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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft
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Explore the area

Boise, ID
- Place, Quail Hollow Golf Course19 min walk
- Place, Veterans Memorial Park4 min drive
- Place, Boise River4 min drive
- Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Captain's Room
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Kestrel Perch - Boise Hilltop Retreat
Named after the smallest of North American falcons, which nest in nearby trees, "Kestrel's Perch" was recently reimagined - from the bottom up - in the spirit of a comfortable mid-century hilltop retreat, emphasizing the property's spectacular views of the Valley, private setting and access to the surrounding amenities of northwest Boise.
The 1000 sq ft home features a large master bedroom, 2nd bedroom (also nicely suitable as office), well-lit kitchen/living room and italian-tiled bathroom.
The Space
Deirdre and I spent almost six months renovating "Kestrel's Perch", making design and layout choices that, we hope, will make for a truly special travel experience for our guests. The result is a crisp, clean, uncluttered space that's been accentuated by furniture choices and features that enhance the comfort and natural appeal of "The Perch's" hilltop setting. It's definitely not a stretch to use the cliched phrase "one-of-a-kind" property to describe the Kestrel's Perch.
The 1000 sq. ft. home features a large master bedroom, second bedroom with captain's bunk-style queen bed (also nicely suitable as an office), well-lit kitchen/living room and italian-tiled bathroom. The kitchen is fully outfitted with new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and spacious white cabinets.
Our guests who find themselves in Boise on a business venture will be pleased to note the wall-to-wall, built-in desk (with drawers) in the second bedroom, should the lovely terrace prove to be too much of an indulgent distraction.
In addition to plenty of closet space, the large utility room (with new washer/dryer) may also be used to store bikes, skis or other gear securely.
An ample carport will keep you and your vehicle dry and cool, in the case of inclement or unseasonably hot weather.
In addition to all the basic amenities, Kestrel's Perch also comes equipped with:
- small kitchen appliances such as juicer, bullet blender, food processor, crock pot and coffee grinder
- two 50" HD televisions, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom
- covered backyard patio
- outdoor table/seating for four
- garden benches
- large Weber BBQ
Guest Access
A large carport provides a nice dry environment to the front entry of "The Perch". Guests will be provided with a unique code to keypad-enabled deadbolt on the front door. Backdoor and Utility Room also have separate access ways.
The Neighborhood
Just off the northend foothills travel corridor of Hill Road, the home's location is a convenient headquarters to access to shopping (5 min), downtown (10 min), Boise's "Ridge To Rivers" system (Stewart Gulch trailhead is 1/2 mile away @ Hillside Jr. High) or Hwy 55 for longer excursions north to recreational towns like Garden Valley or McCall.
The 1000 sq ft home features a large master bedroom, 2nd bedroom (also nicely suitable as office), well-lit kitchen/living room and italian-tiled bathroom.
The Space
Deirdre and I spent almost six months renovating "Kestrel's Perch", making design and layout choices that, we hope, will make for a truly special travel experience for our guests. The result is a crisp, clean, uncluttered space that's been accentuated by furniture choices and features that enhance the comfort and natural appeal of "The Perch's" hilltop setting. It's definitely not a stretch to use the cliched phrase "one-of-a-kind" property to describe the Kestrel's Perch.
The 1000 sq. ft. home features a large master bedroom, second bedroom with captain's bunk-style queen bed (also nicely suitable as an office), well-lit kitchen/living room and italian-tiled bathroom. The kitchen is fully outfitted with new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and spacious white cabinets.
Our guests who find themselves in Boise on a business venture will be pleased to note the wall-to-wall, built-in desk (with drawers) in the second bedroom, should the lovely terrace prove to be too much of an indulgent distraction.
In addition to plenty of closet space, the large utility room (with new washer/dryer) may also be used to store bikes, skis or other gear securely.
An ample carport will keep you and your vehicle dry and cool, in the case of inclement or unseasonably hot weather.
In addition to all the basic amenities, Kestrel's Perch also comes equipped with:
- small kitchen appliances such as juicer, bullet blender, food processor, crock pot and coffee grinder
- two 50" HD televisions, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom
- covered backyard patio
- outdoor table/seating for four
- garden benches
- large Weber BBQ
Guest Access
A large carport provides a nice dry environment to the front entry of "The Perch". Guests will be provided with a unique code to keypad-enabled deadbolt on the front door. Backdoor and Utility Room also have separate access ways.
The Neighborhood
Just off the northend foothills travel corridor of Hill Road, the home's location is a convenient headquarters to access to shopping (5 min), downtown (10 min), Boise's "Ridge To Rivers" system (Stewart Gulch trailhead is 1/2 mile away @ Hillside Jr. High) or Hwy 55 for longer excursions north to recreational towns like Garden Valley or McCall.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Boise
Located in Quail Ridge, a neighborhood in Boise, this vacation home is near theme parks and near a water park. Freak Alley Gallery and Egyptian Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Boise Art Glass and Belgravia Building. Veterans Memorial Park and Expo Idaho are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Boise, ID
What's nearby
- Quail Hollow Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Veterans Memorial Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Boise River - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- Boise Towne Square Mall - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
- Boise State University - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sockeye Alehouse - 10 min walk
- Taco Bell - 4 min drive
- Jack in the Box - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- Club Hound - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Location
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Listing accuracy
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Jan 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
Jan 12, 2026
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Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Cheri P.
Dec 12, 2025
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Cheri P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trevor H.
Oct 22, 2025
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Trevor H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Billy F.
Oct 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Billy F.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
Sep 14, 2025
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Mary M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen G.
Jun 23, 2025
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Amazing home base for our wedding weekend
Stephen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Todd S.
Feb 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home sweet home
Todd S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin M.
Aug 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and stay
Caitlin M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patricia P.
May 25, 2025
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Patricia P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bri L.
Dec 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Stay
Bri L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeanna W.
May 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway !
Jeanna W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen J.
May 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Karen J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy M.
Jul 2, 2024
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What a treasure!
Wendy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill C.
Nov 5, 2024
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Amazing
Bill C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marlene C.
Sep 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view
Marlene C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan M.
Dec 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place in Boise!
Alan M.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donald B.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
Donald B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary M.
May 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and location!
Gary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Enrique G.
Jun 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and comfortable
Enrique G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kris W.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Retreat Overlooking the City of Trees
Kris W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Debbie P.
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Place Where Returning Is - ABSOLUTELY
Debbie P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Manny R.
Sep 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
Manny R.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Julie P.
Aug 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perch Perfect
Julie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
marcy b.
May 22, 2025
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About the host
Hosted by Jeff Abrams
Born in southern California and having grown up in Malibu, I've traipsed across much of the west, including Humboldt County (CA), Big Cottonwood Cyn (UT), Iliamna (AK) and coastal Oregon before setting roots for the last 20+ years in Boise.
I worked as a fisheries biologist, here in Idaho, before founding and managing the Treasure Valley's only community radio station, Radio Boise (tune in to 89.9 or 93.5 fm when you're in town!). I also worked for a media start-up, and now work for Idaho Conservation League.
Deirdre is now retired after 29 years as a 5th grade teacher, near the mountain town of McCall - 2 hours north of Boise. Our two girls are attending college, here in Idaho and in Utah.
We love to spend time sharing our love and respect of the outdoors and feel SO blessed to be living amongst the incredible beauty of Idaho.
I worked as a fisheries biologist, here in Idaho, before founding and managing the Treasure Valley's only community radio station, Radio Boise (tune in to 89.9 or 93.5 fm when you're in town!). I also worked for a media start-up, and now work for Idaho Conservation League.
Deirdre is now retired after 29 years as a 5th grade teacher, near the mountain town of McCall - 2 hours north of Boise. Our two girls are attending college, here in Idaho and in Utah.
We love to spend time sharing our love and respect of the outdoors and feel SO blessed to be living amongst the incredible beauty of Idaho.
Why they chose this property
Quiet, secluded, mountain top view of the valley makes you feel much further from the hustle - but you're only 10 minutes from downtown.
What makes this property unique
Deirdre and I spent almost six months renovating "Kestrel's Perch", making design and layout choices that, we hope, will make for a truly special travel experience for our guests. The result is a crisp, clean, uncluttered space that's been accentuated by furniture choices and features that enhance the comfort and natural appeal of "The Perch's" hilltop setting. It's definitely not a stretch to use the cliched phrase "one-of-a-kind" property to describe the Kestrel's Perch. Our new friends at Airbnb seem to feel the same, as the summer season is already booking up quickly!
The 1000 sq. ft. home features a large master bedroom, second bedroom with captain's bunk-style queen bed (also nicely suitable as an office), well-lit kitchen/living room and italian-tiled bathroom. The kitchen is fully outfitted with new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and spacious white cabinets.
Our guests who find themselves in Boise on a business venture will be pleased to note the wall-to-wall, built-in desk (with drawers) in the second bedroom, should the lovely terrace prove to be too much of an indulgent distraction.
In addition to plenty of closet space, the large utility room (with new washer/dryer) may also be used to store bikes, skis or other gear securely.
An ample carport will keep you and your vehicle dry and cool, in the case of inclement or unseasonably hot weather.
In addition to all the basic amenities, Kestrel's Perch also comes equipped with:
- small kitchen appliances such as juicer, bullet blender, food processor, crock pot and coffee grinder
- two 50" HD televisions, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom
- fully fenced backyard
- covered backyard patio
- outdoor table/seating for four
- garden benches
- large Weber BBQ
The 1000 sq. ft. home features a large master bedroom, second bedroom with captain's bunk-style queen bed (also nicely suitable as an office), well-lit kitchen/living room and italian-tiled bathroom. The kitchen is fully outfitted with new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and spacious white cabinets.
Our guests who find themselves in Boise on a business venture will be pleased to note the wall-to-wall, built-in desk (with drawers) in the second bedroom, should the lovely terrace prove to be too much of an indulgent distraction.
In addition to plenty of closet space, the large utility room (with new washer/dryer) may also be used to store bikes, skis or other gear securely.
An ample carport will keep you and your vehicle dry and cool, in the case of inclement or unseasonably hot weather.
In addition to all the basic amenities, Kestrel's Perch also comes equipped with:
- small kitchen appliances such as juicer, bullet blender, food processor, crock pot and coffee grinder
- two 50" HD televisions, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom
- fully fenced backyard
- covered backyard patio
- outdoor table/seating for four
- garden benches
- large Weber BBQ
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