Offline Retreat
Sandpoint, Idaho
A couples getaway intentionally designed for fewer distractions and deeper connection.
What Our Guests Are Saying
What You'll Find
Private
Some stays are shoulder to shoulder to other guests. Not here. River Ridge offers you your own private acre with riverfront access all to yourself. Contactless check-in means that you've got the whole place to yourself.
Comfortable
River Ridge is thoughtfully stocked with all the amenities you need to be comfortable. Nearly everything is provided. Just bring food and clothes. We've taken care of the rest!
Intentionally Disconnected
So many places are focused on finding ways to keep you connected to the world while you're away. Not us. Here, we encourage you to disconnect from the world so you can reconnect to what matters most.
Living Area
- Bell Tent
- Queen Bed
- Blankets & Bedding
- Reading Chairs
- End Tables
- Phone Charging Cables
- Lamps & Lighting
- Radio & Bluetooth Speaker
- Digital Clock
- Fan
Kitchen & Cooking
- Sink
- Propane Stove
- Dishes, Cups & Mugs
- Pot & Pan
- Bottle Opener & Cork Screw
- Wine Glasses
- Utensils
- Dish Drying Rack
- Fire Skewers
Bathroom
- Camp Toilet
- Hand Sanitizer
- Hand Soap (in kitchen)
Supplies
- Firewood & Kindling
- Coffee
- Lighter
- Propane
- Toilet Paper
- Fresh Drinking Water (~5 gallons)
- Soaps & Sponge
Not Onsite
- Wi-Fi
- Refrigerator
- Shower
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Your Own Private Retreat
One acre of forest all to yourself
Located only 18 minutes from downtown Sandpoint Idaho, River Ridge is easy to access and even easier to navigate. From the parking area, a short trail leads you past your cooking are to your tent. From there, continue on to the outhouse or veare left to take the trail down to the waterfront. After a short hike down the ridge, enjoy river view loungers or wander down to the beach.
Nearby Attractions
Pack River Float
Launch from your own campsite and spend a relaxing afternoon floating the gentle Pack River. It's one of the most peaceful ways to experience North Idaho's crystal-clear waters and scenic forests.
Best in early-season.
1 Minute
Pack River Bridge: Northside
Enjoy the community swimming hole. Locals love to gather, bbq, bridge jump, and enjoy the river from this sandy beach.
Best in early-season.
5 Minutes
Selle Valley Creamery Cheese Shed
A small family owned honor system shop with goods produced locally.
Mon - Sat. 8am - 8pm
7 Minutes
Rapid Lightening Farmstand
A cute farmstand from an alpaca farm, featuring alpaca goods, jellies, seasonings, eggs, and more!
6 Minutes
Selle Valley Creamery Concession Trailer
This local creamery provides concessions on select nights, including burgers, fries, and ice cream!
7 Minutes
Grumpy Chicken U-Pick Flower Farm
A local farm offering a diverse range of services including u-pick flowers and bouquets!
Open seasonally, Fridays 8AM-1PM
9 Minutes
Wild Goose Chase
A must see charming boutique and farm-style shop offering vintage goods. Located on a residential property and open seasonally Thur-Fri from 10am-3pm.
Open through October 3rd, 2026.
12 Minutes
Our Daily Bread Farmstand
A charming little farmstand featuring fresh-milled baked goods and other handmade items.
Fresh baked good on Saturday mornings at 10AM
12 Minutes
Camp Bennett Farmstand
Fresh, family-made goodness from a North Idaho homestead—baked goods from a cottage kitchen, garden-picked produce, and kid-friendly farm stand finds.
12 Minutes
Beeks Farmstand
A local farmstand selling eggs, bread, candy plus plenty of character!
17 Minutes
Shingle Mill U-Pick Blueberry Farm
A large blueberry farm where you can pick from several varieties. Snack on berries while you fill a bucket! Cash Only
14 Minutes
Caliber Disc Goft
Championship par 65 disc golf course 10 miles north of Sandpoint Idaho. Pay-to-play dawn to dusk 7 days a week. $15/round.
19 Minutes
The City of Sandpoint
Discover charming downtown streets filled with local boutiques, lakeside dining, craft coffee, live music, and one of North Idaho's most beloved small-town atmospheres.
18 Minutes
Grouse Creek Falls
A short hike leads to one of the area's hidden gems—a beautiful waterfall tucked beneath a canopy of cedar and pine. Perfect for a picnic, photos, or a refreshing escape into nature.
22 Minutes
Sandpoint City Beach
Relax on the sandy shores of Lake Pend Oreille, swim in crystal-clear water, or enjoy the nearby walking paths, playgrounds, and vibrant downtown just steps away.
24 Minutes
Schweitzer Mountain Resort
From skiing and snowboarding in winter to scenic chairlift rides, hiking, mountain biking, and festivals in summer, Schweitzer offers year-round adventure with breathtaking mountain views.
35 Minutes
Silverwood Theme Park
Spend the day riding world-class roller coasters, cooling off at Boulder Beach Water Park, and making unforgettable family memories at the Northwest's largest theme park.
50 Minutes
The Pack River Store
More than a country store, this local favorite serves handcrafted sandwiches, fresh baked treats, espresso, and other delicious bites—perfect before or after a day on the river. Closed Sundays.
8 Minutes
The Blue Heron Cafe
A beloved North Idaho gathering place serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, sandwiches, and homemade comfort food in a relaxed, rustic setting. Located inside the Samuels store.
14 Minutes
MickDuff's Brewing Co
Enjoy handcrafted beers, elevated pub fare, and a lively atmosphere at one of Sandpoint's most popular local breweries.
14 Minutes
Powder Hound Pizza
Known for handcrafted pizzas, fresh ingredients, and a laid-back mountain-town atmosphere, Powder Hound Pizza is a local favorite for sharing a great meal after a day of adventure.
22 Minutes
The Float House
A seasonal waterfront eatery in Hope, ID with a casual vibe, serving small plates, beer, and wine on the waterfront.
22 Minutes
Pend d'Oreille Winery Tasting Room
Sample award-winning Idaho wines in a warm, inviting tasting room just steps from downtown Sandpoint's shops and restaurants.
Closed Sundays.
22 Minutes
Beet & Basil
Fresh, seasonal ingredients meet creative flavors at this food truck, offering wholesome breakfasts, artisan sandwiches, salads, and locally inspired dishes.
19 Minutes
Getting Here
Located Just Outside of Beautiful Sandpoint Idaho
To get here, follow Highway 200 to Colburn Culver road. Then head north for 3.5 miles until you reach Hopkins Rd. Hang a left on Hopkins, and follow the road until the end.
River Ridge is at the end of the road. The parking area is marked with a sign and you’ll find a dedicated parking spot just for you!
What an "Offline Retreat" actually is.
Your opportunity to liberate yourself from your phone and partake in a digital detox.
We believe in providing our guests with an opportunity to disconnect from the world and reconnect to one another. To create that environment, River Ridge intentionally has no Wi-Fi.
While the majority of guests still do have cell service at our location, we have provided a variety of methods for you to comfortably put your phone away in a ‘phone box’ and go “offline” to whatever level they feel comfortable with, and maybe a step beyond.
Why it's so hard to disconnect
Does it even make sense to go offline?
While you may have the desire to disconnect and go offline, sometimes this can interrupt our normal way of life in unexpected ways. As soon as we’re disconnected, we realize how dependent we’ve become on our devices.
Conveniences that were previously there at the push of a button are gone. And although it’s nice to be removed from the constant buzzing of notifications, we quickly start to feel the panic associated with not having our those luxuries readily available. For example:
How will I listen to music?
How can I be reached for an urgent call?
What if I want to take photos?
The struggle is real – at first. Luckily, we’ve been working to solve these challenges for you…
We believe we've found the balance.
Through much consideration, we’ve brainstormed solutions to strike the perfect balance so that you can scale your disconnection and find the right level of “offline” for you. Here are some of the challenges we worked to solve for you:
Phone Calls
Connect your phone to our Bluetooth rotary phone so important calls can still come through. Then stow your phone away!
Music
Transport back to the 20th century with a retro AM/FM radio. Still need your playlists? Connect to our bluetooth speaker and control remotely.
Photos
One of the best ways to remember your stay is through photos. We provide our guests a polaroid-style solution.
Weather
When you’re camping, the weather report is often helpful. We leave you with the upcoming forecast for your stay and an onsite thermometer to monitor current conditions.
Tourism
We often use our phones to help us keep tabs on what there is to do in the area. To help with this, we provide you with upcoming events along with key local attractions in your guest guide.
Time
Ah yes, time. As much as we’d like to follow natural rhythms and cadences, we may never escape the need to know the time. For this reason, your tent is equipped with a simple clock.
A Few Other Solutions
Flashlight
We've thoughtfully lit your stay so that you shouldn't need a flashlight, even to use the restroom at night.
Contacting Your Host (Us)
Late checkout? More water? We're here for you. Just give us a call using the rotary phone and let us know how we can help. Prefer messaging through Airbnb instead? No problem - we can do that too.
Offline isn't Your Jam?
We don’t judge. Your connection with the network is 100% up to you.
Whether you want to be completely free of your phone, a little free, or not make any adjustments at all, River Ridge is an excellent getaway to reconnect with who you’re with. No matter what, you’ll both experience God’s creation in a beautiful place, while having many of the comforts of home at your convenience.
Truly a Sanctuary!
