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Prime River Frontage &Views, w/AC, 1mi to Town & 2mi RMNPs,Deck&Patio/fishing

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deck off of kitchen with gas grill
the Big Thompson so close you will feel like you can reach out and touch it!
living area with gas fireplace and river views
center island kitchen bar
fully-equipped kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Estes Park, CO
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Historic Estes Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Prime River Frontage &Views, w/AC, 1mi to Town & 2mi RMNPs,Deck&Patio/fishing

Estes Park Vacation Rental License #6016

Summer guests- This home has air conditioning which is very rare in Estes Park!

Mulligan's Lodge is perfectly situated overlooking the Big Thompson River...so close that you will feel like you can reach out and touch it! Top it all off with views of Prospect Mountain and you have the perfect Rocky Mountain retreat.

From this home it is just a short walk into the Town of Estes Park and an easy 1.5 mile drive to the Beaver Meadows entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park.

The main level great room has a gas fireplace to gather at with river and mountain views all around...no artwork needed on these walls! This is simply the ideal family gathering place with its adjoining fully equipped kitchen and dining room area. Gaze out to take in the perfectly clear Colorado sky, river and mountain views!!

From the great room you can step out to a fantastic deck to enjoy excellent mountain views along with the sights and sounds of the Big Thompson River! Take it all in while enjoying a cup of morning coffee, evening glass of wine, reading a good book or cooking dinner on the gas grill!

The cozy master bedroom en suite is also located on the main level. Open the windows and let the sounds of the Big Thompson lull you to sleep.

Also on the main level is a powder room, laundry area and 2 car garage.

A second family room is located in the lower level along with 2 queen bedrooms and a full bath. From this level you can walk-out onto the patio and spot elk and other wildlife moseying along the Big Thomson River! Or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the view!

And a BONUS.....enjoy the AIR CONDITIONING (a rarity for homes in Estes Park!) on those hot summer days!!!!

As our guest you will enjoy access to HOA-shared common fishing areas along the Big Thompson river.

Wildlife sightings abound with frequent visits from elk, deer, wild turkeys and even an occasional bobcat.

Need we go on... we think that Mulligan's Lodge is perfect in every way... not just another vacation rental but a perfect mountain home!

**The rentals for this home are managed by Mark and Sue Werder (aka Good Neighbor Vacation Rentals) who live just a few miles away and are available to assist you with your stay! **

** The occupancy for this home is 8 total if at least 2 are children or 6 total if all adults. The 8 total includes day guests who must be approved by the manager. No weddings or other group events**

** Please note that the fire pit at Mulligan's Lodge is NOT part of this rental due to safey concern for threat of wildfire**

**Our cancellation policy is stated below. If you have any concern that you (or someone traveling with you) will not able to come because of possible future medical reasons (including Covid) and/or for some other reason then we suggest that you take out a trip insurance plan that would cover that potential situation.

**This home is located in a Firewise certified community. No smoking anywhere in or around this home and/or anywhere on the HOA shared grounds. Absolutely no charcoal grill or campfires allowed.

Property manager

Mark and Sue Werder
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed anywhere on property
-8 total occupants including infants and day guests. No day guests allowed without Manager approval
-No RVs or Trailers allowed (off-loading only)
-No smoking anywhere on HOA property

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 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 deadlock
Property Registration Number Estes Park License # 6021

We should mention

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 on the waterfront. The Stanley Hotel and Historic Estes Park are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Consider Performance Park for a night out or Trout Haven Fishing Pond if you're travelling with kids. 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

  • Trout Haven Fishing Pond - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lake Estes - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rock Cut Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Prime River Frontage &Views, w/AC, 1mi to Town & 2mi RMNPs,Deck&Patio/fishing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Prime River Frontage &Views, w/AC, 1mi to Town & 2mi RMNPs,Deck&Patio/fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime River Frontage &Views, w/AC, 1mi to Town & 2mi RMNPs,Deck&Patio/fishing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Prime River Frontage &Views, w/AC, 1mi to Town & 2mi RMNPs,Deck&Patio/fishing located?

This family-friendly Estes Park holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Rocky Mountain National Park. The Stanley Hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 159 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 159 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

The best vacation spot!

This was such a relaxing place to stay! We loved the huge windows and beautiful view. The location was wonderful for going to Rocky Mountain National Park or into town, but honestly the house itself was vacation enough. I could have just stayed by the fire in the living room watching the backyard stream all week. We have been renting vacation homes for a long time in different places and this was everyone’s favorite! It was immaculately clean and the hosts were very responsive when we had a question. We need to come back in warmer weather so we can hike more!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Christmas getaway

Wonderful experience and highly recommend. Beautiful home, very clean, with everything you need for your stay. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Perfect getaway

Very comfortable, spacious and clean. Great location on the river. Close to downtown. Hosts were very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Galen D.

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

Family Getaway

Nice place, clean and well stocked for meals
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Great Experience!

Sue, the property host, was amazing at communicating. The house was beautiful & clean. It is located on the most beautiful creek. We got to sit on the back balcony and watch a gang of elk just chill in and around the water. The town itself is also cute, with lots of shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Amazing scenery!

What a beautiful home with amazing scenery. The elk and deer were at our doorstep! What an experWhat a
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

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

Amazing Vacation!!

We were very impressed with our whole stay at Mulligans Lodge! The house exceeded our expectations in every way. The pictures in the listing literally do not do this place justice because it is beautiful! The house is very well stocked and super clean! It fit our family perfect and we enjoyed every minute we were there!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leeland A.

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

Summer 2024

This was our second time staying at this property in Estes Park and everything was perfect once again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan F.

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

Best Mountain House to Date!

We LOVED our time at this home. It was clean, well organized, has very communicative hosts, and was easily accessible. The highlight was the herd of thirty elk right off our deck one evening. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria N.

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

STUNNING!!! Must book

This was our third trip to Estes but our first staying on the river. This was by far our favorite home we have stayed in!! We loved sitting on the deck overlooking the river and the daily visits from elk. Our 3 year old enjoyed playing in the river and walking to the local coffee shop. The home was immaculately clean and had everything we could need. And the beds were extremely comfortable. We enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B.

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

Beautiful stay, awesome host

Spent 3 days here with my wife, 1.5 year old, and babysitter. Beautiful big house. Great kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms were new and spacious. Fished in the river directly behind the house. Caught a bunch of trout. Walked to get coffee in the mornings. Saw elk and beavers. Host was very helpful and immediately responsive. Wonderful value for the cost. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina G.

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

Amazing!!

We spent a few days at Mulligan’s Lodge and could not have asked for more! The property and accommodations were phenomenal and Sue was such a delight in making sure we had everything needed and providing us with great recommendations for the area as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Perfection!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Exceptionally clean and everything was just as listed. Hosts Mark and Sue were great through the entire process. Close to RMNP and lots of great restaurants. The view of the mountains and river is amazing! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

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

Nothing beats October in Estes Park

We just returned from a wonderful week in Estes Park chilling out during Fall Break. The VRBO house was fabulous! The location was perfect, just steps away from the Big Thompson River. We so enjoyed trying our hand at fly fishing & watching as a herd of dear walked through the yard daily. There was even a large elk grazing along the river. The house was very near one of the entrances to Rocky Mountain National Park, allowing multiple easy opportunities to view the beautiful Fall colors, elk ruts & some awesome stargazing! The house itself was beautiful & so comfortable for our group of six. It had everything we needed. The kitchen was well supplied with dishes, pans, great appliances & a gas grill on the deck overlooking the river. The beds were comfortable & bathrooms/showers were very clean & well stocked. Ann was fabulous to work with. She contacted us before our arrival to give directions to the house that would bypass the major construction traffic snarls in town. That was so thoughtful of her! She also gave advice about local grocery shopping options & even pointed us to a nearby sporting store where we could get expert advice in searching for the perfect fishing spots. In short, the stay was wonderful, everything we had hoped it would be. We hated to leave, but we hope we can stay there again sometime!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Beautiful home on great location.

The home is beautiful and located in a great setting. Mule deer and elk came right up to back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve f., Houston

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

Great Location and Comfortable Home

This will be our number 1 choice to stay on our next visit to Estes Park. We loved being next to the river and relaxing on the deck every day! Two things that would make this a better property are (1) Local TV Channels, and (2) an outdoor jacuzzi! Still, this is our favorite place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B., Chicago

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

A Piece of Heaven

We loved this stunning home with its amazing property and views. We stayed for 3 nights but wished we could have stayed longer. The home was beautifully decorated yet very comfy. The location was so peaceful and quiet, right on the river but still so close to downtown Estes. We could not have asked for a better home and location. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Sue was very prompt with responses to questions and recommended good restaurants

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura r.

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

Love this place

Great place in a great location with amazing river view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K., Americus

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

Amazing Home with breathtaking view of river right out your back door!

This home is absolutely one of the most beautiful places I have stayed. Great communication from the get go, easy check-in and most importantly, beautiful accommodations! The home was so clean, spacious for 6 adults, cozy, beautifully decorated, and had the most spectacular view to enjoy right off the deck. I highly recommend and will absolutely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dann H., Dayton, OHIO

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

Great house… great location near RMNP

Awesome house… beautiful views right on the Big Thompson River. Literally 5 minutes from RMNP. Property manager is excellent… communicates clearly. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Awesome place! So comfortable!

Great location and amazing home! Me and my family loved staying here! There is a fun trail that leads to a cute coffee shop less then a mile and a pond to feed the ducks. My kids (4,7) are dying to go back. The house was clean and so comfortable. We had family and friends that stayed elsewhere and this place By far outranked there’s. Host was so responsive and sweet! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeland A.

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

Perfect stay

Everything about this house was perfect for our family. We are already planning our Estes Park vacation for next year and we wouldn’t think about staying anywhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Sue Werder

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From the Managers- We are pleased to facilitate your stay at Mulligan's Lodge for Nick and Jan Francis who are long-time residents of Colorado. We live close-by and are only a phone call away should you need anything during your stay! Mark and Sue Werder

From the Owners- We have lived in Greeley, Colorado since 1972 as does our son’s family. We winter in Tucson, Arizona so we have the BEST of both worlds.
After he spent many summer vacations as a child, with his family in Estes Park, Nick always dreamed of owning in a cabin in the Rocky Mountains.
We love the location of this townhouse as it is halfway between the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes Park with all its restaurants, shopping and activities. The new construction has many attractive amenities & upgrades, including air conditioning, all new appliances, etc., and a GREAT location right ON the river. The great room’s wall to wall, floor to ceiling windows bring the great outdoors into view the moment you step inside. Handmade log beds and Colorado lodge furnishings combined with modern conveniences like granite counters will make your Rocky Mountain stay memorable.
Thanks so much for choosing our home for your Rocky Mountain adventure! Nick and Jan Francis

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