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Vacation home in Challis with kitchen and fireplace

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In Challis Idaho, unwind in this beautifully restored 1932 cabin style home. This cozy house is the perfect spot to slow down and enjoy fresh water from a local spring, or take a short walk to nearby restaurants and bars.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cabin style home

Unwind at this beautifully restored 1932 cabin style home. This cozy house located in Challis Idaho is the perfect spot to relax, slow down, and unwind.

For adventure seekers, it is the ideal home base. We are about a 30 minute drive from Gold Bug Hot Springs.

We are in walking distance to local restaurants, bars, and the library. There is a local spring where you can fill your water bottles with fresh water.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Cabin Style Home Challis
Cabin Style Home Private vacation home
Cabin Style Home Private vacation home Challis

About the neighborhood

Located in Challis, this vacation home is in the city center and in the mountains. Challis Golf Course and Challis Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Land of the Yankee Fork State Park and Challis City Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Challis travel guide
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Challis, ID

What's nearby

  • Waterfall on the Snake River in central city Idaho Falls
    Central Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Challis City Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Challis Golf Course
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Land of the Yankee Fork State Park
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial)
    152 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tea Cup Cafe & Bakery
    4 min walk
  • Bux's
    3 min walk
  • Real Deal Smokehouse
    17 min walk
  • Challis Roadhouse Bar And Hotel
    10 min walk
  • Challis Lanes
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin style home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin style home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin style home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin style home located?

Located in the heart of Challis, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Challis City Park and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Central Park and Challis Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Cabin style home Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bailee D.

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

Great weekend getaway

Overall it was a great place to stay super cozy, clean and we stayed warm cant wait to come back its super nice to only have to take food and clothes!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie R.

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

Cute place

Very cute, comfortable and the place stayed warm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

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

Awesome older house all upgraded. Great VRBO

Was perfect for our recent fishing trip. Wood provided for the wood stove. Furnace worked great. Beds were confu and place was clean. Owner responded quickly with questions. Definitely will use it again if available
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay! Stayed with friends to run the local River of No Return race and this was a great place to sleep and recover. Place was clean, bed was really comfortable and everything was great! Only thing that could improve a little was I didn't receive the instructions to get in until the morning of our visit, which was a little unnerving. However, we got the instructions and got in just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

pb m.

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

Nice updated home

The home has been renovated. The master has a nice king sized bed. Home has microwave and even a washer and dryer (we didnt use them though). Very quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Very poor communication

Once we actually got into the house it was nice and clean. However, getting into the house was a challenge. No check in details were provided before the stay and I was unable to reach the owner at either phone number or through the messaging service on the app. We had to sit and ring the Ring doorbell constantly in order to get the code to get into the house. It took 3 hours to get into the house due to lack of response from the owner which should never happen. Even Vrbo customer service was unable to get ahold of him. So anyone planning on staying here in the future should attempt to obtain check in details prior to the day of arrival to avoid this happening to them. The host said the check in info is online but on the VRBO app and online and in the email I received it said the host has not provided check in details. Maybe he has on other sites but that’s not what I used. Other than that the house was fine, no concerns with the property, just the lack of owner response.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was great! Had a wonderful visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin, convenient location, easy kitchen to cook in
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ERIK J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in the heart Challis
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was easy and smooth from start to finish.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a safe quiet neighborhood. Lots of attention to detail with tasteful decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean property in the heart of challis. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan B.

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

Magnificent

Clean, well appointed, functional, charming, convenient, comfortable, wonderful!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property as listed but wouldnt call this a cabin so much as a converted trailer. It was in a neighboorhood so not much seclusion. Did have a small outdoor firepit but is located next to the street. Inside was spacious and beds were comfortable. Nice restaurant's and diners close by and the food was delicious. Overall I would recommend a stay here. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judson B.

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

Great little house!!!

Upon arrival check in was simple, the residence is very clean and easy to find. Over all a great value and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
unfortunately there was no lawn or place to sit outside. The outside appearance was not very welcoming. There was an A/C unit in the front window but bedrooms became warm with doors closed,there were no screens on some windows so I wasn't comfortable having it open. Vaccum didn't work. The bath/shower was difficult to get into.The overall feel was fun and interesting,perfect size and central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good house in challis

Good location good communication with host could be a little cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise O.

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

nice home

Nice property and everything needed. Owner responds. One thing being a few older women, the shower will be hard to get into and slippery. great time thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bradley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pleasant stay but not as dog friendly.

Our stay was excellent. It was very clean and well kept. We had to locate the water heater to turn that on during our stay. I also want to make it known to other future guests that this is not as friendly of a pet home as it would seem with the description. They request that pets stay off of all furniture. While I respect their decision for this, I will admit it would be better to know that rule before hand in the event you don't have the proper items to adhere to that rule. I hope this information helps for future guests if they plan on staying here, especially if they bring their pets along.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jalayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

Check-in time is at 2pm - I reached out to property owner/manager at 1:45pm day of check in, about the check-in details, because they had not been released yet. The phone number on the property to contact the owner was not in service so I had to message him through VRBO only. There was some back and forth on what check-in time was now to be expected - the check in time was moved from 2pm to 6pm due to cleaner having some issues and owner revealed his working phone number at 4pm. Upon arrival, the house was beautiful! 5/5 stars. Some issues we had: -Dishwasher was broken and that was not disclosed until 4:30pm on check-in day. -The bedrooms are not centrally heated so the bedroom doors had to be open to get heat. Only heater was located in living room. We would stay again, however, better communication would need to take place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, nicely kept and comfortable. Perfect for our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, received our key code way in advance and had no issues. Would recommend for anyone staying in the Challis area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

SUSAN N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Too many RULES!

Nice place, clean and modern, comfy king bed. BUT….there’s MANY RULES POSTED THAT AREN’T MENTIONED IN LISTING….. dogs not allowed on carpet or furniture, no SHOES on carpet, must STRIP ALL SHEETS, couldn’t use any dishes for dog. Had a detailed description of how exactly to close shower curtain. Now I’d never allow dogs on furniture but not on carpet?! And taking off shoes on carpet!!! Jeez! Bathtub was cute as an old fashioned cattle watering metal tub but it was so high I couldn’t step over to get in, although I have balance issues and a bum leg that can’t raise that high. I wish I knew it was that high before booking. I could see picture but couldn’t tell how tall it really was. Bed was very tall, mattress nice and firm and supportive with a nice pillowtop type mattress pad. It was so nice to have a king bed! Wood burning stove was nice and entire place has a nice rustic, but modern cabin feel. Now in addition to $145 rate, I paid $50 for pets, $30 for cleaning and $20 service fee….so don’t you think THEY could do the bedding…at LEAST? Isn’t that exactly what I’m PAYING FOR? So overall, I wouldn’t choose this place again. Not enough "service" offered and I think they need to change to NO PETS as it’s not really pet friendly. I need to say my 2 dogs are 25lb extremely well trained and well behaved Australian Shepherds. It’s not like I had two giant wild crazy dogs running around. Funny how some of these “rules” really irked me and left a bad taste in my mouth. I’ve stayed in at least 20 VRBOs and never found any as fussy as this one. I have photos but don't see a way to attach them to this review.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H.

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

Comfy spot, kind host

Our stay at Jason's house was wonderful. With a party of four adults, two kids, and a dog, everybody had their own sleeping space, and plenty of room for lounging in the living room. The new appliances in the kitchen were a serious perk, and we really appreciated the on-demand water heater for providing us all with a great shower experience without having to worry about hot water supply. Jason was a joy to communicate with! He welcomed us warmly and gave us all the little tips needed to make our time in Challis the best possible. If you want to visit Goldbug Hotsprings, they Pahsimeroi Valley, or any of the many other natural beauties of the area, Jason's house makes a great base camp!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan T.

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

Beautiful Stay

The mountain views from the property are gorgeous! Jason's place is clean, nice, and has everything you'd need. Especially loved the large sectional and the shower. The House Rules are only listed inside the home so be advised that you'll need to keep pets out of your bedrooms and off the furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022