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Hand Crafted Log Cabin On The Salmon River With Private Sand Beach

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Riggins, ID
  • Riggins Hot Springs
    15 min drive
  • Salmon River Community Church
    17 min drive
  • Riggins City Park
    18 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Hand Crafted Log Cabin On The Salmon River With Private Sand Beach

This quaint, rustic hand crafted log cabin on the Salmon River has views of the river and rugged canyon peaks that you will never forget . We are 5 miles upriver from the town of Riggins. The 24 hour sound system is provided by the big river whitewater and Cat Creek tumbling down beside the cabin. Only our guests and the owners and their families have vehicle access to a beautiful calm water swimming beach at the lower end of the property. The occasional rafter or boater have access to the mean high water line. Tie up your jet boat, drift boat or raft on the beach. You can also launch a raft or drift boat from the beach and for larger boats there are launches a mile or two down river with easy water all the way.

The cozy rustic Cat Creek cabin has 2 bedrooms upstairs with a Queen and single bed in the main room, the second room has a Double and single bed. The stairs are narrow and steep and not suitable for some people. The bathroom is located on the main floor, it has a shower tub and stackable washer/Dryer. The kitchen has everything you will need to prepare home cooked meals, you just need to bring the groceries. The open floor plan has a dinning area and a modest living area . No matter where you choose to sit you have a view of the majestic Salmon River canyon. The spacious deck has a propane grill , picnic table along with chairs to sit out and enjoy watching the river flow by and Bald Eagles soar. It is air conditioned for the summer months and a glass front wood stove along with electric heat for the cool months, wood can be purchased in Riggins. The cabin has a StarLink satellite system , the cabin may be isolated, but one should be able to connect to most anything, and a new smart tv is located in the living room, and WiFi calling should allow calls and texts to be made.

We are in the heart of the largest concentration of National Forest public lands in the U.S. and a few miles up the road is the Frank Church Wilderness, the wildest piece of unroaded real estate in the continental U.S. . Our neighborhood is host to deer, elk, big horn sheep, mountain lion, mountain goat, grey wolf, black bear, golden eagle, osprey, bald eagle, salmon, steelhead, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout to name a few.

The Salmon River is the longest undamed river in the lower 48 and is appropriately named. The pole snapping Chinook salmon show up in May-June and the fall steelhead run starts in September and goes until spring. You can hire professional drift and jet boat guides in Riggins or try your luck in the Cat Creek Hole out your front door.

Our back yard abuts public lands and for the the hunter it is not likely you will see anyone else, it is steep and rugged, not recommended for those looking for a stroll in the woods.

The Salmon River is world class whitewater. You can take one of the most exciting 1/2 day whitewater raft trips in the west from Riggins or for an extended adventure, a 5 day trip thru the magnificent River of No Return Wilderness in relative comfort with one of the many professional outfitters.

And don’t forget your surfboard. Just up from our beach is the locally known Freedom Surf Wave. Its an easy paddle across the river and a short walk to the wave. If you plan on using the beach during the summer we recommend a shade device that withstand wind gusts, for those not equipped with a shade device one can be available for a modest fee upon request.

Riggins is located in the heart of Idaho, centrally located between Boise to the south. Spokane WA to the northwest and Missoula MT to the east. All 3 locations offer direct flight to and from several larger cities. All 3 offer unique sightseeing on the drive to Riggins.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Salmon River. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Salmon River and 15 minutes by car from Riggins Hot Springs
Hand Crafted Log Cabin On The Salmon River With Private Sand Beach offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Riggins cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

MARGARET WILLIAMS

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Not suitable for toddlers steep stairs, high decks

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Check with owner
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Hand Crafted Log Cabin On The Salmon River With Private Sand Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

Beautiful place
Awesome experience
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Sandpoint

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Getaway
This cabin is so perfect! The hostess is kind and thoughtful, the property is great - and the beach - divine!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William M., Spokane Valley, Wa

Liked: Cleanliness
annual visit
Great stay, Love the view
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tamara P.

Great beach!
The property is very nice. It was great to have a private beach. The house needs a bit more cleaning. When we pulled out the Hide-a bed, there was a lot of mouse poop and also the the cupboards had mouse poop.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation
Everything about this place is amazing. The owners were easy to work with and extremely accommodating. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
spring hike
We have stayed at this delightful property several times in the past. We use this as our base for hiking and fishing and watching the local wildlife. From the covered porch you can watch deer, elk, quail, doves, coyotes and several different colorful songbirds. The river always has whitewater rafters floating down or Jet boats going up & down. This property has everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B., Mineola, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
This is the second time we’ve stayed here, and we have never returned to the same place twice. This place is that special to my wife and I so when her aunt from France decided to visit us we immediately knew where to go. The owners were very friendly and helpful with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views!
Cabin was smaller than expected but perfectly cozy for me and my fiancée. The views and seclusion were just what we needed! The hosts were very attentive and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cabin!
Awesome! This place is great. Million dollar view! I will return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Majestic
The location of this cabin is majestic. The beach is beautiful. The cabin has everything you need. I would love to come back here every summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Sandpoint

Liked: Cleanliness
Salmon River paradise
Absolutely fantastic place to spend a birthday - peaceful, quiet and visually stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
The best trip i have ever with my kids. Everything thing was amazing!!!! There are really no words to describe the beauty of this place!! The house host was great ! I went for a charter fishing trip with river adventures out of riggins and my 16 year old son caught an almost 8 foot sturgeon!! This place is truly magical!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandler B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cat creek cabin
Very beautiful cabin, not to small and not to big. Perfect vacation/honeymoon getaway. The property owner was very nice. The beach was super clean and not trashy. I’d recommend this place to anyone. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
spectacular view
You just cannot beat the view from this very clean, comfortable, cozy cabin on the hill. The beach access was very nice too. We saw some young deer on the hill right outside the back door. Even though the cabin seems remote, which we really liked, the town of Riggins is an easy 10 minute drive for groceries and restaurants. Communication with the owner was easy, check in and out was easy. Loved this place!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd visit
We have stayed at this cabin 3 times as a base for our adventures, in this beautiful place. You can explore all day, or just set in comfortable place with binoculars and let nature come to you. Will definitely return to this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cat Creek Cabin
This cabin is in the most amazing location and the views (360) are stunning. When we were not out riding around the national forests we were on the porch of the cabin. We would sit on front porch for awhile and then move to side porch and back and forth. Saw a few elk. We experienced a horrific storm one night with hail, lightening and high winds. While scary it was also exhilarating! The sliding door was shaking from the wind but never felt the cabin move. It was sturdy. During storm I saw two big round objects coming down side of mountain toward cabin. Due to it being dark I could not make out for certain what it was but think it may have been bears. Interior of cabin is rustic but we were ok with that. Had problems with hot water heater first night but it was a thrown breaker so easy fix. Water pressure in shower was very low. Hard to rinse off soap and shampoo. All was communicated to Margaret, the host, who responded quickly with our concerns. Margaret was also a joy to talk with. We would definitely stay here again! None of these reviews including my review can give justice to the 360 view of this cabin. Memories of Cat Creek cabin will be with me forever!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
return to Cat Creek Cabin
This is our second visit to cat Creek cabin and we are returning again in a few weeks. The cabin is very nice with all the amenities one could desire. The view is spectacular in every direction. The location is ideal only a few minutes to Riggins, but totally private. Cannot wait to return, will probably try to book again for the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

sara w.

Overpriced?
My hubby n I have been wanting to stay at this cabin for years and we finally saved up enough to go. The cabin wasn’t exactly what we were expecting and for the price that was disappointing. Very old, uncomfortable furniture - not for lounging. Needed a deep spring cleaning (we were first of the season). Dead mouse fell out of one of the blankets. Very chilly n windy so we couldn’t enjoy the porch as much as we wanted but when we did….STUNNING! The location and beach are the cats meow with this place and thank goodness for decent enough weather we could enjoy some fires on the beach. Water pressure in shower shut off at one point, but they were having water issues before we arrived and were very communicative about it all. Anyway, while we’re glad we finally got to stay at Cats Creek we’ll probably check out other properties that are similarly priced but with more comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect View
Awesome property to get away from town and relax. It was a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amye K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway
We absolutely loved staying here! It was secluded enough but still had the small town feel! The views were breathtaking and we will most definitely be back to stay in this cabin!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Weekend
We absolutely loved the cabin... Super clean ! The deck has just a stunning view and the private beach is an absolute GEM to have access too... My aunt was beyond happy with the location ! The internet was slow for my husband to work from the cabin, BUT on my phone it was ok, but we really don't care about that (the hubby did though.. lol) ... other than that, it was perfect... The stairs are a bit steep for someone who has mobility issues, but again, my 82 year old aunt did fine with them... We will absolutely be RETURN GUESTS each year !!! Thank you for having us !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This place is pure paradise. I’m from nearby Lewiston and have dreamed of vacationing at this cabin for years. I finally did and it was even better than I imagined. I can’t wait to go back. It’s truly magical
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Repeat customer. Amazing beach and water experience. Friends and family able to stay on the beach creating great memories. Hope to be able to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., Richmond, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time at the cabin!
We really enjoyed our time at the cabin. We spent a lot of time at the beach. My husband caught lots of bass. We went into town a few times and found that the Whitewater Market had everything we needed. Would love to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022