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9.8

Exceptional

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1 bedroom2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Donnelly, ID
  • Popular LocationTamarack Ski Resort23 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Cascade State Park25 min drive
  • Popular LocationGold Fork Hot Springs32 min drive

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About this property

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

Lakehouse- Private Dock, Fireplace, Hottub, Firepit, Canoes, Bikes, Paddleboards

We also have a 2 bed/bath condo at Tamarack Resort in the newly constructed village for short term rental. Ask me about discounted rates.

Update February, 2021: Just finished full kitchen remodel with new quartz counters, custom backsplash tile, under cabinet lights, sink, faucet and new appliances. Rustic modern patina tin sheet metal bar with 4 bar chairs.

Update June, 2020: Just finished complete downstairs bathroom remodel with custom heated tile, custom tile shower, Bluetooth audio. Its gorgeous! Check out the pictures.

Update September, 2019: Just finished major master bathroom remodel with custom tile floor and shower, 3 shower heads, Bluetooth speaker in ceiling for music while you shower and heated floors...including heated floors in the shower itself!

Update Dec 22, 2018: We just installed all brand new high-end LG kitchen appliances and tiled the kitchen floor and utility room! It looks amazing! All new for summer bookings.

Very comfortable 4 bedroom (4th room is bunk room above garage), 2 bathroom rustic modern remodeled Lake House on Cascade lake with private dock, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, new hardwood floors installed, stainless gas BBQ, laundry room, bar, garage, wrap around deck, hot tub, brand new custom rock fire pit and patio, patio furniture, dock lounge recliners, and complete kitchen. All new furniture and a new 85" flat screen TV. The master suite is located upstairs with a king size bed, chaise lounge, 60" TV and master bath. Downstairs are two guest rooms which each have queen beds. There is an additional loft above the garage with bunk beds. All linens, towels, kitchen utensils and cookware are also brand new. The house has a professional grade water filtration system (all the houses in this area are on a well water system). Even with the professional grade water filtration system some guests notice a slight smell from the water compared to the water they have at home. As you can see from the reviews most guests do not even notice this. There is lots of parking for your snowmobiles, RV or boat. The boat ramp is less than quarter of a mile away. Ready for your vacation or weekend get-away! We take immaculate care of our house and want tenants who will do the same. If you will not take care of it and treat everything better than your own please do not call. Absolutely No Smoking or Drugs! We have two canoes, two standup paddleboards, two cruiser bikes and fishing poles for you to enjoy!

Also, do you want a new top of the line wakeboard/surf boat, fishing boat, jet skis, side by side utv, or snowmobiles to enjoy while you are there? I have a partnership with Redline Recreational Toys in Donnelly Idaho and can offer you a discount for any toy rental during your stay at the Rudolph Retreat. Reservations for should be made early as rentals can book out and be unavailable. Just let me know!!!

Please note the water level of the lake begins to decrease around the middle of August (this varies each year). Because the water is lower it will be a little muddier and not as clear. It is still a great time to paddleboard, canoe, fish and boat but the water will not be as clear and warm as it is in the summer time. The ramp to the dock will also be much steeper because the water level is lower. Our dock ramp is usually disconnected around the first weekend of September (this can vary depending on water level for the year) to prevent damage from ice in the winter time. After the dock ramp is disconnected you will have to climb down a steep embankment of rocks to get to the dock and water level. You can still use the canoe and paddleboards up until the lake freezes over but you will have to climb down the rocks to get to the water. You will see the rates are much lower in the fall and winter in part because of the limited lake access. The Boulder Creek boat ramp and beach is just a quarter mile south of our house. If you are unable to use the dock at our house in the fall due to water level feel free to enjoy the nice beach and boat ramp at Boulder Creek state park.

Winter Disclaimer: This area receives significant snowfall in the winter time. Our driveway is plowed whenever there is more than 3 to 4 inches of snow. There may still be new snow on the 15 foot pathway to the front door and on top of the hot tub cover. We have a snow shovel next to the hot tub and you may have to shovel the cover off to use the hot tub depending on when you arrive and the last snow storm. The BBQ and Patio furniture is put away around November 1 and returned to the deck around May 1.

We finished a major landscape, walkway and prior project that includes a brand-new larger Trex pier, rock steps to pier, sanding beach area by swing with rock steps up to rock landing where parents can sit.

Sleeps maximum of 12 people.

Weddings are allowed based on owner approval. There is a $2500 wedding fee in addition to the regular booking amount. This covers wear and tear, extra cleanup, and gift cards for our neighbors who have to deal with the noise and traffic.

Traveling by plane or don't have room for groceries? Ask us about our grocery shopping service!! Give us a list of what you want and we will have it all put away in fridge and in kitchen before you arrive!

Just purchased extra large aquamat!! So fun! Tie it to the dock, run and jump on it, try to stand on it or just lounge on it.

New 85" TV with soundbar in living room and TVs in master bedroom and guest room.

New for summer 2023....central AC!! Because of the high elevation of Donnelly most homes do not have AC however August is hot! After playing in hot sun all day its wonderful to come inside to cold AC.

We just got two new cruiser bikes. Now we have four total...with cup holders!! Go cruise the neighborhood or to Boulder state park down the road!

Property manager

Henry Rudolph 'Rudy'

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: If there is any smoking you will be charged $1500.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: A pet may be allowed for a $275 non-refundable fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: $2500 day use fee for weddings to be discussed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Donnelly

This vacation home is located in Wagon Wheel, a neighborhood in Donnelly, and is in a rural area and on the beach. Boise National Forest and Ponderosa State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Activity Barn and McPaws Thrift Store. Mountain Monet and Manchester Ice & Event Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Tamarack Ski Resort - 23 min drive
  • Lake Cascade State Park - 25 min drive
  • McCall Golf Club - 31 min drive
  • Payette Lake - 31 min drive
  • Gold Fork Hot Springs - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • Donnelly Club - 13 min drive
  • Flight Of Fancy - 13 min drive
  • Growler's Pizza Grill - 13 min drive
  • Cougar Dave's Food & Spirits - 13 min drive
  • Hot Shots Espresso - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakehouse- Private Dock, Fireplace, Hottub, Firepit, Canoes, Bikes, Paddleboards pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakehouse- Private Dock, Fireplace, Hottub, Firepit, Canoes, Bikes, Paddleboards?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakehouse- Private Dock, Fireplace, Hottub, Firepit, Canoes, Bikes, Paddleboards?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakehouse- Private Dock, Fireplace, Hottub, Firepit, Canoes, Bikes, Paddleboards located?

This Wagon Wheel vacation home is on the beach, 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Valley County Museum, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Boise National Forest and Tamarack Ski Resort. Gold Fork Hot Springs is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 97 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walt P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rudys Retreat
We had a wonderful 3 night stay here. It was absolutely serene. Tucked into a little cove, surrounded by moutains. Theres lush green grass right up to the private little white sand beach. The huge, updated kitchen was fantastic for cooking meals. The master suite bed and shower were amazing. We slept like babies. We had such a great time. We used the firepit and hottub every night. We enjoyed every moment and will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
We had a small Family/close friends (40 people) wedding and it could not have been a better location and setting. The remodeled Kitchen and Bathrooms were stunning. Loved every second of our stay and ended up to be amazing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We had a wonderful time staying here. Henry was great to work with and communication was fantastic. Loved all the amenities and nature to see all around. Great Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect slice of paradise!
We very much enjoyed our stay in this beautiful location! The house couldn’t have been more perfect for our family. We had access to the lake and the toys to play on the water. My guys spent quite a bit of time fishing which was the highlight for them. We loved time around the fire at night. It was peaceful and perfect! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geeta L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway!
Our family enjoyed our stay at this lovely renovated home! The home was clean and comfortable with all thoughtful touches to make the stay easy and fun! And the location is unbeatable! Property owners were friendly and super helpful both before and during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakefront propert
We had an incredible week at this home! We were able to dock our boat at the private dock, boat everyday, enjoy the beautiful backyard, the location near the boat dock, and a great neighborhood to ride bikes around. We enjoyed mountain biking at bear basin and going into McCall for restaurants and shopping. The host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with and made us feel very welcome. This has definitely been one of our favorite family weeks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charity J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Best memories were made!! Vacationing on this property allowed us to let loose and be worry and stress free! The owners were accommodating and communicated openly with us regarding any questions or concerns. Property is located in the perfect spot in the lake where we had no desire to leave because everything we needed was right there with us! The view is out of this world. We will be recommending to our friends and family and we also will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place!
Great home with perfect layout for families and amazing location with beautiful view! There was nothing we could complain about. The environment allowed us to truly have an amazing long weekend. Our family and friends have already asked if we can go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property on a beautiful part of the lake
Location. Location. Location. The house has a beautiful view of the lake, with a fantastic yard the draws you outside where you want to be in such a place. The property has many nice amenities such as hot tub, fire pit, and paddle boards that keep you outside from dawn to dusk. The dock is great for staging your boat and paddleboarding adventures around the lake. The host is very kind and attentive, proactively concerned about ensuring you have a nice time at their house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 8 + baby
Such a great trip! It was our first time at this lake and we didn’t really know what to expect. The private dock and easy access to the ramp was what made this trip for us. If you go for longer than a few days you may want to bring gas for your boat as there are no services on the lake to gas up. We had jet skis and a ski/surf boat and we had to make a couple trips to fill up as our kids burned through it. The house was very clean and cozy. We went in middle august so with no ac the house did get a bit warm for us from around 2-9 pm. However it cooled down at night and house was comfortable. Fans were supplied in every room. The rooms on bottom level stayed perfectly cool at night. My teen boys did not want to stay in the room above the garage because they thought it was creepy but I thought it was fine and served it’s purpose if you need the extra sleeping space. They ended up sleeping on the couches in the family room which was great. Rudy was AMAZING. VERY good communication and super helpful. House has literally everything you will need for a fun trip on the lake. So happy we found this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022