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Peaceful Log Home near Yellowstone

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Front of house from driveway
Upstairs porch
Front of house from arch
View from front of house towards the highway
Living room (upstairs)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cody, WY
  • Buffalo Bill State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Buffalo Bill Dam
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Buffalo Bill Center of the West
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Cody, WY (COD-Yellowstone Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom downstairs

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs ensuite bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Log Home near Yellowstone

The perfect place to relax, this immaculate, older log ranchhouse offers stunning views and a quiet location. Enjoy a spacious living room and eating area, full kitchen, master bedroom with a small en-suite bath with shower stall, two additional bedrooms, and a
second full bath on the upper level of the home. The lower level of the house (ground floor) has a comfortable living space, three bedrooms, one full bath, a half bath, and a laundry with washer and dryer. An attached single car garage is available for guests' use.

Our peaceful log home is located halfway between Cody and the East Gate of Yellowstone National Park. The home is easily accessed from US Hwy 14-16-20, a route which Teddy Roosevelt once called the “most scenic 52 miles in America”. With its beautiful views from the upstairs porch and a rustic, rural location that feels like an old western movie set, this is the perfect place to relax and unplug.

Horseback riding, hiking, and fishing are all near by. Cody, home to the world-famous Center of the West with its five separate museums, also has art galleries, river rafting, grocery stores, and great shopping and restaurants. There are also several restaurants and a small convenience store within five miles.

One additional home as well as a small cabin and a large multi-purpose lodge are also located on the ranch making it a perfect spot for larger groups and family reunions; however, the buildings are set apart so that each also has its own privacy. Please contact us for more information on renting multiple buildings on this property.

Our home is on the other side of the large property. We are around the property most days and are always available to meet and help our guests. We enjoy visiting and getting to know our guests and are glad to offer suggestions and advice regarding the area.

Because this home is located in a rural setting, guests should be aware that cell phone service is somewhat limited. Internet (including Wi-Fi) is available in the house; however, guests should be aware that this is satellite-based Internet and speeds are quite slow. Additionally, data usage is capped making the service unsuitable for heavy download usage. We request that our guests refrain from video streaming and gaming. A television with a DVD player is provided in the downstairs living area, but there is no cable service available.

There is no central AC in the house, but there is a window unit in the kitchen and multiple fans available for guests’ use.

Because it is difficult to remove strong odors from logs, cooking of strong-smelling foods, including curries and deep-fried items, is not permitted. Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the ranch.

Property manager

Yvonne Kappelmann

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cody

Located in Cody, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shoshone National Forest and Buffalo Bill State Park, while Cody Cattle Company and Old Trail Town are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cody, WY

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Bill State Park - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Buffalo Bill Dam - 15 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Buffalo Bill Cody Stampede Arena - 20 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Old Trail Town - 21 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Buffalo Bill Center of the West - 26 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Cody, WY (COD-Yellowstone Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yellowstone Valley Inn Breakfast Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Cutthroat Guest Ranch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Ranch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wagler Meats & Sausage - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Log Home near Yellowstone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Log Home near Yellowstone?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Log Home near Yellowstone?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Log Home near Yellowstone located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Shoshone National Forest and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Buffalo Bill State Park. Buffalo Bill Dam and Buffalo Bill Cody Stampede Arena are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trisha J.

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

Excellent Stay

This home is exactly as described. Plenty of room for everyone and beautiful views. The hosts are very pleasant and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

A great place to relax but also enjoy the outdoors

The house was plenty big for the 8 people in my family. We had plenty of room to spread out and have space. We absolutely enjoyed walking the property with it’s breathtaking views. Yvonne and Doug were so kind and very prompt to respond to all of my questions. Doug was very helpful with giving us advise about the area and the fun things we could do. We were able to celebrate my daughters 13th birthday. There were cute decorations and a cake waiting for her when we arrived. The surprise made her day! Thank you Yvonne and Doug!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Great place for multiple families

We enjoyed the ranch house so much with 6 kids and 6 adults. There was plenty of room for us to space out and not feel crowded. It was the perfect little getaway home and provided us with everything we needed while visiting Yellowstone and the Tetons.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Leah G.

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

Should have booked elsewhere...

While the description on VRBO is technically accurate, I wonder if the reviewers actually stayed in the same house we did. I left 3 pages of hand written (9 different items) issues that we experienced while staying at this property for 7 days & 6 nights, July 2023, at the property when we checked out, for the owner. While the property was adequate for our stay, it was definitely NOT what we expected for the money we paid.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Family Trip

The property was even better in reality than the listing showed! The configuration of bedrooms was perfect for our four couples, our 20-year old son and two young great nephews. The views are amazing and Doug and Yvonne were very accommodating and responsive to any needs and questions we had. You won’t be disappointed!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fritz H.

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

Amazing

The peaceful log home, Ranch House, near Yellowstone was everything we imagined. It is very spacious. The place was immaculately clean and the views were amazing. The property manager communicated with us frequently and was available to answer any questions. We would recommend this property to anyone who enjoys a beautiful area with peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

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

Great experience

Doug and Yvonne were both wonderful. Doug stopped by multiple times to check in. Location is perfect to experience Cody and Yellowstone easily. Spacious house in a beautiful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

phil h.

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

Excellent stay in Wapiti Wyoming

Very nice property and location Beautiful views and nice hiking trails. Close to Cody and Yellowstone
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy T.

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

Even better than the pictures!

This ranch house far exceeded our expectations. The pictures do not do this property and it’s views justice. It was absolutely breathtaking and had more than enough room for our family of 8 (4 adult couples). It is the perfect location between Yellowstone and Cody while still being secluded which is exactly what we wanted. Yvonne and Doug are awesome hosts with great advice and recommendations to make the most of your stay. We would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie G., Frederick

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

Fantastic peaceful location close to Yellowstone

Our hosts made us feel like this was our home. They met with us to outline where we could go on the property and also suggested places to go. We found this was a great place to stay so we could get an early start on going into Yellowstone. There was plenty of room ---- and so very peaceful. It was great to be able to sit on the deck to have coffee and watch the sun come over the mountains. Doug and Yvonne made it known that they were just minutes away in case we needed anything. They deserve special thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

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

Cody/ Yellowstone

We came to Cody for a week to visit Yellowstone and check out Cody. We had a great time. The property is located on a good location to make both Yellowstone and Cody reasonable drives. The property has a nice setting and great views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernie J., Terre Haute, Indiana

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

Loved our time

The Ranch house was very comfortably appointed with everything we needed for our stay. Doug and Yvonne were very easy to work with and exceptionally friendly. Doug was around every day if we had any questions (which we did not because all was great!). Loved the view from the front porch! Would recommend this home to anyone traveling to the Cody/Yellowstone area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren K., San Anselmo

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

Family vacation

Great spot for the family to gather and use as a home base for Yellowstone area adventures!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Perfect Yellowstone and Cody vacation!!

By far the most beautiful property I’ve stayed on! The house was roomy with 5 bedrooms and a wonderful porch/deck that overlooked the gorgeous foothills! Hiked right on the property. Went to Yellowstone twice. We enjoyed Cody- only 30 minutes drive! The Keppelmans are fabulous hosts. Highest star ratings!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan J.

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

We loved our stay!

Checkin was easy and so was check out. They made adjustments for us and were very helpful and understanding. Their cabins were clean. Very polite hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Great Space

Located close to Cody and Yellowstone. Beautiful space away from being to close to anyone. Stairs are little iffy on the porch especially for my elderly father. Kitchen is located upstairs the inside stairs are a bit better. Plenty of space and amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Therese F.

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

Wapiti Valley Ranch

Doug and Yvonne are a giving, generous, and thoughtful couple. Excellent communication and very helpful. The house was beautiful and immaculately clean. We were blessed to have found this place. We highly recommend Wapiti Valley Ranch. It is centrally located with stunning views in every direction! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Perfect house and location

The house was perfect for 2 families with a total of 7 children. It was clean and in a great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

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

Beautiful calm setting

We really enjoyed our stay and were very comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Slice of Heaven

This is a wonderful place to relax with your family and be within driving distance of Yellowstone (30-40 mins) and Cody (20 mins). The owners are top notch and were available if we needed anything. The incredible "360 degree view" of Wapiti Valley never got old.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lois D.

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

Great vacation spot

Yvonne & Doug were awesome! What a fantastic property and hosts. We had 6 in our group and the house and property more than exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

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

Great hosts, location, facilities and time!

Great location between town and Yellowstone, great view from the front porch, and very, very nice hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Very attentive

Hosts were extremely attentive and very kind. House was exactly as pictured!!! Wires were crossed at our stay but host was very quick to resolve issues that were to no fault of their own!! Complete misunderstanding on my part! Beautiful property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi S.

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

Gateway to Yellowstone

Beautiful setting halfway between Cody and east gate to Yellowstone. The property was clean and accommodating. Our hosts were easy to communicate with and very helpful. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Joe S.

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

Pretty View - Nice Owners

We enjoyed our stay. The property was a bit dated with low quality beds, but it was clean and the owners were nice. Very pretty views. It is about 30 miles to the Yellowstone east entrance, and the east entrance is about 30 miles from the actual grand loop in Yellowstone so it was a bit farther away than we had hoped to get into the heart of Yellowstone. Not a lot of restaurant or no real grocery options nearby (Cody is about 25 miles away). The one restaurant we found and liked is the Yellowstone Cutthroat Guest Ranch only a couple miles away but hard to find (no real signage). Steak was terrible but everything else was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Yvonne Kappelmann

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Summers in Wyoming and winters in Texas, we have enjoyed our beautiful Wyoming home for 28 years. We are happy to share our knowledge of the area with our guests and welcome them to our "unplugged" Wyoming life live in the beauty of God's wondrous creation. We love traveling, the arts, organic gardening, and family time together.

Languages:

English