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Secluded and Spacious Home - Close to The South Fork of the Snake River

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Aspen Hills Retreat surrounded by forest of Aspen and Pine.
Oversized deck (1200 sq ft) gives plenty of space to relax and share the view
 Rear view of Aspen Hills Retreat, showing garages and parking area
Looking NE along deck
Aspen Hills Retreat from road below...surrounded by a beautiful forest
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

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Swan Valley, ID
  • Popular LocationHeise Hot Springs28 min drive
  • Popular LocationKelly Canyon Ski Area39 min drive
  • AirportIdaho Falls, ID (IDA-Idaho Falls Regional)43 min drive
  • Popular LocationYellowstone Bear World47 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Other (See Description)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secluded and Spacious Home - Close to The South Fork of the Snake River

**Please note when you turn off Hwy 26 onto our dirt road, it can be muddy during early summer and during inclement weather. 4 wheel drive is highly recommended.**
Relax on the over-size deck and drink in the natural and scenic mountain beauty of East Idaho! The stunning views from every angle will give you incredible views of Mountain Solitude! The peace and seclusion of the setting fulfills a dream for many visitors - to escape to a more peaceful, natural setting. Aspen Hills Retreat sits next to groves of Aspen and Pine trees, on a hill overlooking pastures and fields. Wildlife often come out of the woods to roam the area including moose, elk and deer.

The tranquility and beauty of this property make Aspen Hills Retreat the perfect place for your getaway, whether it be a family vacation, reunion, friends or business group, fly fishing buddies, wedding, romantic honeymoon or anniversary...anyone who would like to experience the peace of this secluded property.

The kitchen has a skylight in the ceiling, gas stove and burners, microwave, refrigerator, more than ample cupboard space, and central island. 2 bathrooms, each with a shower and tub. Washer/Dryer for use.

Aspen Hills Retreat offers 4 bedrooms, beds for 8 with 3 queen beds and 1 set of bunk beds. We also provide some air mattresses, plus room for sleeping bags on the floor.

The 1500 sq/ft deck is the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. The sounds and scenery of the mountains and breathing the crisp, clean air are gifts for our guests. Thousands of twinkling stars are seen in the skies at night. Hopefully you'll get to experience one of our summer rainstorms and a beautiful rainbow which comes only after the rain.

The large lawn offers plenty of room for camping in tents, campers and RV's (no hookups).

This secluded property can accommodate large groups for reunions, weddings and other large gatherings.

A short hike up behind the retreat will give you a dramatic view of the landscape where the famed Snake River winds through Swan Valley.

This comfortable property is strategically situated in a triangle for a Home-Base. Only an hour drive East to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, then north to the Grand Teton National Park. Or you can go West, then North through Island Park which borders Yellowstone National Park with the West Entrance at West Yellowstone. Close to wonderful fishing in Swan Valley.

A scenic trail for hiking is Cress Creek Nature Trail, about 15 minutes from the Retreat. It's in an area which has a favorite swimming area - Heise Hot Springs is built by a natural hot springs, and has 3 different pools, each with different temperatures, and a 350 ft slide in the cool pool. A new adventure is to traverse the mountain by Heise on 10 zip lines...now available for the very adventurous who like to get a birds-eye view of the area!

A golf course, plus a fun miniature golf course is at 7N ranch, bordering Heise Hot Springs.

Guided trailriding catering to all skill levels is another activity just a mile further up the road from the Retreat, at Granite Creek Ranch. Most of the trails are on the mountains, so the scenery is awesome!

A Fisherman's Dream...Blue ribbon Cutthroat trout Fly Fishing on the Snake River is just 3 miles to the Conant Boat Dock and in various areas through Swan Valley. Fishing, boating and water skiing can be found at either Palisades or Ririe Reservoirs, both about 20 minutes away. Boats and trailers can be parked at Aspen Hills.

Trails for 4-wheelers or snowmachines are within minutes of Aspen Hills Property on public ground. Personal boats and trailers with machines can also be parked at Aspen Hills. We don't allow motorized vehicles to be driven on Aspen Hills Property or surrounding areas.

Yellowstone Park can be accessed by driving north on Hwy 20 through Island Park with its beautiful sites, and into the west entrance, West Yellowstone (2 hours to the north). You can drive through Jackson Hole, Wyoming, then into the Grand Teton National Park and the south entrance into Yellowstone Park, on Hwy 187, north of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Jackson Hole is a beautiful 1 hour drive to the east from the Retreat. A new super side trip - the Yellowstone-Grand Teton Loop of 262 miles, crosses into all three states that border Yellowstone Park...a fantastic scenic drive!

Property manager

Peter Zitlau

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Perfect for children! PLAYGROUND

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
Events Allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside or in own vehicle

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: Events Allowed
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Ririe

Located in Ririe, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Kelly Canyon Ski Area and Bronze Buffalo Sporting Club at Teton Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caribou-Targhee National Forest and Snake River. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Swan Valley, ID

What's nearby

  • Heise Hot Springs - 28 min drive
  • Kelly Canyon Ski Area - 39 min drive
  • Idaho Falls Idaho Temple - 41 min drive
  • Yellowstone Bear World - 47 min drive
  • Bronze Buffalo Sporting Club at Teton Springs - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) - 43 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean. It had plenty of beds for all of us.
Great for large family with extra energy for all the toys in the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelcie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family vacation
The kids, all ages really enjoyed all the things to do and play on the property. The adults loved how quiet and peaceful it was. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We had a great trip to the National Parks! The location was perfect! We had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
The view was great and it was an amazing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Retreat!
The location was beautiful. We loved the spectacular sunsets from the large deck! Plenty of parking for extra vehicles/boats. Close to reservoir and river for boating and fishing. Peter was a great communicator and host! Spacious yard made for great time throwing the frisbee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Peter Zitlau

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Carl and Nessie Zitlau are long-time farmers/ranchers of this property. Carl's grandfather homesteaded on the Granite Creek Ranch, one mile down the road. Over time, more acreage has been added, and the Aspen Hills Retreat is now a part of the ranch. We have 7 grown children and 9 grandchildren, all of whom love coming to the area to work and play. A few of our children even own their own cattle and run them with ours on the forest for summer pasture.

Why they chose this property

The land adjacent to Granite Creek Ranch became available some years ago and now our cattle herd grazes the fields. We saw an opportunity to share the beauty of this exceptional 'corner of the world' with others, so we have opened up the Aspen Hills Retreat to families and other groups for their vacations, retreats and reunions.

What makes this property unique

A great HomeBase for so many activities, no matter which direction you travel!

Peace and quiet, clean, fresh air to breathe, and beautiful mountain scenery at Aspen Hills Retreat.
2 hours south of the west entrance into Yellowstone National Park,
1 hour west of Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
South Fork of the Snake River, world-class fly fishing...Conant Valley Boat Dock only 3 miles from the Retreat.
4-Wheeling and Snowmobile trails within 5 miles.
Idaho Falls, Idaho is only a 50 minute drive (Pop. 50,000) with The Museum of Idaho, the Idaho Falls Temple and Visitors Center, a Greenbelt around the Snake River for walks, Tautphaus Zoo and plenty of shopping.
Heise Hot Springs Resort is a 25 minute drive with 3 pools and a 350 ft slide in the cool pool offers a natural hot pool choice for everyone in the family. A Zip Line has been installed on their mountain.
Yellowstone Bear World - a drive-thru bear and wildlife park is a 35 minute drive.
Palisades Reservoir and Ririe Reservoir are 30 minute drives for boating and fishing.
The famed South Fork of the Snake River with world-class fly fishing is just a short 3 mile drive, plenty of parking for your boats at the Retreat.
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