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

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Property manager

Mary Ann Peters

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Composting
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs must be house trained and neutered (if male).

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dog friendly Fishing/ski Home Organic Yard by River/mountain

About the neighborhood

Map
Ketchum, ID

What's nearby

  • River Run Day Lodge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sun Valley Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sun Valley Ski Resort - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dollar Mountain - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Bald Mountain - 31 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪River Run Day Lodge - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Grumpy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Maude’s Coffee and Clothes - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lefty's Bar & Grill - ‬12 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).

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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Gail Severn Gallery, and Gallery DeNovo. River Run Day Lodge and PK's Ski and Sports are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carter P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
Property located in our favorite neighborhood in Ketchum, very quiet, peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home.
Wonderful home, terrific location and very helpful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lots of character
Overall we had a great experience with the location of this property, ease in working with the owner, and how fully stocked it was.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Winter Spot
Really lovely and loved that this place was dog friendly. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

C Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Log Cabin
This log cabin was perfect for our family of 5 with 3 older kids. Very welcoming and cozy atmosphere with lots of books and outdoor-themed decor. The location was great - close to skiing and downtown. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kristin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
I appreciate the owner worked with me on a repeat visit. The place has a lot of stuff in it but nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Sun Valley abode
A great home, full of character, warmth and charm. Access to town and ski hill was effortless, and the surroundings couldn’t have been more perfect for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Our family of four (me, husband & two teenagers) and two dogs enjoyed our stay here for the Christmas holiday. It’s close to town, ski slopes, and nature which was exactly what we were looking for in our getaway. We’re happy to recommend this property to other families looking for a nice winter vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Beautiful home in a fantastic location. Thanks for making our trip to Sun Valley awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stoney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escaping the Texas Heat
This was the perfect place for our family to stay for a couple of weeks this summer. The location was great! Close to town and hikes. We’re already looking at our calendar for next summer.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sun Valley
Great location. Cute cabin. Lots of snowshoe Trails and Nordic!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ketchum Cabin
Perfect size for our family and Location was perfect near town, bike trail and Bald Mountain. Great outdoor space and views. After a few recommendations to the owner about outdoor comfort for future guests (including new lounge chairs) , she was very accommodating and already making changes. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in Ketchum
We really enjoyed staying at Mary Anne’s cute cabin! It was clean, spacious and a fabulous location. The kitchen had all the necessities that you would need and we would definitely come back and stay. Thank you again!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ketchum vacation
Charming log cabin with all the amenities. Maybe a lounge chair or two outside would be more comfortable to read/hang out on other than a picnic table. Very quiet and walkable to shopping and hiking. Very quiet neighborhood! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ketchum Wedding
My wife and family were in the Ketchum area for a few days and we brought out two Labs. Regardless of the dogs being very well accommodated, the house and location was nearly perfect. We loved the home, area and accessibility it offered us. If you are a cook, you will find more than your average 'rental' kitchen stock. As there is no perfect possibility in some minds, I would consider bringing an updated bedroom pillow. The provided comfort was basic as one could expect. But we loved the comfort. Thanks for the rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ketchum Stay
We spent a month at Mary Ann's house and it was perfect. We could walk to downtown Ketchum and the River Run base. Our dogs loved walking around the neighborhood and the nearby bike path. The house was comfortable and well equipped and any questions we had were easily answered with a review of the many instruction sheets placed throughout the house. The Village Market was very convenient. We had a great time - and appreciate that Mary Ann is willing to share her house with others.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M. A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Down to operating the remotes.
Very hard to find someone who will share their home with two big Labs. The answer is someone with three Goldens.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin in Ketchum
We really enjoyed our stay at this cozy warm home. It is very close to the River Run lift and town. We stayed for 4 weeks and got a lot of snow during the first several weeks. The homeowner has very reliable services to make sure all was safe and properly taken care of. The house has a well stocked kitchen - all the tools needed to make delicious meals. The beds were very comfortable. The bathrooms are small but adequate. The owner was easy to reach and very accommodating. We really enjoyed the home, the town the skiing and the other winter activities of the area.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex S., Salt Lake City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything a home needs!
Very comfortable and functional property! Kitchen well stocked…very comfy home. Great, quiet neighborhood location. The back yard was nice and the garage bay access was even nicer! Bring your own shower supplies. Bring your own Roku or Chrome stick. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs; if the upstairs twin bedroom is in use, there’s a lot of noise transference as is common in the cabin-type homes.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Judy Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandma's log cabin in the woods
It is difficult to find a property where dogs are welcome, and we were grateful to find this house. Mary Ann is a very attentive host. When we left early because the internet speed is super slow and the pillows are hard/compressed/very uncomfortable, she said she would get right on fixing these issues. I would also say the whole house needs a serious decluttering: too many knicknacks, especially decoy ducks, too many books piled everywhere, and too many kitchen things. One or two of each kind of kitchen utensil is enough, as are one or two cutting boards - not half a dozen of each. Food cupboard is overflowing, expiration dates need checking. Lots of pots and pans - really way too many. Yard is beautiful, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teena D., Ely, Nevada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So peaceful!!!
This cabin pairs nicely with the laid- back Ketchum vibe. Located in a quiet forested neighborhood a few blocks from downtown, this dog friendly home is surrounded by tall pine and aspen trees. Our golden retrievers loved the large securely fenced yard. Inside, the home was very clean. An extensive book collection throughout the house will encourage you to put down the phone. A great place to relax and recharge. We will definitely come back. Mary Ann is a great host. Steve and Teena and Luka and Murphy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

alison c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ketchum Hospitality!
Authentic, historical, comfortable and welcoming. Fenced yard and outdoor terrace area is really terrific - private and secure! Plenty of parking space, room for bikes and equipment storage. Location is lovely and quiet with nature trees. Well set-up for our active family.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful & relaxing
Clean, comfy cabin near the river. Wish we could have stayed longer. Great host, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
As advertised
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming log cabin walking distance to town
We loved the proximity of this cabin to downtown Ketchum and to the bike path and the river. it’s within walking distance to River Run lodge as well. We enjoyed hanging out in the yard. Very homey mountain log cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024