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Lakefront Home - Dramatic views from upper and lower decks

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Looking north from top deck at the mountains reflected in the lake.
Newly painted in 2021, view lower and upper decks from lake side.
Canoe in the estuary right from your door step or just sit by the camp fire
Main entrance.
The House viewed from across the lake through cat tails in the estuary

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grand Lake, CO
  • Place, Shadow Mountain National Recreation Area
  • Place, Adams Falls Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Lake Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Home - Dramatic views from upper and lower decks

We invite you to enjoy our beautiful mountain home for a relaxing vacation in the winter or summer in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. With wifi and cable TV you can stay in touch with the world while enjoying the seclusion of this nature lovers paradise. Our home's incredible views take your breath away every morning when you wake up and look across the sparkling water. Sit and watch nature's activity on the lake for hours on end. The islands in the lake provide a back drop for a dramatic nature show where Osprey nest and white pelicans perch. Deer, Elk and Moose are often spotted from the deck. Shadow Mountain rises up out of the water on the far shore giving this beautiful mountain lake its name, 'Shadow Mountain Lake.'

In the winter, you can snowshoe, ice skate or snowmobile on the frozen lake right out the back door. Spend hours of fun snowmobiling through town or on the 100+ miles of trails around the Grand Lake area. Grand Lake Village is the snow mobile capital of Colorado! Only 20 minutes from the Granby Ranch skiing area and 40 minutes from the world famous (and local's favorite) Winter Park and Mary Jane ski areas, this is a beautiful and quiet winter getaway.

Our home is located where the headwaters of the Colorado River enter the lake, creating an estuary-like waterfront on your doorstep. In the lake there is fishing for trout and Kokanee Salmon. This lake is connected at its other end to Grand Lake via a navigable waterway and visits to Grand Lake Village are a must, whether by boat or by automobile. This quaint mountain town has a special charm, choosing covered boardwalks rather than cement sidewalks. Fun mountain town activities like Saturday night bingo in the park, browsing curio shops, playing miniature golf or experiencing the yummy candy and ice cream stores. You can also enjoy the authentic mountain night life by taking in a play at the live theater, bowling, or drinking and dancing in the rustic saloons and many different restaurants.

Right out the door from the lower level of the house you can use our complimentary canoe and paddle on the lake around the islands for sight seeing and fishing. We really love our mountain home and we would like to share it with you. It is a place that you will never forget.

Keywords: Modern Mountain Home, Lake Front

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
While kid friendly, it is not child-proofed.
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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
No more than 3 standard size vehicles. Contact us if you seek an exception to this rule.

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number STR22-288817

About the area

Grand Lake

Located in Grand Lake, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park and Arapaho National Recreation Area, while Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre and Kauffman House Museum are cultural highlights. Cascades of the Rockies Bookstore and Lilliput Mini Golf 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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Grand Lake, CO

What's nearby

  • Adams Falls Trail - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Grand Lake Marina - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Grand Lake Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Columbine Lake - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Granby Station - 18 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sagebrush BBQ & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miyauchi's Snack Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪One Love Rum Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rockies - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home - Dramatic views from upper and lower decks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home - Dramatic views from upper and lower decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home - Dramatic views from upper and lower decks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home - Dramatic views from upper and lower decks located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Arapaho National Recreation Area and Colorado River. Lake Granby and Adams Falls Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view of Shadow Mountain Lake. Beautiful and quiet. House has everything you need b for cooking a meal. And two decks to enjoy it on.
Shadow Mountain Lake at dusk
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina M.

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

Great place!

We enjoyed our stay, great location, clean house, and fun environment! Kids loved the board games provided and we all loved the kayaks and canoes!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara P., Raleigh, NC

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

Wonderful lake front stay minutes from RMNP

The house was clean and well equipped. It had everything we needed. Being on the lake was awesome. We used the kayaks to explore the lake and islands. We couldn't ask for a better stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Westminster, CO

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

Perfect house, fun location

We had a great time up here with our group for the weekend. The house was clean and had everything we needed. It is right on the lake which was a bonus and even had canoes and kayaks we could use. We spent a lot of time in the back around the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy L.

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

Lakeside vacation

We had a great time and the kayak and canoe were the hits with our grandchildren. Everything we needed was there and the house was very spacious with two living rooms. We would go back in a heartbeat
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Great Getaway

We had an amazing stay. The home was beautiful and clean. We enjoyed the amazing views of the mountains, lake, and birds from the living room and deck. The sandbars in the lake in front of the home were a great place for kids to play. Our favorite activity was exploring the islands with the canoes and kayaks. What a great place to get away from it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

My happy place…

Brent and Lori, thank you for sharing your beautiful home. This was our third trip and it really is amazing. We slowed down a bit this year, watching birds, spending more time on the water, and playing dominoes. The hummingbirds, geese, pelicans, ducks, etc are so much fun to watch. We saw a heron twice while kayaking and so many geese and duck babies. The house was comfortable and great as always, with everything we needed. We love the new cushions on the top deck and the new chairs! We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Andrew & Holly B., Seaford, VA

Quiet Retreat on the Lake, With Lots of Wildlife Visible from the Balcony

Great retreat with amazing view of the lake and mountains. Plenty of room for our family of 6 to enjoy. Moose lovers will particularly be fond of the decor throughout the house Saw moose, deer, otters, and the many pelicans on the lake just from the balcony and lower deck. As others have stated, the Adams Falls trail in Grand Lake was perfect for families with younger children. Then suggest stopping by Rocky Mountain Chocolates in town for some ice cream. Unfortunately, the water levels near the house would make kayaking / canoeing rather difficult. So we instead rented a boat on Lake Granby (Beacon Landing Marina) - highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

wonderful lake house

My wife and two young daughters spent the weekend here. It was a great place. The house is newer and very clean. Lots of room. The house would have easily accommodated two families. The view is outstanding, as the house is on the water and looks over SML. One of the highlights is the easy access to the islands on the south side of the lake. We brought our canoe and the islands start pretty much right off the shore of the house. Grill and fire pit were great (smores!). We rented a pontoon boat at Trail ridge, just down the road. Communication with the owners was great, and it was easy to tell they truly take pride in their lake house, treating it as a home and not just a rental. We will definitely be staying here again when we come back to Grand Lake.

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very comfortable and the views are stunning. We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is very comfortable and welcoming, plus the view is fantastic. It was easy to find because of excellent directions and the owners were so kind. I would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room and the canoe/kayaks were a nice addition!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped home, beautiful views, and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in a lovely lakefront home. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

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

Lovely Lake Home

We (my husband, daughter and her bestie and me) spent the long 4th of July weekend and this lovely lake home. We felt very comfortable, the house had everything we needed including tranquil views of the lake. We enjoyed the fireworks display from the top deck, hiking, kayaking on the lake, listening to the birds every morning and seeing the massive pelican flock on the lake just beyond the deck. It was the perfect house for relaxing, watching movies, and drinking in the beautiful scenery. It’s a quick drive to RMNP for hikes and downtown Grand Lake if you want to visit shops and restaurants. I have a feeling we will be back, we really loved the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

Another great stay at Grand Lake

This was our fourth visit and wonderful as always. Every year we have some traditions but also new experiences. When the lake water was high we kayaked as much as we could, and as the water lowered we enjoyed the increase in wildlife. We saw a number of moose and had one walk right in front of the home, amazing! The decks are our favorite hangout spots, with morning coffee and relaxing evenings. The bird watching is so much fun. The home has everything we needed and we loved the new kitchen appliances and countertops.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

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

Lake Life!

We loved our stay at the lake. The house had about everything you might need to enjoy the lake. We used the canoes and kayaks every day that was a huge bonus to the property. The sounds of the water and bird watching were very peaceful. Hope to return one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A terrific, well appointed and well cared for house. Being on the water and able to kayak steps from the house was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Spot

Easy, well stocked, beautiful upper and lower porches twenty feet from the lake. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin P.

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

Review

Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Perfect Lake Front Property

The owner is amazing and has wonderful communication therefore I give this beautiful lake house a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

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

This is such a gem

Almost don't want to let the secret out. But this place is located just out of town and so it's quiet and calm and you can kayak right off the back deck. But you're close enough you can zip over into all the things in town you like.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank S., Wrightsville Beach, NC , USA

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

Winter Adventure to Grand Lake

My wife & I stayed at this property for 12 days while snowshoeing in & around Rocky Mtn NP. It was the perfect basecamp for our winter adventure. Great view across the frozen lake to the snowy mountains. Comfortable bed. Gas fireplace quickly warmed up the living room. The kitchen, while basic, had everything we needed to prepare meals. Quiet location (at least in the winter), but only 5 minutes from town & RMNP west entrance. Easy access to the highway for winter driving. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy L.

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

Lakeview getaway

The house and area were perfect for our family. With kayaks and canoes right on the water we could go out on the water any time we wanted. With two levels the kids could play downstairs while the adults were upstairs enjoying the view of the lake and mountains.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Your host

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Brent and Lori are avid travelers and have been renting through VRBO for many years in places all over the world, from Hawaii to Costa Rica (the picture), Mexico to Germany and Italy and most recently Africa. We know what is important to us when we travel and we like to share that same experience with the people who rent our vacation home in Colorado.

Why they chose this property

We have been visiting this area since we were children. Lori's parents met here. We are natives of Colorado and we plan to retire in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This vacation home is a step in that direction.

What makes this property unique

Seeing animals in the wild, hiking, biking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and skiing in the Rockies and visiting Rocky Mountain National Park are just the beginning of what we love here. The quiet and solitude that this area evokes are just right for recharging our batteries for our lives in town and while traveling. Sitting on the deck and watching the lake as it takes on its never ending array of reflections, contrasts and moods is pure joy.
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