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Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 80 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it!

If you've been surfing Gardiner, Mt on VRBO, you have got to be asking yourself: What is with all these cloned cabins? Let me explain. My cabin and the others were part of the former Yellowstone River Resort. The resort was initially built in 2000 to provide lodging and meals for the Elderhostel programs in and around Yellowstone National Park. In 2005, the owners offered the cabins for sale to individuals. The majority were purchased as rentals or second homes. The exteriors and floor plans are the same. For the most part, it is only the decor that varies and perhaps a few gizmos.

My cabin (#11) is the only one locally owned and operated. As such, I am able to offer significant savings over my neighbors (as much as $10-$40/night) depending on the time of year. The cabin is set off a bit from the other original cabins and is oriented for the mountains views. You can Google Earth the place at 45 degrees 04' 16.65" N 110 degrees 46' 24.31" W (no airstrikes, please). I maintain the cabin personnally and make myself available to answer questions and provide information to help you make the most of your stay. In return, you supplement my livelihood. I trust that this will always be a fair trade.

Regardless of whether you stay at my place, my neighbors' or elsewhere in the Gardiner area, you are well positioned to explore Yellowstone. As a tourist, fly fisherman or an attendee of the educational programs offered by the Yellowstone Association, the North Entrance provides the best gateway to the Grand Loop and Yellowstone's most sought after features.

For further information on me and my place, refer to the link to my website. For information on lodging providers (some not necessarily on VRBO), you also may want to check with the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce.



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Property manager

Wade Peck

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gardiner, Mt

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 16 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Parks' Fly Shop - 17 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 18 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 30 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Perk - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Outlaws Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it! located?

This family-friendly Gardiner cabin is located on the waterfront, just steps from Gallatin National Forest and Yellowstone River. Parks' Fly Shop and Yellowstone National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Awesome, wide open spaces, quiet, wildlife, amenities, friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great stay at wades place- perfectly outfitted and great communication and check in process
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
This property was perfect, a great place to stay on your trip to yellowstone. It is very close with easy access to the park, and we loved watching the elk come up to the back porch while drinking coffee every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yellowstone trip
It was a great place to stay. Plenty of space for 2 couples. It was a very quiet and relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin
This house is perfect. Clean, fully furnished with everything you need. Perfect base camp for Yellowstone. Elk and pronghorn and deer out back door. Love it
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and a great location
We really enjoyed our stay. Wade was a wonderful host. The cabin was clean, well stocked and convenient to the park. We would highly recommend this location as a vacation destination.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tera R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place!
Perfect spot to serve as home base for our Yellowstone trip. The views were amazing! The cabin was clean, well stocked, and quiet. We enjoyed seeing the nearby elk herd. Absolutely recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
We stayed for 3 nights on our Yellowstone leg of our trip. Beautiful views from the property. Felt like coming home every night. Wade was very easy to communicate with. We had a wonderful experience and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., prairie city, ia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
We’ve stayed at Wade’s cabin 4 times and it’s always top drawer! Everything you could need and very clean. We will be back! B
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Property was very clean. Loved the proximity to Yellowstone. Saw elk and pronghorn everyday in the open fields next to the cabin. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it!
The scenery from the cabin windows was beautiful! The cabin was spacious, clean, well stocked with utensils and spices for cooking, and filled with information to make the most out of our trip to Yellowstone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat renter
Well stocked, great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Wonderful cabin for our Yellowstone adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed
Very nice and enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jack
Quiet, clean, great location. Even got a chance to walk down to river and caught some fish. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeewon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just great!
Actually much better than the pictures. Enjoyed a lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gardiner
Very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Wonderful stay!
We were a party of 2 couples. We loved the cabin, especially the deck with 2 porch swings. The washer and dryer were great to have and the kitchen was well appointed. The cabin was super clean and we appreciated having cable and WiFi. We would definitely stay here again if ever in the area !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frank V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#11
Cabin was wonderful. Clean and organized. Views were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t want to leave!
The cabin was clean, comfortable, and the perfect amount of space for our family. We ate our meals on the covered patio each night. The view of Electric Peak was amazing. Thank you Wade! We hope to return someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful host
This was a great location, just minutes to the Yellowstone north entrance. Owner was responsive and great to work with. The cabin is nicer than the pictures portray. We visited in July and every evening there was a large herd of elk right next to the cabin, so cool to see. If you like to fish bring your pole, great fishing a few steps away. Lots of room inside and out for our kids to play and relax after a long day in the park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent base for Yellowstone
This property is perfect if you want a remote-feeling base for Yellowstone, but only 10 minutes from the North entrance. Extremely well equipped kitchen, great back porch and views from front and back of the cabin. You're likely to see plenty of elk and other animals in the area. Comfortable beds and plenty of room for a family of 4. Owner communicated well prior to arrival, and there was no issue with our somewhat late arrival. Fit our needs perfectly and would stay there again if in the area, no question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani S., Adel, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have been more perfect for us!
We absolutely adored this property and will definitely stay here again! The location was incredible, you just take a gravel road a few miles outside of the Roosevelt arch and there you are! This cute little cluster of cabins has Yellowstone on one side, the Yellowstone river on the other. It had everything we could need and the setup was perfect for us! We had a little power outage one night (the whole town) and Wade was very easy to reach and provided prompt updates. The best part of the place was the back patio where we lounged on the rockers and watched the elk & pronghorns in the evening. We cannot wait to get back to this place, probably the best part of our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug B., Johns Creek, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home base for a week in YNP!
Our stay couldn't have been any better. The cabin was perfect for our needs. We spent most days waking very early to head into the park before sunrise for photography and wildlife. We'd return most days right after sunset. The elk were in the field outside the front of the cabin and sometimes in the area outside the back porch. The bull elk were bugling a lot - what an experience! One very morning we woke and saw the aurora borealis while the elk bugled in the distance and a few shooting stars flew by - magical. The cabin is nicely appointed and comfortable. We enjoyed the short drive into Gardiner (10-15 min) and would frequently see wildlife (elk, pronghorn, coyote, skunk!, etc.) on our drive out or in. Wade was great with communication on a few questions we had. We would stay here again. This time it was just the two of us but there would be room for more if we return again with more family/friends. We've vacationed close to YNP ~10 times and this ranks as one of our favorite places.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023