Whispering Pines

Cottages on the Big Thompson

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About Us

Welcome to Whispering Pines Cottages on the River featured in John Fielder's "Best of Colorado" guidebook. Our historic, rustic cottages are located at the base of pine-covered Mount Olympus and feature exclusive streamside fishing in the Big Thompson River.

We offer comfortable and affordable family accomodations just minutes from the activities and scenic beauty of Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Our goals are to ensure that each cottage is exceptionally clean and that every guest has the best Colorado vacation possible. We hope you consider Whispering Pines Cottages when making your vacation plans.

Your hosts - Jon & Deyn Johnson

About the Cottages

We offer one and two bedroom cottages with kitchen facilities. All rooms are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted outside away from any open windows. No pets are allowed. Equipped kitchen facilities include dishes, utensils, glassware, pots and pans, coffee makers, toasters and microwave ovens. Only cottage #16 has an oven for baking. The others have a two burner cooktop.

There is a charcoal grill at each cottage as well as two gas grills available for everyone's use. Each cottage has a private bathroom. Only cottages #12 and #16 have bathtubs. All bed linens and towels are provided.

Nearby Activities

Hiking, biking, mountain coaster, rafting, fishing, boating, golf, rock climbing, photography, scenic drives, shopping, fine dining, showshoeing, big slides, horsesback riding, movie theaters, live entertainment, mini golf, go carts, museums, rodeos, horse shows, walking trails, kayaking, off-roading, Rocky Mountain National Park, wildlife watching.

90+ years of hospitality

 2500 guests hosted

 750 families stay every year

 311 letters thanking us

Cottages

Cottage 10

Sleeps 2.
Cottage 11

Sleeps 2.
Cottage 12

2 adults and one small child maximum.
Cottage 14/15

Sleeps 4 each
Cottage 16

Sleeps 6
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Cottage 10

One bedroom studio, one queen size bed, kitchenette, bathroom with shower, river front patio and chairs by the water’s edge, private campfire pit, two people maximum.

Cottage 11

One bedroom studio, one queen size bed, kitchenette, bathroom with shower, river front patio and chairs by the water’s edge, private campfire pit, two people maximum.

Cottage 12

One bedroom studio, one queen size bed and one twin size sleeper sofa, sleeper is for a small child under 60 pounds, kitchenette, full bathroom, deck, river front chairs, private campfire pit by the water’s edge, two adults and one small child maximum.

Cottage 14/15

Duplex cottage, each side has two bedrooms and one bath - one double bed and two twin beds in each cottage, bathrooms with showers, kitchenettes, about 100 feet from the river, chairs and campfire pits available for your use along the river’s edge, four people maximum per cottage.

Cottage 16

Two bedrooms, one queen bed in each, double size sleeper in livingroom, full kitchen, full bathroom, about 75 feet from the river, riverfront chairs and campfire pits available for your use, 6 people maximum

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From our guests...

We love our guests and they love us

Guest:

John S,

Omaha, Nebraska

I just wanted to thank you for the gracious hospitality you showed to us while we were in Colorado. Whispering Pines was just wonderful. After a long day of hiking, it was nice to come back to someplace that felt like home. Thanks again for making us feel comfortable.

Client:

Sarah H,

Madison Wisconsin

Thank you so much for providing a fresh clean cabin for our vacation.We enjoyed our stay very much. I sat on the deck to write to my son who was in his first week of basic training. I told him I had a rushing river behind me and whispering pines above. Staying there helped me not to worry about him so much.

Client:

Brad E,

Fort Worth TX

Qualified by over 50 years of travel-domestic and international-there are only 2 or 3 places at best that warrants not only a return but a piece of heart. Your facility is one of them. My only regret is not discovering you sooner. Thank you for your helpfulness and warmth. Our cabin was well maintained and clean above fault. We loved the view and sounds of nature. We will be back !

Client:

Jen G,

Arvada Colorado

Thanks so much for another restful, relaxing & quiet week. Your generosity is unending. We love this place & look forward to it a year in advance.

We'd love to help plan your stay with us

We are locals who know the area, give us a call or email and we'll help make your visit special!

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Rates & Policies

Rates

1 BEDROOM Cottage # 10,11 $140.00 up to 2 people (2 max-1 bed only)
1 BEDROOM Cottage # 12 $150.00 up to 2 people (2 adult/1 child max)
2 BEDROOM Cottage # 14,15 $170.00 up to 4 people (4 maximum)
2 BEDROOM Cottage # 16 $170.00 up to 4 people (6 maximum)

$10.00 for each additional person (#12 & #16 )
Rates subject to change - Sorry, No weekly rates or additional discounts.
We try to accommodate cabin requests but our office determines final assignments.

Check in and out times

CHECK IN : 2:00 P.M.
CHECK OUT : 10:00 A.M.
If you will be arriving after 9:00 p.m. please call our office IN ADVANCE to make the necessary arrangements.

Deposit Policy

A deposit of the first & last night's lodging (per cottage) is required to confirm a reservation. Advance deposits may be made by check money order, or by providing the number of a valid Visa, Master card or Discover card. Your card will be charged. Full payment is required UPON ARRIVAL. Personal checks may be used for advance deposits only.

Cancellation Policy

A refund of your deposit less a $25.00 handling fee per cottage is guaranteed if reservations are cancelled 30 days prior to arrival. There is a 60-day notice or groups renting more than 2 cottages. On cancellations with shorter notice, deposits will be refunded (less handling fees) only if we are able to re-rent the cottage for the entire length of your reservation. You will pay for any nights the cottage sits empty. There is no refund for unused accommodations due to late arrival or early departure, therefore, we appreciate knowing well in advance (at least 3 weeks before arrival date) any changes in your vacation plans. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FULL NUMBER OF NIGHTS YOU RESERVE.

Minimum Stay Policy

MINIMUM STAYS: We do not have a minimum night stay policy except for the following: All cottages - 2 night minimum for holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day) and Scottish Festival.

Pet Policy

Sorry, no pets of any kind are allowed.

Maid Service

We do provide a daily maid service. We will clean bathrooms, sweep/vacuum floors, restock towels and take out the trash daily. To conserve water we DO NOT provide sheet changes for stays of 7 nights or fewer. Stays of 8 nights or more receive one sheet change mid-stay if requested. Guests are responsible for washing all dishes used during their stay. Please leave the kitchen (and cottage in general) as clean as you found it. If dirty dishes or a damaged cottage are left upon departure, a $50.00 charge (or more depending on damages) will be added to your bill.

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Cottages on the Big Thompson

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90+ years of hospitality