Nestled in the heart of Southeast Idaho, Lava Family Inn and Spiritual River Sanctuary offers a serene retreat surrounded by mountains, public land trails, and over a mile of river frontage. Perfect for family reunions or weddings with its secluded grounds featuring wildlife sightings almost daily.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 60465 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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About this property
8 Bedroom, 5 1/2 Bathroom Vacation Home Near Lava Hot Springs Idaho
Welcome to Lava Family Inn and Spiritual River Sanctuary with over a mile of river frontage. We offer more than just a beautiful home and surroundings to sleep in.
Lava Family Inn is located just minutes from Downtown Lava Hot Springs with swimming, tubing, parks, restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, museums, etc. If you are a skier, Pebble Creek Ski Resort is also just minutes away.
Our property is a fully furnished, 8 bedroom, 5 ½ bath, vacation home. Ideal for large or multiple family reunions, retreats, weddings, and receptions. Perfect backdrop for family photos. The home is very secluded, with surrounding vegetation, grassy yard, small pond and a stream that run through, with wildlife to be seen almost daily, especially in the mornings and evenings.
Located in Southeast Idaho-- an hour and forty five minute drive north from Salt Lake City. Surrounded by mountains of public land with trails that are perfect for hikes, walks, biking, dirt biking, four wheeling and horse back riding. Portnuef River is located just below the property with sportsman access for excellent trout fishing. The river has several watering holes for swimming close by, or just watching its many waterfalls. Floating the Portnuef River at Lava Hot Springs is both entertaining and relaxing -especially during the hot Summer months.
Lava Hot Springs is not the only hot springs to visit in Idaho. 46 miles East of our family home, you should visit Soda Springs, Idaho one of the worlds only captive geysers! Now capped and controlled by a timer, the geyser erupts every hour on the hour reaching heights of 100 feet year round.
Our Vacation Home sleeps up to 28 in beds with plenty of extra room for air mattresses, sleeping bags or cots.
To get an actual quote it is important to put total number of guests when booking. If you don't know exactly, just book for what you are sure of. Guests under age of 2 you don't need to count. From feeding the ducks and wild animals to secluded swimming holes at the Sanctuary that are safe for all, everyone will have a great experience.
We have added security cameras on the outside, that view the front, Southside of the house. We also have cameras that view the north side of house pointing away from the house.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Next to a golf course
On a river
Things to do
Foosball table
Gym
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start the towels in both washers, dont over load.
Walk the yard, make sure all games and sports equipment is put back in aports tote.
All spare mattresses back to where you found them.
All water hoses coiled up, off the lawn. No chairs left on grass.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Sleeps 28 in beds. Maximum Occupancy is 60
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: birthday parties and weddings
There will be an extra charge for events.
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 80
Note from host: There will be an extra charge for events.
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 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
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Inkom, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum and Idaho Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Standrod Mansion and Chesterfield Townsite. Traveling with kids? Consider Pocatello Zoo and Ross Park Aquatic Complex. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling. Visit our Inkom travel guide
Is 8 Bedroom, 5 1/2 Bathroom Vacation Home Near Lava Hot Springs Idaho pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 8 Bedroom, 5 1/2 Bathroom Vacation Home Near Lava Hot Springs Idaho?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 8 Bedroom, 5 1/2 Bathroom Vacation Home Near Lava Hot Springs Idaho?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 8 Bedroom, 5 1/2 Bathroom Vacation Home Near Lava Hot Springs Idaho located?
This family-friendly Inkom vacation home is located on a river, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Portneuf River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Caribou-Targhee National Forest and Indian Rocks State Park. Pebble Creek Ski Area is 7.5 mi (12 km) away.
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8 Bedroom, 5 1/2 Bathroom Vacation Home Near Lava Hot Springs Idaho Reviews
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Host was great, very communicative. House was mostly as expected, the turkeys were fun and we didn't have time to fully appreciate the land and nearby areas. But it's a great launching point for Pebble Creek and Lava. House had some broken items like the fireplace and hot tub in the main room, some broken or missing handles, etc, toilets hard to flush and the fridge is hard to ensure is closed. Kitchen was great for a big group and two large living spaces were awesome. But overall experience was good for our group and we would book again.
We had a great time here for our family reunion. The kids loved exploring and playing in the yard. The hosts were very responsive and helpful with any questions. We would for sure stay here again.
Our family included 23 individuals and we had plenty of space for sleeping, eating, and just hanging out. The grandchildren had great spaces for exploring, playing tag, capture the flag, swing, duck feeding, and more. The adults enjoyed the decks and beauty of the surrounding trees. We had a great family reunion thanks to the comfort of this location.
Our family (of 32) enjoyed this whole experience for our reunion! Definitely go to the sanctuary. Joel was great to communicate and work with. It was a beautiful location!
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this location. There is plenty of room for all 17 of us. Property is beautiful and perfect for outdoor games and for kids to play. Good location in relation to city of Lava. The upper floor does get quite warm but, fans are provided in each of the rooms to try and help with that.
We loved all of the available spaces for our family to use. We enjoyed family meals, game time, the yard, and the sanctuary during our stay. We've already shared this listing with other family and friends and would definitely come again.
This place was amazing. The home was very large. Tbe master bedroom had an Alaskan king-size bed. Grandkids were very impressed with this bed. We had 30 at our family reunion. Lots of space, inside and outside for everyone. The owners were very nice. Answered all my questions quickly.
We really enjoyed our time there it has lots of things to do not to far away and has a big yard for the games that we played, also the family enjoyed the sanctuary it was good for all the kids and adults to play in the water and other things that was there to do
There was plenty of room for family to eat, sleep and play games. We are a skiing family and it was so close to the resort.and not to far to take little's home when they were done with half day. It wasn't to far to enjoy a night soaking at Lava. Great trip!!
We had our wedding here and could not have asked for a better location. It was beautiful and Joel is very easy and accommodating. We will definitely be back again.
Had around 50 family members, what a great location, the sanctuary is an added bonus. Joel was great and communicated well, thanks for the great weekend!
We had a staff retreat. Beautiful ranch house with plenty of space, quiet and relaxing property. Great kitchen, numerous decks, and a great big room for relaxing and meeting. Within thirty minutes of places to eat in Pocatello or close by Lava Hot Springs.
This was the perfect property for our youth camp! We spent most of the time outside on the beautiful shaded, property. There were so many beds and places to sleep for everyone. The pantry was large to keep all of our food. It was perfect, and I want to come back for a family reunion!
We loved our time here. The house was perfect for our needs and the size of our family! We especially loved the yard with the wild animals coming in to visit each day. The house was clean, the yard is immaculate. It was a little ways from Lava Hot Springs, but not too far. We liked being by ourselves up on the hillside! I would highly recommend a stay here
This location was perfect for our family of grandparents, parents, children and grandchildren. The home is set-up for this type of arrangement beautifully. Kitchen/dining is amazing and beautiful. The yard is relaxing and beautiful. Grandkids want us all to live there forever.
This was an ideal set-up for our family reunion of 34 people. We loved the large kitchen and large group gathering areas. The upstairs was a little warm (it was the middle of July), but the rest of the house was very comfortable. The outdoor area was lovely with plenty of grassy areas and shade. Communication with the owner was easy, immediate, and clear.
Mary Elizabeth C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathy
23 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was amazing. Very clean. Host was amazing to communicate with me on anything I needed. We loved the wild turkeys and ducks. They greeted us every morning. The property's kitchen facilities were so wonderful. I would recommend this property to anyone and my family wants to come stay again. I think I will try in the warmer months to take full advantage of all this property has to offer. Thank you.
Had 36 family members staying for a reunion. Lots of room and Kids enjoyed the size of the kitchen. Enough places available so if someone needed some alone time they could get away for a few min. the 10 x 10 bed in the master bedroom was a little silly but thats ok. You could tell you were in a basement when you were down there. over all it was good. The host texted me a couple of times a day to see how things were going, a little bit invasive for me.
Thomas C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Shane F.
21 January 2024
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Started out rough but overall a good experience
Thing’s happened when we first arrived. The situation was bad from the beginning but after we found out the owner was in an accident the day before then we switched our minds from frustration to understanding. This was a good home and a big enough home for a large group. Turkeys and ducks were fun for the kids. Lots of pros.
The only negative this was no WiFi and that the dish for tv didn’t work upstairs for the wind down times.
Overall a good experience.
We had a great weekend at the Lava Family Inn and definitely would recommend it! We had 16 in our group in total and there was more than enough space. The kitchen and living areas are great for spending time together and playing games. Kitchen was well equipped with everything you need. The host was great with communication and ensured we had a lovely stay. There are ducks and wild turkeys at the property which were very entertaining and fun to watch. Only downside of that is the ducks are pretty messy and despite our efforts to keep them away from the front entrance, they really like to hang out there and leave their messes where everyone has to walk to enter the home. We also visited the Sanctuary down the road and it is quite beautiful and peaceful. I can imagine in summer it would be so much fun. All in all, I wound highly recommend this property for any group retreat or family reunion. Thank you!