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Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment

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Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, dishes, and utensils.
Room
Full size refrigerator to store your food from your cooler and side chair.
Room
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and small stall shower.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Parks' Fly Shop
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Roosevelt Arch
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪97 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette

About this property

Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment

Montana’s Yellowstone Bear Den is a small efficiency apartment with aspen walls, rustic/outdoor decor, a queen sized bed, full sized refrigerator, microwave, DIRECTV and WIFI. It is a perfect base camp for an individual or couple looking to spend a majority of their time exploring the majesty of Yellowstone National Park. The Bear Den is not big, but it is clean, comfortable and conveniently located just 4 blocks from the Roosevelt Arch, the original entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The grocery store, restaurants and shops are all less than a mile and within east walking distance.

The Bear Den efficiency is comparable in size to a small hotel room, at a fraction of the price, but has the look, feel and furnishings of a cozy cabin. It is located beside our larger one bedroom vacation rental apartment, Montana's Yellowstone Hideaway (vrbo #353846). Both apartments are located below our home, but are completely isolated with separate entrances.

The Bear Den features a comfortable queen sized bed, stocked kitchenette, and bathroom with a stand up shower. The kitchenette includes a full size refrigerator, microwave, hotplate, pots and pans, plates, bowls, utensils, glasses, blender, crock pot, and coffee maker. All bedroom and bathroom linens are provided. A propane grill is also available.

If you have any questions about the Bear Den or your visit to Yellowstone please don’t hesitate to ask! I have lived and worked in Yellowstone for over 25 years and look forward to helping you experience the magic of Yellowstone that turned my 1995 vacation into a career and home for myself and two amazing daughters!!

Property manager

Eric Reinertson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Perfect for one single adult or a couple.
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Events

No events allowed
The unit is located at our private residence.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the premises at all.

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
Note from host: The unit is located at our private residence.
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

Gardiner

Gardiner is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • Parks' Fly Shop - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Perk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yellowstone Grill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment located?

Situated in Gardiner, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Yellowstone River, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance, and Yellowstone National Park. Gallatin National Forest and Arch Park are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 98 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane U.

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

Yellowstone

The Bear Den was perfect for our trip to Yellowstone. Small but cozy. It was so close to the park making it easy to get an early start but not a long drive back. Would definatly recommend it. Thank you Eric!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Truly a "Cozy Den"

The Bear Den worked out great for us. We were looking for a small, clean and efficient place while we were visiting Yellowstone. It was all of those things and cozy! Our host Eric was fantastic and offered us great information about the Park. We would definitely stay again and will be telling our friends about it too! It
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lan-Anh N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly S.

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

Nice place for just sleeping

Enjoyed our stay. Would have liked a place to go outside and enjoy the views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Great location, host and very clean

The Ben Den was just the right size for us with a kitchen full of necessities like a coffee machine with coffee, plates, silverware, ice, etc. An insulated backpack was provided for our drinks and snacks we bought for our time in the park. The bed was comfortable wtih an extra blanket and we were able to put our suitcases in the closet and little hallway to the other unit. Yes it is small, but it still gave us plenty of room to move around. The location is great, near many local restaurants and the North Gate of Yellowstone. Eric is a great host who is a wonderful communicator. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Perfect Spot for Yellowstone Exploring

The Bear Den was the perfect apartment for me and my wife during our week exploring Yellowstone. The studio was immaculate, comfortable and quiet. I really enjoyed my interactions with our host Eric who, in addition to quickly taking care of anything needed for our stay, kindly and enthusiastically shared his expert knowledge of the park. Thanks Eric for a fantastic stay! Next time we travel to Yellowstone we will definitely check to see if the Bear Den is available.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

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

The Bear Den - Just what we needed and more.

Eric's place is compact with well thought
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale F.

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

Cozy, clean, great access to yellowstone.

Clean, cozy, great location for both yellowstone and downtown area. Eric was a great host, very helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend the bears den.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Charming and a short walk to Main St

We had a wonderful stay at the Bear Ben. It was a perfect place to relax after a day in the park. The town of Gardiner was small and charming with everything you could need. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvin B.

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

Location

Location was great, walking distance to Yellowstone North entrance, restaurants, shops and groceries..
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

No frills convenient as heck

If you’re single or a couple and are going for the park, this is a great spot. Easy entrance to park, quiet neighborhood and very amenable owner.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Perfect location!

This is a great location for quick access to Yellowstone! It took us less than 10 minutes to get into the park each morning. The Den is cozy....perfect for a couple of nights near the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meigan M.

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

Perfect location for Yellowstone!

This studio apartment is perfect for solo travelers or couples traveling to Yellowstone. It isn't huge, but if you spend your days in the park, all you need is a nice, clean, quiet place to lay your head at night. Why pay the price of the hotel rooms in the area?! Eric has a few extras included in the room like a pair of foldable camp chairs and a cooler-pack available, neither of which I would have thought to bring, but I was happy to make use of once I was there!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Great stay,

Eric was great about us asking if we could get in a day early!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma J.

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

Great

Perfect location, cozy and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

Great cozy place

Enjoyed our stay very much! Loved being so close to Yellowstone entrance but still peaceful. Our host was very attentive and friendly. He works in Yellowstone and had good tips. The Bear Den was even furnished with a backpack and walking sticks. Nice price, too!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Rustic Relaxation

Very Small studio with necessary necessities. Great location for Yellowstone adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M., Euless

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

Great location!

Quaint efficiency with everything you need! Easy access to the North entrance of Yellowstone! Had 2 deer in the yard across the street on our last night! That made my stay even better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larkellen K., Columbia

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

Love It

This was a great place. Super cute and cozy. Had everything we needed. Just a short walk or drive to Yellowstone entrance. Eric was super responsive and fun to talk to. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

gary j.

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

Good

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Perfect Basecamp for our adventure.

This was a very well kept and maintained accommodation. It's small as described but not so small as to no only accommodate myself, who is a larger person, but another person as well. The shower was not large, but again it was suitable for our needs. The owner greeted us and was attentive and helpful with any needs we had. If you're intent is to have a place to rest and clean up between adventures in the park or surrounding area then this is your place. Btw on our first morning waking up there stood an elk outside grazing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

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

25Th Anniversary

We were there for the 'once in a century' flooding of Yellowstone and Gardiner MT. Julie was extremely efficient in helping us figure out what was happening and finding a way out of Gardiner. Terrible circumstances but we had a great trip and the accommodations were perfect. I highly recommend using Julie and her facility again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

CHRIS AND ALAN R., Holland Mi USA

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

Yellowstone

Wonderful time. Great proximity to Yellowstone and all amenities in Gardiner. Bear Den was as described. Already planning our next trip back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Eric Reinertson

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Thanks for choosing Montana's Yellowstone Hideaway or Bear Den. My name is Eric Reinertson. I came to Yellowstone in 1995 on a vacation and never left. Yellowstone is an amazing place and I have been fortunate enough to work for the National Park Service for over 25 years managing its amazing resources and wildlife. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me for information on how to make this your most amazing vacation ever!

Why they chose this property

Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den is a small, but perfect base camp for an individual or couple looking for a clean, comfortable and convenient location to explore Yellowstone. It is located just 4 blocks from the Roosevelt Arch, the original entrance to Yellowstone National Park.

What makes this property unique

The bear den has a comfortable queen bed, full size fridge, microwave and small kitchenette with a double sink and stocked with a coffee maker, hot plate, crock pot, pots, pans, dinnerware and utensils--Everything you need for basic cooking and preparation for an extended stay in the park. The Bear Den has DirecTV and WiFI.

Languages:

English

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