Cowan Cabin | Sleeps 8 | 40 min to Yellowstone - Fremont County

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Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Island Park, Idaho

Mack's Inn Playhouse

18 min drive

Island Park Dam

21 min drive

Harriman State Park

24 min drive

West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)

48 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Cowan Cabin | Sleeps 8 | 40 min to Yellowstone

Summary:
Perfect log cabin , walk to the river, wifi, gas grill, firepit, canoe. It sleeps eight with three bedrooms and a loft. You can park a truck with an atv/sled trailer in the driveway. This cabin is 40 minutes away from Yellowstone. After a fun day, come back and relax in this cabin in the woods. Enjoy nature, unplug from your life. But, of course, we do have fast wifi and streaming tv for guests who want to stay connected.

The Space:
Perfect log cabin , walk to the river, wifi, gas grill, firepit, canoe. It sleeps six with three bedrooms and loft. You can park two trucks and atv/sled trailers in the driveway. This cabin is 40 minutes away from Yellowstone. After a fun day, come back and relax in this cabin in the woods. Enjoy nature, unplug from your life. But, of course, we do have fast wifi and streaming tv for guests who want to stay connected. NO A/C, NO CAMPERS.

The space

Sleeps eight, easy to find using GPS, far enough off Highway 20 for privacy, but close enough for easy access. Guests have use of a canoe. Walking distance to the inlet to Island Park Resevoir. The driveway can handle two trucks and trailers depending on size of the truck and trailer. Extra trailer parking available in the Meadow Creek lot on the way to the property from highway 20. Lakeside lodge is a snowmobile short trip across the reservoir, play in powdery fields or head for the mountains right from the cabin. Enjoy winter trail access for cross country skiing or snowmobiling right from the neighborhood. Extra parking for trailers is available in the parking lot at the entrance to Stamp Meadows Rd on your way to the property from Highway 20.

Other things to note

Lakeside lodge is a short trip by snowmobile across the reservoir, and you can play in powdery fields or head for the mountains right from the cabin.

The Neighborhood:
Boat launch access in the neighborhood. The water is an easy walk from the cabin. During the winter you can take off on your snowmobiles right from the cabin. Lakeside lodge is a snowmobile short trip across the reservoir, play in powdery fields or head for the mountains right from the cabin.

Other Things to Note:
Dogs acceptable upon manager's prior approvaland pet fee.

Interaction with Guests:
Manager available by phone, text, or email.

Property manager

Andrew Zehrung

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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Kitchen

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pet fee applies

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Island Park

Island Park is home to this cabin. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mack's Inn Playhouse, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caribou-Targhee National Forest and Henrys Lake State Park.

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Island Park, Idaho

What's nearby

Mack's Inn Playhouse - 18 min drive
Island Park Dam - 21 min drive
Harriman State Park - 24 min drive
Big Springs - 33 min drive
Henrys Lake - 43 min drive

Getting around

West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lakeside Lodge - ‬21 min drive
‪Lakeside Lodge Bar - ‬21 min drive
‪Pond's Lodge - ‬17 min drive
‪Lakeside Lodge Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
‪Boondocks Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cowan Cabin | Sleeps 8 | 40 min to Yellowstone pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cowan Cabin | Sleeps 8 | 40 min to Yellowstone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cowan Cabin | Sleeps 8 | 40 min to Yellowstone?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cowan Cabin | Sleeps 8 | 40 min to Yellowstone located?

Situated in Island Park, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Caribou-Targhee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Island Park Dam and Mack's Inn Playhouse. Harriman State Park and Big Springs are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

22 July 2024

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

Great cabin close to the lake

This was exactly as described and was only about 3 forest blocks from the lake. It was clean and had everything needed for cooking. It even has separate towels to use for the hot tub.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

13 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful cabin and location

We loved our stay here. The cabin is beautiful and located in the woods, close to the Island Park reservoir. It is surrounded by ATV, mountain bike, and snowmobile trails. The cabin was very clean, and very fresh, and had all of the amenities that you would need. I would definitely return here.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

3 Aug 2023

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

Great Cabin!

Great cabin we were not able to find easy access to the river or hiking trails near by. We were able to walk around the neighborhood which was very quiet and peaceful. Hot tub worked great and was serviced several times we were there to keep it clean! Horseback riding and ATV options are close by. I would stay in this location again!

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

1 Mar 2023

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

Feb 2023

Beautiful, peaceful forest setting. Was the ideal place for our annual snowmobile trip. Very spacious and roomy cabin, comfortable beds, bbq and hot tub make for an enjoyable stay. Roads in the subdivision were plowed every time it snowed. No fear of being stuck. Andrew our property manager was just outstanding! Super friendly and anytime we had a question for him he would respond within five minutes. When we told him the propane ran out for the barbecue he was very apologetic and was there immediately with a new tank. Truly outstanding service and would highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

7 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful Stay with plenty of room

Everything was great and as expected. My only suggestion, and I understand this is a difficult thing to do in the winter with all the snow and being remote, is that the hot tub didn't seem very clean and after the first day of sitting in it, none of us wanted to get back in it. Otherwise, no complaints at all.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

14 July 2022

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

Cute Cabin

Beautiful place not far from Yellowstone. It was very peaceful, too.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

1 Mar 2022

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

Would highly recommend

The cabin was perfect for a long weekend getaway. We look forward to one day returning for another visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

28 Nov 2021

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay at this cute cabin. It was the perfect size for our family. Our property manager was excellent and was willing to help with anything needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Jan R.

12 Oct 2021

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Below average property and neighborhood

The property is worn and the previous guests' dishes were in the dishwasher (dirty). The location is described as 'in the woods' and, while there are trees, the reality is there are many structures within sight and very close by. The 'walk to the river' is a reservoir in need of water.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

5 Sept 2021

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

Cute cabin!

It was a really nice cabin and location. We enjoyed our stay. The only thing we noticed was the jets in the hot tub didn’t seem to be working. Other than that it was perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jami B.

6 Aug 2021

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

Short summer vacation!

We enjoyed our stay at your location very much. Outdoor grill was really nice and enough beds to fit our needs. Clean and exactly what we needed for our family! Only thing I would say is it seemed that the jets in hot tub were not working as strong as they should be. Other then that things were great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

6 Aug 2021

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

Lovely family get-away

We enjoyed our stay in your cabin. It was a bit of a drive to explore Yellowstone but everything was as described in the unit. Thanks for sharing your space with us!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff I.

6 July 2021

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

Great place to stay, good location.

Rental process easy, nice cabin and good location, fit my family needs great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

18 June 2021

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

Nice house

Great property

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivian M., Bham Usa

17 June 2021

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

Cowan Cabin 3883 G

The cabin was very nice and comfortable on the inside. We thought the cabin would be surrounded by woods, but there were lots of cabins and activity on all sides of the cabin. The only problem we had was the cabin was not ready at check in time. We were allowed to put our luggage inside while they cleaned. The cleaning crew did a great job of cleaning the cabin top to bottom. It was a mess when we first saw it , but the cleaning crew worked magic. We were given a credit for late check in which was appreciated. Be sure to read the Cowan Cabin journal on coffee table because it has instructions and wonderful tips for your stay

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitch B.

15 June 2021

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

Such a perfect space!

We loved our stay at the cabin. The distance and ease of travel to and from the west Yellowstone entrance was fantastic. The cabin had more than enough room for our group and the hot tub was fantastic! The location is close to several convenience stores and very easy to find. We travelled to Jackson twice while visiting as well and the drive was beautiful. We would absolutely book here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

26 May 2021

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

Perfect With Space For All

Loved staying at this quiet, tucked away cabin for our first Yellowstone visit. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The owners were even thoughtful enough to provide a cooler, which is something we had forgotten and used every day! It was located about 30 minutes from the West Yellowstone entrance, but we enjoyed how quiet it was and would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Michael T K.

23 May 2021

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

Island park getaway

Overall very good. Bathroom upstairs is very tight for adults.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Sajidullah M.

21 May 2021

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

Great Stay

Quiet neighborhood even though there's other cabins nearby. Property is well maintained and clean.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

3 Apr 2021

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

Perfect cabin for us!

This cabin was perfect for our sisters get-away! It was clean, in good shape, & quiet. The hot tub was perfect after a day of Xcountry skiing. The rental process & info was flawless. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, baths & bedrooms. Would rent it again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

9 Mar 2021

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

Fall in Love. This cabin is the perfect getaway!

Located in a beautiful area, very homey feel, the hot tub is perfect anytime of day. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan G., Idaho Falls, ID

8 Mar 2021

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

Great place!

We booked this cabin for a last minute weekend getaway for my boyfriends birthday with a couple friends. It was a great place to stay. We went cross country skiing at Harriman and enjoyed the hot tub after to relax. There were plenty of rooms/beds, and everything was nice and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

24 Feb 2021

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

Awesome

Property is perfect!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

20 Feb 2021

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

Very nice cabin

Nice clean cabin with lots of room.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

20 Feb 2021

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

Fantastic getaway

Cabin was awesome. Clean, great location. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen supplies could have been a little better, but were enough to get by! Loved sitting in the hot tub while snowing outside. Our kids had a blast sledding then coming back and warming up. The owners provided lots of great info about the area. Was a great weekend and would def go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021