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Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk!

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Exterior
Property grounds
Mt. Copeland at dusk.
Mt. Copeland  in winter.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Allenspark, CO
  • Place, Wild Basin Area
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk!

Come stay at Knotty Bear Basin! Surrounded by Ponderosa Pines, mountains, wildflowers, and wildlife of all kinds.

Enjoy our views of the snow capped continental divide while relaxing in the hot tub above your own private river walk on the North Saint Vrain. Beautiful mountain home within walking distance of Rocky Mountain National Park, Wild Basin with many breathtaking trails from easy to intense. Enjoy our large deck with mountain views and the sound of our roaring river! Our dining room table expands for seating 6-12!

We also offer a full 50 amp RV hook up for your family members who may have an RV and would like to join your family vacation! ($20 per day additional fee)

Our home is in a private setting with acres of outdoor space for your family to enjoy. This is paradise on earth to us, come see what you think!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

You are welcome to bring your WELL BEHAVED dog(s).

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Hot Tub is a Salt Water system and requires that CLEAN people use it. You must shower before entry. No hair products, lotions, etc. THANKS!

If you are bringing 1 or 2 dogs, please do not leave them unattended at the house unless you have a kennel to leave them in.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR-24-0047
Property # 2584442vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Allenspark

Located in Allenspark, this holiday home is in the mountains. Keythedral Theater and Seven Keys Lodge are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Stanley Village and Historic Estes Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond.
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Allenspark, CO

What's nearby

  • Wild Basin Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rocky Mountain National Park - 10 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 19 min drive - 25.2 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 21 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Bear Lake Trailhead - 41 min drive - 44.4 km

Getting around

  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rock Creek Tavern & Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Treehuggers Trading - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peaceful Valley Ranch Staff Dining - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Simplicity - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Spurce Clad - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Mountain Tranquility for large families near Rocky Mountain National Pk! located?

This family-friendly Allenspark holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wild Basin Area, Wild Basin Trailhead and Copeland Falls. Rocky Mountain National Park and Lily Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts were amazing and the property was gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for the perfect mountain retreat for a group. This is the place. The host is top notch! His property is 5 star! A lot of love has been put into this place. We wish we could of stayed longer! Thank You for sharing your slice of heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thanks for your amazing review Justin! It thrills us to know that you enjoyed our place as much as we do. You are welcome back anytime the mountains call:)
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Amazing vacation

The house and property are breathtaking
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia K.

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

Great Place for Family

Our stay at Knotty Bear Basin was exceptional. Sherri and Bret go out of their way to make the experience of staying in their home comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bret and Sheri

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My wife and I are high school sweethearts coming up on 40 years of marriage to each other. We have always had an attraction for the mountains spending every vacation here in Colorado until finally we were able to move here in 1999. Our quest for a mountain home lasted almost 20 years and we looked at hundreds of properties. It is almost impossible to find property in a totally private setting with a view of the continental divide and your own private river, but after 20 years...God blessed us with this property. We spend every day that the weather allows us outdoors on our deck, in our mountain flower garden, or down by the river. We both have the gift of hospitality and love to share our home with family and friends. It is our desire that all who come and stay here will appreciate the beauty and majesty of our mountain paradise, and that they would make memories that last their lifetime.

Why they chose this property

Pine forest, mountains in all directions, roaring river to soothe the soul and put you to sleep at night! We are close to Peak to Peak highway for convenience yet far enough away that we don't see or hear very much traffic. We are at approximately 8500 feet in elevation so the Summer temperatures are generally very pleasant, cool enough in the evenings that the hot tub is always very inviting.

What makes this property unique

Privacy including your own private river walk where we have a bench, hammock, swinging chair, and four place table and chairs for "river" enjoyment. Being 11 miles from Estes Park is perfectly close enough to hop in and enjoy the shopping, entertainment, and everything touristy, YET far enough away to "get away from it all" and feel like you own the mountains around you.

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