There’s nothing more relaxing than waking up to the sound of birds chirping and the sight of breathtaking mountains towering over crystal lakes. When you visit Colorado in the United States, you’ll get the chance to witness the raw beauty of nature. Colorado is home to some of the world’s most scenic landscapes: rivers, forests, mountains, dunes, and deserts. It is also a place where you can enjoy numerous outdoor activities, such as hiking, hunting, fishing, and kayaking. Tourists can spend their day discovering archaeological treasures at Dinosaur National Monument or go camping at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. They can also hike at Black Canyon. However, if these are not your scene, you can just rent a cabin by the woods and enjoy a peaceful and quiet vacation away from all the chaos. Read on for the top lake cabin rentals in Colorado, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to lake. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Lake cabin rental with mountain views (from USD 231)
This one-bedroom and one-bathroom cabin rental in Colorado is ideally located by the lake and offers breathtaking mountain views. It is an open-plan living space with a well-appointed kitchen that lets you create wonderful meals and a dining area that is placed by glass sliding doors for you to enjoy lake views while eating. There is also a cozy living area where you can curl up by the fire while reading books and watching TV.
On sunny days, there are lots of hiking trails that you should explore while in winter, you can go mountain driving. In addition, parking spaces are available on the premises and it will be limited to two vehicles only during the winter season.
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this cottage is cozy and comfortableCleanliness:
upon entry the house smelled clean and freshHost:
the property owner jennifer and the property manager jennifer were greatRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great and super easy access to hikes and to townso close to everything but still quiet peaceful and secludedof course the lakefront location and the views are what makes this property so special
2. Hilltop cabin with a wrap-around deck (from USD 325)
Featuring majestic mountain views, this hilltop cabin offers a large living space that is close to trails where you can go hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. This rental has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and can accommodate up to eight people. Enjoy preparing your meals in the fully equipped kitchen and have them served in the spacious dining area or take your food out to the deck and dine al fresco.
At night, there is a fire pit that you can use to make s'mores and roast some hotdogs. You will also have some extra company during your stay here because some moose, deer, and a variety of birds come to visit the lake nearby.
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the kitchen has everything you need and there is a nice grill on the beautiful deckthe view was beautiful the home was so cozy just like the picturesbut it was extremely comfortable for our family of 6 and we will be backbeds were so comfortablehilltop is a truly inviting cabin with a cozy warm feelCleanliness:
the property was clean - just had a slightly musty smell at firstHost:
jennifer was very responsive to my questions which was greatthe hosts are super friendly and all communication was responsive and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
could use some updates but the location was a winnerthey do have a lot of entertainment options in the house and outside and again location is greatthe spacious property was also a plus…neighbors weren’t too close and kids enjoyed exploring in the snowexceptional location beautiful lake and mountain views comfortable accommodations and lots of outside spaces to enjoy
3. Two-bedroom cabin across the street from the lake (from USD 174)
This two-bedroom cabin is located around the Columbine Lake neighborhood. With Columbine Lake just across the street and acres of woodland surrounding the property, guests are guaranteed a soothing, nature-filled vacation. The cabin has a wood-burning stove, fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops, and a flat-screen TV with a Blue-ray player. Guests can also bring their pets along but there are additional rules and fees attached.
Other than that, the cabin is only 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grand Lake Golf Course, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Adams Falls Trail, 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Grand Lake Marina.
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it has everything needed and i especially liked the iron skilletsCleanliness:
the cabin was clean and comfortablethe property was clean and the hosts were extremely helpful about my frustration with the tv remotesHost:
ben the property owner was greati especially appreciated friendly communications with ben prior to and throughout our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the location close to parks lakes hikeswonderful location and cozy little placegreat location to drive through the rmnploved the cabin and the locationvery nice cabin close to rocky mountain national park
4. Grand Lake Lemmon Lodge #5 (from USD 183)
Grand Lake Lemmon Lodge #5 is a single bedroom log cabin that’s located in Grand Lake’s Lemmon Lodge historic area. It features a spacious front porch where guests can sit back and relax with a nice drink. The pine living room is furnished with a leather couch, sleeper sofa, and electric fireplace. There is also a large sandy beach that encourages guests to do some outdoor activities like volleyball, fishing, horseshoe throwing, and even kayaking.
If you’re curious about what’s nearby, the cabin is less than a mile (1.6 kilometers) away from Grand Lake Area Historical Society, Kauffman House Museum, and Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre.
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plenty of quality linens comfortable bed and furniturethe cabin was extremely comfortableCleanliness:
the experience was all that we expected-a cozy older clean small cabin right downtown perfectHost:
extremely knowledgeable and helpful ownerthere is so much to do there and everyone was so friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location close to the lake town and national parka short walk to the beach and nice and close to rocky mountain national parkthe location so close to town and the lake is wonderfulvery cute and cozy little cabin love the location as wellthe cabin was well stocked with everything we needed and the location was perfect
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5. Peaceful abode with mountain views, Grand Lake (from USD 261)
Situated on Columbine Lake, this beautiful abode offers peaceful surroundings and stunning views to its guests. It is stylish and is large enough to host a group of eight. It has a vast living room, a kitchen with a bar, comfortable bedrooms, and tidy bathrooms. The deck overlooking Columbine Lake and Mt. Baldy is an ideal spot for lounging about. You can have a barbecue night with the family, socialize with your siblings over wine, or sip some hot chocolate while admiring the views. For recreation, you can bike around the area or go fishing at the lake.
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beautiful home nice amenities very comfortable bedsit was very comfortable and cozy with a beautiful view of the lakethe kids loved the upstairs loft room and the views each morning were just beautifulits a good idea to bring extra toilet paper and toiletriesCleanliness:
the place was super cleanHost:
the owners were very friendly very responsive and had answered any questions within minutesthe owners are great to work with and accommodatingthe owners are responsive and answered all of our questionsgreat location the owners were very helpful when neededRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location central to everythingthe location is close to town and just made for a wonderful trip highly recommendedit’s close to so many fun activities for adults and kidsperfect place for a relaxing time away
6. Luxurious cabin with private dock, Grand Lake (from USD 350)
Your whole squad will surely love this luxurious lake house in Grand Lake. The cabin comes with a fully stocked, marble-tiled kitchen with an ample amount of space to let you move around while preparing meals for the family. It features a living room equipped with huge sofa beds, a TV, and glass windows that allow you to take a peek at the lovely scenery outside. Bathrooms are spotless, and bedrooms are cozy and well-maintained. If you’re traveling with a big group, this rental is a good choice. You can engage in some water-based activities at the lake, exchange stories by the campfire, or have some alone time on the deck while gazing into the horizon.
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we made heavy use of the new dock the fire pit and the wonderful deck off the kitchenbeautiful property inside and out (gourmet kitchen beautifully updated baths etcCleanliness:
very clean and well laid out for the kiddosgreat clean place right on the waterthe cabin was extremely clean well-stocked and oh so cozyHost:
owners are great peoplethe owner was super responsive and graciouspatty was very responsive to our requests) and the owners are wonderful hosts/very responsivepatty is such an excellent gracious hostRead more reviewsLocation:
but i imagine it's paradise in the summer and this property would be an awesome place to staythe location is quiet and peaceful and was very relaxing for our familythe property and location was great the kitchen was set up really well with high quality appliancesabsolutely loved your place we are really looking forward to our summer trip there can’t wait to returnpatty is also very helpful with local information regarding things to do and places to go
7. Four-bedroom hideaway with a kitchen, Grand Lake (from USD 399)
Staying at this four-bedroom hideaway will give you a bit of paradise wherever you look. The place has wide glass windows that allow you to wake up to picture-perfect views. It features a living room with sofas and a TV, a work area, a dining space, and a decent-sized kitchen. Rooms exude a soothing vibe that would make you want to drift off to sleep as soon as you enter. You will have access to a private boat dock, as well as kayaks and one canoe that you can use during summer. The rental also has a vast deck with folding chairs where you can take a quick nap during your spare time. If you want to shop, watch a movie at the theater, or go hiking, the center of Grand Lake Village and Rocky Mountain National Park are just close by.
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house lake was beautiful with an unbeatable view the cabin is well equipped and very comfortablethe common space was very comfortable several seating areas to interactCleanliness:
house was very clean and accommodatingHost:
the owner is awesome and replys fast to your messages and answers any concerns you might havei'd recommend to the owner to provide more higher quality bath towels for guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
location of the cabin is amazingwonderful location and loved the overall housereally worth it the location of this property is a true gem especially for coloradoplace was really nice and close to the lakes with beautiful viewswe loved this place so much that we would like to come back again
8. Romantic retreat best for couples, Bayfield (from USD 176)
Hidden in the middle of the woods, this charming retreat is perfect for couples who would want to spend some quality time together. Inside the property is a living room, a comfortable bedroom, a dining area, and a kitchen where you can whip up delicious meal for your lover. There is a wooden deck equipped with two rocking chairs and a grill. This deck is the spot where you can enjoy each other’s company while admiring calming views. You will also have access to a private lake where you can fish, swim, or go kayaking.
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the cabin was well maintained and exceptionally cleanthe cabin itself was perfect for us and very cleanHost:
great host and great communityrene’ is a wonderful hostrene is an excellent host and we loved our stayrene is a wonderful host and left us eggs from her chickensrene is such a considerate host; we will be backRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the location on the lake and so appreciated the canoe and kayakwe were ready for a break and wanted something quiet and peacefulwe could not have asked for a better experience or place to spend or special occasion together
9. Delightful dwelling near hiking trails, Lake City (from USD 250)
If you want to be near hiking trails and the lake, you will want to stay at this delightful dwelling on Lake San Cristobal. Streams, waterfalls, valleys, and Alpine Loop are just around the corner. You can go on adventures the whole day and come home to this tranquil haven. The place has a sizable living room with a dining area, a kitchen equipped with utensils and tools you need for cooking, and two warm bedrooms. It includes a dock with tables and chairs for eating your meals or sipping your wine while marveling at views of the mountains towering over the lake.
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comfortable furniture and bedskitchen is fully equipped nice appliances very clean and kathy was able to answer every question we hadcomfortable accommodations with everything we neededCleanliness:
the townhouse was very clean well appointed and was decorated by a prothe townhouse was very clean and provided everything necessary for our stayRead more reviewsHost:
owner very generous and welcomingthe owner checked on us to make sure we were having a good timethe notebook on the bar was very helpful in finding eateries in the area
10. Rustic cabin with two bedrooms, Pagosa Springs (from USD 183)
Distance yourself from all your worries and spend a few days at this charming cabin. The property is designed with wooden walls and floors, equipped with two bedrooms, and ideal for four persons. Inside, you’ll see a cozy living room where you can bond with your loved ones and a sizable kitchen complete with cookware and utensils. The outdoor area is the perfect spot to bask in nature and watch the sky change colors. Guests will also have access to a gorgeous lake where they can enjoy water-based activities, including kayaking, fishing, and boating. Pagosa Springs, Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park, and Stevens Reservoir are some of the top attractions nearby that travelers can check out.
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the only improvement that could be made is more comfortable chairs in the living room to watch tvwell-equipped kitchen fantastic views kayak and pedal boat for use fenced yard for dogsCleanliness:
beautiful property and clean housethe cabin was so clean and had everything we needed being away from homeHost:
joan the owner was so easy to communicate with and really takes care of her propertythe owner is very easy to work with joan is very kind and accommodatinggreat property owner was great to deal with and communicated very quicklywe are grateful to joan the host for putting everything in place for an outstanding vacationRead more reviewsLocation:
we love this cabin and locationgreat location and the property was amazingconvenient to town good walking area quiet
11. Peaceful home with bright bedrooms, Gilpin County (from USD 200)
Have a peaceful staycation away from all the noise at this home near Denver, Boulder, and Rocky Mountain National Park. Parties and smoking are not allowed on the property because the hosts value comfort and peace of mind. The rental offers easy access to the lake and features a comfortable living room, bright bedrooms, and a modern kitchen. After hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing in nearby attractions, you can lounge about on the back deck, appreciate nature’s beauty, and just live in the moment.
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all the furnishings were very nice the living/dining/kitchen area had a lot of room to spread outthe beds were comfy the bathtub was awesomethe house was stunning views were wonderful from every room and the layout was very uniquethere was plenty of space and it was very cozy it’s in a quiet beautiful areathe kitchen supplies were more than we had expected which we truly appreciatedCleanliness:
the house was clean and had all the necessitiesHost:
first of all the host is an absolute amazing help with everythingthe owner kris was greatthe food was great the bartender and server were good but the owner is foulwe had an incredible time and would highly recommend this property and owner to anyonethe owner had a plow service which was very nice and necessary for our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is so peacefulgreat location on a lake between nederland and black hawka great place to sit back and relax unwind in the outdoorsvery quiet area beautiful lake fished and saw eagles and moosetook a nice hike in the state park
12. Lovely haven for large groups, Red Feather Lakes (from USD 150)
If you want to have a secluded getaway with your family or friends, you might want to consider staying at this lovely haven that can host up to nine people. There are no neighbors close by, so you’ll get that well-deserved, peaceful break. The property is noted for its expansive living room with large glass windows that let you marvel at remarkable views of the lake and mountains. It also has a fireplace, a dining area, secure bedrooms, and a kitchen. Guests staying here will be granted access to nine surrounding lakes where they can fish as long as they have a Colorado state fishing license.
Top guest reviews
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it was clean well stocked with dishes & cooking utensils bedding & board gamesthe cabin is fully stocked w things everyone would need to use and was very cleanHost:
the owner is helpful and responsiveoverall the trip was great and the people were very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
we couldn’t ask for a better place to take our grandsons
A destination for all seasons
No matter the season, there is always something to do in Colorado, which is brimming with exciting outdoor activities and spectacular views that will stay with you forever. If you want to escape the daily stressors in life, why not rent a cabin by the lake and stay there for a while to recharge? You can refer to this list of top lake cabin rentals in the state once you start planning your trip.
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