Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake
Nestled in the heart of the charming mountain town of McCall, this 5-bed, 2.5-bath vacation rental is the ultimate getaway for any season! Spend your days cruising the shores of Payette Lake, hiking the scenic trails throughout Ponderosa State Park, or visiting the local shops, eateries, and breweries that make up downtown - there is never a dull moment in the mountains! Retreat back to the cabin to enjoy a barbecue with loved ones on the deck, followed by s'mores around the fire pit at dusk.
-- THE PROPERTY --
STR 2237 | Pets Welcome | Outdoor Living | Walk to Downtown Attractions
With a peaceful location and all the modern comforts, this updated cabin is the perfect home base for families and friends visiting the McCall area for endless outdoor recreation or simply to get away from life's everyday stresses.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, gas grill, fire pit, yard (not fenced in) INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, family-style dining table, wood-burning stove, 2 separate living spaces, hardwood floors, open floor plan KITCHEN: Well-equipped, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, ceiling fans, high chair, Pack 'n Play FAQ: No A/C, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 2 exterior security cameras (facing out) PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), RV/trailer parking, no garage parking
-- THE LOCATION --
PAYETTE LAKE: Art Roberts Park (walking distance), Legacy Park (0.7 miles), Mile High Marina (0.7 miles), Brown Park (0.9 miles), Rotary Park (1.1 miles), Davis Beach (1.5 miles) OUTDOORS: Harshman Skate Park (0.1 miles), Disc Golf Course Nature Area (0.3 miles), McCall Golf Club (1.4 miles), Ponderosa State Park (1.7 miles), Bear Basin Trailhead (3.8 miles), Payette National Forest (4.0 miles), Brundage Mountain Idaho Ski Resort (9.8 miles), Tamarack Ski Resort (20.5 miles), Gold Fork Hot Springs (22.5 miles) EAT + DRINK: Growler's Pizza Grill (0.2 miles), McCall Brewing Company (0.3 miles), My Father's Place (0.4 miles), The Sushi Bar (0.5 miles), Salmon River Brewery (0.5 miles), McCall Pancake House (0.6 miles), Lados Grill & Saloon (1.4 miles) AIRPORTS: McCall Municipal Airport (0.8 miles), Boise Airport (110 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 1 pet max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - Please note there is no dishwasher at the property - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras located on the front and back of the home, facing out toward the driveway, porch, and patio. The cameras do not look into interior spaces. Both cameras record video and sound in 5-second intervals when activated by motion
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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
McCall
Located in McCall, this cabin is near the beach. McCall Brewing Company and Mile High Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ponderosa State Park and Packer Johns Cabin State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Manchester Ice & Event Center and Mountain Monet. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
Manchester Ice & Event Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Payette Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
McCall Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Ponderosa State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Boise Airport (BOI) - 140 min drive
Restaurants
McCall Brewing Company - 6 min walk
Maverik Adventures First Stop - 4 min walk
Lardo Grill & Saloon - 4 min drive
Alpine Pantry and Provisions - 3 min drive
Pueblo Lindo - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake?
As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake on 7 Jun, 2026 start from S$240, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake located?
This family-friendly McCall cabin is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of McCall Public Library, Manchester Ice & Event Center and McPaws Thrift Store. Mountain Monet and Payette Lake are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This place was more perfect than expected!! It was so close to downtown & the lake that we could walk everywhere. The bathrooms were updated and the kitchen was big so it could accommodate all of us. Would rent this place again!
We stayed at the Rustic Retreat with 7 adults and 4 kids as part of our family vacation. The house was updated, very clean, and well supplied with lots of extras such as spices, nice towels, and kitchen items. We highly recommend this place and would stay here again!
We hosted a bunch of friends here for our wedding and they loved it! Most of them hadn’t been to McCall before and the location was perfect for them to explore. Lots of space, didn’t feel too cramped.
Kendall V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura
5 Aug, 2025
Updated Rustic Retreat Cabin: Walk to Payette Lake
Excellent! Location was perfect for our teens to walk downtown and to the lake, and the gathering areas were spacious for games and relaxing: huge kitchen table and two TV areas (the lounge upstairs was great for the kids). We also spent a lot of time outside on the porch--the picnic table was great. Fully stocked with dishes, etc.I'm giving this a 5-star because it was clean, spacious, and convenient--and communication was timely and friendly. It fit the bill for a fun McCall weekend with teens and their friends, plus a grandma.
Not terribly handicap accessible. Property served us well but my husband who uses a Walker could not access back porch. Toilets were also short for older people. Home was very clean and well stocked.
JoAnna S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally
19 Oct, 2024
family wedding
The house worked well for us, plenty of space and everything we needed. We had little kids, so a rail on the outside of the steps would have been a good addition. Great location.
Comfortable updated house in great location just a couple blocks from downtown McCall. Quiet neighborhood that feels like you’re in the country. Well stocked house with all the basics and much more. Kitchen has everything you could want for
cooking
My family enjoyed our stay in McCall immensely. Communication was great and the home did not disappoint. It had room for everyone and is in an excellent location. We could easily walk downtown, to the lake, or to the grocery store. We saw deer outside everyday! This was a terrific home away from home and we look forward to staying here again.
Michelle D.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alan
7 Jul, 2023
Winter Family Retreat in McCall
This home was just perfect for the 11 members of our family - 5 kids and 6 adults. The top floor has two bedrooms and play area for the kids and the downstairs has three bedrooms for the adults. The gathering place around the fireplace was great for games, TV watching or just talking. The kitchen has an impressive long table that could seat all our people for meals at the same time and was available for larger (more raucous) games. The kids made several snow hills for hours of sledding fun. The walk to downtown was easy and short - like 5 minutes - for a quick trip to a tasting at a local brewery or wine bar. A great time was had by all. Thanks
Alan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jay
7 Jul, 2023
Great for our groups snowmobile trip to McCall
Just got back from our annual guys snowmobile trip to McCall. Our biggest challenge finding a house with enough room to park our rigs and trailers and this house delivered! The owner was responsive to our questions on parking and made sure their snow plow person had everything cleared to where we could park (with disconnecting) a four place enclosed trailer and truck as well as another truck with three place open trailer all in the back driveway and then still room for two individuals trucks in the front.
The house worked great for us with garage access, 7 individual beds and a couch for our 8th person to sleep. We also liked the waking proximity to downtown. The house had all the amenities we needed. A couple things we had to get used to was the fire place is the main source of heating (each room has a wall heater) and there is no dishwasher/garbage disposal. However we adapted and it was mainly a non issue for the trip.
Would definitely put this home as one of the places we consider for our next guys trip to the area.
This property was amazing for our group. It was comfortable and in a great location. It was perfect for us. We loved the fireplace and large dining room table. 😍
This house is the perfect combo of small and large. it has 5 bedrooms but is also so comfortable that you are all together in the living room and kitchen. It just felt like we were at our house. loved it. Amber was so great to work with too.
Our visit to the property we rented in McCall was very clean and well stocked for any need one may have for a comfortable stay. Having 5 bedrooms was perfect for my family and the common areas were great for hanging out together. We highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to enjoy the mountains of McCall, winter or summer.
This is a great house in McCall. We had 11 in our party and we all fit comfortably. The location is amazing - close to everything you would want to do. The house was well stocked with necessities. Plenty of parking for our three vehicles (even with the large amount of snow piled up). Check-in and check-out was easy and I appreciated the informative email I received prior to arriving with all we needed to know about the property. Highly recommend and we would definitely stay here again!
We really enjoyed the weekend and would love to rent this property again! It was cozy and comfortable and had plenty of room for our family. The owner was accommodating and responsive when we decided to take our pet last minute. We loved all the well placed notes that told us where everything was, how to use the wood stove, where to park and not to park, etc. Thank you!!
It met our needs. We would have liked to have a dishwasher but we made it work. It was close to town and the grocery store. It allowed us to park our boat and jet ski.
The Master shower leaked--the door did not close completely.