Scenic and secluded 80± acres with a beautiful 1,836± sq. ft., hand-hewn, flat-log cabin 25 miles from Sun Valley over Trail Creek Pass. Part of a private, gated ranch community surrounded by federal lands with no public access. A 220± sq. ft. "dry" cabin provides additional sleeping space. Twin Bridges Creek flows through the property for a quarter mile on its way to the nearby Big Lost River. Fenced for horses. Unlimited recreation in some of Idaho's most scenic high country.
Big Lost River Valley living on 13.1 acres of pastoral ground framed by the Lost River Range. Home to Idaho's tallest peaks and bordered by working irrigated farmland. Sheltered inside a windbreak of mature spruce and shade trees, this solid brick ranch has been lovingly maintained by one family for decades: 1,498 sq ft on the main level plus a 1,312 sq ft basement, 4 bedrooms and 2 baths across both levels. The classic birch-cabinet kitchen with solid-surface counters opens to a bright living room with built-ins, and the glass sunroom off the living area is the showstopper - morning beverage, mountain light, and the hot-tub deck just outside the door. The grounds work as hard as they charm: attached 2-car garage, 16' × 20' workshop, three storage sheds, and a grain bin. Private well, private septic, propane forced-air heat and underground utilities.10 minutes to Mackay, with world-class fishing, hunting, and backcountry access in every direction. Four decreed water rights convey with the sale, including senior Big Lost River priorities dating to 1894 and a groundwater right served by the on-site well; water rights documentation package available. Sold as-is; property held in trust. Buyer to verify all information.
These 589± acres feature exceptional improvements, seclusion, wildlife, scenery, extensive BLM boundary, productive cattle operations, and over a mile of both banks of the Big Lost River with excellent fishing. Located 35± miles from Sun Valley over Trail Creek Pass and 20± northwest of Mackay. Large ranch holdings in the upper Lost River Valley rarely come for sale.
Two homes, one incredible Mackay property. Set on 1.8 acres with NO HOA, this rare offering pairs a 1995 manufactured home on a permanent foundation with a separate single family residence built in 1958. Live in one and rent the other, house extended family, or create the ideal multigenerational retreat. Every direction delivers postcard views. Towering mountains surround the valley, with Mt Borah at 12,662 feet standing tall as Idaho's highest peak, and the striking Nine Peaks rounding out the horizon. Just up the road, Mackay Reservoir invites you to fish, boat, camp, and soak in the outdoors all season long. This is high mountain living at its finest. Storage and toys are covered too, with two detached garages: a 2-car garage plus a spacious shop featuring a single car garage and a dedicated boat bay. Mackay is proudly known as the ATV Capital of Idaho, with hundreds of miles of trails right out your door. With room to roam and no HOA restrictions, this property is a blank canvas for your Idaho dream. Whether you are after rental income, a family compound, or a peaceful mountain getaway, opportunities like this in the Lost River Valley are hard to come by.
Enjoy this charming Mackay home and getaway. Gorgeous landscaping, a fully finished workshop garage, and a backyard exquisitely designed for enjoying the view with serene solidarity, entertaining or family time. Recent upgrades and excellent maintenance make this classic cabin a gem. Also both finished and unfinished basement make for excellent extra item and outdoor gear storage. New pavement.
Properties like this do not come to market in the Lost River Valley. 18 irrigated acres across 3 lots with 1962 priority water rights, 360 degree mountain views, and a turnkey equine estate with two barns and infrastructure most ranches take a decade to build. Newly renovated, the home lives large with a 22 foot vaulted ceiling in the open concept living area, 10 foot ceilings crowned with Arhaus fixtures, 7 inch rustic oak floors, Hunter Douglas blinds, custom drapes, brand new appliances, and whole home water filtration and softener. Insulated and heated two car garage, RV garage with room for the tractor and toys, and a Generac backup system with two owned propane tanks, capable of powering the property independently for up to a year. Furnishings available under separate bill of sale. The new barn is fully lined in white oak with a 14 foot drive through aisle on rubber pavers. The open stall concept keeps the herd together and healthy, or retrofit up to five stalls or a mare motel to suit your needs. Automatic waterers, wash bay, tack room, and office, with utilities running throughout the barn, including the unfinished guest quarters, 1,008 square feet ready to finish as caretaker housing or rental income. Plans convey. A mature spruce lined drive on irrigation, a greenhouse with drip system, and an insulated bunkhouse round out the grounds. At the base of the Lost River Range, home to Mt. Borah, Idaho's highest peak, 2 miles from the 4.3 million acre Salmon-Challis National Forest, gateway to the Frank Church, the largest wilderness in the lower 48, with BLM access a mile away. Wild trout on the Big Lost, Mackay Reservoir, and elk, moose, and bighorn country minutes away. Sun Valley 41 miles over Trail Creek Summit, Craters of the Moon 44 south. Fiery sunrises and sunsets, Milky Way dark skies, and elk sparring on Crows Nest Mountain, all from your wraparound deck. A legacy property in one of the last untouched valleys in the American West.
Properties like this do not come to market in the Lost River Valley. 18 irrigated acres across 3 lots with 1962 priority water rights, 360 degree mountain views, and a turnkey equine estate with two barns and infrastructure most ranches take a decade to build. Newly renovated, the home lives large with a 22 foot vaulted ceiling in the open concept living area, 10 foot ceilings crowned with Arhaus fixtures, 7 inch rustic oak floors, Hunter Douglas blinds, custom drapes, brand new appliances, and whole home water filtration and softener. Insulated and heated two car garage, RV garage with room for the tractor and toys, and a Generac backup system with two owned propane tanks, capable of powering the property independently for up to a year. Furnishings available under separate bill of sale. The new barn is fully lined in white oak with a 14 foot drive through aisle on rubber pavers. The open stall concept keeps the herd together and healthy, or retrofit up to five stalls or a mare motel to suit your needs. Automatic waterers, wash bay, tack room, and office, with utilities running throughout the barn, including the unfinished guest quarters, 1,008 square feet ready to finish as caretaker housing or rental income. Plans convey. A mature spruce lined drive on irrigation, a greenhouse with drip system, and an insulated bunkhouse round out the grounds. At the base of the Lost River Range, home to Mt. Borah, Idaho's highest peak, 2 miles from the 4.3 million acre Salmon-Challis National Forest, gateway to the Frank Church, the largest wilderness in the lower 48, with BLM access a mile away. Wild trout on the Big Lost, Mackay Reservoir, and elk, moose, and bighorn country minutes away. Sun Valley 41 miles over Trail Creek Summit, Craters of the Moon 44 south. Fiery sunrises and sunsets, Milky Way dark skies, and elk sparring on Crows Nest Mountain, all from your wraparound deck. A legacy property in one of the last untouched valleys in the American West.
Welcome to your incredible getaway in the heart of Mackay, Idaho. Nestled on 5 parcels along Kids Creek & resting at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this private retreat offers unobstructed views of iconic Mount McCaleb & Lost River Range. The turnkey 1,008 sq. ft. home features a welcoming layout w/ a comfortable primary suite, guest bedroom, full guest bath, & an upstairs loft perfect for extra sleeping or a cozy hangout. The open kitchen & living room capture gorgeous mountain scenery right out the window. The property shines as a hosts paradise. The impressive 3-bay 2000 sq ft shop doubles as an entertainment hub w/ a full high-end kitchen including commercial-grade stove, ice maker, beverage refrigerator, & generous gathering space. A full bathroom w/ laundry adds convenience, while the remaining bays store all your outdoor toys. Just steps away, a heated & cooled 300sq ft bunkhouse creates a kids dream escape easily sleeping 6 & near the shop bathroom for ease of use. With 5prime RV sites featuring sewer hookup, multiple power options, & ample parking, this is the ideal spot for unforgettable gatherings. A historic shed offers extra storage. Whether its long weekends filled with ATVs, campfires, or coffee by the creek, this property will create memories for years to come.
Welcome to your incredible getaway in the heart of Mackay, Idaho. Nestled on 5 parcels along Kid’s Creek and resting at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this private retreat offers unobstructed views of iconic Mount Borah & the sweeping Big Lost Valley. The turnkey 1,008 sq. ft. home features a welcoming layout with a comfortable primary suite, guest bedroom, full guest bath, & an upstairs loft perfect for extra sleeping or a cozy hangout. The open kitchen and living room capture gorgeous mountain scenery right out the window. The property shines as a host’s paradise. The impressive 3-bay shop doubles as an entertainment hub with a full high-end kitchen including commercial-grade stove, ice maker, beverage refrigerator, & generous gathering space. A full bathroom with laundry adds convenience, while the remaining bays store all your outdoor toys with ease. Just steps away, a heated and cooled bunkhouse creates a kids’ dream escape — easily sleeping 6 and positioned perfectly near the shop bathroom for comfort and ease. With 4–5 prime RV sites featuring sewer hookup, multiple power options, & ample parking, this is the ideal spot for unforgettable gatherings. A charming historic shed offers extra storage or potential for a fun game room. Whether it’s long weekends filled with ATVs and campfires or peaceful mornings by the creek, this property will create memories for years to come.
0.439 Acres with incredible views of Mount Borah and the Lost River Mountain Range. Located between Mackay and Challis, this property is a great mix of convenience and rural living. This property sits right down the street from thousands of acres of state land. Build your dream cabin and don't forget to bring all your toys. The area offers world class fishing and hunting. Wildlife actively roams the area, just look at the photos! Power lines are available along 6100 W which is very close. You will need to install a well for water and a septic tank. You can also haul water. This deal will not last long!
This 2.0 acre lot is ready for you to build your dream home. This lot has exquisite mountain vistas in all directions and backs up to an alfalfa field. Enjoy the view of the Lost River Range on the north side of the property and the Pioneer mountains to the south. This parcel is located at the end of the subdivision. The lot has power and fiber optic internet to the edge of the lot. This would be an excellent location to create something special on. Located just 2 miles south of Mackay right off HWY 93, the location gives you quick access to all the recreating that Mackay has to offer. The subdivision developer (who no longer owns any lots) created CC&R's in 2010 but they were not recorded. An HOA has yet to be formed. Cedar Creek Road is a private road created for the subdivision and owners are currently maintaining it themselves.
Andrea Conner, License # DB48170, Xome Inc., License # CO40878, [email protected], 844-400-9663, 750 State Highway 121 Bypass, Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75067
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Mackay is located in Idaho. Mackay, Idaho has a population of 603. Mackay is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 26.21% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.44%.
The median household income in Mackay, Idaho is $40,750. The median household income for the surrounding county is $47,663 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Mackay is 43.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 81.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 5.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 10.5 inches per year, with 103.1 inches of snow per year.
