Carlin Bay Retreat on Lake Coeur d'Alene - Eagle Watch this Winter!
Cabin in Kootenai County, ID
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this cabin rental
Beautiful views of Lake Coeur d'Alene, and a 10 minute walk to Carlin Bay Resort & Marina. Our 3-bed, 3-bath, 3-level home sits on a hill 70 feet above the lake, looking out the floor to ceiling windows at Carlin Bay, the lake, and the surrounding hills. The newly renovated wrap-around deck provides spectacular views of the lake and beautiful sunsets.
Seasonal note - Last winter there were a record number of bald eagles that visited our area from Thansgiving to early January. For more info, check out the BLM's Lake Coeur d'Alene Eagle Watch page.
The Loft En Suite has a king bed and jetted tub. Main floor bedroom has full/ twin bunk-bed with additional twin-size pull-out trundle and adjoining full bath. Ground level bedroom has a queen bed and adjoining full bath. There is also a queen-size sofa-sleeper in the living area on the main floor that has a comfy memory foam mattress. And a twin-size day bed nestled in the corner of the main floor living area.
The king and queen beds have plush foam-over-spring mattresses. The bunk beds have memory foam mattresses.
The fully complemented kitchen has plenty of storage space for food and supplies, and a large granite-topped island providing plenty of room for food preparation and serving. Dining table seats 8 and there is additional seating at the high-top table and the kitchen island. An outdoor gas grill is also provided just outside the kitchen door on the newly renovated deck.
On the lake side of the house is a secluded sitting area with a propane fire table where you can enjoy the view and perhaps a glass of wine after a day on the lake or exploring local backroads and trails.
We recently installed StarLink satellite internet service (June 2024). Back-up service is provided by a Verizon mobile hot-spot. Verizon signal is excellent. All cell providers' signals are boosted with a We-Boost unit.
There is a public beach and boat launch next to the Carlin Bay Marina, providing easy access to the lake within a 3-minute drive (about a 10-minute walk). Free public parking is available directly across the street from the beach park.
Overall, it's a great place to get away and relax, or use as a base to do some boating, fishing, hiking, bird watching, and exploring. Don't be surprised to see a bald eagle or two soaring overhead or perched on a nearby tree limb...
Seasonal note - Last winter there were a record number of bald eagles that visited our area from Thansgiving to early January. For more info, check out the BLM's Lake Coeur d'Alene Eagle Watch page.
The Loft En Suite has a king bed and jetted tub. Main floor bedroom has full/ twin bunk-bed with additional twin-size pull-out trundle and adjoining full bath. Ground level bedroom has a queen bed and adjoining full bath. There is also a queen-size sofa-sleeper in the living area on the main floor that has a comfy memory foam mattress. And a twin-size day bed nestled in the corner of the main floor living area.
The king and queen beds have plush foam-over-spring mattresses. The bunk beds have memory foam mattresses.
The fully complemented kitchen has plenty of storage space for food and supplies, and a large granite-topped island providing plenty of room for food preparation and serving. Dining table seats 8 and there is additional seating at the high-top table and the kitchen island. An outdoor gas grill is also provided just outside the kitchen door on the newly renovated deck.
On the lake side of the house is a secluded sitting area with a propane fire table where you can enjoy the view and perhaps a glass of wine after a day on the lake or exploring local backroads and trails.
We recently installed StarLink satellite internet service (June 2024). Back-up service is provided by a Verizon mobile hot-spot. Verizon signal is excellent. All cell providers' signals are boosted with a We-Boost unit.
There is a public beach and boat launch next to the Carlin Bay Marina, providing easy access to the lake within a 3-minute drive (about a 10-minute walk). Free public parking is available directly across the street from the beach park.
Overall, it's a great place to get away and relax, or use as a base to do some boating, fishing, hiking, bird watching, and exploring. Don't be surprised to see a bald eagle or two soaring overhead or perched on a nearby tree limb...
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 5.0
Location has a very unique bedroom configuration, plenty of beds but on many levels of the house and garage.
Large windows for terrific views, but they make the temperature controls difficult. Still had a great time!!
5.0 / 5.0
Long week-end of bar-b-cue, boating, and ice cream at Harrison. Appreciated internet for checking emails with a number of us on-line at a time. We spent mornings and evenings on the balcony deck enjoying the weather, the view, and each other.
5.0 / 5.0
The little beach and swimming area were a great place for everyone in our group and the house and deck gave us plenty of room to spread out. Communications with the owner and property manager were excellent.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic place right next to the lake with a gorgeous view and only a quarter mile from the beach. Plenty of space in the cabin and has all necessary equipment there.
4.0 / 5.0
Lovely cabin in the woods with an incredible view of the lake. We had a family getaway and enjoyed the location very much. Our only suggestions would be that a few oversized baby gates be provided, as there are a lot of stairs and it was a challenge keeping our 2 year old granddaughter safe.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great stay with 5 of my high school friends. Due to smoke from fires we were unable to ever get down to the water but we had a great time.
4.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at Gary’s property. The home is spacious and well supplied. The view from the back deck is amazing!! We were grateful for the a/c on the main floor and loft, as the August sun beats in STRONG in the afternoon. Glad to see he updated the listing regarding the WiFi/internet and TV streaming; neither is provided by host. The deck and outdoor stairs definitely need some maintenance. Hopefully that will be seen to soon.
Overall we had a great time in the Coeur d’Alene/Harrison area and we will definitely be back!
4.0 / 5.0
We all had a great time. Swam mostly, but also had a good time in Harrison.
3.0 / 5.0
The location was perfect - quiet, out of the way and close to a marina. But the house needs some love. The inside was very nice, but There is no grassy area as shown - if there was, it is now over grown with tall weeds. We were going to bring our boat but decided not to and that was a good thing as there is no way we could have turned it around. The outside was very tired and the deck was super sketchy. Pictures online seem to be after a remodel some time ago.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful stay here! The cabin was spacious, well stocked and comfortable. It was located in a prime area with access to the public dock and nice trails.
5.0 / 5.0
We had our annual family get together at Carlin Bay last weekend, the home was perfect. Large kitchen well stocked with cooking equipment, plenty of places to sleep and just hang out and visit. Our son brought his fishing boat and we used the ramp just down the hill, couldn't be more convenient, you could walk to it from the house if needed. The Latitudes food trailer at the ramp and park has a great menu too. The outdoor fire and large deck are great to watch sunsets from, and the grill was big enough to make a meal for everyone. Had no trouble getting information from the owner and check in was quick over the phone. Great location, great stay.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful time away from the hustle and bustle for a few days. The property was in a very peaceful and beautiful spot! Communication with the manager was excellent and we had everything needed to enjoy our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Our vacation was more than we could have expected
from our cabin host always just a text away!
We had a blast at Silverwood Theme Park,
Also, easy access boating tubing/fishing and side by side and many great places to enjoy a meal out.
We are already planning next years vacation
5.0 / 5.0
The house accommodated our extended family needs very well. The loft bedroom was a fun feature. Hope the owner has addressed an issue with the deck stairs which were in need of repair. Overall a great stay.
5.0 / 5.0
It was a great place to relax, cook meals and convenient location to the bike trails that we wanted to ride. The lake is beautiful! We would definitely go back.
5.0 / 5.0
Loved it! Everything was excellent and the food truck, boat dock and boat sips nearby were an added bonus!
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely Place a a Home Base for Exploring CDA
The cabin was nicely appointed and had everything that we needed. Anyone with mobility issues should be aware that there is a long flight of stairs into the main floor. You will need to carry everything in up the stairs. This is very typical for all of the houses in this area since they are lakeside.
We enjoyed the deck with its beautiful views. We had plenty of room to park our car and trailer
5.0 / 5.0
Ironman vacation
Great house just need shade. Clean, great location. Sun was very intense and tinted windows did not provide enough shade.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing family reunion
We had the best time. The property and amenities were excellent. Thank you for sharing your property with us
5.0 / 5.0
90th Birthday celebration!
Beautiful home. Beautiful view. We had a wonderful time celebrating my mother's 99th birthday with family. Would definitely return.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect place to kick back and relax
This place is great! The checkin and out couldn’t be easier, the caretakers are super friendly and helpful and the house and really comfortable and the view is wonderful! The dock and beach are a short distance away, a quick drive or even walk!
4.0 / 5.0
Beautiful out of the way location
We had friends who stayed in Coeur d'alene and while this location was not convenient to CDA due to the lower speed limit to accommodate curving roads around the lake, the area was absolutely beautiful with a great "more remote feel". The property manager was phenomenal even escorting us to the lake house as we arrived after dark. He also sent directions with maps that were fabulous and suggested a food truck Latitudes that served up delicious dishes near a little swimming spot. We also spotted moose just a little south of here around Anderson Lake and 5 osprey with their 6 ft nests and 2 bald eagles. The basement and loft bedrooms were pretty warm and it was difficult to cool them off in the heat but the main floor cooled down well and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen was great and filled with the right kinds of pots, pans, utensils - pretty much everything you need. The table easily accommodated 7 of us for dinner. We watched shooting stars at night from the deck, grilled out, celebrated a birthday and played the owner's guitar (thank you!) for added ambiance. It was great to be able to wash and dry clothes as well. A couple of us rode 34 miles of the CDA trail from Bull Run down to Chacolet Bridge and back to Harrison. We were fortunate to have been at the lake house at a time when the smoke from the fires lifted and the AQI improved. Our last day the smoke and heat rolled in. We were very worried in the beginning that the fires and air quality would require that we cancel and if that had occurred, the owner was willing to work with us to help recapture a bit of what would have been a big loss to us. Thankfully, we did not have to cancel and had a great time. The views of the lake from the house and deck are nice and the next door neighbor was too. A neighboring rooster was our alarm clock in the mornings. We hiked Mineral Ridge from here as well with fabulous views of the lake and enjoyed a gorgeous pink sky sunset. The loft situation is fine for families but can be a challenge for friends who may require more privacy as the shower and tub are completely out in the open in the loft. We were instructed to use a sheet to keep the friends downstairs from seeing the reflection of someone in the shower upstairs. Other than this, we truly enjoyed the lake house! For those who want to do all thing CDA, it would be better and more convenient to stay closer to CDA but if you are looking for a spot away from the city, this is a great option!
5.0 / 5.0
Peace by the bay
We had a great time on our family vacation. This home offers a beautiful view of Carlin Bay. Each morning and night, we would sit on the deck and look out on the bay. You are away from all the hustle and bustle of the city. It is an easy drive to Coeur d’Alene and Harrison is just down the road. The owners and their management are easily to work with and very helpful. Highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect cabin for our family!!
We greatly enjoyed our stay and the view was beautiful! This cabin was perfect for our family.
5.0 / 5.0
Great space for family get together!
We had a small family reunion while addending a wedding. Great setup, amazing views. Loved this place!
5.0 / 5.0
Great place for family
We really liked the kitchen and enjoyed the view from the deck and watching the eagles fly by. I would suggest that you paint a yellow strip on the edge of the step outside the deck doors. We kept tripping. Appreciated the greeting and tour by the care taker on arrival. Please leave written checkout instructions for those of us with short memories.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful and peaceful getaway!
We loved our ladies getaway! The home was perfect for our group of 8. We shared amazing meals at the dining room table and spent our mornings and evenings on the deck overlooking the bay. The kitchen is stocked with everything this avid cook needed! Thank you so much to the wonderful hosts for thinking of every little detail.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location!
Nice close access to water and marina. My family had a great time on the lake! Communication with Gary was easy and smooth.
5.0 / 5.0
Lake couer d alene done right
Killer spot with all the amenities you could need, and just the right amount of seclusion! The back deck is perfect for a nice family dinner and a killer sunset afterwards. Highly recommend
5.0 / 5.0
Lake serenity
The cabin is as beautiful as described, it has high ceilings and a loft with large windows. The property sits above a lake with a great patio view. We took our trip in the off season so there were few cars on the road. Deer pass through the property and you hear all kinds of nature, even eagles. There is no internet so you can use a cell phone hot spot but we brought a pocket WiFi and it seemed to allow us the stream some movies and check internet. The caretaker, Will, was very helpful when a storm came through one night and had great advice on where to eat in the surrounding areas. We would recommend the cabin and also a SUV, because there are some rough roads around the lake. Fantastic trip, we hope to come back!
5.0 / 5.0
A beautifl meeting place!
I could not recommend this cabin in Harrison more. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation! Not only was the property beautiful (so many new finishes on the interior, incredibly clean, excellent views from the large porch), but the owner and property manager were helpful and attentive when an unforeseen electrical short affected the water pump. They were quick to answer our call, and gave us great direction on how to fix the problem. It could have been a real issue, but with their help, it was only a blip.
Our young children were safe in the home and in the property. The short distance to the lake made it easy to go and enjoy the water. We will definitely be recommending this spot to friends, and hope to visit again soon.
2.5 / 5.0
I could not recommend this cabin in Harrison more. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation! Not only was the property beautiful (so many new finishes on the interior, incredibly clean, excellent views from the large porch), but the owner and property manager were helpful and attentive when an unforeseen electrical short affected the water pump. They were quick to answer our call, and gave us great direction on how to fix the problem. It could have been a real issue, but with their help, it was only a blip. Our young children were safe in the home and in the property. The short distance to the lake made it easy to go and enjoy the water. We will definitely be recommending this spot to friends, and hope to visit again soon.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time!
We had a great time. The place was clean and had a great view.
2.5 / 5.0
Perfect for us with bedrooms separated for the 3 families. The house is in excellent condition super clean with all the things you need (cooking, BBQ and et.) also in great condition. Great location quiet with great views and minutes from a public beach and rental boat docks.
5.0 / 5.0
Labor Day Family Get a way
Perfect for us with bedrooms separated for the 3 families. The house is in excellent condition super clean with all the things you need (cooking, BBQ and et.) also in great condition.
Great location quiet with great views and minutes from a public beach and rental boat docks.
5.0 / 5.0
Great Location
Beautiful views, great location and still close to everything. Will definitely be staying here again. The entire family loved it and Carlin Bay is just perfect.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful setting
The property was nice and the view was great. The owner had good communication and his caretaker brought us a fan for the bottom bedroom, as it was warm at night. Overall great stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful view and cozy bed
Our stay here was really nice. It was relaxing and a perfect escape for a few days. We drank coffee on the deck in the morning and barbecued some amazing dinners at night. The views from the deck are spectacular and you can even see bald eagles flying around. Make sure you go outside at night and look up at the stars. There is a public beach really close by, which we were really thankful for (especially because there doesn’t seem to be many public beaches on the lake). I do wish there was a walking path to the public beach. The main road is narrow and really not safe to walk on. We saw there was a path/short cut from the house to the beach, but you aren’t allowed to use it (private property and the owner/neighbor made that VERY clear to us when we politely asked). I didn’t realize the house would be so close to the neighbors house. She is out there a lot and wasn’t the friendliest, so was slightly awkward but it was fine. The open concept of the upstairs master bedroom was not an issue for us. I could see how it might be if you were there with friends or kids. But the window with the view is awesome! My only complaint is that you can see the neighbors house from the upstairs bathroom, so when it’s dark out and the lights are on I feel like people might be able to see in. If you have an exhibitionist streak to your personality, you’ll love it lol. Overall, I really did enjoy the house and stay. Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect getaway
The house was everything we needed and more for a short getaway. One in a million view of the lake and pitch black at night to allow for amazing star gazing.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful views!
We highly enjoyed our stay at this house! The house is rummy, peaceful inside & the views are breathtaking. The kitchen & bathrooms are fully stocked and clean.
Everything was better than expected.
Sometimes during the day, you can hear road traffic and the house next door is very close however everything else out weighs this.
The communication & friendliness with owner & manager were better the best!
This property was better than we expected, Thanks guys!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Kootenai County?
The average price for a rental in Kootenai County is R 4,305 per night. This rental is R 1,125 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Carlin Bay Retreat on Lake Coeur d'Alene - Eagle Watch this Winter!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Carlin Bay Retreat on Lake Coeur d'Alene - Eagle Watch this Winter! pet friendly?
Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Carlin Bay Retreat on Lake Coeur d'Alene - Eagle Watch this Winter!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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