On the Payette River, this Craftsman-style home invites relaxation. Unwind on the spacious deck overlooking the river or explore nearby forest and mountain views. The open great room features cherry floors, a large kitchen with island and barstools, 10 ft ceilings, and picture windows framing serene vistas.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10269 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen
Our home is Craftsman-style - open and comfortable, on the Payette RIver. Tucked in the forest downriver from the Shore Lodge with a spacious deck that looks out over the river below - the beauty and tranquility here make it the perfect retreat and a great place to celebrate family and friends being together. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood, with lovely full-time neighbors, so the only wildlife we want here are the ospreys, deer, songbirds, and the occasional fox.
The 2,100 sf main entry level features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a spacious great room with solid cherry floors, large kitchen with island and barstools, a walk-in pantry stocked with more kitchen appliances and extras, and a laundry/mud room. 10 ft ceilings and 8 ft picture windows looking east at the river and mountain views brings in nature's beauty. The 4th and 5th bedrooms are downstairs in a finished 800 sf daylight basement. A queen bedroom is next to a full bath. The 5th bedroom is an open living room area next to the queen bedroom, with a twin bed, recliner chair, and 65" TV. It's a great suite for families with children who want a quiet separate area. A self-inflating single mattress is provided, along with bedding for it, bringing the total sleeping capacity to 10 people.
SNOWMOBILERS: Yes, there is room in our U-shaped driveway for trucks and trailers, BUT, our full-time neighbors are disturbed by the noise and exhaust generated by idling diesel trucks and/or snowmobiles being moved into the garage after dark. If you bring your own sleds, you must agree to not start or run their engines or truck engines after dusk.
KITCHEN: open to the great room; fully equipped with all the tools for gourmet cooking, including a Cuisinart, large Ninja blender, pressure cooker, big turkey-roasting pan, enameled dutch oven, etc. We have granite counters, 2 sinks, custom cabinetry, and an island with 3 tall bar seats. Art tile backsplash with custom bronze tile and hardware. Dimmer switches throughout.
Dining Room: table seats 8 and sits along picture windows looking out to a beautiful view of the river and forest
Living room: sofa, wide snuggle chair and ottoman, plus a leather recliner. A new 77" SONY OLEDTV, AppleTV, Surround Sound speakers. High-speed Wifi, and YouTube TV and Netflix subscriptions. The river rock fireplace has a gas log insert that warms the room very quickly with a glowing fire and built-in fan.
Master bedroom: View windows face the river. California King natural latex bed, large bathroom with heated limestone floors, a separate toilet room, walk-in double showerhead shower with ceramic and bronze art tile, and a walk-in carpeted closet. The bedroom has a door out to the deck.
2nd bedroom: at the front of the home, King bed.
3rd bedroom: Queen bed, dresser, and desk.
Guest bath: tub and shower, 2 sinks, and a linen closet. Next to the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms.
4th bedroom + 1: In the private suite downstairs - an 800 sf daylight basement. The bedroom has a Queen bed and adjacent full bath with shower/tub. Also downstairs is a bonus room with a 65" TV and one twin bed that serves as the “+” bedroom. A self-inflating air mattress is provided with bedding for a 10th guest.
Upstairs laundry room. Washer/dryer, Iron and board, lots of coat hooks.
A two-car garage opens into the house. Remote garage door opener provided. Beach chairs, towels, bicycles, and coolers. are there for your use.
HANDICAPPED: There are 2 stairs at the front entrance to the home, and from the garage, there are 2 shallow stairs.
We had Air-Conditioning installed in Sept. 2022.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No smoking on the property.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start a load of towels in the washing machine. It takes the cleaners longer to do the laundry than it does to clean the whole house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Solid Cherry floors: No Shoes to be worn in the house. No smoking on the property. No parties
This is a family house in a family neighborhood, so you must keep the noise level down. We love our neighbors and want them to keep loving us.
We only rent to guests who have a 4 star rating on VRBO. If you aren't rated, please describe your group and ages. Read: NOT a party house.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property.
Important information
You need to know
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 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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in McCall, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Central Idaho Historical Museum and Old General Store & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Manchester Ice & Event Center and Mountain Monet. Travelling with kids? Consider McPaws Thrift Store and Activity Barn. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our McCall travel guide
Is On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen located?
This family-friendly McCall holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of The Cove Spa, Rotary Park and Payette Lake. Manchester Ice & Event Center and McPaws Thrift Store are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen Reviews
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Fabulous house that was very comfortable for our family and fully stocked. I like to cook and the kitchen had every utensil we needed. Great location in a quiet neighborhood--perfect for stroller walks with our grandson. We spent a lot of time on the large back porch watching the river and wildlife. Highly recommend and would definitely book again. Host was responsive and accommodating.
Beautiful and well maintained home! Super comfortable for our large family! Gorgeous view from the large deck! Close access to everything fun in McCall! We will return for sure!
Our group of friends enjoyed a wonderful weekend in this lovely home. We relaxed, talked and cooked all while enjoying the gorgeous view of deep snow by the river.
Very open and inviting floor plan. Charming property. Beautiful deck and outstanding kitchen.
Quiet yet very close to anything you might need in McCall.
From booking till after checkout….Ken was very informative and accommodating.
Will undoubtedly return….
This was our first VRBO experience and we could NOT have made a better choice! After initially booking with a different property, we discovered that the pictures vs descriptions were vastly different and reviews from previous guests supported our discovery. :(
After cancelling that VRBO and then pivoting to our booking with Ken and Valerie's property- we knew we made the best decision right from our very first communications with them. They made themselves available for every question this nervous bride-to-be had, and went above and beyond to make sure we had all the information we needed.
From the first step in the door, my family and friends from Ohio (some of which had never been to Idaho) were literally awestruck with not only the detailed beauty of the home, but the porch that overlooks the gorgeous Payette River. We enjoyed the space so much that we cancelled all of our week's dinner reservations in McCall and cooked homemade meals in the gourmet kitchen.
As a biologist that works with birds we spend almost every waking moment on the porch birding, and loved the surprise visits of deer crossing the river in the morning mist with their fawns, and 3 handsome young bucks that would graze in the bushes on the rivers edge.
We were over the moon to know that we could provide an unforgettable experience for our friends and family that will be talked about for years to come. Thank you Ken and Valerie!
~Heather and Adam
Extremely well-stocked cabin in a quiet neighborhood close to everything. Plenty of room and a great deck overlooking the river. We saw osprey hunt, deer and fawns, and a bear across the river. We have stayed in various rental properties in McCall every summer for 30 years, and this is one of the top cabins our family has stayed in. Highly recommend. Hosts are very responsive and have thought of many extras to include to make your stay great.
A Gem of a Property with a Gorgeous View of the River!
We absolutely LOVED our stay. The home was well-appointed with great attention to detail. From the custom floor tiles to the thoughtful decor, and everything you might need for a home away from home, and just a short drive from downtown. The kitchen was very well stocked. In fact, we had fun trying to find items they didn't have, but nope, they had EVERYTHING! Coffee, cocktails and dinners on the deck were sublime. We were also treated to an epic thunderstorm while we cozied up on the covered deck. We will definitely be back!
Beautiful view and the kitchen had anything you needed. My family enjoyed McCall the biggest complaint was the beds were a bit firm for us and we didn’t get the best rest.
Everything was fantastic! Everything has been considered. There are wonderful, clear instructions for everything. We loved sitting on the deck every day and having coffee looking at the river and listening to the birds. It's close to town, but not too close. In a really nice neighborhood. Even better in person! It's very evident that this is someone's warm and well designed home. I'd give it 10 starts if I could. So grateful! I'd book again and again!
This is our second time staying at this pristine property. The views are spectacular and it is the cleanest, most well kept home we have ever rented on VRBO. It had all the amenities of home. We had a wonderful stay and we will be back! Thank you so much!
This was an amazing home! Large windows with a beautiful view of the Payette River. Tastefully decorated with a wide array of amenities. This home met all our needs and then some. The photos don’t begin to show wonderful this property is. We had a fabulous time!
Small group of friends for my wife’s birthday. This place is absolutely beautiful and perfect for the weekend. The whole process was as easy as you could imagine. Highly recommended.
We loved the area , house, community. We all fit comfortably in the property and enjoyed dinners on the deck- the only issue- it was hot the days we rented ( in the 90s) and we were all uncomfortable. Watch the weather - it can be Hot in July.
Our family of 6 adults ages 25 to 62 thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house is even more beautiful than the photos. The best part was the private view of the river from the main rooms of the house. We didn’t mind the one rainy/snowy day because staying in was so cozy and relaxing.
The kitchen was the most well equipped of any VRBO we have ever stayed in. Even the knives were sharp!
The house - exquisite with a great deck overlooking the river. The view - spectacular. The interior - artistic, welcoming, very clean, incredible tile and wood work, wonderful heated floor in the master bathroom. The accommodations - spacious, comfortable beds and furniture, lots of bath and kitchen towels, very well stocked kitchen and pantry. The hosts - engaged and responsive. This is a terrific property. If you stay, notice the small things, like the brass inserts between the tiles - created by the owners, the binoculars for viewing wildlife (we see regularly saw deer, often crossing the river), swivel chairs for enjoying the incredible outside view or chatting with someone inside. We unreservedly recommend this vacation home.
We have been coming to McCall for 15 years and this is the nicest place we have stayed. It was very clean, excellent choice of cookware. Even a ceramic dutch over which my husbands loves to cook his sourdough bread in. The Basement room was perfect for my daugher and her 2 little ones to be away from the noise during nap time. The only thing that would have made it better is an easier way to get down to the river. We tried twice but the kids couldn't make it. I know its a structural thing and can't be helped. Other than that it made our stay there memorable once again!
Kalyn T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carmen V.
20 Jul 2018
Wonderful McCall Vacation Property!
This home has it all! Great location, beautiful view, and fully equipped. We are a large family with several generations and had to rent two properties this year to accommodate our growing family. We rented a lakefront property in addition to this property and there was no comparison in relation to quality! Though the lakefront property boasted a beautiful view, our river view was just as beautiful, if not more so because of the amazingly tranquil nature surrounding this home. Plus this home’s kitchen is the first home we have encountered in 30 + years of Renting McCall properties that even came close to providing the basic cooking utensils and provisions you would need to prepare basic meals. We were extremely impressed with this basic feature, because this home goes far beyond basic and provides more than you need. It is so well appointed I can not imagine what else you would need🙂 we would highly recommend this beautiful home and hope to visit again in the near future!
This really is a five star house and location. The owners do a good job of stocking the house with everything you need -- from first aid kit to fully stocked kitchen and pantry. Our family enjoyed a comfortable Thanksgiving holiday here.