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This is Boise's Gem!

Family-friendly Boise holiday home in Boise Bench with water park

This is Boise's Gem!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, books, stereo

Overview of This is Boise's Gem!

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Boise, ID
  • Popular LocationBoise State University12 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlbertsons Stadium4 min drive
  • AirportBoise, ID (BOI)4 min drive
  • Popular LocationExtraMile Arena4 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
852 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower

About this property

Entire place

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

This is Boise's Gem!

Family-friendly Boise holiday home in Boise Bench with water park
This smoke-free holiday home features a water park, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include free breakfast. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with desk chairs and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Bobby & Jenifer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking in the home is $300 damage expense!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Unit size: 852 sq ft (79 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Strictly enforced!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Parties Allowed
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

This is Boise's Gem! Boise
This is Boise's Gem! Private vacation home
This is Boise's Gem! Private vacation home Boise

About the area

Boise

This holiday home is located in Boise Bench, a neighbourhood in Boise, and is near theme parks. Eighth Street Marketplace and Belgravia Building are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kathryn Albertson Park and Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center. Consider Knitting Factory for a night out or Roaring Springs Waterpark if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Boise State University - 12 min walk
  • Idaho Central Arena - 2 min drive
  • Boise Centre - 3 min drive
  • Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive
  • ExtraMile Arena - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 5 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min walk
  • Wyld Child - 3 min drive
  • Starbucks - 2 min walk
  • The Shed - 17 min walk
  • Bbq4Life - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is This is Boise's Gem! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This is Boise's Gem!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is Boise's Gem!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This is Boise's Gem! located?

Located in the centre of Boise, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Boise Depot and Boise State University. Zoo Boise and Ann Morrison Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paranormal L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little place
The house was great, up to date, and well stocked with everything. The neighborhood was a little louder than I anticipated, but wasn't too big of an issue after 9-10pm
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Cozy perfect home
This home was so cute and comfortable. The amenities were above and beyond all expectations, and very appreciated. Great location to BSU campus and downtown was very close. Will definitely stay again. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a Gem!
Jenifer is such a great host and the house is so comfortable and near to my daughter that The Gem is my favorite place to stay in Boise!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This little gem on Gem
This was such a great place to stay. Clean clean clean! And they thought of everything. Would definitely stay here again. Close to everything and just used lime scooters.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
The whole week stay was wonderful. Clean, well maintained, everything we need for our stay was there
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boise Gem is Perfect!
Excellent location, convenient and quiet. The house is comfortable and very clean~wonderful white fluffy towels in the bathroom is a plus. The kitchen well stocked. Great communication with our host. We will not hesitate to book a future stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay for our weekend visit to Boise. Very clean, well stocked, even had some drinks and snack available, super responsive owners, and good price. Definitely a two thumbs up!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

River Valley C., Boise, ID

Liked: Cleanliness
Love It
We stay here every November. It's perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Boise Cottage
We came for a quick girls weekend from Montana. Everything was just perfect for us girls. Owners were very attentive and super friendly. We will keep this place on the top of our list for our next Boise visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B., Mapleton, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Boise Fun
Another great stay at one Gem of a house! Thanks for being a fantastic place to chill, relax, and enjoy Boise!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023