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Hang out with Moose! Log Cabin near RMNP/Columbine Lake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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View near driveway after leaves have fallen
This guy decided to take a nap outside the kitchen window!
Huge wrap around deck
King sized log bed in upstairs master bedroom
Enjoy an evening fire, chairs and log benches surround the fire pit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Grand Lake, CO
  • Place, Columbine Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Adams Falls Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Lake Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 / loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Hang out with Moose! Log Cabin near RMNP/Columbine Lake

Our log cabin has a great private location nestled in an aspen grove just minutes from Grand Lake. We are just steps away from Columbine Lake, a private 45 acre natural lake just outside Rocky Mountain National Park. This is the perfect getaway for a family vacation, romantic getaway, or reunion with friends. Our location backs up to private wooded land, allowing for lots of privacy and an abundance of wildlife to come near the cabin including Moose, Deer, Fox, and Elk. We are located on a dead end street with neighbors on one side only. Rocky Mountain National Park is 1 mile away and the Village of Grand Lake is just a couple minutes drive.

The interior of the cabin offers an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings in the great room. Natural log beams support the loft upstairs and a log railing follows the stairs up and across the loft, giving it that rustic touch. On the main floor is the 2nd bedroom with queen bed, full bath with shower and laundry, fully stocked kitchen, dining area, great room, and a bar area. Upstairs you will find a full bath with shower / tub, large master bedroom with a king sized log bed and twin bunk beds, and the loft with a trundle bed that serves as the third bedroom. The loft offers privacy from the rest of the cabin and opens up to the balcony outside.

In the evening, have a fire in the fire pit outside and gaze at the stars up above. Rustic log benches surround the fire pit along with adirondack chairs. Please note, firewood may not be available at the cabin and can be purchased in town. If you are planning to bring your dog, well behaved pets will be considered and a pet fee would be applied to your reservation if approved.

Grand Lake is a year round destination. During the summer you can enjoy boating on the 3 lakes (Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake, and Lake Granby), hiking, mountain biking, ATVs, 4th of July fireworks, and the list goes on. During the winter months this area is the snowmobiling capital of Colorado with over 100 miles of groomed trails. Skiing choices are plentiful between Ski Granby Ranch nearby, Winter Park and the legendary champagne powder of Steamboat Springs. Perhaps the greatest year round draw of the area is Rocky Mountain National Park with it amazing scenery and abundance of wildlife.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Games and toys for kids are provided
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets need to be approved first, $45 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Columbine Lake is a private covenant-controlled community, renters are not allowed to use the clubhouse, gazebo, horse pasture, OHV’s, Columbine Lake
Please do not carve names or initials into the trees on the property, thank you.

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR22-00770

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grand Lake

Located in Grand Lake, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre and Kauffman House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grand Lake Golf Course and Grand Lake Nordic Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Cascades of the Rockies Bookstore and Lilliput Mini Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Grand Lake, CO

What's nearby

  • Columbine Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Lake Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Adams Falls Trail - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Grand Lake Marina - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Granby Station - 24 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sagebrush BBQ & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miyauchi's Snack Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪One Love Rum Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rockies - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hang out with Moose! Log Cabin near RMNP/Columbine Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Hang out with Moose! Log Cabin near RMNP/Columbine Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hang out with Moose! Log Cabin near RMNP/Columbine Lake?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Hang out with Moose! Log Cabin near RMNP/Columbine Lake located?

This family-friendly Grand Lake cabin is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Columbine Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park. Mount Chapin and Sharkstooth are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Family Stay

The cabin is clean and orderly. It was very easy to find what we were looking for. The location is convenient, just a 10 min drive into Grand Lake and about 15 minutes to entrance of RMNP. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We even got to see a mother and baby moose right before we left! Scott was super helpful and promptly responded to our questions. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Great trip

We enjoyed our stay and had a great time at the park. Excellent location and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Wonderful stay at Columbine Lake cabin!

We thoroughly enjoyed our wintertime stay at this cozy cabin, including skiing at Winter Park, exploring Grand Lake village, and snowshoeing in RMNP. The cabin is perfect - beautiful setting, clean, spacious, and great amenities. It had everything we needed. Communication with Scott was great as well. 5 stars all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa w.

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

Best Family Vacation with adult children

The cabin was everything we thought it would be and more. The cabin was well stocked with everything you could think of. Very clean and the host kept in contact throughout our stay. If we go back to Grand Lake again we will definitely stay at this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was perfect. We saw moose every day by the cabin and at the nearby lake. Cabin was cozy and host was helpful. A great girls getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck H.

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

The moose were out!!!

What a great place to stay, within easy driving distance to RMNP, Grand Lake, Granby, etc. We saw cow moose and calves several times during our stay including one day when the cow bedded down in our yard (doesn't get much better than that!!!). Evening drives up the Kewaunechee Valley yielded elk and moose in large numbers. Scott was incredibly responsive and helpful, made our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Awesome place and launching point

Very comfortable property with all of the accoutrements you would expect (lots of pots and pans, everything works, balcony for wildlife viewing, fire pit, deck, etc). Beautiful walks around Columbine Lake, lots of friendly people. Great base for trips to Grand Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park, hiking, fishing, etc. Host was super responsive. Already booked for 2024!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Great location!

Right outside the park! As we arrived we heard elk bugling. We went early morning and evening to the park to see the wildlife and it couldn’t be more convenient. The home is well stocked with all necessities. We especially enjoyed all the extra kitchen utensils so we could prepare full meals. We also appreciated Scott checking on us during the week. Definitely recommend this cabin to anyone wanting to experience the park on the quiet side!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

melissa d.

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

Holiday Getaway!! 🦃🎄

A perfectly relaxing and cozy cabin in the woods! Our family of 7 plus 2 dogs were very comfortable and well taken care of during our 4 night stay. Our Thanksgiving feast was easily prepared with all of the kitchen necessities available. We enjoyed a short walk to Columbine Lake and a brisk walk around the neighborhood with breathtaking views all around! Conveniently located just a short drive to Grand Lake Village to partake in all that it has to offer was also very nice. Waking up to fresh snow was a treat and added to the enjoyment of a crackling fire. Each room was comfortable and provided exactly what we needed to get some rest for a new day. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Spectacular stay!

The location was perfect, just a short distance from all the fun and activities the area has to offer. Whether it was hiking, boating, or exploring the charming town, everything was easily accessible. The cabin's layout was incredibly family-friendly, providing plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy. The kids loved having their own area to play, and the open-plan living space made it easy for us all to spend quality time together. Communication with the property manager, Scott, was excellent. He was always quick to respond and provided helpful information about the cabin. His attentiveness made our stay even more enjoyable. One of the highlights of our stay was the stunning views of moose roaming the property. It was a unique and unforgettable experience to watch these majestic animals in their natural habitat from the comfort of our cabin. Overall, our stay was fantastic, and we would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a perfect getaway near Grand Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie C.

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

A Quiet Paradise

The Hanging with Moose Cabin is absolute Heaven, it was our first time to the Grand Lake area looking for a quieter side of the mountain, we normally stay in Estes Park every year but it's so busy and over crowded. Grand Lake is so much more laid back and relaxing. This Cabin is nestled in a private community that is so quiet and beautiful with nice and friendly neighbors. The Cabin has every thing you could possibly need and more and it's so cozy and comfortable and very easy access to RMNP, there is even a walking path into the Park not far from the Cabin. We took many walks around the private lake. The Host communicates with you often which is a very special touch, I think that is due to him actually owning the property unlike other VRBO's I have rented are managed by a Management team. This Cabin would be perfect for a Family with children with all the extra added touches that is geared towards children. You are so close to the Park a timed entry is not really needed cause getting into the Park before 9 with no lines is so doable. Just a small tip if you stay in this Cabin stock up on provisions in Granby at the City Market there are 2 markets in Grand Lake but very very pricey, I am all for supporting local businesses but not at those prices. Restaurants in Town are the same so we stocked up on groceries and cooked our meals. We did have an awesome meal at the Sagebrush, service and food was excellent but a meal for 3 was over $127. The Cabin was Amazing!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan and Terry B., Elk Grove CA

Love this cabin!

We thoroughly enjoyed this cabin. The accommodations were perfect for our family. The cabin was clean, spacious, and fully equipped. The kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable, as were the chair and couches in the family room. The high-speed Wi-Fi was a bonus – we were able to use Wi-Fi calling to keep in touch with family at home. Our boys also appreciated being able stay plugged-in. The fire pit area was our favorite place to sit and relax and observe wildlife around the cabin. We saw Moose, Elk and Deer every day at the cabin. We had two Gray Fox sightings-one Fox being chased down the road by two very agitated crows. The location was perfect for visiting RMNP—only a short drive to the Kawuneeche Visitor Center and the RMNP entrance. RMNP is spectacular – we decided to visit the Kawuneeche Valley because of the variety of hiking trails and abundant wildlife. The proximity of the cabin to the park allowed us to scout out new adventures in the park every day. We walked the Holzwarth Historic Site trail at dusk and observed hundreds of Elk grazing in the Valley – an amazing experience. I highly recommend this cabin who want to visit RMNP and have a comfortable place to come home to and relax. Scott, thank you for sharing your cabin with us. We would love to come back someday!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It turned out to be the perfect cabin, for so many many reasons that I really wanna thank Scott for providing
Stayed 37 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Vacation

We were so pleased with this cabin. The location is perfect with close access to the park and lots of options for hiking. We saw two momma moose with her calf’s outside our window during our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful large cabin. Everything we needed was there. Every moring and most afternoons, we had moose and deer in the yard. Such a beautiful area. Close to yown and entrance to the park. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phylis F.

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

Cabin clean out

Needed a place to regroup and relax after cleaning out our parent's home. This place was a perfect respite from the hours of hard work.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

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

Amazing getaway

Scott’s cabin was PERFECT! The weather turned on us and the snow was so beautiful! The wood stove kept us perfectly warm! When Berthoud Pass was closed down the day we were to leave, Scott graciously allowed us to stay one more night! Although we didn’t see any Moose this time, we’re already making plans to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex J.

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

Clean & cozy

Cozy, clean and fun. Owner is very helpful and nice. Highly recommend. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

victoria c.

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

Moose

Beautiful setting. Got to see a mamma moose and her baby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

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

Great all around experience

Loved the cabin. Loved the location which was a five minute drive to the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Cabin was very clean. Host was great to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jon s.

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

RMNP Getaway

The property is just as advertised. We were lucky to see moose twice, but the ither wildlife is just as nice. House is comfortable and in a great location. Grrat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Great cabin in great location

The cabin is in a serene location with lots of birdwatching and wildlife in the area. Beautiful walks around Lake Columbine! RMNP is just around the corner! The cabin was very clean, with a fully equipped kitchen. There were plenty of pots and pans to cook or bake about anything you want. The owner is very responsive and shared good info about the area including grocery store options. Also the king size bed in the master BR upstairs was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen O.

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

Wildlife Haven

Beautiful surroundings; abundance of wildlife and excellent stargazing from upper balcony and driveway. Something about this property is so tranquil. You can feel your heart rate and breathing slow down. The cabin is equipped with everything you could possibly need. We have stretched our annual stay to 10 days because this place is so accommodating. Accessibility for wheelchair is a bonus.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JMN

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

Great vacation

Great cabin, perfect location. We had a great vacation. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

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

Amazing cabin and wildlife

Perfect location, close to the national park. Grand Lake is an awesome little town. Scott was a great host and the cabin is in perfect condition. We saw moose and baby moose every day. The fire pit and stars were incredible. Can’t go wrong with this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Scott Belknap

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We are a young family originally from Michigan currently residing in Castle Rock. We have missed the water until we came to Grand Lake! On our first vacation here we immediately fell in love with the area. The wildlife, lakes, and small town feel is what truly makes this area unique. We wanted a place for our family to spend time outdoors and experience all the benefits Colorado has to offer. Owning a log cabin has always been a dream of ours. Happy to say that dream has come true and we would like to share the experience with you and your family!

Why they chose this property

It has always been a dream of ours to own a log cabin in the mountains. The hard part for us was finding a cabin with the right location. I can not say enough good things about the location of this cabin. It is close to everything that you may want to do year round in Colorado. Whether you like to get out on the water, hike, take the ATV out, snowmobile, ski / snowboard, view wildlife, photography, or enjoy hunting this area offers it all. Perhaps the greatest year round draw of the area is Rocky Mountain National Park with its amazing scenery and abundance of wildlife.

The property itself backs up to a large piece of private land, this offers more privacy than most cabins in the Columbine Lake area and provides the opportunity to view lots of wildlife including moose, bear, deer, fox, and elk. There is a balcony off the second level that allows you to look out and hopefully see a moose wondering. On the interior of the cabin you will find an open and bright floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and wood finish throughout giving it that true log cabin feel.

What makes this property unique

Private location in the trees with lots of wildlife encounters almost daily (mainly Moose, Deer, and Fox)! Columbine lake is just across the street

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English

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