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LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack

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River front home, fish right from the property!
The river side of the house
The Caddis Shack entry with plenty of parking
Great room, views of the river (seating replaced 2025, now brown)
New seating, July 2025

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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West Yellowstone, MT
  • Place, West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Park West Entrance
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Primary bedroom suite - lower level

1 Queen Bed

Loft bedroom - open to great room

2 Single Beds

Main floor bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Main floor bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Main floor Primary bedroom suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3 Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Primary room bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack

FALL 2026: ONLY 1 WEEK LEFT FOR THE YEAR. We have some limited check-in/check-out dates open for early September 2025 so please contact us for availability BEFORE requesting to book. During this time we will offer some 5-day stays when we are normally only Sat-Sat reservations. (This has to do with our housecleaners limited schedule during this period. We normally are not open during this time but are offering some limited bookings)

2027 CALENDAR: Montana is raising taxes on all vacation rentals 63%–87%, which means we’ll need to adjust our 2027 rates slightly. We’ll open our calendar once we have the final numbers — thank you for your understanding!


*LOCATED 25 MINUTES FROM WEST YELLOWSTONE
Map does show in town but we are actually outside of town on the Madison River. Yellowstone National Park and West Yellowstone are only 30 mi. away which is a short 25 min. drive.

FISH RIGHT FROM THE PROPERTY IN THE BEST WADE SECTION OF THE MADISON RIVER. OUR PROPERTY GOES TO THE WATER.

You will feel welcomed in our river front luxury log home! We built our custom home in 2014, it is 3800 sq. ft. which features 4 bedrooms (Incl. TWO MASTER SUITES), the 5th bedroom is a spacious loft, 3 full bathrooms and a game room with second living/bar area. Our home can sleep 10 people on 3 levels. The home sits on a one acre lot along the river and is just a short drive off the main road.

Home is furnished completely with locally made, custom Montana log and barn wood furniture. ALL BEDSPREADS, blankets and sheets, are professionally laundered after each guest! We are sure no other home in the area provides this service.

The great room overlooks the river and mountains with comfortable reclining sofas and chairs around a gas fireplace. The views are breathtaking! For the foodies, there is a fully-stocked chefs kitchen with large center island. Quality beds, pillows and linens are few things to make your stay very comfortable. Down by the river you will find a cozy fire pit with firewood and 10 Adirondack chairs for s'mores and stargazing. The deck has a Weber Genesis gas grill with tall bar table and a dining table and chairs. There are two sets of HE washers/dryers for convenience, all soaps and dryer sheets provided. We have taken great care to ensure you have all the comforts of home!

MAIN FLOOR: open kitchen, dining and great room, one master suite, two other guests bedrooms, a full bathroom and laundry area.
LARGE OPEN LOFT: has two twin beds with sitting area.
LOWER LEVEL/WALKOUT BASEMENT: second master suite and another living room/bar area with TV, space for all your fishing gear, rod and wader racks. Our concrete floors make it convenient for changing inside at night or when wet. Just off this room is a second set of laundry and a game room with foosball, ping pong, corn hole for outside, poker set and a large collection of board games.

There are many rivers and lakes nearby as well as Yellowstone, making this is the perfect home base to explore the area. Fish the Madison, Henry's Fork, Gallatin or rivers inside Yellowstone park. Hebgen Lake, Cliff and Wade lakes, Henry's Lake, Earthquake lake are all minutes away.

Enjoy the photos to get an idea of our home and area!

~Randy and Samantha

NOTES:

Saturday to Saturday only (occasionally we can offer exceptions, message us to inquire).
NO smoking and NO pets.
CHECK OUT is 9:30am
*7 hours is needed to properly clean
CHECK IN is 4:30 pm or later (please do not arrive early)
Included in the HOST FEE : Cleaning & trash removal $400, Laundry $150
Accidental Damage Insurance in the amount of $5000 coverage IS REQUIRED, please purchase during booking process, This is not the Trip/travel insurance. You can purchase through VRBO with Global Generali for $119 per stay and we must have a copy of the policy before your stay or we will cancel your reservation. We can purchase this policy for you via our website with Safely for $99, please let us know and I can add a one time fee to your booking upon request to cover that policy. If you select cash deposit, insurance will be added and a link for payment sent to you.

A single exterior security camera has been installed on the forward-most porch support post, positioned to face away from the residence toward the parking area. It is not located near the front door and does not monitor entry into the home.
The camera is exterior only, is used solely for safety and property protection, and is configured not to record audio. There are no cameras located inside the home, and guest privacy within the residence is fully respected.

We don't accept travel discounts, points or coupons from VRBO or other travel sites.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 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
NO smoking cigarettes, cigars, vaping, marijuana

Important information

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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 on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and Great Whirligig. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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West Yellowstone, MT

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone Park Zipline - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Yellowstone Town Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffalo Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hanks Chop Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wild West Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Yellowstone Beer Company - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack on 5 September 2026 start from NZ$1,974, 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 LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack located?

This family-friendly West Yellowstone cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Yellowstone Park Zipline, Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Gallatin National Forest and West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

darci t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend staying here! Beautiful location, beautiful home, the owners thought of everything to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home on the Madison River
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The guys really enjoyed the location and being able to fly fish out the back door. The fishing guides also fished very close to the house. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!! This house had everything you could possibly need on vacation. Super clean and very well stocked. The amount of detail the hosts put into this house was top notch. Check in and out was very easy. And the location was great, centrally located for all of our activities. Hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn L.

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

Perfect for a large family!!

Our family vacation was amazing and the house was perfect for our family. You have everything you need and more. The views are beautiful and the sound of the river is incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Gateway to adventure

Wonderful property, amenities, and location. We loved the proximity to Yellowstone and fly fishing in the Madison right in the backyard. Our kids are already planning their return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Best family vacation!

Sam and Randy continue to do a fantastic job with the Caddis Shack! The game room is a bonus and as always we had an awesome time. This is our second year and will come back again next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Amazing place

The caddis shack was a suprisingly spacious house right on the Madison river. The view of the sunset from the back porch was breath taking. Getting to Yellowstone was a breeze and every local I talked to seemed to have nothing but good things to say about the owners. I would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sallie B.

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

The Best Family Trip

We had the most amazing family trip! The house was perfect in every aspect. We loved the location on the river and the convenience to West Yellowstone and Yellowstone! The house was very clean and the most well stocked house we have every stayed in!! Samantha and Randy were very accommodating and helpful!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

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

The BEST

Great house with all details thought through. Good fishing with rear yard accessibility.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Beautiful house on Madison River

We had a great time staying at Caddis Shack. The house is awesome. Very clean and comfortable. The scenery is beautiful. Great kitchen. Fun playing ping pong and foosball
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adria B.

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

Best Week Ever!

Staying at the Caddis Shack was incredible. The property is beautiful and the house is perfect--all the touches of home and make sure you save time to utilize the game room as it led to hours of fun for us! We couldn't have asked for a better week and this property is one we feel very fortunate to have been able to book and stay at. Thank you Samantha and Randy for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin N.

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

Amazing Property

Excellent stay from start to finish!! Beautiful property. We enjoyed use of the game room, fire pit, grill, decks, etc. All the beds were super comfortable. Cabin is very clean and organized. The complimentary coolers were used everyday as we packed picnics for the park. This was hands down the best place!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at this property. The attention to detail throughout the home was top notch. Everything was incredibly well thought out and beautifully maintained. The kitchen was one of the best stocked we have ever experienced, with modern appliances and everything we needed to cook and enjoy meals as a family.From extra linens to helpful labels and thoughtful touches in every room, it is clear the hosts truly care about making the stay comfortable and seamless. The home had a welcoming feel from the moment we arrived and was spotless throughout.Communication was also fantastic—quick, clear, and helpful every step of the way. The hosts went above and beyond, answering all of our questions and even helping us plan parts of our vacation. We felt supported from booking through checkout.We would not hesitate to book again. This place really sets the standard for what a vacation rental should be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Great family stay

Our family had a great week at Caddis Shack. We all agreed this was the best vacation house we have stayed at. The hosts really set the experience apart by making you feel more like family than unknown guests. They thought of everything and the house is very well appointed. We spent our days visiting Yellowstone and evenings enjoying the river while we prepared dinners. Thank you Samantha for opening up your home to us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

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

Beautiful view!

Great choice for a beautiful view and an easy drive to Yellowstone with additional beautiful views along the way! The house was extremely clean. The extra little amenities from a basket FULL of snacks, GOOD toilet paper and Kleenex, extra toiletries in case you forgot something, kitchen essentials, plenty of trash bags, lots of good quality binoculars to use, bear and bug spray, coolers, laundry detergent, and little gifts for our two children absolutely blew us away! The owners were by far the most thoughtful hosts we have ever used and thought of every tiny little detail someone may need if they aren’t used to a decent drive to town (we are so this drive didn’t phase us at all!) There was plenty of quality polywood furniture to sit on on both the deck and basement patio. Mattresses and pillows were comfortable as well! Next time we are in the area there is no doubt we would rebook this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky E.

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

Family Time

Our family group of 9 spent a week at Chaddis Shack. Our sons ages 15 to 26 enjoyed fishing in the river. Our whole group visited, YNP, West Yellowstone, Tetons. We hiked Sheep Lake trail. We enjoyed the fire pit, big dinners and the game room. Perfect time to relax and reconnect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christina c.

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

Breathtaking

We had a blast, fished the Madison, went to Yellowstone, went horseback riding, shot fully automatic guns in West Yellowstone and enjoyed the house. We had 4 adults and 4 teens. There was something for everyone. The owner of the property was amazing and literally thought of everything. A trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Amazing

This was such an amazing property. The homeowners thought of everything. It was so well kept and clean. They provided so many things to help you feel right a home and enjoy your stay. They were great with communication before and during our stay. The river was so peaceful and calming. We would love to return to the property and we would recommend this property to anyone looking to enjoy a Yellowstone adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A little piece of Heaven!

This place was absolutely amazing! It was far enough away from Yellowstone to feel like you were secluded, but close enough to get to all the comforts of dining and shopping. Our family went here to relax and fish. We were surprised by how much more there was to experience. The stars were amazing! The kitchen was well-stocked for us foodies who love to cook. There were lakes close by that are a nice day trip, Cliff Lake and Wade Lake with turquoise water! And you don't have to go far to fish, right out the back door! We will never forget this amazing place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Amazing family vacation in a beautiful home!!

The Caddis Shack is a beautiful log home right on the Madison River. The owners have thought of every detail from binoculars and the Audubon Field Guide to Birds, to toddler plates and cups to the most comfortable beds. We barbqued and ate on the deck almost every night but we had a difficult time reading the books we brought because we kept staring at amazing view! Randy and Sam's suggestions for places to eat and river guides were spot on. Our son was fly fishing like a pro by the end of the trip (thanks to Madison River Outfitters and Rick Welle)! We didn't want to leave so We have already booked our trip for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D.

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

An amazing vacation with breathtaking scenery.

We had an amazing time here. Great location for fishing. My sons fished most of the week and caught a lot of trout. I'm somewhat of a germaphobe and can have a hard time relaxing at vacation homes, but I did not have that problem here. The house was very clean. We all enjoyed snacking of the basket of goodies that was left for us, especially after traveling all day. It was a sweet gesture. Randy and Samantha were easy to work with and were always quick to answer any questions we had. We look forward to coming back again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

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

Seriously? Seriously!

The owners of this property put in SO MUCH care and attention to this house and our experience there. So many details to make your stay a good one are done right. Not to overstate things, but ALL of the details! And it's exceptionally clean. It's clear they have stayed at many vacation rental properties and applied all of the things they saw and liked to their own property. If you are considering staying at this property, just pull the trigger. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Absolutely Great!

This was a top notch stay from beginning to end. The house was immaculate, comfortable and in a wonderful location right on the Madison River (35-40 minute drive to Yellowstone). What made this property particularly special was the many extras you don't expect in a rental property. We were welcomed with a personal note and a wonderful snack package. The house had just about everything you could want: coolers, bear spray, binoculars, pantry items like spices and baggies, coffee and filters, real soap bars in the bathrooms, just to name a few. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you need to cook-in nights. The owner was wonderfully responsive and even bought a chess set for the house when I asked if they had one. It's no wonder this property has received so many 5 star ratings- here's one more.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

Beautiful property!!!

My husband and I and our two Granddaughters, ages 13 & 14, spent a fablous week enjoying this beautiful home. The owners have thought about everything from any gadget you might need in the kitchen, the most comfortable beds I have experienced in any property we have stayed in, great washer and dryer and the TV's! The space was unbelievable......we didn't even use the loft or the lower level space and still had plenty of room. The deck over looking the Madison River was the place my husband and I loved to sit and just take in our surroundings. The sound of the river and sitting to watch the sun sets will forever be in our memories. Thanks to Kathy, the property manager for all of her assistance in making this a great experience for all of us. Also, Samatha, the owner, for her kindness in letting me know she found one of the Granddaughter's new Yellowstone shirt, and will be mailing it to me! It was a great experience from beginning to end!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Randy and Samantha Arbogast

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Randy and Samantha, owners of the Caddis Shack.

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to fish the Madison River since 2000. Over the years we have stayed in motels in West Yellowstone, brought our RV to West Yellowstone and rented homes along the river. We really wanted to have a home on the right water and offer it as a rental to others coming here. In 2012, we were able to buy this lot and finished building our custom log home in 2014. So much thought has gone into making this the best rental around. We used our experience as guests ourselves and provided what we felt all the others were missing. We want you to enjoy our home with family and friends, feel at peace listening to the river and taking in all Montana has to offer. It's the perfect getaway spot!!

What makes this property unique

Private fishing access from our waterfront home. Gorgeous Montana furnishings make our house feel like home. Close to the Park and many other local towns, rivers and lakes. The pictures don’t do it justice!

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