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Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing

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The Big Thompson so close you will feel like you can reach out and touch it!
walking path along river
Looking back to Riverbend Lodge from the Big Thompson River
Fishing right outside your door (caught in spring 2022!)
a 2 car garage for your use
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Popular LocationEstes Park Aerial Tramway16 min walk
  • Popular LocationHistoric Estes Park19 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Stanley Hotel5 min drive
  • AirportFort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing

Estes Park Vacation Rental License #6021

This home was a former model home with Builder claimed "best views in the entire development"!!

Riverbend Lodge is perfectly situated with prime upstream and downstream views of the Big Thompson River. Top it all off with the backdrop of Prospect Mountain and a snowcap view of Long's Peak from the deck; and you have the perfect Rocky Mountain retreat.

From Riverbend Lodge it is just a short walk into the Town of Estes Park and an easy 1.5 mile drive to the Beaver Meadows entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park.

The main level great room has a gas fireplace to gather at with river and mountain views all around...no artwork needed on these walls! This is simply the ideal family gathering place with its adjoining fully equipped kitchen and dining room area. Gaze out to take in the perfectly clear Colorado sky, river and mountain views!!

From the great room you can step out to a fantastic deck to enjoy excellent mountain views along with the sights and sounds of the Big Thompson River! Take it all in while enjoying a cup of morning coffee, evening glass of wine, reading a good book or cooking dinner on the gas grill!

The cozy master bedroom en suite is also located on the main level. Open the windows and let the sounds of the Big Thompson lull you to sleep.

A second family room is located in the lower level along with 2 bedrooms (one queen bed and 2 twins) and a full bath. From this level you can walk-out onto the covered patio and spot elk and other wildlife moseying along the Big Thompson River! Or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the view!

A two car attached garage space comes with this rental. There is also a main floor laundry room.

As our guest you will enjoy access to HOA-shared common fishing areas along the Big Thompson river.

Wildlife sightings abound with frequent visits from elk, deer, wild turkeys and even an occasional bobcat.

Need we go on... Riverbend Lodge is perfect in every way... not just another vacation rental but a perfect mountain home!

**The rentals for this home are managed by Mark and Sue Werder (aka Good Neighbor Vacation Rentals) who live just a few miles away and are available to assist you with your stay! **

** The occupancy for this home is 8 total if at least 2 are children or 6 total if all adults. The 8 total includes day guests who must be approved by the manager. No weddings or other group events**

**Our cancellation policy is stated below. If you have any concern that you (or someone traveling with you) will not able to come because of possible future medical reasons (including Covid) and/or for some other reason then we suggest that you take out a trip insurance plan that would cover that potential situation

**This home is located in a Firewise certified community. There is no smoking permitted anywhere in or around this home and/or anywhere on the HOA shared grounds. Absolutely no charcoal grill or campfires permitted.

Property manager

Mark and Sue Werder
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-No day guests allowed without Manager approval
-No RVs or Trailers allowed (off-loading only)
-No smoking anywhere in the development

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number Estes Park License # 6016

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, while Historic Park Theatre and Performance Park are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Trout Haven Fishing Pond - 8 min walk
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 16 min walk
  • Historic Estes Park - 19 min walk
  • The Stanley Hotel - 5 min drive
  • Stanley Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rock Cut Brewing Company - 2 min drive
  • The Barrel - 2 min drive
  • Claire's Restaurant and Bar - 3 min drive
  • Himalayan Curry & Kebob - 3 min drive
  • Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - 8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Former Model Home on the Big Thompson River, AC, 1mi to EP & 2mi to RMNP/fishing located?

This family-friendly Estes Park vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Rocky Mountain National Park. The Stanley Hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we were looking for!
Our stay at Riverbend Lodge in Estes Park was delightful! Our group was three siblings (all in our 70’s) who were gathering for 5 days to go through thousands of family photos to reminisce and organize the photos for future generations. We grew up in Colorado and wanted to enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of a mountain setting while “working”. This home was everything we hoped for. It was beautifully designed, and we were never without a gorgeous view of the mountains and river. The walking path between the river and the house was perfect for a quick break to enjoy the fresh mountain air. We decided to cook “at home” for most of our meals and found the kitchen to be well stocked with everything we needed. Each of us left feeling that we would enjoy bringing our own families here – the location, proximity to town and to RMNP, and amenities in the house would make it easy to host multiple generations. Matching the perfect “score” for the house, we also felt very fortunate to have Sue as the property manager. She was friendly, helpful, and responsive - both in advance of and during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway!
From the beautiful spotless home, the gorgeous view of the icy creek, to the wonderful management, our stay at the Riverbend Lodge was AMAZING! We couldn't have picked a nicer place to stay while exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. You can't go wrong booking this property. We had a wonderful time enjoying the view while sitting in front of the gas fireplace. And Sue was so accommodating and helpful during our stay! By far, our best experience renting a vacation home!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Lansing

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Paradise
This property is so well-maintained! It felt super cozy and the views were spectacular! It snowed while we were there and it felt like we were in a snow globe! The driveway and sidewalk were both cleared very early in the morning, which made it very nice to be able to go grab coffee! We also enjoyed that the kitchen was well-stocked with pots, pans, utensils, and prep bowls! We are already planning our trip for the summer to come back! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
We had a wonderful stay. The house was beautiful, clean, with a wonderful view on the river. The house had everything we need and the location was. very convenient. The owners were friendly, welcoming and very helpful. It was a perfect place for my family to get together for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home - highly recommend!
This house is amazing. Gorgeous views from the deck and main living area. Very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Hosts were available 24/7 and also provided helpful tips and recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Sue Werder

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We are pleased to facilitate your stay for Riverbend Lodge Owners Jay and Kristen who live in Des Moines, Iowa.

Kristen told us that after having spent many memorable family vacations in Estes Park herself, she always wanted to have a mountain characters.home for her own young family to experience. Mountain River has provided that opportunity and more.....with Big Thompson River frontage and mountain views, Riverbend Lodge is the perfect family home!!

We live close-by and are only a phone call away should you need anything during your stay.

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