Rivers Edge (Ataloa) is a 1-bedroom efficiency cabin located inches from the water’s edge. This cabin is so close to the river, with heavy snow runoff in the spring, water splashes onto the screened porch. With 1 queen-size bed, this cabin is designed to accommodate a maximum of 2 people.
The sound of the rushing river is audible throughout the entire cabin. Like all the other single-bedroom cabins, it offers a smart TV to stream your favorite apps, a fully functional kitchen, a dining area, and a screened porch with a swing.
Rivers Edge (Ataloa) has a good-sized courtyard next to it with picnic tables, barbecue grills, and outdoor chairs. Because Ataloa is so close to the river’s edge, one should keep this in mind if you have small children.
A Great Time at Idlewilde by the River
We especially loved the location of Idlewilde--on the mountain stream, close to the park entrance, and close to the YMCA camp. We loved being right on the river and hearing its soothing sounds. Mike and Beth, the managers, were great to work with--very responsive and helpful. They keep the grounds and cabins clean and well cared for. The cabins even had new pots and pans and other amenities. The new owners are doing a great job updating everything, and it sounds like they have even more planned. Steve and Shirley
Great cabin, by the river
Awesome cabin, by the river, elk and deer abound (and a bunny). Mike and Beth were by far, the nicest, most responsive managers. Nice common areas to grill and sit by the river. Cabin very clean, basic kitchen. Quick drive to downtown-plenty of places to eat, coffee shops, rock shop and great hiking around Lily Lake and right next to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Very relaxing property right on the Big Thompson
We had a 2 bedroom cabin within a short distance to the river. Cabins are old, but very clean and accommodating. They were furnished well and we were comfortable while staying there. We will definitely stay at Idlewilde again next year. They are always full, so have to book yet this year I think. Popular place!