Cabin

Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Rustic cabin has large wrap-around deck
Rustic cabin on the lake
Cabin facing fire pit area
Picnic table by fire pit
Deck wraps around three sides of the cabin

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Island Park, ID
  • Place, Island Park Dam
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mack's Inn Playhouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Harriman State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
2 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage

Lakeside Cottage is located in the private, gated Bills Island community. It had a major remodel with new carpet in the living room and upstairs bedrooms in spring of 2017. A new master suite, large deck, and main bath have all been remodeled within the past 5 years including new washer and dryer and kitchen appliances. Our rustic cabin is very secluded being nestled in the trees off the waterfront. Two private docks (one for a boat and one for swimming) with close proximity to a boat loading area, make this a great place for boating, wake boarding, jet skiing, swimming, or fishing. A large retaining wall with two sets of steps to the lake adds a safety feature for young and old. The cabin offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and will sleep 12 guests comfortably. The main floor has the master bedroom with king size bed and en-suite bathroom with jetted tub/shower. A den with hide-a-bed is directly off the master. The other main floor bathroom has a tiled shower with two vanities. Bedroom #2 is upstairs with a queen size bed. Bedroom #3 has 2 queen size beds and 4 twin beds. An extra bed is available in the remodeled shed with electricity. We have a BBQ grill with propane provided and fire pit (bring your own wood). Several picnic tables offer great outdoor eating options. 3 patio sets with umbrellas help in feeding a crowd. This is the perfect place to vacation as it is within 45 minutes of Yellowstone Park. Other close attractions are Mesa Falls, Big Springs, Henry's Lake, Harriman State Park, and Quake Lake, to name a few.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property # 986742vb

About the area

Island Park

Located in Island Park, this cabin is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Harriman State Park and Henrys Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Island Park Golf Course.
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Island Park, ID

What's nearby

  • Island Park Dam - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mack's Inn Playhouse - 17 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Harriman State Park - 20 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Island Park Golf Course - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Big Springs - 28 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shotgun Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Trouthunter - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Lodge Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Pop Shop - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Life is Better at the Lake at Lakeside Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Caribou-Targhee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Island Park Dam and Mack's Inn Playhouse. Centennial Mountain Shores Park and Island Park Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ruth Ann Rose

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Our father and mother were both born in Idaho and returned after his residency to start a medical practice. Several years later after vacationing in a cabin in upper New York state, they began looking for the perfect place in Idaho to vacation.

Why they chose this property

Our family has owned this property for over 50 years. Originally purchased by our parents when the cabin was only two years old, we have spent many summer days fishing, water skiing, and jet skiing. As we have gotten older, our children and grandchildren have taken up the fun activities as we snap photos and enjoy the company.

What makes this property unique

Mother fell in love with the lot. So many trees provided privacy from both the road and the lake. A deck was built and enjoyed for our parents' 45 wedding anniversary. One recent addition included tearing down that deck and replacing it with a beautiful large deck with railing looking out over the lot and lake. Over the years the cabin has been remodeled inside to handle our growing family.

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English