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King Bed + Sauna + Hot Tub | Walk to Downtown

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Your private spa haven in the heart of Sandpoint
Always Welcome at Barrel retreat
King bed in the primary bedroom
Your private spa retreat with sauna and Hot tub
Soak in the Hot tub all year sheltered from the rain or snow

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sandpoint, ID
  • Place, Panida Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandpoint City Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeview Park
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

King Bed + Sauna + Hot Tub | Walk to Downtown

Summary:
Perfect for couples or small groups seeking a spa-like escape, Barrel Retreat blends cozy Western cabin vibes with Scandinavian wellness. Step into your private backyard sanctuary—covered barrel sauna and hot tub on an elevated deck—screened by 7-ft fencing and mature trees for year-round privacy. Inside, relax on hotel-quality beds (king + queen Murphy), blackout blinds, mood lighting, curated art, and a fully equipped modern kitchen with washer/dryer.

The Space:
Walk 3 blocks to Lake Pend Oreille and all of downtown Sandpoint’s cafes, shops, parks, and marina; drive 20 minutes to Schweitzer Mountain Resort. After a day on the water or slopes, unwind by the fire pit or stream your favorites on the smart TV. Thoughtful touches include AC, fast Wi‑Fi, board games, and a well-stocked coffee/tea station. Retreat, renew, and rejuvenate—right in the heart of Sandpoint.

- Private backyard spa: covered barrel sauna + hot tub (year-round)
- King bedroom + queen Murphy in living room; hotel-quality mattresses
- Fully equipped kitchen; washer/dryer; walk‑in shower
- Smart TV with streaming apps; curated books/board games
- AC + blackout blinds; fast Wi‑Fi; dedicated dining/work nook
- Outdoor fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and dining (seasonal)
- 3 blocks to Lake Pend Oreille; walk to dining, shops, parks, marina
- 20 min to Schweitzer; 90 min to Spokane Intl. Airport (GEG)
- Dining table doubles as a comfortable work area
- Coffee specifics: Drip coffee maker & Espresso machine

Barrel Retreat occupies one side of a back‑to‑back duplex, designed for comfort and privacy. Your backyard is fully fenced (approx. 7 ft) with mature trees and a dedicated spa deck featuring a covered barrel sauna and hot tub for all‑season use. Inside, a welcoming mudroom leads to an airy dining room with built‑in banquette, solid walnut table, and warm cabin‑style lighting and art.

The king bedroom features blackout blinds and designer textiles. The living room offers a queen Murphy bed (hotel-quality mattress), leather sofa, vintage chairs, smart TV, books, and games. A compact, modern kitchen includes chef‑friendly appliances, cookbooks, and a coffee/tea station; a laundry nook provides a washer/dryer. The bathroom is small yet luxe, with a stylish walk‑in shower, vanity, and quality linens.

Guest Access:
Self check‑in via smart lock and alarm code (sent on check‑in day)
Private off‑street parking in front of the property
Walk: 3 blocks to Lake Pend Oreille; in the heart of downtown
Drive: 4 miles to Schweitzer base; 60 min to Coeur d’Alene; 90 min to Spokane Intl. (GEG)

The Neighborhood:
Located downtown Sandpoint, you can walk to coffee shops, restaurants, theatre, shopping, farmer's market, city beach, marina, parks and more.

You will also find some exceptional hiking trails with stunning views, waterfalls, mountain biking trails, u pick farms, breweries, state parks, lakes and rivers all within 10 to 30 minutes from the property.

Other activities in the area include: cross country skiing, kayaking, canoeing, white water rafting, foraging, horse back riding, mountain climbing etc..

We provide maps and guides to help you make the most of your stay and will be happy to help you organize any activities you'd like.

Other Things to Note:
Duplex layout: the other unit is fully separate with its own private yard.
Seasonal notes: in winter, driveway and paths to the sauna/hot tub are plowed. Backyard dining area and fire pit may be inaccessible during heavy snow.
Nature: as with many historic homes in North Idaho, you may encounter occasional outdoor critters on the porch.
House rules: no smoking or vaping; no parties; quiet hours after 9 PM
Unauthorized guests subject to cancellation.

Local permit: PSTR24-0035.

Interaction with Guests:
We will be happy to assist you to make sure you enjoy a 5 stars experience during your entire stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No events or parties allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4197133
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Sandpoint

Located in Sandpoint, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Round Lake State Park and Sandpoint City Beach Park, while Panida Theater and Bonner County Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding, rock climbing, and mountain climbing nearby.
Map
Sandpoint, ID

What's nearby

  • Panida Theater - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lakeview Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Liberty Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bonner County Historical Society Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sandpoint Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Connie's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Matchwood Brewing Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Powder Hound Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eichardt's Pub Grill & Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Utara Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is King Bed + Sauna + Hot Tub | Walk to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is King Bed + Sauna + Hot Tub | Walk to Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Sandpoint, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Panida Theater and Sandpoint City Beach Park. Healing Gardens and Family Health Center are also within 15 minutes. Sandpoint Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most adorable spot, perfect for walking around the town and enjoying a romantic stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2026
Thank you Adam! We are so glad you and your wife enjoyed a romantic getaway and we would be honored to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host nice place next to some good food the hot tub and sauna was a awesome bounus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Perfect weekend getaway for me and my dog. Loved the sauna!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2025
Thank you for your kind review! It was such a pleasure hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was ready for us! Ample towels, fresh local coffee and some snacks !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 31, 2025
You have been the perfect guest Amanda and we are very grateful you chose to stay at Barrel retreat!
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home to stay for a getaway! Hosts Greg and Emily were easily available via the sites communication portal. The space itself was exactly as advertised and even better in person. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 11, 2025
We are very grateful to have had the opportunity to host you and it's wonderful to hear that you had enjoyed a cozy & relaxing stay! Thank you again and can't wait to host you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Barrel Retreat was pleasantly clean and had every amenity available for a wonderful, relaxing stay. The bed/bedding was super comfy and provided a good night's sleep. The location is quiet with easy access to downtown, shopping and restaurants. The host checked in on us daily. We definitely recommend this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 18, 2025
Thank you so much Shelley for being such a wonderful guest and for choosing to stay at Barrel retreat! We are so glad you had relaxing time and that you enjoyed the central location fo the house, the amenities and our hotel quality bedding and mattress! We can’t wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing stay!

Had a good stay for my anniversary, this house is in a quiet neighborhood with a cabin feel inside. It rained and snowed and this house made for a great relaxing getaway. Hosts are great with good communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2025
Thank you so much for staying at our place during your Sandpoint getaway! We can’t wait to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean, just as described. Cool old house updated to modern trends. Enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub and especially sauna. Locally made snacks and coffee were a nice touch. Easy walking to downtown shops and restaurants -- including several within a block. Great communication from host. Entire visit was smooth and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 9, 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you Amanda and we are so glad you enjoyed a cozy, and relaxing stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with fantastic amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2025
Thank you Will for staying with us! We are so glad you enjoyed the amenities of the house. We thrive to offer our guests the best Sandpoint experience possible and we are very grateful to have had the opportunity to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The little house was just fine… except no outlet for HER hairdryer in the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 8, 2026
Thank you for your feedback Jack. We are glad you liked the house. Indeed the house does not feature an outlet in the bathroom so we will be installing a makeup/ hairdryer corner in the primary bedroom. Thank you for being a great guest and for staying at Barrel retreat. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place in town

This was the perfect place to stay. It was right in town, close to everything. From the time I booked until checkout, everything went smoothly. The hosts thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. It’s very clean & one of the most comfortable places I’ve ever stayed. I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2025
Wow what a wonderful review Sabrina! Thank you so so much for choosing to book with us and we are filled with joy to read you had such a great experience! This is what it’s all about, making sure our guests go home relaxed and renewed! We would be honored to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Greg spot in Sandpoint

The Barrel Retreat is a great spot to stay in Sandpoint if you and is perfectly located whether you just want to hang out in town or you are going skiing at Schweitzer. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2025
Thank you James for choosing to stay at Barrel retreat for your winter getaway in Sandpoint & Schweitzer and for being an awesome guest! We look forward to welcoming you again soon! All the best Greg
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome getaway

What a great place! Nicely renovated old home with beautiful touches. Loved the welcome packet, coffee & pretzels, and the furniture was really comfortable as well as the bed. Soaking in the spa was a highlight, and drying off with the provided towels felt extra luxurious. Easy to get in and out of the place, and the location was perfect for walking downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2025
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us in sandpoint! We are so glad you enjoyed the central location and the spa and sauna ! Hearing that our guests have had a great time is the best reward for what we do! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Schweitzer Trip

Stayed with my gf for a trip to schweitzer. The house was perfect for two, cozy, clean, and private with businesses on each side (the pizza place next door is great too). 25 minutes from the mountain, the sauna and hot tub were great for recovery after long days snowboarding. Will definitely be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 15, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed our property so much! We worked hard to create a space for guests to escape and renew and enjoy the best of Sandpoint! We really look forward to welcoming you again soon Bradon! Cheers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyler - Kenzie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Mountain Town Getaway We Dreamed Of!

From start to finish, this house was absolutely perfect! It was spotless and clean. The backyard with the hot tub and sauna were dreamy, even in the winter! The hosts did not spare a single detail when it came to the design, decor, and the guides they prepared for their guests to reference for things to do, places to eat, etc. It was by far the best VRBO experience we have ever had. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2025
Wow what a stellar review! Thank you so much! It was a real treat hosting, and making sure our guests enjoy a memorable experience is what this is all about! We wish you all the best and hope to get the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

We loved our stay. Very clean and well appointed! Very close to downtown Sandpoint. Comfortable bed and we loved the sauna and hot tub. We would have preferred to have a few more blinds/curtains in some of the windows. It is easy to see in, especially from the pizza restaurant next door. The bathroom is not right off of the main bedroom, so you do have to walk by that window to get there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 22, 2025
Thanks for your great review Mark! And also thank you for the feedback on adding window treatments for more privacy. We just ordered new blinds and curtains that we will be adding to the windows that did not have any. We hope you will be back to enjoy the property again !
Verified

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2025
Thank you David for choosing Barrel retreat for your Sandpoint stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2025
Thank you so much Will for being such a wonderful guest and for staying with us in Sandpoint! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janene s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 10, 2025
Thank you Jane for your kind review and for being such a great guest! We look forward to hosting you again soon!

About the host

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Hi Y'all! We are a French American husband & wife hospitality duo who fell in love and moved to beautiful Sandpoint Idaho in 2022.
We love skiing, hiking, foraging and above all we are food & coffee nerds.
Inspired by our travels we created Airstream oasis & Barrel retreat to offer guests a luxury retreat experience with up to date amenities.
We love to share local tips and make sure our guests feel at home during their stay! Come check it out!

Why they chose this property

Located in the heart of town, just a short walk to the beach, shops, cafes & restaurants, yet on a quiet residential street!

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