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Sawtooth City Elegance, 360° views, loads of sun, peace and quiet

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Log House in the Mountains
Kitchen
Living room
Sunrise from the living room
Master bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ketchum, ID
  • Redfish Outlet Lake
  • Fisher Creek Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Redfish Lake Visitor Center
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sawtooth City Elegance, 360° views, loads of sun, peace and quiet

If peace and tranquility is what you are looking for, we've got it. Rest and rejuvenation, we've got it. Outdoor adventure, can't get any better. Needing a little culture, just drive the 40 minute scenic byway to Ketchum/Sun Valley and you'll find yourself in a small town with lots of flare; art galleries, symphonies, concerts, nice restaurants and more.
We call our home Eagle's Nest. It is a beautiful log house sitting atop a hill in the Sawtooth Valley. The majestic living room windows face the Sawtooth Mountains. You will never get tired of that view, but walk around the 360° deck and you will see there is a magnificent view in every direction.

We are located within the first-ever Gold Tier Dark Sky Preserve in the U.S., making the night sky views stunning. You won't believe how many stars are up there. The stars are dazzling given that there are no city lights within 100 miles.

There a 2 large bedrooms upstairs, one with a king sized bed, the other with a queen and a twin. These two bedrooms have views of the Sawtooth mountains as well. Downstairs there is a second master bedroom with a queen sized bed and a twin, a large playroom/media area and a 4th bedroom with 2 twin beds. There is a trundle bed in the play room.

Alturus lake is 7 miles away, Redfish lake is a 24 mile drive as is the quaint western town of Stanley. Smiley Creek store and restaurant is .6 miles down the hill. You could easily walk or bike to have a meal (open seasonally).

Fabulous trails for the mountain biker and/or hiker abound in the Sawtooth area. Easy walks all the way up to rigorous and rugged hiking, biking or even climbing are near by. Some of these trails are available right out the front door. For a day you'd rather sit a bit, try a river trip down the famous "river of no return", the Salmon river; or float the lazy river near Alturus lake.

We have a fire pit, well stocked kitchen, beach towels, coolers, and beach chairs for your use. We live locally, and will do everything we can to meet your needs.

Redfish lake lodge and Sawtooth Hotel in Stanley offer fine dinning. Be sure to visit the Stanley bakery for breakfast or lunch. They have legendary baked goods including a few gluten free selections.

For winter travelers, groomed x-country ski trails are 5 miles down-valley, there is great backcountry skiing and if you wish, you can snowmobile, ski or snowshoe right out the front door. Snowmobile rentals are available at Smiley Creek Lodge.

Smiley Creek airport has a dirt runway for small planes is .6 miles away. You could walk to Eagle's Nest from there.

Perfectly situated close to Ketchum, but in the heart of the great outdoors.
Please note: RV's, pull behind campers and tent trailers are not allowed on the property.

Property manager

Roger Lato & Maria Maricich

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 pet max, refundable deposit
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ketchum

Located in Ketchum, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sawtooth National Forest and Salmon River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ketchum, ID

What's nearby

  • Sawtooth National Forest - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fisher Creek Trail - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Redfish Lake Visitor Center - 37 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Stanley Lake - 55 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Sun Valley Ski Resort - 61 min drive - 63.3 km

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 77 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sawtooth City Elegance, 360° views, loads of sun, peace and quiet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sawtooth City Elegance, 360° views, loads of sun, peace and quiet?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sawtooth City Elegance, 360° views, loads of sun, peace and quiet?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sawtooth City Elegance, 360° views, loads of sun, peace and quiet located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Ketchum is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sawtooth National Forest and Salmon River, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Fisher Creek Trail is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smiley Creek Cabin

Awesome place and the views are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't beat the view!

Wow, we had a great stay. Beautiful property. Great location for access to many wonderful hikes in the Sawtooths.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views in all directions

We loved our returned stay at the Eagle's Nest. It has to have one of the best locations in all of the Stanley Basin. Fantastic vies of the Sawtooth Mountain Range, as well as the White Cloud Mountain. The cabin is well furnished, very comfortable, with lots of room inside and out. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

incredible property unbelievable views

we spent 5 days in this amazing property , the cabin was unbelievable the views were out of this world. Cant wait to get back to Idaho!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life is good in the Sawtooth area

Good accommodations, clean, appropriate for our group, but the kitchen lacked some larger capacity cooking and serving items.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful!!!!

The cabin was wonderful and exceeded all of our needs and the views were beyond words!!! Maria and Roger were terrific hosts!!! It was totally majestic!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

Beautfiul setting, extraordinary views of the Sawtooths...want to go back!

We had a perfect wedding weekend in a perfect setting. This was such a great place for our family and friends to come together; the deck and views are awesome! House was the right size for our family and extra bonus to have the space for the kids downstairs. We can't wait to come back! Thank you, Maria, for helping to make this weekend such a great memory!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Notch

It was a perfect way to spend our New Years tucked away in Smiley Creek. We were able to ski and snowmobile right from the home and the logs felt so similar to our cabin and therefore was like home. Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Sawtooth Mountain setting!

What a beautiful view in every direction from the wrap around patio! After hiking & exploring in the day we didn't want to leave the best seat in town on that deck for dinner in! After dark the star gazing left us on the patio late into the evening, absolutely heavenly! The home was very clean, well stocked and comfortable. Maria was very responsive during our booking and quickly responsive and helpful during our stay. Whether family, friends or just a couple we highly recommend the home and Sawtooth Valley!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Idaho retreat

We rented this property for 4 nights in August, wish it could have been more. The cabin is spacious and beautiful. Our 3 college age sons and their 3 friends met us there for 2 of those nights. They enjoyed the spacious downstairs area. The views from the deck are beautiful. Great sunsets, sunrise and stargazing. I enjoyed reading on the deck. It is quiet and peaceful there. Enjoyed Stanley and hiking around the area and there are several wonderful lakes close by. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect Idaho getaway!

This views in this cabin are truly spectacular! There is not a window without the perfect view of the mountains, sunrise, sunset and wildlife! The mornings and evenings spent on the deck with family were unforgettable! We hiked right out the back door, visited Alturas lake right near by and visited Stanley (also only about a 20 minute drive) for dinner and of course the cafe for breakfast! Hike to Yellow Belly lake, visit the Sunbeam Hotsprings and hit up Redfish for boating. You will not be disappointed if you book this property. Smiley Creek is quaint but nice to have at the bottom of the hill :) We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy M.

Beautiful home, spectacular view

Maria and Roger have a lovely home. I stayed three nights with my siblings and our families, 8 people total. There was ample room for us to spread out and a well equipped kitchen and large table that made meal prep and dining easy. The favorite part of the house was the wrap around deck where we spent mornings and evenings catching up and enjoying the awesome view. We hiked and played at Lake Alturas and Petit Lake which are a 10-15 minute drive and drove to Stanley for a half-day rafting trip. My siblings and I camped and cross country skied in this area often as kids. It was great to be back and a treat to stay in such a beautiful house. I contacted Maria with questions a few times and she responded promptly. It may be helpful to email the information sheet and instructions for stay a week or so in advance of arrival. I overlooked the instructions sheet and pestered Maria unnecessarily. Thanks much Maria and Rodger!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in the sawtooths

We were in Idaho for a memorial service and combined it with a chance to hang out with family we haven't seen in a while - we had 11 people (7 kids ages 6-16 and 4 adults) staying and we appreciated the downstairs kid space and upstairs adult conversation. The views were beautiful and we appreciated the porch for dinners and hanging out. We felt like the house was well-located between ketchum and stanley and we did activities in both areas. Maybe two minor annoyances: there were 2 showers for 11 people and there were plenty of pots but a shortage of serving spoons + no BIG pots or BIG casserole dishes (we made chili one night in 3 pots and stuffed peppers across 2 dishes the next!) for feeding the crowd but this didn't detract from the fun we had or our ability to enjoy the property. Milkshakes at the smiley creek lodge were tasty and hiking in the area was awesome. The photos of the place make it look less fabulous than it actually is overall - we highly recommend this to the next folks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JULIE A., Caldwell usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The home was located in a beautiful setting with fantastic views. House was cozy and set up perfect for our family. The fact it allowed our two dogs was great! The home was very well stocked. We had a great time! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and house

Had a great time in this beautiful place in the mountains, perfect for the family, close to lakes and hiking, very nice hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank S., Wrightsville Beach, NC , USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Sawtooth Mountain Cabin

My wife & I spent 3 weeks at this wonderful cabin in the Sawtooth mountains. Very comfortable with GREAT views of the mountains all around. Wrap around deck with nice furniture made it easy to find the right combination of sun, shade, breeze, etc. to enjoy the great outdoors. Very quiet & private yet close to the highway and unlimited hiking options. Prepared most of our meals in the well stocked kitchen, but also enjoyed a couple of good dinners from Smiley Creek Lodge just down the hill. The owners (Roger & Maria) were easy to communicate with & very helpful. Overall, this was the perfect basecamp for our hiking adventures in the Sawtooths.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends trip to the Sawtooths

A group of six (3 couples) road tripped to Idaho from Oregon for a summer getaway to the Sawtooth Mountains. The house was fabulous with amazing views everywhere you looked. It was perfectly laid out for 3 coupes with privacy and bathrooms for each. The kitchen was a gathering point and the large dining table easily accommodated our group for every gourmet dinner. The deck and outdoor furniture were so comfortable we spent a lot of time outside, playing cards, looking at the incredible stars and Milky Way. It was amazing. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neal F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another excellent stay

This is our second time because the place is so nice. Last night we saw many stars we have hardly ever seen before.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home with one of the best views of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in the area

We absolutely loved our stay at the "Eagles Nest" with a perfect location for exploring all the Sawtooth National Recreation Area has to offer. Located at the upper part of Stanley Basin, we had easy access to the lakes, trails, and scenic drives of the region. The house is well furnished and provides everything you need to enjoy your vacation. This includes a full equipped kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating, small ice chest to take to nearby lake beaches, etc. The great room with kitchen, dining, and living room was perfect for socializing and hanging out enjoying the breath-taking views out the main windows towards the mountains. The two bedroom on the main floor are spacious with en suites and space to unpack. The lower floor is huge with two more bedrooms, bathroom, large family room and two washers and dryers. At night it is almost pitch black, providing stargazers with easy viewing of constellations and the Milky Way! A few thungs we found a bit frustrating were: the bathroom and shower faucets knobs all seemed to turn different ways so have to be careful to not scald yourself when adjusting the water temperature The main bedroom en suite has a large soaker tub, but no shower. The bath/shower downstairs drain stopper wouldn't stay open, so you ended up in a pool of water when showering, and then had to spend a few minutes holding the drain valve open to drain out the water. These were all minor inconveniences, and if you embrace the fact your are staying at a cabin pretty easy to adjust too. We would highly recommend the vacation rental to others, and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation in the Sawtooths

A lovely, clean and very well-appointed home with unbelievable views. Lots of deck space for enjoying the outdoors any time of day. It is a 25 minute drive to Redfish Lake or on up to Stanley with almost unlimited hiking options in between. We hiked, enjoyed the beach at Alturas Lake and did whitewater rafting in Stanley. We dined at Redfish Lodge twice (excelllent) and had a great dinner at Smiley Creek Lodge as well (superb milkshakes). A great home in a truly remarkable and incredible location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Smiley Creek

This cabin is beautiful and situated with a gorgeous view of the Sawtooth’s. Great fully functional kitchen and large comfortable living space. The bedrooms are comfortable and spacious. We loved hanging out on the wrap around deck. Several mountain lakes within a 25 minute drive. We white water rafted, soaked in natural hot springs, kayaked on lakes. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking views

Gorgeous log cabin with wraparound, expansive deck and breathtaking views. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Comfortable home with beautiful views and access to hiking and bike trails. Kitchen was well equipped and outdoor seating was great to enjoy the view. Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Mountain Retreat

Spent a wonderful weekend with our children, priceless memories!! Listened to elk bugling from the deck. Highly communicative hosts were incredibly accommodating. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cabin in an amazing setting

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin sits atop a hill with lovely views of the Sawtooths. Loved the wrap-around porch. Well stocked with cooking supplies. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Roger Lato & Maria Maricich

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Maria was born and raised in the small town of Ketchum. She grew up ice skating and skiing and subsequently became an Olympic Downhill ski racer. She represented the USA in Sarajevo Yugoslavia in 1984. Currently she is a chiropractor and Holistic doctor in Ketchum.
Roger was raised in Wisconsin, but dreamed only of living in the Mountains out west after a family vacation to Yellowstone Park when he was a child. As soon as he graduated from high school he moved west and landed in Ketchum/Sun Valley area. He got a job in construction and is now a supervisor for Sawtooth Valley Builders.
Roger and Maria have been married since 2006 and love spending their spare time together in the beautiful outdoors.

Why they chose this property

We feel so fortunate to have been able to purchase a property with such magnificent views and in this pristine area. We love the access to hiking and biking as well as winter sports. We love the remoteness and quite. And we especially love the clean fresh air. The place lightens the soul and you never want to leave.

What makes this property unique

We had been searching for properties in this area for over a year. This one was for sale, but honestly we didn't think we could afford it. We would just pine over it. When offers we made on other properties fell through and the price dropped bit on this one, we put on our thinking caps. We thought if we could sell another cabin we had in the area we might just be able to pull it off. We put out the word that our other cabin was for sale, got an offer within days, made and offer on this one and the rest is history. The universe conspired in our favor so fast it made our heads spin. We couldn't be happier.

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