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Melvin's Retreat, Sleeps 12, 19 Miles to Yellowstone!

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Island Park, ID
  • Henrys Lake State Park
  • Henrys Lake
  • Mack's Inn Playhouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Melvin's Retreat, Sleeps 12, 19 Miles to Yellowstone!

Summary:
Escape to Melvin's Retreat, a charming cabin nestled in the scenic Island Park mountains. Perfect for family vacations, this cozy retreat offers the ideal blend of comfort and adventure. Enjoy easy access to Yellowstone National Park (just 19 miles away) and the natural beauty of Henrys Lake Outlet. With a fully equipped kitchen, hot tub, and fireplace, your mountain getaway awaits!

The Space:
Welcome to Melvin's Retreat – Your Cozy Cabin in Island Park!
Escape to the tranquil beauty of Island Park and make lasting memories at Melvin's Retreat, just 19 miles from Yellowstone and nestled near the scenic Henrys Lake Outlet. Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, this brand-new cabin (built in 2022) provides the perfect retreat for your family vacation.

Property Highlights:
- Sleeps 12 guests comfortably – Perfect for large families or groups
4 Spacious Bedrooms:
- Master Suite: King bed with a private bath (shower only)
- Bedroom #2 (downstairs): 2 Queen beds
- Bedroom #3 (downstairs): 1 King bed
- Bedroom #4 (above garage): 2 Queen beds
3 Full Bathrooms for added convenience
A Mudroom for outdoor gear and equipment

Just a short drive to Yellowstone National Park for hiking, fishing, and more Cozy, modern amenities for a relaxing stay. Melvin's Retreat is the ideal base for exploring the great outdoors while enjoying a comfortable and spacious home away from home.

Book your stay today and experience all that Island Park has to offer!

*Please note: The property does NOT have air conditioning*

Property manager

Ty Walker
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Island Park

Located in Island Park, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park, while Mack's Inn Playhouse and Playmill Theatre are cultural highlights. Great Whirligig and Yellowstone Big Gun Fun are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, horse riding and cycling.
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Map
Island Park, ID

What's nearby

  • Island Park Golf Course - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Mack's Inn Playhouse - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Island Park Dam - 29 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Big Springs - 31 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 32 min drive - 38.3 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Connie's Restaurant & Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Meadow Creek Lodge - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Playhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Trout Lodge & Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Melvin's Retreat, Sleeps 12, 19 Miles to YNP! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Melvin's Retreat, Sleeps 12, 19 Miles to YNP!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Melvin's Retreat, Sleeps 12, 19 Miles to YNP!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Melvin's Retreat, Sleeps 12, 19 Miles to YNP! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Henrys Lake State Park and Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Henrys Lake and Island Park Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was fantastic! I cannot say enough about how clean and well stocked the hose was. In a quiet natural setting, it was nice to come home to every day. It was about 20 minutes into West Yellowstone but the drive was easy. Yellowstone was great but coming back here every day made this a wonderful vacation for my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had a great stay at Melvins Retreat. The property, layout, and amenities were outstanding. This is the perfect spot for exploring Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and other attractions in the area. I would highly recommend this property and would definetly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

We stay at a lot of rental homes and this one was perfectly stocked, clean and beautiful. We all enjoyed Melvin and took a group photo with him before we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location

We stayed here for a week to explore YS. Beautiful location, well stocked and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation to Yellowstone

Property is clean and well kept with most amenities you would have at home. Host communicates extremely well and checks in to ensure home was accommodating. Not far from West Yellowstone. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NoOne 1.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellowstone Adventures

This place is awesome! I have stayed in several other rentals and this is by far the nicest place I have ever stayed. The house had plenty of room for the family to spread out and relax. The location was extremely quiet and peaceful. The house was extremely well cared for and exceptionally clean. The kitchen was well stocked with everything that we needed. If you are looking for a quiet place in nature, this is it. The road to the house is a dirt road but it is well maintained and easy to navigate. We will definitely stay there again if we go back that way.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall weekend

Beautiful property and plenty of room to be comfortable. We truly enjoyed our stay and would totally consider staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellowstone

Great place and great house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Retreat

We absolutely loved this property! It was beautiful inside and out, clean, and well stocked with everything you could need. We had tons of room for our mixed group of family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick stay. Great house.

We had a quick stay here but loved the home. We wish we could’ve stayed longer at this home. Communication with the manager was great and we had no problems at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location for visiting Yellowstone!

This property is amazing. Everything in the house was perfect. Not only was the house beautiful, it had all the amenities to have a great stay. It was very chilly in the mornings but we never felt cold because each room had a separate heater.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Yellowstone Base

We loved the property! Great place to rest in peace and quiet as we explored Yellowstone as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Yellowstone Retreat

We loved this house. It was a great location to Yellowstone. It was the perfect size, very roomy and spacious. It had everything you needed. It’s nice and new. The beds are very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellowstone yappers

The house was spectacular! Spacious for 7 adults. Fully equipped. Good location for Henry lake & West Yellowstone entrance. We would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New and nice!

Very clean and spacious. The outdoor fire pit was a nice addition for s'mores one night. This was a perfect house for a family gathering. Close to Yellowstone and had everything we needed to be comfortable and felt really nice for a cabin experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well maintained property, very clean and great scenic area

Cant ask for more
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get a way

We had 6 adults stay at the property. It was everything we hoped it would be. The house has all of the kitchen items we could have needed. We were able to have our own individual space. Loved the foosball table. We played it every night. The location to Yellowstone was perfect. We used the grill one night for dinner. We also saw some wildlife early in the morning right from the front door. Would highly recommend!! And would absolutely stay here again if came back to the area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bootjack Cabin

Our stay was wonderful! The cabin is absolutely beautiful, clean and very well stocked. We couldn’t ask for anything better and can’t wait to come back. The host was very responsive to everything. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nedd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

I was traveling with three family groups and this property was perfect! There are privacy options as well as great communal space. We never felt like we were on top of each other without a retreat. Finding a place can be challenging given personality types in my group that require extreme cleanliness and order, and Melvin's Retreat hit EVERY need and wish. Location was fabulous to visit Yellowstone. Communication was stellar. I have stayed at a local nice hotel when I have come solo to the area in the past, but would seriously consider paying the extra in the future for a couples getaway. It truly is one of those places. Debated slightly less expensive places for this trip, but glad I followed my gut to book this one!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Attention to details

Before even renting the property, Ty was impressively prompt answering questions I messaged. My family and I continued to be impressed by the property. We came to snowmobile in the area and the home worked very well. The public trailer parking lot just before the road to the home worked well for our very large enclosed trailer. The home itself was clean and smelled amazing when we arrived. The home itself is well built and arranged perfectly for a comfortable stay. The lock was easy to use. Thoughtful touches by the managing group or owner, I am not sure, went a long way. This included having all sizes of pots and pans of nice quality, instantpot, grittle, good blender, good quality blender, grill out back with extra propane tank. Extra garbage bags readily available and organized in a way that makes sense. Plenty of dish soap and dish washer soap. Detergent for laundry. Storage containers. Saran wrap. Salt and pepper, sugar, flour. Bathrooms had shampoo, conditioner and body soap. Plenty of towels and wash clothes. There were extra blankets to snuggle on the couch with. We love this house and the managers/owner made it easy to be there with simple thoughtful add ons in the house. The driveway angle is too tight for any trailer but again, the lot prior to the road in worked perfectly. It snowed every day and the road was plowed well. Even during our stay Ty was prompt with questions. All these things above are not standard in homes we’ve stayed in before. We had a blast snowmobiling in the back country around Island Park. The house was our oasis. Thank you! We will stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Loved the property! We brought our 2 sons and their wives, everyone had their own space. All amenities were thought of and supplied. The house was very organized and very clean. Beautiful home and very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Melvins retreat

Clean and just as expected. Good stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

The house was beautiful with plenty of space. We didn't spend much time there because we were going to Yellowstone each day. Everything that you need is there! Everything from pots pans, utensils, seasoning, laundry, towels, grill and Keurig coffee maker, games and all the comforts of your own home. It's located down a private road which is quiet and beautiful, with other similar house styles. If you are looking for something nestled in the country where you have your privacy, I'd definitely recommend it. Bonus was we saw a fox hunting right across the road the day we were leaving!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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