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Overlooking the mountains, this cabin features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, accommodating 2 guests. Adventure activities like birdwatching, mountain climbing, and rock climbing await nearby. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation and access to nearby golf opportunities. Explore Historic Estes Park and the Historic Park Theatre in the city center.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Near Historic Estes Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi
Fireplace
Explore the area
Estes Park, CO
Historic Estes Park
Place, Historic Estes Park
5 min walk
Estes Park Aerial Tramway
Place, Estes Park Aerial Tramway
15 min walk
The Stanley Hotel
Place, The Stanley Hotel
15 min walk
Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath!
(License #3430)
*** Also visit our Black Bear Cottage at VRBO #644057 ***
Renovated 1928 Cottage located just a short walk to downtown Estes Park! Everything is in excellent condition. You'll know you are in the mountains with the cozy mountain 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.
- This cottage is located fairly close to W. Wonderview Avenue – which can be a very busy road with traffic heading in/out of the Rocky Mountain National Park North entrance. You will hear traffic noise. It is a great spot if you enjoy watching cars & bikes pass by while sitting under the covered porch.
Enjoy your evenings relaxing in the cozy living room enjoying a glass of wine in front of the fireplace (gas fireplace unit is controlled by a wall switch! ambiance on.. ambiance off). The patio door provides ample natural light with views of the Lumpy Ridge (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 NEW stove/oven, refrig, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, drip coffee maker, toaster & crock pot!
This cottage is connected! WiFi & Streaming Service are provided. There is also a BlueRay DVD Player & a small collection of DVDs. There are two Flat Screen TVs throughout this cottage - with the Living Room being a Smart TV - providing ability to log into your own movie accts (Netflix/Amazon/etc.) or watch YouTube Videos, etc.!
The Queen bedroom features a new bed, walk-in closet, 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'.
The forced air natural gas furnace provides comfort throughout during the colder days/nights. The two ceiling fans (dining area & Queen bedroom) 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.
Have your morning coffee on the front patio or enjoy comfortable seating on the back covered porch while viewing the mountains or watching for elk & deer. This cottage is a wonderful place to enjoy your Estes Park vacation!
NEW CANCELLATION POLICY – FORCED BY VRBO 12/5/2018
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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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 Chamberlain, a neighbourhood in Estes Park, this cabin is in the mountains. 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 snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min walk
Kind Coffee - 13 min walk
You Need Pie! - 18 min walk
Claire's Restaurant and Bar - 8 min walk
Penelope's Old Time Burgers - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath!?
As of 31 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath! on 30 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,240, 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 Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lazy Bear Cottage - Very close to downtown! Newly Renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath! located?
Located in Chamberlain, 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
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 a 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'! And, thus, BLACK BEAR COTTAGE (Lazy Bear Cottage's big brother) has now been a vacation rental property (VRBO #644057) since 2014!
Then, in the Spring of 2015, they purchased another cottage to renovate to give them purpose and to take their minds off of medical issues. Working very part-time on the cottage it was eventually completed, and thus, LAZY BEAR COTTAGE is now the little sister to Black Bear Cottage...
We love them equally !!
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