Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum

Ketchum, Idaho
$591 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

NOTE: There are more direct walking paths that give quicker access from the house to River Run Lodge (6 minutes) and Roundhouse Express Gondola (9 minutes) than shown in the automated times by the map above.

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WELCOME to 515 Wood River Drive, one of the original fishing homes in Ketchum, Idaho! We face the Big Wood River, with great fishing year 'round. And we're just a short walk to town, the bike path, and Bald Mountain -- Sun Valley's premier peak with great winterskiing.

Our authentic, beautifully preserved log home has been completely remodeled: two bedrooms and two baths upstairs and a large master bedroom and bath downstairs. But, we’ve retained the original log-cabin look of the original house. We were in love with the house when we first saw it; we love it even more after our extensive and careful remodeling. And, we’ve attempted to bring inside some of the outside that is historic Ketchum, the Ketchum we love. The kitchen’s hickory cabinets blend with the color of the logs of the outer walls. The white tile reflects the snow in season, while the forest green grouting and other green accent colors — like the green leather and upholstery in the living room — reflect the evergreens and grass of the spring and summer.

In keeping with our affection for the house, which we want to share with you, you will find a number of fragile wood carvings — of fish, beaver, raccoon, and bear — that we commissioned a Montana artist to create. We had another artist capture the feeling of Idaho in oil paintings you’ll find displayed in the living room, the master bedroom, and the hallway. The house is light and sunny; windows overlook the yard and the Big Wood River. It’s not a very large home; very few homes in this area, many 70 years old and even older, are not large … at least by today’s standards. But our house is charming and cozy.

The house comfortably sleeps 6 in beds. In special cases we can accommodate up to 8 people (please inquire if interested).

We love dogs — I am privileged to own two adorable Goldens myself — and have designed the house to accommodate the needs and safety of our four-legged friends. The property is completely private with an organic yard and mature trees, surrounded by a handsome fence that offers full security to children and pets.

~Mary Ann Peters

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

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

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    At Least 80% Organic Food Composting Locally Sourced Food Is Prioritized Recycling Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rafting Nearby Sledding Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

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

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Phone Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 Stairs To Reach Property 4 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas 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 Stairway Handrail Height (inches): 36 Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Sara B.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2026

    Stayed Feb 15, 2026

    Mary Ann was extremely responsive and very easy to reach. She had also provided the names of the property manager. cleaning service. We had a snow storm while there, and the cleaning service was out early the next morning. The location was excellent for River Run and for walking trails, and the grocery store was only a 3-minute drive.

  • anthony n.

    Submitted Feb 13, 2026

    Stayed Jan 29, 2026

    Beautiful with all the collectible antiques, quaint neighborhood, walking trail, closw to ski lift and downtown shops/restaurants!!!!!

  • Andy D.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2026

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    Our family of 4- 2 adults, 2 children (aged 10 and 12), and our family dog had a wonderful time here. We thoroughly enjoyed the close proximity to River Run Lodge and being able to walk our dog on the wood river trail. The fenced backyard was also amazing to have, especially in the snow, for my kiddos and dog to play in. Hope to return soon!

  • Andrew S.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 24, 2025

    Great location. Awesome yard loved by our dog.

  • Lauren S.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at this warm, comfy home! Loved that the home is pet friendly and so easy to walk to the river for puppy splash!

  • John and Maria W.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    We enjoyed everything about our stay. Our toddler grandchildren visited and we had a great time in the backyard with them and the dogs. Fishing right across the street was good. The location was very convenient for getting a cup of coffee on the patio. Communications with the host were perfect. We hope to return.

  • craig r.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Pet-friendly cozy log cabin decorated with many unique carved ducks, mountain and dog pictures. Had everything my wife and I needed for our 5 night stay, with our little dog (including a fenced in back yard.). Located across the street from homes that back to the river and walking distance to Wood River Trail. Convenient drive to town without being in town. Host was highly responsive regarding the couple of minor items we brought to her attention.

  • Deborah E.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    This is a warm and inviting home with ample space, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable furniture and beds. It has character inside and out, and is located in a quiet corner of Ketchum that is within easy walking distance of town. Shaded and cooler in the warm summer months and cozy in the winter, it is a great spot all year long.

  • bruce h.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Mary Ann's house / cabin is warm, cozy and a step back in time in a lovely and serene way. Perfectly located directly across from wonderful hiking trails, a 5-minute walk to the gondola / ski mountain and a short (15 min) walk to the heart of Ketchum. The fenced, lush backyard was perfect for our dogs. Mary Ann is a conscientious host who made herself available even while on an international fly-fishing vacation. Already looking for dates to return!

  • John M.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Great vacation cabin in an excellent location.

  • Molly E.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Booked the yard for my Aussie! Did not disappoint! Fully & securely fenced so he could run around and we didn’t have to think twice about it. Loved how tucked back away from the hustle and bustle that west Ketchum can become in the summer. This meant our little self appointed neighborhood watch security guard never went on duty and so we all got a lovely serene vacation! Miss Mary is lovely and very responsive- had a slight snafu with the fridge and she was on it to get it resolved by the next day. House was filled with charm, incredibly clean and odor free and stocked with just about everything you’ll need to get settled in. Reminded me of the Ketchum I grew up in. Will be back!

  • Wil H.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    Wonderful property!

  • natalie t.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Such a cozy, clean and comfortable stay-host was super responsive - we loved it and hope to go back.

  • Madison C.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    We had the best time staying in this adorable, cozy cabin! It’s filled with so many memories and has such personality which makes the stay that much more fun. It’s a quick walk to town and to the bike path. The host could not have been more kind and communicative! Highly recommend for your next mountain stay, I know we’ll be back!

  • Lisa S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    The place was amazing ! Thanks so much for allowing us to come in early ! We loved every moment !

  • Brett V.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Mar 25, 2025

    Very cozy and the owner was incredibly responsive.

  • Joe R.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    Very nice location. Great amenities. Get to use one spot in the garage.

  • Tricia M.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    This was our second stay here and we enjoyed it equally well as the first. It has old house flavor with many modern comforts. The fenced yard is beautiful and the location an easy walk to the public trails. Mary Ann is a very attentive and accomodating host.

  • Kristin P.

    Submitted Feb 25, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Home made for a lovely respite for our Sun Valley mid-winter family weekend (Couple, plus husband/wife 2 teens). Layout was fantastic and location convenient to slopes and town! House was clean and has everything you need to cook - and then some. Appreciated the signage posted throughout (vs hunting in a guest book for information). Communication with the host was good with timely responses. The living room sofas are somewhat tired. Primary negative about the home is the beds are exceptionally FIRM. As others have mentioned, there are lots of books to peruse and limited space to store groceries (outside the fridge). Overall, very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay.

  • Jason W.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    The property is located right near the roundhouse gondola and a short walk into town. The place was exactly as the reviews said. Felt like staying at Grandma’s cabin in the woods. There is a lot of stuff on every surface of this cabin. Not sure who is staying long enough to read the 200-300 books, would have loved a few more games and puzzles. The overall cleanliness was less than desired. It is a pet friendly house, and it showed. There was a lot of dog hair on the couch and things just felt a little dirty. The upstairs is very tight with angled doors and ceilings, but worked great for our kids. As long as you expect an eclectic little cabin, that clearly allows dogs, and is in a great location, this is a great place.

  • C Scott P.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    Great location, cozy cabin.

  • alison c.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    Authentic, historical, comfortable and welcoming. Fenced yard and outdoor terrace area is really terrific - private and secure! Plenty of parking space, room for bikes and equipment storage. Location is lovely and quiet with nature trees. Well set-up for our active family.

  • Judy Z.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    It is difficult to find a property where dogs are welcome, and we were grateful to find this house. Mary Ann is a very attentive host. When we left early because the internet speed is super slow and the pillows are hard/compressed/very uncomfortable, she said she would get right on fixing these issues. I would also say the whole house needs a serious decluttering: too many knicknacks, especially decoy ducks, too many books piled everywhere, and too many kitchen things. One or two of each kind of kitchen utensil is enough, as are one or two cutting boards - not half a dozen of each. Food cupboard is overflowing, expiration dates need checking. Lots of pots and pans - really way too many. Yard is beautiful, great location.

  • Robert M.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 10, 2024

    My wife and family were in the Ketchum area for a few days and we brought out two Labs. Regardless of the dogs being very well accommodated, the house and location was nearly perfect. We loved the home, area and accessibility it offered us. If you are a cook, you will find more than your average 'rental' kitchen stock. As there is no perfect possibility in some minds, I would consider bringing an updated bedroom pillow. The provided comfort was basic as one could expect. But we loved the comfort. Thanks for the rental.

  • Tricia M.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    Clean, comfy cabin near the river. Wish we could have stayed longer. Great host, great location.

  • Kathy E.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    As advertised

  • Carter P.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    Property located in our favorite neighborhood in Ketchum, very quiet, peaceful and beautiful.

  • Rosa B.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    We loved the proximity of this cabin to downtown Ketchum and to the bike path and the river. it’s within walking distance to River Run lodge as well. We enjoyed hanging out in the yard. Very homey mountain log cabin.

  • Christina L.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    Unfortunately, our stay was not like we expected, but it had nothing to do with the host. We were supposed to be a family of five, but none of our children made it due to flight and airport issues, so it was just my husband and myself. The house was great.. We didn’t need the upstairs bedrooms after all

  • Ryan G.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 15, 2024

    We spent a few nights here with our two kids and yellow lab. The property is exactly as described and shown in the photos. The location is hard to beat at the price. It is definitely quaint, with an intentional retro feel. The owner was accommodating and easy to work with.

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