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On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen

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Early evening on the deck, right about Happy Hour time. 8 chairs
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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McCall, ID
  • The Cove Spa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Payette Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • McCall Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • McCall, ID (MYL-McCall Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2, main floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3, main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4, downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5, downstairs

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1, Primary, main floor

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Hall Bathroom, main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom, main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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 manager

Ken and Valerie Swink
Premier Host

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Amenities

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Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property.
Solid Cherry floors: No Shoes to be worn in the house.
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.
Our neighbor directly across the street requests that nobody drive on his new asphalt driveway area, as you might when backing in a boat or trailer.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

McCall

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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McCall, ID

What's nearby

  • The Cove Spa - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Manchester Ice & Event Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Payette Lake - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • McCall Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Ponderosa State Park - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McCall Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lardos Grill & Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pueblo Lindo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shore Lodge Mccall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frenchie S On Thi - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Payette River - beauty, comfort, gourmet kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

McCall Getaway

A great weekend getaway with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay!

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JuLie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sibling Reunion

Ten stars!! Absolutely beautiful home, well appointed in a breathtakingly beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

A beautiful house with everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONY F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Great place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River House Review

The house is beautiful and well-appointed. Owner's are very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dennis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

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….
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Gathering

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rawlen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing River Retreat

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!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful River property

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.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini McCall Vacation

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert F., Golden, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

McCall - Thanksgiving

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful 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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen V.

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay for Wedding

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
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was good

It was good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay in McCall!

The VIEW! While the house was amazing, the view from the back deck was incredible! We spent every waking moment sitting and enjoying! The owners were super nice, quick to respond, and did everything possible to accommodate us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

This house was perfect for our trip to McCall! Super clean, well stocked, and plenty of room for all. We loved sitting on the back deck. It was so peaceful watching the river. We would definitely stay at this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

McCall Destination Wedding

What a wonderful home in McCall, ID. The hosts were extremely accommodating and the home exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S., Ephrata, WA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful home.

This home is perfect for 4 couples. We stayed on a long weekend snowmobiling. Driveway is not wide at the base to enough to take trailer around and thru, we had a 30ft gooseneck enclosed and a 28ft bumper enclosed, but backing one down each side was easy and we had plenty of room. Home was well set up. Plenty of towels, sheets. Kitchen had everything you could want, from pans, baking sheets, bowls, gadgets. Would love to stay here again and hope to!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected!

This was the perfect house for us. Enough parking for our trucks and snowmobiles and the house was spacious for our group of 8! The location was great too. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ken and Valerie Swink

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Ken and Valerie- We've been married 37 years, with 2 daughters and 2 grandsons. Valerie is a jewelry and tile designer from San Diego and Ken, her husband and business partner, is from Burbank. We reside in the North Diego area. Now retired, we have time to manage this vacation rental on our own after having not-so-good experiences using property managers in the past. We like to rent homes through Vrbo when we travel, so we know what it's like, and what good service and comfort is. Guests have told us the kitchen is the best equipped they've ever seen, even over their own home's. That was the goal.

Why they chose this property

McCall is a magical place. It hit us like a thunderbolt in 1994 when we first drove into town. Not that we had planned to buy a second home, it's just that we HAD to once we felt this place. Over 27 years later, it's still heaven to us. The lake, the trees, nature, and the locals - all enchanting. If we weren't such weather wimps, we'd probably live in McCall year-round, but Southern California and the ocean makes a great combination with magical McCall.

We found this house on a beautiful spot in Rio Vista overlooking the Payette River. The original house was built by Corey Engen, the Olympic downhill medalist who was part of the group that started Brundage Mountain Ski area. He also developed the Rio Vista neighborhood and kept this lot for himself. A bit dated when we bought it, we loved it regardless, and family vacations were blissful.

Until the great fire.

An electrical fire started when we weren't there. After the initial shock and tears, the loss turned out to be a blessing. We were able to completely rebuild, redesigning the floor plan and adding on a luxurious master suite. It's so much more beautiful now. The forest around it didn't burn - we were so lucky. We put in a circular driveway and lots of custom features. Valerie used bronze tile from our art tile line in her floor and wall designs. We love the Craftsman style, using fine touches like quarter-sawn oak cabinets, Arts and Crafts lighting, and warm wall colors. Big log homes have their charms, but this has a special quality to it that feels cozy, warm, refined, and peaceful to us.

What makes this property unique

Being outdoors in the forest is so wonderful that we made part of the deck covered so we could go outside whatever the weather. Especially when it rains - we love to go out and watch the early summer downpours. We also wanted a protected outdoor eating area with a gas barbecue. Two steps down is a wide deck with neither roof nor high railings to block the view. We line up the chairs, feet on the rail, and toast our blessed life. One more tip: Morning coffee out there in a warm jacket is heavenly.

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