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What a Gem in Gem Idaho

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
Ruthies Room
skull room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Wallace, ID
  • The Center of the Universe
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oasis Bordello Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Northern Pacific Depot Railroad Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Dante Peak room

1 Double Bed

Jules room

1 Queen Bed

llama room

2 Single Beds

Pig room

2 Single Beds

scull room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

What a Gem in Gem Idaho

This is a 1600 square foot home nestled in the forest 4 miles up Burke Canyon from Wallace Idaho. It is located one mile from the famous Frisco Mine.

There are 5 bedrooms.One queen , two full and four twin beds.Place can sleep 10 people

The kitchen ,living room/ dining area ,bathroom and laundry have recently been remodelled/updated.
Located in a private area which is so close to so many amenities for outdoor activity any season.
So peaceful for reading and enjoying beverages on the porch listening to the creek.
History and so many community events happen in this family oriented town of physical beauty
Truly a Gem

Property manager

Julie Lawnicki
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Wallace

Located in Wallace, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Oasis Bordello Museum and Northern Pacific Depot Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at North Star Chairlift and Lookout Pass Ski Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wallace, ID

What's nearby

  • Burke Ghost Town - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • The Center of the Universe - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Oasis Bordello Museum - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Northern Pacific Depot Railroad Museum - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Pulaski Tunnel Trail - 9 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪City Limits Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Outlaw Bar Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blackboard Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1313 Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪6th & Cedar Espresso Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is What a Gem in Gem Idaho pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at What a Gem in Gem Idaho?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at What a Gem in Gem Idaho?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is What a Gem in Gem Idaho located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Burke Ghost Town and within 6 miles (10 km) of Samuels Park and Wallace City Hall. The Center of the Universe and Oasis Bordello Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel B.

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

Lookout pass skiing

Unique rooms and themes throughout. The kids loved the llama room in particular. Nice kitchen that is well stocked. Quick check in/out process and good communication. It is a couple miles outside the town of Wallace and very quiet for those who apppreciate the peace, but just a short drive up to the ski area and other recreational activities. We had a great teip and look forwaed to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

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

The Gem

My family and I stayed in this home after a ski trip to lookout pass. It was absolutely adorable! The kitchen had everything you could need. The rooms are all decorated uniquely. It is cozy, and has a covered porch.We loved staying here with plenty of room for everyone. The owner Jules was also wonderful and very informative on local rrstraunts and things to do.room for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine P.

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

A Quiet Getaway

We had a great time in this tucked away place. It had plenty of space and room for all of us, and Julie was available for any questions or needs. A great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherylon K.

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

Thanksgiving

We had a absolute wonderful time staying here for our Thanksgiving weekend. Ended up with a larger group then expected but had plenty of room to spread out and visit with each other. Played lots of card n dice games just had a relaxing time. Also enjoyed driving by the ghost town of Burke and hit all the little shops in Wallace for fun Christmas gifts!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Perect

We live local and was looking for somewhere to have a family dinner large enough to accommodate us all, Our host was spectacular. The house was beautiful and amazing warm and inviting couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bud B.

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

A real gem!

We struck gold in silver country with this charming place just outside of Wallace. Kiddos loved the llama room and we will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista B.

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

Fun and charming home.

We loved our stay. House was clean and decorated so cute with each room a different theme. The house brings out the child in you, reminded me of my grandmas house. My 19 year old turned into an 8 year old and slept/played in the llama room. The host Jeremy shared information with us on trails to ride a fun lake to go to. We go to Wallace 2 times a year. Overall the best trip to Wallace yet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

Fun Place in Wallace

We enjoyed staying here. This is a well-stocked home and has a lot of fun history about the town. The hosts are so welcoming and ready to help with anything if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey S.

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

Vacation

Very nice house with lots of room for our family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janie N.

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

Excellent Host, Darling Home Away from Home

We had the best experience. The host was amazing, the house was perfect, our littles were thrilled with the themed kids room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

It was awesome

Epic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

William R.

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

Awesome Stay

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your wonderful home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Wallace

Adorable house and just the right location to see all of Wallace!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM R.

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

Great stay at the Gem

Very clean and quiet. Had a relaxing wonderful stay. The area in and around Wallace is beautiful and the house was fantastic. Exactly what we needed. Thanks Julie.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Wallace and Hiawatha Trail

Very nice stay near the Hiawatha trail. Super clean home with a lot of pride in ownership and appropriate and friendly communication. My husband and two wiener dogs Tami and Peanut loved it. We even plugged into a cool silver mine tour in town. Very nice unexpected bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Cozy cottage 5 minutes from Wallace

We had a wonderful stay here at the Gem House. Great communication from the owner prior to and during our stay (Jules is so friendly and gave us great suggestions for our visit!) The home was easy to find and is only a 5 minute drive up the road from Wallace proper. The sound of the creek right below the road is lovely. The home was very clean and orderly inside. Full of all the supplies you'd need for your stay. Each room had a cute theme to it and had beautiful artwork everywhere. We felt comfortable and right at home here. I definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL C.

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

The Gem in Gem

We had a great stay, listing was all it said it would be and lots of supplies. Jules was a great host. Parking is limited multiple cars would be very difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha B.

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

Clean, Cozy and Great Communication

Host was very flexible and helpful throughout booking and our stay. Home is very clean with lots of unique touches. We had everything we needed and more. Will definitely be back during future ski and mountain bike adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Great place with 5 bedrooms

3 generations of one family found that this house was a really fun place to stay. With careful coordination having only 1 bathroom worked out well. This place is fully equipped. The owner is great, really great to work with. We recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N., Yelm, WA

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

Lots of Room

We got tne best rest. Bea is super kind and thoughtful. Lots of room and cozy places to hang out. Close to Wallace, which has some cool places to hang out. Grocery store in town too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for what we needed it

It’s perfect for what we needed it for. I wish the listing mentioned that it was like a guest house in between two other homes with limited parking but it worked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

This Gem was a Gem!

We loved it here! So peaceful and quiet, and such a cute house. Care and attention taken for guests, loved everything about it! We will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

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

Stay At The Gem.

The hosts are super nice people! House is roomy. Only slight negative is a steep staircase.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Quiet Location Close to Town

Very quiet but close to town. Love the theme rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jed F.

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

Great little house. Amazing location

Great communication from owner. Easy access and a really cool place to be. Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Lawnicki

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Doug and Jules are dear friends with Jeremy for many years .Doug and Jules are originally from Wisconsin and now reside in Eugene Oregon. Jeremy is also from Oregon
Doug and Jules have been travel through this area for over 30 years and have loved this area .The opportunities for outdoor recreation, cycling. Community heritage and events. Family ambiance

Why they chose this property

Its a gem. Rural but close to town

What makes this property unique

place has seven beds. 1 Queen, 2 Full , 4 singles
auditory ambience of the stream sounds from the porch

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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