Island Ranch Vacation Retreat; Solitude Amid Unlimited Recreation

Cascade, Idaho
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    Ranch house with The Retreat to the Far Right

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    Great Room

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    Homestead Bedroom with Sink

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    Homestead Bedroom Seating for Relaxing or Reading

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    Back Twin or King Blue Bedroom

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    Island Ranch Retreat

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    The West Mountains in the Spring.

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    Wapiti Payette River Crossing from The Island

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    Payette River from the Payette View Trail--Summer

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    Island Ranch Meadow--Summer

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    Island Ranch Meadow--Fall

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    Fall Color at Island Ranch Vacation Retreat

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    Island Ranch Retreat View

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    Big Creek with Ranch House--Fall

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    More Fall Color

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    Big Creek with the Retreat

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    Big Creek with Cross Country Ski or Snowshoe Trail

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    The Island Hut--Cross Country or Snowshoeing Warming Stop.

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    Elk on The Island

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    Retreat Bath

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Property Details

  • Bedrooms 2
  • Sleeps 6
  • Baths 1
  • Minimum Stay 2 Nights
  • Price $125 per Night
  • Property Description Mountain Setting; 2 bedroom, 1 bath fully equipped RETREAT
  • Regenerate and connect with friends and family in this idyllic setting. Delight in the experience of 'owning' a 730 acre ranch which includes our 500 acre ISLAND in the Payette River to get away from it all for unequaled R & R.
  • You will be the ONLY GUESTS at Island Ranch Vacation Retreat, so you can set your own schedule, your own activities, as well as your own pace--whenever.
  • Enjoy all of the 730 acre private working cattle ranch which includes our 500 acre Island bordered by 2 miles of the PAYETTE RIVER on one side and BIG CREEK on the other.
  • Imagine wondering the web of trails in search of the perfect picnic spot, beach for swimming or sunbathing or a private meadow to just enjoy nature and the wildlife.
  • Relax in rustic comfort in a 2-bedroom, 1450 square foot Retreat, SLEEPS 4-6. Room for family and/or friends.
  • Early risers can often see ELK just beyond their window crossing Big Creek to get to the Island's main meadow in the spring and summer.
  • Listen for ELK bugling in the fall.
  • THE RETREAT:
  • A fully equipped kitchen to craft gourmet meals created with your own perishables to insure you have your favorite food or necessary dietary needs.
  • Two bedrooms-- one with queen bed and one with twin beds which can be made into a king-- each with their own sink and one regular bath between.
  • One queen hid-a-bed and one queen flip-out couch in the great room. Perfect for children or overflow guests.
  • The great room features a sitting area for great conversations as well as a cozy TV viewing spot.
  • A separate entry and separated from the main house though they share the same roof.
  • A wood burning stove completes the mountain ambiance and provides coziness for evening activities such as playing games, sharing experiences, or planning future activities.
  • Immerse yourself in the second floor Retreat's spectacular PANORAMIC VIEWS of Big Creek, the Island meadows and West Mountain.
  • Peace, Beauty, and Tranquility OR ramp it up with one of the follow:
  • ACTIVITIES
  • OUTDOOR:
  • Utilize the miles of trails for RUNNING, HIKING , BIKING, BIRDING, PICNICKING, or just RELAXING.
  • PLAY, SUNBATHE or READ on Sand Beach or Swim in the Payette.
  • Enjoy our Informal WILDLIFE PRESERVE-- bring your Camera or Paints to capture elk, birds, eagles, osprey, etc. in their natural environment--no hunting.
  • Capture the views of West Mountain, Collier Peak or wildflowers on canvas.
  • WATER:
  • FLOAT or CANOE from Cascade to the Island--2-3 hours.
  • FLOAT or CANOE to Carbarton Bridge from the Island--3-4 hours--the start of a popular whitewater stretch to Smith's Ferry.
  • FLOAT from one end of the Island to the other--about 2 miles of meandering Payette River.
  • FISH along the shores of the Payette River.
  • WINTER:
  • Step out your door to CROSS-COUNTRY skiing or SNOWSHOEING trails
  • Ski or Snowshoe to The Warming HUT on the banks of the Payette--about 1/2 mile across the meadow (the short route)
  • Huddle up to a wood burning stove and enjoy hot chocolate or hot-spiced wine while you rest and get warm in the Island Hut.
  • Snow-covered TRAILS usually from early December to early April..
  • LOCATION:
  • 72 miles north of Boise on Highway 55
  • 5 miles south of Cascade
  • 6 miles to Cascade Lake
  • 34 miles to Payette Lake
  • 25 miles to Tamarack Golf and Ski Resort
  • 41 miles to Brundage Ski Resort
  • 31 miles to Jug Mountain Golf Course
  • 6 miles to Cascade Golf Course
  • 35 miles to Whitetail Golf Course
  • 35 miles to McCall Golf Course
  • 12 minutes to the start of the Carbarton whitewater run on the Payette River
  • Bedrooms Bedroom 1: 1 queen
  • Bedroom 2: 2 twin/ single Can be made into King upon request.
  • Each bedroom has its own sink and counter.
  • Bathrooms A standard bathroom with a combination tub/shower is located between the bedrooms.
  • Kitchen Coffee Maker, Dishes & Utensils, Dishwasher: New, Ice Maker, Kitchen: A brand new kitchen with granite counter tops, Microwave: New, Oven, Pantry Items: Additional items such as blender, mixer, bake ware, salad spinner, coffee grinder, etc. to help craft meals., Refrigerator: Standard Refrigerator with freezer and ice maker on top., Stove: New, Toaster
  • General Air Conditioning: Whole house exhaust fan., Clothes Dryer: New, Hair Dryer, Heating, Internet: WiFi available, Iron & Board, Linens Provided, Living Room, Parking, Towels Provided, Washing Machine: New, Wood Stove
  • Other Amenities Two miles along the Payette River provides water recreation.
  • Entertainment Books, DVD Player, Games, Satellite / Cable: Direct TV with a DVR., Stereo, Television: 32' flat screen TV, Video Library
  • Outside Outdoor Grill
  • Suitability Max. occupancy 6, Minimum Age Limit For Renters, Non Smoking Only, Pets Not Allowed, Limited Accessibility: The Retreat is on the second floor with stairs.


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