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Three Level Home Away from Home - Near the Big Thompson River

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Beautiful Vacation Home w/2200+ Sq. Ft. of Living Space
Winter Wonderland!
Moraine Park - a 30 minute hike through the original entrance to RMNP.
Family room with patio doors to deck and gas grill.
Remodeled kitchen and dining room in 2015

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
    4 min drive
  • Historic Estes Park
    6 min drive
  • Beaver Meadows Entrance Station
    6 min drive
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    60 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lower level

1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Powder room - main level

Toilet

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Three Level Home Away from Home - Near the Big Thompson River

From one of our guests (Somerset, England):
'We spent a fantastic week in this home. The house itself is excellent in terms of location, setting, decor and equipment with many thoughtful touches that added to the overall quality of our stay. The bedrooms are spacious, the den is excellent for children wanting their own space and the lounge and dining room make for a relaxed setting for a holiday. The house setting is picturesque whilst it is well located in relation to Estes Park...I wholeheartedly commend this home to anyone wishing to visit Colorado.'

The AlpineHaus is situated in the quiet, gated Blue Spruce Village Victorian community that has the Big Thompson River running through it and is ¼ mile outside the Estes Park city limits. The Rocky Mountain National Park Beaver Meadows Visitor Center and Park Headquarters are two miles from our vacation home and it is just a five minute drive to downtown Estes. The AlpineHaus is only ¼ mile from the original early 1900's entrance to the Park and a trailhead that leads to the Bear Lake/Moraine Park area, on the edge of the YMCA of the Rockies Conference and Activity Center.

Built in 2002, our three-level townhome has 2200 square feet of living space. The main level offers a greatroom with a stone fireplace (gas burning) and opens to a large deck with a picnic table and gas grill. Oak wainscoting and large windows adorn the greatroom and separate dining area with a large dining table. The fully-equipped kitchen and dining area have wood floors adding to the warmth and charm of this beautiful home. The main level greatroom also has a LCD TV. Elk, an occasional bear and other wildlife often frequent our neighborhood.

The upper level has three large bedrooms and a loft area with a game/puzzle table. The primary bedroom has a king-size pine log bed and furnishings with a large bay window and jetted whirlpool tub in its private bathroom. The second bedroom also has a pine log queen bed and furnishings, two dormered windows and a private entrance to the second full bath (which also opens to the loft/hall area to share with the third bedroom). The third bedroom has a queen sized bed and a twin sized bed and dormered windows - perfect for a third couple or children. Our property is to the Larimer County Short-Term Rental regulations and our property is allowed a maximum of 8 guests (there are beds for 7 individuals).

The walkout lower level has a recreation room great for kids young and old with a LCD TV, a couple video games (arcade sized - no quarters needed), and patio area.

Walk fifty yards to the Big Thompson River for fly-fishing and relaxation. While our home is not directly on the river, the river runs through our private community and all owners and guests have access to common areas with picnic tables and seating areas.

Our property has high speed WiFi - bring your laptop with wireless card if you need to check in at work occasionally or just want to surf the Net for various events going on in Estes and Rocky Mountain National Park while on vacation. Or perhaps you'll want to check the weather forecast prior to departing for a climb up Long's Peak!

The following are just a few more of the comments from our guest registry:
“It was great to come ‘home’ to this beautiful home each day. We travel the mountains every summer, and this is the best place we have ever stayed at!”

“One of the nicest places we have ever stayed in! You have a lovely home.”

'What a surprise to walk in your beautiful home!! Booking it on the internet was a bit scary but as soon as the door was opened, you could feel the warmth! A gorgeous setting and close to shopping, hiking and sightseeing. Can't wait to come back again!'

“We had a lot of wildlife here with a bear the first morning, deer and a fawn, beautiful birds…”

**Sorry, pets are not allowed and this is a no smoking residence**

Keywords: 3-Level Vacation Home w/Garage

Property manager

Conrad and Kathy McCarty
Premier Host

Languages

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are some have games, puzzles, etc.

Events

No events allowed
No parties/events.

Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, no guest pets allowed anywhere on property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping including marijuana
Please see the attached owner and guest rules for our neighborhood as set forth by our Homeowners Association.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No parties/events.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is in the mountains. Historic Park Theatre and Performance Park are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Historic Estes Park and Stanley Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 4 min drive
  • Marys Lake - 5 min drive
  • Historic Estes Park - 6 min drive
  • Beaver Meadows Entrance Station - 6 min drive
  • The Stanley Hotel - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rock Cut Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Three Level Home Away from Home - Near the Big Thompson River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Three Level Home Away from Home - Near the Big Thompson River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Three Level Home Away from Home - Near the Big Thompson River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Three Level Home Away from Home - Near the Big Thompson River located?

This family-friendly Estes Park holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Moraine Park Museum and Tiny Town Miniature Golf. Backbone Adventures and Murphey's Mountain Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denton K.

We couldn't be more pleased w/ the process & stay!
What a marvelous home, away from home. We arrived to be greeted by 2 beautiful bull elk, which loved to pose for the cameras. We were celebrating a significant birthday for my wife, Gail, and had our son's family join us for several days of the week we stayed. We all loved it. The 13 and 11 year grandchildren had every entertainment they could want and mostly chose to be outdoors and fish in the Big Thompson. The 3 bedroom layout was perfect for everyone and the home was both beautiful and had all we needed for our comfort and pleasure. We could not recommend Alpine Haus more highly. It's 5 Star!

8/10 Good

Karlton P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Estes
The property was Premo as large and spacious and had everything you could possibly want
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home
We loved the location and how appropriately the house was furnished. Kitchen was nicely stocked with plenty of cookware. We loved the space to be able to spread out and enjoy! Will definitely look to book again when we go back to Estes Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Townhouse
Beautiful house! Beautiful location! Owners were very responsive and pleasant to work with! We very much enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janell Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for RMNP visit
Everything went well with this VRBO experience - from the welcome letter, the various instructions, the quality of the home and the furnishings and all as advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation RMNP
Overall pleased with our stay. Very convenient location. Very clean. They do need to trim the bush that is next to the driveway
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
very comfortable, clean, well stocked and peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
This was our first VRBO booking and I cannot think of a single thing that could have been better. Prior to booking, Conrad and Kathy were available for any questions I had. We traveled with our 4 kids, 7, 5, 2, 1. Not only did we have a baby bed (pack and play with new sheets) set up upon arrival, but also also a seat for the baby at the table. The kids loved that there were arcade games downstairs as well as a few toys to play with. The house was stocked with all necessities. Location is great and super close to RMNP entrance. Having never booked a VRBO before, I was nervous, but the communication was fantastic. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home in great location
We loved our stay in this comfortable, roomy home. You can enjoy the sound of the river from the balcony, or view the stars. The house is perfectly located away from the crowds of downtown Estes Park, but still close to the entrance to RMNP. The house is well-supplied and very clean. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
The house was absolutely beautiful. It was overly supplied with anything we needed. The host were amazing. Highly Recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
summer vacation
This property was by far the best place we have stayed. We go somewhere every summer. This property felt like home and the communication with the owners was fantastic. We had everything we needed. All supplies were provided from shampoo, body wash, towels, to laundry detergent. House was very clean. The pictures did not do the home justice.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place for a Family
The property was perfect for our family (6 adults and two grandkids). The 3 floors was wonderful so that individuals could be together or have their own space. The grandkids loved the toys, and the kitchen table and picnic table on the deck was used for playing card and board games. It was the perfect distance to drive to RMNP (which we did for 4 days) and Estes Park (2 days). Conrad did a great job of communicating to us prior to our visit and during our visit, making sure that we had no questions. When mentioning to him prior to our visit that we were going to use the bedroom with the queen and twin to also have a pack-n-play, he set up the pack-n-play in advance without being asked. I totally would recommend this place for other families to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out West
This property was amazing for our family of seven. The property owners were amazing to work with. Highly recommend this property for your vacation home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Stay in Estes Park!
We had a great visit and stay at the Alpine Haus. This was a great location with easy access to downtown Estes and RMNP. The owners were very easy to work with and responsive to anything we needed. The house was spacious, clean and comfortable. It was well stocked with kitchen equipment, spices, laundry detergent, trash bags, etc. The beds, pillows and linens were very comfortable and the house was warm during a brief fall snow storm. My kids also enjoyed playing Ms. Packman and some other board games in the basement. I would absolutely recommend this rental to others visiting Estes and would stay again on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aleko P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Estes park/rocky mountain National park
Great spot if you are looking to check out some hikes around Estes and Rocky Mountain National park. 5-10minute drive to park and center of town which has a nice strip with food, bars and shops. This house was super nice! The pictures make it seems like an older house but everything is updated, spacious and clean. We had 8 people stay at the house and had plenty of room. Would definitely stay here again if we come back to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home!
Our family loved this rental. It was clean, comfortable beds, great home to rent. The area is beautiful, and is in a rather private neighborhood. We heard and saw Elk bugling right in the neighbor a number of mornings! Lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torii M., St. Petersburg, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, great location, amazing hosts
The pictures on the website do not do this place justice. The home is beautiful. It was very clean and spacious. Very well stocked with all the necessities. The owners were absolutely awesome. We had just a few questions and they responded immediately. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AlpineHaus - The Perfect Vacation Home!
Stay 8/26/23-9/3/23 A group of hikers and rock climbers. Upon our arrival to the Blue Spruce Village, we were happily excited with our first glimpse of the quaint community! The area was perfectly situated beyond the downtown area. We loved that it was on the outskirts of the main town, close enough to explore and shop but not too busy/noisy. The AlpineHaus more than met our expectations! The online pictures don't quite capture the full essence. It's so cozy but super spacious, allowing our group of six plenty of room to prepare for our daily adventures; or relax in the family room to share our stories at the end of the long day; or gather around the kitchen table to share meals together. The kitchen was an absolute ideal set-up. Plenty of space where we could all work on meal preparation and cooking in parallel. Everyone slept soundly in the large bedrooms with super comfortable beds! There was even a finished ground floor basement that a few from our group enjoyed playing one of the video games. Quite a treat with all the space and ability to access the parking area just out back. Having the garage and driveway space was also very nice knowing our vehicles would not be too far away. Best of all, was connecting with the owner -- learning some of their accomplished endeavors in the area. Reading the published news article in the basement and sharing in that same kind of passion for the mountains. We greatly appreciated the sharing and recommendations and hope to visit again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kendra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Mountain getaway
Everything was great except we could have used more than 3 kitchen towels and parking was a challenge in a full size truck.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
We 5-adults spent 8 days at this lovely townhouse. It was well maintained, clean, and comfortable. We were in town for our son's wedding, so we didn't spend much time IN or around the condo. But when we did, it was exactly what we needed to get through a hectic week of events. Saw large moose and mule deer strolling around the property. Would rent again! The owners communicated effectively and were readily offering assistance throughout our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!!
Beautiful, clean, spacious, convenient. Everything we could have asked for. Very close to Beaver Meadows RMNP entrance. Much nicer and more spacious than the pictures indicate. Very responsive owner. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another excellent writing retreat at AspenHaus
Our second annual writing retreat at this property -- 3 writers who hole up for a week and a bit to focus on our creative work. The house is excellent, the neighborhood quiet, the setting lovely; far enough from town to not be distracting, close enough to town to zip over for food etc. (Country Market is 5 minute drive and has 90% of everything we need.) Short drive to interesting (and beautiful) hiking, as well as close to Rocky Mountain National Park entrance. Internet/bandwidth/etc. excellent; beds comfy; kitchen well-equipped. Owners respond quickly to questions etc. Elk stroll the neighborhood too, of course!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

william p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Had a great experience!! The property was PERFECT...exactly as presented in the VRBO listing. It was immaculate, it was comfortable, it was truly a hoe away from home. The family and I had a GREAT time. The home was in a great location...close to the park entrance as well as to downtown. We had deer come up to the house and Conrad, the owner, was a great host ensuring that we had a perfect and flawless stay...which we did! Thank you, Conrad!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralph A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home
Your home seemed like our home. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evgeny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We had an amazing stay. The place was very clean and spacious. Kids had a blast playing the arcade games after hiking all day in RMNP. This property is only a 5 min drive from the entrance to RMNP which made it very easy to visit the park. The host was extremely welcoming and attentive.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

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