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A log cabin with a porch and a large elk standing in front. - Idlewilde by the River (Estes Park)
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading to another room. - Idlewilde by the River (Estes Park)
A wooden interior with a painting of a deer, a sign with the word 'KEYS', a black leather sofa, and a television. - Idlewilde by the River (Estes Park)
A wooden bear sculpture on a tree stump by a flowing river, surrounded by dense forest and a clear blue sky. - Idlewilde by the River (Estes Park)
A lodge named Idlewilde with a sign in front, surrounded by tall pine trees and a clear sky. - Idlewilde by the River (Estes Park)
Idlewilde by the River provides amenities like a firepit and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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A wooden bench overlooking a river with a view of a forested hillside.

Panoramic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A picnic area with wooden benches and picnic tables, surrounded by trees and a natural landscape.

Traditional Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A wooden interior with a door leading outside, two leather chairs, a framed welcome sign, and a framed moose picture.

Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A log cabin with a porch, a small deck, and a mailbox.

Traditional Cabin, Multiple Beds, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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A wooden cabin with a porch, wooden benches, and a view of a forested area.

Cabin, Multiple Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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A wooden cabin with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

Cabin, Multiple Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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A wooded area with a wooden structure, a grill, and a sign.

Cabin, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a large window overlooking a picnic area with a wooden bench and picnic tables.

Traditional Cabin, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A log cabin interior with a wooden chair, a wooden table, and a bench.

Traditional Cabin, Resort View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior and large windows, surrounded by a grassy area with picnic tables and a barbecue grill.

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A wooden deck with a grill and a bench overlooking a river, surrounded by trees.

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A wooden deck with a grill, overlooking a river and forested area.

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A campground with picnic tables, a grill, and a wooden deck overlooking a forested area.

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Estes Park, Idlewilde by the River is in the mountains and in a national park. The Stanley Hotel and Backbone Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Labyrinth and Tiny Town Miniature Golf. Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Wild Basin Area are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Estes Park travel guide
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2282 CO-66, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • A calm lake reflecting mountains and a small town with houses and trees.
    Historic Estes Park
    5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • A large white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
    The Stanley Hotel
    7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • The Labyrinth
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Murphey's Mountain Park
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Moraine Park Museum
    9 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Coffee on the Rocks
    4 min drive
  • YMCA: Aspen Dining Hall
    3 min drive
  • Bogey’s
    5 min drive
  • Penelope's Old Time Burgers
    7 min drive
  • Inkwell & Brew
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • LED TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 13 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 13 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Idlewilde by the River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Idlewilde by the River?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Idlewilde by the River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idlewilde by the River located?

Situated in a national park, this cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Labyrinth, Moraine Park Museum, and Murphey's Mountain Park. Beaver Meadows Visitor Center and Backbone Adventures are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Idlewilde by the River Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the river location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved how the cabin was close to the river. We read our books, enjoyed the porch swing and put our toes in the river water. It was a relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spring

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This cute little cabin was extremely clean, and cozy. However, if you have a 6’4 husband like mine the bathroom shower entrance is a little small, but totally okay. Just maybe worth mentioning to future tall guests, doorways are slightly shorter than average. But definitely not a deal breaker. The river out the front door was the absolute topper.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was absolutely beautiful and the location was perfect for visiting RMNP (minutes from the entrance) while still being close to Estes park for shopping and dinner (10 min drive). The proximity to the river had our cabin echoing with the sweet sound of running water. The shower only had hot water for 10 minutes before it ran out, so we couldn’t even both enjoy a hot shower after hiking. The drain in the shower was also super slow which had us standing in cold murky water. The hot water hadn’t even replenished by the morning for my partner to take a nice shower. The heater in the cabin made a loud banging sound that sounded like someone was trampling into our cabin every time in turned on and off, so it kept waking us up through the night on a slightly uncomfortable mattress. The location and cabin itself was amazing, but a few key items we needed like hot showers and good rest were missing from our stay. Outlets in the bathroom were pretty sketchy with no ground/GFCI as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was do cute right next to the river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. It was right next to the river perfect for relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin on the river. 3 br Linger Longer cabin was Older but awesome had all you need and more. Check-in and out was superb.
Linger L
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pranali

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful location. Only issue was the water leaks. Other than it was nice trip
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The cabin is a lovely set up with everything you can need. The view is beautiful in the back. Only thing is the screen on the back porch had holes and a burner on the stove doesn't work correctly but everything else was amazing and friendly environment
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My husband and I had a wonderful time sipping wine by the river and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Love it!

This was an awesome place to stay. The property was peaceful, excellent location and the couple running the business was accommodating. We will be back!
Cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nature at its best!

Very easy to get in and out. Loved the location, river and cabin. Try to get one by the river.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We stayed in the two bedroom Aloha cabin. We parked right next to our cabin and had easy access (just a couple of steps) up to our front screened in porch. The porch swing was so comfortable and overlooked the running river right outside. Once inside the dining room table with two bench seats provided adequate space for us to eat and play games. The kitchen provided a small door style fridge/freezer which was the perfect size for the two of us. The kitchen had everything we needed (microwave, stove, coffee maker, coffee pod maker, toaster, oven, knives, utensils, cups, and plates). There were also paper towels, soap, and a kitchen towel. The kitchen stove also had a small hood that we used the light on as a nightlight. The living room area was a good size with a couch, a loveseat, a coffee table with coasters, a tv, and some games. There is also a good size closet with hangers, a fan, extra pillows, and blankets. Our suitcases fit in the closet even with our clothes hanging up and our shoes out. The bedrooms were both a decent size with a queen bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror. There was also an extension cord in each room for our phone chargers to plug into. This cabin had everything we needed. We loved listening to and looking at the river. It was beautiful and peaceful. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great Atmosphere and comfort

My cabin was about two feet from the roaring Big Thompson river. That was so cool. Can't imagine if the river was higher. Crazy. At first you think, wow that river is loud, but it lulls you to sleep right away. Everything was comfortable, maybe a little worn, but it was great. A bit expensive too. But the porch swing on the river was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Good But Not Perfect

Overall it was a wonderful location and the cabin was comfortable. The biggest complaint is that it was advertised as having cable in the room and wifi available, but the cable was not working and the wifi was so poor that it was essentially non-functional. I wouldn’t have minded if it was advertised that way, but we booked and made plans assuming there would be functional cable and internet. I tried calling the number given but there was no answer. It wasn’t an emergency so it wasn’t something worth pursuing but it was an annoyance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROSE ELLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Just what I was looking for -a beautiful cabin setting within feet from the Big Thompson River. Cabin was updated including a fully equipped kitchen and our own gas grill and Cornhole Game. Very peaceful, relaxing area with a community hot tub. Convenient fly fishing area just feet from your front door! A happy visitor (camper)!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kealy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved the creek next to the cabin. The cabin was adorable and the screened in porch with swing was awesome! Property was clean and well kept. Enjoyed picnic tables, chairs and corn hole outside cabin near the creek. .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Nice quite cabin. It was clean and had all the essentials that you need. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I would stay at this property again! Very nice place right off the river!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gidget

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was quiet and there were several things to do for all areas of interest
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was such a perfect get-a-way! We have stayed here before and love it!! We’re bringing a group of 16 next time!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely love this entire property! I’ve stayed several times and have never been disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great little cabin on the river!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolean

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was a lovely cabin! Fridge could have been full size, but everything about it was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026