You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
This Pet-Friendly, Cedar Forest Retreat with lake view of Murphy Bay 100MB WIFI
You will enjoy your morning coffee or sunset evening glass of wine from the beautiful 1000 square foot deck overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. This private, peaceful retreat is minutes from the vibrant town of Sandpoint and the City Beach. The cabin retreat has 2 bedrooms equipped with double queen bunk beds, dressers and can sleep 8 people. High speed Wifi and Netflix are also included. There is a propane Bar-B-Q and an outdoor oversized stone patio with fireplace, full kitchen and washer and dryer. Just a 15 minute drive to Schweitzer, a 40 minute drive to Silverwood Amusement Park, a 20 minute bicycle ride to City Beach or a 5 minute drive to downtown Sandpoint . Close to great hiking and biking trails. Enjoy all the great things this amazing town has to offer...great shops, restaurants, festivals and best of all amazing weather!! In the winter you can ski from nearby Schweitzer Mountain, snowmobile, cross-country and snowshoe. Year round activities at your doorstep. The retreat is pet friendly. We have a chocolate lab named Murphy and with the home on Murphy Bay, Murphy's retreat came to life.
Property manager
Erin & Thomas Schmidt
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Car recommended
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Coffee grinder
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Books
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: non smoking only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the lake
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Water park
Fitness facilities nearby
Kayak on site
Bicycle on site
Hiking nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Marina nearby
Ice skating nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Snorkeling 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
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)
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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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pets considered
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome
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 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, a first aid kit, 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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
This Pet Friendly Cedar Forest Retreat Overlooking Murphy Bay
This Pet Friendly Cedar Forest Retreat Overlooking Murphy Bay
This Pet Friendly Cedar Forest Retreat Overlooking Murphy Bay
About the neighborhood
Sandpoint, ID
What's nearby
Panida Theater - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Sandpoint City Beach Park - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
Liberty Pier - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
Lakeview Park - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 42 min drive - 24.8 km
Getting around
Sandpoint Station - 8 min drive
Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Dairy Depot - 9 min drive
DISH at Dover Bay - 15 min drive
Babs Pizzeria - 9 min drive
Matchwood Brewing Company - 8 min drive
Evans Brothers Coffee - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is This Pet-Friendly, Cedar Forest Retreat with lake view of Murphy Bay 100MB WIFI pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at This Pet-Friendly, Cedar Forest Retreat with lake view of Murphy Bay 100MB WIFI?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at This Pet-Friendly, Cedar Forest Retreat with lake view of Murphy Bay 100MB WIFI?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is This Pet-Friendly, Cedar Forest Retreat with lake view of Murphy Bay 100MB WIFI located?
Located in the heart of Sagle, this vacation home is steps from Murphy Bay and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Pend Oreille. Panida Theater and Sandpoint City Beach Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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This Pet-Friendly, Cedar Forest Retreat with lake view of Murphy Bay 100MB WIFI Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Great little cabin that met all of our needs. Loved staying here for the week. Having Schweitzer to ski 25 miutes away, the town to hang out in, and being able to drive to Coeur d'Alene for one day.
Our stay was very relaxing. As I noted with our survey above the hosts were exceptional at communicating and their property was perfect for our family.
This is our 2nd visit to Murphy’s Retreat and it never disappoints! Thank you to Thomas and Erin for offering this lovely rental and for being such gracious hosts!
Beautiful setting. Plenty of amenities provide by hosts. Fabulous outside decks and fire pit. Not much of a view of lake but at least a peekaboo. Would definitely stay here again!
Jean B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Katja W.
22 July 2015
Wonderful experience
I stayed here with my two young children and mother and we had a terrific time. The house was well stocked with anything you could need. The deck was amazing to watch the beautiful sunsets and to enjoy meals on. We would definitely come again!
Katja W.
8/10 Good
TOM M., Argyle, TX
7 September 2018
WOW what aa deck!
Loved spending the morning and evenings on the multi level deck/patio. The kitchen is beautiful. The location of Murphey's Retreat is convenient to Sandpoint too!
Nice updated kitchen, super comfy beds, a highlight is tons of great outdoor space & seating to enjoy. Great location to hit Sandpoint & all the lake has to offer. Owners a breeze to deal with.
We stayed here with our two dogs and it was the perfect spot! Conveniently located- just a short drive away from beaches, trails, good food and all the adventure Sandpoint has to offer. The place was spotless too! We loved the map of the lake that the owner put on the wall which describes all the locations to visit and where dogs are welcome. If we make it back this way, we will certainly stay here again. Thank you to the owners for working hard to make this such a wonderful place to stay with our “kids” (pups).
Carly W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Jan C.
6 April 2018
Beautiful setting in the trees with lake and mountain views
Super clean cabin and very comfortable beds. Well equipped with anything you could think of. Property is very convenient to Sandpoint and points north or south. It is very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed great views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Our dog was very happy exploring around the cabin. Plenty of room to stretch your legs.
Nice cabin in the woods with views of the lake. Very well equipped in terms of both the cabin and amenities including fire pit, grill, smoker, bikes, watercraft etc. Note there is no direct water access from the property, but the views are great. The owners are very responsive.
Simon M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Alia M.
8 July 2017
Great place! Comfy stay with TONS to do!
Neat spot! Close to Sandpoint with a great relaxing outdoor patio and deck. The owners, Erin and Thomas were very attentive for any questions that came up. And, when I say tons to do I mean a shed full of things you can use like bikes, corn hole, tennis racquets, kayaks, soccer ball, just to name a few. The beds were SO comfortable...we all slept great! Two nights was definitely not enough to fully enjoy everything, but a great stay nonetheless.
Erin and Thomas, your property was incredible and the perfect spot for me and my family to spend time this December.
The location was ideally located, taking us only 5 minutes to get downtown and only 25 to get to the ski hill.
The amenities at the property were as described and we loved the cozy vibe. Our pet Lucy sure loved being able to stay at the property as well!
Both of you were incredibly responsive and assisted us with all of our questions.
Thank you for such an amazing experiencing with VRBO!
Madeline K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
8/10 Good
Jess G., Las Vegas, Nevada
9 August 2018
Great Outdoor Space
This cottage provided us with a great place to crash and enjoy some time with family. We were able to make use of the paddle boards since our family in the area had a truck to transport them. Our boys rode the bike around. The deck and patio were great for relaxing in the evening. The remodeled kitchen is lovely. The mattresses were fantastically comfortable. The hosts were great communicators.
Jess G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Ellen E.
2 August 2016
We enjoyed our stay in Sandpoint
We loved the outdoor area, great chairs and wood pile. My daughter especially liked landscaping and all the stuff you left for guests to enjoy. Beds were comfortable. House could use updating and carpets cleaning, but all was ready for us when we arrived so we appreciated that. Some of the condiments on the fridge were outdated and the freezer was full. We would recommend this unit. Thanks enjoyed our stay
Ellen E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
christopher d.
20 November 2015
Cozy, convenient get-away
This was one of the few decently priced rentals I've found that allow dogs, and we were very pleased. We took our pups and our kiddo, and we were able to enjoy a fire on the patio while the dogs played. The only thing we had to watch for was the dogs staying close, as the house is just off of a kind of busy road. 5 minutes from town, 5 minutes from public beach access, and very accommodating place. We wished we could have stayed longer! Oh, and the beds were extremely comfortable. :)
This property might not be waterfront but has so much to offer. It’s a quiet little hide away with a spectacular multi level patio, and open fire pit. Bathroom needs a major overhaul but is clean and functional. One bedroom is extremely warm (but we were there when temp was 30c). Kitchen and main living area has been upgraded beautifully.
Debbie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Ruth S., Stevensville, Montana
10 January 2015
Great little place on the lake
We so enjoyed our Christmas vacation at Murphy's Retreat on Lake Pend Orielle. Since it was winter, we didn't venture onto the lake but had wonderful views. It was an easy drive to Schweitzer, and into the fabulous town of Sandpoint. This would definitely be a wonderful summer spot, too. Everything was just as described. My only suggestion would be to someday replace the carpet with something easier to keep clean. Thanks for everything!