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Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone.

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A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, wooden floor, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden cabin with a stone chimney, numbered 60, and a porch with a bench.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs. A microwave and oven are visible in the adjacent kitchen area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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West Yellowstone, MT
  • Place, Tweedy Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Park West Entrance
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Bed

1 King Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone.

This 3-bedroom, 2 bath cabin is located on a quiet street in the woods of Montana. A perfect home-base for that great western vacation, or on a beautiful quiet getaway. Ideally located for substantial OHV/off-road recreation and just 7 miles from the West Yellowstone Entrance.

Spend the morning exploring Yellowstone, the afternoon fishing or boating on Henry's Lake, or take a scenic drive through the surrounding forests and mountains. After a day of adventure, return home to the peaceful surroundings of your private retreat, just minutes from the heart of West Yellowstone.

Explore beyond Yellowstone

The options listed here are designed to help you make the most of your stay. Escape the crowds of West Yellowstone while still enjoying easy access to the incredible nature, outdoor adventures, and scenic beauty that make this area so special.

-Henry's Lake – Excellent trout fishing, boating, wildlife viewing, and stunning mountain scenery. 20 mins
-Henry's Lake OHV Trails – Access to scenic ATV/UTV and off-road routes through the surrounding mountains and forests. 20–25 mins
-Red Rock Pass – Scenic backcountry route along Henry's Lake and the Centennial Mountains, perfect for exploring by 4x4, ATV, or UTV. 30–35 mins
-Island Park OHV Trail System – Extensive network of ATV/UTV trails through the forests and mountains west of West Yellowstone. 25–35 mins
-Island Park, Idaho – Outdoor recreation, fishing, boating, hiking, ATV riding, and scenic mountain drives. 25 mins
-Centennial Mountains – Beautiful Mountain scenery, wildlife, hiking, fishing, and backcountry exploration. 30–40 mins
-Henry's Fork of the Snake River – Popular for fly fishing, wildlife viewing, and scenic river recreation. 35–45 mins

Explore Yellowstone

The West Entrance is the most conveniently located entrance to Yellowstone National Park from the property. Follow the scenic Madison River into the park and discover some of Yellowstone's most iconic landscapes, geothermal features, waterfalls, and wildlife-viewing areas. Some of the highlights accessible from the West Entrance include:

-Old Faithful & Upper Geyser Basin – Home to Yellowstone's most famous geyser and one of the world's largest concentrations of geysers and hot springs. 50–55 mins.
-Grand Prismatic Spring/Midway Geyser Basin – One of Yellowstone's most spectacular sights, known for its brilliant blue, green, yellow, and orange colors. 35–40 mins.
-Norris Geyser Basin – One of the park's hottest and most dynamic geothermal areas, with constantly changing features and dramatic landscapes. 55–65 mins.
-Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone – One of Yellowstone's most spectacular landscapes, featuring dramatic canyon walls, the Yellowstone River, and the impressive 308-foot Lower Falls. 1.5hrs

Highlights
-Quality bedding is provided for a comfortable night's sleep. Please note that the bedding contains feathers and is not hypoallergenic; alternative bedding is not available.
-Great backyard and patio area
-Drip pot coffee maker

Supplies for your stay
To help get your stay started, we provide:

-Salt & pepper
-2 rolls of paper towels
-3 rolls of toilet paper
-1 roll of kitchen trash bags
-Dishwasher pods
-1 pack of sanitizing wipes
-1 sponge
-Liquid dish soap
-Laundry detergent pods
-1 box of facial tissues per bathroom
-Body wash
-Shampoo
-Conditioner
-Hand soap in the bathroom

If you need anything extra during your stay, two grocery stores are located within a mile of the property, making it easy to pick up any additional essentials you may need.

House Policies
-No smoking
-No pets
-No outside fires
-Please keep exterior and screen doors closed, as wildlife is very active in the area

Service Animal Policy
This is a pet-free property. This includes emotional support animals. Only qualifying service animals are permitted. Under federal law, service animals are dogs individually trained to perform specific tasks for people with disabilities. Pets and other animals whose sole function is to provide comfort, companionship, or emotional support do not qualify as service animals and are not permitted.

Misrepresenting a pet as a service animal negatively impacts the quality of life and independence of people who rely on legitimate service animals. Under Montana law, it is illegal to fraudulently misrepresent a pet as a service animal.

Important Information
-This property is in a mountain community where wildlife, insects, bats, smoke, weather changes and other natural conditions may occur.
-Winter safety: Snow and ice may slide from the roof during winter conditions. Please use caution around the exterior of the home.
-Please note the fireplace is NON-OPERATIONAL
-Please review the photos, sleeping arrangements, amenities and property description carefully before booking to ensure the home meets your needs.

​​​​​​​Wi-Fi speeds cannot be guaranteed and may vary based on weather, usage, or service conditions in the area. Please keep in mind that West Yellowstone is a gateway community surrounded by protected wilderness. Infrastructure and development are intentionally limited in many areas to help preserve the natural environment and the character of the region.

Year-Round Outdoor Adventure

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Summer brings opportunities to explore Yellowstone, book guided tours, fly fish nearby rivers, hike scenic trails, mountain bike, kayak or paddleboard, and enjoy a refreshing swim.

Winter transforms the area into a snowy playground. Explore Yellowstone by snowmobile from the West Entrance, ride the scenic Two Top snowmobile trails, cross-country ski the nearby World-Renowned Rendezvous Ski Trails, or enjoy sledding, tubing, and snowshoeing.

Yellowstone National Park Operating Dates

The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park operates seasonally. The summer season typically runs from the 3rd Saturday in April through November 1st. The entrance closes for the fall shoulder season and typically reopens in mid-December for the winter oversnow travel season, which runs through mid-March. After the winter oversnow season ends, the West Entrance remains closed until the summer season begins in April.

Operating dates are subject to change based on park conditions. Please confirm current Yellowstone National Park operating dates before booking your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2573361vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

West Yellowstone

Located in West Yellowstone, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone Big Gun Fun and Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Map
West Yellowstone, MT

What's nearby

  • Tweedy Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 10 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Hebgen Lake - 12 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hanks Chop Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Buffalo Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wild West Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Firehole Bar-B-Que - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone.?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone. on 10 October 2026 start from NZ$1,179, 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 Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience the South Fork Cabin, a cozy 3-bedroom retreat just 6 minutes from Yellowstone. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Gallatin National Forest and Tweedy Lake. Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hands down the cleanest Vrbo rental I have ever had! It was the perfect size for our group. The beds and linens were clean and comfortable. The property was only 5 minutes from West Yellowstone. I would recommend this place to anyone visiting Yellowstone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our rental to be the cleanest Vrbo you’ve ever stayed in. It’s great to know that the space was a perfect fit for your group and that you enjoyed the comfortable beds and fresh linens. We’re also glad you appreciated our convenient location near West Yellowstone. Thank you for recommending our place to others visiting Yellowstone—it truly means a lot to us! We’d love to welcome you back for another stay in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, clean home

Clean house. So close to Yellowstone. They even have bear spray and coolers to borrow.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home. Very clean with comfortable beds and group spaces. Equipped with everything you'd need for a trip, including coolers and bear spray! Host very responsive with check-in survey, responding quickly to any concerns we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best spot outside the park, home away from home.

So nice to have separate rooms for the whole family. Everything was as advertised. The grill worked great. No issues with the cabin. Was concerned about no a/c but it was not a problem in late July, never even touched the thermostat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

July 5th - 12th 2026

Great place very convenient to West Yellowstone and park! Work very good for party of 5 adults. Everything was great and very comfortable for all! Only problem was internet and TV kept cutting out and spoiling, especially in afternoon and evening! Very difficult to use either. Outside areas need cleanup and matinee badly! Enjoyed our stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy & Clean

This place was wonderful! Very clean and we appreciated that the amenities were in tip-top shape. They even had a foam roller to roll out sore and tired legs from hiking all day. The beds were soft and comfortable, we all slept well. Love the way it was decorated too. It had plenty of room for us to all spread out and relax after a long day in Yellowstone. Also, it's not far from West Yellowstone about 5 min drive, which is perfect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental property met all our expectations and would stay there again and recommend to others
Overview of Mammoth Lodging area from plateau
Upper falls at Yellowstone Grand Canyon area
Lower falls at Yellowstone Grand Canyon from artist point
Bison (Buffalo) Hayden field
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2025
Thank you for your review! Your kind words mean a lot to our team! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space! Great Location! Great Property Management!

Great space! Great Location! Great Property Management!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank you for your review! We are always happy to hear back from our guests. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time here and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and easily accessible to park, and restaurants. Enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
Thank you for your review! We are always happy to hear back from our guests. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time here and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Rental

Enjoyed every aspect of this wonderful rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for reviewing your stay! We are glad you enjoyed your time here in Yellowstone country! Come back and stay again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very enjoyable stay

The property was as advertised. We enjoyed the comfortable accommodations and the location was perfect for the winter activities we came to enjoy. Would love to come back again and do some snowmobiling. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
Thank you for reviewing your stay! It is always great to know we helped our guests have a wonderful visit to our corner of the world. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay.

Everything was exactly as stated. It was cozy and made you feel at home. The location was great away from the main area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2024
Thank you for your review! Your kind words will mean a lot to our team! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The South Fork Cabin was clean, comfortable, and convenient. It had everything we needed, including bear spray and insect repellent. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was spacious. The master bathroom area was a bit awkward and small, but served its purpose.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2025
Thank you for reviewing your stay! It is always great to know we helped our guests have a wonderful visit to our corner of the world. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home base for our exploration of Yellowstone!

We loved our stay there! It was just like described and so convenient to get to the Yellowstone entrance, stores, and restaurants! Having the extra amenities likes coolers to use were appreciated as well. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
Hi Debbie, Thank you for taking time out of your day to write us a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here in West Yellowstone. We hope that you'll consider us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home!

This home is perfect for a trip to Yellowstone. It made the perfect home base for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Fork cabin perfect for our group of 6. Comfortable beds, bedrooms.Enjoyed being close to town and entrance to YNP. We grilled alot and had a nice time being together. Communication with property mgmt wonderful. Would definitely recommend. Thanks for a great few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2025
Thank you for your review! We are always happy to hear back from our guests. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time here and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and well appointed house

The house was perfect for 4 friends traveling together. It was well equipped which made cooking breakfast and dinner easy. Property manager/owner was prompt answering questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2025
Thank you for reviewing your stay! We are glad you enjoyed your time here in Yellowstone country! Come back and stay again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Yellowstone Trip

House was great! Very clean and only 5ish minutes outside of west Yellowstone which kept us out of the hustle and bustle while still being close for dinner and supplies when needed. We had an issue with WiFi and they were very responsive with getting it fixed quickly! Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful location of our home, just outside the hustle and bustle of West Yellowstone, and that it provided the perfect balance for your stay. We're also glad that our team was able to promptly address the WiFi issue and ensure you had a seamless experience. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin

Clean - mattresses good - well stocked - quiet neighborhood —all appliances,tv, lights worked Easy access to highway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our time here

No complaints at all. With only two of us there was more than enough room. That was good because we had so much stuff for skiing to organize and dry out before repacking our back packs. Bed and bedding was good in master suite. Kitchen was good. Bathrooms were good.Location is only a few minutes from town- very handy. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2025
Thank you for the amazing review! It will be so helpful to all our future guests. Our team is always happy to hear such great feedback. We look forward to hosting you again, and anyone you recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for Yellowstone

We enjoyed our stay at the property. It was very convenient to the West Yellowstone Entrance, fully stocked with all the little things you need when staying in a VRBO - laundry detergent, basic toiletries, spices, and even a cooler to use for those long days out exploring. We would definitely book this property again. My only caution would be, if you plan to work or need wifi, this may not be suitable. There is wifi, but it is very slow. That didn't bother us, since we were able to escape for a few days without the need for wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay! We are glad you enjoyed your time here in Yellowstone country! Come back and stay again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

We had a great stay at South Fork cabin. The house was perfect. There was plenty of room for four adults and the location worked qell. We were only 5 miles out of town so we were close to grocery stores, restaurants and the park. We got to do all that planned and even had the excitement of a little snow. When you're from Florida that can be a treat. The only issue we had was a water pressure problem, but management was finally able to get the plumber to fix it. We would certainly recommend South Fork to anyone looking to stay in the area. I had left a short list of some items we felt maybe usful to other visitors.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2024
Thank you for your feedback, we are always looking to improve our guests' experience!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thrilled with these accomodations.

The second we walked through the doors of these rental, we were blown away. The cabin was tastefully decorated and CLEAN. We couldn't believe we lucked out with such a great find. The rooms were large and the owners thought of everything. Each bathroom had sufficient bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, toilet paper, body wash, shampoo and conditioner. The towels all matched and were bright and clean. The kitchen was organized, well stocked with everything imaginable, and the interior of the cabinets were labeled for organization. By the way, the kitchen is large. There was a well lit laundry room with a folding table and plenty of laundry detergent and stain sticks. There were plenty of extra pillows and blankets, and the linens were clean and bright. Any time we needed to contact management, the response was immediate. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. If I were to return to this area, I would definitely stay her again, and I would highly recommend anyone to stay here.

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