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'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home!

Family-friendly holiday home in Estes Park

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View of Rockhedge from the residential street
The doorman at Rockhedge....!!
Front Entryway
Living room with dining area & wood burning fireplace - stairs to Loft Bedroom
View to the northeast from the living room windows

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bond Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Full 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home!

Town of Estes Park Business License #3052 ~ A licensed vacation rental property.

Note : If Rockhedge is booked for the dates that you want - Check out our listing: Riverside Cottage (VRBO.com - listing #4071237 ) another Historic Estes Park property.

Rockhedge is located on over an acre of beautiful mountain terrain in the oldest established neighborhood of Estes Park. This home is conveniently located within walking distance to the charming village of Estes Park where you can explore the galleries, restaurants and shops of Elkhorn Avenue and its side streets.

Easy access to the entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park by car, bike or foot! A Hiker's Dream!

This home has been lovingly restored by keeping the character and charm of days gone by and adding modern amenities and conveniences.

This home truly has a chef's kitchen. Complete with all the baking pans, cookware, wine glasses, mixers, utensils, etc. A collection of cookbooks line the shelves of the kitchen bookcase. The pantry is stocked with herbs, spices, oils and condiments for your convenience.

Enjoy a good book as you curl up by the fireplace.
Relax in the deep-soaking tub by candlelight.

Walk to the Historic Stanley Hotel or downtown to enjoy an excellent dining experience.

This home is peaceful and serene. It truly is a nurturing retreat!

Welcome to Rockhedge
Rockhedge is a licensed vacation rental.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome and counted as guests
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Events

No events allowed
No Parties ~ Strict Town of Estes Regulation!
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pet Free ~ Preferred by guests with allergies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking inside or outside of any kind!
Pets NOT Allowed! This is a Pet Free Property ~ Preferred by guests with allergies. Owner also has allergies.
No smoking of any kind inside or outside on the property! No marijuana!
The 7 night stay required that includes Christmas Day must be booked by December 1 to ensure the property is decorated for the Holidays.

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
Note from host: No Parties ~ Strict Town of Estes Regulation!
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Estes Park

Located in Estes Park, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Rocky Mountain National Park and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Estes Park Memorial Observatory and Mustang Mountain Coaster. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Estes Park, CO

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bond Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Estes - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Elevations Eatery and Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Egg of Estes - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Rockhedge', A Beautifully Restored 1921 Historic Home! located?

This family-friendly Estes Park holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bond Park and The Stanley Hotel. Rocky Mountain National Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 255 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully cozy and charming property. Great kitchen too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danial P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been to Estes at least once a year for the last 15 years. This was one of the best places we have stayed. Beautiful cabin with wonderful views, close to downtown and Safeway. Direct route to RMNP. We will definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Rockhedge! It’s beautifully decorated and feels like home! The close access to RMNP and Estes Park was so convenient. We were thrilled one morning to watch the elk saunter by!! We were so comfortable as a family of five adults and the house is well stocked and the only thing you need to supply is your food! Thanks you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Fantastic home!

Everything was as advertised. Great hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denese A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/2025: Was super impressed with this property. I've never seen a cleaner place! Beds were very comfy. The 2 bedrooms on the main floor had blackout blinds, so was perfectly dark in the mornings, which I so appreciate. Three times we saw a flock of turkeys go along the road, up to 22 of them at one time. So cool! Great water pressure, lots of hot water, deep (and SUPER CLEAN) bathtub, a fire was laid in for us, such a gorgeously restored house!! Tiles in bathrooms were gorgeous (and SUPER CLEAN), hardwood floors were so smooth and clean also! Lots of beautiful old-timey furniture! Great ambiant lighting! A very stunning house, with lots of space, indoors and out! Loved it!
10/13/25 4:26pm
10/13/25 4:38pm
10/16/25 7:34am Back of house.
10/16/25 7:33am
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked the outside patio
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

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

Best of Times

Rockhedge did not disappoint. The arts and crafts charm, plus the comfort and convenience provided by the owners’ careful restoration of this historic property made our stay a delight. The location’s easy access to just about everything was an added bonus. Best VRBO experience yet!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Former Estes Resident now living in NC

I grew up in Estes, and graduated high school there many, many, many years ago. Rockhedge is how you want to do Estes Park and Rocky Mountain Nat’l Park. Place is beautiful and in a great private location with possible wildlife sighting from your window … We Will Be Back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

TJ P.

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

Unforgettable Stay – Even Better Than the Photos!

This home was absolutely excellent, one of our best VRBO stays ever. The pictures truly don’t do it justice. It’s beautifully maintained, fully stocked with everything you could need, and in the perfect location just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes.Our kids absolutely loved the house and made countless playful “adventures” out of every nook and cranny.And the views? Let’s just say they’re breathtaking… even from the bathroom. You haven’t truly experienced the Rockies until you’ve admired a mountain vista while sitting on the toilet.The owners were fantastic. They were responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with. We would absolutely stay here again the next time we’re in town. Highly recommend!
Walk into a beautiful cabin.
Gorgeous dining area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Get away with grandkids

Amazingly beautiful home with all of the amenities one needs for a short or lengthy stay. In a word, charming! It is spacious, yet cozy with beautiful surrounding rocks and tress. Located just moments away from downtown restaurants and shopping, and of course at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park, this is a great location. Today we played frisbee golf in the front yard, spending quality time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken L., USA

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

Estes Park Gem

Rockhedge is a gem. We visited recently with our adult granddaughter and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It is beautifully restored, spotless, spacious, comfortable, quiet, fully stocked, has lots of plants, artwork and books, and is conveniently located near the Stanley Hotel but away from the busyness. It is on a very pretty lot with outdoor seating and views of the pink rocks adjacent to Lumpy Ridge. It has a wonderful fireplace for the cool evenings. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Delightful Mountain Retreat

This home was comfortable and welcoming. The property manager kept an open line of communication to make sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Our 4-year old loved the wooden swords that were out in the yard, and we played many games of pirate ship in the boulders. My teen loved the loft where she could avoid everyone else. The proximity to Estes Parks shops and restaurants as well as RMNP was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joni H.

The house accommodated our family of 4 small kids

I loved the house and the location. The large boulders on the property provided great entertainment for the kids while we watched them from the patio. The grill and second patio off the dinning area was perfect for our family gathering of 16. A fast drive to all the hiking and only a short walk of 0.7 mile to Starbucks. The negative points were small but disappointing: stove taking 2 hours to heat up, not being able to fill the tub( yes,I read the directions. Ceiling fan was noisy. With that being said the house still was over the top enjoyable and we will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to town. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and close to downtown. Easy to get to the National Park. Listing as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in an ideal location to downtown and the park. The house was spotless and incredibly charming. The hosts were very attentive and available to promptly answer questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Page G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this beautiful home. Check-in was easy and the host was communicative and available. The home was clean and comfortable with so many special features inside and awesome natural beauty outside. The home's location is conveniently located: very close to town as well as the national park. We saw wildlife every day (wild turkeys, mule deer, chipmunks) and felt like we were in nature even though the home is located in a cute neighborhood. We enjoyed playing games next to a roaring fire (that was kindly set up and ready to light) and our family of 5 adults made wonderful memories. The only thing we wished for was a TV in the main living area. We went on our trip during football season and our teams had big games which had to be watched in one of the bedrooms. I was worried about the home not having a/c and I do not like being hot. However, that wasn't a problem at all as there were fans available and the evenings were chilly. We absolutely loved our time in Estes Park and hope to be able to stay in this beautiful home again!
View from dining room window
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrible experience with host. They didn’t leave the check in information. We arrived at 4pm with no access to the property. We had to find another place last minute. 3 hours after check in, host finally calls back. Don’t recommend the host. Can’t tell you about the property as we didn’t stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delightful home--so many windows with lovely views. We loved the home's comfortable furnishings and original Art Deco architectural details. Although we didn’t cook more than breakfast, I apprecoated the real cook's kitchen complete with Viking stove, good cookware and sets of china and silverware. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful but just a short drive from grocery store, shopping and downtown.Maybe best of all, we saw a large bull elk on the lawn the first morning.Durango and her assistant Toon responded quickly to questions. The property is lovingly maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a gorgeous and comfortable home. It was incredibly clean and the kitchen was well stocked with all the equipment you could possibly want. We enjoyed hanging out on the patio with its views of the nearby mountains and the elk, which passed through the yard! I highly recommend Rockledge and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dixie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and so is the scenery. We had a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

denise b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Rockhedge

We loved staying at Rockhedge. The home was pristine, the surroundings peaceful, and everything we needed was provided. The architecture and furnishings are stunning. We would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and the host are very nice! Easy in easy out!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This homey house is our favorite Estes Park getaway by far. I think this was our 4th stay here and we are completely spoiled by this perfect place and ideal location. We will keep coming here as long as it is available!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Durango Steele

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I am an East Coast girl from Connecticut who moved to Colorado with my family when my father was employed by IBM in Boulder 1966! I graduated from Estes Park High School and continue to love this community and the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park. I realize what a great privilege it is to be located next to one our our nation's treasured parks!

Why they chose this property

My husband, Mark, and I lived in Santa Barbara for many years. While enjoying our time there, our attention was drawn to the Craftsman Style of Architecture including Prairie Style and the California Bungalow. We fell in love with this style of home and knew that someday we would find a property suitable for us to restore with the artistic integrity of this form of architecture. We knew it was Rockhedge as soon as we visited the home. Built in 1921 and situated on a beautiful lot; this was the perfect place for us to restore in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

What makes this property unique

This home is warm and welcoming, thoughtfully renovated with attention to detail.
This is a favorite quote of our's by Frank Lloyd Wright:
'A Building should appear to grow easily from its site and be shaped to harmonize with its surroundings if nature is manifest there, and if not, try to make it as quiet, substantial, and organic as she would have done were the opportunity hers.'

We hope that you feel at home here. We are happy to share our interpretation of the Arts & Crafts architecture and philosophy with you. We know that you will enjoy the natural surroundings of this home, the easy access to the shops and restaurants of our charming mountain village and our spectacular Rocky Mountain National Park!

Welcome to Rockhedge.

Durango & Mark

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