*Discounts for 7+ night stays
***Massive 1600sqft deck with gas firepit, dining areas, lounging areas, etc. added for summer 2025.***
Welcome to Rocky River Retreat, brought to you by Vacation Rental Co. Your serene haven nestled between Grand and Shadow Mountain Lake on the banks of the Colorado River. Immerse yourself in the soothing ambiance of the Colorado River as your backdrop, offering a symphony of nature's melodies throughout your stay.
Scenic Serenity: Unwind in style on one of the largest decks in Grand Lake, designed for both relaxation and entertaining. This brand-new outdoor space features multiple dining areas, a cozy lounging zone, a gas firepit, and a gas grill—perfect for any gathering. A wraparound fence with a safety gate adds peace of mind, while just steps away, your private beach on the Colorado River awaits, complete with a picnic table for riverside meals. Inside, large windows frame stunning views of the river, where osprey, hawks, and eagles often soar overhead, adding to the serene, natural beauty.
Comfortable Accommodations: Thoughtfully curated for your comfort, each of the 4 bedrooms (3 Kings & a loft bedroom with a twin & full bed) features plush beds, cozy furniture, most have HDTV's and ample storage space. The downstairs bedroom boasts an ensuite bathroom, while the well-equipped kitchen offers extra amenities like an air fryer and blender for culinary adventures.
Work & Play: Ideal for digital nomads, the upstairs office area provides a productive workspace with a desk, monitor, office chair & 200+Mbps high-speed WiFi. The heated garage-turned-gameroom offers entertainment with foosball, ping-pong, corn hole, board & card games. Bring your kayaks & canoes to launch on Shadow Mountain Lake, at Pine Beach, just a 5 minute walk from the cabin.
Nearby Attractions: Discover the natural splendor of Grand Lakes multiple natural lakes & Rocky Mountain National Park. Indulge in golfing at award-winning courses or explore the vast hiking, biking, and water sports opportunities nearby. Shop and dine in Downtown Grand Lake, only a 5 minute drive from our cabin.
Important Details: Please note that this rental does not have air conditioning and is not pet-friendly. The backyard overlooking the Colorado River may not be suitable for young children due to the high flows of the river at times.
Experience the beauty and tranquility of Rocky River Retreat – book now for an unforgettable mountain escape! 🏞️🏡✨
HOUSE ARRANGEMENT – No stairs from parking area to enter home
Ground Level:
Kitchen – Electric cooktop
Dining Room – Table for 6, Additional seating at breakfast bar
Living Room – Wood burning stove, HDTV
Shared Bathroom 3 – Shower, sink, toilet
Bedroom 1 – King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom 1 (Shower, sink, toilet)
Private Washer & Dryer
Garage – Heated Gameroom with Ping Pong, Foosball, Corn Hole, Board & Card games.
Deck access
Upper Level: Full flight of stairs up from ground level
Bedroom 2 – King Bed, Lounging Chair, HDTV, Private Vanity & Sink
Shared Bathroom 2 – Shower & toilet
Bedroom 3 – King Bed, Private Vanity & Sink
Loft Bedroom 4 – Twin & Double Bed (Loft is open to the kitchen)
Office – Desk, Office Chair, Monitor
Location & Transportation
-- Ski Lifts: 17 miles to Ski Granby Ranch; 33 miles to Winter Park Resort
-- Lake Access: ½ mile to Pine Beach Picnic area; 1.4 miles to Green Ridge Boat Launch-- --- Town: 3 miles to Downtown Grand Lake; 12 miles to Granby
-- Rocky Mountain National Park – 10 minute drive to the West Entrance
Arrival, Access & Parking
-- Accessing the property – No stairs from parking area to enter the home on the main level. A full flight of stairs from the main level to the upper level
-- Parking – 3 larger vehicles or 4 smaller vehicles will fit in parking area. Trailers are allowed. Please reach out to VRC prior to booking to make sure your particular trailer will fit in the driveway.
-- Though just off a main road, driving in winter in the mountains, one should always be prepared with 4WD or AWD and/or chains. Due to the mountainous nature of Grand Lake, there is quite a bit of snow in the winter and generally hilly driving conditions.
Amenities
-- Huge outdoor deck with dining & lounging areas
-- Riverfront location with private beach
-- Fishing on the property (catch and release)
-- Gas grill connected to the house
-- Outdoor dining area & lounging chairs
-- Game room with foosball, ping pong & darts
-- Well stocked kitchen
-- Dedicated workspace with monitor
-- 5 minute walk to Shadow Mountain Lake – Pine Beach
** Please note -- We know accidents may happen. We charge a required non-refundable fee to cover any small damages and wear and tear that may have occurred during your stay. Damages caused by gross negligence or violation of the house rules are not covered by this fee. This fee will be charged through our Guest Experience software Enso Connect. You'll receive a text message and an email with your link where you can enter your details to confirm your booking.
STR Permit #112613
-- Minimum age to book: 28. All guests must be above 28 unless they are children of the booking party.
-- Cancellation policies for 30+ night rentals are custom per booking depending on the length of stay. A security deposit and a long term rental agreement are required for 30+ night stays. Approval required before booking. Please reach out prior to booking with any questions.
-- Security deposits and a long term rental agreement are required for 30+ night stays. Please reach out prior to booking with any questions.
HOUSE RULES
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS - Zero tolerance policy for parties. $1,000 fee if the police visit our home due to a neighborhood complaint.
MINIMUM AGE - Every adult within the rental party must meet a minimum age requirement of 28 years, except when the guest(s) under the age of 28 are the offspring (son, daughter), nephew, niece, or are directly related by blood to one of the other adult members in the group. If your group includes any adults below the age of 28, please reach out to us for potential approval before booking. Age verification will be conducted through our ID verification process after your booking is confirmed.
NO SMOKING - Absolutely NO smoking or vaping of any substance in the property, in the garage (if applicable) or within 10 feet of a doorway. If smoke is detected or signs of smoking, there will be a $1000 FINE. No exceptions. If you smoke outside, please extinguish cigarette thoroughly and place the butt in a can or bottle. Do not flick onto the property (wildfires are a serious problem here).
NO PETS - No Emotional Support Animals are allowed, whether inside the home or on the premises. Please note that under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), emotional support animals do not qualify as Service Animals. If you possess a legitimate service animal, please inform us about your service animal as soon as your booking is confirmed so that we can make reasonable accommodations. Per Airbnb policy, no animal (support or ESA) is allowed to be left alone at the home without prior approval.
OCCUPANCY - Please do not attempt to bring more guest into the home than are reserved. Our town has strict STR regulations. These regulations restrict the number of persons allowed in a short-term rental based on parking, square footage of the home, and sewer/septic size. Bringing additional non-booked guests into the home could result in a cancellation of your booking without refund.
NOISE - We respectfully ask that you respect quiet hours for the home or complex.
LATE CHECKOUT - Checkout is 10am. If housekeeping arrives after checkout and the guest has not vacated the home, the guest will be charged for housekeeping’s time until they have vacated the home. This fee does not award the guest possession of the home after checkout.
FURNITURE - Don’t rearrange the furniture. Guests will be charged for any scratches on the floor due to the dragging around of furniture.
RESPECT OUR HOME - No shoes inside the house. This is our home, not a hotel, please be respectful of our property & our things. Excessive cleaning will result in an additional fee for the guest.
PARKING - Each property has an established maximum vehicle allotment. Vacation Rental Co has no control over other HOA management parking restrictions. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the guest to know their property's vehicle allotment and display the given parking permit (if applicable) as instructed at check-in.
DAMAGE - Report any breakages or damage when they occur. The sooner we know the quicker we can fix it.
POOLS & HOT TUBS - if advertised as part of a property, some are seasonal and sometimes closed. If advertised, please inquire to confirm whether these amenities will be open and available for use during your stay.
KEYS – There will be a fee to guests for lost keys or parking passes. Please leave those items as directed in your arrival instructions.
SIGNING RENTAL AGREEMENT – All guests are required to sign the separate standard VRC rental agreement for stays of less than 30 nights. This will be emailed to all guests as soon as they book. For stays of longer than 30 nights, VRC will email a different, long term rental agreement, since VRC doesn’t abide by Airbnb’s long term cancellation policy. Please inquire about our long term cancellation policy prior to booking.
