QUICK OVERVIEW -sleeps 10 adults comfortably in queen size beds
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*Upstairs master suite with queen size bed and private bathroom.
*Two private main floor bedrooms, each with queen size bed
*Spacious upstairs loft with two queen size bed, sitting area and large flat screen television with Roku
*Fully equipped, open concept kitchen
*Main floor living room with gas fireplace and television with Roku
*Spacious main floor bathroom with tub
*Relaxing hot tub
*Large private patio, barbecue grill, outdoor dining and fire pit
*Washer and dryer
*Highchair and pack and play
*WINTER: 4 WHEEL DRIVE, SNOW TIRES, AND HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE REQUIRED IN SNOWY CONDITIONS.
WELCOME TO YOUR RUSTIC YELLOWSTONE LOG CABIN! Enjoy this peaceful retreat in a quiet wooded neighborhood with large spacious lots. The property is adjacent to BLM land and is located just 30 miles from the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park in West Yellowstone, Montana. This place is the perfect setting to relax after enjoying a multitude of adventures including; fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, sledding, cross county skiing, snow shoeing, ATV riding, boating, skiing and hiking. Come and enjoy the great outdoors and mountain views here at your ideal vacation location. *high clearance, 4WD with snow tires is necessary during the winter months in the Island Park mountain terrain and to access the cabin during snowy months.
This cabin has a comfortable queen bed in its master suite with an en suite private bathroom located up a rustic and inviting staircase. Adjacent to the master bedroom, there is a spacious upstairs loft with two queen sized beds for your comfort. These rooms are upstairs so take note if you have limited mobility. If mobility is difficult, you will be please to find two additional bedrooms equipped with queen size beds and an additional bathroom on the main floor. All bedding is freshly laundered with additional pillows and blankets to make your stay extra comfortable.
The main floor also includes a large open concept kitchen and living room. With a grocery store just minutes away and a fully equipped kitchen with all the amenities provided, you can prepare a marvelous home cooked meal. There is ample dishware, silverware, quality cookware, and appliances all for your use. Create memories with your loved ones in this unique open concept kitchen. There is even a high chair stowed away in the bedroom closet. If you prefer dining out, your cabin is within minutes of multiple fast food or fine dining restaurants. Just off the kitchen is where you can relax in your wonderfully cozy living room. This inviting living room has an cozy gas fireplace where you will be able curl up with a good book or watch your favorite show on the big screen television.
Your spacious bathroom downstairs includes all the fresh towels you need to get tidied up after your adventures. Complimentary starter toiletries are available. In the halfway across from the bathroom, there is a washer and dryer closet where you may tidy up your clothes, if needed. There are even additional towels for you to use while enjoying the relaxing hot tub. Please be advised, use of a hot tub can be difficult or hazardous for some individuals with mobility issues including the elderly and children.
Your large, private deck provide room for everyone to sit and enjoy the fresh mountain air and wildlife in the surrounding pine and aspen groves. Experience a fun dinner on your barbecue grill or gather around a crackling fire with warmth and songs at your open outdoor fire pit. Please check local burn restrictions prior to lighting a fire in the pit.
Cell phones work very well at the cabin with internet access/WIFI available at all times. With that being said, the city of Island Park does occasionally experience slow service during peak vacation times due to the influx of users. This occurs throughout the entire area of Island Park.
This cabin is open year 'round and is conveniently situated in a central location for a variety of activities. You will be within minutes of some of the area's best adventures. Of course, you're very close to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons with all they to offer. This cabin is close to waterways including Island Park reservoir, and Henry's Lake State Park. And, in the winter ice fishing at Henry's is amazing! Did you know record fish are frequently caught there!? Travel south on Highway 20 from your place and you can visit the roaring Mesa Falls, or north on Highway 20 and experience the wonder of Johnny Sack Cabin at Big Springs or the majesty of Sawtelle Peak. There is world class fly fishing on Henry's Fork of the Snake River or on the Madison River. Enjoy a live dinner theater close by at Mack's Inn Playhouse. Relax and soak up nature during a float trip, on hiking trails, during a horseback ride, or even a round of golf at Island Park Village Resort. Take a few hours to hike around Harriman State Park or visit their historical ranch community. This location is a snowmobiler's paradise. Take your sled to some of the area's best trails accessible right from your cabin's front door! There is definitely something for every level of rider. Enjoy over 500 miles of trail riding or be a little more adventurous boondocking in some of the softest over-the-hood powder ever! Ride the best back country hills and steep climbs that you can imagine!
During the winter months we keep the driveway plowed and the walkways cleared. For your convenience, a snow shovel will greet your arrival at the back door in case any additional snow has fallen. The driveway will accommodate two large vehicles in the winter. You’re welcome to drive your sleds up to the cabin so you can hit the trails early! High clearance, four wheel drive is not necessary most days but is needed for Island Park and Yellowstone's mountain terrain during the winter and with snowstorms. During the winter please check on parking availability and winter weather a few days prior to your arrival.
The beautiful mountain area is noted for its native wildlife with a mama moose actually bedding down right in your yard! Keep an eye out for fox, elk, deer, and a beautiful array of birds and woodland creatures in the adjacent aspen grove. If you listen closely you may hear the calls of the resident bald eagle and her two chicks. This cabin is definitely a nature lover's peaceful retreat! Please note that there are all sorts wildlife in the mountains so you may consider bringing your favorite repellent and be sure to do what you can to not bring them into the cabin with you. And, when booking any cabin in the woods, you will expect to encounter insects, spiders and other wildlife. It is part of the experience. Your cabin is not hermetically sealed so bugs, spider, and all sorts of wildlife may enter the property.
A starter supply of coffee service, paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, body wash and dish soap are provided. However, depending on personal preference or consumption, you may need to bring or buy extra supplies during your stay. There is a small county grocery store North on Highway 20 called Sam Patch Co. by Robin's Roost where we do all of our shopping when we stay at the cabin.
This is a NON-SMOKING cabin. We are also under a county ordinance for short term rentals and ask that our guests please stay in compliance for their safety and health. We ask that you please stay within capacity limits, read the burn ordinance and please be neighborly. Please be aware that this cabin is on community water, electrical and WIFI systems and we pass along the most current recommendations from them to our guests as applicable. For protection, video and audio can be monitored on the outside of the property at the front and back doors, motion activated. By booking this property you acknowledge and agree to the rental agreement that is sent with a confirmed reservation. And, travel insurance is good to have if you are worried about anything that may hinder your ability to stay.
We look forward to your stay here at Wander Inn!
