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 like WiFi and self parking. Conveniences like kitchens are in all cabins, along with LED TVs and DVD players.
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
YMCA: Aspen Dining Hall - 3 min drive
Full Throttle Distillery - 7 min drive
Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Brew - 3 min drive
Penelope's Old Time Burgers - 7 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 like WiFi and self parking. Conveniences like kitchens are in all cabins, along with LED TVs and DVD players.
At a glance
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Property size
13 cabins
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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 onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Family friendly
Playground
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Paper towels
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Shower
Shampoo
Soap
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Entertainment
LED TV with cable service
DVD player
Games
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
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.
No elevators
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
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated 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 check-out. 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 elevators.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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. Onsite 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 check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Idlewilde by the River and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and horseback 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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Reviews
Idlewilde by the River Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.8
Eco-friendliness
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
We had an amazing stay here! Was very peaceful.
Clara
Clara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Awesone setting, very quaint & quiet.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Had an excellent stay. No complaints!
Kal
Kal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
It was do cute right next to the river.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Very beautiful location. Only issue was the water leaks. Other than it was nice trip
pranali
pranali, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 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 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Great for RMNP visits.
Stayed in #2 Hummingbird. Plenty of space for family of 4. Perfect outside of town landing point when visiting RMNP. No view of river from this particular cabin, but plenty of spots by the river to relax. Pros: clean, convenient to town and RMNP. Nice porch to sip coffee on a cool morning. Cons: Shower is short and small, had to bend down to get my head wet. Not a big deal, just an annoyance.
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Get to relax while having a good time.
jose
jose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
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.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2022
Great Stay will Stay again
Owner and host was so kind and setting us up.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 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 Exceptional
Aug 5, 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
6/10 Good
May 10, 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 Exceptional
Sep 9, 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 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2022
Everythings excellent!!
Lilian
Lilian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2020
Amazing
Amazing
Joe
Joe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2023
More outside seating, Our chairs were gone every time we went out.
Mary
Mary, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 16, 2022
The shower was too small.
Nancy Diane Kent
Nancy Diane Kent, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 23, 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 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Tamara
Tamara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Everything was great
Maria V
Maria V, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Karla
Karla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
My husband and I had a wonderful time sipping wine by the river and relaxing.