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Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs

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The Salmon River
cabin setting, late fall
Living room
Large 800 sq ft deck
Living room couch folds out to comfy platform/memory foam bed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Salmon River
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Salmon, ID
  • Place, Salmon River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Meriwether Lewis' August 12, 1805 Campsite
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Williams Lake
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salmon, ID (SMN-Lemhi County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs

Enjoy the views, wildlife and quiet on the scenic Salmon River. Located 23 miles south of the town of Salmon, Idaho the cabin has all the comforts of home. Unique opportunities for recreation on the river or hiking and enjoying the local hot springs. Great for hunting and fishing. Gateway to some of the largest wilderness in the U.S. Located off of scenic Hiway 93, the drive down is as lovely as the view from the deck. House comes with all the amenities and a large 800 square foot deck right on the river. Three bedrooms and a queen fold out bed in the living room mean lots of room for families to spread out and enjoy themselves. The house comes with wifi and a DVD player, games and puzzles. The perfect place to relax and unwind after a day on the river or in the back country. Surrounded by peace and quiet, you may even hear the occasional hoot of an owl at night.
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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
Swift water, watch closely.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoke on deck with caution due to high fire risk

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Please read checkout instructions in white notebook
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please haul your trash to dumpsters. We require guests to start laundry to expedite cleaning for next guest.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 708395vb
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Salmon

Located in Salmon, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sacagawea Interpretive, Cultural and Education Center is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Salmon River and Williams Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Salmon, ID

What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dugout Dick Memorial - 9 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Meriwether Lewis' August 12, 1805 Campsite - 35 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Williams Lake - 37 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Sacagawea Interpretive, Cultural and Education Center - 51 min drive - 75.8 km

Getting around

  • Salmon, ID (SMN-Lemhi County) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dusty Mule - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elk Bend Sports Lodge - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfy, charming cabin on the Salmon River a few miles from Gold Bug Hot Springs located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Salmon River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dugout Dick Memorial and Goldbug Hot Springs. Kid's Creek Park and Steele Memorial Medical Center are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property on the river. Liked the sound of the river rushing by at night. Had everything we needed and more. reminded us of lake cabin in Northern Michigan. Lots of wilderness to explore. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in a quiet neighborhood with a beautiful river in the back yard. The host was very responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and scenery!! Wonderful large deck to take in the river view. Only issue was the door key/lock was a bit tough to operate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay, and thanks for the feedback on the door, we will address it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin on the river was the perfect location for stargazing and fishing. The property is extremely clean and is well stocked with supplies. The host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Thank You For a Great Stay

Wonderful property and love sitting on the river with coffee! Thank you for a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M.

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

Cabin stay

Charming cabin right on the river. Perfect for a relaxing family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed on this property before. Great location and the cabin is well kept and has everything we need. It would be nice to have a bit of a choice for TV for later at night but that is a minor detail.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Thanks for the nice review…Elk Bend has never had cable TV, we have good wi-fi for TV and plenty of DVD’s for viewing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Many unique and special details make this cabin great! From handmade wood and rock items, a better than you can imagine setting on the river and great deck to enjoy it, to comfy bedding and plenty of everything you could need....
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

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

Great Location/Setting

We really enjoyed our stay. Mornings on the deck out back overlooking the Salmon River is as good as it gets. Easy access to both Salmon and Challis.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrie B.

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

Perfect getaway

Cabin and deck on the River were phenomenal! It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Amazing cabin by the river

Such a great place with great character and beautiful location right on the river. So fun to watch and listen to all the birds. Enjoyed getting away and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Salmon idaho

Loved the property. Cabin location could not have been more perfect. And our visitors (the deer) made for great entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie J.

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

Beautiful

It was perfect little get away. House was very homey for when it was raining and the deck was perfect for cooking, relaxing, and fishing. Definitely will be back!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Salmon River house

The house was very comfortable and nice. Loved being right on the river. The games in the house for the kids were excellent. If we get the chance to go to Salmon again I would definitely try to get this house again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Hidden gem

The cabin was perfect! It had such charm and is so unique, and yet also has all the amenities that we needed! The deck is glorious, and my son loved fishing in the river. The birds are wonderful to watch and listen to, and we were so delighted with the two baby deer and their momma who were frequent visitors. We found the location to be ideal to explore the area. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa K.

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

Nice house on the river

The house is on a lovely lot with trees and a big deck, a few feet from the Salmon River. The beds were comfortable and the internet service was good. The location was perfect for us about midway between Challis and Salmon. The only drawback is there is a lot of highway noise from Route 93, so although the setting is quite lovely it’s not really peaceful. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie Y.

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

Cabin by the river

This was a wonderful experience, the cabin was very nice and right on the river. It had an amazing deck with a great view. My husband did fly fishing right out front and had a good time, he caught several cut throat trout. It was very relaxing and would definitely recommend it to anyone. Would definitely do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Charming cabin

Let me start by saying that the pictures do not do this cabin justice. It is such a beautiful, cozy, inviting place. We loved spending our days on the deck and watching the river flow by. It is such a beautiful setting. The bed was comfortable and the kitchen had all the supplies we could want or need. We had a family of deer visit every night and a bald eagle would fly above the river while we ate dinner outside. It is a truly special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Clean, Cozy Cabin in Beautiful Location

I can’t say enough about this cabin. It was clean, well-equipped, and the location was beautiful! We sat out on the back deck every evening drinking wine overlooking the spectacular Salmon River! (The ONLY thing negative I have to say … and it’s a tiny matter … is that the microwave is too weak. Maybe an upgrade in the future?) Again, loved the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Salmon Cabin

Great property about 20 miles south of Salmon. View and river proximity as advertised. No cable, but streaming capabilities. Tv in bedroom requires casting. This aspect should be better explained on website.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2023
There is no cable service available in the area. There is also a DVD player and DVD’s in the hutch in living room.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

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

Rustic, Relaxing Cabin

My sister and her husband and I enjoyed the deck and beautiful river scenery. Very quiet, relaxing. We grilled one night, cooked others. We did a day rafting on the Salmon (fun—tons of exotic wildlife!). We did a day at Goldbug Hot Springs (spectacular) and Williams Lake. Saw the Ghost Town. Long drives to get places, and not tons to do. But if you are looking for peace and quiet, it’s perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lafe B.

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

Nice place on t e river

Second time we stayed here, met our needs, close to the area we wanted to be. Just for us it was just too hot this time of year so we’ll see how it works up next year. I’m assuming this property is used for hunting and fishing so a hose outside for you so might be nice. be careful of the low branch on the three backing into the driveway.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2022
Thanks for heads up about tree limb, will get it taken care of next week. There is always a hose for watering out front by the porch.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alfred H.

It was great!

This is a great cabin, that has all you could possibly need. We enjoyed sitting on the terrace, as well as in the comfy chairs in the living room. The kitchen is abundantly equipped, there's speedy wifi, the beds are great (well, we tested only one queen bed). I recommend this to anyone! Oke, there is a huge satelite dish in the garden, but no satelite TV, but I don't complain... Thanks you owners, for letting us stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you..that satellite dish should be in a museum haha! My Dad put it in in '73 one of the first ever made. The cabin is set up to use Wifi on the TV, Netflix or Amazon or Hulu or whatever your preference. There are also lots of movies a DVD player and games, cards etc.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Beautiful!!!!

My husband and I stayed in this adorable cabin for 4 nights. I can't begin to describe how amazing this property was! The cabin itself was spotless clean. I haven't stayed in a property that was this well equipped! The washer and dryer was so convenient after a day spent at the hot springs. The back deck was a stone's throw from the Salmon River. We spent many hours on the deck watching the river flow by. It was so relaxing! We utilized the gas grill for cooking our dinners. If I am in the area again, I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya T.

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

Beautiful

The property is Great, amazing view! The house is well maintained and has everything you need for a comfortable stay away from home. The only black mark on this property is the neighbors. We are responsible adults in our 50’s, who have spent our entire lives serving the public in fire & rescue. We came to Idaho for a break from the stress of COVID & MPLS riots, only to get a call from the owner to say the neighbors were complaining about us-Not for the loud, late night drinking parties but because we drove 20 MPH instead of 15 down the road, because we parked a horse trailer in the ditch for 2 hours from 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm as our friends joined us for dinner ( blocking NO ONE at that time of night) and lastly because WE almost hit the neighbor who mindlessly darted out right in front of US on her lawn mower. In a world that truly has shown us nothing but horror, ugliness and death lately, my only wish is that people could find some compassion. Compassion for their neighbors, compassion for complete strangers that they know nothing about or their circumstances. PS the neighbors may want to talk to the other neighbor who drives the Chevy Truck 45 MPH down their road. He ran us off the road because our 20 MPH was not fast enough for him.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2020
We ask, in the note with directions, that guests drive slowly because there is so much wildlife, elders and kids on four wheelers around, even at night, on the road. We made every effort to be courteous and respectful when making the call. We are so glad you enjoyed the cabin, and make every effort to make sure it's comfortable and cozy.

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Gina Friccero

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The cabin was built by Gina's Dad in 1972. A retired Marine, he enjoyed the outdoors and fishing. We have continued to update it and added the new deck. All of the rock work in the fireplace and walls, as well as walkways outside were built by Casey Peru, Gina's Dad. The beautiful light fixtures and one of a kind wooden tables, lamps and cabinets were also built by Casey.

Why they chose this property

We inherited this property and all of Casey's amazing work when he passed away a few years back. We decided to rent it so that we can continue to improve and update it.

What makes this property unique

Bird watching is amazing. On the flight path for many migratory birds, combined with a large, diverse bird localized population there is always something interesting to see. If you enjoy the back country you can drive or hike to many beautiful areas. There are beautiful hot springs close by and many interesting things to see and do in the Salmon area.

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