Hi, I’m Josie Daines.

I’m a Boise-based vacation rental manager, REALTOR, and creative behind Idaho Maven, a growing collection of thoughtfully designed stays across the Treasure Valley and McCall.

I split my time between managing short-term rentals, helping families buy and sell homes, supporting my family’s farm, and building spaces that feel warm, intentional, and unforgettable.

If you’re here, you’re probably looking to stay, partner, or just follow along and I’m so glad you found me.

My Story

I didn’t set out to work in a hospitality brand, it happened naturally through the things I love most: homes, hosting, design, and people.

I grew up around real estate and hands-on work, which shaped how I see homes not just as investments, but as places where real life happens. Today, I work as a REALTOR in Idaho while also managing and designing short-term rentals through Idaho Maven.

Outside of real estate and hosting, I spend time helping on my parents’ farm with our Highland cows and chickens, cooking farm-to-table meals, building out my garden, and creating a slower, more intentional lifestyle that deeply influences the way I design and host.

Idaho Maven is really an extension of my life warm, practical, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated.

What I Do:

Vacation Rental Management

I manage a growing portfolio of short-term rentals across Boise, Star, and McCall. I help owners with everything from setup and design to pricing strategy, guest experience, marketing, and operations.

Real Estate

As a licensed Idaho Realtor, I work with buyers, sellers, and investors especially those interested in vacation rentals or lifestyle-driven properties. Brokerage: Homes of Idaho

Design + Setup

I help owners furnish and stage spaces that feel elevated but livable, never overly styled or impersonal.

Daily Operations

Behind the scenes, I coordinate cleanings, turnovers, guest communication, problem solving, and everything in between.

Why Idaho Maven:

Idaho Maven started as a small project and quickly grew into something bigger, a brand centered around thoughtful hospitality and strong local roots.

• Design-forward spaces that still feel like home

• Hotel-level cleanliness and attention to detail

• Personal, responsive hosting

• Strong local knowledge and recommendations

• Consistent systems that owners can trust

• A guest experience that feels effortless

Experience

Over the past few years, I’ve worked across nearly every part of the short-term rental process, from designing and launching properties to managing day-to-day operations and guest experience at scale.

Through Idaho Maven, I’ve helped manage multiple properties, supported dozens of turnovers each month, worked closely with homeowners and investors, and built streamlined systems that allow properties to run smoothly and profitably.

My real estate background also gives me a deeper understanding of investment strategy, property positioning, and long-term value, something many hosts don’t think about early enough.

A Little More About Me:

When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me:

  • Cooking something from scratch

  • Working in my garden

  • Petting the highland cows

  • Spending time with my husband and our golden retriever

  • Helping on the farm

  • Traveling for inspiration

  • Hiking in McCall

I love creating spaces and routines that feel calm, warm, and intentional and that carries into everything I do professionally.

Who I Work With:

I typically work with:

• Homeowners wanting full-service STR management

• New hosts launching their first property

• Investors scaling portfolios

• Guests looking for elevated Idaho stays

• Brands and local businesses interested in partnerships

If you think we’d be a good fit, I’d love to connect.

Get in Touch

Whether you have a question, an idea, or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out! I am here to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Idaho Maven is a boutique short-term rental management and design brand based in Boise. I help homeowners launch and manage vacation rentals while also hosting guests across our growing collection of thoughtfully designed stays in the Treasure Valley and McCall.

  • I offer flexible support depending on your needs, including:

    • Full-service short-term rental management

    • Property setup + design guidance

    • Listing optimization + pricing strategy

    • Guest communication + operations

    • Cleaning coordination + turnover systems

    If you’re not sure what you need, we can start with a conversation.

  • Yes, I currently focus on the Treasure Valley and McCall area. If you’re nearby or unsure whether your property fits, feel free to reach out.

  • Absolutely. Many of the owners I work with are first-time hosts. I can walk you through setup, regulations, design decisions, systems, and realistic expectations so you feel confident from the start.

  • I take a more personal, design-forward approach. I focus heavily on guest experience, presentation, and consistent systems while still keeping operations practical and owner-friendly. I also bring a real estate background that helps owners think long-term about their investment. I am more exclusive and will not just take on any property.

  • Yes. As a licensed Idaho REALTOR, I work with buyers and sellers, especially those interested in investment properties or lifestyle-driven homes.

  • You can submit an inquiry through the contact form on this page. From there, we’ll schedule a quick call to talk through your property, goals, and whether we’re a good fit.

  • You can book directly through our listings page. book.idahomaven.com. Direct bookings often include better rates and perks when available.

  • No, because of owner allergies we do not allow pets.

  • Yes, I occasionally offer consulting sessions for owners who want guidance without full-service management. These typically focus on setup, pricing, systems, or improving performance.

  • Yes, I love partnering with local brands and businesses that align with Idaho Maven. Feel free to reach out with ideas.

  • You can follow Idaho Maven & josie.daines on Instagram and TikTok to see behind the scenes, new listings, and daily life updates.