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Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat

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Beautiful riverfront setting!
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Place, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Upstairs bathroom

Upstairs bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat

Welcome to Happy River Cottage!
Find serenity on the river in this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in Estes Park. This magical cottage is the perfect getaway located in a peaceful setting, on the Big Thompson river, surrounded by Spruce and Aspen trees and filled with wildlife stopping by to drink from the happy river. Pass the time by relaxing on the porch, making s’mores on the fire pit, and enjoying lunch at your own picnic area. There are river views from nearly every room in the house. Open the windows and let the rolling river lull you to sleep. Happy River Cottage features a washer and dryer, free TV, and WiFi and local calls.
Blue Spruce Village is located 2 miles from the entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park and just a few minutes from charming downtown Estes Park.
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Larimer County License 20-NCD0146

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not move the furniture around.
Do not pick up, relocate or throw the large rocks at the river’s edge. It prevents the land from being eroded away.
Upon checkout please: -run dishes in dw -Return anything moved back to its location -lock door -let us know that you’re out

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number 20-NDC0146

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Historic Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Beaver Meadows Entrance Station - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪YMCA: Aspen Dining Hall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Brew - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Moraine Park Museum and Murphey's Mountain Park. Beaver Meadows Entrance Station and Cub Lake Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sherry b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular cottage and stay by the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Great Stay

Fun and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Great stay!

Everything is as advertised. We loved sitting on the back porch and listening to the river. We saw maybe 10 elk one morning passing through. It was a great proximity to downtown Estes and the national park. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

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

Great place!

We had a wonderful time! It was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TJ M.

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

Estes Cabin on the Water

Great stay. There were 4 adults in our group. Plenty of space. Cabin is about 5 minutes from all of the Estes action and about 5 minutes from the RMNP entrance. Cabin was very clean and the creek is about 40' from the back deck...very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

janice m.

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

VRBO

Beautiful place!!! Comfortable beds. Very clean. No issues/problems. Would definitely come again!!
Upstairs bedroom view
Across the street
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

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

The place was great

Beautiful place. Great location and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Amazing cottage!!!

What a fantastic stay at this cottage, everything you could ask for and more. Great location, great accommodations and great scenery. Thank you so much and can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Great Location

Right by the Big Thompson, beautiful setting, quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Autumn S., Tennessee

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

Great Visit to RMNP

Great location to access RMNP. Enjoyed the views and the sounds of the creek! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Perfect little getaway

Beautiful cabin! We had all the amenities we needed for our weekend stay. The weather wasn’t very cooperative but we made the best of our time there. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve O.

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

Fabulous Fall Getaway!

We have been visiting Estes Park for almost 20 years and this is one of our most favorite properties; very well maintained and decorated, great location right on the Big Thompson river...nothing better than cool mountain air and the sound of the river outside of you open windows! Thanks for sharing this wonderful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RALPH S.

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

River house

Loved it
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Cozy Cabin

Beautiful cabin and property! Perfect way to relax and recharge. Would defienetly rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

Relaxing

This property is perfectly located! It doesn’t get any better than the river flowing in your backyard! So peaceful and relaxing! It’s decorated very nice and it was very clean! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Cozy and Scenic

Perfect for two couples to catch up and relax by the gorgeous river. Both bedrooms are great. Close to town and the nat’l park. Elk came right through the neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Big Thompson River

Beautiful home steps away from the Big Thompson River, wonderful sound to go to sleep to and wake too. The home is well appointed and very comfortable. Minutes from Estes Park and Rocky National Park. Enjoyed our stay very much and will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

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

Great cabin, great location to RMNP and Estes Park!

The porch area that backs up to the Big Thompson River is amazing! Grocery store and gas 5 minutes away, quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Vacation Home

Our family loved our 2 night stay and wish we could have extended our time. Everything was beautiful and cozy. We loved the porch with the river flowing. Our kids enjoyed roasting marshmallows and playing family games. It was the perfect stay in Estes and we hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce O.

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

Amazing River Cottage!

We loved our stay! The place was clean and kept up well. Had the windows open at night to sleep to the sounds of the river. The place was decorated very nicely and the cabin vibes made you right at home. The hosts were very responsive when we had questions. Bonus sightings of bears running through the backyard and a lynx and her baby hanging out on the other side of the river. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Cozy Winter Retreat

We really had a great stay in this cabin. It was absolutely perfect for a cozy winter vacation. Beds and couches were super comfy with a well stocked kitchen and bathrooms with everything we needed. The back porch overlooking the river was also something special. Not to mention the hosts were also very responsive. The only downside is we didn’t get to stay longer! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a cute cabin in Estes Park. Don’t pass this one up.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Among our most favorite vacation rentals ever!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat. Our only wish was that we could have stayed longer! The location is wonderful - close enough to town, RMNP and our favorite restaurants. Being right on the river is such a relaxing setting and we loved hearing the sounds of water rushing through our open windows at night. The home is stocked with everything we needed and the furniture is fitting and super comfortable - especially the master bed! We look forward to returning!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shonda M.

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

Cozy cabin

We loved this location and the house was super clean and cozy. The location of this property is perfect if you're planning to spend a lot of time in RMNP. We loved leaving the windows cracked to hear the river and take in the fresh air. The kitchen is well stocked if you plan to cook there. Our only issue was the master mattress needs to be replaced, but the property manager was so kind and quickly brought over a mattress topper for us which helped a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

A Beautiful Stay By The River!

My husband and I and a close girlfriend stayed for three nights, but wish we could have stayed longer! Your home was so cozy and beautiful. The beds were extremely comfortable and the pillows were wonderful as well. We spent lots of time hiking, but also sitting out back by the river. We saw magpies and a hummingbird came very close to my friends face, and it was so funny. Highly recommend this home. Kathy, Tim and Trish.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Estes Park Hiking ttio

Cute and cozy cottage right by the river. We had a great stay, it was the perfect jump point for several hikes nearby. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our meals. Even appreciated the gas grill outside. Only hick up was the address provided in the check in email took us to the first house on the right when entering the neighborhood. We interrupted a nice group on their vacation before we found out we should take the left into the neighborhood. Whoops!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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