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Elegant Lakefront Cabin, Private Dock, Bocce Ct, WiFi

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
McCall, ID
  • Payette Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ponderosa State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • McCall Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • McCall, ID (MYL-McCall Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower level bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 5

+1
2 Double Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

Upstairs Master Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mainfloor Powder room, bathroom 2

Toilet

Master Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Elegant Lakefront Cabin, Private Dock, Bocce Ct, WiFi

Plan a luxurious summer vacation in our green-built (2009) cabin in Pilgrim Cove, the quiet side of Payette lake. Enjoy magnificent lake views from the gourmet kitchen, living room or one of three lakefront decks. Whether you are peacefully greeting dawn from the end of the dock or basking in the heat from the fire after a great day of skiing, you will enjoy the serenity and beauty that only a lakefront property near Ponderosa State Park provides.

Savor lake views from the well-appointed main floor kitchen, great room, dining room and master bedroom (queen). The main floor is wheelchair accessible and includes a master bedroom complete with an accessible walk-in/roll-in shower and safety rails. The main floor opens to a large lakefront deck with breathtaking views, comfortable outdoor dining and a gas grill.
Downstairs there is a family room stocked with toys and games, TV with BluRay, 2 lakeside queen bedrooms, full bathroom and laundry facilities. Access the adjoining lower porch and lake from this walk-out lower level.
Upstairs is a large second master suite facing the lake with a private balcony, queen bed and master bathroom with a double shower. Additionally, there is a bunk room with two double beds and its own full bath.

In the winter you can cross country ski or snow shoe on miles of groomed tracks marked for a variety of experience levels through the woods of Ponderosa State Park just 1/2 mile from the cabin. Load up your alpine skis and head up the mountain to Brundage Mountain Resort just 20 minutes away.
In the spring and fall you can hike in Ponderosa State Park or the abundant hiking trails in the surrounding forests or fish off the dock or in one of many nearby smaller lakes, rivers and streams. Three golf courses offer nearby recreation. Afterwards you can relax by the fire pit, play some bocci or sip hot chocolate or make smores while the little ones play in the sand. Sharing the cabin with family and friends or enjoying a romantic retreat will build lasting memories of peaceful nights and spectacular days.

Property manager

Dan Poole

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

McCall

Located in McCall, this cabin is on the waterfront. McCall Golf Club and Mile High Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ponderosa State Park and Packer Johns Cabin State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider McPaws Thrift Store, or check out an event or a game at Manchester Ice & Event Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McCall, ID

What's nearby

  • Payette Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ponderosa State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • McCall Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Manchester Ice & Event Center - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • The Cove Spa - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McCall Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lardos Grill & Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pueblo Lindo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shore Lodge Mccall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frenchie S On Thi - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Lakefront Cabin, Private Dock, Bocce Ct, WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Lakefront Cabin, Private Dock, Bocce Ct, WiFi ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Lakefront Cabin, Private Dock, Bocce Ct, WiFi ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Lakefront Cabin, Private Dock, Bocce Ct, WiFi located?

This family-friendly McCall cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Payette Lake and Ponderosa State Park. Mountain Monet and McPaws Thrift Store are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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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

Christian I., Kirkland, USA

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

Perfect lake cabin for quiet getaway

We had a wonderful stay in this large, quiet, well equipped cabin on the lake. Sunrise is amazing from the deck, close to town but feels a million miles away. Would highly recommend and hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place!

Had enough room and everything we needed for a family reunion ski trip! Great view and cozy feel, owners were very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessi H.

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

Great location and family set up

Great location and awesome set up for two families. The house was stocked very well and was very comfortable and the hosts were very responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

Quick family get away in McCall

The views and the property were everything you could ask for and Mary and Dan were outstanding hosts. The property is perfectly laid out for multiple couples or a couple families offering plenty of common area to socialize and privacy on every level of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Best part of the lake

This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this house. It is so nice and has everything that you could want with only being 12 minutes from downtown. The owners are super available and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Beautiful Cabin on Lake Payette in McCall

We thouroughly enjoyed our stay at the Poole's cabin on the lake; perfect spot for a family as a lake get away. The cabin is not far from dining and other activities in McCall and the state park is very close. This is a quiet spot on the lake and the view is beautiful. The Poole's are fantastic hosts and you will find the cabin really has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Lovely Lake Front Home

We are a group o 8 senior citizens who take a yearly short trip together. This was our first time in McCall and we all loved it. The home was a dream come true. We are all hoping to return next year! Great hosts and gorgeous home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Great Property, Location

Home was very clean. Location is incredible. Layout of the home was really well thought out, especially for a larger group. Quick access to ponderosa st park. Very quiet. Great view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben Z.

Comfortable Lakeside Cabin with Outstanding View

We met some friends for a winter get away in McCall and chose the Poole Cabin. We were NOT disappointed, the layout is fantastic for multiple families and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We loved the wood trim and nostalgia that went along with it (boards salvaged from original cabin). We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kallen M.

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

Couldn't have been better!

We love this cabin!! For a group of four couples this cabin was absolutely perfect. The layout is great, the house was immaculately clean, kitchen stocked with all the utensils and dishware needed. The hosts are wonderful and take the extra steps needed to ensure your stay is great. We want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pati K.

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

Lovely cabin and beautiful setting

We were a group of five friends from several different states who gather annually to celebrate our friendship. The Poole's cabin in McCall was perfect for our group! There were plenty of bedrooms, super comfy beds, gorgeous views, and space to sit and visit, eat and cook together. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and only wished we'd had more time to spend there. Dan and Mary were wonderful hosts who made every effort to accommodate our needs. I highly recommend this beautiful home and look forward to coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Amazing !!

First off I tip my hat off to Dan and Mary Poole! Amazing cabin right on the lake views are amazing !!! And they make the stay 5 star ⭐️ also the cabin layout is perfect great ski weekend with close family and friends !! Definitely going back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Right on the lake

We rented this house because it has a private dock and community boat launch. There are lots of bedrooms and bathrooms. You can easily feed 10 people and have room to spread out. Owners were very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindy r., Payson, AZ

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

Spectacular setting and accommodations

Enjoyed a week at this property with adult siblings and their spouses. Great place to relax and rejuvenate or stay busy hiking and kayaking right from the property. Nice dining table to spread out family pictures and reminisce for hours. Close to town, just a few minutes to downtown restaurants and shopping. Clean, comfortable and everything needed for a wonderful experience, and the hosts were extremely helpful and communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Ladies weekend

Our annual mother-daughter trip was great at this property! Enough bedrooms that no one had to share. :) We thoroughly enjoyed the deck, accommodations, and extremely well-stocked kitchen. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

chuck s.

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

Wonderful memories.

Definitely will be back. Quiet and peaceful setting overlooking the beautiful lake. Home very well furnished. Extremely Clean and great value. Know this—you will not find better hosts than Don and Mary. During our stay they checked in with us to make sure all was well. Priceless.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W., United States

Love this place!!!

Wow, what a gem this cabin is. There are breathtaking views of the lake throughout the house and from the decks. We loved eating breakfast on the deck and gazing at the lake! The cabin is elegant and comfortable at the same time, which made for a relaxing trip. We have a toddler, and the cabin has many built-in features to make it safe for little ones. The sandy beach and dock were amazing for playing in the sun and water. We also enjoyed taking the short walk to the state park and the miles of trails there. Can't wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Poole cabin

The Poole cabin was the best cabin we have ever stayed at in McCall & I have been renting cabins for over 40 years. The space & layout over the 3 floors gave everyone privacy, yet the shared living room, kitchen were welcoming & very comfortable & had one of the best stocked kitchens we have seen. The outside deck areas with all the furnishings & access to kayaks& paddle boards were very much appreciated. Our family which ranged in age from 20-87 all had very memorable vacation. Thank you . We look forward to renting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

Dream Vacation

This was a family Christmas present that didn't disappoint. We had planned on spending most of our time at the Winter Festival, but we stayed at the house instead because we liked it better. There were the best games and outside equipment for our grandsons. The cozy and welcoming interior begged us not to leave, so we didn't. Even our grandsons were impressed with the walk-in and double headed showers. It was a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B., Boise, ID

What a gem!

This house is a treasure on Pilgrim Cove. The pride of ownership is visible everywhere and translates to a welcoming and comfortable vacation experience for guests. The home is well equipped and well maintained, close to town but still secluded and quiet, and the lake views and access can't be beat! We particularly liked that it wasn't full of bunk beds; as a group of 4 couples, it can be difficult to find a rental that sleeps 8 without forcing one or more of the couples into single beds. This house has five bedrooms and six beds, which means plenty of privacy and comfortable sleeping for everyone, whether you're traveling with friends or family. Each of the 3 levels was a comfortable temperature, too, allowing us to take full advantage of all the space. Bonus: there's at least one bathroom on each level. We had all of our breakfasts and dinners at the house, and the kitchen accommodated 4-5 cooks at once without a problem. We were even able to grill one evening thanks to the unseasonably warm weather. We hope to be back next year to take advantage of this great house again!

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Shanga La in the Snow

Our group consisted of four males, all retired from government law enforcement and all various levels of intermediate skiers. We unanimously found the lodging to be perfect from every perspective. We used four of the five bedrooms. All four had comfortable King size beds. We did not cook, but the kitchen was complete. There were enough good restaurants in McCall (a charming small town) to prevent us from even thinking about eating in. The house is lakefront and the view is indescribably beautiful. The property was loaded with books and games to amuse children of all ages (even in their fifties and sixties). We also enjoyed sitting in the family room at night and observing two different foxes dropping by to beg for a handout. We also observed a number of mule deer and elk in the neighborhood. The surrounding mountains and Brundage Ski Resort offer one of a kind vistas. Even though the resort is comparatively small, the entire mountain is accessible offering a wide range of incredible scenery. The owners, Dan and Mary Poole, are genuinely the real deal and will go out of their way to make sure you enjoy your stay. This is a no brainer that offers a lifetime of good memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

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

Making memories

Wonderful time for all three generations! Fully equipped and very luxurious. Games and toys for all levels. Perfect setting, looking forward to a summer visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Family Getaway

This property was perfect for our family getaway. The view of the lake was amazing. It's was close to town for ice skating, dinner, and time on the tubing hill. My kids are already wanting to plan another trip. Thank you Mary and Dan for opening your home to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

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

Property is awesome. ..pantry was fully stocked. Views are breathtaking...super clean

Fantastic property...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia J.

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

1st time at Winter Carnival

Not only is this home beautiful it is also the most well stocked home we have ever stayed in. The views of the Lake are gorgeous! It is only a few minutes from town making it so convenient. The owners are great to work with...awesome communication in making sure we were happy with the home and had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for the perfect vacation spot!

About the host

Hosted by Dan Poole

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We were born and raised in northern Idaho and both graduated from the U of I. 35 years ago, our first Christmas away from home as newly weds, we rented a cabin in the cove and we have been coming back since then. We bought this land and a very rustic cabin in 1999 and decided to rebuild in 2009. The knotty pine paneling in the great room of the new cabin was lovingly reclaimed from the original 1940s cabin.

Why they chose this property

We love the cove because of its strong, welcoming community and 1950s neighborly values. Our children learned their love and respect for the lake and its fagile ecosystem and made life-long friends of all ages here. Both daughters celebrated their marriages here and both extracted spousal commitments for frequent returns. For our family this is paradise.

What makes this property unique

Our cabin is located on the east side of Payette Lake, in Pilgrim’s Cove. Anyone who has ever stayed on the east side of the lake knows that is offers the benefits of fewer boats and smoother water than the other side of the lake. In the winter it offers the opportunity to experience long hours of silence.

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