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JVRAwesome River Home, Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Fishing, Steam Shower, 5/4

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Historic Estes Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Family area

2 Single Beds

Flag Bedroom

1 King Bed

Moose - 2nd Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Trees Bedroom

1 King Bed

Wild Horses Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom Ensuite Shared Moose and Flag Bedrooms

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

Great Room Bathroom

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

Main Bathroom

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

Primary Bedroom Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

JVRAwesome River Home, Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Fishing, Steam Shower, 5/4

Permit 3007

We have implemented enhanced cleaning and disinfecting of the property between stays based on information from the CDC. We cannot accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs during this period as the full time is needed by the cleaners.

Our recently remodeled awesome river retreat home, 'JVRDancing Bears', is located on 300 feet of beautiful Big Thompson River frontage with views of Rocky Mountain National Park and the mountains. There is Rocky Mountain National Park land located across the river from our home. Estes Park is a little 'slice of heaven' and we are creating a comfortable, warm home to enjoy with your family and friends.

The home is laid out so that there is nice separation when
desired - 3 bedrooms and on one side of the family area and 2 bedrooms on the other side by the family area. There are 4 bathrooms.

The great room has large windows to the west with views of the mountains and large windows overlooking the Big Thompson River. A large rock fireplace. a sectional sofa, a reclining chair, a big screen TV, DVD and stereo furnish the living room area of the great room. Play air hockey, pool or ping pong while watching the river from the great room.

The dining room table is in the dining area of the great room and accommodates up to 12 people and overlooks the Big Thompson River. The kitchen stainless steel appliances and opens into the great room and dining area. The kitchen was recently remodeled is fully equipped and ready for your culinary delights. There is a small powder room with a shower by the great room, dining area and kitchen.

The deck has patio furniture for taking in the beautiful Rocky Mountain sky, mountains and surroundings while listening and watching the river. There is a large grill for cooking your fresh caught trout. Enjoy the stars and the river as you relax in the hot tub after a day of hiking or snowshoeing.

The family area has a large TV, DVD, game system and a log twin sofa with a twin trundle.

The master bedroom, 'Bears', has windows overlooking the river, a door that opens onto the river front deck and a rock fireplace. There is a King Log bed and a TV for Mama and Papa Bear :). 'Bears' has an ensuite bathroom with a steam shower so Mama and Papa can have a very relaxing steam after a long hike.

Bedroom two, 'Trees' room has windows overlooking the river and has a King Log Bed and a TV.

There is a bathroom across the hall from 'Trees' and it has a bath tub with shower.

Bedroom three, 'Moose' is a second Master Suite and has a sliding glass door to a private balcony overlooking the river. 'Moose' has a king log bed, TV, fireplace and a “jack n jill” bathroom with a walk in shower shared with Flag bedroom.

Bedroom four, 'American Flag', has windows overlooking the river. 'American Flag' has a King bed, a window overlooking the river and a “jack n jill” bathroom with a walk in shower shared with Moose bedroom.

Bedroom five, 'Wild Horses' has a king bed and a set of bunk beds, windows overlooking the river and a tv.

All of this and more makes 'Dancing Bears' a relaxing and rejuvenating home to enjoy with family and friends.

Approximately 1 1/2 miles to Rocky Mountain National Park and 1 mile to grocery store, etc.
No Smoking, Please. No Pets. There are exterior security cameras and a security camera in the garage.
Additional 3% for payments made by credit/debit card.

Here is the cancellation policy:
In the event that the Tenant cancels the reservation for any reason, a 5% cancellation fee of the total will be charged. If the cancellation occurs less than one hundred sixty (160) days of the Check-In Date, all monies paid by Tenant will be forfeited if the Rental Property is not re-rented by the Check-In Date. If re-rented, the guest will receive rent monies for received from new guest for cancelled nights less 5% cancellation fee. Owner cannot refund any service fees charged by VRBO or taxes collected by VRBO. Owner will make all reasonable efforts to re-rent the Rental Property by the Check-In Date.

Keywords: riverfront, river, home, rocky mountain national park, hiking, mountains, hot tub, fishing. fly fishing in the river.

Property manager

Jane Livingston - Owner
Premier Host

Languages

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Amenities

Hot tub
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Washer
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Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Any age counts toward the maximum number of guests
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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
Everyone must be 28 years or older or accompanied by their parents. Absolutely no pets. Rental Agreement, Check out and House Rules must be followed.
No negative review or review with less than 5 stars without first making me aware of issue that you are having, and allowing us to fix the issue(s).
Additional 3% will be due for payment by credit or debit card. Drivers licenses may be requested to verify ages.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is near theme parks 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond. Make sure you get close to 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 - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 8 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rock Cut Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is JVRAwesome River Home, Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Fishing, Steam Shower, 5/4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at JVRAwesome River Home, Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Fishing, Steam Shower, 5/4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at JVRAwesome River Home, Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Fishing, Steam Shower, 5/4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is JVRAwesome River Home, Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Fishing, Steam Shower, 5/4 located?

This family-friendly Estes Park holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Backbone Adventures and Rocky Mountain National Park. Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 247 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John U.

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

Amazing location

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Stunning Rental

The vacation rental was just as it looked. Our group loved staying out here and we kept saying how beautiful everything was. We stayed early spring, but will definitely be coming back in other seasons!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise T.

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

Lovely Cabin

Charming cabin in a nice setting. Hot tub right on the creek was really special. Had a great time with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Thoroughly enjoyable

Perfect setting and house for friends to gather and connect with each other.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kami D.

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

Great space!

The property was as listed and a great spot for our work retreat. The multiple rooms/bathrooms were welcome for our group to have their privacy and the dining table was just the right size for us to discuss strategies. The hot tub was also nice and the view of the frozen river was unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori-Ann G.

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

King size beds for everyone! Large gathering area for meals and games! Hot tub was great!

couples to gather
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

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

Absolutely wonder home

This home is so gorgeous, comfortable, and spacious for a larger group. We had plenty of room for our group of nine. Home was incredibly clean and well stocked with beautiful views and easy access off the main roads. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Argero K.

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

JVRAwesome River Home - Excellent VRBO

We had our first family trip with our children and grandchildren and the place couldn't be more perfect. So clean and any questions I had of the owner, she responded right away. We would definitely like to come back to the home and also would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house!

We all had an amazing holiday. The house was perfect for the 12 of us. We saw coyotes on the frozen river and area behind the house nearly every day. We would all come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney A.

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

Great choice!

This was a great choice for our family! We loved the location and the house. Everything was as advertised and Jane was very responsive with any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA W.

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

Thanksgiving retreat

Had an early Thanksgiving with my family and the house is amazing! Beds are comfy and the kitchen is stocked and the hot tub was a hit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Beautiful property

This is one of the nicer short term rentals we have stayed in: high quality furniture, comfortable beds, updated bathrooms/kitchen. The location being right on the river is so beautiful. Jane takes great pride in her home and does her best to accommodate however she can. Be aware that there is a rental contract that you agree to when booking the property. Its requirements are slightly more involved than most short term rentals. Overall, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabriela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful but will not be staying here again

The cabin is beautiful, and the photos truly reflect its charm. We especially loved that each room featured a king-size bed. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when booking: 1. Notifications: Be sure to enable VRBO notifications. I missed several important messages from Jane until the first day of our stay, which made check-in stressful. She requested names, phone numbers, and ages of all guests, as well as IDs to confirm that everyone was 28 or older. If anyone is under 28, a parent must be present. One of our guests was just under 28, but Jane kindly made an exception. Some guests felt uncomfortable with the strict requirements, as we had not encountered such detailed restrictions with other rentals. Others understood that Jane may have had prior negative experiences with renters, and it appears this is a standard procedure based on other reviews. 2. Rules & Guidelines: Read all rules and requirements carefully. For example, no noise, parties, or gatherings are allowed, and we were required to wash and dry towels used for the hot tub before leaving. Honestly, we were paranoid of missing something from the rule book and thought we’d get charged extra if we did. 3. Credit Card Fees: Be aware that the 3% credit card fee needs to be paid separately before receiving the entry code. We assumed it was covered with the large payment, but it wasn’t. Overall, the stay was lovely, but these small details made it stressful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Beautiful view, great house

Our family stayed at this home and had a great time. The kids loved the air hockey/pool/ping pong table and we all loved the hot tub. The kitchen was great, fully stocked. And right on the river, beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

janna r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Estes

It was a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomislav K.

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

Waterfront House near the Rocky Mountain National Park

We had a wonderful stay at the River House! It was very spacious and clean. The kitchen was well-equipped, making it easy to cook, and the lovely backyard with the river view was a great spot to unwind. Plus, the location was perfect for visiting the national park and the nearby town. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

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

Large Gathering Spaces Inside and Out

10 adults. Never felt crowded. Exceeded our expectations,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONI H.

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

Amazing Property!

We had 12 women who were in town for a retreat staying at this amazing property. The location was absolutely stunning along the river. The rooms were very comfortable. Kitchen was amply supplied with everything we needed to prepare our meals. The best part was getting to watch a herd of elk hang out right across the river. This is one of the best VRBOs we all had ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

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

Family Vacation!

Our stay was amazing! We enjoyed the sound of the River when sitting outside and relaxing. Saw a bear and elk in the neighborhood. We are long time vacationers to Estes Park! We will stay at this property for sure again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Dancing Bear

Enjoyed this beautiful, peaceful, amazing property! The house was with beautiful views of Big Thompson River!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Fantastic in Every Respect!

Our stay at this beautiful home was my favorite VRBO ever!! The setting is spectacular, the house is spacious, well-equipped, and clean with clear instructions. Very comfortable beds too! The location right outside RMNP was perfect and it was easy to drive into the main part of Estes Park. We absolutely loved every minute of our family vacation here and were sad to leave at the end of an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jackie r.

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

Relaxing view and soothing river water background.

This house is spacious, fantastic view over the river. This property is the best stocked place we have ever stayed, from the complete kitchen to the toiletries. The elk were our frequent morning visitors. The kids could be at one end of the house while we were at the other in complete quiet. The private deck was our early morning slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni M.

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

Great Estes property for family vacation

Perfect property for two or more family member groups, with a separate bedroom/bathroom area on one side of the house. Beautiful large windows in living room with view of the river. Nice backyard area by the river for relaxing and enjoying meals outdoors. Would recommend for a wonderful Estes Park vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jane Livingston - Owner

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I consider myself to be very blessed and fortunate to live in a country where we can enjoy our freedoms. I find the world and people fascinating and relish the time I can spend traveling and exploring.. I love to travel, experience the world and spend time outdoors.

Why they chose this property

I worked at the YMCA of the Rockies one summer while in college and I almost stayed rather than going back to college. Rocky Mountain National Park has some of the best hiking in the world. Being by the water and soaking up the outdoors while listening to the soothing sounds of the river and taking in the spectacular rocky mountains is a wonderful feeling. The energy around our home and along the river is awesome and being so close to Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park is wonderful.

What makes this property unique

We are 1.5 miles to Rocky Mountain National Park and less than that to a grocery store and shopping. Relax by the river while reading a good book and being mesmerized by the spectacular beauty of the mountains and the sounds of the river. Sit on the river patio while fishing to your heart's content. Soak in the hot tub after hiking or snowshoeing while watching and listening to the river. Enjoy a soothing, peaceful steam shower anytime you desire. Relax with your morning cup of coffee on the patio taking in all the beauty. Enjoy a glass of wine on the deck as the sun sets behind the mountains while cooking those fresh caught fish on the grill.

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