House in Estes Park, CO
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
Enjoy the solitude of the Rockies located in the Carriage Hills Subdivision Estes Park.
Roughly 5 miles from the Rocky Mountain National Park and Down town Estes
Park (Many shops, restaurants and bars)!
The space
Inside:
Upon entering you will be greeted with stunning mountain views and a well-designed
space. This extravagant vacation retreat is split between 2 levels offering different
options for entertaining and space for the family to spread out. The main level has the
large open kitchen with eat at island, dining table, living room, and the access to our
deck and hot-tub. The master bedroom with gas fireplace and an en-suite bathroom
Also on the main floor is a full bathroom and 2 more bedrooms. Retreat downstairs and you will find a family living room, 4th bedroom, 3rd bathroom and laundry room. The downstairs family room along with a desk for catching up on emails or work.
This property does NOT have Air-conditioning. The cool mountain nights allow the home to cool down quickly.
Outside:
Once on deck, you will find the hot-tub overlooking stunning views. In late spring and summer there is a lush lawn and flowers. The home is a perfect launch point for outdoor enthusiasts or those who simply wish to come relax and enjoy the mountains and scenery.
This home is located in a neighborhood with residents living close by. You will need to respect the county quiet hours and no flying drones on the property or in the neighborhood.
It is recommending AWD or 4WD during snowy season. The drive is easy for the elevation we are located at HOWEVER, this is subjective to each individual experience. With the climate and natural elements.
Parking is on the driveway only and garage. Snow removal in the winter months for the Driveway before arrival and do our very best to maintain it but with unpredictable high winds throughout the year, snow drifts are common. We cannot guarantee the sidewalk will be completely cleared prior to your arrival. Please come prepared with the right gear. This means hiking shoes or snow boots with good footing. We do provide snow shovels for guests to use. Many guests love and enjoy this experience, but if you are not the adventurous type or do not have experience in these elements this might not be the rental for you. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns before booking.
Guest access
Our entire home is available to guests. Self-check in instructions will be sent before your stay. This is a home in addition to being a vacation rental, owner items may be present in the home.
Other things to note
If it snows during your stay guests may need to shovel the deck to clear a path. 4WG vehicles are required October - May. 3 cars max.
Rocky Mountain National Park will implement another pilot temporary timed entry permit reservation system from May 22 through October 19, 2026. If you plan on visiting Rocky Mountain National Park during your stay please visit their website for details about reservations.
STAIRS
You are required to go down steps, this is a bi-level home.
GAS FIREPACE: (Family room and master bedroom)
Use anytime you want.
PARTIES OR EVENTS
There are no parties or events allowed at the rental you will be evicted.
You must be 30 or older to book. Person making the reservation must stay at the property during the booking dates.
Maximum occupancy is 8 guests.
No use of drones on the property or in the neighborhood.
If house rules are broken we reserve the right to withhold your security deposit and/or
cancel your reservation.
County Quite Hours/ Noise Ordnance 7:00pm- 7:00am are strictly enforced.
CHILDPROOFING
Guest understands that no special efforts have been made to “childproof” this house
and accepts the risk or harm to any children/infants we allow on the property.
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
Due to the popular nature of this rental, WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE EARLY
CHECK-INS AND LATE CHECK-OUTS. We need this small window of time in-between
guests to prepare for your stay.
Electric Vehicles: EV's
We do not allow charging of any EV's at this property with out discussion and written permission by the Property Managers. Any violation of this policy will result in loss of security deposit.
This home is managed by Rocky Mountains Property Services, a family owned and operated business local to Estes Park.
We value hospitality and strive for a 5-star experience!
Roughly 5 miles from the Rocky Mountain National Park and Down town Estes
Park (Many shops, restaurants and bars)!
The space
Inside:
Upon entering you will be greeted with stunning mountain views and a well-designed
space. This extravagant vacation retreat is split between 2 levels offering different
options for entertaining and space for the family to spread out. The main level has the
large open kitchen with eat at island, dining table, living room, and the access to our
deck and hot-tub. The master bedroom with gas fireplace and an en-suite bathroom
Also on the main floor is a full bathroom and 2 more bedrooms. Retreat downstairs and you will find a family living room, 4th bedroom, 3rd bathroom and laundry room. The downstairs family room along with a desk for catching up on emails or work.
This property does NOT have Air-conditioning. The cool mountain nights allow the home to cool down quickly.
Outside:
Once on deck, you will find the hot-tub overlooking stunning views. In late spring and summer there is a lush lawn and flowers. The home is a perfect launch point for outdoor enthusiasts or those who simply wish to come relax and enjoy the mountains and scenery.
This home is located in a neighborhood with residents living close by. You will need to respect the county quiet hours and no flying drones on the property or in the neighborhood.
It is recommending AWD or 4WD during snowy season. The drive is easy for the elevation we are located at HOWEVER, this is subjective to each individual experience. With the climate and natural elements.
Parking is on the driveway only and garage. Snow removal in the winter months for the Driveway before arrival and do our very best to maintain it but with unpredictable high winds throughout the year, snow drifts are common. We cannot guarantee the sidewalk will be completely cleared prior to your arrival. Please come prepared with the right gear. This means hiking shoes or snow boots with good footing. We do provide snow shovels for guests to use. Many guests love and enjoy this experience, but if you are not the adventurous type or do not have experience in these elements this might not be the rental for you. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns before booking.
Guest access
Our entire home is available to guests. Self-check in instructions will be sent before your stay. This is a home in addition to being a vacation rental, owner items may be present in the home.
Other things to note
If it snows during your stay guests may need to shovel the deck to clear a path. 4WG vehicles are required October - May. 3 cars max.
Rocky Mountain National Park will implement another pilot temporary timed entry permit reservation system from May 22 through October 19, 2026. If you plan on visiting Rocky Mountain National Park during your stay please visit their website for details about reservations.
STAIRS
You are required to go down steps, this is a bi-level home.
GAS FIREPACE: (Family room and master bedroom)
Use anytime you want.
PARTIES OR EVENTS
There are no parties or events allowed at the rental you will be evicted.
You must be 30 or older to book. Person making the reservation must stay at the property during the booking dates.
Maximum occupancy is 8 guests.
No use of drones on the property or in the neighborhood.
If house rules are broken we reserve the right to withhold your security deposit and/or
cancel your reservation.
County Quite Hours/ Noise Ordnance 7:00pm- 7:00am are strictly enforced.
CHILDPROOFING
Guest understands that no special efforts have been made to “childproof” this house
and accepts the risk or harm to any children/infants we allow on the property.
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
Due to the popular nature of this rental, WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE EARLY
CHECK-INS AND LATE CHECK-OUTS. We need this small window of time in-between
guests to prepare for your stay.
Electric Vehicles: EV's
We do not allow charging of any EV's at this property with out discussion and written permission by the Property Managers. Any violation of this policy will result in loss of security deposit.
This home is managed by Rocky Mountains Property Services, a family owned and operated business local to Estes Park.
We value hospitality and strive for a 5-star experience!
Amenities at "The Shining" Mountain Retreat #21-ZONE3161
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Estes Park, CO
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
The host was outstanding - did not expect the tree or all the decorations. She was very responsive. This the first time I have rented a short term rental that is still occupied by the owner, so that was different. I wanted to give an excellent rating but...that couch in the downstairs den was really a shock, the dryer not working was no biggy, but the ice dispenser not working made for some "moments" shall we say, and the lack of window coverings in the otherwise spectacular master bedroom were a definite negative. Maybe they could buy some of those free-standing folding screens to put in front of those big windows and the door? I was a property manager for 30 years, so I know things happen beyond your control and owners don't always see things from the other side, but still...it was a bit uncomfortable. Also, the heater in the downstairs bathroom was not working, but we figured out the batteries in the thermostat were dead. Once we got the batteries and installed them, it worked fine.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
The communication with the prop mgr was awesome. Very fast and responsive. There were 8 adults and the house was just what we were looking for in our stay. The kitchen area was fantastic and room for all of us to spread out. We enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit out on the deck. The bathrooms were fabulous. The house was in close proximity to the downtown Estes area.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
This house was amazing, the photos from the deck do not do the view justice! The views are so beautiful the rooms were great and the house as a whole was wonderful. The location is far enough away from the busy downtown area but close enough that it doesn't take long to get there. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas as we stayed there just before Christmas and it felt so warm and inviting. We will stay there again the next time we visit Estes Park!
6 / 10Average·Jul 2023
First of all, the pictures don’t lie- the view was beautiful! A few things that weren’t as expected:
1. No A/C when it had been advertised resulting in a warm house during the day and a ground squirrel coming through the opened window.
2. Quiet hours starting at 7pm - unacceptable for families wanting the mountain experience. The agreement we signed said 10pm and we were unaware that it had changed until the sheriff came to the door with complaints of playing children.
3. One bed is a FULL not a queen.
4. All cabinets and drawers were full of junk and other peoples things. Our cleanliness level is probably higher than most, but when I’m staying at a house I don’t want to find underwear, used toothbrushes, dirty plasticware, etc in my living space- ew! Regardless of it all, we had a great time!
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9.6Outstanding
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"The communication with the prop mgr was awesome. Very fast and responsive. There were 8 adults and the house was just what we were looking for in our stay. The kitchen area was fantastic and room for..."
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