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The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone

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Exterior
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Visitors
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Place, Yellowstone River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Roosevelt Arch
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone

UPDATE: The north entrance road from Gardiner to Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park will open on October 15, 2022. Reservations are currently being taken for the Summer of 2023. Restrictions may apply to oversized vehicles.

Come enjoy our fully furnished unit with all the comforts of home. Includes fully equipped kitchen, dining room, living room with sofa sleeper, two bedrooms each with a queen bed, two full baths and laundry room. Each bedroom has wall mounted television. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants, gift shops and grocery store. Happy to accommodate special requests. Three-night minimum stay (unless opening in calendar is fewer nights). All guests welcome.

Family friendly 1,200 s.f. unit has a living room with propane fireplace. After a hard day touring you can relax in the recliner, sofa (w/sofa bed) or chair with ottoman. Kitchen is complete with full size appliances including side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with water/ice dispenser, flat cooktop and range, over the range microwave and dishwasher. Coffee maker, toaster and all dishware also included. Dining room table seats 6. There are two barstools at a small bar for additional seating. Master bedroom has queen sized bed and on suite bath with glass enclosed shower (hairdryers supplied). Second bath has tub/shower combo. Second bedroom has one queen bed. Private laundry room has oversize washer/dryer with iron and ironing board. All bedding and bath towels provided. Port-a-crib, highchair, swing and stroller available upon request. Please note the 1/2 wall around the basement stairwell. Children should be supervised as wild animals (deer, elk, bison) may be in the front yard. Back yard is beautifully landscaped and is completely fenced.

Guests are required to sign a contract prior to their stay and are responsible for all damages to the property.

Home offers two off-street parking spaces in driveway. Back patio is shaded by a large wooden pergola. Patio has a wooden glider, two chairs and small table, and bbq grill. Beautifully landscaped with mountain views.

My family is very social, however, we respect our guests privacy. We will be available 24/7 to care for any needs or special requests. We are always willing to be social and share information about the area.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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
NO parties allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Tenant will be responsible for any damages to the property.
Wildlife frequently roams down our street. Please supervise children when outdoors.
An additional $125 fee (or more) will be assessed for check-out cleaning procedures not being followed.

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
Note from host: NO parties allowed
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
Property Registration Number 311937

About the area

Gardiner

Located in Gardiner, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yellowstone Outpost Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parks' Fly Shop - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel Dining Room - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone?

As of 15 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone on 26 July 2026 start from NZ$639, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Yellow Cottage in Yellowstone located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gallatin National Forest, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone River and Yellowstone Outpost Mall are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Amazing!

We had an amazing stay! Location was great. House was clean and cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Clean & Comfy

This beautiful, clean and comfortable home-away-from-home served as a relaxing base for our daily treks exploring Yellowstone. Jolynn & Pat sincerely want their guests to have the best vacation experience possible. I'd highly recommend this property to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, very clean, had some problems with the chair but the host came over and fixed it right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Perfect Stay

The house is extremely clean and well stocked with everything you need. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms are very nice. The freshly baked “Welcome” brownies and elk visiting the yard every morning and every night are extra bonuses. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Yellowstone cottege

Close location to stores within walking distance. The property was very nice and comfortable, very clean and the area outside was well taken care of. Lovely back yard area ,very relaxing. We would definitely stay here againagain.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose R

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very unique among everything else in the town. It had everything we were looking for and then some. The host was extremely responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vacation

This home is absolutely beautiful and very comfortable! It is so close to the entrance of Yellowstone, which made our travel easier. JoLynn was easy to talk to and answered my questions. I highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Beautiful home.

The house had everything you could need. We were greeted with a pan of brownies fresh from the oven. The back deck we loved spending time on and the yard was beautiful. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Perfect Location for a YNP Trip

The cottage was clean and well kept inside and out. It was evident the time and effort JoLynn puts into maintaining the property. The snacks and sweet treat were a bonus to an already wonderful home. The cottage is minutes from the north entrance but on a quiet street away from the restaurants and bars. We look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destinee W.

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

Relaxing

We really enjoyed staying at this VRBO home. The host was friendly and helpful when we needed some help. The area had such a quick and easy access point to the park. The home was well furnished, clean, comfortable, and relaxing. Gardiner is a quaint and cute town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Great house and location

This house had everything we needed. We could even use the garage to secure my Harley instead of securing it each day in our trailer. Its located less a mile from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park. Highly recommend renting this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

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

Amazing Place to Stay!

JoLynn and Patrick offered the perfect home to return to and relax after a busy day at Yellowstone! We loved the cleanliness, location, and the back patio. The kitchen was well-stocked and I could tell this home is maintained with excellence. JoLynn is quick to respond and is so helpful with info about the area. I heartedly recommend staying here. It is one of the best we have had the pleasure to visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Yellow Cottage was very clean and in a great location to access the North Entrance to Yellowstone. Grocery store, restaurants, and shops all within walking distance. We saw elk, deer, and bunnies in the yard almost every morning and evening. Everything we needed was available. Jolynn quickly responded to all of our questions. We would highly recommend this house to anyone visiting Yellowstone and the Gardiner area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Home-Away-From-Home home-base for Yellowstone NP

This cottage was very clean and very comfortable. It was well-stocked and had everything we needed. Kitchen utensils, tools and pots/pans were all in great condition. We enjoyed seeing a a few elk in the yard during our stay. Communication with the property manager was fast and responsive. We absolutely loved Yellowstone and hope to be back one day!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Excellent accommodation - clean, comfortable, welcoming

Great location in Gardiner at the North entrance to the Park. This beautiful yellow cottage has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The owners have attended to every detail and nothing is missing. Everything works and it is convenient for Gardiner's general store, filling station, and many bars, pubs and grills. Try the Antler Pub and Grill across the road for atmosphere and reasonable prices. We stayed three nights and recommend this little gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

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

Awesome

This was the cleanest house we have ever rented and we walked in to a tray of brownies left by owner which made the house smell great. Perfect location for Yellowstone and elk in front yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope C.

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

Northern Yellowstone visit

This was by far the best vacation rental we have ever stayed in. JoLynn provides extra touches that make you feel like family. From the handwritten welcome note to the fresh baked brownies! Communication was excellent. House was exactly as the listing states. If we ever find ourselves in Gardiner again, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay in Gardiner! The cottage is cozy, well maintained, and very clean. The beds are comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet. Elk and deer are in the front yard most evenings. The Yellowstone entrance is only a couple minutes away.JoLynn is the best host ever. She's very thoughtful and responsive. When we arrived, we were greeted with a friendly welcome message, fresh brownies, and cool drinks. It was exactly what we needed after a long day of traveling, and it set the tone for a wonderful Yellowstone vacation. Thank you, JoLynn!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Best place in Gardiner!

Location is outstanding! Secluded enough, but you can walk to The Corral restaurant and the grocery store. The owners are extremely attentive and even baked brownies for our arrival, a lovely touch! Place was very clean, comfortable and had a great and private back patio. Elks and baby elk arrived in the back on multiple mornings and even ate grass 7ft outside the front door! The kids were amazed. Can’t imagine finding a better place in Gardiner! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wen M.

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

Beautiful Yellow Cottage

Excellent, warm and inviting host who left delicious brownies at checkin. The brownies were much needed after a long travel =). The cottage is very clean and the kitchen is well stocked. We saw elks in the back during our stay. The back patio has grill and patio furnitures excellent for a relaxing break, though we did not get to use (spent much of our time at the park). Excellent location when visiting Yellowstone and groceries and restaurants are within walking distance. Definitely will come back when we visit Yellowstone again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

loretta r.

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

fabulous

JoLynn was a fabulous host with a fabulous home, Everything you could imagine was provided for our stay. Close to town so we got to do our walks and so close to Yellowstone park. We will definitely book this home again if we go back there. It was like home away from home and clean, comfortable and all around perfect. Thank you JoLynn for making our visit to Yellowstone more wonderful than we could have imagined! Recommend highly to anyone visiting there. :):)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

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

Yellowstone yellow house

Beyond a doubt this is best overall experience we have had with rental properties in the last twenty years. The location was perfect for the park and fly fishing. We saw more elk and mule deer in our yard then in the park. The owners were great to work with. A perfect property that was stocked with everything we needed. There was a grocery store close to the house if you forgot anything. Will book this house again the next time we are in Yellowstone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MnMom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was cozy and very clean. The homemade brownies and notes of welcome were a great touch. Our family loved the backyard, especially the chance to pick raspberries! The cottage was perfect for our family and we enjoyed making our own meals, grilling and walking just up the block for groceries. The laundry was so nice too! Always nice to avoid the huge laundry pile when you return home. The hosts were very friendly and had great advice about the park. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Amazing beautiful home in quiet neighborhood

We absolutely loved this house. We have stayed at many VRBO in the past and this far surpasses any. From the fresh warm brownies when we walked in the front door , to special requests for picnic in the park chairs and a table lamp..things just magically appeared. Awesome hosts with the most! The furniture was luxurious, the back patio and gardens amazing. We did the Yellowstone hot spring on our hosts suggestion, best morning ever. Hot springs surrounded by mountains. Elk visiting us, momma deer and her twins in our yard and we could walk to town for dinner. If I could give this home 6 stars I would. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

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

Perfect vacation turns challenging

All praises for the Yellow Cottage and the hosts are true and accurate. There are absolutely no negative comments from us. We had the unique and historic experience of being in Gardiner when Yellowstone River flooded, and washed out roads in and out of Gardiner. We were scheduled to leave so being isolated brought some anxious thoughts. Thanks to JoLynn for constant communication and information about the situation. At all times we felt safe, and we were so comfortable in the house. Our hopes and prayers are that others can experience this ideal location in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by JoLynn

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I've been a resident of Gardiner since 1999. I love this beautiful small mountain town. I spent 15 years working for the Gallatin National Forest as the developed recreation coordinator. Currently, I manage two vacation rentals, and am the EMS Coordinator for our local fire & ambulance service. My husband's family has 7 generations that have resided in Gardiner. He currently manages the bison quarantine facility along highway 89. You will see these bison if you drive north from Gardiner 7 miles. We are happy to answer any questions you have about the area or if you are looking for a great place on the National Forest to get away from the hustle and bustle of Yellowstone. Please let us know how we can make your vacation experience a great one!

Why they chose this property

Built in 2009, this property is centrally located in Gardiner and is only blocks away from the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park.

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