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Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay

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Amazing level beach with brand new dock, looking out from side of home
master bedroom
view from master bedroom thru kitchen to front deck and lake
kitchen
eating area in kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay

This cozy house is immaculate, updated and comfortable. It is light and on the sunny side of the lake. The house sits about 200 feet off the lake, large private sandy beach with private dock and a beautiful view down the lake. Recently remodeled, with all hardwood floors, new bathroom, granite counters, new kitchen cabinets, extremely clean and cozy. It has boat launch facilities close by (within 3 miles). There are two resorts with restaurants close by also. Silverwood Theme Park and Triple Play fun center are located within 30 minutes to 1 hour away. Coeur d'Alene offers many different activities including spas, antiquing, boating, parasailing, any and all outdoor activities, jet ski rentals, skiing, etc.

The house has a fire pit on the private beach with seating around fire. There is a swimming area that is very clean and safe from boaters. This is a family paradise and a very safe area for children of all ages. We allow animals, large dogs must remain outside and smaller dogs are welcome inside providing they are housebroken.

The house will easily sleep eight people in all new beds, sofa beds and linens with down alternative comforters and pillows for extra comfort. Everything in the house is new and of good quality. Anyone renting will hopefully find everything they need in an extremely comfortable and fun environment. Please give us a try. You won't be disappointed.

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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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 187427vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Harrison

Located in Harrison, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Lake Coeur d'Alene and Driftwood Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Coeur d'Alene Carousel and Frontier Ice Arena. Kootenai County Fairgrounds and The Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Coeur d"Alene, ID

What's nearby

  • Lake Coeur d'Alene - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Driftwood Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gotham Bay - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course - 26 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Silverwood Theme Park - 57 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Iron Horse - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Evans Brothers Coffee - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Unchained Taphouse - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Thistle - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Beach Cottage, just steps to the Beach - Lake CDA-Driftwood Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harrison holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Coeur d'Alene and Driftwood Bay. Gotham Bay and Turner Bay are also within 2 miles (3 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. 40 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene E.

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

What a wonderful place to stay!

We had a group of family and friends rotating throughout our stay. Everyone had a wonder time! The location is perfect, and the beach was amazing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Perfection

Already booked for next year! Love this place!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Perfect spot

Everything was amazing from perfect home, location and neighbors. We stayed 12 nights with family and brought our boat. Did get windy a couple of days so make sure you have good rope and safety bumpers to prepare. We will be back! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Idaho Getaway

My son and I (and our dog Sadie) enjoyed our time at Henry's imensely. The cabin was immaculate and the location was perfect for us. We towed a bass boat and was able to park our truck and boat safely behind the cabin just off the access road. Parking for our rig was a little tight right next to the cabin. The neighbors nearby were very nice and the cabin was well appointed with just about anything we needed. We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review. We strive to make our visitors comfortable in a clean and safe environment. We are so happy to know you all had a wonderful experience. Our vacations are important and should meet our expectations. Thanks again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

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

A little Slice of Heaven

This is a great little lake home that actually accommodates 6 adults well. The kitchen and bath were well appointed, and the bedrooms had comfortable mattresses. The AC was great for what was a very hot week. We brought a base and a large umbrella for the end of the dock as it would have been very hot out there worthier some shade. We already have plans to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2021
Thank you Lucy for the wonderful review. We will make sure there are a couple of umbrellas for the dock. Guest comments are a valuable resource for owners. Thanks again and see you next summer
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

Cottage Getaway

It’s a very lovely setting! The view is spectacular!! The first day, I saw a young eagle just out from the dock catch a fish and fly away with it! It’s a very peaceful setting with friendly neighbors! The parking was difficult—4wheel drive is a must. Also, remember your water shoes!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia D.

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

Excellent Location

Beautiful and right on the water. Do recommend AWD for the road down to the cabin. Beaches are a little rocky so water shoes are good to have. The cabin is small but well stocked. There is construction work happening next door so it can be a bit loud at times. Overall, exactly what we were expecting. Our family had a great time on the lake. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bett S.

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

Bike, hike, family, and lake view

My husband and I and our little dog stayed 2 weeks. Great location to The Trails of the Coeur d'Alene, and a few good hikes. The lake view is spectacular. The cottage was very well equipped but not alot if storage for food supplies but we made it work. The dock is great for sitting on or docking a boat. My son and daughter in law came to visit by boat and the dock was perfect. It is a little windy in the bay. There is a nice covered deck so if you have a day of rain there is still an outside spot to sit. The cottage was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yana R. R.

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

great stay with no dining table

Great location, nice neighbors. There is no dining table inside or outside, which left me speechless. We finally found four foldable TV dinners tables, but still, even a small table where a family could have a meal would make things so much better. The closest grocery store is at least 40 minutes away by car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2021
Thank you for table suggestion. We will get that handled. Also we are about 30/40 minutes from CDA grocery store so that’s why I suggest a stop in town for door before heading out to our beautiful lake home. Thanks again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

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

You will not be disappointed.

This is our 3rd time renting this gem. We are veteran renters on Coeur d’ alene Lake. While smaller than some of the cabins we have stayed in, this home is by far the easiest to unload and the beautiful flat beach access and dock is second to none. Much of the lake is surrounded by a steep embankment and often cabins have many steps to off load and even more steps to get down to the beach. Additionally, the beds are very comfortable, it has AC, and is spotlessly clean and easy parking for additional cars. You can go for ice cream in Harrison about 20 minutes south or in to Coeur d’line 20 minutes to the north. The owners are lovely and always accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra M.

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

Wonderful lake destination for families

My family had a magical time here for 5 nights. The beach, water depth, and dock were all great for adults and small children alike. There is a bit of a drive to Coeur d'alene but it's a scenic one. The firepit was wonderful at night to sit and over look the beautiful water. Definitely recommend a stay here if you're looking for a quiet relaxing time. There are neighbors right next door but they are wonderful!! Mike and Norma lent us firewood and told us we were welcome to use any of their lake toys as well. They were just awesome!! We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Thank you Terra for your wonderful comments. It is a pretty wonderful and relaxing place to stay. Hope to see you next year!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

It's ON THE BEACH!

That was the basic idea of the vacation, to enjoy the water. Being able to go out the door across the beach to the water was ideal. Nice new large dock to hang out and swim from. The house is small, but you can see that. Kitchen has what you need, beds were comfortable. Great windows for views of the lake. We appreciate that it is dog friendly with a nice yard on the side with a little out front. We brought our boat and moored it on the dock. Yes, Henry, it was plenty deep. A storm came up the last night we stayed and the owner let us use a lift on the next door dock which was very appreciated since the water got pretty wild. Thank you to our hosts, the other next door neighbor, and (Mark?) the maintenance man for aiding us to use the lift.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Great beach and lake front

We loved the lake front with a large beach and dock. The views were beautiful! The house is small but cozy. Unfortunately there was no comfortable place to sit. We used the patio furniture foot stools for inside the house. New couches would be nice! We had it all on our 23 night stay, wind, smoke (lots) and rain. Loss power for 4 hours the second night. Not enough storage for that long of a stay. 2nd bedroom had cleaning supplies in its closet so no usable closet there. Small dresser, bunk beds very uncomfortable, felt like sleeping on rubber sheets. Main bedroom closet was good. Smallest queen bed I’ve seen. Bathroom was good, nice size. Water pressure iffy. Washer/dryer worked great. Loved the deck in front of the house and the under roof patio for storage. Be careful coming off the deck stairs no handrails. And the stairs didn’t go all away across the deck there was potted plants there so you don’t fall off! There was one picnic table and 6 sun chairs. No unbrellas. There was supposed to be blow up paddle boards and a paddle boat. Had neither one. Sand is like small gravel and big rocks in the lake so water shoes is a must. Water was fantastic! Pattie was fast to address our concerns. What we wasn’t ready for or told there is construction going on right next door! :( But all and all a beautiful place for a short stay with not a lot of people! Patti was kind enough to give me a nights refund so we could leave a day early to beat the holiday traffic home!
Stayed 24 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette S.

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

Wonderful Home

This property was everything we wanted. Plenty of room for a family of five, with all necessities provided. Per prior reviews I brought two things that made our stay that much better, kites for the kids (we had one windy day out of six) and water shoes (water line is rocky-plenty of sand above though). There is ample shade and sun on the property and inside the home was cool and relaxing with views of the lake. The only problem was a neighbor's large unleashed dog that decided to repeatedly mark his territory in the yard and on our water toys and visit our leashed elderly small poodle, getting him riled up🤦‍♀️we believe they were also renting and on vacation and this in no way reflects on the owners of this property. Just a reminder to please leash your pups
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Fun family vacation

Cute little lake house. Beautiful lake view and sandy beach. Fun was had by all!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie-Josée D.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This property was perfect for our little family. We had some issues with cleanliness when we checked in. We reached out to the owner and she was very quick to respond and made it right. Otherwise, everything was perfect. The road to the house is winding and about 20 minutes from the Interstate. We needed to make sure we had all we need before getting up there. I cooked all our meals, using the kitchen to its fullest. The kitchen had all the cookware and utensils I needed. The private beach was clean, our burn permit was very easy to obtain, and location was serene and picturesque. We would stay there again! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

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

Nicest little cabin on the lake!

We love this place. This was our second year. The ease of off loading is unmatched. On Lake Coeur d Alene. The beach has a gentle slope and neighbors are friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Early June vacation

This property was everything we had hoped! It is a lovely house with it's own private beach area. Great location. Beautiful lake view and access! The house was stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable week long stay. The owner was quick to respond when we did have a question. Such a perfect vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Marlee H.

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

Girls trip

Great property with a spectacular view. Basic necessities included which was so helpful and cut down on our packing. Deck, grass area, beach and private dock were very kid friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott w.

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

Great beach, views, kid friendly

well appointed, clean home w great beach and dock. our chihuahua and doxie loved it, easy to launch Hobie kayak from property, AC worked great, wifi, dish TV, DVD player, well stocked kitchen, trash bags, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, high end TP (my son pointed out), loads of towels, great deck and propane grill, parking was good for the area, I could have gotten 3 cars in easily tho a bit steep w gravel if 2WD. waves can build pretty big if wind is right, but I tied up a jetski at a diagonal and it weathered waves well, beached the Hobie TI easily. Tap water not the best tasting for drinking so Id bring some other H2O. Great place IMHO
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2021
Thank you for the wonderful and complete review. Just FYI for future renters. We change out all linens season to season so it will be fresh for our next season to season renters.
Verified

8/10 Good

Valentina S.

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

Wonderful!

View is amazing! Access to water is great! Quite area and friendly neighbors!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina T.

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

Amazing location and family vacation

A great trip. Excellent communication with owners. Perfect location and amazing view.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristen s.

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

Slice of Heaven

Perfect little cottage with a breathtaking view! Truly enjoyed our stay and hope to return in the near future. Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with us :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kitty G.

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

Best View on Lake Coeur d’Alene

This intimate cabin has a stunning view of Lake Coeur d’Alene and a beautiful sandy beach with dock. It’s perfect for a couple’s getaway and fully stocked with everything needed for an enjoyable vacation! We thoroughly enjoyed our 10-day stay, as did our Golden Retriever, and we’ll definitely come again. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta W.

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

Peaceful Beauty

Our stay at this cozy beach cottage was amazing. The listing says sleeps eight but 4 would be perfect in our view. The house was spotless, nicely furnished and had a well stocked kitchen. We didn’t get the wifi info ahead but eventually found it. Instructions for trash was vague but again we got it taken care of as best we could. The beautiful view and surroundings made for a very relaxing and peaceful stay. We highly recommend this beach cottage as a destination.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Pattie Wozow

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My husband Henry and I bought this adorable home in Driftwood Bay on Lake Coeur d'Alene in North Idaho about 10 years ago. Our family summer/lake home is right next door and we jumped on the opportunity to purchase the house next door to rent out. We have met the most wonderful people who have rented from us. We love our guests and have many that come back year after year.

Why they chose this property

My husband Henry and I bought this adorable home in Driftwood Bay on Lake Coeur d'Alene in North Idaho about 10 years ago. Our family summer/lake home is right next door and we jumped on the opportunity to purchase the house next door to rent out. We have met the most wonderful people who have rented from us. Many Canadian's and more recently locals who are choosing to stay closer to home to eliminate the airfares involved with traveling further away. The house is so cute and extremely clean. It really is 'right' on the beach. Home was recently remodeled with new kitchen cabinets with granite counter tops, wood floors throughout, bathroom completely updated with new tile, sink, toilet and tub surround. Our home sleeps 8 comfortably. When you go out onto the front deck there are steps that lead to a grassy area and then right down onto the sand. There is a large tree right there for shade and lazy summer naps on the lounge chairs, but sun and water are also steps away. Brand new dock with protected boat slip, swim ladders, lighting for night activities. The dock accommodates patio furniture on the large deck area at end of dock. Night campfires are great in the fire pit on the beach. The neighbors all down the beach have campfires so you can hear the music and laughter from them as well. It really is a great place to vacation, you are in your own world or visit the resorts and restaurants within a short distance away if you prefer. I know you will not be disappointed.

What makes this property unique

If you want to travel into town it is about 20-25 minutes away, or you can go by boat if you have one. There are unlimited activities in Coeur d'Alene. Antiquing, hiking, renting jet skis, airplane rides, a beautiful resort to enjoy, wonderful shopping and fabulous restaurants to choose from. You can also go east to the 'Silver Valley' and enjoy a gondola ride in Kellogg, or again antiquing or hiking or tour a real silver mine. Another fun activity is to visit Silverwood Theme Park with a huge Water Park included. It is North Idaho's version of Disneyland. It is fun for the whole family and only about 45 minutes from our lake house.

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