Places to stay near Carousel of Happiness

Snowline Lakehouse - Near Eldora Ski Resort!

Enjoy lakeside living w/ spectacular views & wildlife viewing! This home features rustic charm w/ modern conveniences. Granite counters, SS appliances, heated floors, & 2 car garage. Hot tub on the water's edge! Includes BBQ grill, nearby trails to ski, hike, bike or 4 wheel, satellite TV, WIFI, two kayaks, two paddleboards and a rowboat. or bring your own non-motorized equipment. 12 mins. to Nederland & 15 minutes to ski Eldora! 45 minutes to Boulder, Golden or Denver. It's a perfect base camp!

Moose Meadows with National Forest Access

It's time to unwind and enjoy yourself at Moose Meadows Cabin, a quintessential one bedroom log cabin backing up to National Forest. Enjoy your mornings on the large, sun filled deck or spend the afternoon hiking out the back gate into hundreds of acres of National Forest. In the evenings head into downtown Nederland for the best restaurants around - the options are endless! 15 mins to Nederland, 25 mins to Eldora Ski Resort, 15 mins to downtown Black Hawk/Central City and 30 minutes to i70

Cozy+Modern Cabin in the heart of Ned~ Ski Eldora!

Enjoy an exciting mountain life experience at this remodeled gem of a cabin in the heart of Nederland. Walkable to everything in town- enjoy endless hiking trails, mountain biking, local breweries, shopping, dining, and more. Epic! Just a 10 minute drive to Eldora Ski Resort for excellent skiing & snowboarding adventures! Don’t want to drive & endure the parking hassle on busier days? Walk just around the corner to catch the free RTD bus right to the lift line & lodge! STR Licensed #NED037

Garden-level Glamour - Hot Tub & EV Charger!

This privately accessed garden-level apartment is the perfect basecamp for your visit to The Mountains! The King bed and pullout sofa make it a luxurious space for two and comfortable for four. Includes private hot tub, a stocked kitchenette, stage 2 EV charger, cozy fireplace, robes, boot dryer, and flatscreen TV. Five min drive (20 min walk) to Nederland and 15 min drive to Eldora. Sleep in and still beat the traffic! AWD/4WD REQUIRED between October and April. Oh did we mention the views?

Alpenhaus Guest Suite | Basecamp + Hot Tub

A modern alpinist basecamp for outdoor enthusiasts, located minutes from Nederland’s downtown district, trail systems and Eldora Mountain Resort. Spend your days biking, hiking, skiing, climbing, or exploring — return to clean and cozy comforts, warm showers, quality bedding, and hot tub. (STR LICENSE NED009) We respect those that have resided here before us and recognize this area as the unceded homelands of the Tsitsistas (Cheyenne), Inuna’Ins & Hinono’eiteen (Arapaho) & Núuchiu (Ute).

Secluded Offgrid Backcountry Lodge in Natl Forest

The most unique AirBnB around! A guest came with son and said: "This was the greatest experience of my fatherhood." The dog-friendly Estes Park Outfitters Lodge is an off-grid mtn cabin (4ppl max) on 20 acres in the National Forest. Hike, mtn bike, snow shoe, XC ski, & bring horses to explore endless miles of trails & amazing views. Winter guests get a free snow cat drop; 4WD mandatory in summer. Read the listing & ask questions! Miles from civilization. Animals are the only neighbors!

Creekside Cabin Retreat | Hot Tub + Wood Stove

★★★★★ “Private mountain getaway!” – Lee Stillness comes easy in this handcrafted log cabin. 💦 HOT TUB & HAMMOCK – Soak under the stars or sway beneath the trees 🔥 COZY EVENINGS – Fire pit, BBQ grill, yard & board games, in-floor heat & wood stove ❄️ COOL COMFORT – Summer A/C 🐾 PET & FAMILY-FRIENDLY – Trail access nearby, Pack ’n Play & high chair 📶 FAST WI-FI – Stream, work, or unplug 📍 10 min to Nederland — artsy mountain town, food, music & adventure ➳ Reconnect with what matters.

Secluded Mountain Chalet - 25 minutes to Eldora

Escape to a deluxe timber-frame chalet on 38 acres with exquisite 360-degree mountain views. Soak in the private hot tub under the stars, relax by the wood-burning stove on new leather sofas, or enjoy a meal in the well-appointed kitchen. A lovely retreat perfect for up to 4 guests or two couples in the two master suites (main floor suite and a loft suite). Firewood, quality stainless cookware, coffee maker and linens included. Onsite host in separate apartment ensures a perfect stay.

Creekside sauna and fire pit - Mountain Retreat

Nestled off the beaten path between Black Hawk and Nederland, Ellsworth Creek Retreat is your basecamp for Jeeping, hiking, biking, and skiing, ... or just relaxing. No matter your reason for visiting, this rustically modern log home along with its creekside log cabin sauna and fire pit patio will provide the perfect ambiance for your Rocky Mountain getaway! The Retreat includes BOTH the 3-BD Lodge AND the lower level 1-BD Guest Suite in one listing/price. You are booking BOTH units.

Thorpe On The Water. Creekside Cabin.

Tastefully restored 1920 cabin with over 100ft of creek frontage in downtown Nederland. New hot tub on Spacious deck. 2 Dedicated off street parking spaces. Home is completely remodeled. King bed in larger bedroom overlooks the water. Rear bedroom has a queen and twin bunk bed. Open Floorplan. Heated Clubhouse next to hot tub & deck provides additional space. Walk to all amenities from this unique location right in Nederland’s business district tucked behind E 1st St. Backup Generator.

Cozy & Quiet 1BD Cabin In Nederland~Walk Downtown!

Experience the perfect blend of rustic mountain charm and modern convenience in this cozy 1BD. 1BA cabin two blocks from downtown Nederland. Located on a quiet dead-end street, it offers stunning mountain views from the front porch overlooking town and is a short walk to local shops, restaurants, trails, and the bus to Eldora. Perfect for a quick getaway, visiting family, remote work, an extended stay, or as a base for exploring all the outdoor adventures the mountains have to offer.

Old Town Cabin - Spring Break Skiing

Perfect for couples, friends gathering, or a small family. Whip up breakfast in our well appointed kitchen or cozy up by the fire after a long day on the slopes. Walk to restaurants, brew pubs, and downtown shops. Skip the traffic and drive 10 minutes to Eldora. Pet friendly. 1 GB Fiber optic internet and laundry. A home base for exploring the Indian Peaks and Colorado’s Front Range. Eldora Mountain Resort-10 minutes. Estes-45 minutes. Boulder-20 minutes. Denver-45 minutes.