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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Sandpoint, ID
  • Panida Theater
    3 min drive
  • Lakeview Park
    4 min drive
  • Bonner County Historical Society Museum
    4 min drive

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About the area

Sandpoint

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Sandpoint, within a 5-minute drive of Panida Theater and Lakeview Park. .This family-friendly cottage is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Schweitzer Mountain Resort and 31.6 mi (50.9 km) from Silverwood Theme Park.

What's nearby

  • Panida Theater - 3 min drive
  • Lakeview Park - 4 min drive
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park - 4 min drive
  • Liberty Pier - 5 min drive
  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Sandpoint Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Depot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Service-A-Burger - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Matchwood Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Evans Brothers Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Winter Ski Cottage in Sandpoint, ID│Free Schweitzer Shuttle│Video Tour

Carpenter Cottage provides the perfect base for your vacation getaway with 2 private bedrooms, and 1 full bath!
FREE SPOT Shuttle pick-up to town is just 1 block away!

** Tour the Charming Carpenter Cottage**
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At 864- square feet on 1 level, is spacious and comfortably accommodates 1-6 people:
✓ 1 King in the Primary Bedroom
✓ 1 Queen in the Guest Bedroom
✓ 1 Queen-sized sleeper sofa in the main living space
✓ 1 Pack-n-Play for a baby/toddler in the Primary Bedroom

With careful attention to detail, 'Carpenter Cottage' has been tastefully appointed with charming, lake-side cottage décor and offers guests every modern convenience.

Book NOW for an Automatic 7+ Night Booking Discount!

THE AMENITIES:

✓ Welcome Basket & Guest Guide
✓ High Vaulted Ceilings, beautifully exposed beams, and an open floor plan
✓ Work Station: wooden table with marble top and a teak stool in the master bedroom. Office essentials are provided.
✓ FREE Fast Fiber Internet- 1000 Mbps Download and Upload Speeds!!!
✓ Front Porch with 3 adirondack wood chairs & a view of Selkirk Mountains
✓ Charcoal BBQ on the front porch (briquettes & tools are provided).
✓ Heating: Gas Fireplace in main living space, floor heaters throughout
✓ Air Conditioning
✓ Full-size washer and dryer
✓ White linen back-out curtains in the bedrooms
✓ Complimentary Family Beach Gear
✓ Family Entertainment: Wii Gaming Console w/ Games, DVDs, board games,
children's books, family games, coloring books, crayons, playing cards, and more.
✓ Chef's Kitchen - Stainless Steel full-sized major appliances, fully stocked with all the dinnerware, glassware, pots, pans, utensils, and small appliances to prepare a simple appetizer or a full-fledged, 5-course meal.
✓ Children's tableware, table mats, bibs, and hook-on high-chair
✓ Dining Table to seat 6 with 2 benches, and an island peninsula that seats 3
✓ Bathroom: Fully stocked shower, hairdryer, emergency amenities
✓ Main living space seating: comfortable couch for 3 with 1 accent swivel chair. Multiple benches and pouf pillows for extra seating.


THE LOCATION:

Located in the picturesque and charming town of Sandpoint, Idaho, Carpenter Cottage is just 1 mile from the Downtown City Center, City Beach & northern Idaho’s magnificent, Lake Pend Oreile (Pon-der-ay)! Schweitzer Ski Resort is only a 15-minute short drive, or you can take Sandpoint’s free SPOT Shuttle…with pick-up only 1 block away from the Cottage for a FREE ride to town or the top of Schweitzer Resort. The SPOT Shuttle Route details are provided in our Guest Guide, emailed after booking, and a hard copy is supplied at Carpenter Cottage.

THE ACCOMMODATION:

'Carpenter Cottage' is immaculately furnished and comes with most everything needed for a short or long-term stay!

In the master bedroom, a luxurious king bed awaits your slumber and in the guest bedroom, there is an equally comfy queen bed. For parties over 4, the sofa transforms into yet another queen bed. The Cottage bed linens are of a high quality, with the beds dressed in high thread-count sheets and the comforters and pillows being Claritin Cotton Allergen Barrier Down Alternative.
Each bedroom is supplied with white linen black-out curtains. You will find light-filtering shades throughout the cottage. A new, complimentary ‘Pack-n-Play’ is available for your little one. In essence, 'Carpenter Cottage' offers maximum options for any sleeping arrangement.

In a lake-side town, beach gear is a must!
Guests often bring their own, but for your convenience, Carpenter Cottage provides adult and child-sized beach towels, 2 children's beach chairs, sand toys & activities for all ages.

If the weather isn’t cooperating, Cottage guests can stay indoors and enjoy the gas fireplace while watching a show on the many available apps, put in a DVD, or challenge the kids with the available Wii games. The Cottage has a wide selection of movies, books, games, and crafts for the entire family!

Cottage guests can enjoy the serene view of the Selkirk Mountains while sitting on the front porch in the inviting Adirondack chairs. Breathe in the fresh air of Northern Idaho, while sipping on your favorite adult beverage and taking in the whimsical sounds of the distant train.

THE DETAILS:

For your convenience, we provide a Guest Guide with our personalized recommendations for dining, activities, and outdoor play. We will email you the Rental Agreement after booking. Once guests' names are added, signed, and emailed back, we will send the Guest Guide to help plan your visit. Once your arrival date gets closer, we will email you with additional details and cottage access information. Contact us with any questions to help make your visit more enjoyable!

Check-in: After 4 PM
Check-out: Before 10 AM

During booking, please let us know if you require an early check-in or late check-out and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

Cleaning: Between each booking, the Cottage is thoroughly inspected and cleaned by a professional service.

Pets and Smoking: Out of consideration for all of our guests, the Cottage does not allow pets. Our home is a NON-SMOKING home. Smoking is not permitted in the cottage or surrounding premises. Carpenter Cottage is a smoke-free living environment.

Security Camera: For security purposes, one surveillance device will be found on the exterior of the cottage on the front porch. It is used for security and/or to monitor that our policies are adhered to.

Contact us with any questions before booking your stay at Carpenter Cottage!

City of Sandpoint Permit #: PTH21-0069

TODAY: Sandpoint was recently awarded the title of “America’s Most Beautiful Small Town” in a contest sponsored by USA Today and Rand McNally!

Nestled in a land of unforgettable natural beauty, situated between three mountain ranges and on exquisite Lake Pend Oreille (POND-ə-RAY), Sandpoint is a visitor-friendly and artsy community that offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation plus arts and cultural events happening year-round.

To help plan your trip, visit:

https://visitsandpoint.com
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free cottage features books, games, and snowboarding nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include a video library, sledding nearby, and rock climbing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Nick & Monica Carpenter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 864 sq ft (80.3 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Charming Winter Ski Cottage in Sandpoint, ID│Free Schweitzer Shuttle│Video Tour Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
Impeccable space, great location, amenities were perfection.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay there while enjoying Sandpoint and Northern Idaho
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandpoint ski vacation
This property was great. Very clean, comfortable beds and good kitchen layout
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Sandpoint, ID USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage getaway
Rented the cottage for overflow from our daughters wedding. The location was perfect for us and the cottage was new, very cute, and well appointed! Would recommend to anyone coming to Sandpoint, located nicely in-between Schweitzer as well as the downtown area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandpoint Summer Family Vacay
Stunning cottage! Honestly felt like we were staying with close family. Everything they could think of to make the home feel modern, cozy and convenient was provided. Probably the nicest we have stayed in with a wonderful kitchen, cozy soft beds, pillows and linens and everything you could possibly need throughout your stay. The area is a little industrial but still felt very safe, quiet and close to everything we needed. Monica was such a pleasure to communicate with and created the most welcoming information package and gift basket. We had a family of 4, made the drive up from Alberta, Canada and enjoyed our first visit to Sandpoint. Silverwood theme park was less than 30 minutes away, a nice drive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cottage!!!
Family camping at Riley Creek nearby and my Aunt (72), Cousin (52), and myself, (55) stayed at this cottage instead of a tent 🙂 This place was beautiful. Comfortable beds, A/C worked great in 100 degrees, very clean, great amenities down to beach bags/towels/kids beach toys, well stocked kitchen and bathroom, and was super cute! Hosts thought of everything to make your stay great! While we commuted every day and spent most our time at the campground, am very familiar with area, so cottage is very well located...basically a mile to everything...and if you dont know Sandpoint, such a cute town with tons of summer stuff to do for adults and families. Limited parking which is fully disclosed, suggestion to mark parking space in front of unit. I have done several VRBO rentals and this one was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Mini Adventure
We came from Canada for a short visit to explore Sandpoint and take the kids to Silverwood. The cottage was an excellent choice - it was clean, extremely comfortable and close to everything we wanted to explore. Monica was extremely helpful and more than happy to answer any questions. All of the information you would ever need was provided before arriving and everything was exactly as pictured and discussed in the listing. We will definitely be back to stay - the family has plans to return in the winter for a visit to the ski resort. Thanks for a wonderful mini getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Road Trip Stop
Great little place. Really well stocked and supplied. Owners are very thoughtful and great to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great physical unit; noise a bit of an issue
New; super clean; well appointed; great having a hose out front to wash off mountain bikes; Monica so easy to work with. But there are train tracks 1/4 mile away and even with background white noise machines, I still heard the trains during the night ( we were aware of tracks nearby before booking). Also the exterior hvac unit, just outside the master bedroom makes a constant humming, audible noise
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in
Property was clean and welcoming. Hosts were fantastic and they truly thought of every little thing. We loved it and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage
Very cute and very clean. We had a wonderful time. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soccer tournament
Great place to stay. Clean, close to anything you need in town. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Mill Creek, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl gang goes to Sandpoint!
The cottage was exactly as pictured…adorable, clean, well appointed, and cozy. We loved spending evenings on the porch blowing bubbles and relaxing after spending the days at city beach. The lake and park are top notch, and my 2 year old granddaughter had the best time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We have stayed at many VRBO's and found this property to be one of the best. The owners thought of everything even if you forgot to pack your toothbrush. Very well appointed inside and out. A little to for to walk to town and only one parking spot in front of the property but both those issues don't take away from this property at all. We would book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
Everything we needed was supplied and it was very comfortable. Great hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

catherine d.

Liked: Cleanliness
TEN STARS! Fabulous Cottage
From the moment we arrived we saw that the cottage was just as picture perfect as it showed on the website! We were pleasantly surprised that the touches inside and out went above and beyond our expectations. Spotlessly cleaned, very well appointed with anything we could ever wish for, and super communication with our hosts, we are definitely giving 10 Stars! 5 stars is not enough. Thank you so much to the Carpenters for a wonderful vacation home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We loved our stay in the Carpenter Cottage! It was perfect for our trip to Sandpoint. Having the access to bicycles was great for our family of 3! We rode them every day to explore a little more of Sandpoint.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage and scenery!
Lovely stay in a lovely, quaint town. Everything was thought of with our cottage and amenities. We did not want for anything, and had some help when our luggage was lost the first day. Thank you to our hosts for providing such a nice place for our home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place!
This is a super rental in beautiful Sandpoint. Every detail was anticipated and the cottage is well stocked with everything we needed, including sand toys, beach towels, extra blankets and pillows, etc. The linens and towels are high quality, and the kitchen has it all! Great communication with owners. Great place to stay. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Mary Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
We really enjoyed the cottage itself, it's very clean, well stocked and nicely decorated. The beds and sheets were very comfortable. The kitchen has everything you'd need. It's convenient to get to the grocery store, downtown and the ski mountain. The one thing we didn't like very much was that we really noticed the road and and train noise from the nearby busy road and railway tracks.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cottage for a wonderful family vacation!!
We loved our stay at the Carpenter Cottage. Location + Clean + Communication ++ Highly recommend!!! One of the best Vacation rentals we have stayed at!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alin I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy cottage
Super clean and very nice cottage, comfortable, with attention to every detail and everything you think you will need. Close to downtown and very close to Schweitzer. Definitely recommend it. A five-star stay and a definite come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed, clean and comfortable.
Excellent hospitality ranging from the informative visitor guide to the well equipped kitchen and nice sheets and bedding. The host was appropriately accessible and informative. All in all, a very nice property that I would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate & Comfortable
What a wonderful home! Super clean and stylish, comfortable, with attention to every detail and need. Close to downtown and close to ski area. A five-star stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway!
We had a wonderful time at the Carpenter Cottage! Monica was a fantastic host - very responsive and we were grateful for the detailed guest booklet! The cottage was very clean, charming and cozy. It had everything we needed. It was only a short drive to Schweitzer for skiing and close to downtown Sandpoint as well - we couldn’t have asked for a better location or stay! Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022