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Big Thompson Cabin-Near Estes, RMNP, and Loveland!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Drake, CO
  • Lake Estes
    17 min drive
  • Historic Estes Park
    19 min drive
  • The Stanley Hotel
    19 min drive
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    39 min drive

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About the area

Drake

With a stay at this cabin in Drake, you'll be on the waterfront, and 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from Rocky Mountain National Park and 13 mi (21 km) from The Stanley Hotel. .This cabin is 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Devil's Backbone Nature Trail and 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Lake Estes.

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes Marina - 17 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Lake Estes - 17 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 19 min drive - 20.3 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Stanley Park - 20 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inn of Glen Haven - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The River Forks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ripe Tomatoes Wood Fired Pizza - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Chainsaw Mama - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Thompson Cabin-Near Estes, RMNP, and Loveland!

This updated cabin with amazing views is conveniently located off Highway 34, nestled on the mountainside with views of the divide. Just 10 miles east of Estes Park gets you out of the hustle and bustle of downtown but just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park, Devil's Backbone hiking area, and Carter Lake! Pop over to Estes Park or Loveland for plenty of places to eat and drink. Excellent porch for taking in nature, the cool mountain breeze and the wonderful view. Thank you for staying!
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Darin Glenn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1178 sq ft (109 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: up to 2 dogs allowed, sorry no cats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 17-ZONE2217

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Big Thompson Cabin-Near Estes, RMNP, and Loveland! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Relaxation
Great place for a cozy and relaxing getaway for my spouse and I. Close to Estes Park for day trips and great for morning and evening R&R. Can hear the river stream while sitting on the porch by the table fireplace and in the jacuzzi. Enjoyed this stay very much and would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaye W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great weekend getaway
Easy to find using GPS. Description and photos of the cabin were accurate. Very clean and cozy! Loved the porch area with hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Updated and very clean cabin for a long weekend!
We really enjoyed our long weekend at Big Thompson Cabin. It was clean, updated, and very cozy. Halfway up the canyon, which makes it easy to get up to Estes (but not pay Estes prices), while also being about to get to Loveland relatively quickly. Would definitely stay here again! 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
This cabin was perfect for our family stay. Great location close to hiking and Estes. Enjoyed the hot tub and deck very much. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Had an amazing time at Big Thompson cabin for our 3rd anniversary, with our puppy! Host was prompt with responses and even provided a complimentary bottle of wine for us! Would return for future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little place
We had a great time here. Beautiful home with an amazing stream that we could hear!! The drive to Estes was very scenic. Beds were comfortable and everything was very clean. Loved the app and communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela P., Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had a great time at this property. It had everything we needed for our stay. I loved the full size shampoo, conditioner & body wash it was a fantastic touch! It was a beautiful drive into Estes Park every morning. I would recommend this property & the owners are great to work with! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the deck!
The wireless was top notch, and Darin was very responsive to our texts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Estes Park cabin
It was nice,
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away!
Great place to stay to just get away from it all. Everything you need to just and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
Super quiet with a beautiful drive through the canyon. The location is perfect if you want to go to either loveland or estes park. Very easy to navigate and perfect for us and our dogs. The host was very attentive and easy to contact. We really enjoyed our staycation in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable view and excellent stay
Loved the entire time. Very relaxing. It is a must-visit for couples looking to get away. I couldn't recommend it anymore.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and pet freindly
The cabin is clean and has everything you need. The hot tub is new since our last visit. There is no cell service, but that's to be expected due to the location in canyon. The river is beautiful, we saw bighorn sheep twice while driving to town. We like being between Estes Park and Loveland so we visit both. Having the garage is nice but we didn't use it. Finding a nice cabin that allows pets is the best thing ever, our dog loves to travel with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thompson Tiver Cabin
Perfect!! Great time! Clean, well stocked, very comfortable and so relaxing!! Would love to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in Colorado
Awesome time spent at this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lexi G.

Big Thompson
Great cabin, stocked with things you need for bath and kitchen. Had to wash the sheets and blankets before sleeping in them due to the overwhelming smell of dogs but other than that it was good. Saw a mama bear and a baby bear outside of the master bedroom! Apparently there’s an apple tree outside the window and The mama climbed it! The hot tub was nice. You can hear the highway but it was bothersome as the sound blended in with the river sound! Darin was responsive and his handyman was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
There was a mishap with the hot tub and it didn’t work. Was to get a discount on the stay, we’ll see. It was finally ready for use the night before we left. The location is great and easy to get to where we wanted to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alex H.

Beautiful area, peaceful, cozy cabin
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is located fairly close to the busy road, but you can’t hear it because of the river. The view from the hot tub and porch is unbeatable- with the Mountains and the sunset in view are priceless. A little disappointment came from the cleanliness- there were a rather large amount of chip crumbs and bread crumbs on the comforter and on the ground beside the bed making me think it wasn’t thoroughly cleaned and was a little disturbing. There was also dog hair that was everywhere- floors, couches, beds, but dogs are allowed. So that’s expected as well. I’ve seen comments about the area being overgrown- yes. This is true. It’s a mountain cabin. So it’s what I’d expect. But it’s definitely not groomed/manicured as is pictured- so that’s the only issue to note there. The washer went out while we were there and that was a huge inconvenience since we had a 1 and 2 year old that needed clothes washed. But Darin got it replaced while we were there and refunded some money. Great customer service!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kailey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Location
We stayed in an amazing little cabin close to Estes Park! Great location and we was a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little house in the mountains more than exceeded our expectations. Clean, quiet and being outside of the Estes Park/RMNP hustle is perfect. Having the Big Thompson river in the front yard if a huge plus. The Big T has some great trout fishing! The only negative we found was the lawn was overgrown…. It a deal breaker at all! With the amount of rain that area has seen we were not at all surprised… still it was a “mountain” lawn. If your looking for a great little cabin in the Estes Park are… this is a good one to consider. My wife and I already are planning our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing with Friends
The house was very nice and easy to find. It rained the whole time we were there so we were grateful we were so close to Loveland as the weather there was better. Therefore we golfed 5 days there rather than in Estes which we had originally planned to do. It’s nice being so close to the river, but be aware there is a good deal of traffic noise from Hwy 34 which runs in front of the cabin. The lack of a dining room table meant we ate our meals off a provided card table and chairs. But since we spent so much time indoors due to the weather, a dining table would have been nice. If you’re looking for a nice place to stay between Estes and Loveland, this would be a good choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin well outside of Estes
Comfy bed and spacious kitchen for cooking at home. Great views of the canyon from the porch or hot tub. The river easily covers the sound of the little bit of traffic from the nearby road. The property has limited grassy space for pets, but there are several small parks in the vicinity … or drive 15-20 min to the great off leash dog park in Estes. Great hike at North Fork trailhead - Dunraven trail near Glenhaven - which is pet friendly and perfect for all ability levels. River Fork club across the street has live music and limited but decent food/beer/liquor selection on Fridays and Saturdays - open later than most places in Estes.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place for some RnR
Nice and relaxing. Easy to find. All in all a great little place for and much needed small vacation
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend stay
Had a lovely relaxing stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Perfect getaway. Very thoughtful accommodations. We had everything we needed for a great escape!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022