Best cabin and hosts in Estes Park! Super accommodating and very warm and welcoming! Rick & Cheryl…read moreare 5 star hosts and really care about your stay. They went out of their way and took us hiking and showed us many cool spots in Estes Park. They also told us the hot spots to go to in Rocky National State Park. They really made our stay a memorable one for a lifetime and we are so thankful to have met them.

Pretty damn impressed with Muddy Creek Cabins. The cabin was quaint, cute and clean. Nice wood…read morecabins, with kitchen, grill, refrigerator, hot plate, coffee maker, fireplace inside, and a fire pit out front. The bathroom was even handicapped accessible. The best part about this cabin was it was so damn quiet at night! I had such a great sleep there listening to the frogs croaking outside. When I opened up the bedroom window we had a great view of the table top mountains and a little muddy creek running out back. This cabin had everything we needed for our short 3 day getaway and it's about an hour away from steamboat and some great fishing and relaxation.

Very nice place to stay. Cabin's are roomy, and more…read moreimportantly clean. We have stayed here several times and never an issue. They are pet friendly.

We stayed during the moderately-high season of fall color and the elk rut. It was a last-minute…read moredecision to do a day trip that turned into an overnight. CC was one of the few who still had vacancy. Now we know why. While I don't know what type of low-grade accommodations the high reviewers are accustomed to, as a very frequent traveler, I do know that this place does not deserve anything higher than 3 stars. Pros: very simple, homey old-timey cottages that hearken back to a 1940's grandma's house. Central location right outside one of RMNP's entrances. Nice touches with working fireplaces, 1 free bundle of firewood, variety of games and dvds to choose from, and fairly ample kitchenette offerings including a mini-stove, full sink and place settings. Restaurant choices across the street. Cons: this place is TIRED. Everything is run-down and dingey from the raggedy bedspreads to the broken kitchenette drawers, to the shower handle that fell off when we went to turn it on. Outside lawn chairs were moldy and crusty - uninviting. Curtains were dusty with gnats stuck to them. The children's mini-playground area - which could've otherwise been such a nice touch - was littered with dog poo and other debris from apparently months of neglect. If the rental charge were more appropriate for this low-level of accommodation, like $75-$100, I might give more stars. But $200? Uh no.

We stayed here a month or so ago but didn't get around to this review until now. This was our…read moresecond time staying here. The first time was 20 years ago and we loved it back then which is why we decided to go back. In the past I'd have given it 4 or even 5 stars. However.... Pros are the great location close to so many amenities such as restaurants and stores, very quaint appearance, dogs allowed, wood burning fireplace, parking right outside your unit's door, easy self check-in, and how quiet it is even though it's off a fairly busy street. This place has tons of potential. Cons are a general lack of maintenance including a broken bar in the sleeper sofa that didn't support any weight and collapsed, unusable very disgusting cooking pans, dirty oven, and a general lack of cleanliness. For example under the chair cushions were years of dust and a variety of objects like socks, loose change, hair ties, etc. Tons of dirt under the sofa and bed, the fireplace glass screen was so dirty you couldn't see the fire so we cleaned it ourselves, all the dishes were filthy, lots of loose hair in the bathroom, etc. You get the idea. Housekeeping leaves a lot to be desired. We love rustic but these cottages cross the line into decrepit compared to other places we've stayed. They are in need of some refurbishment and replacement of furniture and household items.

HIGHLY recommend. First time in CO and we were looking for a "white Christmas" this year…read more Bringing two boys with us the house was more than enough for them to run and be....."boys." The house was slightly outdated, BUT super clean and not bad at all compared to other places I've stayed in. And truthfully I'd rather stay here than a hotel. It felt like a home away from home with incredible wildlife sightings. If you're looking for a home type of vibe while you're visiting Estes, this is the perfect place.

This was our second stay at Rams Horn. It's a nice 2/2 close to the Park entrance. We love it. The…read morestaff is happy and friendly. We tend to come off-season, so it's quiet, but that's how we like it. This time, we used the laundry (which was free), the gym, the clubhouse, and the hot tub. We were able to have a 90-year-old guest come up and stay a night. It was fairly easy for her to get in and out, and there was a bedroom on the main floor, which worked out pretty well. There were hand rails and about 8 stairs involved. Overall it was a great visit for all.

We checked in with ease. We preferred a different campsite than we had originally and they worked…read morewith us to move to one we liked better. The bathrooms and showers (in the front) are so clean and well appointed. It shows they care. They even had granite countertops!! The roads are dirt/gravel but they are also well cared for, little dust, easy to walk and no major potholes. We loved seeing the horses every day and they were very happy to see us when we had carrots and apples to share. The WRR is close to the lake and town. Also a good location for exploring Granby, Fraser, Winter Park and more. The people that work there are all great. Pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable. We will be back.

My family and I spent 5 nights here at the end of July for a family retreat event…read more GENERAL LOCATION: The ranch is in a great location nestled near the entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park at approx. 8,000 ft in elevation. It's also a 5 minute drive to Grand Lake and horseback riding. The town is definitely on "mountain time" meaning they start shutting down when it gets slow, or just before nightfall. THE RANCH: The ranch in general does have a lot to offer and it appeared that it's mostly used for weddings. They have a basketball court, volleyball court, kids play area, petting area with various farm animals, indoor pool, workout area, kitchen area, gazebo, fishing stream, 2 bridges, yard games, s'mores fire pit, BBQ grills, and a ton of places for photo ops! There were also several cabins throughout the ranch of various sizes that could hold families of 4-5 in each cabin. I think there were close to 15 different cabins to stay in. PROS: We really liked being on the ranch and got to spend some great quality family time doing family events on the ranch. We fished, rode horses, played BB, cornhole, and a few other yard games. We also saw a large Moose and her baby grazing about 100m from our cabin. It's really common to see Moose in the area, but it was a special treat to see her with her baby. We also saw humming birds and tiny chipmunks around all cabins each day. CONS: For 2 days we became overwhelmed by mosquito's. It got so bad that they called in a local company to fog the area with repellent to help kill them. The fogging did help and significantly reduced the number of mosquito's in the area. The rooms, bedding, beds, bathrooms, and cabins in general are nothing to brag about. They are old, and in need of big updating. I tried not to let this cloud my judgement about the ranch as a whole because we were there to enjoy the outdoors but it would have been nice to come back to a nice room and shower at the end of the day. If their main focus is a wedding venue, I was expecting to be in a much nicer cabin, especially considering they cater to people on one of their most memorable days. The cell phone coverage in the area is very hit and miss. Overall, the family and I enjoyed our time here and made some great memories!!

Family owned and a homey atmosphere; a nice place to stay in Winter Park - definitely worth the…read morestay. This place is definitely old school compared to a normal hotel, which I loved. Rooms were clean and well maintained, and had all of the basics you would need. Everything related to a ski day was nice here - had storage for skis and boots so that you didn't have to bring them to your room. In the morning they have a nice spread for breakfast including fruit and cereal, and also have some hot items including eggs, toast, sausage, and bacon. Definitely enough to get you fueled and ready for the day. Then there is a van they run that takes you right to the gondola leaving at 8:30, 9, 9:30. Taking the first van gets you there right for the start of day. And you don't have to worry about parking, walking, and paying at the resort. Rides back were at 3:15 and 4:15 which gave plenty of time at the mountain. I didn't get a chance to try the hot tub but it looked nice. There were some cozy spots in the lounge with fireplaces to sit and relax. And a ping pong table that a few kids were using to stay entertained. Parking here was convenient, and the location is good; very close to everything in Winter Park. Overall I was very impressed with this stay. I will definitely look here first when looking for a place to stay in Winter Park moving forward. I thought it was a fair value, and the amenities made for easy ski days where all I had to do was get dressed and show up to the van on time, and not worry about anything else.

The Arapahoe ski lodge made our trip to Colorado so convenient. Delicious breakfast and…read moretransportation to and from the mountain. Hospitality was unmatched!

We have been coming every year here for the past 35 years. Its really nice being centrally located…read more(25 min to Boulder, 50 min to Estes Park). You can pop down into Boulder for food or relax in the mountain air next to a flowing stream. Catch some trout (you need a license), or put the kids on the playground, or sing along at the weekly campfire/picnic. Kayla and Maryanne will make you right at home. Lots of birds, moose, and turkeys. Nederland is 5 min down the road and there are local eateries, grocery store, and movie theater.

We have been vacationing at Arapaho Ranch Cabins for years. Having vacationed in the Nederland, CO…read morearea since the 1960's we have never found anyplace that will compare with the Ranch. It is almost a guarantee that if one spends a couple weeks at the cabins, they will look at Kayla and Maryanne as family rather than cabin renters. The Ranch is a wildlife refuge and it is uncommon to come away from a stay there without pictures of Moose and impossible to not have all the pictures one could possibly want of Humming Birds, Jays , songbirds, squirrels, chipmunks and other animals all shot as one relaxes on the cabin deck. Be sure to pick up a good wild flower guide, because you will find most examples from the book somewhere around the ranch. There are hiking trails on the ranch and some of the best Colorado 4-wheel drive and hiking trails can be found close by. Nederland, the small town just minutes away from the cabins, is worth several trips. There is no McDonalds or Col. Sanders, but many quaint restaurants featuring as wide a variety of tastes as most big cities sport. Several stores have a wide variety of souvenirs and one even sports one of the largest selection of unusual rocks of any shop in the mountain zone. Arapaho Ranch is not a place to drop in and expect a cabin for a couple weeks. Get your reservations in early. We have learned the hard way that the "early bird gets the worm" so to speak. We have had our reservations in for this year, not only for us, but our two grown children and all our grandchildren, as well as our 1946 Willys Jeep to hit every 4-wheel drive road in the area, including some a modern 4-wheeler is to wide to traverse.

Wow, how to begin. What a beautiful, comfortable place to getaway for the weekend! The condo is…read moreclean, well cared for, and feels like your mountain home-away-from-home. It's right on the river, so in the evening you can sit on the back deck and listen to the water - love. Be sure to look for deer footprints in the backyard - that was really neat. The beds are comfy - I ended up in one of the twin beds and slept like a baby! It's blissfully quiet and comfortably warm. The owners have obviously put in a lot of love, it shows and you can feel it when you walk in. Having a full kitchen (totally equipped) was super helpful too. It is dog friendly - remember not to let your poochie out on their own, lots of wildlife around. And clean up after your pooch! We went horseback riding at Elkhorn Stables right around the corner (literally less than a mile!), cruised through RMNP (five minutes away - I forgot my camera lens and we could turn around and go back because it was so close!), enjoyed a flight at Rock Cut Brewery, had the most amazing tacos & margs at Ed's Cantina, and found the most incredible cinnamon rolls right down the road. This is the ideal location to get downtown or get back up to RMNP in no time. You can take the "back entrance" into Rocky Mountain National Park, skipping a lot of the lines to get in. Can't wait to come back!

Absolutely beautiful property, inside and out!!! Extremely comfortable and immaculate…read moreaccommodations. The owners have thought of everything! Great kitchen and grill for making dinner. Comfy beds for a great night's rest. And incredibly relaxing jetted tub! Fabulous backyard access to the river for fishing! Nothing like fresh Rocky Mountain trout for breakfast or dinner. We were so content we almost didn't want to head into town or RMNP, but condo is super convenient to both! Just minutes to grocery store, shopping and restaurants, or to park entrance. Can't wait to visit again!