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Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park

Riverfront cabin in Gardiner with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Children's area
Property grounds
Nestled on the banks of the Yellowstone River, Cabin By the River offers a tranquil retreat with country cabin decor and stunning views. Enjoy relaxing on the front porch with a gas BBQ, or unwind by reading materials and games for rainy days. Explore nearby Gardiner in 10 minutes or stay close to home with fishing access from our property.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom79 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park



Cabin By the River was built in 1995 and rests on the banks of the Yellowstone River, 10.5 miles north of Gardiner, Montana, the only year around entrance to Yellowstone Park. We have fully recovered from the historic 2022 flood and enjoy full access to Yellowstone Park. The cabin is situated on about 5 acres in the upper Paradise Valley, south of Yankee Jim Canyon and north of Corwin Springs, Montana. We enjoy a country setting with neighbors across grassy fields.

The cabin is decorated in country cabin decor and will sleep five. There is a queen bed in the main floor bedroom and a queen and a single bed in the sleeping loft. The front porch overlooks the river and offers a porch swing, table and chairs and a gas bbq. For rainy days, there are reading materials, games, Dish TV and DVD player with a selection of movies. The small kitchen offers a full size range and refrigerator. Dishes, utensils, coffee maker, crock pot & a brief pantry are provided.

The bathroom is a tub/shower combination. Linens, towels and paper products are provided.

Wifi service is available but caution that we are in a mountainous area and it is sometimes undependable. Your Verizon cell phone works well but is the predominant cell Service in our area.

We have a fire ring down along side the river for marsh mellow roasting or just enjoying.
In the grassy area above the cabin there is a swing set, yard games and tether ball, lots of area to run and play. Fishing in the Yellowstone River from our property can be successful and a great experience in a blue ribbon trout stream.

We are only 10 minutes to Gardiner, the north entrance to Yellowstone. Our guests enjoy coming out of the Park in the evening to the quiet setting of the Cabin By the River. We do have a 4 night minimum.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

All children must be accompanied by an adult when down by the river. The Yellowstone is a swift serious river and must be respected.
If you’re planning to host an event at this property, notify the owner within 24 hours of booking. Event approval is required from the owner.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cutler Lake - 14 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 21 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 22 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 37 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Perk Espresso - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Grille - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gallatin National Forest and Yellowstone River. Yellowstone Hot Springs and Aldridge Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Cabin By The River~ 10 minutes from the north entrance to Yellowstone Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

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

Lovely spot!

This was a lovely spot to use as our home base for our Yellowstone visit. The kids loved the bedroom loft and we all loved the front porch overlooking the river! Our hosts were attentive and we found a great restaurant in Gardiner (Wonderland Cafe) that we ate at twice. We will stay here again if we’re ever back in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Cabin on the river

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin on the river, and highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney G.

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

Relaxing cabin close to Yellowstone

This cabin is a perfect place for solitude. I traveled with my mom and my two teenage children. Cabin was filled with everything we could need. Kitchen pots and plans, plenty of blankets, beautifully decorated, and a grill on the porch. I would highly recommend this cabin and hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We love the Cabin by the River. This is our second time staying. Every single thing about it is perfect, in our opinion.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Loved this cabin

The cabin is in a perfect location, just a short drive into town and an entrance into the park. My favorite part was the deck overlook the Yellowstone river! The owner was very nice and welcoming. Sad our stay is over.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Wonderful Cabin

We loved this property and all the amenities it offers. Chris and Warren were very friendly and answered our questions promptly. I would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P., Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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

Perfect Location and Perfect Cabin by the Yellowstone River

Our stay was absolutely perfect. From the view of the mountains and the river to the proximity to the north entrance of Yellowstone NP, this cabin really has it all! Winding down on the porch in the evening was exactly what we needed after long days in the park and on the trail. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Perfect

I can't say enough about this place ! It was nothing less than perfect . Warren and Chris are the sweetest and most down to earth people! Loved this cabin everything about it! Close to everything and the scenery was beautiful!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

We loved staying here!

The Cabin at the River exceeded our expectations. It was clean and had everything we needed to make our stay just like home. The owners were kind and responsive. It was a 10 min drive to Yellowstone Park. We fished, played yard games, and hung out on the porch in the evenings. The view was beautiful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

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

Just what we wanted

Great location, great host, close to Yellowstone. Gardiner has everything we needed. Less than 3 miles to the Yellowstone Hot Springs, which we went to almost every day. Just what we wanted in a cabin. No complaints at all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

OurYellowstone Getaway

The cabin is situated, literally, right on the river, a stones throw. Very comfortable for 2, but a family of 4 or 5 would also be able to enjoy the home and the surroundings just fine. The porch is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or to unwind after a day adventuring in the park. The Wagners thought of everything to make a stay quite comfortable and restful. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

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

Yellowstone Vacation Hub

We were able to spend three day’s in Yellowstone using the Cabin by the River as our hub for 4 nights. We also rafted the Yellowstone River, which took us right before the cabin. Everything was easy to take care, the property was very nice and peaceful each evening. The sound of the river each night while sitting on the porch swing was amazing. We would highly recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Exactly as pictured

This was the most beautiful place! The property is right on the river and had a magnificent scenery!! Wendi was very easy to work with throughout the booking process and was accessible for questions. The property was very well stocked with linens, paper products, dishes, cookware and anything else anyone would need for a very comfortable stay! It is in a great location - very close to the North Yellowstone entrance. We absolutely loved this place and will definitely return in the future:) Great place, Wendi!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

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

Cabin on the River - you will want to live on the porch!

The Cabin by the River is a marvelous place to stay for a small group or family. It is in a gorgeous setting right on the Yellowstone River, with birds chirping, and mountains all around. If you are going to spend most of your time in Yellowstone, it is ideal. Basically a comfy place to sleep, and if your meals are fairly simple the kitchen is fine. There is just one bathroom, so make sure your group is OK with that, as those staying in the loft will need to come downstairs to access it. We had a great time and the warm ambiance of the Cabin on the River was a memorable part of our experience in this incredible place.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F., Iowa

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

Peaceful cabin by the Yellowstone river

My wife and I had a very peaceful stay for 4 nights while visiting Yellowstone NP. The cabin was perfect for our evenings after visiting the park during the daytime. The cabin is very close to the north entrance of Yellowstone. The cabin was very cozy and so peaceful next to the Yellowstone river. Sitting on the porch swing in the evening listening to the river was so relaxing. The cabin was very clean and quality paper products were provided ie. paper towels, tissues, and toilet paper. The shower had great water pressure and was hot... very nice after a long day out venturing at the park. The owners were wonderful hosts and were available anytime we had questions. We hope to stay here again our next time visiting North Yellowstone.... truly a beautiful area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cabin, with a perfect view and terrific hosts. Can you tell? I’m ready to return. And the Yellowstone River right off the porch. Cabin on the River is a real find. Highly recommended..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent. Hosts were pleasant, and accessible, but not intrusive. Accommodations were exactly as described.The picture is off the porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Beautiful little cabin with outstanding views

We loved the coziness of the cabin, the outstanding location on the Yellowstone River, and completeness of the amenities. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

Beautiful and quiet

Very gracious host, beautiful location and quiet. Next to the river just made our end of the day. Just outside of town which we loved as we are from the country and like the peace and quiet. We will definitely try to rent it again when and if we go back to Yellowstone
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Cabin by the river

Excellent location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! Loved being on the river and having a beautiful mountain view. The cabin was homey with little extras that made the experience even better. Watched otters play from the porch, had easy access to nearby Gardiner and Yellowstone park, and loved sitting on the peaceful porch to enjoy the river sights and sounds. Lovely cabin on the river, would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald F.

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

Yellowstone Getaway

This is the 2nd time in 5 years I have stayed at this property. Everything was in great shape. We will come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

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

Awesome place

Very well located by the beautiful Yellowstone. Beautiful scenery. Private cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torri W.

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

Perfect Yellowstone Vacation

Chris and Warren provide the perfect home away from home for your Yellowstone vacation! The Cabin by the River is clean and comfortable with all the extras. Only 10 minutes to Yellowstone's North entrance, it is a perfect location for day-tripping in the park. However, the cabin could be a vacation all on its own with its beautiful views from the porch, tether ball, corn hole, volleyball, checkers, and so much more! Chris and Warren are beyond gracious hosts! They quickly answer messages and have wonderful suggestions for getting the most out of your vacation. Warren even loaned us bear spray and binoculars when he realized our Yellowstone newbie oversights. I can't say enough about this gem of a vacation spot! My family enjoyed a trip of a lifetime here!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Excellent place!

The setting by the river, quietness, and accommodations were gr
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024