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Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum

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Our beautifully restored fishing home near Bald Mountain & the Big Wood River
Our beautifully restored fishing home near Bald Mountain & the Big Wood River
Living room
Living room
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ketchum, ID
  • River Run Day Lodge
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Sun Valley Ski Resort
  • Bald Mountain
  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum

NOTE: There are more direct walking paths that give quicker access from the house to River Run Lodge (6 minutes) and Roundhouse Express Gondola (9 minutes) than shown in the automated times by the map above.

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WELCOME to 515 Wood River Drive, one of the original fishing homes in Ketchum, Idaho! We face the Big Wood River, with great fishing year 'round. And we're just a short walk to town, the bike path, and Bald Mountain -- Sun Valley's premier peak with great winter skiing.

Our authentic, beautifully preserved log home has been completely remodeled: two bedrooms and two baths upstairs and a large master bedroom and bath downstairs. But, we’ve retained the original log-cabin look of the original house. We were in love with the house when we first saw it; we love it even more after our extensive and careful remodeling. And, we’ve attempted to bring inside some of the outside that is historic Ketchum, the Ketchum we love. The kitchen’s hickory cabinets blend with the color of the logs of the outer walls. The white tile reflects the snow in season, while the forest green grouting and other green accent colors — like the green leather and upholstery in the living room — reflect the evergreens and grass of the spring and summer.

In keeping with our affection for the house, which we want to share with you, you will find a number of fragile wood carvings — of fish, beaver, raccoon, and bear — that we commissioned a Montana artist to create. We had another artist capture the feeling of Idaho in oil paintings you’ll find displayed in the living room, the master bedroom, and the hallway. The house is light and sunny; windows overlook the yard and the Big Wood River. It’s not a very large home; very few homes in this area, many 70 years old and even older, are not large … at least by today’s standards. But our house is charming and cozy.

The house comfortably sleeps 6 in beds. In special cases we can accommodate up to 8 people (please inquire if interested).

We love dogs — I am privileged to own two adorable Goldens myself — and have designed the house to accommodate the needs and safety of our four-legged friends. The property is completely private with an organic yard and mature trees, surrounded by a handsome fence that offers full security to children and pets.

~Mary Ann Peters

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs must be house trained and neutered (if male).
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please review ALL house rules before booking your stay. We will verify ALL reservation details after the booking.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ketchum

Located in Ketchum, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Gail Severn Gallery and Gallery DeNovo are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hemingway Memorial and Ernest Hemingway Memorial. PK's Ski and Sports and Sawtooth Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Ketchum, ID

What's nearby

  • River Run Day Lodge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Roundhouse Express Gondola - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • River Run Ski Lift - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Big Wood Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • St Lukes Wood River Medical Center - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Run Day Lodge - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Maude's Coffee and Clothes - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Grumpy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lefty's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Whiskey Jacques - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Fishing/Ski Log Home by River/Mountain – a Feeling of Old Ketchum located?

Located in the heart of Ketchum, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Gail Severn Gallery and Gallery DeNovo. Sun Valley Museum of History and River Run Day Lodge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Mary Ann Peters

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Mary Ann Peters grew up in Northern California, a member of an old California family, who enjoyed fly fishing, backpacking and skiing in the west with its Golden Retrievers. Upon receiving her PhD, she moved to Palo Alto, California where she has lived and worked, lecturing on marketing at the MBA level, running a high tech consultancy, and participating on boards.

Why they chose this property

As a youngster, her family would vacation in the Sawtooth region where they hiked, fished, and skied in the winter. She developed her love for down hill skiing on Bald Mountain (Baldy) in Sun Valley. Once the family was grown, she and her husband purchased a gem in Ketchum; one they remodeled over 15 years. It was important to the family, to maintain the ‘look’ and ‘feel’ of old Ketchum even though they completely updated the property.

What makes this property unique

One can enjoy an extensive book collection while relaxing in a home not a vacation rental house. The property was remodeled with one thing in mind: guests should feel comfortable as if they were in their own home. And if one likes to cook, he/she will find almost every cooking gadget he/she requires. The large, fenced backyard is safe for children and dogs whom we welcome. The property is fertilize with organic, safe products; no chemicals. From the picnic table one has beautiful views of Baldy and one of the 30, lovely evergreen trees that line the property. The bike path is minutes from the house. One can walk to town in 10 minutes or ‘skip’ down the path to River Run to join the Bald Mountain hiking trail or jump in the River to cast a line. The house is conveniently located for all types of activities provided by The Sun Valley Company (Summer Symphony, music concerts, ice skating, hockey, gallery walks, and more). Biking, mountain biking, fly fishing, skiing, hiking, and walking are just of some the outdoor activities that are available within minutes from the house. And if one wants to stay ‘home’ one can relax, read, or sit at the picnic table and enjoy the views and weather.

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