Private & Cozy Cabins on North Fork of Big Lost River [Big Lost Ranch]

mackay, Idaho
$544 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

The Big Lost Ranch is located on the North Fork of the Big Lost River surrounded by National Forest with no other properties or people in sight. We have two sleeping cabins right on the river, plus one more cabin (The Bar) which serves as your cooking area. ( This is not a full kitchen). These cabins are 18 miles from Sun Valley yet our location offers serenity, peace and a backdrop worthy of a postcard. I only book one party at the time, so you get to relax in privacy in your own cozy cabin,and your own bar.

The recreational opportunities in the surrounding areas are endless! You'll find amazing hiking, mountain biking, and of course miles of fly- fishing water. We have fly fished here for 30 years, and happy to share some secrets. We are nestled in between the Boulder and Pioneers Mountains with beautiful 360 degree views right from your cabin . Our property is the perfect base camp for exploring the many beautiful mountain lakes, or the closest to Mount Borah. Our property is a natural playground for children, dogs, and nature lovers.

Included in the price is the authentic western bar, for inside cooking and dinning. We also have a gas barbecue and outside stove for outdoor cooking. The bar has a small refrigerator, dishes, glasses, bowls, utensils, a double sink, hot water, hot plate, toaster/convection oven, coffee, and many more items. There is no dishwasher! No garbage disposal! Composing and recycling is necessary, since i need to bring the trash to town.

Our property is just about 1/2 hour from Sun Valley . Our ranch allows you to stay in a private and save environment. We only accept one group at a time, so you are guaranteed 100% privacy when staying at the cabins. If you are an outdoors lover, and enjoy peace and nature we are the right place for you.

We added wi-fi to the cabins this year!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Outdoor Shower Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English German
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Ecotours Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    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 Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: You Can Smoke In The Bar Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 01:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Deb W.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Awesome location! Beautiful view! Gracious and helpful on-site hosts. Clean and eclectic rooms. Comfortable beds and hot showers. Excellent fishing, but not on the stream section flowing by the cabins. We are very pleased we rented it, you will be, too!

  • Cindi S.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    It is just what we wanted and more. It is a peaceful rustic getaway that will allow natures energy to reset the effects of suburban living. Fresh air, clean water & natures planetarium after dark. If your spirits still need to be lifted go to the bar and enjoy your other spirits. After looking at many cabins I was drawn to this property, there was something special that you could say, called my name. The owners Justine & Steve are excellent hosts that really want you to enjoy your stay and enjoy the property. They made us feel like family. We wanted to go on local hikes and they were helpful with information about where to go. Would we go back? Yes. If you want to have a cell phone in your hand with a signal (your cell phone will only be useful to take photos) & paved roads, this is not for you.

  • Will F.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2023

    Stayed Jun 27, 2023

    This is a pretty special spot in the middle of the mountains. Lots of fishing opportunities and spectacular views. Wild game each day passing by. Thank you Justine and Steve. Very helpful suiting my 10 year old son with fishing gear. Consider bringing firewood for a good fire at night.

  • Derek S.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2021

    Stayed May 29, 2021

    We had the most amazing time at the ranch! Evening was perfect and even my teenagers loved being unplugged. No pictures can capture the beauty of the views! Just click the book button already!!

  • Olivia L.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2020

    Stayed Sep 12, 2020

    Our stay at Big Lost Ranch was nothing short of amazing. Justine and her sweet dog Chile gave us the world's warmest welcome upon arrival and a full tour and rundown of everything we could possibly need. My husband and I are frequent VRBOers- and this property is truly a hidden gem. We were celebrating our 1 year wedding anniversary, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful, peaceful, serene, and secluded location. Great property- clean, comfortable, cozy, and full of character and beauty! We hope to be back very soon!!! Olivia & Tom

  • Kim S.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2020

    Stayed Sep 19, 2020

    The photos of Big Lost Ranch are accurate but the overall impression and feel of this magical place goes far beyond. The individual cabins are cozy and sit on the river. The communal kitchen cabin is well stocked and gives the feeling of staying in a larger room. We loved spending time on our deck, in the kitchen with the wood stove and reading in our cozy bed at night. We walked and mountain biked. Justine and Steve are as gracious hosts as your will ever experience.

  • Submitted Sep 20, 2020

    Stayed Sep 4, 2020

    We’re a group of middle aged fisherman who spend a week at a time camping and fishing. We’re self sufficient in camp and on the water. This year because of COVID we were unable to go to our usual spots, and short our gear to camp, and found this spot. The location is remote but not too. The accommodations and bar building are clean and an amazing improvement over camping without being to too refined. The hosts are wonderful people and super helpful with local information that isn’t readily available. If you’re looking for a “lodge” experience with someone to cook and tie on your fly this isn’t the place for you. If you can handle yourself outdoors and in the kitchen but are looking for a step up from the car camping experience you won’t be disappointed.

  • Jay A.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2020

    Stayed Aug 24, 2020

    amazing funky, well appointed cabin in a wild location

  • Christine H.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2020

    Stayed Jul 25, 2020

    We loved Big Lost Ranch. Some of our favorites: hiking to the waterfall, falling asleep to the peaceful sounds of the river, watching the kids play in the creek all day with no electronics, catching a 10 lb. trout (for real), viewing the Milky Way in the dark night sky with more stars than you can imagine! And the outdoor shower is delicious! Thank you Justine and Steve for sharing your little piece of paradise with us!

  • Martha M.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2020

    Stayed Jul 6, 2020

    We had a wonderfulLy relaxing time enjoying the beautiful river setting with mountains all around! Hiking, birding, reading by day + campfires and stars by night = truly de-stressing experience. The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. I highly recommend the Big Lost Ranch to get away from it all for a couple days.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$544+
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