Location: Garden Valley, Idaho, USA (55 Miles from Boise, Idaho and Near Backcountry Airstrip)
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 7-9)
Keywords: Cabin
Newer 3-story log cabin located at the bottom of the Swirley Canyon whitewater run of the South Fork Payette River between Garden Valley and Lowman. You can launch and land rafts and kayaks from the property. Hiking, jeeping, ATV, and mountain bike trails start right from the end of the driveway. Public land adjoins the property and there is abundant fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Fall and winter are incredible for wildlife viewing. Summer is great for viewing birdlife. At night, open the windows and hear the soothing sound of the river.
This 2000 sq. ft. log cabin is very cozy. Because of its massive construction, no air conditioning is required to keep cabin cool in the summer. Summer days in Garden Valley start out cold and get warm in the afternoon (good for rafting and kayaking), the cabin stays a constant 72-76 degrees. In the spring and fall, the fireplace is used to supplement the electric forced-air heat. In winter, the fireplace and woodstove (in the walk-out basement) are used to keep the cabin extra-toasty.
Come get away from it all one hour from Boise. Amenities include massive windows with views, a Jenn-air style range and fully outfitted kitchen, massive 3-story fireplace, and a full bathroom on each floor. Cabin is roomy for a group of 6-8 people.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer in laundry room.
- Dryer : Dryer in laundry room.
- Linens Provided : All linens provided.
- Garage : Two car garage.
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed : Very comfortable hide-away bed.
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : TV with DVD and VHS Tape Player
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : We have few videos if you don't bring any.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : Cabin is on the South Fork of the Payette, a whitewater recreation river.
- Mountain View
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Check with owner - well behaved dogs. There is a $10/night per dog charge.
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking inside - No exceptions.
- Activities
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Rafting, kayaking, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, ATV, or motorcycle trails right out the door.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring/Summer/Fall (No heat required) .. $150/night .. $900/week
Winter (Wood and/or electric heat)...... $150/night .. $900/week
$100 cleaning deposit required ($75 refundable - $25 cleaning fee)
$100 refundable pet deposit - $10/night per dog fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
My wife and I work in education. We have lived in Idaho 26+ years and love it. This cabin is located in an area that still retains much of the original Idaho flavor. That means that people are friendly, not in a hurry, and not all interested in making the next buck. While McCall and Sun Valley's economies have been largely replaced by the tourist industry, Garden Valley's resource based community refuses to die. Garden Valley is about the outdoors but not about fancy restaurants and expensive galleries. We like that because we come up to get away from it all. If this appeals to you, you'll love it there.
Why the Owner Chose Garden Valley
We bought here to have a cabin directly on the world famous whitewater river, the South Fork Payette. There is fishing, camping, hunting, mountain biking, jeep trails, ATV trails, etc. There is plenty of undeveloped, non-commercial outdoor recreation to do here.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
Benefits include access to the river. The birding from the deck is great. We view osprey, eagles, hummngbirds, tanangers, herons, and other birds. You have access to lots and lots of beautiful mountain country with lots of hot springs and other surprises.
Property Photos
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- Cabin from the river - Garden Valley Vacation Cabin On the River
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- The Main Floor Great Room - Garden Valley Vacation Cabin On the River
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- The Main Floor Fireplace - Garden Valley Vacation Cabin On the River
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- South Fork of the Payette just downstream from the cabin
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- A quiet beach in Swirley Canyon
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