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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Place, Yellowstone Hot Springs
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Roosevelt Arch
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪139 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gardiner

On waterfront.Within a 5-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Gallatin National Forest and Yellowstone River. Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Roosevelt Arch - 20 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Parks' Fly Shop - 21 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 21 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 36 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Antler Bar and Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wild West Corral - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Eat Sandwichs - ‬17 min drive

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 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it! to the airport?

This cabin is 61.4 mi (112-min drive) away from the West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

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.

Is there free parking at Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

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

This cabin does not have a pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Looking for an Alternative to a Big Box Motel? We're it! to downtown Gardiner?

This cabin is 4.3 mi away from Gardiner.