Some beaches just feel like home from the moment you step onto the sand. Sandpoint City Beach is…read moreexactly one of those. I've visited lakeshores all over the Pacific Northwest, but this spot holds a special place -- and it's earned 5 stars without question. I arrived mid-day, blue sky overhead, with just a backpack and swim trunks, hoping for a chill beach day. The water at Lake Pend Oreille is clear, calm in places, rippling in others. There's a dock to walk out on, and I spent a few minutes just standing there, watching the sunlight dance on water, mountains hugging the horizon. The beach layout is smart: a grassy strip shaded with trees, picnic tables, and a sandy stretch for people to lounge or launch paddleboards. There were families building sandcastles, someone quietly strumming a guitar under a tree, kids splashing near the shore. No chaos, no stress -- just blue water, bright sunshine, subtle laughter in the background. Amenities are solid: restrooms aren't fancy but clean, the parking lot's right there, and I noticed a snack shack off to the side (open seasonally). The trail by the lake's edge continues past the beach -- perfect for a short walk before or after your swim. I saw birds diving, sense of nature very present. What hit me most: the transition from sandy beach into deep lake is smooth and gradual, so swimming felt easy and enjoyable. At dusk, the sky turned soft pink and gold, reflections echoed on the water -- that moment made me pause and breathe deeper. Final take: 5 stars, no doubt. Sandpoint City Beach balances comfort and wildness. It's perfect for relaxing, for light adventure, or for simply watching the sunset until the stars come out. If you've got time, linger -- come back at golden hour.

Nice little city park / beach area along Lake Pend Orielle (if you don't know, don't even try to…read morepronounce it). Plenty of grass and sand for kids to play (if not for the fowl gifts), and small swimming areas with boundaries for safety. Very peaceful place for a stroll when we visited in September, but I'd imagine it gets busier during the warm summer months. The park has a snack shack, but it's apparently only open during the warmer months. Plenty of free parking. The only negative was there was swan/goose poop everywhere! Had to watch where you stepped almost everywhere, including the sidewalks and grass. That was a real negative while trying to enjoy the park and get some fresh air.

I had never been to Sandpoint before and we wanted to have a quick get away to celebrate our…read morebirthdays. I wanted a unique experience a corporate hotel could not provide. Talus was eclectic, artistic and it felt like we were a guest in somebody's amazing house. It was a midweek stay. Maybe there was another couple there. We had the house to ourselves. That night we saw deer grazing out back and it snowed overnight. We woke up to a beautiful scene which included a few people ice skating on the frozen pond. We were in the Kipling suite which had a jet tub big enough for two people to swim is. It had a mini fridge, microwave, small coffee maker with coffee. A definite off the norm place to relax. On a side note, had an over the top dinner at 113 Main.

Hi Heather, Thank…read moreyou for taking the time to respond and engage with the feedback--it's clear you care deeply about the property. We hope that on a future visit, you might experience TRR from the perspective of a first-time guest--someone arriving with the hope of finding a peaceful retreat, but instead feeling somewhat like they've unexpectedly stepped into someone else's private space. While you see meaningful memories and personal touches, guests may interpret these items, photos, and instructions differently. The feeling of intrusion was heightened when the resident innkeeper prepared their own family's meal in the middle of the great room, making the shared space feel less like a guest retreat and more like someone else's home with lingering odors. There's so much to love about the property--the architecture and setting are truly stunning. With a bit of refreshing (particularly in terms of dusting all the bric-a-brac) and a shift in focus back toward creating a getaway experience, TRR could easily return to the high ratings it once enjoyed--as a place where guests can relax, reset, and grow.

Located just 35 minutes from Coeur D'Arlene and 45 minutes from Sand Point Idaho the beautiful…read moreplace is like a hidden secret located in the middle of know where. It is actually surrounded by beautiful mountains in Blanchard Idaho. Stone Ridge Motorcoach Resort is a Class A only motorcoach resort. It is a great place to escape for a quiet retreat. First let me start with the staff. The entire staff works very hard to make your stay a memorable one. The entire staff was very helpful and very courteous. Many of them work several different jobs at the facility to make your stay a good one. The facility is absolutely beautiful. The RV resort is spectacular with large roads throughout the park, extra large level concrete spaces and grass yards surrounding ever space. It is extremely quiet with stunning views in every direction. However with all that said there are a couple things that you may need or perhaps are important to know. No cable TV inputs, so you better have satellite. The facility only has wifi at the golf course club house and grille not at the rv park. Not a big deal but there is no AT&T cell service for 5 miles. However the Verizon signal is very good. The grille is a very casual with a limited menu but as I said previously the staff is very hard working and friendly. As for the golf course, absolutely beautiful and only $40.00 for a round of golf. I personally thought that was a great deal. If you are looking for a quiet place to get away and just relax and golf, this is the place. Have a Blessed Day !!!

Love the course itself, but the low score is based on our experience with the course management…read more From the 1st day here, Randy in the pro shop has been unfriendly and rude. We've been here for 3 weeks and you'd think by now he'd know our names, or maybe smile, or even say hello. Being friendly doesn't cost the course any more money, but it goes a long way in customer satisfaction and word of mouth recommendations. We planned on looking at real estate on this trip. But have a few other options, so we'll invest our money elsewhere. In fact, we had friends coming to stay here next month and told them not to bother. The course also needs a Marshall or someone that loops the course a few times a day. Homeowners on this course tend to jump in and it creates a big back up. In our 3 weeks here, it has happened each and every time. We spoke to one homeowner and he told us that he feels entitled to do so and knows that the management is "lazy as F", so no chance they're ever going to stop it. Also had a few choice words about how rude Randy in the pro shop is. It's unfortunate, because the course is fun and challenging. But Randy's attitude is causing us to cut this vacation short and move to a new spot. With Covid, there's alot of availability and the competition for vacation dollars is fierce. Fortunately in our favor! We've made some new friends here and will check back to see if the management issues have improved.

AMAZING experience. The whole team was so helpful & positive. Very friendly and welcoming, we had 0…read moreissues with our Pontoon rental. Perfect day spent on Lake Pend Oreille. The team helped us completely load our stuff into the boat, and back to our truck at the end of the day. Highly recommend!! Will definitely be using them again.

Great lake. Family owned and operated. Very attentive with questions i had about the boat and…read moreplaces to visit on the lake. Will definitely be back

We have rented one of Gary and Trinette's boats every year…read more We also rented from Kevin, another of their family members who had boats out in Hope. This family has always taken care of us and our guests. We rent the pontoon boats and they are always clean, filled up, and everything in working order. Respect their equipment, stay away from sand bars and keep an eye out for the occasional flotsam, and enjoy a great time!

The sandwiches they make are delicious and service is excellent. This is a family owned business in…read moreNewport WA. Has been there since early 1900's. 337 S Washington Ave Newport WA 509-447-3535

Old school since 1938. I'm glad these old markets and delis are still around because they add a…read morecertain nostalgia to small towns. The interior does not have a lot shelves filled with products but most people come here for the ice cream and food. The ice cream is top notch and delicious and should not be missed.

Jackie was the best at setting up our move, very helpful. she said Jeff was a wizard on packing…read moreand fitting all the boxes like a well fit puzzle and it's true! Jeff and his guys were on time, moved with precision. no wasted movements, our Pods were packed tightly and neatly. extra special care for our artwork and breakables. IF I was going to move again (which I hope this is our last move) I WOULD USE SANDPOINT MOVERS! This move was well done and affordable, I only hope when we get to AZ we find another group of movers to unpack as well as Jackie, Jeff and the hardworking guys! SIMPLY THE BEST Carol and Gary Kunzeman

We have used Sandpoint Movers multiple times, but this time we had a large move from Idaho to…read moreColorado and Jeff and Jackie made sure we were well taken care of. We had three pods that needed to be packed and they did an amazing job of moving everything from the house into the pods all in one day. They are hard workers, communicate wonderfully, and all for an amazingly fair price. If you are looking for help with your move, make sure you choose Sandpoint Movers.

Can't say enough about this wonderful place that has become a home away from home. We first came…read moreup here four years ago for a week's stay, then changed the entire rest of our vacation plans to stay longer. Two years later returned and bought a park model home there. The locale is right on a cove on Lake Pend Oreille, and has two marinas. I park my boat 100 yds from our house. The lake fishing is amazing-- always somewhere new to explore. But the absolute best are the people. Janice, the owner is over the top friendly and accommodating, and the year round care takers, Art and Mandy are the nicest, most helpful, friendly, and competent duo you could ever ask for. We have made lifelong friends with many of the park regulars, and get a real hoot out of all our Canadian friends who come down to visit. The people are the best, the lucious grounds and lake views are breathtakingly beautiful. You can't make a better choice to stay in northern Idaho than Jeb & Margaret's!