Cliffside Log Cabin w/ Large Deck for Enjoying Spectacular Views & Wildlife

Boise, Idaho
$199 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 7

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This authentic log home, constructed in the early 1990s, is stunningly located on the edge of a cliff in the mountain residential community of Wilderness Ranch, just 24 miles northeast of Boise off of Highway 21 on the way to historic Idaho City. The house has almost 1,500 sq. feet of deck on three sides that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside dotted with Ponderosa pines and populated by a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, elk, and fox.

The cabin features a cathedral great room incorporating a fully outfitted retro kitchen, a six-person dining room table, a large kitchen island that can seat four, and a living room with a wood-burning fireplace (which you are free to use, but you must bring your own firewood). Two sets of glass French doors open to the deck. Also on the main floor is a full bathroom with a double vanity, shower and jetted tub (not a hot tub!), all original to the house; a master bedroom with a queen bed and glass sliding-door access to the deck; and a second bedroom with one queen bed and one twin. Please note, however, that there is currently no accessible clothes washer or dryer.

From the main floor, a log stairway leads to a large loft, which features another full bath (shower only), a full-size bed and full-size sofa bed. You'll also find there a collection of several hundred movie videos and DVDs for your viewing pleasure on a flat screen TV! Because the loft has log railings with large gaps that present falling hazards, this area is not suitable for unsupervised small children.

Wilderness Ranch has privately maintained dirt roads and the road leading to the cabin is narrow and steep in some places. While a two-wheel drive vehicle is fine for accessing the cabin most of the year, you must have a four-wheel drive vehicle with studded snow tires and/or chains during the months when there is likely to be significant snow on the mountain (November through March). There can be significant climatic differences between Boise and Wilderness Ranch. Even when there is no snow on the ground in Boise, the roads at the ranch can be snow covered and icy. Also during periods of heavy rain (spring and fall), the roads can become muddy and difficult to transverse. No refunds will be given for poor road conditions or inclement weather.

Please note that as an authentic log cabin, with exposed log interior walls, in a wilderness area, there more issues with dust and insects than a regular house. In the fall (September/October) when the temperatures drop, we have challenges with wasps trying to get into the cabin, notwithstanding that we employ an exterminator. So if the sight of a wasp or insect in the house would bother you, this is not the vacation rental for you!

Be aware that cell phone coverage at the ranch (and on the way from Boise) is spotty or not available at all. However, the house does have a landline phone.

Please note the map may show Bogus Basin ski area as close-by, but those roads are not open in winter. To get to Bogus Basin, you need to drive into Boise and then back out. Trip takes about 90 minutes.

Final note: Pets and domestic animals of any kind are not allowed anywhere on the property, inside or outside the house. Violation of this rule will subject you to immediate removal, forfeiture of your security deposit and additional charges.

Read More Expand
  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    German
  • THINGS TO DO

    Golfing On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • William

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Amazing views from a beautiful cabin and property. Clean and comfortable with all you will need to enjoy your stay. The property managers are wonderful, local, and easy to reach.

  • Deanna R.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    The hosts were extremely welcoming, the cabin was very well thought out. It was very peaceful and relaxing with great views! And the natural light beaming through all of the windows is so calming!

  • Tracy J.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 30, 2025

    Our stay was fantastic! The cabin was perfect and had everything you could possibly need to make the experience amazing. The décor and amenities were impeccable. We will definitely be returning for another stay!

  • Shane T.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    No hot tub, small jacuzzi tub. Insects inside but not bad, to be expected in the hills, maybe host could fumigate a day before would be nice so bugs aren't landing in your food as you prep meals. Great scenery and wildlife in the area. Hot spring about 20 min up the road near Idaho city. Hosts were great and smooth check in check out. Other cabins around you but pretty good privacy

  • Lori A.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Half the fun was looking at all the different decor in every area of the log cabin.

  • Samantha M.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    This Vrbo was everything I hoped for and more. The views were breathtaking, the space was clean and unique, and every detail was thought through. Communication with the host was top notch. Peaceful, cozy, and exactly what you need to recharge in the mountains. I couldn’t have been more satisfied — highly recommend!

  • Nathan R.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Great stay. Highly recommend.

  • Seth C.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Excellent place to stay! Great views, outside sitting areas, & also able to enjoy wildlife while on our stay.

  • Erika W.

    Submitted May 14, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Absolutely amazing!!

  • Chris M.

    Submitted Mar 27, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    What a great property, lots of character, great views, and easy check in/check out!

  • Keith S.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    All was great

  • Heather R.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    This cabin met and exceeded our expectations. It was very comfortable, beautifully decorated and the hosts communicated very well and timely. The view from every window is stunning. Walking into this cabin made you feel like you're going back in time. The decorations made it feel like stepping through a time warp with all the great old and new eclectic things.Would definitely stay here again!

  • Grace E.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    We stayed two nights, it was lovely. The cabin is a real cabin with the wonderful smell of wood and the gentle hint of the aroma of many comfortable fires in the fireplace.We loved it. We enjoyed the fabulous selection of interesting movies and the memories of childhood invoked by the large collection of VHS and DVD movies for those of us who were alive before the advent of streaming services. The cabin is convenient to Boise and to the back country of the mountains around Boise.One drawback that didn’t affect the 5-Star rating was that we had limited time to book the place, and while there was an indication that 4x4 might be necessary, we couldn’t get ahold of the owner or manager quick enough to be sure. We booked it anyway, and then had to scramble to borrow a 4x4 vehicle from a friend to get up the steep road to the cabin after talking to the manager. Still had a great weekend though.

  • K RICHMOND K.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    This was a great place to stay to get out of town and relax.

  • Tim C.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    We stayed here with intent of enjoying the property and maybe some of the nearby hot springs. Due to heavy snow there was a road closure that prevented us from getting to the springs but the cabin was so nice we didn't mind staying to make snowmen and warming up by the fireplace!

  • Alexis T.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 19, 2024

    Property was very cozy, well supplied with kitchen appliances/utensils and cleaning supplies, and relaxing. The perfect setting for a much needed reset.

  • Joelle V.

    Submitted Dec 13, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    It's in a lovely location, and the directions to find it were perfect (follow them). We loved the morning walks in the neighborhood and the quiet. We know we were warned it was a rustic cabin, but the bugs were annoying (even though the bug company was just there), and one mattress should be replaced. According to a log cabin builder, the exterior needs to be sealed again to prevent the bugs.

  • Nitai L.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    The place was unclean meaning it was poorly cleaned and looked like it might have been cleaned a month prior then left to sit. hair on the bath towels and hair left in the shower. Dead bugs on the beds. The place had clearly been left to sit for a long time before we arrived. There were over 20 wasps flying around the house and 1000s of other small black bugs. There was no cell service at the house, they didnt tell us until after booking. No hottub in the house that was falsely advertised. We stayed about 2 hours and then left. Asked for a refund by they only offered half back after much effort and heart ache.

  • Al H.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    If you are looking for a nice quiet secluded spot for a getaway, this is it. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at this beautiful Log Home. It had everything you need in the kitchen and was peaceful and quiet.

  • kevin e.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    Incredible views. Saw turkey and elk on the property. Reccomend taking a drive up through the neighborhood for even more breathtaking views.

  • Renee W.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 9, 2024

    We stayed here after a 5 day backpacking trip in the Sawtooth Wilderness. It was the perfect place to unwind and relax. The house was clean and communication was great. We didn’t have any problems with a 2 wheel drive rental car, but definitely see how it could be an issue in winter months. We took an evening drive and saw so many turkeys, elk, and deer!

  • Adam R.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 17, 2024

    A cozy, beautiful cabin!

  • Jordan D.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    This place was awesome!!! The location up on the cliff makes you feel like you are in your own private world. We opted out of the long day trips to stay and enjoy relaxing on the deck. I will definitely recommend this place to others.

Your dates are Available!

Total

Includes taxes and fees
$199+
View details