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Garden of Eagen: A Lover's Getaway and Spiritual Retreat

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Wake up to this incredible view!
Open concept design with floor to ceiling windows highlighting the lake views
Start and end your day with this view
Enjoy your morning coffee and breakfast at this cozy nook.
Breathtaking sunsets over Lake Pend Oreille.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Hope, ID
  • Lake Pend Oreille
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • The Idaho Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Garden of Eagen: A Lover's Getaway and Spiritual Retreat

Looking for a private and romantic getaway? Hoping to rest, relax and renew in the majesty of North Idaho? Look no further!

This intimate cliffside home is built on mountainside rock overlooking Lake Pend Oreille and the surrounding mountains. Be embraced by the water, mountains and animals that make it their home.

The panoramic vistas are jaw dropping. Nature surrounds you from every angle. From your bird's eye view from the Garden of Eagen, eagles and osprey soar above the lake as you take in the view. Watch sunsets from the large infinity deck or as you unwind in the hot tub.

Floor to ceiling windows allow you to awaken to the most inspirational setting and welcomes a new day. While the day beckons with a host of activities and attractions nearby, you may never want to leave.

This beautifully appointed home has all of the amenities for your escape. Enjoy the hot tub just a few steps outside the master suite, separate bathrooms, satellite TV, and a fully stocked kitchen.

The home provides 2 gas fireplaces, one in the spacious master bedroom and one in the living room. Built with an open concept and expansive lake-facing windows, the entire home overlooks the water and mountains for an intimate experience with nature. This home was built with love; you’re sure to feel at home when you enter in.

This area is home to multitudes of recreational activity including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, downhill skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Spend time exploring and enjoying Sandpoint, named 2011’s Rand McNalley's Best Small Town in the US. Visit Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort, Silverwood Water Park or take a road trip via the scenic highways to Montana and Canada. Or, you may find yourself longing to stay in, relaxing and enjoying the magic of the Garden.

This home and property is so much more than a place to sleep. It’s a place to rest, rejuvenate, relax and reconnect with yourself or your partner. Our hope, as hosts, is that you will love and appreciate the Garden as much as we do.

Things to Note
The Garden of Eagen is situated on a mountainside overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. There is no lake access from the property.

We are a pet friendly home, but all pets must be pre-approved prior to booking. Please include the names, ages and breeds of your traveling companions in your booking request. Pet fee is $15/day.

The home is designed with privacy in mind, but is not secluded. We are located on a street with other residents and neighbors. The interior, deck and hot tub are fully private and provides full privacy for your stay.

There are 2 steps required to access this home. A handrail has been installed to assist those with mobility concerns.

This is a stand alone property with off street parking.

Seasonal Considerations:

Winter
To access the Garden of Eagen, 4WD or AWD may be required. We recommend a 4WD or AWD vehicle if visiting November-March.

Please take caution when walking on icy surfaces.

Summer
This home does not have air conditioning. We provide ceiling fans, portable fans and screened in windows for cross ventilation.

Holidays
We do decorate our home for the Christmas holiday with a small Christmas tree, garland, etc.

Property manager

Paul & Bethany Coulston
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$15/day additional fee. Pets must be approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All payments must be completed by due date listed on payment schedule or the host reserves the right to cancel reservation.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hope

Located in Hope, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Idaho Club and Sandpoint Elks Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Pend Oreille and Kullyspell House Monument Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hope, ID

What's nearby

  • Lake Pend Oreille - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Idaho Club - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Samowen Park - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park - 20 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 53 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Sandpoint Station - 20 min drive
  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ice House Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bottle Bay Resort & Marina - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Ivano's del lago - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Lou's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden of Eagen: A Lover's Getaway and Spiritual Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden of Eagen: A Lover's Getaway and Spiritual Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden of Eagen: A Lover's Getaway and Spiritual Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden of Eagen: A Lover's Getaway and Spiritual Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Pend Oreille and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kullyspell House Monument Park and The Idaho Club. Samowen Park and Fisheman Island are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary L.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted D.

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

3rd Time here and we love it!

Breath taking views and all the amenities you could possibly need. Never had a need to leave the house except to get a pizza at the local pizzeria down the road in Hope, ID.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

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

Peaceful New Years

There is no better place to relax while recovering from a recent surgery, and the hot tub was just the ticket! This was our second stay and looking forward to another in the near future. The kitchen is superbly equipped and has lots of space to whip up meals. Bed is comfy with an amazing view over the lake. The passing trains are added charm we looked forward to hearing in the distance. One of Hope's gems in the gem state.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

Stunning!

Walk into total immersion to a fantastic Garden of Eagin. Construction of this wonderful place is all Paul’s remarkable imagination coupled with unique skills of a master wood worker. Enjoy the peace and solitude this wonderful place provides. Oh! Don’t forget to watch for our national bird who likes to come by!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

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

Beautiful!

The pictures don’t do it justice! We had such a fantastic time gazing at the most beautiful scenery!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted D.

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

Awesome Getaway!

We love this house as it is the perfect getaway for a long weekend to just relax and enjoy the scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth T.

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

Beautiful views, Relaxing stay

Garden of Eagen is a great place to unwind and decompress from our busy lives! We always enjoy it! Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele N.

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

Million Dollar View

Beautiful! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Anniversary trip

Absolutely beautiful home … view is truly stunning. So well stocked… they really thought of everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich E.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

This place is wonderful! Totally relaxing with a million dollar view! So many great things to do in the area. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Absolutely stunningly beautiful!!

We LOVED our stay here. This property is by far one of my favorite short term rentals ever. Comfortable, beautiful, clean and so well staocked. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

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

Amazing!

The picture don't do it justice. We had an absolutely amazing time. Close enough to Sandpoint but are enough away to feel secluded and in our own. The deck is much larger than it looks and truly a treat to have coffee out on in the morning. Also not a far drive to any number of hiking trails and a short drive to rent a boat in how. Couldn't recommend this place more. Property owners were a wealth of knowledge and eager to ensure we had an enjoyable experience. 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monit R.

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

Heavenly Retreat

Serenity welcomed us as soon as we arrived. The peaceful solitude of this private oasis has breathtaking views overlooking the lake from the main rooms of the house as well as the immense deck. I felt complete with my camera ready to catch the next best shot, binoculars, and a good book about the west to laze away the day reading and watching the changing sky as a storm rolled in. The Merlin app is wonderful as the many song birds are a delight. Cooking was always preferred so as to continue the pleasure of being "home" and sharing the beauty together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie K.

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

Very Relaxing

This is the dog friendliest place we have ever stayed. There was a large basket with a couple of dog toys, biscuits, poo bags, and food and water bowl. Yard is fenced. Kitchen is fully stocked and very organized. Very good cookware and not yard sale leftovers. Deck has a view of lake. Very private and quiet. Our second and probably not last stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice L.

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

Amazing property

We loved the property. The view is amazing. We look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

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

Stunning view!

Absolutely incredible view! Everything was exactly as described/expected. Just relaxed and enjoyed everything this beautiful home has to offer. Thank you so much Paul & Bethany! ♥️ Karla, Brett & Luna 🐾 5/25-5/28/24
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted D.

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

Peaceful & Beautiful Getaway

Fantastic place to stay. Listing description was very accurate. Great communication from the owners throughout the whole process. Best stocked VRBO that we have ever stayed at. Location is peaceful. Does have an occasional train pass by but was no big deal. Only issue is when the trains occasionally blow the horn at night. just 15 mins to Sandpoint. Easy access. We will definately be back,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Beyond Expectations

Best vacation ever. Everything about our stay was perfect. The views from every room were absolutely stunning and the house was fully stocked with everything you might need/want. We will definitely be returning as soon as we can!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Be still

This was the most restful property. A wonderful place to get away from all the noise, look out onto the water and think. We enjoyed it every minute and will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lita F.

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

Best Trip Ever

Everything about this place is incredible. The location can’t be beat. Remote and peaceful, but close enough to where you need to be. The home is so well built and comfortable— we immediately felt at home and our vacation flew by. The views (no matter where you’re at in the house) are truly unbelievable. Bethany and Paul are so kind and really put the effort in to make everything easy. I asked for recommendations and Bethany provided many amazing ones! Snow tubing for $22 per person and a 4 hour day pass at Quinn’s Hot Springs (a beautiful two hour drive) for $18. I saw about 7-8 Bald Eagles and my favorite, a North American Pygmy Owl! We will def be back. Thank you so much Bethany & Paul!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Anniversary

My husband and I stayed here for our 17th wedding anniversary and it surpassed our expectations. We had the most amazing and relaxing time. The house was so clean and had everything we could possibly need. Floor to ceiling windows lined the back of the house and the views of the lake were breathtaking. We could not have had a better time if we had tried. Will definitely be going there again in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryJane W.

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

Little peace of heaven

What an amazing place. The hosts have thought of everything you may need or want. Even a junk drawer! Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Beautiful solitude

This place is magical and makes you slow down and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

amari_kaplan@yahoo.com, Ozark, Missouri

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

Peaceful Paradise

Pictures do not do it justice! We arrived right at sunset and were blown away by the amazing view! Everything was clean and obviously maintained with care. The hosts were so thoughtful and friendly. We already miss this wonderful place and can’t wait to visit again! Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul & Bethany Coulston

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We are high school sweethearts from a small town in Alabama, college graduates from Auburn University and a married couple who fell in love with the mountains while on our honeymoon in Montana. That honeymoon trip inspired us to make the mountains our home and, when God opened the door, we took a leap of faith and moved across the country to follow our dreams. We currently live in Columbia Falls, MT with our black lab, Maggie, and a job as a home baker (Bethany) and a home builder (Paul). We prefer to spend our free time surrounded by nature, whether it be mountains or lakes, and love to take relaxing weekend trips to nearby towns. It was because of these interests that we discovered this property and visited as guests several years ago. From the moment we walked in the door, we were surrounded by the peaceful serenity that fills the home and immediately fell in love with it. Our hope is that you feel the same way, too.

Why they chose this property

Our discovering this property seems like a dream. Before buying the home in June 2017, we were simply guests of an incredible home that Jack and Jeanelle Shields shared with others. And what a blessing it was for us to be able to spend anniversaries and holidays in this spectacular place. They created a vacation experience that surpassed any other rental we had ever visited. And when the opportunity for us to purchase the home presented itself, we could not pass it up. Our goal is to continue the tradition of providing others with a unique, romantic escape to refresh and renew. This house deserves to be shared, and our hope is to to share it with you as it was shared with us.

What makes this property unique

This house cannot be simply described with words, or even pictures. You must experience it to fully understand it's beauty! The home is situated on a cliff overlooking Lake Pend Oreille and has floor to ceiling windows providing you an expansive view from nearly every room.

Recent Sandpoint Raves:

Most Beautiful Town in USA - Rand McNaley
Top Ten Dream Towns - Sunset Magazin
Best Adventure Town - National Geographic
Sporting Paradise - New York Times
'Norman Rockwell meets Ansel Adams' - USA Today
Best Kept Picture Perfect Secret - Ski Magazine
Prettiest Winter Town - Travel and Leisure
Number 1 Ski Town in USA - Rand McNaley
7 Reasons to vist Sandpoint - Country Living Magazine
Greatest Places to live in the West - American Cowboy Magazine

Pet Policy: We love our 4 legged friends, too! So, pets will be considered. Please note, there will be a $15/day additional fee + tax added to the stay. Please contact owners with the names, ages, and breeds of your pet to be approved. Thank you!

Languages:

English

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