Cabin

Simple mountain cabin on the banks of the mighty Saint Vrain Creek

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Property grounds
Lots of glass overlooking the creek.
The Middle Saint Vrain just below the cabin.
View from the driveway
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Lyons, CO
  • Wild Basin Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Bear Lake Trailhead
    ‪62 min drive‬
  • Boulder, CO (WBU-Boulder Municipal)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Simple mountain cabin on the banks of the mighty Saint Vrain Creek

The Autumn season is on and the aspens are turning shades of gold and copper as the stream is calming to a gentle fall flow. Enjoy crisp mornings with hot coffee on the riverside patio and glorious afternoons.

This simple, quiet mountain getaway is a non-smoking creek side cabin located at 8500 feet in Peaceful Valley, on the Middle Saint Vrain Creek. Two bedrooms, plus a queen futon in the living room, one bath and a wood burning fireplace stove. Through the large windows you'll enjoy lovely views of the valley ridges, the forest, the Saint Vrain, and the wildlife it attracts. The aspen shaded stream-side patio surrounds you in a natural environment. Located just up the road from the Peaceful Valley's beautiful Chapel on the mountain overlooking the Valley. You’ll have easy access to hiking, skiing, fishing, biking, and relaxing in and around the Peaceful Valley and Camp Dick campgrounds. Enjoy nearby communities of Nederland, Lyons, and Estes Park, gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and walk to the Roosevelt National Forest. Whether you're planning a simple retreat or a romantic getaway for two you'll have memorable days and incredibly starry or moonlit nights. You can get active in the great outdoors or relax to the sound of the creek as it passes by two sides of this cozy mountain retreat. Although there is Wi-Fi, this is a lovely place to unplug and enjoy the natural moment. This is a Verizon valley! No reception other than Wi-Fi for the rest!

Property manager

Charlie Wright
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Water view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR-23-0022

About the area

Lyons

Located in Lyons, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Rocky Mountain National Park and Minnie Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Foothills Community Park and Carousel of Happiness. Dakota Ridge Park and Foothills Community Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lyons, CO

What's nearby

  • Wild Basin Area - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 37 min drive - 38.1 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 38 min drive - 38.3 km
  • University of Colorado Boulder - 45 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Bear Lake Trailhead - 62 min drive - 54.2 km

Getting around

  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamestown Mercantile - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rock Creek Tavern & Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Millsite Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tapestry of Life Coffee - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple mountain cabin on the banks of the mighty Saint Vrain Creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Simple mountain cabin on the banks of the mighty Saint Vrain Creek?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Simple mountain cabin on the banks of the mighty Saint Vrain Creek?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Simple mountain cabin on the banks of the mighty Saint Vrain Creek located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Beaver Reservoir Trailhead and within 9 miles (15 km) of Minnie Lake and Duck Lake. Longs Peak and Wild Basin Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Great stay

Charlie was the perfect host. He met us there and gave us a tour and tips about the area. We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Amazing mountain cabin hideaway

Charlie’s place is amazing, peaceful, beautiful and exactly as described. Charlie makes the stay easy, and we plan to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna Marie S.

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

Thanks Charlie!

A wonderful stay! Picturesque, enjoyed hiking, enjoyed cooking our own meals, fantastic creekside location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

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

Excellent location

We thoroughly enjoyed this place especially the patio that overlooks the mountain stream and the many hummingbirds that visit the feeders. This place is a real mountain retreat while still close to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max S.

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

Awesome place, great host

Amazing place that is so cozy and peaceful, Charlie was awesome and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Cozy Getaway

This was a delightful place to be -- away from everything. We enjoyed unwinding and the beautiful surroundings. Charlie was a warm and responsive host. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Excellent

Had a great time at Charlie’s place with my dad! I highly recommend! Great location with excellent hiking nearby! Thanks, Charlie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa R.

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

Peaceful Valley Cabin

Charlie’s cabin was exactly what we were looking for. It is a simple and peaceful place to relax in the mountains along the Saint Vrain. The cabin is one of the cleanest, and Charlie was very attentive and helpful with any issues that arose. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Was a fun visit

Had a great time sitting by the creek... lots of hiking nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Awesome little cabin

Had a wonderful stay at the simple cabin. So quiet and peacefull. The sound of the rushing creek is amazing. Awesome hikes close by. Even caught a few cut throat trout from the creek.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy A.

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

A little slice of paradise

The beauty and sound of the river flowing beside the cabin was mesmerizing and so relaxing! The perfect location as we were in easy driving distance of Estes park and took advantage of several hiking opportunities. It's not everyday that you can walk down a city street/golf course and see a herd of Elk walking by! We loved this place! Charlie was an excellent host!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Great experience

It was the perfect cabin for us. The owner was great. We would stay again if we were in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

This place has it all!!

Charlie had everything covered and then some!! The cabin is clean and very comfortable. The location can’t be beat!!! Crack the windows and the music of the water will fill your rooms. You won’t have to go far to find wildlife or hiking spots! I could go on forever. We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindq F.

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

Vacation 2023

We had a wonderful stay at Charlie's cabin. The cabin was right on creek which we had a wonderful view. Would definetly come back to stay at Charlie's cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cabin on the Middle St. Vrain

Cozy peaceful creek side cabin. We would definitely rent this cabin again. The owner Charlie is a pleasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Stayed here with the family July 2023

Everything was great! Right on the St. Vrain river. Beautiful location, Cabin was clean and Charlie was a wonderful, helpful host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

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

Great cabin on beautiful rushing river

It was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The best part was the good size patio right on the rushing rapids of Middle St Vrain river. Lots of bird watching too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

LISA S.

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

Cabin on the creek

Beautiful property loved sitting by the creek, so relaxing The kitchen was very well equipped. Bedrooms were a nice size. Highly recommend Charlie the owner was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad K., Omaha

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

True Peaceful Valley

This was our second year here and it was just as peaceful and quaint as we remember. The river behind the cabin is the perfect place to be immersed in nature and be away from all of the busyness of Estes Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Macheala S., Hiawatha United States

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

Amazing Stay

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Charlie’s house. We loved to sit on the patio early morning and drink our coffee listening to the creek. Charlie made everything super easy for us! We can’t wait until next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

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

Peaceful Valley for a reason

Wonderful, rustic cabin, right on the creek in Peaceful Valley, away from the hustle and bustle of Estes Park but still close to RMNP. Host is wonderful and accommodating; can’t say enough good things. Very peaceful getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Anniversary getaway

Love the area, love the cabin, we thoroughly enjoyed the stay. We saw moose on the property as well. Easy access to Estes park, Boulder and Longmont. Would recommend this property. Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad K., Omaha

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

Quiet and peaceful

It’s was a lovely stay. A true cabin in the woods. The River out back along with the patio makes for a peaceful place for rest. This has been our favorite place in the Rockies and we will be looking to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing and convenient to RMNP

We enjoyed the quiet time sitting along the creek along the proprty. The cabin was very close to the Wild Basin area and close enough to Estes Park to enjoy RMNP/Bear Lake property. This place was perfect for a private getaway in the woods with convenient access to nearby points of interest. I would definitely stay here again if I return to the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Wonderful Hideaway

It has not been 48 hours since we left the cabin and I am longing to return. You are completely away from city life in a rural environment in the Rockies. We have photos of hummingbirds at feeders outside the kitchen window, the Middle St Vrain River rushing past the cabin, we loved the smell of pine, and the sounds of a variety of birds. The host is an exceptionally nice man who loves the environment and knows the area well.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Charlie Wright

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I've been enjoying this lovely slice of paradise for more than 50 years first as a guest and more recently as a resident. Now I am privileged to share the experience with friends new and old from all across the country and several other nations. I hope your experience here will be as delightful as mine.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests