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Welcome to The Love Shack in Boise, a charming and cozy retreat that's perfect for families and friends. This bright and open 2-bedroom home is equipped with modern amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen with a movable island, dining table for 8 people, gourmet coffee/tea bar. Enjoy the spacious living room with windows overlooking one of Boise's most beloved neighborhoods or relax on the front or back decks surrounded by fresh herbs from our summertime garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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

BSU Parents’ Fav! Great Location-Close to BSU & Downtown, 5 mins to Airport!

WELCOME TO THE LOVE SHACK IN BOISE!
-- BBQ, Fire Pit, 4 Bikes, Ping-Pong, Games
-- Amazing, Comfortable Beds, So Cozy
-- Amenities Galore Inside - Just like Home
-- Double Deck Hangouts, Gather & Chill
-- Four Designated Parking Spaces
-- Vibing Murals, Cool Art, Polaroid Wall, Records
-- Make Memories You'll Never Forget ;)

This 1200 sq ft home is ideal for 4-6 adults, but can accommodate up to 8 guests with the addition of 2 deluxe, easy inflatable, air mattresses per request.

**Some of the patio furniture & hammock are put away, and are not available, starting mid-November through mid-March due to weather**

OPEN CONCEPT LIVING SPACE
* Living room is open to a bright and spacious kitchen. It’s a perfect spot to gather with friends and family.
* Large windows overlooking one of Boise’s favorite neighborhoods.
* Fun, vibrant, cozy, and comfortable.
* Room and seating for everyone!
* A collection of vintage 80’s albums for music lovers.

FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
* Dining table seating up to 8 guests.
* Movable island for food preparation.
* Beautiful dishes, gold flatware, linens, and a large selection of glassware for every occasion.
* Pots, pans, bakeware, serving bowls, and platters. Everything you need is here!
* Essential cooking supplies, utensils, and spices.
* Whimsical gourmet coffee/tea bar.

PEACEFUL BEDROOM RETREATS
* Ultra-comfortable beds and bedding.
* Beautyrest Silver Hybrid DualCool Plush mattresses with memory foam toppers.
* Luxurious 800-count, 100% cotton, hotel sheets with a deluxe pillow selection.
* Blackout drapes and blinds.
* Sitting areas to rest and relax.
* Convenient charging outlets and bedside tables.
* Fans.

MODERN BATHROOMS
* Full bathrooms with showers and tubs.
* Oversized, soft cotton towels.
* Luxurious body wash, shampoo, and conditioner.
* Makeup mirrors and makeup towels.
* Essentials basket for any forgotten items.
* Hair dryers.

REMOTE FRIENDLY WORK AREA
* Private, dedicated workspace in the main bedroom.
* High-speed internet that’s ideal for Zoom meetings and productivity.

ABUNDANT FREE PARKING
* Four designated parking spaces: 2 in front of the home and 2 behind the home in an alleyway.
* Free street parking.

OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS
* Two large decks in the front & back yards.
* Lots of seating for gatherings.
* Fully fenced, private backyard.
* Barbecue & picnic table.
* Extra large 9’ market umbrellas.
* Hammock
* Wood fire pit with colorful Adirondack chairs.
* Colorful, groovy, hippie mural! Very fun for taking pictures to remember your stay!
* Summertime garden to make fresh salsa or enhancing your meals with homegrown produce.

The Love Shack is your perfect home away from home, offering everything you need for a comfortable & unforgettable stay in Boise ✌🏽

NEIGHBORHOOD:
South Boise Village, a beautiful, safe, tree lined neighborhood half a mile from BSU, less than 1 mile to the green belt, and 1.5 miles to the heart of downtown. Boise is very bicycle friendly, and we provide 4 bicycles for your use at The Love Shack to have fun with & explore the local area. Your are just a quick 10 min bike ride to your favorite coffee shop downtown, or a fun ride along the greenbelt. Uber is a 5 min ride to your favorite restaurant & Albertsons Stadium. Go Broncos!!

GUEST ACCESS:
The entire home is yours to enjoy—including the fully fenced private backyard and garage. Pants are mostly optional… just please don’t sit naked on the furniture :)

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
We’re a small family business, and 5-star reviews are like espresso shots for our soul.
If something’s not quite right, don’t ghost us—tell us! We’ll fix it faster than you can say “Love Shack, babyyyyyy!” so your stay ends on a 5-star high note.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Parking: Do not park in front of neighbors’ homes. Parking is available in 2 spaces in front of home, and 2 spaces behind the home in the alleyway.
Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 8:00am daily. This is a Boise City ordinance.
Upon booking your stay with us, you will be required to sign a document acknowledging and agreeing to our house rules.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 086078L

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in South Boise Village, a neighbourhood in Boise, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Boise Depot and Pioneer Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Morrison Center for the Performing Arts and Zoo Boise. Consider Knitting Factory for a night out or Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Boise travel guide
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Boise, ID

What's nearby

  • Boise State Field
    Boise State University
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Go BSU!!
    Albertsons Stadium
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • ExtraMile Arena
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Boise River & Greenbelt
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Morrison Center for the Performing Arts
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Boise Station
    8 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    10 min walk
  • McDonald's
    17 min walk
  • Black Rock Coffee Bar
    10 min walk
  • Wendy's
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BSU Parents’ Fav! Great Location-Close to BSU & Downtown, 5 mins to Airport! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BSU Parents’ Fav! Great Location-Close to BSU & Downtown, 5 mins to Airport!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BSU Parents’ Fav! Great Location-Close to BSU & Downtown, 5 mins to Airport!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BSU Parents’ Fav! Great Location-Close to BSU & Downtown, 5 mins to Airport!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BSU Parents’ Fav! Great Location-Close to BSU & Downtown, 5 mins to Airport! located?

This family-friendly Boise holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Boise State University, Zoo Boise and Morrison Center for the Performing Arts. Boise River and Julia Davis Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Cleanliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was incredible! Great communication and so easy to work with. The house was such a treasure to stay at. So fun, so clean and had every single thing you could need and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the LoveShack. The house is so wonderful, we didn’t want to leave it to go site seeing. The decor is joyful, and colorful . The location was perfect, it is 15 minutes from everything. Next time we go to Boise, we would definitely stay there agin.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding hospitality

The house was very clean and cute. The outdoor spaces were inviting and cozy. The kids loved the swing! Everything you might need was available! This is one of the best we've stayed in. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

We loved our stay at The Love Shack! The place is kept beautifully with adorable decorations and a spotless interior. The whole family agreed that it is perfect and the only place we will want to stay in our future Boise visits. We were even able to walk to the BSU football game from the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Getaway

This property was perfect for our quick getaway! It was super clean, and was decorated so cute. The house was complete with everything you could need. The attention to detail was over the top! Communication with Shara was great too. I will certainly return here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Stay Ever!

I was born and raised in Idaho, I moved to Arizona 8 years ago. I’ve always stayed with family every time we come home to visit but this time I just need my own space not only for myself but for my family. This home away from home was perfect! We had absolutely everything we could ever imagine, the attention to detail and the personal touches are deserving of 10 stars!! Thank you so much for opening your home up to our family, we will definitely be returning!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the Love shack was fantastic! Perfect for two couples, great decor, excellent amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Love Shack was clean and well appointed with everything you need for a relaxing stay in Boise. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay! The Love Shack feels like a home away from home. Super clean. All the essentials plus more! Bright fun decor, welcome snacks, coffee, record player, Bluetooth speaker, bikes, ping pong table, books, fast internet and many TV options.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfull well appointed home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect spot!

Such a nice place! A perfect base for us to spend Thanksgiving with family in Boise. Shara was great to deal with, hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alecia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend at the Love Shack

Our family enjoyed our weekend at the Love Shack! The kitchen is well appointed and I loved the coffee and tea selection. I appreciated all the attention to little details.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Way Cool Vibe

Very thought amenities. Clearly Sara cares about her guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tanner L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, grounds are great!Only issue we had were too many air fresheners. I am sensitive to those. Most people probably wouldn’t be bothered by them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025