Family Retreat - Pool, Tennis & Lake Access



Locally Owned & Operated

McCall & Long Valley
Casago Franchise Owner
What our guests are saying...
Family Retreat - Pool, Tennis & Lake Access is described as a spacious, comfortable, and relaxing home that is well suited for groups and families. The property is noted as clean, cozy, welcoming, and well stocked, with thoughtful furnishings, a functional layout, and organized details that support an easy stay. Its location is praised for being close to town, the lake, groceries, and the lodge, while also offering easy parking and convenient access to nearby attractions. Guests especially appreciated the peaceful riverfront setting, beautiful views, serene scenery, and the chance to enjoy wildlife from the porch and backyard. Amenities highlighted positively include the pool, tennis courts, fireplace, televisions, dining area, functional kitchen, and river access for fishing and outdoor enjoyment. The home is also described as cute, well decorated, adequately furnished, and full of character, making it a place guests would gladly return to.
Overview
Resort Amenities: Pool, Tennis & Fireplace
A Serene McCall Home With Pool, Tennis, and Payette Lake Just a Short Stroll Away Trade the daily grind for the gentle rustle of trees and the shimmering beauty of McCall in this wonderfully comfortable second-floor home — where shared amenities, a jetted primary bathtub, and a location that puts Payette Lake within easy walking distance make for a vacation that hits every note perfectly. Start your morning with a few sets on the tennis courts, then cool off with laps in the shared pool before heading out to explore. Rent a kayak and paddle the glassy surface of Payette Lake, or take a boat out to cast a line in deeper water and see what's biting. When you return, kick off your shoes, sink into the plush sofa, and catch up on cable TV or a DVD by the warmth of the wood-burning fireplace. Connect to free WiFi to check tomorrow's forecast, toss a load of laundry in the private washer and dryer, and get started on dinner in the well-equipped kitchen. When the weather is cooperating — and in McCall it often is beautifully — take your meal out to the patio and dine al fresco surrounded by the trees. Then cap the evening with a long, restorative soak in the jetted bathtub, because that's exactly what vacations are for. Home Amenities: - Second-floor layout with a warm, comfortable living space throughout - Wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings in - Jetted primary bathtub for a long, restorative soak after a day of adventure - Well-equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals of any scale - Patio for al fresco dining surrounded by trees - Cable TV and DVD player for relaxed evening entertainment - Free WiFi throughout - Private washer and dryer for added convenience - Secure E-lock entry with a unique access code that resets between every stay - Free parking for up to 2 vehicles - Pets are not permitted at this property Community Amenities: - Shared swimming pool - Tennis courts Payette Lake at Your Doorstep, Brundage Mountain Just 17 Miles Away This home's location is a genuine highlight — just a short walk from the shores of Payette Lake and within easy reach of McCall's excellent restaurants, shops, and local attractions. In winter, Brundage Mountain Idaho Ski Resort is just 17 miles away for snow-filled days on the slopes that the whole group will love. Nearby Outdoor Activities: - Kayaking and paddling on the glassy surface of Payette Lake (short walk away) - Boating and fishing on Payette Lake - Swimming and sunbathing along the Payette Lake shoreline - Hiking and wildlife viewing at Ponderosa State Park - Skiing and snowboarding at Brundage Mountain Idaho Ski Resort (17 miles away) - Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing through surrounding national forests in winter - Golfing at McCall Golf Club - Cycling and exploring the scenic roads and trails surrounding McCall - Wildlife watching and nature photography throughout the surrounding area Nearby Towns and What to Explore: - McCall, Idaho (short walk away) — a vibrant lakeside destination featuring restaurants, craft breweries, boutique shopping, grocery stores, equipment rentals, a regional airport, and year-round community events and festivals - Donnelly, Idaho (approximately 13 miles south) — a quiet lakeside community near Lake Cascade with local dining and easy access to additional outdoor recreation - Cascade, Idaho (approximately 26 miles south) — home to Lake Cascade State Park, waterfront dining, golf, and a wide variety of summer and winter outdoor activities - New Meadows, Idaho (approximately 15 miles north) — a small gateway community with fuel, local dining, and access to Highway 95 A Few Things to Know: - Open to guests 21 and older - Pets are not permitted at this property - Free parking available for up to 2 vehicles - Secure E-lock entry with a unique access code that resets between every stay County Permit: 3025
You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.Amenities
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1
sleeps 2
Bedroom 2
sleeps 2
Bedroom 3
sleeps 2
Common Space 1
sleeps 1
Rating
Unit B19 is a large, spacious unit - perfect for 4-6 people. With 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a cozy living room and an expansive dining room table, there is enough room for everyone. Two upstairs bedrooms (one with king bed, one with 2 twin beds) have en suite bathrooms, but the ground floor bedroom (queen bed) does not. The unit is two-stories, with the first floor patio door opening to the grounds and the river. The refrigerator, the dishwasher, and the oven were all clean. We could have used a bit more dishwasher soap and toilet paper, but overall, the amenities (towels, soaps, paper towels, laundry soap, etc.) were sufficient. All that being said, the unit is woefully in need of updating, a deep cleaning, and some serious maintenance. The carpets and throw rugs should all be steam-cleaned or replaced. There is an old, plastic, carpet runner on the stairs, which is a slipping/tripping hazard. The furniture is dated, and the upholstery and pillows are all in need of cleaning. The mirrors are foggy and the corners of some walls have been rubbed off down to the metal corners. The kitchen lacks serving platters for those who stay-in and cook, and many of the the dishes are chipped. The cookware is scratched and and the cookware, utensils, and glassware all appear to have come from the thrift store in downtown McCall. The kitchen shelving is lined with rubber, which no longer lies flat and is, itself, in need of cleaning. Bi-fold doors are cumbersome and don’t function well. It is unclear if the bedspreads and blankets have been cleaned between reservations. Our feeling is probably not. They are folded/stuffed into drawers and atop shelves in the bedrooms, without any type of packaging indicating that they are clean. The 2 twin beds upstairs creak whenever there is movement on them, creating a noisy night for those who sleep in that room. (During our visit, we shifted the twin beds and found food, used tissues, and a lipstick under a bed, so we vacuumed and dusted the room before it was used.) The shower in that room has mildew in it and could use a deep cleaning. Plenty of firewood was provided, but no kindling, and no axe or hatchet was available to make use of the wood to start a fire. There is a long, hanging wire outside the living room window, which gives the unit a falling-apart feeling. The front-door code provided in the arrival information was incorrect. Our entry was delayed for 10-15 minutes while we waited outside in the cold. Finally we were able to open the lock-box to obtain a key for manual entry. The cleaning issues are not housekeeping issues, they are issues with the property management company, which does not provide enough time between reservations to properly clean and maintain the unit. Unit B19 appears to be a full-time short-term rental unit that rakes in a lot of money without returning much back into the care and maintenance of the unit. We don't think the value matched the price.
We loved listening to the river rapids from the unit and the pool-very relaxing and peaceful. Rivers Bend Condos are well designed and maintained. Great location on the river and only a short walk from a public beach on the lake, Shore Lodge and a breakfast/lunch cafe. The unit is very well supplied and can easily accommodate 6 people.
Very nice setting. Home is dated, but comforable and clean
Great scenery outback
Beautiful home. Very spacious, clean, well stocked with anything we could ever need. Very relaxing. Beautiful view. Comfy bed. No complaints.
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