With spectacular views and a natural hot springs / geothermal hot tub, this cozy log home is a special place to retreat and recharge! Perched on the hillside overlooking the mighty Snake River, the spacious front porch offers a classic view of the Southern Idaho rural countryside, with basalt buttes and distant farmland. Located a few miles from Miracle and Banbury Hot Spring Resorts and the beautiful 1000 Springs Scenic Byway along HWY 30.
**Now allowing 1 night stays Sunday - Thursday nights.
The space
The home has a rustic charm with an array of modern furnishings, antiques and artistic touches. It is clean and comfortable with with all the modern amenities. Radiant floor heat will keep you cozy in winter and the A/C comfortable in summer. There are several AC units throughout the house. As this is a log home, there is no central air therefore you cannot make that AC ice cold., but it is comfortable. A fully equipped kitchen with complimentary coffee and tea during your stay. Drinking water is provided as the property has only a geothermal water source. This means that there is only hot water from the taps.
The ground floor hosts an open kitchen/dining/living great room, a half bath and master bedroom. The living area has a large screen, WIFI equipped TV to access your Amazon, Hulu or Netflix accounts in addition to a DVD player. You will also find a Room & Board leather couch with a California queen sized hide-a-bed. Very comfortable. A twin sized sleeper chair pullout is also available. All pullout beds have lots of linens and blankets too.
The Master Bedroom has a queen bed, chaise lounge, walk-in closet and private full bath equipped with a claw foot tub. Laundry facilities are also part of the walk-in closet in this space. This bedroom is the only one that is completely private.
Upstairs are two “open-air” loft style bedrooms both with queen beds, a full bath with shower, writers nook and private deck. The loft bedrooms are not completely enclosed but are separated from each other by the bathroom.
The jewel of the house is the front porch! Gorgeous views anytime of day or night and bird watchers will love it. Bring your binoculars! Watch the full moon rise over the butte or just relax with a cup of coffee or glass of wine!
The property is blessed to have a natural hot water hot springs (also called Geothermal water.) Soak up the healing waters in the lovely in ground concrete hot pool that comfortably fits 4 adults. We have heard that 6 people can squeeze in if need be. Children also love this warm pool.
There is a garage on the property that is Amy's art studio. She may be working during your stay. If you are interested in seeing what projects are underway in the studio please knock on the door to see if she is available!
Why spell it "Croas" Nest instead of Crows Nest?
The builder of the house and a dear friend, Dave Croasdaille, pronounced Crowsdale, created his "nest" up on the hill outside of Buhl when he retired. Indeed you feel like a bird perched on the porch almost level with the flight path of ospreys, herons, pelicans, birds of prey and migratory song birds. Dave loved creating ceramics, dancing, living a health conscious lifestyle and gardening. His passion was growing daffodils. Neighbors enjoyed receiving bouquets of daffodils in early spring from "Daffodil Dave."
The natural surroundings, the gardens, landscaping and water features create a peaceful, pleasant atmosphere all year round. We want our guests to unwind, re-charge and soak up the healing hot waters and beauty of the area!
Guest access
The entire house and grounds are accessible to guests. The garage is not accessible to guests.
Other things to note
We ask for a two night minimum. If you need a single night stay don't hesitate to ask and we will see if we can accommodate your request. However, Friday and Saturday nights are typically saved for the 2 night minimum. We are more open to 1 night stays Sunday - Thursday nights.
