Hand Crafted Log Cabin On The Salmon River With Private Sand Beach

Riggins, Idaho
$216 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

This quaint, rustic hand crafted log cabin on the Salmon River has views of the river and rugged canyon peaks that you will never forget . We are 5 miles upriver from the town of Riggins. The 24 hour sound system is provided by the big river whitewater and Cat Creek tumbling down beside the cabin. Only our guests and the owners and their families have vehicle access to a beautiful calm water swimming beach at the lower end of the property. The occasional rafter or boater have access to themean high water line. Tie up your jet boat, drift boat or raft on the beach. You can also launch a raft or drift boat from the beach and for larger boats there are launches a mile or two down river with easy water all the way.

The cozy rustic Cat Creek cabin has 2 bedrooms upstairs with a Queen and single bed in the main room, the second room has a Double and single bed. The stairs are narrow and steep and not suitable for some people. The bathroom is located on the main floor, it has a shower tub and stackable washer/Dryer. The kitchen has everything you will need to prepare home cooked meals, you just need to bring the groceries. The open floor plan has a dinning area and a modest living area . No matter where you choose to sit you have a view of the majestic Salmon River canyon. The spacious deck has a propane grill , picnic table along with chairs to sit out and enjoy watching the river flow by and Bald Eagles soar. It is air conditioned for the summer months and a glass front wood stove along with electric heat for the cool months, wood can be purchased in Riggins. The cabin has a StarLink satellite system , the cabin may be isolated, but one should be able to connect to most anything, and a new smart tv is located in the living room, and WiFi calling should allow calls and texts to be made.

We are in the heart of the largest concentration of National Forest public lands in the U.S. and a few miles up the road is the Frank Church Wilderness, the wildest piece of unroaded real estate in the continental U.S. . Our neighborhood is host to deer, elk, big horn sheep, mountain lion, mountain goat, grey wolf, black bear, golden eagle, osprey, bald eagle, salmon, steelhead, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout to name a few.

The Salmon River is the longest undamed river in the lower 48 and is appropriately named. The pole snapping Chinook salmon show up in May-June and the fall steelhead run starts in September and goes until spring. You can hire professional drift and jet boat guides in Riggins or try your luck in the Cat Creek Hole out your front door.

Our back yard abuts public lands and for the the hunter it is not likely you will see anyone else, it is steep and rugged, not recommended for those looking for a stroll in the woods.

The Salmon River is world class whitewater. You can take one of the most exciting 1/2 day whitewater raft trips in the west from Riggins or for an extended adventure, a 5 day trip thru the magnificent River of No Return Wilderness in relative comfort with one of the many professional outfitters.

And don’t forget your surfboard. Just up from our beach is the locally known Freedom Surf Wave. Its an easy paddle across the river and a short walk to the wave. If you plan on using the beach during the summer we recommend a shade device that withstand wind gusts, for those not equipped with a shade device one can be available for a modest fee upon request.

Riggins is located in the heart of Idaho, centrally located between Boise to the south. Spokane WA to the northwest and Missoula MT to the east. All 3 locations offer direct flight to and from several larger cities. All 3 offer unique sightseeing on the drive to Riggins.

The rustic cabin is located up a short gravel road above the river. The road is a bit steep for some with a couple of switchbacks., Water-bars are located in several spots to take the rain water off the road to prevent erosion and rutting. Behind the cabin is a moderately large turn around, plenty of room for cars and SUV to maneuver, Guest with pulling trailers should check it out prior to going to back of cabin. There is a good size backup located below the cabin that has been used for trailer parking and makes for easy turn around. 4 wheel drive is not needed to drive up the road, if renting a vehicle and not used to mountainous road one might consider all wheel drive cars as an option.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rafting Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Samantha

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    The view was spectacular and the location was great! Would definitely stay again. The only thing we would reccomend is the driveway could use some maintenance.

  • William Y.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 28, 2025

    Well stocked supplies, many amenities plentiful dishes ect. Dramatic views,comfortable,cozy,warm, washer dryer. From the time you enter it feels like your camp and or home.Thank You for your part in making our trip UNFORGETTABLE.

  • Randall Y.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    Excellent host and spectacular property

  • Gina G.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    The cabin was comfortable. The deck and scenic views were spectacular. Plenty of cookware and amenities. There was a recent hatch of leaf bugs so we spent a lot of time getting rid of them. One idea would be to spray the outside of the cabin with a bug killer to prevent so many getting inside the cabin and possibly a yearly bug bomb. We really enjoyed the beautiful private beach, the Elk farm down the road, and a beautiful drive up the river. Remote but close enough to town for a dinner out or groceries. Clear communication with owner! We will definitely book again!

  • Malia P.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    We had a great time celebrating our anniversary! Loved the view and it was a cute little cabin. Saw lots of wildlife and enjoyed our time on the river! Some dishes were a little dirty and the kitchen needed new sponges to wash dishes. One downfall was not having the private beach to ourselves. The owner was there everyday of our trip and we wanted to be alone for our anniversary. Ended up going to other beaches along the river and only used the private beach in the evening once. It was a beautiful beach and if you don't mind sharing with the owner it would be wonderful.

  • Erin M.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Cat Creek is heaven on earth! The cabin is charming and the views are breathtaking. A sunflower lined driveway leads to a private beach, just a quick walk to the water. The beach is gated and is quite possibly the best spot my family and I have ever enjoyed on the river. Also, since the beach is private and gated, being able to set up and leave your things is so convenient. The cabin is clean and well stocked. Margaret and her husband were excellent hosts, checking in with us to make sure we had everything we needed and readily available to answer any questions we might have. In addition, the cabin is only 5 miles from Riggins, which was really nice because we needed to go into town for a few things towards the end of our stay. I honestly think this was probably one of the best trips my family and I have ever taken. We have kids ages 7 and 9 and it was such a great experience to take them to such an incredible place. There is a picnic bench on the wrap around porch overlooking the river where we had all our meals! Really, the views are spectacular. The beds were comfortable and the cabin is just so cozy! We really felt right at home. Highly recommend 10/10!!

  • robert m.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    This cabin has one of the best views of any in America . So charming and had all we needed for an amazing trip .

  • Jason R.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    This piece of paradise checked all the boxes. We were looking for a communion with nature and it was delivered. I'm not much of a water person, but the private beach access was incredible, as were the views and seclusion. Our host Margaret was timely, attentive, and friendly. The cabin is eqipped with everything you may need to enjoy your stay. Pictures just don't do it justice.

  • sandy s.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Very wonderful. We had a great time.

  • Don S.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    We had a great time! Location was awesome, so relaxing and beautiful. 100% accurate description of property. Thx!

  • JOHN S.

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed Apr 15, 2025

    This is a great place to get away from it all and still be close to the town of Riggins. We were there for the Jet Boat races. Excellent views from the cabin of the Salmon River. Beautiful private beach on the river to park your boat.

  • Brent R.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    Awesome experience

  • Stephanie C.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    This cabin is so perfect! The hostess is kind and thoughtful, the property is great - and the beach - divine!

  • William M.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    Great stay, Love the view

  • Tamara P.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    The property is very nice. It was great to have a private beach. The house needs a bit more cleaning. When we pulled out the Hide-a bed, there was a lot of mouse poop and also the the cupboards had mouse poop.

  • Andie H.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    Everything about this place is amazing. The owners were easy to work with and extremely accommodating. We will definitely visit again.

  • Phillip S.

    Submitted May 30, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    We have stayed at this delightful property several times in the past. We use this as our base for hiking and fishing and watching the local wildlife. From the covered porch you can watch deer, elk, quail, doves, coyotes and several different colorful songbirds. The river always has whitewater rafters floating down or Jet boats going up & down. This property has everything you need for a great stay.

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$216+
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