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Views of Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and RMNP!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12188.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Grand Lake, CO

Place, Adams Falls Trail
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Grand Lake Marina
‪13 min walk‬
Place, Shadow Mountain National Recreation Area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Downstairs bedroom

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs 2nd bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs second bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Views of Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and RMNP!

Come enjoy the extraordinary beauty and warm friendliness of Grand Lake, Colorado with its abundance of Summer and Winter activities! Built in 2006, this well-appointed 2000+ sq ft home is centrally located. It is just above the very charming Grand Lake Town with its old west buildings, boarded sidewalks and friendly residents. It is adjacent to the historic Grand Lake Lodge property, which provides for a peaceful mountain retreat and open space behind the home.

From the gorgeous great room with hand-built, river rock fireplace, or spacious deck, savor the beauty of majestic Mount Baldy and sparkling views of Shadow Mountain Lake and Grand Lake! Take in the starry sky on a warm summer night while relaxing on the deck. Watch the best fireworks in the Rocky Mountains from the deck on the 4th of July or New Year’s Eve. In the winter when road snow pack allows, hop on your snowmobile right outside the door and ride into town or hook up with a trail into Rocky Mountain National Park. There are so many things to do and memories to make in Colorado’s best-kept secret!

Grand Lake Village and Grand Lake are within easy walking distance at less than one half mile away. Shadow Mountain Lake is less than one mile away. You’ll have easy access to over 100 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, enjoy the lakes, shop, and eat in town. Lake Granby is just a few miles down the road.

The West entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park is 2 miles away. There you may encounter moose, big horn sheep, or elk herds. Hike to lakes, climb peaks, or simply enjoy the views. Incredible Colorado skiing is nearby with Ski Grandby Ranch only twenty minutes away; Colorado’s playground - Winter Park Ski Resort and Mary Jane only forty minutes away; and Steamboat Ski Resort, with its legendary champagne powder is a little over an hour away!

Note: VRBO groups search results for Estes Park and Grand Lake together. This home is in Grand Lake on the West side of RMNP. Estes Park is at the East entrance of RMNP, about 50miles from Grand Lake via the famous Trail Ridge Road through the National Park. When the road is open (typically Memorial Day to Labor Day, or into October if weather allows), the drive will take about 2.5 hrs with stops for sight seeing and Park traffic. In winter, the drive between Estes Park and Grand Lake is about 150 miles and 3+ hrs as you must drive alternate (but faster) roads into the mountains (I-70 out of Denver, to Hwy 40 over Berthoud Pass to Grand County/Winter Park, to Hwy 34 and Grand Lake)

Notice: Home is monitored by a security camera that views the driveway and weather over Shadow Mountain Lake.

Grand Lake STR License# 000006 - 2024

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Dryer

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View from lower deck hot tub of Shadow Mtn Lake and mountains by Winter Park

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Please tell us about your family dog.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Maximum of 2 dogs are allowed for the pet fee. Unapproved dogs discovered at the property will be charged $100 per dog per night.

Early check-in (if available) is $150 for anything before 3:15pm. Our cleaners work hard to accommodate. Fee will be added if it can be accommodated.

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grand Lake

Located in Grand Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre and Kauffman House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cascades of the Rockies Bookstore and Lilliput Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Grand Lake, CO

What's nearby

Adams Falls Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Grand Lake Marina - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Columbine Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Grand Lake Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

Granby Station - 24 min drive
Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

‪Roadhouse Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪Sagebrush BBQ & Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Miyauchi's Snack Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪One Love Rum Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
‪Rockies - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Views of Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and RMNP! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Views of Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and RMNP!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Views of Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and RMNP!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Views of Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and RMNP! located?

This family-friendly Grand Lake holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Adams Falls Trail and Arapaho National Recreation Area. Rocky Mountain National Park is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

9.8

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Emily N.

17 August 2025

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

excellent views and grand lake is a cute town. Overall the house was nice. The screen doors had issues with the a bottom part easily detaching. It was not a huge issue and seemed like wear and tear for a house with ok construction. We were surprised that the rental fee was taken for something which should be part of regular house maintenance.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha J.

20 July 2024

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

Awesome stay

We had a wonderful vacation at this VRBO! Fantastic views of the lake, quiet location, and excellent accommodations!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

24 June 2025

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

Enjoyable stay in great location

We had a great time at this comfy home! The owners had thought of everything we could possibly have needed to be comfortable and entertained. Everything was smooth. We had no issues with check in/out or access to the home or hot tub. Location was great with beautiful view of lake and very close to everything. There were full instructions for everything including the hummingbird feeder, which we all really enjoyed. We had plenty of space for all of us, were able to cook meals, make coffee, watch tv and play games. We appreciated the book and dvd libraries and the extensive game collection. The only downside was the fridge, which smelled like fish and had some black hairs in it, so it needed a better cleaning. Other than that, everything was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

13 June 2024

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

Amazing Time with Family

Our family loved this property. It has gorgeous views of the lakes and mountains, and it's close to downtown Grand Lake. The property has everything you need and is very comfortable, and we especially liked the maps on the table. We look forward to staying again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darby B.

10 January 2020

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

Great Grand Lake Weekend

Awesome house for families!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lavina W., Grand Rapids, Michigan

13 August 2023

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

Great family cabin in Grand Lake

We had a great stay at this beautiful home. The view from the deck is gorgeous and we spent a lot of time on it. There was plenty of room and we appreciated the hot tub after hiking!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S., Centennial, CO

27 January 2020

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

Mountain Retreat

Awesome lake views and great location. We'll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

7 January 2023

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

Lovely property

What a lovely property and we felt very welcomed. Everything we'll thought out I recommend this property and I will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

31 July 2019

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

Fabulous stay

This property is one that we'll rent again. It has an amazing view, is close in proximity to every aspect of Grand Lake, and offers the privacy needed for your family. It's the perfect family get-away. Highly recommended!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

21 May 2023

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

We love this place

Absolutely amazing vacation! Couldn't have been better. The house is so clean. Makes you feel right at home! Will definitely be staying here for future colorado trips! Lovely house, town, and community!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

29 June 2023

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

Family Reunion

We had a great stay at Vandy's cabin! It was a great layout for our family which ranged from kids to grandparents. Everyone had their own space which was great. The location cannot be beat- less than 5 minutes from downtown and 5 minutes from RMNP.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

19 July 2023

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

Family reunion

Great view. Excellent deck. Well stocked kitchen. Just as advertised. Perfect for our family reunion.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Linda P.

14 September 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Communication with the host was excellent. House was well stocked with things to do, and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes. There were plenty of towels. The jacuzzi was great to have, and the decks were nice with great views. These were my issues with the property. The house was not clean. There were dishes that were dirty and put back in the cabinets, especially the pans. They had caked on grease. The bathrooms had mold in the showers. The carpets were so dirty. The trashcan was on the carpet and there were stains all around it. The curtains in the master had white stains all over them. My husband had to sweep the garage because it was so dirty we were concerned we would track dirt in from it when taking the trash out. The gravel driveway was overgrown with weeds. When you stepped out of your car, you stepped in tall weeds. That was unpleasant.The house is advertised for 12, but that was not accurate unless you wanted to stuff people in beds. At best it was for 10. We came with 12, and were charged extra because the owner told us more than 10 was 100 per extra person. I was honest because we thought there would be 10 of us but we added two more last minute for only one of our 2 nights. Have we known it was not truly a house for 12 we would’ve never rented it.The downstairs bunk room really should not be called a bedroom. It was more like an entry room to the basement with beds crowded in it. It’s truly a 3 bedroom.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

9 March 2023

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

Friends Weekend

A spacious and clean getaway with friends. We would 100% return.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

8 August 2023

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

Klenda’s

The property and location was very good overall. A little difficult for the grandkids to explore outside i.e. not much of a front yard. But close enough to RMNF to get out and have fun.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

5 January 2023

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

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful time at this Grand Lake home. It was clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked and it had all the amenities we needed. It snowed while we were there and the driveway was plowed the next morning. The view of Grand Lake from the dining/living area was gorgeous. Our two granddaughters loved sledding on the street out front. We enjoyed the hot tub as well!! I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Eremita E.

4 December 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Our Stay

Overall the cabin is nice in a good location. However when we got there not only did all the sheets on every bed smell bad but there was no hand soap, shampoo, conditioner. I replied back and haven’t heard anything from them in days regarding this.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

21 February 2021

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

Incredible home with a more incredible view!

The property owner was great from the start! Very communicative and responsive. When we walked into the home, we were shocked at just how beautiful and well kept the place was! It’s an even nicer home with amazing views than what you see online. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, coffee, etc making it SO easy to just stay in and cook rather than head to town. But the proximity to town made it very easy to head into town as well. Overall, we had an amazing trip largely due to how great our stay was!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

28 March 2023

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

Snowmobiling

Hot tub did not work as advertised which was a bummer. Would have like to soak after a long day on the trails. Followed instructions on the hot tub to not push buttons, but the jets would not work after 20mins. Nice property.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 January 2024

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

Spectacular views!

Wow. Wow. Wow. I can’t say enough of how absolutely amazing our stay was in this home! The snowy Christmas views are to die for! The house was clean, the pots and pans were newer and clean, the size of the house was perfect for our 7 adults, the hot tub felt great, we even got to sit in the deck on a sunny 17 degree day with our coffee and enjoy the views!!!! The communication with the owner was prompt and clear. Such an easy drive to the shops/restaurants on the “strip” and man- it was like out of a movie- such quaint little shops with friendly owners! We rented an ice fishing guide to fish right on grand lake, super easy 5 min drive from this house. We also rented snowmobiles and rode in RMNP. You will not regret renting this amazing home! (Oh!- if you go in the winter and there’s snow- you better have 4 wheel drive to get up the steep hill or you probably won’t make it. We had a 4 wheel drive and had no problems but we took it slow). I would definitely come here again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

21 October 2025

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

This cabin was very nice. The views of Shadow Lake were beautiful. We loved the shopping in the mountain town. We also had a great time hiking Adam’s Falls. Hot tub was very clean and relaxing. The host was great to communicate with. A wonderful family vacation. Would rent this cabin again in a heart beat!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

21 October 2025

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

The home had everything we needed for a long weekend in the mountains with friends. We brought 2 infants plus kids 8 and under with and the house was a great setup for multiple families with babies who wanted them to nap etc. plus the book and games selection was great. Comfy beds, great showers and we loved the hot tub too!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

2 September 2025

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

This is a beautiful home in a beautiful location. In the winter, you will need four-wheel-drive to get up the steep hill. Loved the amazing deck and outdoor seating for the views and outdoor conversation. Enjoyed having the hot tub and being close to town. It was great to have a stocked kitchen, however, the pots and pans need major updating! I let the host know, but they need to have a conversation with their cleaning crew. When we arrived, there were crumbs on the couch, all of the shower doors were filthy, and in two of the bedrooms there were crumbs and candy all over the floor. Beds were clean and comfortable. Towels were nice and fluffy. Great place and location, cleanliness is an issue.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Esther K.

26 August 2025

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

We loved the layout of the home. It was very well equipped. Towels and linens were fine. The pantry was quite complete.Apparently we(10) stayed longer than average and we ran out of space for trash. Not sure if the hot tub was always cloudy but we’re not used to that. Unfortunately there were flies in the window in the primary bedroom that came back to life in the heat.The hummingbird feeder was awesome entertainment! Sometimes there were 6 or 7 birds there at one time! We loved the porch and had many meals at the table. The homeowner responded quickly to any questions or issues. We recommend this home without hesitation. We had a wonderful family gathering!

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kate G.

18 August 2025

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

Beautiful location-very communicative host. We enjoyed the hot tub and the board games. Good space for families. The deck was nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Vandy Johnson

We are a fun-loving, active family with 4 boys. We love to get outside for adventurcizing and exploring. We work hard to keep our boys active, healthy and outside. We love to take the boys skiing, biking, boating, fishing, dirt biking, hiking, climbing, rafting, and so much more!

Why they chose this property

We decided beautiful Grand Lake was the perfect home base for our family. We have been to Grand Lake and the surrounding area many times over the years. We finally found the perfect cabin to fit our family, entertain friends, and share with visiting travelers. We can't wait to share it with you. We love being perched on the hill, the views are a reminder of how lucky we are to live and play in Colorado. It's an easy walk into town for our boys to find their friends, or for the family to go into town for a meal. When we bought the house we wanted to be able to walk into town but still have the peaceful serenity we enjoy with the empty space behind our home where we often see wildlife. Our backyard opens up to an unimproved area that is owned by Grand Lake Lodge. We have ~15 acres that separates us from the Lodge. It is less than a 1/2 mile walk down the hill into town. We think you’ll love the location. We've enjoyed being close to town but also enjoyed seeing moose, elk and deer in our own yard. We believe it's the perfect combination of lake/mountain views, close proximity to town and peaceful mountain serenity. It is true mountain lodging at its best.

What makes this property unique

Grand Lake is a year round destination. It is a wonderful community. During the summer you can enjoy boating on the 3 lakes, hiking or scenic drives through Rocky Mountain National Park, mountain biking, ATVs, 4th of July fireworks, parades, theater, fishing the headwaters of the Colorado River, and the list goes on. During the winter months Grand Lake is the snowmobiling capital of Colorado with over 100 miles of groomed trails. Skiing choices are numerous between the cozy Granby Ranch resort nearby, Colorado's play ground at Winter Park and Mary Jane, and legendary champagne powder of Steamboat Springs (we've skied it, champagne powder is a real thing!!). Many come to the area for hunting in the fall and ice fishing on the lakes in the heart of winter. Rocky Mountain National Park is renowned for its amazing scenery and abundance of wildlife. This cabin is less than a mile from the west Park boundary.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

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3 bathrooms

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8/10 Good

Emily N.

Emily N.

10/10 Excellent

Marsha J.

Awesome stay

Marsha J.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Enjoyable stay in great location

Dawn W.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

Amazing Time with Family

Stacey W.

10/10 Excellent

Darby B.

Great Grand Lake Weekend

Darby B.

10/10 Excellent

Lavina W., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Great family cabin in Grand Lake

Lavina W.

10/10 Excellent

John S., Centennial, CO

Mountain Retreat

John S.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Lovely property

Pamela B.

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Fabulous stay

Kim H.