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Backcountry Yurt in Private Valley

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A yurt interior with a wooden interior, a central cooking area, and a dining space.
Exterior
A hot tub on a wooden platform in a wooded area.
Room
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

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Fairfield, ID

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Backcountry Yurt in Private Valley

This is an off grid property with total isolation in a hidden canyon. Off-grid means there are limited amenities (outhouse not toilet, no fridge, tv etc.) and only what can run on solar power. There is clean running water. The yurt is on 160 acres of private ground surrounded on all sides by the Sawtooth national forest. A creek runs through the middle. You will have to chop wood, use an outhouse and get by without any chance of human assistance. For some, this is paradise. For others this is the opposite. Access to the property requires some effort. In the summer access across the private forest track can be had by horse, mountain bike, truck or ATV. In the winter, it's a sled and back country ski paradise. Detailed directions and instructions are available for discussion before you commit.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1790207vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fairfield

Fairfield is home to this cabin. While the natural beauty of Soldier Mountain and Sawtooth National Forest can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Soldier Mountain Ski Area.
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Map
Fairfield, ID

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 64 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Backcountry Yurt in Private Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Backcountry Yurt in Private Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backcountry Yurt in Private Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Backcountry Yurt in Private Valley located?

Situated in Fairfield, this cabin is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Soldier Mountain Ski Area and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Soldier Mountain. Boise River and Little City of Rocks are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Off the grid stay was nice!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colton M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised. We had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views! The yurt is stocked well and all of the instructions were clear. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great yurt experience

It was a perfect getaway for the Fourth of July! And stars were incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mckenna B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
When it says off the grid, they're not kidding. I should of been more prepared. I was under the impression it was closer to the creek from one of the pictures, but looking closer it was melted snow on the road. I was looking forward to being near some type of water. So I was disappointed. The outhouse is pretty far from the Yurt, and I did not feel safe hiking out there alone at night. Never did find the hot tub. There were dead mice in traps and a dead bat in the sink. Lots of flies and bees. Very hot during the day, wish there were fans.The downstairs add on has lots of potential and much cooler, however the stairs are sketchy, so sometimes its easier to just go out the front and around to the bottom/top. Overall I appreciated the literally getaway, but ended up staying 1 night instead of the 2 I booked. Communication with the host was great prior to getting there. However once we were there I had zero reception so there was no longer a way to communicate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2026
Thank you for your review. I'm sorry it was not what you expected. If you want to pm me to arrange for a stay in a cooler season I'm happy to accommodate. HOWEVER, I really hope future renters will read this helpful review--this is off grid, hard to get to, and for adventurers only. You may see a bear, a fox, a wolf, elk, deer and rattlesnakes and apparently a bat in the sink (this is a new one). If these things make you uncomfortable please do not rent. The statements in my instructions are not marketing when I say "If an uncomfortable adventure with the possibility of real harm does not appeal to you, this is not for you." and "things that might go wrong include: getting lost....rattlesnake bite... etc." If you are the kind of person in the back country that sees a bat in a sink and says, awesome, there's a sink, or a mouse in a trap and says, better there than running around, you will be happy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Owen M.

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

Great yurt!

Tons of fun! Hot tub worked great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were looking for. No frills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lane W.

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

Yurt life was good

We loved our stay and the scenery exceeded expectations. The yurt was clean and had plenty of amenities. Seeing the milky way with my bare eye was amazing. Perfect spot for a seculed easy to access getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dani D.

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

X

Absolutely amazing place to stay. Aaron was. Very helpful and a great person.thank you!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Royce H.

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

Little piece of Heaven

Perfect place to getaway! Definitely going back. Super cool host! Property was just as described and even more.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

amazing

great property. have booked year after year. responsive owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frank W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Yurt

Property was difficult to access, but we enjoyed the peaceful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

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

Peaceful and private

This yurt is in such a beautiful place. Directions were detailed and specific, creek is lovely, and solar power is a great addition. Private hideaway for those who are willing and able to navigate the dirt road in. Would certainly return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

Weekend Getaway

The Yurt is a beautiful, private and peaceful place to stay and we wished we could have stayed a few more days to enjoy it. Very clean and well stocked with everything you would need. The solar power was and added bonus. The property is exactly as described. Aaron was an amazing host and very responsive to any questions we had. We used the side by side to get to the property and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcy G.

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

Amazing backpacking adventure

Aaron’s yurt was a great new adventure for us and our teen kids! Beautiful secluded area and the yurt is comfortable w the basics needed for cooking & even a grill. Yet it’s rustic enough that you need to chop wood, get water and trek to the outhouse- so perfect adventure for the Outdoorsy!! The hot tub was amazing- did take a little longer than expected to heat- so start early. Once we learned to feed the fire often and the ice melted on the bottom is was toasty hot and such a fun experience!! The yurt was about 4 miles in from car to doorstep- pretty good hike up in the snow- but easy hike out downhill! Beautiful panoramic views too! Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eddie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Awesome

Honestly, i have been struggling with depression lately and have been really needing to get away. My husband seen this in me and took it upon himself to find a little getaway for my birthday. So Friday we set out on our adventure, at first we got a little lost thanks to trusty map quest, lol. We found service and called Aaron. He directed us right to our destination with ease. Upon arrival, we noticed the door was open so of course what does a woman do, send her husband in to ward off the obvious bear that had to be inside. No, no bear... something far more scary than a bear... it was a pack rat. So of course how for you keep a pollock entertained in a round yurt? Have him catch a pack rat! ( i can day this because my husband is polish). It was a scare and a laugh i needed. The scenery was incredible! The stars were amazing! We felt like the only humans on earth. We had two cow friends that said hi every morning. Tons of birds and bees. Heard coyotes, had a weasel friend too. Definitely a place to erase your mind. Thank you Aaron for sharing your piece of paradise with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Glad you had a good time. I'll be putting in a bolt so my new doors don't blow open again and let in the neighbors--that's a first. Come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jason h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed to get away from the city and relax. Beautiful property. Plenty of wildlife to see when you're still. Absolutely no complaints. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful yurt. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the stars at night were amazing. Aaron was super communicative and was easily accessible if there were any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan F.

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

Very well equipped!

Me and the ol lady had a wonderful stay here for Christmas. Came in on snowmachines. Very impressed how well the yurt held in the heat. Most equipped place like this I've stayed at. Basically everything you'll need is there. Aaron is a great host and cares about your stay. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Anniversary getaway

My wife and I stayed at this yurt for a couple nights to celebrate our anniversary. We really enjoyed getting out of town and having some time to ourselves. The yurt was well equipped and was everything we expected and more. Would definitely stay again. We used a side by side to get to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcie B.

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

Just As Promised!

We enjoyed our stay and the secluded location of the yurt. It was so peaceful. We appreciated having the yurt to get out of the thunderstorm, to sleep, play games and keep all our food and clothes out if the elements. We appreciated the grill outside, the camp stove inside and all the kitchen basics. It’s glamping at its best. The property Is exactly as described and probably not for everyone. It’s perfect for our family! Aaron was very easy to work with and the directions to the yurt were perfect. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Wonderful Escape

We absolutely loved our experience at this property. It’s rugged beauty combined with creature comforts made it the perfect place to relax and recharge off grid. It may not be for everyone, but we sure enjoyed every second of our stay. Can’t wait to return again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

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

Backcountry digs with luxury amenities!

Loved this yurt! Great location, everything you need for cooking and purifying water is there. We enjoyed beautiful views on cross country skis and the hot tub alone is worth going for a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colton M.

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

Cannonball ranch is a must

Aarons yurt is an Idaho treasure. Tucked up in a private valley, this hut is everything an adventurer could ask for. A beautiful trek in the winter, there is plenty of terrain for backcountry skiing and adventuring. The yurt has everything you need for a cozy stay. A perfect getaway for you and the spouse, or the whole family!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

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