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Secluded Off Grid Mountain Yurt

Hosted by Wade · Garden Valley, Idaho

5 guests max · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet

97%

11 reviews

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PRIVATE MOUNTAIN YURT NEAR GARDEN VALLEY, IDAHO Camp in comfort on nearly 45 secluded wooded acres between Banks and Crouch, about a mile from the South Fork of the Payette River. This private mountain yurt offers an authentic Idaho wilderness experience with electricity, Starlink Wi-Fi, heat, air conditioning, propane cooking, a wood stove, and a large private deck. This is not a campground loop, neighborhood, or glamping resort. The yurt sits by itself in the forest, surrounded by ponderosa pines, wildlife, dark skies, and quiet mountain terrain. SLEEPING The open-layout yurt sleeps up to 5 guests: • Two guests on the padded lower bunk • One guest on the padded upper bunk • Two guests on the futon The bunks use padded sleeping mats rather than conventional mattresses. Guests who prefer additional cushioning may bring a sleeping pad or inflatable mattress. Bedding, pillows, and towels are not provided. Bring sheets, blankets or sleeping bags appropriate for the season, pillows, and towels. Winter-rated sleeping bags are strongly recommended during cold weather. POWER, WIFI, HEATING AND COOLING The yurt has electricity and fast Starlink Wi-Fi. The mini-split provides heat and air conditioning, making the yurt comfortable during both hot summer days and cold mountain nights. A wood stove is available for supplemental heat and ambiance. Firewood is not provided for the wood stove or outdoor firepit but can be purchased locally in Crouch or Garden Valley. COOKING The yurt includes: • 2-burner propane stove • Cast-iron griddle • Propane grill on the deck • Mini fridge • Drip coffee maker and Keurig • Hot-water kettle • Cookware, dishes, utensils, spices, salt, pepper, and cooking oil There is no conventional oven. WATER AND TOILET There is no running water, shower, or indoor bathroom. Fresh water is provided in 5-gallon containers for drinking, cooking, and washing dishes. The yurt has an indoor dishwashing sink, but it is not connected to plumbing. A clean private porta-potty is located about 100 ft from the yurt and professionally serviced weekly. PARKING AND ACCESS There is no parking directly beside the yurt. Guests may unload gear near the porta-potty, which is a short walk from the yurt. After unloading, vehicles must be moved to one of two designated parking areas. Both require a short uphill walk. The path is natural mountain terrain and may be uneven, dusty, muddy, snowy, icy, or slippery depending on weather. The final approach is a narrow rock and dirt mountain road with steep sections. Apple Maps and Google Maps may route guests incorrectly, so detailed directions, GPS coordinates, parking instructions, and unloading guidance are provided before arrival. During winter, AWD or 4WD with proper winter tires or chains is required. LIGHTING The yurt has interior electric lighting but no exterior lighting. Bring headlamps or flashlights and plan to arrive before dark when possible. DOGS Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome when included in the reservation. Dogs must remain leashed whenever outside, may not be left unattended inside the yurt, and must leave with you whenever you leave the property. Please pick up all pet waste. We have two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and free-range chickens elsewhere on the property, so strict leash control is required. WILDLIFE AND FIRES This is active wildlife habitat. Guests may encounter deer, elk, turkey, skunks, porcupines, snakes, foxes, bobcats, bears, mountain lions, and other wildlife. Never approach or feed wildlife, and do not leave food, pet food, or trash outside. All fires must follow current restrictions, remain attended, and be fully extinguished before sleeping or leaving. Outdoor fires may be prohibited during periods of high fire danger. NEARBY ADVENTURES The yurt makes a private basecamp for: • Hiking and mountain biking • Rafting and kayaking • Fishing • Hot springs • ATV and UTV riding • Snowshoeing and skiing • Hunting and wildlife viewing • Stargazing • Exploring Garden Valley, Crouch, Banks, and the South Fork Payette River BEFORE BOOKING Please make sure everyone in your group is comfortable with: • No running water or shower • No indoor bathroom • Private porta-potty about 100 ft away • Guests provide bedding, pillows, and towels • Padded bunks and futon rather than conventional mattresses • No parking directly beside the yurt • Short uphill walk • Narrow mountain road • Seasonal mud, snow, and ice • No exterior lighting • Active wildlife • No glass containers anywhere on the property This stay is best for guests seeking privacy, stars, wildlife, outdoor adventure, and a genuine mountain experience with useful modern comforts.Surround yourself with nature on nearly 45 acres of secluded mountain land, perched a mile above the South Fork of the Payette River between Banks and Crouch. This private yurt offers a true off-grid mountain experience with the comfort of electricity, Starlink internet, heat, AC, propane cooking, and a wood stove for cozy nights. This is real mountain wilderness, not a neighborhood or resort setting. If you're looking for quiet, privacy, wildlife, stars, and adventure, you’re in the right place. The yurt sleeps up to five guests with a bunk bed and futon. Guests must bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. We recommend zero-degree sleeping bags in winter and lightweight bedding in summer. There is no running water and no shower. We provide fresh 5-gallon drinking water jugs and a clean private porta-potty. A sink is available inside for washing dishes. The yurt is heated and cooled by a mini-split system. Firewood is not provided for the wood stove or fire pit but can be purchased locally in Crouch or Garden Valley. There is interior lighting but no exterior lighting, so please bring headlamps or flashlights. Cooking amenities include a two-burner propane stove with cast-iron griddle, a propane grill on the private deck, and a fully stocked cooking setup with dishes, utensils, spices, and olive oil. Access requires a short walk from the parking area. Terrain may be uneven, muddy, snowy, or icy depending on the season. In winter, 4WD or AWD with winter tires or chains is required. We live on the property but respect your privacy completely. You will not see us unless you need assistance. This stay is ideal for hikers, snowshoers, hunters, anglers, skiers, rafters, kayakers, off-roaders, and anyone wanting a true wilderness escape with modern comforts. Other things to know • Bring your own bedding, pillows, and towels • No running water • Firewood not provided • Clean porta-potty on site • Short walk from parking area • Winter access requires AWD/4WD and sometimes chains • Expect wildlife, changing weather, and a genuine mountain experience

What to expect

Short walk to site

Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (1-5 mins)

Yurt

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

5 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, wood burning fireplace

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. 2 pets max. Please clean up after your pets. No pets in the yurt alone. Please let us know you are bringing pets so we can put up our chickens :)

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, private, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station

Wifi available

No showers

Picnic table absent

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 4:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

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Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

97%

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Yurt · Sleeps 5 · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet

Surround yourself with nature on nearly 45 acres of secluded mountain land, perched a mile above the South Fork of the Payette River between Banks and Crouch. This private yurt offers a true off-grid mountain experience with the comfort of electricity, Starlink internet, heat, AC, propane cooking, and a wood stove for cozy nights. This is real mountain wilderness, not a neighborhood or resort setting. If you're looking for quiet, privacy, wildlife, stars, and adventure, you’re in the right place. The yurt sleeps up to five guests with a bunk bed and futon. Guests must bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. We recommend zero-degree sleeping bags in winter and lightweight bedding in summer. There is no running water and no shower. We provide fresh 5-gallon drinking water jugs and a clean private porta-potty. A sink is available inside for washing dishes. The yurt is heated and cooled by a mini-split system. Firewood is not provided for the wood stove or fire pit but can be purchased locally in Crouch or Garden Valley. There is interior lighting but no exterior lighting, so please bring headlamps or flashlights. Cooking amenities include a two-burner propane stove with cast-iron griddle, a propane grill on the private deck, and a fully stocked cooking setup with dishes, utensils, spices, and olive oil. Access requires a short walk from the parking area. Terrain may be uneven, muddy, snowy, or icy depending on the season. In winter, 4WD or AWD with winter tires or chains is required. We live on the property but respect your privacy completely. You will not see us unless you need assistance. This stay is ideal for hikers, snowshoers, hunters, anglers, skiers, rafters, kayakers, off-roaders, and anyone wanting a true wilderness escape with modern comforts. Other things to know • Bring your own bedding, pillows, and towels • No running water • Firewood not provided • Clean porta-potty on site • Short walk from parking area • Winter access requires AWD/4WD and sometimes chains • Expect wildlife, changing weather, and a genuine mountain experience

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Reviews

97% Recommend15 ratings · 11 reviews

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· February 2026

Second time visiting!

With kids ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

This is the first time our family has revisited a Hipcamp location that we’d stayed at before. We enjoyed our second visit and will likely continue to visit in the future as it is a beautiful location for a weekend getaway near Boise. Wade’s yurt is great because it is clean, well stocked with supplies for cooking, and it has an electric heater/AC plus a wood burning stove, so we sleep comfortably when we visit during the winter. The yurt also has board games, a disc golf hole + frisbees, a corn hole game, a grill, and chairs for around the fire pit. The outhouse has been freshly cleaned both times we’ve visited as well. The first time there was tons of snow and my kids enjoyed sledding down the hill on site. This year there was no snow, so we spent an afternoon soaking at Kirkham hot springs instead! Regardless of the season, this is a relaxing place to spend a couple days.

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· September 2025

Already planning our return!

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

We loved staying here! It was so beautiful and peaceful and exactly what we were looking for. The yurt had everything we needed to feel comfortable! The AC and internet were great perks for such a remote spot. Wade provided super helpful instructions and was quick to reply when we had a question. We can’t wait to return!

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· June 2025

With pets ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

We loved the yurt! We are normally tent campers, but with a newly adopted dog and an elderly dog we decided that the yurt was a good alternative this time. It was the perfect place to relax and recharge for a couple of days. It felt private, in and among all the trees. The walk from parking to the yurt was tricky for our old arthritic dog but with a little assistance he was able to make it along just fine. Having the amenities in the yurt of the AC and lighting made it extra comfortable. The stove and fridge made cooking easy. Wade was very responsive and even provided a recommendation for easy river access when we asked in the middle of our stay. We can’t wait to come back again.

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· February 2025

Fun Weekend Winter Wonderland

With kids ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

Our family enjoyed a winter weekend at Wildedge Yurt to celebrate a birthday. The kids had a blast sledding and playing in all the fresh snow on the hills around the yurt. The yurt itself was very clean, warm, and comfortable. The porta potty was also fresh and clean. We parked in spot #2 near the porta potty. It wasn't a very far walk at all to reach the yurt. Basically just down a small slope from the road. Spot #1 is a bit further, about a 5 minute walk. We brought suitcases, totes, and a cooler instead of backpacks. If you go that route, definitely park in spot #2, or at least unload up by the porta potty. Wade was extremely easy to work with and responded to my questions quickly. He also kept in touch with us about snow levels and access. It's beautiful there! It was a weekend full of great memories and our kids are already asking when we can return! One thing to note: There are 2 roads named Timberline Dr. off Banks/Lowman Rd. If you just plug in the address in Apple Maps it'll take you to the first road (coming from Boise), which is not correct. Don't take that one. Instead, follow the written directions Wade sends you and go to the 2nd Timberline Dr. that starts out as Huston Rd. that is just a bit further down Banks/Lowman Rd. Wade plows that road in the winter as it's basically his really long driveway passing by some summer cabins. Enjoy your stay!

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· January 2025

With pets ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

This was an adorable place to get away from the city for the weekend. Would highly recommend.

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· December 2024

Great place!

With pets ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

What an amazing yurt! Very clean and more comfortable than we expected. Will rent again!

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· October 2024

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

Really lovely hurt! It was cozy and quaint with a lot of wonderful amenities. Wade has a gorgeous property with mature, tall trees and the stargazing was incredible. We had a lovely time and would highly recommend!

Mixed feelings

· September 2024

Disappointed in the "seclusion"

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

Maybe it is that I grew up in the country be the ability to see 2 house from the deck and hear the neighbors talking in the mornings and evening is not secluded. I was disappointed the yurt did not offer the away from it all that is advertised. After getting past that issue, the Yurt was amazing. Very cute, the area was quiet, and could see the stars. For anyone who grew in in a city, this is definitely away from it all. The amenities were on point, great little heater and A/C unit. Games to help keep guest entertained. A great stay other then the missed expectation

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· September 2024

WildEdge Ranch Yurt

With pets ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

This yurt is cozy, clean and perfectly rustic. The deck is lovely, the cook stove is awesome, and the land is beautiful. Wade was very responsive and helpful. Close proximity to hot springs, forests, and the river. Thanks so much!

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· September 2024

With pets ·

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

Great place, very cosy, close to crouch but very much in the wilderness. Lovely place to unwind and disconnect

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· August 2024

Loved it!

Secluded Mountain Yurt with Power

We loved staying here! The yurt was so much cleaner and more stocked up than we ever anticipated! We didn’t notice it in the description but were very excited that it was air conditioned and had a fridge. When we walked in it was set to a wonderful 72 degrees which was perfect as it was very hot outside. Also not mentioned in the description was that there is a frisbee golf course with discs, corn hole set up and other games. We for sure will be back here again!

Location

Garden Valley, Boise, Idaho, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Wade B.

Joined in July 2024

Secluded Off Grid Mountain Yurt

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