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House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, fireplace, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest

Enjoy the morning sun on the front porch, or picnic on the large, covered back patio. Kitchen has been fully updated w/new cabinets, & granite counter-tops. Garage has been converted to a lovely family room, living room has soaring vaulted ceilings. Master suite, laundry room & 1/2 bath on main level, 3 glass sky lights. Upstairs bedrooms all have double closets for lots of storage. Back yard RV parking w/electrical hookup, meticulous landscaping. A Wonderful family home. This home is the gateway to recreational activities, also 10 miles from MHAFB, (Mountain Home Airforce Base.

Property manager

Butch Wells

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
House is Gateway to the Boise National Forest Mountain Home

About the neighborhood

Map
Mountain Home, ID

What's nearby

  • Mountain Home History Museum - 3 min drive
  • Hospital Foundation - 3 min drive
  • Desert Canyon Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Mountain Home Air Force Base - 18 min drive
  • Bruneau Dunes State Park - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Perk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brie'sta Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest located?

Located in the heart of Mountain Home, this golf vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mountain Home History Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hospital Foundation and Desert Canyon Golf Course. Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation and Mountain Home Air Force Base are also within 12 mi (20 km).

House is the gateway to the Boise National Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location but odd home layout
The check in process was easy. The home was very clean. It's a two story home so chances are someone will be staying downstairs. However, that room only has a double bed that was not connected to the headboard. It was very wobbly and not very comfortable for two large adults to sleep in. It also has a skylight with no shade so we were awakened at the literal crack of dawn. Our next option would be a purple room upstairs with a queen & a twin in it. That bed was so hard that I knew I would get no sleep. The next option is a full size futon in the 3rd bdrm and our friends had the 4th bedroom. That room had a ceiling fan which did not work or could not get to work. The home was warm due to the high temps in Idaho but even when we tried to turn down the t-stat for cooler temps it kept reverting back to 76 degrees and that made for a very warm 80+ degrees upstairs. This is probably a great home for the cooler months and I would love to enjoy the large back yard - oh and it needs a new grill outside also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My Vrbo stay
Everything was terrific, has a really nice, covered patio and large yard. Only one item we had to adjust for, the BBQ grill propane tank was empty, and we had to bring another one over to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This rental had great reviews that in combination with its extremely close proximity to my brother’s home is the reason we chose this rental. The sole purpose was to have a place for our family of 4 to sleep. It was impossible to sleep here due to how hot the home was. The bedrooms were easily 88 degrees and higher most evenings while the HVAC ran constantly. Butch was great in his communication and lowered the thermostat to 67 degrees but it barely brought the bedrooms down to 80. It’s clear that the HVAC / central air system is insufficient to cool this home in the middle of July. I think this place would be a great place to stay during the fall, winter, and spring seasons but until the AC is fixed I would recommend avoiding during the summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beautiful house
Nice clean and everything went great for a 7 day stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Military stay
I'm in AF Reserves. I was on active orders and worked at the AF base for 4.5 months. The VRBO home was great for my stay.
Stayed 45 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house
Very well stocked. Great location. Can’t wait to visit again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Military trip
I came to Mt Home AFB, ID to work for 3 months. I found this house because there was no lodging availability on base. It has been great staying here. My orders have been extended and I will continue my stay until I head home. Butch is great to work with. At this moment I'm in a hotel because I had to leave for a few days because there was a prior reservation for this week. Butch was helpful and allowed me to store some of my belongings in a locked closet so I wouldn't have to move everything out. I would recommend the house.
Stayed 50 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherie T., Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Mountain Home
This home was in a perfect location in Mountain Home. We were there to visit a relative in the USAF. It is an older home with 4 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms. Plenty of room to spread out and a great back yard. Butch was great with communication!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Very good location and easy to find . Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain home
Conveniently located, very clean, nice town. Lots of snow February-March
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodations for visiting MHAFB
Well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
very nice
Coffee pot needs replacing, tv remotes too numerous to understand . overall a 4,75 owner called after we had a minor event and was most helpful. nice alternative to a motel. would stay here again. Thanks Butch
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Home home away from home
Lovely home right in the neighborhood of our family. Truly our home away from home! We will be back again. Thank you for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marshal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Thanks for hosting our weekend! The property and town were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
Clean, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha B., Reno, NV, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
So much better than a hotel
The property was ideally located within 2 miles of our family's home. We found it spacious and fully furnished. We even found the cooking utensils needed to make a cake for our Mom's 75th birthday. The front room and fire place provided the perfect ambiance for visiting. Butch was attentive to our needs. We will look for this property before a hotel for our next visit to Mtn. Home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
The grill outback could be replaced and the draft from the family room/garage was a little chilly. Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit for Memorial service
This property was within 4.5 miles from our family members home, so it was very convenient and in a nice neighborhood. all necessities were provided and it was comfortable for the number of people we had. Thanks for pleasant stay. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great house centrally located to everything. The neighborhood is nice and the house was clean and spacious. Would definitely recommend if you are staying in mountain home.
Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Katrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Airman visit
The home was in an excellent location to the air base! The home was spacious and inviting. Butch was wonderful to work with. Only negative was the rainy weather. I think it was the only weekend they will have rain!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious clean home!
Very clean and spacious with everything we needed. Butch was great to deal with and I would rent from him again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B., Mission Viejo

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home in Mountain Home
Due to a relocation issue, I was unable to book a home in Boise. Luckily, I found this home and Butch was a world class host. The home is spacious, with plenty of seating and beds. The backyard is stunning and spacious. We were able to find comfort in the family room, and also a good nights sleep on the foam mattress. There are a variety of beds that would be great for a large family that needs more than 3 rooms. The kitchen is well laid out, and with a couple more baking pans it would be a great asset. The home is centrally located to the town, local Walmart, and dog park. If you plan to stay long, Bruneau state park, Shoshone Falls, and DT Boise are all great day trips to have. The town is full of lovely AFB folk that will make you feel like mountain home is your home.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharla G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing
We came for a fishing tournament. This house was great had room for our boat and enough rooms for everyone. Butch was easy to work with. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Great location close to Mountain Home AFB.
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2020