10/10 Excellent
sherry b.
11 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sherry b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Estes Park, CO
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center3 min drive
- Historic Estes Park5 min drive
- The Stanley Hotel7 min drive
- Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)72 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
King bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
Upstairs bathroom
Upstairs bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Riverfront Mountain Cottage Retreat
Welcome to Happy River Cottage!
Find serenity on the river in this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in Estes Park. This magical cottage is the perfect getaway located in a peaceful setting, on the Big Thompson river, surrounded by Spruce and Aspen trees and filled with wildlife stopping by to drink from the happy river. Pass the time by relaxing on the porch, making s’mores on the fire pit, and enjoying lunch at your own picnic area. There are river views from nearly every room in the house. Open the windows and let the rolling river lull you to sleep. Happy River Cottage features a washer and dryer, free TV, and WiFi and local calls.
Blue Spruce Village is located 2 miles from the entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park and just a few minutes from charming downtown Estes Park.
Follow on Instagram @happyrivercottage
Larimer County License 20-NCD0146
Find serenity on the river in this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in Estes Park. This magical cottage is the perfect getaway located in a peaceful setting, on the Big Thompson river, surrounded by Spruce and Aspen trees and filled with wildlife stopping by to drink from the happy river. Pass the time by relaxing on the porch, making s’mores on the fire pit, and enjoying lunch at your own picnic area. There are river views from nearly every room in the house. Open the windows and let the rolling river lull you to sleep. Happy River Cottage features a washer and dryer, free TV, and WiFi and local calls.
Blue Spruce Village is located 2 miles from the entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park and just a few minutes from charming downtown Estes Park.
Follow on Instagram @happyrivercottage
Larimer County License 20-NCD0146
Property manager
Justin and Natalie
Premier Host
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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: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number 20-NDC0146
About the area
Estes Park
Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Historic Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Tiny Town Miniature Golf and Trout Haven Fishing Pond are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Estes Park, CO
What's nearby
- Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Beaver Meadows Entrance Station - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Historic Estes Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- The Stanley Hotel - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
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
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
3 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Kathleen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
janice m.
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VRBO
janice m.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jenny D.
6 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great place!
Jenny D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve O.
24 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Fall Getaway!
Steve O.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandon S.
12 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, great location to RMNP and Estes Park!
Brandon S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jamie S.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway
Jamie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan L.
18 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cabin!
Megan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lauren R.
30 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great river stay!
Lauren R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
John D.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Scenic
John D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bryce O.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing River Cottage!
Bryce O.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tedd H.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage!
Tedd H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paula S.
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Cottage!
Paula S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim Y., Merriam, KS
16 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy River Cottage
Kim Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Vacation Home
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julia M.
17 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Getaway!
Julia M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marian J., Houston, Texas
4 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay in Estes Park
Marian J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mike T.
26 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Thompson River
Mike T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott P.
22 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect!
Scott P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Girija I., Seattle, WA
10 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Proximity
Girija I.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
RALPH S., Houston
22 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River house
RALPH S.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sherri C.
5 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Weekend Getaway!
Sherri C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carol G.
27 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Carol G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
James L.
25 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Winter Retreat
James L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Henry S.
25 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Henry S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
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