Bedroom 1
Upstairs1 king bed
Access to a newly updated full bathroom; vaulted ceilings.
Near Rollinsville · Between Nederland & Black Hawk, Colorado
A quiet refuge in the Colorado pines.
An authentic Colorado cabin escape on four private acres of forest. Wake to the forest, ski Eldora by ten, and gather at the firepit under a sky full of stars.
4.97 · 217 reviews · Guest Favorite · Superhost
- Sleeps 6
- 3 bedrooms · 5 beds
- 2 full baths
- ~1,500 sq ft
- 4 private acres
- 4.97★ · 217 reviews
The Cabin
Your own hidden valley in the high country.
Tucked into the pines near Rollinsville, between Nederland and Black Hawk, Rivendell is a 1,500 sq ft mountain cabin on four private acres. A wraparound deck, a private trail to a hidden quarry overlook, and easy reach to hiking, skiing, and historic mountain towns make it a year-round basecamp for the Colorado high country.
Vaulted ceilings and big windows pull the forest inside; a wood-burning stove and a fully equipped kitchen make it just as easy to settle in for a snowy week as a summer weekend. Whatever the season, the deck and the private trail are yours alone.
- Wraparound deck
- Propane firepit (when fire bans allow)
- Private trail to a hidden quarry overlook
- Wood-burning stove
- Satellite Wi-Fi
- Multiple dedicated workspaces
- Self check-in (smart lock)
- 4 private wooded acres
Gallery
Take the tour.
From the wraparound deck to the wood stove and the trail out back — here's the cabin in every season.
The space & layout
Room for six, comfortably.
Three bedrooms across two levels, two full baths, and flexible sleeping for families, friends, or a remote-work week.
Bedroom 2
UpstairsFull-over-twin bunk bed
Opens onto a private deck — good for morning coffee or stargazing.
Bedroom 3
Main levelTwin daybed + twin trundle
Flexible setup: bed plus a dedicated desk, or two twin beds. Trundle rises to standard bed height.
Main-level bath
Full bathroom with shower/tub combination.
Upstairs bath
Newly updated full bathroom off the king bedroom.
What's included
Indoor
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Dining table seats 6
- Single-serve + drip coffee makers
- Blender and full cookware
- Smart TV with soundbar
- Blu-ray / DVD player with surround sound
- Wood-burning stove
- Vaulted ceilings and large windows
- Indoor scavenger hunt
Outdoor
- Wraparound deck
- Private upstairs deck
- Propane firepit
- Large grill
- Cornhole
- Mountain and valley views
- Private hiking trail to quarry overlook
- Wildlife watching from the deck
Work & connectivity
- Satellite Wi-Fi (suitable for work and streaming)
- Dedicated desks / workspaces
- Wi-Fi calling recommended (cell service limited)
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The Area
A basecamp for the high country.
Tucked between Nederland and Black Hawk, Rivendell puts the best of the Front Range within easy reach — alpine trails, the closest skiing, historic mining towns, and an hour to downtown Denver.
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Eldora Mountain
~15 minSkiing & winter
The closest skiing — a friendly Front Range mountain with terrain for all levels, just up the road. Great for a quick ski day without the I-70 grind.
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Hessie Trailhead (Lost Lake)
~20 minHiking & nature
A gateway to waterfalls, wildflowers, and the popular Lost Lake hike. Arrive early for parking or use the Nederland shuttle in summer.
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Brainard Lake Recreation Area
~35 minHiking & nature
Alpine lakes beneath the Indian Peaks. Stunning in summer wildflower season and again when the aspens turn. Timed entry applies in summer.
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Golden Gate Canyon State Park
~30 minHiking & nature
A big network of trails through forest and meadow, with fishing and some of the best fall-aspen color near the Front Range.
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Carousel of Happiness
~10 minTowns & culture
A beloved, hand-carved carousel in downtown Nederland with a heartwarming backstory. A favorite stop with kids — and adults.
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Central City / Black Hawk Historic District
~25 minTowns & culture
Walkable mining-era streets and ghost-town history in two of Colorado's most storied gold-rush towns.
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Monarch Casino Resort Spa
~25 minTowns & culture
Black Hawk's casinos for an evening out — gaming, fine dining, a buffet, and a spa, all about half an hour down the mountain.
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Mighty Argo Cable Car
~40 minMusic & day trips
A scenic gondola and gold-mining history in Idaho Springs — a newer attraction with big views and a mountain-bike trail system.
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Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
~1 hrMusic & day trips
The world-famous concert venue carved into red sandstone. Catch a show, or visit free by day to hike and explore the park.
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Pearl Street Mall (Boulder)
~35 minMusic & day trips
Boulder's pedestrian heart — independent shops, restaurants with patios, street performers, and easy access to CU Boulder events.
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Guest reviews
4.97
217 reviews
Guest Favorite Top 10% of homes Superhost
- Cleanliness
- 4.9
- Accuracy
- 4.9
- Check-in
- 5
- Communication
- 5
- Location
- 5
- Value
- 4.8
“We woke up to a moose in the meadow and spent the whole evening around the firepit. The cabin felt like our own private corner of the mountains.”
“Spotless, beautifully stocked, and the trail down to the quarry overlook was a highlight. We didn't want to leave.”
“Fifteen minutes to Eldora, then home to the wood stove and a board game. The perfect ski-week basecamp for our family.”
“I worked remotely for a week from the upstairs desk with a forest view. The satellite Wi-Fi never let me down.”
“Amy thought of everything. Self check-in was effortless and the directions for the mountain drive were spot on.”
“Golden aspens out every window in October. Quiet, cozy, and exactly the reset we needed.”
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Good to know
Before you come up the mountain.
Check-in & access
- Self check-in via smart lock
- Check-in after 4:00 PM
- Checkout before 11:00 AM
- Exact address sent after booking
Getting here
- 4WD/AWD required Oct–May
- On a county plow route
- Park in the driveway, not the road
- Mountain roads — drive with care
Staying connected
- Reliable satellite Wi-Fi
- Good for work and streaming
- Limited cell service
- Wi-Fi calling recommended
House rules
- Strictly pet-free (boarding tips on request)
- No parties or events
- Quiet hours, especially evenings
- Leave No Trace
Wildlife & the outdoors
Moose, foxes, and deer are often nearby — enjoy them from a distance and never feed them. The propane firepit is available whenever Gilpin County fire bans allow. Stay alert at dawn and dusk, both walking and driving.
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