Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp

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A house with a red door and a porch, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a comfortable armchair.
A house with a red roof, a well-maintained lawn, and a wooden fence.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone wall, and a built-in oven.
A dining area with a wooden table and six chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a microwave, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Mackay, ID
  • Place, Devil Boat
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Bottolfsen Park
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Mackay

Mackay is home to this holiday home.
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Map
Mackay, ID

What's nearby

  • Devil Boat - 22 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Bottolfsen Park - 22 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sammy's Mini Mart - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Perk's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger Time - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Scoops Corner Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spice of Life Coffee House, Bakery and Gift Shop - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp on 16 Mar 2027 start from AU$677, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve your Mt Borah base camp located?

Situated in Mackay, this holiday home is 24.2 mi (38.9 km) from Devil Boat and 24.3 mi (39.1 km) from Bottolfsen Park.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great spot for prep to hike Mt Borah. As advertised, slept comfortably, nice hot shower, well-equipped kitchen and great fireplace for evening board games.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited Idaho to climb Borah Peak, and this was the perfect home base for our group! House was clean and spacious, check-in and check-out was a breeze, and our host Natalie was very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s nothing fancy, but it’s clean and in a great location. This place really grew on us the longer we were here. It was great to be able to sit outside after a day of driving and hiking, and enjoy the beautiful scenery that surrounds this place. We’d absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Mt Borah adventurers. The house was clean, spacious, comfortable, and had all basic necessities. Natalie's communication was great -- prompt, informational, & honest.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and a cute little house! We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home! Loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to explore the valley and fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a good area! We loved the open living room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place just outside of Mackay! The host was easy to communicate with and the house was nice and cozy. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Clean, comfortable place near town and fishing. Very happy with our stay. Not sure if there is wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay- just to clarify, that is correct, there is no wifi or tv.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here felt homey and relaxed. The house was comfortable, with a cozy feel to it. It was a great place for our family to read, play games, relax and also go out to enjoy hiking and exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Mackay Guesthouse at Iron Ore Reserve. Even though it was snowing and very windy during our visit, the house was warm, cozy, and comfortable, making it a perfect place to hunker down. The home was clean, well stocked, and had plenty of space for our group. The setting is peaceful and beautiful, and communication with the hosts was excellent. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host were great about getting back to us. The place was clean and we injoy our stay. I look forward to see where there future plans take them
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean. Loved the outdoor firepit.Had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Shower door did not slide. No AC. One toilet did not work. No body soap in the showers. No Kleenex in the bathrooms. Entryway had a lip which was easy to trip on. Be nice to have a 12 cup coffee maker. Bathroom exhaust fan did not work. Other than those items, it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Terry thank you for your feedback, so sorry that we didn’t know about some of these things during your day so we could’ve helped too supply or fix things so you would’ve been more comfortable. We will look at making improving in these areas. I haven’t heard anyone say the toilet wasn’t working before or after your stay, but maybe you are referring to the toilet that has a sign that says you just need to hold it down a little bit longer to flush. That’s just the way the old style plumbing is on that toilet unfortunately. As for the shower door, we were aware of that, it just needs to be lifted in order to be opened. It is a little bit tricky I understand, hopefully that’s something that we can replace in the coming year or so. Again, thanks for the feedback on things that we can improve.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

For the price it was great.

Nothing fancy but was clean and worked for what we needed. I loved the old door latches and locks. Will probably be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hi Natalie & Jared. The place was great! Thank you! We went out to eat so we never used any dishes. We successfully summited Mt Borah today.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for exploring the area and nearby recreational opportunities. House was clean with plenty of space for 6 of us. Beautiful stone fireplace wall. There is on-going construction on the grounds to be aware of. Owner is prompt in responding. There was an odor that we'd get a whiff of now and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and the unique features of the home and its location. As for the odor, sometimes in a 50-year-old home we’ve noticed that sometimes happens so we take every effort to deep clean and sanitize and deodorizer, and will look into this more. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with this property. Maybe a bit close to the main road,but it didn’t affect anything we were doing. It has everything you need to make your stay more pleasant.The town’s people were very friendly and I love talking to people about their lives. We stumbled upon an old cemetery to explore, the Mountain View’s were breathtaking, and the historical museum was very interesting. The best was the exploring of the old mine tour. Totally worthwhile to see and experience. Your property was a perfect place to visit all of these wonderful places. Thank you for making it available to travelers like my family.
Just sitting on the front porch.
One of the beautiful valleys.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish I could give above excellent for description and communication. The host was very clear with the plan and what to expect. She answered all of my questions within minutes, no matter how small, all throughout the holiday weekend. The property was perfect in size and location for our party. It was decorated very cute and had everything we needed. Very spacious! They had information on the area “things to do”, and everything we needed for our stay: even shampoo! There were a very small number of things needed some attention, but definitely normal wear and tear items that the host was very open to feedback about. She even offered a cleaning discount due to miscommunication with the cleaning crew making check in late, but we hadn’t even left our home yet. This place is great! Such a cute place for a nice getaway. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a great place! Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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