RIVER MAGIC! Riverfront Private Retreat—Fish and Kayak from the Backyard!

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8465 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

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Stanley, ID

Challis, ID (CHL)48 min drive

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin is SO stunning, and sits right on the Salmon River! Michael and Thuy are great...

Barb D.

Jun 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Downriver

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Upriver

1 King Bed

Upstairs Main Floor

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs Downriver

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Upriver

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Main Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Retreat to this Salmon Riverfront 5,000s/f architect designed pristine log home with soaring ceilings, river views from every room, and total privacy. Fish, swim, and kayak right off the backyard. Or enjoy the sound of the river from multiple patios, deck, and inside the house. Within 30 minutes of EVERYTHING: 20 STUNNING riverside miles from Stanley, 27 miles to Redfish Lake Lodge, 7 miles to the Sunbeam Cafe, 8 miles to Sunbeam Hotsprings, and close to hiking and biking trails throughout the area. Play on the Salmon, in the Sawtooths, White Clouds and Frank Church, and then come home to a world-class estate nestled next to the river.

Property manager

Thuy & Michael

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The house has off-white berber carpets throughout. We take our shoes off at the mudroom and request that our guests do too.

If you don't know how to work something (the thermostat, the windows, etc. ) please contact our manager at the # we will provide.

Relax, enjoy, celebrate the river of life in our special place of magic and peace.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

North America

Stanley, ID

Frequently asked questions

Is RIVER MAGIC! Riverfront Private Retreat—Fish and Kayak from the Backyard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RIVER MAGIC! Riverfront Private Retreat—Fish and Kayak from the Backyard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RIVER MAGIC! Riverfront Private Retreat—Fish and Kayak from the Backyard!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is RIVER MAGIC! Riverfront Private Retreat—Fish and Kayak from the Backyard! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Salmon-Challis National Forest and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Sawtooth National Recreation Area. Salmon River is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Barb D., Colorado Springs, CO

4 June 2023

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

Absolutely wonderful!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin is SO stunning, and sits right on the Salmon River! Michael and Thuy are great hosts, who were very responsive to all my questions. We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederick N.

5 Mar 2022

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

Riger magic? Oh boy, does this place have it!

Once here we quickly realized that it's much more than just another catchy listing title - the river's influence was ever-present throughout our stay, and in short: the setting is awe-inspiring. This property is a peaceful delight - plenty of wondrous space and spaces to gather together, relax, and enjoy. The home itself is spectacular, with everything well-maintained and very clean. The location is "away from it all" while still ideal for quick jaunts into nearby towns and a great jumping-off point for daily adventures. The river serves as a steady companion and willing guide throughout your stay. We were sorry to go when the time came to say farewell - and already thinking about when we might return.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

18 Feb 2022

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

Absolutely stunning and peaceful river lodge

My family and I loved our second stay at River Magic Lodge! The Log home is comfortable and classy, with remarkablecraftsmanship hall is breathtaking

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

14 Feb 2022

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

Amazing location, expansive, comfortable home, right on the river!

What a wonderful place! I want to return here as often as I can -- The Salmon River runs about 100 feet from this palatial "log cabin!" The views are stunning. I plan to return in summer to enjoy the river for fishing, kayaking and swimming. The house is easy to find, very large and comfortable, with everything you need to relax and enjoy the home. The drive to the nearest town, Stanley, is absolutely gorgeous. Hot springs are nearby! I am so glad I found this place. One of my best vacations ever!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

S S.

14 Feb 2022

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

Simply incredible

Wow. What an incredible find. I would say that we took a chance on this new listing, but the photos convinced us, and we had an unforgettable Valentines weekend. This place somehow combines the warmth and charm of a "log cabin" with the grandeur of a multi-million$ mansion. Huge private views of snow and icy waters, while warm and cozy by the fire. The hosts were great and clued us in to several hot springs along the river that we incredible in the snow. Everything was simple perfect. A bit big for just the two of us, we'll be back with friends this summer to take more advantage of space, the river, and nearby Sawtooth mountain hikes, which have long been some of my favorite anywhere in the US. What a great gathering spot.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Thuy & Michael

We’ve been playing in the Sawtooths for 37 years and dreaming of getting a place on the Salmon River, far enough from Stanley to be near our beloved hotsprings, but close enough to pop in for dinner or go for a hike in the Sawtooths, or boat on one of the lakes. When we saw River Magic, and the quality and care with which the seller and the architect designed and built it, we knew we had found a jewel on the Salmon River. We love being there—sitting on the back deck watching and listening to the river, fishing on the river, playing frisbee or just chilling in the pasture next to the river, putting in below Sunbeam Dam and taking out at our place, or kayaking from River Magic to the Squaw Creek take-out,…relaxing in the elegant log lodge great room with a soaring over 30 foot ceiling—and know that you will too!—Michael and Thuy