Alpenhut • Romantic Cabin + Private Hot Tub

Entire cabin in Estes Park, Colorado

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Thomas
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

This home is one of the highest ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

In Estes Park, near the Rockies

A mountain cabin near Rocky Mountain National Park, with Spruce Lake about a 15-min walk away

Private year-round hot tub

A private hot tub available year-round, tucked into a fenced backyard with mountain views

Spotless, across dozens of reviews

Guests have given this cabin top marks across 64 reviews, with cleanliness rated at a perfect score
Escape to a peaceful adults-only mountain retreat where elk and deer roam nearby, stars light the night sky, and your private hot tub awaits after an unforgettable day in Rocky Mountain National Park.

The space
* Wake to elk, mule deer, birds, and crisp mountain air.
* Relax in your private hot tub beneath Colorado’s brilliant star-filled skies.
* Peaceful adults-only retreat created exclusively for couples.
* Just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes Park.
* Thoughtfully owner-hosted with exceptional cleanliness and personalized hospitality.

Guest access
Alpenhut is your private mountain retreat. Enjoy exclusive access to your cabin, private hot tub, designated parking, and peaceful outdoor living spaces—all just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes Park.

Other things to note
A Few Helpful Things To Know Before You Book

• Alpenhut is a peaceful mountain retreat created exclusively for two adults (21+). Children, pets, visitors, parties, and events are not permitted.

• Rocky Mountain National Park is just minutes away. Depending on the season, timed-entry reservations may be required for certain areas. We recommend checking current park requirements before your visit.

• Wildlife is one of the highlights of staying at Alpenhut. Elk, mule deer, hummingbirds, and many other species are frequently seen on or near the property. Black bears and other wildlife occasionally pass through the area as well. Please enjoy all wildlife from a safe distance and never feed or approach wild animals.

• To preserve our exceptionally clean cabins, fresh mountain air, and peaceful atmosphere, smoking or vaping of any substance is not permitted anywhere on the property, indoors or outdoors.

• Our family lives on-site and is available if you need assistance. Our friendly Scottish Terriers live in a separate fenced area near the lodge and are never permitted in or around the guest cabin area. You may occasionally see or briefly hear them welcoming guests as they arrive or depart.

• Celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, birthday, proposal, or other special occasion? Let us know before you arrive—we’re always happy to help make your stay even more memorable.

• We’re always happy to share our favorite local recommendations for scenic drives, hiking trails, wildlife viewing, restaurants, special celebrations, and hidden gems to help make your Estes Park getaway truly memorable. ❤️

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Mountain view
Wifi
Free driveway parking on premises – 1 space
Private hot tub - available all year, open 24 hours
43 inch HDTV with HBO Max, Netflix, Roku, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV

Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 1,012 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is in the top 1% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 98% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 2% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Estes Park, Colorado, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Alpenhut is tucked into a peaceful mountain setting in Estes Park, close to both Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown. It’s an ideal home base for couples who want to experience the beauty of the Rockies while still being convenient to restaurants, shops and local attractions.

Wildlife is part of everyday life here. Elk, deer, wild turkeys and other mountain wildlife are frequently seen throughout the area, sometimes right outside the cabin. Please enjoy them from a safe and respectful distance.

Rocky Mountain National Park offers spectacular hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic drives and unforgettable mountain landscapes throughout the year. Trail Ridge Road provides extraordinary high-country scenery when seasonally open, while lower-elevation areas of the park offer beautiful experiences in every season.

Downtown Estes Park offers locally owned restaurants, shops, galleries and the Riverwalk—perfect for spending an afternoon or evening together before returning to Alpenhut.

Back at the cabin, slow things down. Relax together in your private hot tub, watch for wildlife, enjoy the mountain air and look up after dark for some of the beautiful stargazing that makes this setting so special.

Alpenhut is designed as a quiet romantic retreat for one adult couple—a comfortable place to experience Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park together.

Meet your host

Superhost
1,904 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Born in the 50s
My work: Hospitality
Tom & Janet are the welcoming hosts of Alpenharbor, Estes Park’s oldest, smallest, continuously operating lodge and cabin operation founded in 1917. With more than 70 years of combined hospitality experience, they take pride in creating warm, relaxing mountain getaways near the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Guests enjoy cozy accommodations, private hot tubs, a variety of wildlife, scenic Continental Divide views, and the kind of personal hospitality only owner-hosts can provide.

Thomas is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Celia

Host details

Response rate: 90%
Responds within an hour
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