Escape to a peaceful and private 11-acre retreat just 20 minutes from downtown Sandpoint and the Schweitzer Mountain shuttle lot. This fully furnished, smart-home getaway offers modern comfort, stunning mountain views, a private ½-mile walking trail, Starlink high-speed internet, and open land perfect for relaxing, exploring, or reconnecting with nature.
Ideal for families, ski trips, golfing weekends, and guests seeking a quiet refuge that’s close to town but far from crowds.
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THE SPACE
Bedrooms (3)
• Comfortable mattresses with pillow tops
• Premium linens
• Smart TV
• Quiet, dark nights
• Designed for restful sleep
Bathrooms (2 Full)
• Bright, clean, and spacious
• Fully stocked with essentials
• Fresh towels provided
Kitchen
• Full-size appliances
• Cookware, bakeware, and utensils
• Coffee maker + tea station
• Dishwasher
• Open layout perfect for families
Living Room
• Smart TV
• Comfortable seating
• Mountain and meadow views
• Open, bright, and inviting
Technology & Connectivity
• Starlink high-speed internet (work remotely with ease)
• Alexa-enabled smart home features
• Smart entry
• Smart thermostat
• Exterior Motion lights and cameras for safety
Outdoor Features
• 11 private acres
• ½-mile loop trail through forest and meadow
• Firepit with seating (perfect for stargazing)
• Mountain views
• Open fields for kids and dogs to play
• Wildlife sightings
• Quiet, dark skies
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LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
Proximity to Key Destinations:
• 20 minutes to downtown Sandpoint
• 20 minutes to Schweitzer shuttle parking
• 10 minutes to Idaho Club Golf Course (Jack Nicklaus design)
• 5 minutes to Pack River Store
• Easy access to Pack River, hiking, and outdoor recreation
About the Drive
Guests love the peaceful drive down Rapid Lightning Road — it’s a scenic, low-traffic stretch of countryside with mountain views. You get the best of both worlds:
• Quiet retreat and total privacy
• Easy convenience to town, skiing, dining, lake access, and shopping
Unlike staying “on the mountain,” you avoid crowded resort areas, icy hill roads, and noise.
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WHY FAMILIES LOVE THIS RETREAT
• Plenty of indoor + outdoor space
• Quiet, safe property for kids
• Trails to explore
• Room to play
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Strong Wi-Fi
• Easy access to restaurants & groceries
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WHY SKI GROUPS LOVE THIS RETREAT
• Easy 20-minute drive to shuttle
• Space to store gear
• Smart home conveniences
• Perfect for unwinding after skiing
• Firepit for evenings together
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WHY GOLFERS LOVE THIS HOME
• 10 minutes to Idaho Club
• Peaceful mornings
• Scenic setting
• Close to Pack River
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IMPORTANT NOTES
• Rural, quiet setting
• Wildlife frequent the area
• Outdoor fires allowed during safe seasons
• No parties unless pre-authorized
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HOUSE RULES
• No smoking
• No unauthorized events
• Dog-friendly with approval
• Guests must respect neighbors and the land
• Follow local fire and wildlife guidelines
