown. was definitely a plus. My only issue that would have given it a 5-star rating is if the windows to view all this nature were cleaner. I just so happen to clean the picture window from the living room to view the deck and river. Had to wait 3 days to get the TV working. Other than the road leading into the property being with potholes...I would definitely come back again. Bradley M. Stayed Jan, 2019 Great little cottage in a super location. Overall great stay. Highly recommend. Hope to come back again. Host's response: Thank you for your review and comments. We hope you'll return for another visit when it isn't sub-zero! The summer and fall in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park are absolutely inspiring! Kim Stayed Dec, 2018 Review Charming cottage with perfect location. The hot tub was the highlight for us. Very relaxing and peaceful. Beautiful night sky viewing. Host's response: Thank you for your review and comments. I've already put in a work order to fix the small leak in the bathroom. We appreciate input from our guests! Availability Select your travel dates to view a detailed quote. Location from 115.00 / night Check-in: Check-out: Number of Guests Adults: 1 Adults 2 Adults 3 Adults 4 Adults 5 Adults Children: 0 Children 1 Children 2 Children 3 Children 4 Children 5 Children Okay Share Your Name: Your Email: Recipients Email: Enter one or more recipient email addresses separated by comma Message: Add to Favorites Favorites Print Inquire Inquiry Form - Property Details Page Inquiry form for property pages. 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