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10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kimberly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Urban Escape: Steps to Downtown
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Air-conditioning
- Internet
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
Explore the area
Boise, ID
- Encore Skyline Dog ParkPlace, Encore Skyline Dog Park3 min drive
- Boise State UniversityPlace, Boise State University8 min drive
- Albertsons StadiumPlace, Albertsons Stadium10 min drive
- Boise, ID (BOI)Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)3 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Urban Escape: Steps to Downtown
Welcome to your close-to-downtown retreat within 5 minutes of Boise State! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home comfortably sleeps eight guests. Enjoy a restful night in the king bed, with additional queens and twin beds in the other rooms, as well as a dedicated workspace. Explore local shops, restaurants, and attractions, all just minutes away. Whether you're here for business or leisure, this charming retreat offers comfort and convenience.
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4340124vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Boise
Southeast Boise, a neighbourhood in Boise, is home to this holiday home. Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame and Boise Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include National Interagency Fire Center and Wildland Firefighters Monument and Oregon Trail Memorial Bridge. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts and Zoo Boise are also worth visiting.
Boise, ID
What's nearby
- Encore Skyline Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
- Boise State University - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
- Boise Towne Square Mall - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
- Albertsons Stadium - 10 min drive - 3.8 km
- Boise Centre - 13 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
- Boise Station - 17 min walk
- Boise Airport (BOI) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
- Dutch Bros Coffee - 3 min drive
- Cross Grain Brewhouse - 5 min drive
- Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - 4 min drive
- 13th Street Pub and Grill - 5 min drive
- Dutch Bros Coffee - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Urban Escape: Steps to Downtown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Urban Escape: Steps to Downtown?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Urban Escape: Steps to Downtown located?
Located in Southeast Boise, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of National Interagency Fire Center and Wildland Firefighters Monument, Boise State University and Boise Depot. ExtraMile Arena and Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame are also within 3 miles (5 km). Boise Station is 17 minutes by foot.
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10/10 Excellent
Charlotte A.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for our family!
In town for a family reunion and birthday party, and this house was perfect for us. As advertised!
Charlotte A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Tracy J.
29 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had two families stay at the house over Thanksgiving. We made a big Thanksgiving dinner and everything we needed was available!There was plenty of room for everyone. Downtown Boise was a quick drive from the house.We had a great time!
Tracy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2025
Thank you for being a wonderful guest! You guys are welcome back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent
Allicia J.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home Base
We were in town for a Swim meet and a soccer tournament. This was the perfect home base. Very clean. Very quiet. Host response was incredibly fast and she was very accomadating. Will stay here again!!!
Allicia J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Thank you so much for the positive feedback! You are welcome back anytime.
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