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New Year's Eve SPECIALS Watch Elk From Deck Private Lake Near Rocky Mountain NP

Family-friendly stay near Rocky Mountain National Park

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16344 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grand Lake, CO
  • Place, Rocky Mountain National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Lake Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Winter Park Ski Resort
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Grand Lake

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Grand Lake cabin, you'll find Colorado River and Kawuneeche Visitor Center. Rocky Mountain National Park and Mount Chapin are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Rocky Mountain National Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Grand Lake Marina - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Lake Granby - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Ski Granby Ranch - 31 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Winter Park Ski Resort - 54 min drive - 71.6 km

Getting around

  • Granby Station - 26 min drive
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Bar And Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sagebrush BBQ & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Miyauchi's Snack Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪One Love Rum Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hub - ‬10 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.

New Year's Eve SPECIALS Watch Elk From Deck Private Lake Near Rocky Mountain NP


Watch elk graze from your deck at this newly rebuilt luxury log cabin, just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. After rising from the ashes of the 2020 East Troublesome Fire, Whispering Pines Lodge returns bigger and better—now sleeping up to 18 guests with exclusive access to a private 22-acre stocked trout lake."

ORGANIZE BY GUEST PRIORITIES:

The Experience:

Private lake access with complimentary boats, bikes & fishing (no license required)
Wildlife viewing: elk, moose, and mule deer frequent the property
130 miles of groomed snowmobile trails start right at your doorstep
Minutes from RMNP hiking trails and Colorado River fishing
The Space:

5 bedrooms across two levels (sleeps 16)
Gourmet kitchen with seating for 16
Premium mattresses in every room
Full laundry facilities
Optional main-level-only rental for smaller groups (ask about discount)
The Location:

Nestled at 8,700 feet between Rocky Mountain National Park & Arapaho National Forest
5 minutes to Grand Lake village
30 minutes to Winter Park skiing
Walking distance to snowmobile/ATV rentals & horseback riding
BOOKING DETAILS:
This property features instant booking with a customized rental agreement sent after confirmation. No smoking, no pets.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 3,700 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

ID required
Please see rental agreement
Our cabin actually can sleep 19 in beds and also have futon that can sleep two more. Please contact owner for more information.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR22-120589

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New Year's Eve SPECIALS Watch Elk From Deck Private Lake Near Rocky Mountain NP Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david b.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a perfect place for families to gather and have a great time. We could not have found a better place and way to enjoy the experience of the Grand lake area and Rocky Mountain National Park. Having the private lake was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very wonderful place to stay for a family.

This cabin was very wonderful to stay for our family while we attended a family reunion. Very peaceful, clean and accommodating. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Mountain Location

Cabin and property was great. Easy access to lake activities and hiking options in Rocky Mountain National Park. Highly recommend this option.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Great space!Very clean and neat.Love watching the moose!So close to Rocky Mountains and Grand Lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Had an amazing girls trip, this cabin is amazing and worked perfectly for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelli b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Place!

We rented this for my dad's 80th birthday celebration. It slept all 16 of us very comfortably. It was an absolutely beautiful cabin. Lots to do around there and at the property. We would highly recommend for any kind of family gathering. The hosts were very accommodating and were very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd stay

We stayed here for our second time and had a great vacay. Came with friends. Plenty of space for everyone and close to activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great house in a awesome setting

We had a wonderful stay. It is a beautiful, comfortable home with a thoroughly stocked kitchen plus lots of extras. We recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Perfect house for our group. Every family had their own room. Location to RMNP and Grand lake was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience in Colorado

Colorado it’s a beautiful place . But staying in the mountains it’s an incredible experience for us, our cabin made it even better on our Christmas trip . Cabin was clean and updated. Thank you corry for sharing your beautiful cabin with us
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Stunning home very well equipped, 5 bedrooms each with their own bathroom. Our family loved the lake, fishing and the boats. Easy access to Grand Lake restaurants and shopping. We will definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand Lake

The cabin was perfect. It was spotless and had everything we needed. It is very close to the park. We highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bijan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home, beautifully furnished

This was an absolute gem of a home, very well appointed for groups large and small. They have everything you could dream of, a d everything is very well labeled. Due to the recent fires, the area is a bit barebones, so that's a bit of a drag, but it's still a very nice area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Denison, IA/Paradise Valley, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer 2024

We absolutely loved our time at this cabin! It was the most beautiful place and very well stocked! They have thought of everything! Plenty of toys for the 6 kids we had! We loved fishing off the doc, kayaking and paddle boating! We went over to the river and the kids had a blast! My kids love the outdoors!! They enjoyed the little park on the property also! We would definitely go back to this place! We had moose walking around several times also! Beds were great! I hated to leave!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

WOW! AMAZING! AWESOME!

This property is absolutely stunning. This was probably the nicest VRBO we have ever stayed in. (We stay in several each year) It was clean and the beds and pillows were comfortable. The listing online is very accurate. The owners were very quick to respond to any questions we had. The kitchen was so well stocked. Everything from utensils, dishes, small appliances, knives, cutting boards, grill tools, were available for use. It was like cooking in my own kitchen at home. The kids used the bikes that were provided. We walked down to the lake, but did not use any of the boats. We enjoyed the outdoor patio furniture and the many hummingbirds. They also left extra hummingbird food already made in the fridge. We filled the feeders once while we were there, not required, but we enjoyed them and wanted to keep them fed. Definitely take time to read the book the owners wrote telling their story about their original cabin and the rebuild after the fire. It's a quick read with lots of pictures. It definitely gave me a real appreciation of the cabin and all the hard work their whole family put into it. I can't say enough about the cabin and the owners, and I would highly recommend this cabin for anyone looking for a great family getaway. The five bedrooms and 5-1/2 bathrooms gives everyone their own privacy and there is plenty of space for a large family to hang out together too. It is also a quick drive into town. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vaca

It was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Family Fun

Whispering Pines Lodge was everything and more that we anticipated! The owners haven’t missed anything that guests might hope for and enjoy while staying at this beautiful property. The kitchen is fully equipped; the decor was very inviting and quite luxurious; (the 5 bedroom suites were what sold me on this property!) the fire pit on the lovely deck; even a turntable to listen to old lps! the access to the lake and paddle boats and canoe; bikes for riding. It was so very suitable for my family! The close access to the Rocky Mountain National Park was a bonus. We can’t thank the McDowells enough for providing this beautiful space for us to enjoy on our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renay H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Beautiful property , love that every room had its own bathroom. Kitchen well stocked, seen moose, bald eagles and caught fish on the pond! Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Cabin

The place is beautiful, it was decorated for the Christmas Holiday! Made our stay even more special!! It really felt like home away from home!! We all loved and enjoyed our stay!! Thank you for the opportunity!!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family thanksgiving

The cabin was amazing. Plenty of room for people to have space as well as enjoy each other’s company. Owners thought of everything you could possibly need to make our stay comfortable and were very easy to communicate with. Views were beautiful and plenty of things to do nearby. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best time!

We absolutely loved staying here! The cabin is beautiful and I loved how the table was big enough for us all to sit and eat and play games! Having the lake right there to enjoy was so convenient. There was always something for everyone to do, and perfect for those who wanted to stay at the cabin with the baby! Loved seeing wildlife especially moose! We also loved being able to go into town within a few minutes for all the fun that grand lake has to offer! The owners are wonderful and so easy to contact! We would absolutely love to visit again in this cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in an amazing area

Very well appointed house. Great layout and plenty of room. The location is fantastic - close to Grand Lake, but on it's own little lake. This area was a definite highlight - they also have a lot of lake oriented equipment and bikes to explore. This is definitely a place we will want to rent again for our family and friends trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome cabin near Rockies National Park

Our family of 16 had an great time at Whispering Pines Cabin! The cabin was clean and had so many amenities. The kitchen was well supplied with any appliance you would every need. They supplied you with every essential item. We enjoyed the kayaks, bikes, kids games and toys. It is an awesome family getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin, Perfect Location!

Everything was just wonderful from check in and communication with Corry to every detail and need taken care of in this gorgeous cabin. It was the perfect secluded location on the same property I used to visit many years ago as a child. So beautiful! Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness

Best equipped kitchen.

We love the area and always see more moose around sun valley lake than rangers in the park. The place is clean, spacious, and has the best equipped kitchen we have ever encountered in a rental.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023