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"The Shining" Mountain Retreat #21-ZONE3161

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Terrace/patio
Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Marys Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Estes Park Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake Estes
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

"The Shining" Mountain Retreat #21-ZONE3161

Enjoy the solitude of the Rockies located in the Carriage Hills Subdivision Estes Park.
Roughly 5 miles from the Rocky Mountain National Park and Down town Estes
Park (Many shops, restaurants and bars)!
The space
Inside:
Upon entering you will be greeted with stunning mountain views and a well-designed
space. This extravagant vacation retreat is split between 2 levels offering different
options for entertaining and space for the family to spread out. The main level has the
large open kitchen with eat at island, dining table, living room, and the access to our
deck and hot-tub. The master bedroom with gas fireplace and an en-suite bathroom
Also on the main floor is a full bathroom and 2 more bedrooms. Retreat downstairs and you will find a family living room, 4th bedroom, 3rd bathroom and laundry room. The downstairs family room along with a desk for catching up on emails or work.

This property does NOT have Air-conditioning. The cool mountain nights allow the home to cool down quickly.

Outside:
Once on deck, you will find the hot-tub overlooking stunning views. In late spring and summer there is a lush lawn and flowers. The home is a perfect launch point for outdoor enthusiasts or those who simply wish to come relax and enjoy the mountains and scenery.

This home is located in a neighborhood with residents living close by. You will need to respect the county quiet hours and no flying drones on the property or in the neighborhood.

It is recommending AWD or 4WD during snowy season. The drive is easy for the elevation we are located at HOWEVER, this is subjective to each individual experience. With the climate and natural elements.

Parking is on the driveway only and garage. Snow removal in the winter months for the Driveway before arrival and do our very best to maintain it but with unpredictable high winds throughout the year, snow drifts are common. We cannot guarantee the sidewalk will be completely cleared prior to your arrival. Please come prepared with the right gear. This means hiking shoes or snow boots with good footing. We do provide snow shovels for guests to use. Many guests love and enjoy this experience, but if you are not the adventurous type or do not have experience in these elements this might not be the rental for you. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns before booking.
Guest access
Our entire home is available to guests. Self-check in instructions will be sent before your stay. This is a home in addition to being a vacation rental, owner items may be present in the home.

Other things to note
If it snows during your stay guests may need to shovel the deck to clear a path. 4WG vehicles are required October - May. 3 cars max.

Rocky Mountain National Park will implement another pilot temporary timed entry permit reservation system from May 23 through October 20, 2025. If you plan on visiting Rocky Mountain National Park during your stay please visit their website for details about reservations.

STAIRS
You are required to go down steps, this is a bi-level home.

GAS FIREPACE: (Family room and master bedroom)
Use anytime you want.

PARTIES OR EVENTS
There are no parties or events allowed at the rental you will be evicted.
You must be 30 or older to book. Person making the reservation must stay at the property during the booking dates.
Maximum occupancy is 8 guests.
No use of drones on the property or in the neighborhood.
If house rules are broken we reserve the right to withhold your security deposit and/or
cancel your reservation.

County Quite Hours/ Noise Ordnance 7:00pm- 7:00am are strictly enforced.

CHILDPROOFING
Guest understands that no special efforts have been made to “childproof” this house
and accepts the risk or harm to any children/infants we allow on the property.

CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
Due to the popular nature of this rental, WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE EARLY
CHECK-INS AND LATE CHECK-OUTS. We need this small window of time in-between
guests to prepare for your stay.

Electric Vehicles: EV's
We do not allow charging of any EV's at this property with out discussion and written permission by the Property Managers. Any violation of this policy will result in loss of security deposit.

This home is managed by Rocky Mountains Property Services, a family owned and operated business local to Estes Park.

We value hospitality and strive for a 5-star experience!
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Historic Estes Park. Features include 1 hot tub. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 6 minutes by car from Rocky Mountain National Park and 8 minutes from Historic Estes Park
"The Shining" Mountain Retreat #21-ZONE3161 offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Renee McCauley-Rocky Mountains Property Services: Local, family owned business.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Home is not child proof

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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 21-ZONE3161

"The Shining" Mountain Retreat #21-ZONE3161 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house to spend a week in
Very comfortable home, great views
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home, a few misses
Our family of 7 (grandparents, parents and 3 kids (5, 8, 10)) stayed for a long weekend in the fall. We take regular trips to Estes and it’s a fantastic vacation spot. The home is in a quiet neighborhood, with great park access (meaning you don’t have to navigate downtown traffic to get there.) outdoor spaces are top notch, including a great deck, hot tub, and clubhouse for kids. All a hit! One thing to note is that the 7-7 noise ordinance is taken very seriously, so we didn’t use the outdoor facilities after dark for fear of an aggravated neighbor that was noted in literature at the house. Inside was also well decorated, and beds/rooms worked out well. We had plenty of space and the access to washer/dryer is always a big plus. There were a few downsides, mainly related to this being a VRBO that is also a home. We didn’t have enough dishes or silverware to go around for more than one meal, which meant we were washing up a lot. There also oddly wasn’t any Kleenex around (although plenty of all other staples were found). Finally, while kids loved the coloring books and toys/games, I kept feeling like we were using other folks’ stuff without asking. Ultimately, it’s good to know that this is someone’s residence, not a full time vacation home, so it’s just different than where we’ve stayed before. A beautiful place, great views, just a little differently appointed than we’d hoped.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina L., san jose, ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
We had a magical stay and the home is in the most glorious location--elk were roaming by and deer and bunnies and if you can stay here you will be glad you did.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONALD A.

Liked: Cleanliness
September
Very very nice house, easy to get to, enjoyed it very much
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home with epic views
Really great home for 3 couples to get away. Magical views, especially at sunset. This home is also away from the tourists! Only downside - quiet hours start at 7pm. Not a huge deal for us as we were up early hiking. But the neighbors complained when we were in the hot tub chatting over a beer at 7:30pm.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
outstanding views
nice size property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.,

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Mountain Home, but….
The home is lovely and everything inside and outside the home as perfect as the pictures reveal. It was a good size home for our group and very comfortable . It is also within a 7-10 minute ride to town which was extremely convenient. After a long day of hiking, there is nothing better than to jump into a jacuzzi to relax those sore muscles. The outside deck offers a fire pit to relax and enjoy the wonderful mountain view
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic and Cozy
The property was amazing! We spent lots of time on the patio enjoying the views, hot tub, and watching the bunnies play in the yard. The home was clean and spacious. We went in July and the weather was hot during the day and cooled down at night. The kitchen was well appointed and the restrooms were nicely stocked. It was a quick drive to town, and we enjoyed the Tram, horseback riding and UTV riding. We would stay here again definitely!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabbatha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time in the Mountains
We loved our stay! The house was exactly as pictured and the views from the deck were fantastic. It was close to Estes Park city center and to the RMNP entrance. Great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

gayle r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Everything about the rental was just as advertised. Large amount of space for my family of 5 adults. Views are gorgeous from the deck, but really everywhere you look is beautiful. Very easy route from house to Estes, all areas of RMNP, other scenic areas, and of course to and from the Denver airport. Everything seemed clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. Used the hot tub a couple of nights with no problem. Nice to look at the stars above. Quiet hours didn't really affect us since we were up and out very early everyday so we weren't necessarily up past10/11 each night anyway. All of the directions provided for entry were accurate and easy. Any time I reached out to the manager prior to the visit and once during, they were very responsive. Definitely recommend this home as long as the quiet hours would not impact your type of stay. Everything was great. Photos of the property is exactly what you get. Everything was in good condition and well maintained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vic P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Property With One Surprise
This home was very nice overall. We were surprised that the primary upstairs bedroom with it's wall of windows had no window coverings at all. No shades, drapes or blinds. So we had no privacy and the sun woke us up at 5:30 a.m. each day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana M., Bridge City Tx.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Rental
Very well equipped home, good communication with property manager, beautiful view from back deck and perfect proximity to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain national Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time!
House was beautiful. We had enough room for 6 adults and 1 toddler. Deck was a great place to hang out. House was close to everything we needed. The home was comfortable and perfect. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

derek m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Doctor
Family vacation to the Rocky Mountains
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in the Rockies
This home is absolutely beautiful! There was plenty of room for our party of 7 and the tasteful Christmas decor was a wonderful touch. The only negatives I can say is that this is the first vacation rental I have ever stayed in that had so many owner personal items throughout. It wasn’t a problem, but felt a bit strange. The kitchen is in dire need of organization, but still had everything we needed. And we had a bit of trouble with the washer get stuck on the spin cycle. But overall, it was an amazing week and great place for quality time with my nearly grown kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, view and location
Great house that was clean and exactly like its pictures. House was very well stocked for cooking. View was fantastic and the location was perfect. Only down side was one bedroom had a matress you could feel the spirngs in and a neighbor that complained about music we were playing outside before the noise ordinance was active but the property manager was great about it and handled it professionally. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Struthers, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We had a wonderful stay at this property. We all agreed it was one of the best properties we have stayed out. It felt like home and we will definitely recommend this property to friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michael B., Lawton, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Shining
Beautiful home and epic view. Any issues we had, which were minor, were addressed quickly. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place!
We loved this house. It was beautiful inside and very spacious. Plenty of separate living rooms and dens for the adults and kids to spread out and do their own things. The house feels like it’s in a remote and scenic location but it’s only a short drive into Estes Park. There were rabbits and little chipmunk like animals everywhere. The property manager was responsive and communicative. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house in a beautiful neighborhood
This house was amazing. It was beautiful and the views were spectacular. The kitchen and living area on the main floor were perfect for our party of 8. The master bedroom had stunning views. Our families with kids ages 7-16 had the best time here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but not as expected
First of all, the pictures don’t lie- the view was beautiful! A few things that weren’t as expected: 1. No A/C when it had been advertised resulting in a warm house during the day and a ground squirrel coming through the opened window. 2. Quiet hours starting at 7pm - unacceptable for families wanting the mountain experience. The agreement we signed said 10pm and we were unaware that it had changed until the sheriff came to the door with complaints of playing children. 3. One bed is a FULL not a queen. 4. All cabinets and drawers were full of junk and other peoples things. Our cleanliness level is probably higher than most, but when I’m staying at a house I don’t want to find underwear, used toothbrushes, dirty plasticware, etc in my living space- ew! Regardless of it all, we had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Views and Wonderful Home
Pictures don't do the incredible mountain view from the back porch. Perfect access to Rocky Mountain National Park - Hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T., Troy

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures do not lie!
The pictures on the site are not enhanced. You really are that close to the mountains. The views are amazing and we saw mule deer and elk directly in front of us when sitting out on the deck in evening. Home is clean, stocked and comfortable. Communication with host was quick and clear. Location is excellent. Can't emphasize enough how amazing the deck is. Large deck with great views of mountains and wildlife. Recommending this rental to my friend for his family vacation. Loved IT!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
The location, views and amenities were outstanding. We had a blast and would recommend the home to any of our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023