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Estess Keepsake
Single Family w/ 3 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms - Sleeps 2-10 w/   Jacuzzi

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Vacation Rental Description

In the early 1990's, the Estess family of Houston, Texas bought this 
breathtakingly beautiful waterfront lot on Sun Valley Lake on the 
western edge of Rocky Mountain National Park three miles north of 
Grand Lake Village, Colorado. After years of dreaming of the 
wonderful vacation home we would build there, we worked with an 
architect to design and build this lovely lakefront home.

The striking two-story design blends into the natural beauty of the 
surrounding countryside, and includes hand-hewn pine logs, many 
large windows showcasing the scenic lake views, a covered patio, a 
covered porch and an open deck. Interior features include a Kiva 
fireplace, hardwood floors, a large kitchen with all of the modern 
amenities, 3 full bathrooms with a jacuzzi tub in the master bath, 
and a laundry room. The home is lovingly furnished with Southwestern 
style decor, and will sleep up to 10 people comfortably.

Estess Keepsake was officially opened in May, 2005.

Vacation Rental Amenities

A dream home away from home, Estess Keepsake welcomes you with 2,700 
square feet of living space that offers everything you could 
possibly need to enjoy the perfect vacation.

The covered porch, covered patio and open deck with large gas 
outdoor grill and picnic table provide ample opportunities to get 
away from it all, absorb the quiet beauty of the lakefront view and 
mountain vistas. Motors are prohibited on Sunset Valley Lake, 
allowing you to watch the local wildlife in the serenity of its 
natural habitat, undisturbed.

In cold weather, you can continue to enjoy the view from the warmth 
and comfort inside the home through the large windows in the living 
room, dining room and kitchen that face the lake. The great room is 
kept warm and cozy by an attractive and easy-to-use Kiva fireplace 
that utilizes gas logs.

The kitchen has a convenient breakfast bar on the central island, 
and is equipped with all of the modern amenities, including a trash 
compactor.

In addition to the open floor plan of the main living area, there is 
also a private sitting room with three couches that is equipped with 
cable TV, VCR and DVD player so the whole family can enjoy their 
favorite shows and movies. A game table and games are also provided. 
The sitting room has a complete lakeview and opens to the covered 
patio for ease of entertaining.

The master bedroom is also equipped with private cable TV, VCR and 
DVD, as well as a kingsize bed and windows that open up to allow in 
the fresh air. The large master bath includes a shower, dual 
vanities, and relaxing jacuzzi tub.

The guest suite has a queensize bed and a private bath, and there is 
a third bedroom with double bed and bunks and a bathroom across the 
hall that is perfect for the younger members of the family. Two 
couches can also be converted into single beds for additional 
guests. 

In all, there are accomodations to sleep 8 people comfortably, and 
three full bathrooms providing bathtubs and showers, as well as a 
powder room. There is no need to wait in line for restroom access.

Finally, there is also a laundry room for your convenience, and 
there are telephones both upstairs and downstairs with an answering 
machine so you can stay in touch.

We invite you to experience your vacation in the ultimate comfort 
and convenience provided by Estess Keepsake.

Activities and Attractions

Estess Keepsake is one quarter mile from the Colorado River, which 
separates Rocky Mountain National Park from private land, and where 
fly-fishing abounds. It is one half mile from "Winding River 
Campground," which has all kinds of camping, and also offers 
horseback-riding, hay-rides, cook-outs, pancake breakfasts, ice 
cream suppers and other fun activities, including a playground 
especially for children.

Renters can enjoy a multitude of activities that are available in 
the local area. This is a list of just a few of the things that you 
can do in the area while staying at Estess Keepsake:

1. Enjoy birding, watching the local wildlife including elk and 
moose, or just vegging out on the covered porch, covered patio or 
open deck.

2. Go fishing on Sunset Valley Lake, which is stocked every spring.

3. Explore miles of hiking trails near the house or in the Arapahoe 
National Forest, across the lake, or within Rocky Mountain National 
Park (1 mile away).

4. Go horseback-riding at nearby Winding River Campground (½ mile 
away) or out from the village (3 miles away).

5. If you are really adventurous, rent a Mountain bike anywhere in 
the area and hit some of the estimated 2,000 miles of trails all 
around or out from the way to the town of Winter Park (30 miles 
away.)

6. Tour the little western town of Grand Lake Village (3 miles 
away), which offers restaurants, shopping and other amenities, a 
heated swimming pool, arts and crafts, mountain bike rental, boat 
rental at either of two marinas, golfing, tennis and bowling. 

7. Enjoy some of the best views in Colorado, over Grand Lake, Mt. 
Baldy in Rocky Mountain National Park, and also Shadow Mountain Lake 
and other mountain ranges while eating and drinking on the grand 
porch at "Grand Lake Lodge" -- or sitting in their majestic lodge 
around the huge circular fireplace, or shopping at their gift shop 
that offers jewelry, rugs and other western specialties (1 mile 
away).

8. Paddle around or fish in our dingy (No motors are allowed on our 
lake).

9. More serious boaters can rent a sailboat, canoe, motor boat, or 
platoon boat on Grand Lake itself or on Shadow Mountain Lake or 
Granby reservoir.

10. FLY FISHING GALORE in the park, Colorado River, or other nearby 
creeks and streams. 

11. Drive to the top of Rocky Mountain National Park, over 
Trailridge Pass, where you might see abundant wildlife, including 
mountain sheep and goats, and over to the town of Estes Park. 

12. Soar the skies in a hot air balloon for a panoramic view of the 
Rocky Mountains (rentals at village of Granby -- 17 miles away).

13. In the summer, enjoy wildflowering during end of June through 
August (July best).

14. In winter, try snowmobiling, cross country and downhill skiing 
and snowboarding, snow shoeing, and ice fishing. Or downhill ski on 
some of Granby's smaller slopes or on the large mountains in Winter 
Park (30 miles away). 

15. Afterwards, bathe in or later take a trip to "Sulphur Hot 
Springs" (25 miles away), which offers a large natural heated pool, 
and all kinds of hot pools, massages and facials. There is a snack 
shop there, as well as 2 or 3 cafes and restaurants in the town.

16. If you have time for a 3-6 hour drive, try taking the back roads 
up to Wyoming.

17. On rainy or snowy days (some have been in summer!), watch movies 
or play games in the comfort of the house, or read a good book by 
the fire, or write journals about your trip. 

18. Enjoy cooking wonderful meals in our kitchen, which has all of 
the modern amenities.

19. PHOTOGRAPHY GALORE!!!!!!!!! and More!

Vacation Rental Rates

Because of the great response we have had from renters who love 
our "Estess Keepsake" Rocky Mountain Park, Grand Lake, Colorado 
mountain home, and who rented it every single night during the 
summers of 2006 and 2007, we at this point are going to a New Rental 
Policy.

(1) We prefer to rent the house out for one-week or longer stays.

(2) Rent reduced! Spring and Summer rental price (April 15 - September 1)
will be $2,600 per week, plus $250 cleaning fee.  If rented for 3-6 nights,
the rate will be $400 per night, plus $250 cleaning fee.  There is a 3-night 
minimum.  The house sleeps 8 comfortably; if you want to make 
reservations for more than 8, you must consult the owner. There is a 
fee of $20 per night per person over 8 people, with a maximum of 10 
people allowed.

(3) Deposit, totally refundable, will be $600, which will be 
refunded if house is in perfect condition upon your departure. (All 
of our renters left the house perfect this year, and all are 
receiving their full refunds.)

(4) Payment in full must be received by owners 30 days prior to 
start date of rental.

(5) Now Taking Reservations for Spring and Summer 2008 through
Labor Day.  Don't wait!  Book your dream vacation now!

(6) If renters want two weeks, or more: two weeks will be $5,000 
($1,200 deposit); one month will be $8,000 ($2,400 deposit).

(7) Cancellation will be two months in advance, except for death or 
illness, which will be two weeks.

Call or email now to make your reservation.

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