Nestled in the gently sloping hills behind Cougar Mountain Lodge Restaurant, this beautiful cabin offers amazing forest and valley views. Guests can explore miles of recreation trails, a snowpark, and the Payette River out the front door.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Smiths Ferry Cabin by Cabarton & Snowmobile Trails
This beautiful, modern cabin is located near Cascade, in Smith`s Ferry, just an hour north of Boise and just across the Payette River (east) from the historic Cougar Mountain Lodge Restaurant. Also nearby is the Cougar Mountain snowmobile parking lot. It`s about a mile walk to the Payette River and the popular Cabarton rafting take out point.
20 minutes north, the town of Cascade features magnificent Lake Cascade, Payette National Forest, the Middle Fork of the Payette River, boutique shops,
The entire home and property are available for guest use, with the exception of a locked closet.
This amazing cabin is located in Smiths Ferry on the gently sloping hills behind (east) of Cougar Mountain Lodge Restaurant. Miles of recreation trails, snowpark and the Payette River out the front door. Amazing forest and valley views.
A vehicle is recommended. Snow Months:
During adverse weather months (not always, but generally December-March/April- review the forecast), it is required that all guests be prepared for the conditions. Four-wheel drive, tire chains and winter tires are required. The road leading to the cabin is private and maintained by a private contractor. If a guest`s vehicle becomes stuck, it will be the guests` responsibility to find a local tow company to extract their vehicle(s). We recommend Brown`s Towing. If damage is done to the road by guests, and especially due to guests getting stuck, it will be the responsibility of the guest to repair the road. Thank you for considering us for your vacation! Please take a moment to review our policies:
Reservation Terms: Full rent is due immediately unless a payment plan was pre-approved.
Check-in/Check-out: Check-in is at 4:00 pm, and check-out is at 10:00 am. Early check-in or late departures require prior authorization and may incur a $25 per hour fee.
Events/Parties: Events or parties are not allowed.
Pets: If you would like to bring a pet, please send us a message before booking. (ONLY DOGS ALLOWED AT PET FRIENDLY PROPERTIES). All pets require pre-approval before booking and a $75 fee PER pet will be assessed and must be paid prior to arrival. Potential $250 pet deposit/ PER pet based on following factors: age, weight, breed, amount of shedding and sex. If approval is granted but the pet fee(s) and or deposit(s) are not paid, a pet will be considered unauthorized. A $500 penalty (per pet) will be assessed to the primary guest if there is evidence that unauthorized animal(s) were outside and/or inside the cabin at any point during your stay. In addition, a group with an unauthorized pet might be asked to immediately depart, with no refund. In any event, damage done by a pet will incur an additional charge, whether authorized or unauthorized.
Smoking/Fireworks: Smoking, vaping, and fireworks are not allowed in or on the property. Any evidence found will incur an automatic $500 charge, plus additional monies for damages.
Damage: Guests are responsible for any damages and must report them to management immediately.
Courtesy: Please observe quiet hours from 10 pm to 8 am.
Cancellation: We abide by the cancellation policy agreed to at booking.
Home Furnishings: Please do not rearrange furniture or games. Any damage found at departure will incur additional charges.
Amenities: Management has 24 hours to repair amenities.
BBQ`s & Fire pits: Please note that where applicable, outdoor fire pits and BBQs are considered seasonal amenities and may not be available during the winter months due to weather conditions.
Fire Safety: Follow fire pit rules, and guests are responsible for any fire damage.
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs): Operation of OHVs is not permitted on the property but street legal vehicles are allowed on public roads.
Trailer/RV Parking: RV parking requires pre-authorization and a $25 nightly fee.
Hot Tub: If this home has a hot tub (not all homes have hot tubs), please follow hot tub guidelines; a $150 charge applies for `drain and fill.`
Wi-Fi: As cabins are frequently located in a rural area, please be prepared for slow/spotty Wi-Fi and internet. Management makes every effort to ensure the Wi-Fi is in working condition, but cannot guarantee the internet will always be reliable, and will not permit refunds due to Wi-Fi/internet issues.
Capacity: Adhere to agreed-upon guest numbers.
Management is not responsible for the following: fires, smoke, algae bloom, water levels of the lake, lack of snow, abundance of snow, changing of the seasons, temperature highs, temperature lows, power outages, rain, mud, ice, etc. We are also not responsible for insects and/or animals (including: mosquitos, ants, spiders, bats, bears, deer, mice, mountain lions, bobcats, any animals that get into trash, or their droppings.) With being located in the mountains, we do our best to prevent these issues, however there are instances where it is inevitable. There will be no refund for any of the above listed issues. Thank you!
Failure to adhere to these policies may result in eviction without refund.
Thank you for choosing us for your getaway!
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a river
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Rules
Thank you for considering us for your vacation! Please take a moment to review our policies:
Reservation Terms: Full rent is due immediately unless a
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Located in Cascade, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Cascade Golf Course and Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Cascade State Park and Payette River. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Cascade travel guide
Is Smiths Ferry Cabin by Cabarton & Snowmobile Trails pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Smiths Ferry Cabin by Cabarton & Snowmobile Trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Smiths Ferry Cabin by Cabarton & Snowmobile Trails?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Smiths Ferry Cabin by Cabarton & Snowmobile Trails located?
Situated on a river, this cabin is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Chapel in the Pines and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Payette River. Kelly's Whitewater Park and Armstrong Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).
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Smiths Ferry Cabin by Cabarton & Snowmobile Trails Reviews
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This is a beautiful and spacious home! It’s very clean however there were some small flying moths that were glad we had an indoor bug zapper for. The kitchen is expansive and pretty well stocked and this was nice for our meals in.It would have been nice to access the thermostat adjustment for ourselves rather than to have what appeared to be on a timer.It’d also be nice to have instructions on using the DVD player in the living room :)All in all a great place that we’d consider staying at again. We stayed for a full week during thanksgiving.
If you want a place far enough away to enjoy wildlife, solitude, stars, and lots of trees but still have all the comforts of home, this is the place for you. We're really considering staying there again next summer!
The house is very nice and would be great for multiple guests. Each bedroom has it's own bathroom and the living areas are spacious. Very nice kitchen as well. We stayed in July and unfortunately the outdoor spaces were completely unusable due to being overrun by pests. We were looking forward to using the fire pit, but couldn't because the entire patio was covered in ants. The front patio with the grill was covered in mouse/rat droppings. The house was generally clean where it mattered, but it was extremely dusty and there were some webs. The carpet could also use a good cleaning. There was no TV, but you can do streaming or watch movies. Lots of games to choose from.Overall a great place, but the outdoor spaces need attention.
Loved the house! Lots of space and very clean! Needed to get ahold of management and they were very quick and friendly! Will continue to stay here every year!
Wonderful quite location. Each of my needlepoint friends found just the right spot to stitch. One improvment, leave instructions on how to run the TV, turntable and other electronic equipment. Our group will be back nexy year.
Property is as described. Just a heads up, it’s a one way road, at least during the winter months and pretty steep. I wouldn’t recommend pulling a trailer.
Great Place but some attention needed - 6/2/23 - 6/14/23
This was our second year staying at this property and we were not disappointed this year either. This is a quality home, and the location is perfect for the quite & secluded experience we want. While not taking away from the overall experience, we found a few items in not as good of shape as before. The BBQ is a disaster waiting to happen in that the burners don't lite as they should. The propane flow to the burners is sporadic causing potential flare ups when lighting. One burner has a leak at the very front of the burner that flares substantially when trying to adjust the flame.
The leak in the roof needs to be repaired or there will be even more substantial damage to the ceiling in the living area. We pointed out this same leak last year to the property manager. This year the damage is visibly worse.
While television of some kind was not a reason for us to select this property, we arrived to find that there was no satellite TV this year. (There was last year). We were told that the homeowner had cancelled the service which of course is their choice. However, it should be disclosed in the amenity list that no service is available. Internet consistency doesn't lend itself to good streaming. While there, the PM said the service had been turned on. Unfortunately, there was no Dish equipment to make it available.
We love this place, and these issues probably won't keep us from staying again, but they need to be addressed.
The house felt huge! Large master bedroom, kitchen, and family room/dining room. We loved all the trees surrounding the property. It made us feel like we were camping but in a beautiful house. The house had everything we needed. My only complaint is that in the listing it said walking distance to the river and that was not true. The house was close to the river but it would have been a very long walk. We had a wonderful time and plan to stay in this house in the future!
Wonderful property in a great, quite area. The home was by far the cleanest and best equipped property we have rented through VRBO. The area is beautiful and exactly as we expected. Would highly recommend this property if you want a quiet and secluded experience in the woods. Quick access to Smiths Ferry Lodge, Cascade and Cascade Lake.
We had a great experience from booking to checkout. The house is lovely with very nice furnishings and appointments. Very reasonable $$ too. Great location any time of year. Beds were comfy. Kitchen was well-appointed with everything we could have needed. Will definitely return for a longer stay.
We stayed here for a wedding and it was perfect. The property is beautiful and clean. Communication with the owner was super easy but there was good direction on what we needed to do.
This cabin was very clean and fully stocked with anything you needed which was wonderful. We enjoyed the views and fresh air that would breeze in each night when the windows were open. The cabin was easy to get too and provide very good privacy. The only real issue we had was the beds were so uncomfortable that the each night sleep was nearly unbearable. After a few minutes in bed you would sink so low from the impression that it felt like you were in a deep hole. I would highly recommend this cabin once all the beds have been replaced.