Idlewilde by the River puts you within a 10-minute drive of Rocky Mountain National Park and Historic Estes Park. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Conveniences such as kitchens are in all cabins, along with LED TVs and DVD players.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Free parking
Free WiFi
Child-friendly activities
Main amenities (4)
13 cabins
Picnic area
Charcoal grills
Playground
Feel at home (6)
Playground on-site
Kitchen
Television
Coffee/tea maker
Chargoal grill(s)
Free self-parking
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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
2 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Traditional Cabin, Resort View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
1 bedroom
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Traditional Cabin, River View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
1 bedroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
2 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
2 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, River View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
2 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Cabin, Multiple Beds, River View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Microwave
3 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 8
4 Queen Beds
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Cabin, Multiple Beds, River View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
3 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds
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Traditional Cabin, Multiple Beds, Resort View
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
2 bedrooms
Resort view
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds
Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
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Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
2 bedrooms
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Cabin, River View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
1 bedroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Traditional Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, River View
Highlights
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
1 bedroom
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Beaver Meadows Entrance Station - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Historic Estes Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
The Stanley Hotel - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Coffee on the Rocks - 4 min drive
Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - 3 min drive
The Barrel - 5 min drive
Rock Cut Brewing Company - 6 min drive
Himalayan Curry & Kebob - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Idlewilde by the River
Idlewilde by the River puts you within a 10-minute drive of Rocky Mountain National Park and Historic Estes Park. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Conveniences such as kitchens are in all cabins, along with LED TVs and DVD players.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Property size
13 cabins
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
PETS
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
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Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)
Family friendly
Playground
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Toaster
Paper towels
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Shower
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Soap
Entertainment
LED TV with cable service
DVD player
Games
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grills
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lifts
Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
13 on-site accessible parking spaces
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Services and conveniences
No housekeeping
Location highlights
In the mountains
In a national park
Things to do
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
13 rooms
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 200 per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: USD 99 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Idlewilde by the River Cabin Estes Park
Idlewilde by the River Cabin
Idlewilde by the River Estes Park
Idlewilde by the River Cabin
Idlewilde by the River Estes Park
Idlewilde by the River Cabin Estes Park
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Idlewilde by the River?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Idlewilde by the River?
Yes, there's free self parking. On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Idlewilde by the River?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Idlewilde by the River and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing and horse riding. Idlewilde by the River also has a picnic area.
Does Idlewilde by the River have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster and cookware.
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Idlewilde by the River Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2025
Very nice cabin, right on the river.
Kyle
Kyle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Jun 2025
We had an amazing stay here! Was very peaceful.
Clara
Clara, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 May 2025
Awesone setting, very quaint & quiet.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 May 2025
Had an excellent stay. No complaints!
Kal
Kal, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Very nice place Really enjoyed sitting by the river after a long day of hiking. The hot tub was also nice to relax in after a long day of hiking
Water pressure was low.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 May 2025
It was do cute right next to the river.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Jun 2025
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.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
8 Jul 2025
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
Derek
Derek, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Jun 2025
Very beautiful location. Only issue was the water leaks. Other than it was nice trip
pranali
pranali, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Jul 2025
Nice place. Eazy access. Peaceful to sit by the river. Beds were comfortable. Water pressure was low in the shower.
Eazy parking. Hot tub was clear and clean and hot. As it should be. Kitchen was adequate. Low on coffee hi on teas.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2024
This cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. It was right next to the river perfect for relaxing.
Esmeralda
Esmeralda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Oct 2024
Get to relax while having a good time.
jose
jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Sep 2022
Great Stay will Stay again
Owner and host was so kind and setting us up.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
10 May 2025
Everything was graat until it was uncomfortable to shower upstairs since it begain leaking water on the first floor
Gustavo
Gustavo, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Aug 2024
Nature at its best!
Very easy to get in and out. Loved the location, river and cabin. Try to get one by the river.
Marguerite
Marguerite, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Aug 2022
We loved this spot! Communication with management was great; cabin was clean and equipped. Being "by the river" was the selling point for us and we were not disappointed in any category!
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Sep 2023
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!
Danielle
Danielle, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Aug 2022
Everythings excellent!!
Lilian
Lilian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 May 2020
Amazing
Amazing
Joe
Joe, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Oct 2023
More outside seating, Our chairs were gone every time we went out.
Mary
Mary, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
16 Jul 2022
The shower was too small.
Nancy Diane Kent
Nancy Diane Kent, 5-night trip
6/10 Okay
23 Oct 2023
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.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 May 2025
Everything was great
Maria V
Maria V, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Aug 2024
Karla
Karla, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jul 2024
My husband and I had a wonderful time sipping wine by the river and relaxing.