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GREAT 1994 LOG CABIN: POND, VIEWS, CREEK, WILDLIFE, NAT'L PARK

 
 
 
Allenspark house rental - View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond
View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond
  • Allenspark house rental - View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond
    Front deck with great views of Mt Meeker
    Front deck
    Inside of cabin from entry
    View of sitting area from loft
    Kitchen
  • Allenspark house rental - Master bedroom (has patio doors and sitting area to the right)
    stairs up to loft/ pingpong/ hide-a-bed
    A Moose & her calf at the pond - taken by a renter! (Copyright Ann Alexander)
    Cabin (on left) looking west toward Mt. Meeker/ Longs Peak
    An elk by the pond in the meadow (seen from the front deck)
    nearby aspens in the fall
  • Allenspark house rental - open kitchen detail
    Mt. Meeker from the front window after a snow storm (winter)
    aerial view of kitchen/ dining area from loft stairs
    The Old Gallery in Allenspark
 
Allenspark house rental - View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond

View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond

Front deck with great views of Mt Meeker

Front deck with great views of Mt Meeker

Front deck

Front deck

Inside of cabin from entry

Inside of cabin from entry

View of sitting area from loft

View of sitting area from loft

Kitchen

Kitchen

Master bedroom (has patio doors and sitting area to the right)

Master bedroom (has patio doors and sitting area to the right)

stairs up to loft/ pingpong/ hide-a-bed

stairs up to loft/ pingpong/ hide-a-bed

A Moose & her calf at the pond - taken by a renter! (Copyright Ann Alexander)

A Moose & her calf at the pond - taken by a renter! (Copyright Ann Alexander)

Cabin (on left) looking west toward Mt. Meeker/ Longs Peak

Cabin (on left) looking west toward Mt. Meeker/ Longs Peak

An elk by the pond in the meadow (seen from the front deck)

An elk by the pond in the meadow (seen from the front deck)

nearby aspens in the fall

nearby aspens in the fall

open kitchen detail

open kitchen detail

Mt. Meeker from the front window after a snow storm (winter)

Mt. Meeker from the front window after a snow storm (winter)

aerial view of kitchen/ dining area from loft stairs

aerial view of kitchen/ dining area from loft stairs

The Old Gallery in Allenspark

The Old Gallery in Allenspark

Per night (USD) $165
Per week $1,120
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps7
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 5 nights

Photos and Description of the Allenspark vacation house rental
House, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 5-7)

Delightful peaceful year-round mountain retreat near Rocky Mountain National Park and the Peak-to-Peak Highway: birder's paradise in a private meadow with pond and creek; 1994 log cabin with open living area, cathedral ceilings, two comfortable bedrooms and a large loft; comfortable furnishings, antiques & oriental rugs; picture windows looking out onto dramatic view of Mt. Meeker/ Long's Peak. Unplug from your daily life. Hike, mountain bike or cross-country ski from the front door; national park trails and horseback riding are 5 minutes away. All conveniences (groceries, movies, shops etc) in Estes Park (10 miles) or Lyons (20 miles). Summer season lodge/ store is 1 mile away (a nice walk or short drive). This is a great writer's retreat or family vacation spot. Many books and games. Eldora Ski Area is about 40 miles away (an hour drive on a scenic road) just outside of Nederland.

The 1400 sf cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, a big deck, woodstove, outdoor firepit, and long driveway that can fit several vehicles. Pond is a magnet for excellent bird and wildlife watching from front windows or deck, with animals and foliage changing from season to season. Occasional moose, elk, coyote or deer visits in the meadow. PLEASE NOTE: Rental calendar is accurate. Inquiries about blocked times may not receive a response.

Keywords: Allenspark, Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Wild Basin entrance Rocky Mountain National Park, Long's Peak, birdwatching, creekside, hiking, Trail Ridge Road, Boulder County, Meeker Park Lodge, Big Owl Road, Johnny Park, Deer Ridge, Highway 7, mountain biking, horseback riding, deck, Wild Basin, Ouzel Falls, wildlife, mountain cabin, log cabin

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About Beth

We are a family of four from Denver. My husband and I are environmental professionals who enjoy being active outdoors, cooking big meals and playing games with our kdis. Our two boys enjoy relaxing in the cabin, finding adventures and hiking/ biking/ playing nearby. We spend summers river rafting and travelling as much as possible.

Beth purchased this house in 2005
Why Beth chose Allenspark

This is a sort of hidden corner of paradise on the Front Range - only 80 minutes from Denver (45 from Boulder) but very peaceful, dark night sky (stars!) and relatively untravelled, with lots of wildlife and great things to see and do. It's a nice alternative to the I-70 corridor mob scene and not too far from town if you need supplies. Great antique and coffee shops nearby.

Cabin is just four miles (in either direction) from the Wild Basin entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Long's Peak Trailhead, and has great hike and bike options out the front door, as well.

This is a quiet community of mostly summer residents, but is great to visit year-round. Ours is one of a few year-round weatherized houses in the area, and is bright and comfortable. The Meeker Park Lodge just up the road is open in the summer, and offers a small shop, square dancing, horseback riding and movies.

What makes this house unique

Our cabin is one of the newer places in the area - built in 1994 from old logs, with an open floor plan and furnished with antiques and comfortable seating and bedding. The floors on the first floor are all cork, with colorful oriental rugs. The large sitting room and open kitchen/ eating area are the main part of the house, with a high ceiling. Upstairs is a large loft that has a ping-pong table, a writing desk and a sofa-bed and futon. In the rear of the downstairs are two comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom, with tub, shower and a washer/ dryer.

Most of the houses in the area are in the woods. There are fantastic rock formations throughout. Ours was built in a meadow with a pond and creek. From the front picture windows and large deck (also visible from the loft) the views are unparalleled. Both Mt. Meeker (the south side of Long's Peak) and the Twin Sisters area of the national park are visible, and change constantly with the light and the season.

Allenspark house rental - View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond

View from the sitting room, of Mt Meeker and pond

Front deck with great views of Mt Meeker

Front deck with great views of Mt Meeker

Front deck

Front deck

Inside of cabin from entry

Inside of cabin from entry

View of sitting area from loft

View of sitting area from loft

Kitchen

Kitchen

Master bedroom (has patio doors and sitting area to the right)

Master bedroom (has patio doors and sitting area to the right)

stairs up to loft/ pingpong/ hide-a-bed

stairs up to loft/ pingpong/ hide-a-bed

A Moose & her calf at the pond - taken by a renter! (Copyright Ann Alexander)

A Moose & her calf at the pond - taken by a renter! (Copyright Ann Alexander)

Cabin (on left) looking west toward Mt. Meeker/ Longs Peak

Cabin (on left) looking west toward Mt. Meeker/ Longs Peak

An elk by the pond in the meadow (seen from the front deck)

An elk by the pond in the meadow (seen from the front deck)

nearby aspens in the fall

nearby aspens in the fall

open kitchen detail

open kitchen detail

Mt. Meeker from the front window after a snow storm (winter)

Mt. Meeker from the front window after a snow storm (winter)

aerial view of kitchen/ dining area from loft stairs

aerial view of kitchen/ dining area from loft stairs

The Old Gallery in Allenspark

The Old Gallery in Allenspark

Car: necessary

Large network of 4WD/ mountain bike roads just to the east of the cabin. Also near Wild Basin, Twin Sisters and Long's Peak Trailheads in Rocky Mountain National Park. Rock climbing and lessons available in Estes Park. Estes Park also has a small amusement park and all tourist amenities, a community recreation center and historic downtown. Great tubing & kayak run on the Saint Vrain River in Lyons. NOTE: Our rental calendar is accurate - Please do not inquire about blocked times.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Allenspark, Colorado

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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$165
$1,120
5 nights
 
Discounts: 14 nights or more: $155 Nightly

Additional information about rental rates

3-day rental for Mem Day & Labor Day Weekends only, at $185/night (plus cleaning + tax)
Refundable $250 security deposit and rental reference required.
50% of total payment is due 90 days before rental, with that payment refundable up to 30 days before rental.
The second installation of the full payment is due 30 days prior to reservation, and no refunds are made from that point forward. No Pets.
Fees And Taxes Cleaning fee of $125, and Boulder County sales and lodging taxes of 4.8% are in addition to nightly lodging charge
PLEASE REVIEW RENTAL CALENDAR BEFORE CONTACTING US. We update it frequently. Rentals are available only from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. NO OFF SEASON RENTALS (inquiries for those dates will not receive a response). Thanks.

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (USD) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Allenspark, Colorado

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1400 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Beachfront ...
    Creekside 'beach' for fishing and swimming (polar bears).
  • Lakefront ...
    More of a pond, really, but very pretty
  • Water View ...
    On-site pond attracts birds, wildlife, reflects view of Mt. Meeker
  • Mountain View ...
    fantastic full picture window views of 13,900' Mount Meeker, the southern flank of Long's Peak, as well as side window views of the Twin Sisters.
  • Lake View
Theme:
  • Romantic
  • Family
  • Away From It All
  • Sports & Activities
  • Tourist Attractions
General:
  • Telephone ...
    Dial-up internet access possible
  • Linens Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Parking
  • Parking Off Street
  • Living Room
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Towels Provided
  • Wood Stove
Kitchen:
  • Toaster
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Kitchen ...
    Kitchen and eating area are adjacent to the main 'living room' in an open floor plan. Kitchen has full stove/ convection oven, Refrigerator/ freezer and microwave. More photos available upon request.
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 -
  • Main floor bathroom includes toilet, shower/tub, full sink and washer/dryer.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double , full-sized mattress on box spring
  • Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1)
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music Library ...
    Loaded ipod and speaker on site (can also be used with your ipod/ iphone)
  • Ping Pong Table
Outside:
  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • 5 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
  • limited accessibility
Attractions:
  • cinemas
  • restaurants
  • churches
  • playground
  • recreation center
  • theme parks
  • live theater
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • wildlife viewing
  • miniature golf
  • horseback riding
  • antiquing
  • sledding
  • shopping
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hunting
  • mountain biking
  • cross country skiing
  • rock climbing
  • hiking
  • fishing
  • cycling
  • swimming
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • mountain climbing
  • mountaineering
  • water tubing
Notes: Two bedrooms on main floor - one with Queen bed, one with full-size bed. Newer mattresses with down comforters and quilts. Additional beds in loft (fold-out full-size bed and full-size futon). Sofas in sitting room can also be made up as beds for children. Bird feeders in meadow attract many birds visible to viewers from inside. Binoculars and guides provided. Many trails accessible directly from cabin (for hikes and mountain biking, 4WD), as well as a short drive away - national park trails to views, waterfalls, lakes, peaks. Long's Peak trailhead is 5 minutes' drive. Creek on site offers fishing, wading. Wifi available at Old Gallery community center in Allenspark.

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Allenspark, Colorado

Great 1994 Log Cabin: Pond, Views, Creek, Wildlife, Nat'l Park
average rating of 5.0 based on 6 reviews
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Great 1994 Log Cabin: Pond, Views, Creek, Wildlife, Nat'l Park
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p346271vb
Allenspark Front Range
Asheville, NC, USA
5

Highly Recommend

5 of 5
Submitted: August 18, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
Listing very accurate. I would absolutely return, and recommend to others. I hope they still rent it out when I retire so I can go back for a month!! The property was clean, and the kitchen well stocked with dishes, pots and pans. We went to Indian Peaks or RMNP everyday. The cabin was in a great location for hikes in both places. Must take a dip in the swimming hole...really cold, but oh so invigorating! Beth was prompt with her communication, and answered questions. Beautiful property.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Great 1994 Log Cabin: Pond, Views, Creek, Wildlife, Nat'l Park
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p346271vb
Allenspark Front Range
Denver, Colorado, USA
5

Perfect retreat!

5 of 5
Submitted: October 8, 2011 Stayed: September 2010
While this cabin is close to trails and activities, I didn't go off the property because being there was so perfect. The cabin is comfortable and so quiet and peaceful. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped. Views from the bedroom invite lazy mornings and the living room invites curling up with a book or family card game. I sat on the porch watching the sun on the mountain and the pond while reading for hours. A chilly dip in the creek's "swimming hole" was so refreshing. Treat yourself to this wonderful cabin in a beautiful location.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks! So glad you liked it.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Great 1994 Log Cabin: Pond, Views, Creek, Wildlife, Nat'l Park
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p346271vb
Allenspark Front Range
Oak Park, IL
5

Beautiful cabin in a stunning location

5 of 5
Submitted: June 26, 2011 Stayed: June 2011
The photos are for real -- Mt. Meeker fills the view from the living room window. The cabin is beautifully built and nicely decorated, and with the loft it's quite spacious. The location is unbeatable -- reasonably near Estes Park if you need to get there for supplies, far enough away tha the hordes of tourists are nowhere in sight. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Great 1994 Log Cabin: Pond, Views, Creek, Wildlife, Nat'l Park
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p346271vb
Allenspark Front Range
Castricum, Netherlands
5

Great Place

5 of 5
Submitted: March 20, 2011 Stayed: July 2010
Imagine coming from the low lands, The Netherlands, staying in the Rockies is overwhelming. We can't think of a better place starting your Rockies adventure than this great cabin. We hope to visit again in the future. The cabine has a wonderful atmosphere and a gorgeous view. You feel at home immediately. We can highly recommend this property.
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Great 1994 Log Cabin: Pond, Views, Creek, Wildlife, Nat'l Park
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p346271vb
Allenspark Front Range
Tucson, AZ
5

Beautiful location, great cabin

5 of 5
Submitted: March 13, 2011 Stayed: August 2010
We stayed in this cabin in August of 2010 for 5 days. It is a great location - close to town and the national park but off the road enough to be very quiet. The pond and creek are fun to play in and the cabin itself is really pretty and very comfy and spacious. Highly recommended!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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