Chalet

Scenic Solitude off the beaten path near Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park

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A wooden deck with blue chairs and a table, surrounded by trees.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a bar area with stools.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a large mirror.
A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, a refrigerator, and a mirror.
A multi-story house with a stone retaining wall, a wooden deck, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Drake, CO
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Movie Theater)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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  • Dryer
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About the area

Drake

Located in Drake, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Estes Park Museum and Estes Park Memorial Observatory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Stanley Hotel and Historic Estes Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mustang Mountain Coaster and Coyote Ridge Natural Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Map
Drake, CO

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 35 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 35 min drive - 34.7 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 36 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Stanley Park - 38 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Rocky Mountain National Park - 38 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colorado Cherry Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Rim Rock Cafe - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Pavillion - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scenic Solitude off the beaten path near Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Scenic Solitude off the beaten path near Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Solitude off the beaten path near Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenic Solitude off the beaten path near Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Scenic Solitude off the beaten path near Estes Park/Rocky Mountain National Park located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly chalet is within 16 mi (25 km) of Devil's Backbone Nature Trail, Mount Olympus and Lake Estes. Mustang Mountain Coaster and Estes Park Memorial Observatory are also within 20 miles (32 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. 76 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house and setting! We loved staying here. The view from the windows was incredible, including the early morning sunrise. Hiking trails are just down the road a few miles.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2026
We are very glad you enjoyed your stay! Stanks for staying
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all enjoyed our stay and all accommodations were excellent. We'll definitely spread word to friends and family about this! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
We are so glad your enjoyed your stay!!! Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Getaway

A perfect place for our annual family trip to CO
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
We are so glad your stay was perfect. Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family getaway

Nice house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thanks for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views from the house. The house itself is beautiful and so many boardgames or games for kids. Great place to disconnect from life constant rush. Remember you are about 40-45 minutes from any town especially having to come down from mountain. The house has everything i could think about. My father is elderly, so the stairs are a little difficult to manage. They do have safety doors everywhere so it’s good for kids. The river is close by and got to see some amazing views from trials. We didnt get to go on walks by the house but we did see neighbors and others walking. Loveland and Este Parks are great places to visit, so much to see. Communication from owner was one of the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2026
Thanks so much for staying!! We are glad you enjoyed your time at our home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place! This place offers scenic views and an extraordinary home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Thanks for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and house were beautiful!! Communication with the owner was top notch! My friends and I had the best time during our stay! Highly recommend booking!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
We are so glad you had such a positive experience at our home! Thanks for taking great care our our home!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Thanks for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family weekend at this property. Communication with the host was excellent with quick responses. House was clean and comfortable, property was beautiful. The drive up the mountain is not for the faint of heart but definitely worth it! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! The drive is very special for sure Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

mountain

Great place for a mountain stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thanks for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Mountain Home

We had an amazing time staying on the mountain. It was a beautiful home with everything we needed. Sitting on the deck and viewing the wildlife was so enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
Great guests. We would be excited to host them again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

This rental was perfect for our family of 10 on our recent vacation. The views were incredible, and the peaceful setting was wonderful after our active days. Owners were great at responding to our questions right away. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Thanks for staying!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! The kids thanked me for picking such an "awesome house" after exploring for just a few minutes. Tons of things inside the house to keep the kids entertained and the adults loved the views and spending time out on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Mark,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home with exceptional views. Very relaxing

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2020
We are so glad you had a relaxing Thanksgiving weekend. Thanks for taking great care of our home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get away weekend

The house was beautiful. The scenery was stunning! We enjoyed a wonderful family get away weekend with grandparent, adult children and grandchildren. The house met all of our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
It is great that the house was what you needed. Thanks for staying
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Peaceful clean and very well maintained! Visits from deer and turkey throughout the weekend! Was great to get away from the hustle of town and just have a nice clean quiet place to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2024
Thanks for staying
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family retreat for Grandsons wedding!

This property is a wonderful place for a family. We came for my grandson’s wedding. It accommodated our family with ease. Every kitchen need is met.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful! This is definitely one of the nicest homes we have ever stayed at.

This house has everything you need. We enjoyed our stay very much. Kitchen is loaded with everything you needed. Beds are very comfortable, house is so inviting. We really enjoyed the Movie room and the game room.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
We are happy that the house had everything your family needed for your stay. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in August!

Beautiful, well kept home with a lot of activities for families. Awesome views with lots of wild life.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for taking great care of our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in the Rockies

Our family stayed here for several days over Christmas. Beautiful views of the mountains and the property was clean and well taken care of. Lots of amenities and well stocked. I would definitely stay there again. I highly recommend it!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the amenities. Come back again! Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place was awesome!

The location was perfect! Pictures of the place online do not do it justice. The views, the bar, the theater room, and the deck was some of the group favorites!! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2021
Thanks for staying. We are glad you enjoyed the amenities of our home. You are correct, it is truly difficult to capture the beauty with a photo.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We’re now looking for a mountain home

This setting is all you could ask for. The town of Drake was perfect and the hiking was awesome. The house was great we spent most of our time in the deck with those views! House itself was spacious with a great theater room. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed our home. We would love to host you in the future Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home with beautiful views.

Incredible home featuring everything you could possibly want for activities. We were all very comfortable and pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

Wonderful place. Lovely views. Friendly neighbors. Lots for the children and adults to do. Great time was had by all. Host was extremely responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to host you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Drake for softball tournament

The house was excellent! A little more rustic than anticipated in getting to it, but it was a great drive!!! Very scenic!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
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