McCall, Idaho · Payette Lake · A quiet neighborhood in the heart of town

A quiet home above the lake.

Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Beds
4 beds
Baths
2 baths
To the lake
A short walk
Book direct
No service fees
01 · 908 · McCall, Idaho Front of 908 — A-frame cabin with covered porch, red door, surrounded by pines
§ 01 · The House

A cozy home in the heart of McCall — a short walk or bike ride from the lake, the park, and downtown.

Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on a quiet, well-established street. Ideal for families, groups, or anyone looking to experience the warmth and hospitality of McCall. Minutes on foot to Payette Lake, downtown shopping and dining, and the trails and beaches of Ponderosa State Park.

02 · Living room Living room with leather chairs, wood stove, and the front door
03 · Open floor plan Kitchen island open to dining and living room with wood stove
04 · Dining table Round dining table for four with kitchen island behind
Setup
3 BR / 2 BA
Beds
4 beds
Outside
Covered porch
Kitchen
Fully stocked
Warmth
Wood-burning stove
Work
High-speed Wi-Fi
Winter
Firewood provided
Parking
Driveway
Everything that's included

A home set up to feel like yours the minute you walk in — not a list of checkboxes, but here it is anyway.

Kitchen

  • Full kitchen — fridge, freezer, oven, microwave
  • Electric stove, 4 burners
  • Drip coffee maker & coffee
  • Toaster, blender, baking sheet
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes, silverware, wine glasses
  • Dining table seats 4
  • Cooking basics — pots, pans, oil, salt & pepper

Comfort & warmth

  • Central heating
  • Ductless split A/C
  • Wood-burning fireplace (firewood provided)
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Extra pillows & blankets
  • TV
  • Books, board games, reading material

Bed & bath

  • Bed linens & towels provided
  • Bathtub
  • Hot water
  • Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, shower gel
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron & hangers
  • Clothing storage

Outdoor

  • Private, fully fenced backyard
  • Covered porch
  • Hammock
  • BBQ grill — charcoal, gas, wood
  • Beach towels
  • Ample driveway parking

Work & connectivity

  • High-speed Wi-Fi (>200 Mbps)
  • Dedicated workspace with desk

Laundry & practical

  • Washer & dryer in-unit
  • Laundromat nearby
  • Cleaning products
  • Essentials — towels, sheets, soap, toilet paper
  • Luggage drop-off allowed
  • Long-term stays (28+ days) welcome

Access & safety

  • Private entrance
  • Smoke alarm
  • Carbon monoxide alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
§ 03 · McCall, Idaho

A small town of about 3,600, a hundred miles north of Boise, built around a crystal-clear glacial lake and surrounded by the Payette National Forest.

A haven for year-round recreation — summer swims, long country bike rides, alpine hikes, hot springs, and three local ski hills in winter. Most of what follows starts from the front door of the house.

01

On the water

Our community is centered on the crystal-clear waters of Payette Lake — motorized, paddle-powered, or just a towel on the sand.

  • A marina within walking distance rents boats for the day.
  • Multiple public beaches within walking distance, plus two roped-off lap swimming areas in July and August.
  • Several public kayak & SUP put-ins around the lake.
  • Rentals at the north end for paddling up the quiet North Fork Payette River — wildlife, clear water, ideal on a hot day.
  • The North Fork south of the lake offers paddling and fishing in late spring and early summer.
02

Biking

Rides of every kind start at the front door.

  • Road bikers will find miles of quiet country roads through small communities and historic towns like Roseberry, or the route along Payette Lake past Upper Payette to Burgdorf Hot Springs.
  • Mountain bikers have dozens of miles of trails north (Bear Basin, Brundage) and south (Jug Mountain, Tamarack). Tamarack and Brundage offer lift-assisted riding.
  • Use the Bear Basin connector from the west side of town to ride the Payette Rim Trail, or link up with the new Brundage-to-Bear Basin trail all the way to the top of Brundage.
  • Or just ride a mile down to Ponderosa State Park for a challenging 8-mile loop.
03

Hiking & backcountry

The entire Payette National Forest is yours to explore — rushing rivers, alpine lakes, wildflowers into August.

  • Alpine lakes for fishing, swimming, and long afternoons doing nothing.
  • Morel mushrooms mid-May through June. Huckleberries start in July at lower elevations.
  • Several backcountry trailheads are just a 30-minute drive away.
  • Or walk down to Ponderosa for a hike with spectacular views of the lake. Even on busy summer weekends, quieter trails are easy to find.
  • The Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness is a three-hour drive — or a short plane ride from McCall's airport to Big Creek Lodge for breakfast.
04

Hot springs

Soak after a long day on the trail.

  • Burgdorf Hot Springs — rustic and classic. Drive in summer; snowcat or snowmobile in winter.
  • Developed springs like Gold Fork and Zim's are a short drive.
  • Several undeveloped hike-to hot springs if you want to work for it.
05

Winter

Some of Idaho's best snow, and three ski hills close to the door.

  • Brundage — the local favorite. Short lift lines, wide tree glades, some of the lightest snow in the west.
  • Tamarack — full-scale resort skiing a short drive south.
  • The Little Ski Hill — a local hill perfect for young kids and teenagers, with night skiing.
  • Several nordic centers and acres of backcountry skiing and snowshoeing.
  • Ice fishing on Payette Lake, and on Cascade Lake — one of the best in the state — just 30 minutes away.
06

Getting here

A hundred miles north of Boise through some of the prettiest road in the state.

  • About a two-hour drive from the Boise airport.
  • No car? A daily Greyhound bus from Boise runs to McCall.
  • Our driveway fits two vehicles comfortably.
§ 04 · Guests

What visitors have written home about.

Guest reviews — we've brought them here unedited so you can read them in one place.

4.9★

Five seasons of guests — families, ski trippers, dog owners, wedding parties — and a shared refrain: close to everything, clean, comfortable, quiet, we'll be back.

40Total reviews
2025–26Seasons hosted
Summer · 2025
The cabin was located in the ideal area. Downtown McCall was a 10 minute walk through a peaceful, beautiful neighborhood and the best part was no traffic noise.
Sara · Jul 2025
Fall · 2025
The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook — from pots and pans to basic ingredients. He thought of so many little things that made us feel right at home.
Megan · Boise · Oct 2025
Winter · 2026
The wood burning stove was nice to sit around after skiing, and we loved making s'mores with the provided ingredients.
Ryan · Boise · Mar 2026

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§ 05 · Book direct

Pick your dates. We'll get back within a day.

Booking direct means you skip the service fees and talk to the actual owner. Send an inquiry — we'll confirm availability and send a secure payment link.

Available Booked Your dates
$385 / night
Summer rates · Jun–Sep
We reply within 24 hrs · No payment until you confirm
§ 06 · Good to know

Frequently asked.

If there's something missing here, just ask on the inquiry form.

  1. · 01

    How does booking direct work?

    You send an inquiry with your dates. We confirm availability (usually within a few hours), then send a secure payment link. A 50% deposit holds the reservation, balance due 30 days before arrival.

  2. · 02

    Is the house pet-friendly?

    Yes — two well-mannered dogs are welcome with a $35 pet fee. Just let us know in your inquiry.

  3. · 03

    What's the cancellation policy?

    Full refund up to 30 days before arrival. 50% refund up to 14 days before. No refund inside 14 days — we recommend travel insurance, especially for ski-season trips.

  4. · 04

    Minimum stay?

    No minimum on Sunday – Thursday. Fridays and Saturdays are two night minimums.

  5. · 05

    Check-in / check-out?

    Self check-in with a door code at 3:00 pm. Checkout by 11:00 am. We'll text you directions and the code the morning of arrival.

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