The Brown Cabin in Elk City
Cozy and charming with room for 6. Essentials included.
After a day of flying down trails, catching fish, or chasing big game, you’ll have plenty of space to relax and unwind at the Brown Cabin. We’ve got a kitchen with everything you need to prepare a tasty meal, a comfy couch, and super quick Starlink WiFi (over 100Mbps) so everyone can stream or update their social media—if you so please.
But what’s the rush? You’re in Elk City!
And to top it off, you’ll sleep like a rock!
Our Mission:
Provide the highest-quality Elk City cabin rental experience for a reasonable price so you and your family/group have a comfortable place to relax and recuperate after a busy day playing in the great outdoors.
Freedom River Adventures wants you to have fun and leave feeling refreshed.
Tour the Brown Cabin
Your base for adventure in Elk City
3 Bedrooms
2 Porches
1 Bathroom
Living Room
Open loft
1600 sq. ft.
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The Brown Cabin was a former one-room miner’s cabin before it was remodeled in the early ‘80s.
The cabin has a kitchen/dining area, living room, 1 bathroom, 3 bedrooms, and a loft area.
The front porch is screened in, and the back porch has a covered patio and BBQ area.
Approximate size: 1600 sq. feet
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We provide:
Clean beds and towels for everyone in your party
Basic cooking appliances (pots, pans, cutlery)
Roku TV and Starlink Internet
Plenty of parking for your toys
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The cabin has a large ceiling fan in the living room that will circulate warm or cold air thru the house in less than half an hour.
We provide firewood during the cool months (April, October, November).
If you need additional blankets, don’t hesitate to ask
There is no A/C; in the summers, leave the windows open at night and the cabin will naturally cool down.
After breakfast, close them up to keep the cold air inside.
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Country Kitchen
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Kitchen & Dining Area
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Living Room
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Living Room & Wood Stove
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Master Bed
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Bathroom
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Loft Bed
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Queen Bed
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Twin Beds
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Back Patio
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Backyard Campfire Ring
About the neighborhood
A guided tour of the rustic Freedom River Adventures Brown Cabin in Elk City, Idaho. Perfect for your adventure or relaxation.
Don’t miss watching the video!
The property is 2 miles out of Elk City and borders National Forest and BLM land.
Grab your fishing pole before going for a walk up or down the road in either direction. You’ll probably get a few bites.
You’ll probably get to meet the neighbors (turkeys and deer) they’re over ALL the time usually when you’re having your morning coffee.
You’re just a stone’s throw from hundreds of miles of trails leading to gorgeous views as far as Montana and wilderness areas.
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Got questions? Ask away!
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That depends on what you’re looking forward to on your trip. If you need a quiet and peaceful weekend away, anytime of year is fine.
Visit during spring for:Rainy and cool weather (normally up to 60 degrees, but it can snow!)
Steelhead fishing
Turkey hunting
Nature Photography—The wildflowers and green scenery are beautiful!
Kayaking during spring run-off (the water is high and FAST!)
Trout season opens Memorial Day Weekend
Visit during summer for:
LONG summer days (sunrise is about 5am, sunset is about 9pm)
Hot and dry weather (normally up to the mid 90s). Thunderstorms and power outages do happen during this time
ATV/UTV rides
Trout fishing (both spinning and flyfishing)
Salmon fishing in June
Campfires and s’mores
Elk City Days is the second weekend of August.
Visit during the fall for:
Cooler weather; early September is usually perfect. Mid 70s and dry—though it can snow!
Elk and deer hunting (bow, rifle, muzzleloader)
Fall steelhead fishing
Cool nights by the fire
The brown cabin is closed during winter.
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You can get all of the basic food you need (meat, vegetables, fruit, dairy, cooking supplies, beer) at the General Store. If you drink Coke, you will need to bring some (they no longer carry Coca-cola products).
We recommend you bring (at the very least):
A fishing pole
Sturdy hiking boots
Wool socks
A weatherproof jacket
A hat
Sunglasses
A basic first aid kit
A camp knife
A map and compass or power bank for your phone
The power does go out (along with the Wi-Fi) from time to time, especially after a big storm. You may also want to bring books/reading material.
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Yes, your pup is welcome in the Brown Cabin.
The pet fee is a minimum of $50 per animal. Bigger pets (over 50 lbs.) are $75 each. You are responsible for any damage caused by your pet(s).
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Yes, unlimited Starlink Wi-Fi is included at the Brown Cabin.
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Yes! Here is our refund policy.
Cancel your booking 30 or more days before arrival and get a full 100% refund.
Cancel your reservation 29-14 days prior to arrival and get a 50% refund.
No refunds within 2 weeks of your arrival.
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Click the links above to book through Airbnb and VRBO. I’m also on Hipcamp, and Glampinghub.
If you’d like to save money and book direct (they charge BIG fees), this link will take you to the booking page.
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Yes, we offer discounts.
10% if you book for a full week.
10% military discount.
Discounts aren’t stackable and are NOT available through third-party websites (Airbnb, VRBO, Glamping, Hipcamp, etc).
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Additional guests are $20 per night, per guest. Wherever you book, please put the correct number of people on the booking.
Pricing for 1 night at the Brown Cabin:
1 or 2 People = $190
3 People: $210
4 People: $230
5 People: $250
6 People (MAXIMUM) $270
Before you arrive, please confirm the number of guests so we can properly prepare for your arrival and give you the best stay possible.
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There is only room for a maximum of 6 people in the Brown Cabin. The reason is largely due to water. We have a spring that provides water to the Brown Cabin, and the spring can’t produce enough water for more than 6 people.
Freedom River Adventures does not allow additional guests to camp or stay on the property in RVs. There is a large open meadow that’s ¼ mile away where you can camp comfortably. (BLM). Along American River, there are also several campgrounds.
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Check-in starts at 3:00 pm (1500) on the day of your reservation.
The person making the reservation will need a photo ID.
We also request that you call from Grangeville (about 1.5 hours away), especially if you will be arriving in the evening.
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Check-out is at 11:00 am on the last day of your reservation.
When you check out please:
Strip the beds you slept in and put the blanket on the floor.
Take your garbage outside.
Wash your dishes
Do not lock the doors.
Sign the guestbook or write a review!
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Hunting and shooting is not allowed on the property. There is a field about ¼ mile away that’s BLM ground.
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Yes and Yes. There are bears, wolves, coyotes, and mountain lions in the area. If you go out into the woods, be prepared for a potential predator encounter—though the chances are low.
These are cabins in the woods. We make EVERY effort to keep you comfy so you have a wonderful experience in Elk City. However, there may be spiders, mice, bugs, squirrels, and other critters that get into the cabins. If you see or hear something during your stay, please let us know.