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BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST!

BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST!

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ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH
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GREAT ROOM; VIEW
MARIE CREEK IN EARLY SUMMER

Overview of BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 104000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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Coeur d'Alene, ID
  • Popular LocationLake Coeur d'Alene12 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course20 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoeur d'Alene Parkway State Park21 min drive
  • AirportSpokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Balcony Suite

1 Queen Bed

Bear's Den Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Moose Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Native American Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Silver Room

1 Queen Bed

Wolf Lair Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST!

This magnificent and spacious home has 6 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. The unique setting of this home is at the confluence of two streams and surrounded by pristine natural beauty to stir your heart. Like a painting come to life with romantic rock bridges, quaint stone steps and walls, lush pastures, fruit trees, flowers and jade-green ponds; this is a dream come true! This enchanting home is located at the gateway into the vast National Forest. This 150 Acre ranch is surrounded on three sides by U.S. Forest land; 2 1/2 Million Acres extending to Montana and Canada! There are deer, elk, moose, bear, wolves, bald eagles, wild turkeys, and ermine on or visiting this ranch; and we have maintained the property as a wildlife preserve. There are no visible neighbors and this is a place of serenity, peace and complete quiet except for nature!

The two streams are Marie Creek, which has high water in the Spring and early summer, along with several large pools of water and log waterfalls into mid-July. By early to mid-August, Marie Creek goes underground by the ranch. It continues to run above the ranch in the National Forest. Searchlight Creek runs the north-south length of the ranch and in front of the house. Searchlight Creek runs year round and is a perfect creek for children to play in the creek and the pools.

Home is 4,000 S.F with 6 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 2 Stone Fireplaces and a great Western Decor!

Elk Mountain Ranch was homesteaded in 1908 and the Deed is signed by President Theodore Roosevelt, on display at ranch. The center of the current house was built in 1930, and retains much of the charm of that time period. The later additions are very western and rustic.

This family ranch was offered as a Vacation Rental beginning May 1, 2014 for the first time. The furnishings and décor are that of a high quality, Western motif reflective of the love we have for this beautiful ranch.

The ranch is 150 acres with access into the National Forest. You can pan for gold in the creek! We now have a fire pit and provide firewood for your use! You can bring your Mountain Bikes, ATV's, Snowmobiles or Cross Country Skis and stay for a fun-filled vacation summer or winter! We do provide sleds for our awesome sledding hill and snowshoes to use on the ranch or into the adjacent National Forest land. We now have 2 full size Tipis, beautifully hand painted with native designs which are great for photos, overnight sleeping, for children to play inside or for quiet meditation.

Elk Mountain Ranch is also a private trout hatchery comprised of three separate spring-fed ponds where they are raised from fingerlings to full size adult trout which in turn, spawn, and continue the cycle. We provide trout food for our guests for which the trout which put on a spectacular show! We allow absolutely no fishing on the ranch and breaking this rule will forfeit one's damage deposit. Only the bald eagles and osprey fish unhindered; and we want our guests to enjoy all this majesty of nature.

Property manager

Michael Dickson
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children must be supervised.

Events

No events allowed
No Weddings, No events over 12 guests.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 4 pets total)
Housebroken pets are allowed; with a $35 pet fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking area available.
No fishing in the trout ponds, or deposit will be forfeited, Video surveillance. Additonal guests by permission or nominal fee, please inquire.
Use of shooting range by specific permission. No weddings or events are allowed on the premises.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: No Weddings, No events over 12 guests.
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 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

About the neighborhood

Coeur d'Alene

Located in Coeur d'Alene, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course and Triple Play Family Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Coeur d'Alene. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Coeur d'Alene, ID

What's nearby

  • Lake Coeur d'Alene - 12 min drive
  • Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course - 20 min drive
  • Coeur d'Alene Parkway State Park - 21 min drive
  • McEuen Park - 22 min drive
  • Coeur d'Alene Golf Course - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wolf Lodge Steakhouse - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEAUTIFUL ELK MOUNTAIN RANCH ADJOINS OVER 2 MILLION ACRES OF NATIONAL FOREST! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Coeur d'Alene, Blue Creek Bay, and Beauty Bay. Sanders Beach and Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 256 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk Mountain Ranch
We had a wonderful time! The property is amazing! It was fun to feed the trout, we did lots of hiking, and we were lucky the weather was beautiful. We also enjoyed having a bonfire each night. And everything was explained very well to us by the owners with great communication. If we are in need of another VRBO in that area, we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends birthday get together
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Christmas
When you drive up it looks so quaint and serene. Picturesque with the snow all around. Had fun feeding the fish in the pond and walking around the property. Made a great for a great Christmas.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early Christmas gather for our family
Excellent stay - Susan was such a good communicator and had the place all decorated and perfect for our early Christmas gathering. Loved the location and all the space. Loved the fish ponds and sledding hill, absolutely perfect the outdoorsy family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Holiday
We had our family at this wonderful property for the holiday. Loved the cold weather and beautiful outdoors for hiking!!! Great for large groups and very well stocked house!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Dickson

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Elk Mountain Ranch has been in our family for over 50 years. My Dad was a German Artistic Stone Mason as is evident at the ranch. Our family immensely enjoyed and loved living at the ranch. We enjoyed foreign guests who came and stayed at the ranch, and it was such a wonderful experience, we decided to officially offer the home as a Vacation Rental. My parents lived there into their late 80's, as it was such a healthy environment. The ranch is now a wildlife reserve and timber farm. We live a short distance away which is convenient for care-taking the home and property. When you stay there, you have the home all to yourself!

Why they chose this property

Elk Mountain Ranch is one of the most unique and beautiful properties in the Northwest. We found it amazing to feel so remote, secluded and peaceful and yet we could commute into Coeur d'Alene in 15 minutes for Shopping, Groceries, Restaurants, Church, Social Activities, Art Shops, the City Beach, or Silverwood Theme Park. In the photo we are tubing on the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River which is just 25 minutes east, via Interstate 90.

What makes this property unique

At Elk Mountain Ranch you can imagine it is 1906 and experience the peace and observe the wildlife just like the first pioneers did! ....If you'd rather golf at the World's only floating green, that is only 15 minutes away!....If you'd like a 'Cowboy steak' that is so huge you can't eat it all, that is 10 minutes away at the famous Wolf Lodge Inn & Steakhouse!

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English

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