Business Name (Public)
Majestic Mountain Ranch
Legal / LLC Name
Majestic Mountain Ranch LLC
LLC Status
Active-Existing · Formed in Idaho · Filed 01/11/2023
Owner Name
Shelly (last name — confirm)
Primary Phone
(877) 616-6726
Direct Phone
(208) 695-9402
Email
MajesticMountainRanchIC@gmail.com
Principal Address
9 Lodgepole Lane Box 10
Idaho City, ID 83631
Booking Platform
ResNexus · Gift cards available
Year LLC Filed
January 11, 2023
Year Property Acquired / Year Opened to Guests
When did you purchase this land and when did you first open to guests? These may be different dates.
Registered Agent (Legal)
Brent Robertson · 2251 E Lanark St #110 · Meridian, ID 83642
Acreage
6 acres (Airbnb listing confirmed) — 10 acres noted in research notes — confirm exact figure
Address
9 Lodgepole Ln, Idaho City, ID 83631
43.818°N, 115.859°W · Boise County, Idaho
Distance from Idaho City
1 mile south — on the south approach along Highway 21
Distance from Boise
33.2 road miles · 40–70 min depending on pace and season
Forest / Byway Designation
Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway (Idaho State Highway 21) · Boise National Forest · Idaho City Ranger District (400,000+ acres)
The Creek
A creek runs through or alongside the property — mentioned in multiple guest reviews ("babbling brook," "listening to the water go by," "private platform on the banks of the stream"). Not mentioned anywhere on your website.
Hot Tub Water Source
Confirmed as ROCKS Natural Spring Water on the Things To Do page — can you tell us more about this choice?
On-Property Amenities (Confirmed)
Private decks per unit · Hot tubs · Firepits · Mountain views · Towering ponderosa pines · Barn structure · Creek / stream · Soft lighting across grounds · Open gathering areas
Property Description — In Your Own Words
Write out the most detailed description of your property that you can. What does someone see when they pull in for the first time? What do they hear? What does it smell like in the morning? What does July feel like on the deck vs. December?
The Barn
The barn is a featured structure — the Bunkhouse lives inside it. Was it original to the land? Did you build it? What does it look like and what does it mean to you?
The Land
What is the character of this land — the terrain, the tree coverage, the wildlife you see regularly, what drew you to this specific piece of ground?
Seasonal Character
Describe the property across all four seasons. What is it like in deep snow? What does spring look like? What does a summer evening feel like?
Scenic Byway + Forest — Research Corpus
The Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway runs 130.9 miles on Idaho State Highway 21 from Boise north through Idaho City, Lowman, and on to Stanley. State Byway designation. Runs through the heart of Boise National Forest — 2.5+ million acres, established July 1, 1908, managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Idaho City falls within the Idaho City Ranger District — 400,000+ acres ranging from 3,200 to 8,800 feet elevation.
1
Kirkham Hot Springs
~40 miles northeast via Highway 21 through Lowman — roughly 45–60 min from the ranch. Located on the north bank of the South Fork of the Payette River at 4,000 ft elevation inside Boise National Forest. Multiple geothermal pools, hot spring waterfalls cascading into rock-walled pools. Water emerges at 140°F. $5 parking fee. Open 6am–10pm. Year-round. One of the most visited hot springs in Idaho — no high-clearance vehicle required.
2
The Springs Hot Springs Resort
Less than a quarter mile from the ranch — per May 2025 Airbnb guest review ("less than a quarter mile from a very nice hot springs resort"). A private resort with soaking pools, private pools, and steam room. Not mentioned on the MMR website. Significant proximity advantage that is currently completely unmarked.
3
Idaho City Historic District
1 mile north. Once the largest city in the Pacific Northwest — established 1860s at the center of the Boise Basin gold rush. Produced more gold than anywhere else in the country — over 5 million ounces extracted. Nickname: "Queen of the Gold Camps." Sites: Courthouse, Miners Exchange, Saloon, Territorial Penitentiary, Boise Basin Museum, Historic Village. Guided walking tours $5/person led by Rhonda Jameson, former museum curator.
4
Lucky Peak State Park
~20–25 min southwest. 240 acres, 3 units on Lucky Peak Reservoir — 3,000 surface acres, 45 miles of shoreline, 250 ft deep. Sandy Point beach, Spring Shores marina, Discovery Park. Activities: swimming, boating, SUP, fishing (kokanee, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass). Over 1 million visitors in 2020.
5
Arrowrock Reservoir
~20 min from the ranch. One of Idaho's oldest dams — built 1911, opened 1915. 350-ft concrete arch dam on the Boise River. ~3,000–3,150 surface acres. Fish: rainbow trout, kokanee, smallmouth bass, bull trout (protected), perch, whitefish. Boating, canoeing, windsurfing. Year-round.
6
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
~45–55 min from the ranch. 2,600 skiable acres. Top elevation 7,582 ft. 90 runs. 7 chairlifts. 250" avg snowfall. More night skiing (165 acres) than any resort in the Pacific Northwest. Non-profit — all revenue back into the mountain. Summer: mountain biking, hiking, Glade Runner mountain coaster (Idaho's only), climbing wall.
7
Boise National Forest — Trails + Recreation
MMR sits within the Idaho City Ranger District (400,000+ acres). Broader Boise National Forest: 2.5M+ acres, 500+ trails, 250+ lakes and reservoirs. Boise Basin: 60+ miles of hiking and horseback trails converting to snowmobile/snowshoe routes in winter. Hunting Unit 39: mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, mountain lion, black bear, upland birds.
7 total accommodation spaces confirmed. Unit names partially confirmed via Airbnb listing and guest reviews. Airbnb listing names: The Bunkhouse (in the Barn), The Stirling Suites, The Cowboy House. "Loggers' Last Chance" confirmed by name in December 2025 guest review.
The Stirling Suites — Duplex (Two Units)
Suite Names
Do the two suites inside the Stirling Suites have individual names?
Standout Feature
Copper soaking tub confirmed in at least one unit (multiple guest reviews)
Layout / Beds / Bath / Capacity
Describe each suite — beds, bathroom, square footage, standout features. Which suite has the copper tub?
The Cowboy House
Layout / Theme / Capacity
Describe the Cowboy House — layout, beds, bath, design details, standout features, how many guests it sleeps.
The Bunkhouse (Inside the Barn)
Confirmed Use
Groups, bachelor/bachelorette weekends, friends traveling together (per site). Located inside the barn structure.
Layout / Configuration / Capacity
Dormitory-style or private rooms? How many beds? What does the barn interior look like?
Loggers' Last Chance Cabin (Confirmed by Name)
Guest Review — December 2025
"The Loggers' Last Chance cabin was super cozy for us. Clean, plenty to do inside — games, TV, puzzles, books, cooking, or just resting by the fire."
Layout / Theme / Loft / Capacity
Tell us about the Loggers' Last Chance — the theme, the loft, the design details that give it its name.
Remaining Two Themed Cabins
Cabin 2 — Name and Theme
What is this cabin called and what is it themed around? Layout, beds, standout features.
Cabin 3 — Name and Theme
What is this cabin called and what is it themed around? Layout, beds, standout features.
Across All Units
Total Ranch Capacity (Full Buyout)
If someone books every space, how many total guests can the ranch hold?
Standard Amenities
Wi-Fi, Smart TV, well-stocked kitchen (multiple reviews confirm), washer/dryer in at least one unit (Curtis, June 2025), games/books/puzzles
Pet Policy
Are any or all units pet-friendly?
Accessibility
Any ADA-accessible or mobility-friendly units?
Confirmed Package
Romance Package — $75 + $4.50 tax = $79.50 · Available via ResNexus gift shop
Coming Soon
Gold Rush Package (noted as coming soon)
Additional Packages
What other packages do you currently offer or are building? The Sauna Package — what else? What does each include and what does it cost?
Nightly Rates by Unit
What are the nightly rates for each accommodation? Seasonal pricing if applicable.
Minimum Stay / Booking Window / Cancellation
Is there a minimum stay requirement? How far in advance can guests book? What is your cancellation policy?
Whole-Ranch Buyout
Can someone book all units as a private full-ranch rental? If so, what does that include and what does it cost?
Add-Ons / Custom Packages
Can guests request custom packages — firewood, welcome baskets, guided activities, local vendor partnerships? What can be added to a stay?
Confirmed Event Types
Weddings (including winter weddings) · Family reunions · Corporate retreats · Team-building · Bachelor and bachelorette weekends · Girls' retreats · Anniversary stays
Events Policy (Per Site)
By reservation only · Limited availability · Call for special pricing
Guest / Attendance Capacity for Events
For weddings and larger events, what is the maximum headcount the ranch can hold — indoor and outdoor?
What the Ranch Provides for Events
Tables, chairs, linens, ceremony space, reception area, bridal suite — what is included vs. what does the client bring in?
Vendor Policy
Preferred or required vendors for catering, florals, music, photography — or open to client's own vendors?
What You Want Event Clients to Know
What do you wish every potential wedding or event client knew before they called you?
This section comes entirely from you. Nothing here can be sourced from anywhere else.
How It Started
Where did the idea come from? What were you doing before this? Was there a moment — a trip, a conversation, a feeling — that pointed you toward this land and this life?
Finding This Land
How did you find this specific property? Was it a long search or did it find you?
What You Built and How
What was here when you arrived and what did you create? Who built it — contractors, family, yourself? What was the hardest part?
The Themed Cabins — Where the Themes Came From
The three themed cabins feel intentional and personal. Where did the themes come from? What did you draw on for inspiration?
The Copper Soaking Tub
Guests love that copper tub. Where did it come from, why copper, and what does it represent about how you approach the details?
The Moment It Became Real
When did you know this was going to work — that people would feel what you intended when they arrived?
This section comes entirely from you.
Your Relationship to Idaho City
How do you think about your relationship to Idaho City as a town — not just a location?
Local Vendors You Use or Refer
Who are the local Idaho City and Boise County businesses you actively send guests and event clients to?
What You Want for Idaho City
What do you hope Majestic Mountain Ranch contributes to Idaho City's future — for the town, for the people who live there, for visitors discovering it?
This section comes entirely from you.
Where This Is Going — 5-Year Picture
What does Majestic Mountain Ranch look like in 5 years? What are you building toward?
What Is Being Added Now
Any current construction, renovations, or new features underway?
What Is Coming Soon
Anything committed for the next 12 months — new spaces, services, events programming, partnerships?
The Long Game
Is this a business you plan to pass on, scale, or keep exactly as it is? What is the ultimate version of this place?
This section comes entirely from you.
Design Philosophy
How would you describe the visual and design language of this property? What were you reaching for aesthetically?
The Detail You're Most Proud Of
Tell us about a detail — something small, something most guests might not consciously notice — that you put real thought and care into.
What You Refuse to Compromise On
The standard, the detail, the principle you will never let slip no matter the cost or the pressure.
What Boutique Means to You
The word "boutique" is in your meta description. What does boutique mean in practice — and how is it different from a chain hotel or a generic cabin rental?
This section comes entirely from you.
What the Website Never Says
What is the most important thing about this place that you've never been able to fit on a webpage?
What Guests Are Always Surprised By
What do guests consistently say they didn't expect — the thing that catches them off guard in the best way?
What You'd Tell Someone on the Fence
Someone is deciding between Majestic Mountain Ranch and another option. What do you want them to know?
This section comes entirely from you. Your Airbnb bio says it perfectly: "This property is a dream ever evolving for now and growing every year.... Not sure what we will be up to next!!" — let's get specific.
Active Construction or Development
Is anything currently being built, renovated, or upgraded on the property right now?
New Accommodations Planned
Any new cabins, suites, glamping structures, or other lodging units planned?
The Gold Rush Package
It's listed as "coming soon" in your ResNexus system. What is it? What does it include? When does it launch?
The Big Unannounced Thing
Is there anything coming that you're genuinely excited about — something you haven't announced yet that belongs in your story?
JuliaMay 2026
Nampa, Idaho · Stayed a few nights
★★★★★
"I can't say enough good things about the cabin and our hosts! Love~love~love!!!! Got to meet the owners and they are absolutely wonderful and extremely helpful. The entire place is beautiful, had breakfast on the back porch every morning while listening to the water go by. Made for the perfect girls retreat."
StephanieMay 2026
6 months on Airbnb · Stayed with kids
★★★★★
"This stay was an emergency as my first host ghosted. The fact that the host answered her phone near midnight to help my son and I locate our cabin was simply remarkable. She did not sound grouchy or upset. She was a saint in the dark night."
RebeccaApril 2026
Boise, Idaho · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"Soft lighting surrounds the grounds and the fires refuel your flames. A private platform on the banks of the stream that saunters past you. Decor and design is comfortable with a door opening to the deck from the bedroom. Perfect for couples to connect."
CharlesMarch 2026
Fort Worth, Texas · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"We simply loved this cute cute cute little cabin! The interior design details were perfect and so was the ambiance. We wanted a little 'nature immersion' and that's exactly what we found."
KatieDecember 2025
Adrian, Oregon · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"The Loggers' Last Chance cabin was super cozy for us. Clean, plenty to do inside — games, TV, puzzles, books, cooking, or just resting by the fire."
MelissaSeptember 2025
10 months on Airbnb · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"Wow, what an incredible place. You can feel the love that's put into this stunning cabin. Every detail didn't go unnoticed. Watch out, the couch will suck you right in, so cozy and comfortable. So much love and effort is dedicated to this amazing property."
BrettJune 2025
Colton, Oregon · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"This cabin is amazing. Beautifully decorated, cozy, and inviting. We loved the landscaping and the small creek in the back sounded lovely as we had breakfast on the back deck. This is one of the top cabins I've ever stayed in!"
JoshMay 2025
1 year on Airbnb · Stayed a few nights
★★★★★
"This is an excellent property and they are constantly improving the scenery and feeling of privacy. It is less than a quarter mile from a very nice hot springs resort. Maybe a mile from Idaho city for any supplies you may forget. We will be coming back for sure."
CurtisJune 2025
Baltimore, Maryland · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"Tastefully decorated with plenty of modern amenities. Claw foot tub and sink make up the bathroom. Back porch faces a small babbling brook. Grounds are really well kept. Would definitely stay again!"
BenjaminAugust 2025
5 years on Airbnb · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"Very cool place with a great vibe. She showed us around and it is amazing what she has done with the land. I highly recommend staying here!"
KenzieSeptember 2025
Meridian, Idaho · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"This place was amazing, we got to get away for a mini honeymoon. It was beautiful, quiet, clean and seriously couldn't recommend this place more. Thank you for making us feel so welcome."
LeaAnnaJune 2026
Boise, Idaho · Stayed one night
★★★★★
"Limited light pollution and the stars are fantastic. The house was SO cute. The perfect hot shower and comfy bed after a several day camping excursion. Already planning next year's trip! Hoping to make this a yearly spot!"
