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Gateway To Yellowstone Park And Outdoor Adventure. FREE internet and cleaning.

Cabin in Island Park with kitchen and patio

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Living Room
Entertainment Center and Linen Closet, 1st floor
Kitchen with (new in 2022) Microwave and Induction Range with Oven/Air Fryer
Bathroom of Kitchen
Bathroom of kitchen, shower

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Island Park, ID
  • Place, Mack's Inn Playhouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Island Park Dam
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Springs
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Anglers bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Cowgirl and Cowboy bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Cub's Den bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Moose bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gateway To Yellowstone Park And Outdoor Adventure. FREE internet and cleaning.

Escape to the Cozy Cabin, a charming retreat nestled on over half an acre of treed land, offering ample parking for your cars, trailers, ATVs, and snowmobiles. Step inside through the spacious mudroom, where you can shed your adventure gear and utilize the full-size washer and dryer.

The well-appointed kitchen, featuring a new microwave and induction range with oven/air fryer combo (updated for the 2022 season), flows into the open living and dining area. Unwind on the plush sofa, wrapped in a cozy blanket, as you enjoy the warmth of the fireplace or watch a movie.

The Cozy Cabin comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests across four bedrooms, each equipped with its own heater for personalized comfort. Two bedrooms are conveniently located off the living room, while two more await upstairs. Fresh linens adorn the beds, with spares available in the first-floor linen closet. One upstairs bedroom opens onto a large covered porch with a table and benches, perfect for enjoying the serene surroundings. The other, dubbed the "Cub's Den," delights kids with two bunk beds, a TV, and a DVD player—granting you some well-deserved peace and quiet. A fold-out bed in the living room sofa provides additional sleeping space.

Stay connected with complimentary high-speed internet (100+ Mbps). Two bathrooms, one fully remodeled for the 2021 season, offer showers, toilets, and sinks, stocked with fresh towels—extras are available in the linen closet. The fully equipped kitchen includes cooking essentials and select spices, while a propane BBQ grill awaits outside. Gather around the fire pit, encircled by trees and log benches, for memorable evenings under the stars (just bring your own firewood and food).

Adventure beckons beyond the doorstep. The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is a scenic 30-minute drive away. Ride ATVs or snowmobiles directly from the driveway, embarking on journeys of any length—even over Two Top Mountain to West Yellowstone, Montana. Fishing, boating, kayaking, and canoeing are just minutes away, with several restaurants and a grocery store in town for convenience or a night of "Eating Out"—our favorite recipe!

Explore boundless outdoor pursuits, all within a short drive from the Cozy Cabin, your perfect home base for an unforgettable getaway. Check out our YouTube channel for a closer look: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ED0-3WhM3dRMTITiVD3RA

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash, dry and fold all towels that were used. Strip beds that were used, place linens by washer and start first load.
If you have more than two garbage bags, please take them to the landfill. Last road on the right before Hwy 20, The landfill closes at 4:30PM and is closed on Sunday and Monday.
Wash all used dishes and silverware, put them up in cabinets and drawers.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If Guest has more than the 2 provided garbage bags(in kitchen garbage cans) of trash, guest will have to dispose of any excess bag(s) at the landfill.
Guest needs to separate glass from other garbage and place glass into provided white container (labeled Glass) in mudroom.

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Island Park

Located in Island Park, this cabin is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mack's Inn Playhouse, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Harriman State Park and Henrys Lake State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Island Park, ID

What's nearby

  • Mack's Inn Playhouse - 8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Island Park Dam - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Harriman State Park - 18 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Big Springs - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Centennial Mountain Shores Park - 19 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shotgun Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sabor - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Lodge Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Connies - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gateway To Yellowstone Park And Outdoor Adventure. FREE internet and cleaning. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gateway To Yellowstone Park And Outdoor Adventure. FREE internet and cleaning.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gateway To Yellowstone Park And Outdoor Adventure. FREE internet and cleaning.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gateway To Yellowstone Park And Outdoor Adventure. FREE internet and cleaning. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Caribou-Targhee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Island Park Dam and Mack's Inn Playhouse. Centennial Mountain Shores Park and Island Park Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin is an accurate description. Good location for visiting Yellowstone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Very nice place

Great place with everything you need for a long or short stay. Saw a couple moose outside.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan P.

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

Family Getaway

Great stay at this property. Unit was clean and comfortable. Communication was good and host reached out to welcome us. No complaints in this review.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

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

Great Stay Close to Yellowstone

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was well-supplied with everything we needed. We were a group of 4 adults and 5 kids aged 6-15. Everything was clean and well-taken care of. We liked that there was a nice outdoor space and fire pit to enjoy as well. Our only minor complaint was that the mattresses could stand to be replaced. We had a great time at Yellowstone and coming back to a cozy cabin at the end of each day was lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Amazing Place

This was a great place that fit our vacation weekend very well. We had 6 people total and it was very spacious. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip with my daughter to tour the area and get in a little fishing. The Cozy Cabin was perfect for the two of us but could certainly accommodate a lot more people. Everything was really nice. The only two "dings" I would give were:a) It would be very helpful to have a shelf in the bathrooms to store shaving kit or other toiletries. b) There should be some instructions provided for powering on the TV. The little button on the extension cable was not obvious at first.The host was very pleasant and accommodating. We would definitely stay the next time in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Del K.

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

Great home

Super lodging, fully equipped. Only wish closer to Yellowstone entrance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SRIRAM S.

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

Close to Yellowstone

Nice clean place with a theme
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Viney G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this property was disappointing and did not match the expectations set by the listing. While the rental advertised complimentary cleaning, we were asked to thoroughly clean the cabin before departure, and we were also charged for damages that did not occur.The cabin itself is outdated, with uncomfortable and unclean bedding and mattresses. The mudroom lock was broken, requiring us to use less convenient entrances. Additionally, access to the property was difficult due to poor road conditions and multiple detours.Overall, the experience was unsatisfactory, and I would recommend considering alternative accommodations such as a hotel or another short-term rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dileep S.

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

Quiet place

This place was in a quiet neighbourhood even those there were houses around. The house had almost eveything needed to enjoy the holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

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

Cozy Cabin

We had a very pleasant stay at the Cozy Cabin. The property is well maintained and everything was as advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

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

Great Property for the Price!

Great hosts, house was perfect for our party of 10. The kitchen was spacious, plenty of room to sit, restrooms were nice. Outdoor space was beautiful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Franco F.

Great experience, nice cabin in the forest

The cabin was almost perfect: large, clean, well equipped, 30 min from west entrance of yellowstone nat.park, nice surroundings. To be 100% perfect you miss only one thing: wifi. Tip:better to buy food and other goods in west yellowstone
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Gary H.

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

Idaho Fun

Property well located for visiting Yellowstone (our primary purpose) and fishing. House was clean except for trash from previous renters that was not removed. Also grill was dirty. House is furnished well and is close to a good market, that except for early in the week was very well stocked. It is a comfortable cabin and I would definitely stay there again. Additionally, the owners were great to work and communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A.

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

Wonderful!

This property was a hidden jewel! We decided last minute to take a trip to Yellowstone and weren’t sure what properties might still be available, but it turned out wonderfully. Tucked away in a quiet forested area, the cabin is spacious, comfortable, and well stocked. It had a fun rustic theme throughout. There was more than enough room for our family of seven to spread out and relax. We could have stayed and played here the whole time. As it was, we went to Yellowstone every day and the drive was nice (pretty typical for Island Park area-we just plan to drive into the park and around the park etc and plan accordingly). We would stay here again in a heartbeat. The only bump we encountered was that one of the bathroom doors didn’t lock, but that was a minor concern and we just knocked first. Thanks again for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Kate W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellowstone vacation 2024

We stayed at this home for our trip to Yellowstone in August 2024. The home was reasonably priced and 30 mins from the town of West Yellowstone. We found the description of the home to be accurate, however there are a few things that bear mentioning. The home was clean and the one issue we had with cleanliness of a carpet in an upstairs room was handled by the owner. The problem is that the furniture is older and the couches definitely show signs of wear and use. Because the home has no air conditioning, it smelled musty when we entered. I definitely feel the couches should be cleaned. The home has no dishwasher - a fact that I overlooked when booking. This is not necessarily a problem except that renters are dependent on how clean the previous renter was. We found "sticky" mugs and dishes and the cutlery was not as clean as I would like. A dishwasher would be a welcome improvement to ensure cleanliness of kitchen items.The final issue we had was that the owner only allows two bags of trash per check-out. Other trash has to be dealt with by the renter. The owner does include clear instructions as to where to take the trash but it just felt cheap. We were traveling with an infant and a toddler and diapers alone filled two trash bags!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was exactly as described, clean, spacious, and had everything we need and then some. Host was quick to answer any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Okay for an older property. No dishwasher. Bathroom small but adequate. Plenty of towels and kitchen items.
Kitchen
Den
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just amazing! The Cozy Cabin lived up to its name and all expectations...made our vacation extremely enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

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

Cozy cottage

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Luis O.

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

Coming back to Yellowstone.

The house is very nice, though it is a bit far from the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Yellowstone visit

Property as described. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickey P.

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

Fantastic!!!

It is just a wonderful cabin, very close to Yellowstone, full grocery store, restaurants and gas station nearby, all things needed for a great stay in the cabin, I would recommend and rent again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

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

Cabin in the Woods

Beautiful cabin and location in the woods! 25-30 minutes to Yellowstone's West entrance so very convenient. Kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed plus some! Saw 2 moose one evening right outside in the driveway around 6:00 pm. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John P.

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

Not fancy

Comfortable beds
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jamie & Mike Schiltknecht

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We are a family of three, live in rural Montana and enjoy outdoor activities all year long. Unfortunately we have full time jobs and don't get to enjoy our Cabin as much as we would like.

Why they chose this property

The Cozy Cabin is located on a short dead end street that is not on the main highway, but not far from it, there is hardly any traffic and it feels like you're away from it all. But you're still close to it all. As snowmobilers it allows us to access trails right from the cabin, we don't have to load up and trailer out, we just get on the snowmobile right here and go up or down the road to access trails and enjoy the best Snowmobiling with hundreds of miles of trails. We like to go ice fishing and do full moon snowshoe walks. We usually spent time here in the winter when we can get away.

What makes this property unique

Nicely decorated cabin with each bedroom decorated unique. This is not a commercial unit, this is our Cozy Cabin and it will make you feel like your are at the "Cozy Cabin". And with 3 decks around the cabin, each with a table, and a fire pit in the front yard, you can choose a different place for dinner every day. The cabin is located on a dead end road and has hardly any traffic at all. So no noise, and kid's can play outdoors. We have free high speed internet 100+Mbps available for you. Also we do not charge a cleaning fee! And we only ask you to remove garbage in excess of 2 bags. Most other rentals will charge a fee and ask you to remove garbage from the property. The State of Idaho requires VRBO to collect the applicable sales and lodging taxes. Also we are registered with the County and comply with all requirements for transient rental and pass the required inspections every other year without any issues. Watch our videos on YouTube(copy and paste link): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ED0-3WhM3dRMTITiVD3RA

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