Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres

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A modern outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, a round table, and chairs.
A modern two-story house with a dark exterior, large windows, and a covered entryway.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a coffee table with books and decorative items.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round ottoman, and a brown leather chair.
A modern kitchen with a round dining table and wicker chairs, a built-in oven, and a large window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Ketchum, ID
  • Place, Sawtooth Botanical Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, River Run Day Lodge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sun Valley Ski Resort
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Ketchum

Located in Ketchum, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sawtooth National Forest and Bald Mountain, while Sun Valley Museum of History and Gallery DeNovo are cultural highlights. Sawtooth Botanical Garden and Argyros Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Map
Ketchum, ID

What's nearby

  • Sawtooth Botanical Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • River Run Day Lodge - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sun Valley Ski Resort - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Sawtooth National Forest - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • River Run Ski Lift - 15 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cabanita - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wiseguy Pizza Pie - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪River Run Day Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smoky Mountain Pizzeria Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pioneer Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres?

As of 8 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres on 10 November 2026 start from NZ$2,148, 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 Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Mountain Paradise on the Bigwood River - Private Guest House on 5 Acres located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sawtooth Botanical Garden and 2 mi (3.2 km) from St Lukes Wood River Medical Center. Broadway Ski Lift and River Run Day Lodge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our best rentals ever. Terrific hosts.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were amazing attentive and thoughtful without being overbearing. The property was spotless and the design was beautiful. I wouldn’t change a thing and would happily return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2026
Thank you so much, Michelle! We loved having you and hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the nicest Vrbo that we have ever stayed. It's so tastefully decorated as well. We absolutely loved this place. I did want to say that we arrived to the place and there was a sweet note and some goodies that we really appreciated. We can't wait to return and Suzanne is super responsive if you ever have any questions. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2026
We absolutely loved hosting you and hope to see you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This property is well-appointed in an upscale neighborhood with convenient access to the bike trail. The beds were very comfortable! The host provided a lot of little extras in the house as welcome items - very thoughtful. I gave it 4 stars primarily because I feel the advertising was misleading. This "private" guest house is immediately adjacent to the main house where the hosts live. You share a driveway and look out the window to their house. In addition, we had people camping on the other side of the guest house during our stay. Lastly, my shower had hair in it that wasn't mine. Most importantly to me was the fact that although this VRBO is "on the Bigwood River", you can neither see nor hear the river from the guest house. The distance to the main channel is over 450 feet away. When the river runs high in the spring, I am sure this changes. For most of the year, however, the property is riverfront, the guest house is not. The river is walkable through the natural area, following game trails, but there is no place to sit and enjoy the river on this property. I had planned on relaxing on the patio, meditating, etc. while listening to the river. If someone else had explained that the small patios can neither see nor hear the river, I would have selected another rental. There are others available that actually do have river and/or creek frontage with beautiful patios where you can enjoy the water while dining, visiting, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suzanne truly went far and beyond! A welcome basket, stocked refrigerator and recommendations of local restaurants to name a few. Also frequent texts to verify our needs. The home is high quality down to the utensils. A convenient location to Ketchum and Hailey and incredible views just outside our doorstep including a herd of Elk. We cannot over emphasize the details that were afforded to our visit. 5 Stars!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a true treasure. We have stayed in numerous short-term rentals in various states and countries, but none with the level of architectural detail or quality workmanship as this property. We have stayed in short-term rentals in the Ketchum / Sun Valley area many times and this property is our favorite by far. The hosts were very gracious and responsive and provided us with a generous welcoming package. The property is located in a quiet, wooded area offering privacy in a beautiful setting. We shall return!Bill, Pam, Chip & Sharon
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2026
We loved hosting you and hope you come again. The elk will be waiting for you. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay at the Bigwood River Retreat. Suzanne was a phenomenal communicator from the start, answering all of our questions and offering some great hiking, activity, and dining suggestions. Walking into the home was like stepping into an Architectural Digest article crossed with a Crate & Barrel / RH catalog... stunning, yet warm and cozy. On top of that, there was a thoughtful note and a wonderful basket of snacks and treats to make our stay even more special. We most enjoyed sitting outside on the back patio surrounded by the beautiful aspen trees. We also fly-fished in the stream every day after hiking, enjoying the cool water on our tired feet and legs. On our last evening, we looked out the front window to see a herd of about 20 elk, including some young ones, grazing in the front yard! We are already looking forward to our next visit and stay at Bigwood River Retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2025
David - what an incredibly lovely review! We absolutely loved hosting you and your sweet family. We can’t wait for you to return again. You were absolutely fantastic guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, beautifully appointed, excellent communication. We saw deer and elk just steps from our door. Generous welcome package of goodies was delicious. A quiet spot outside of Ketchum. We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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