Tucked under large pines, this cozy 3-bedroom cabin offers a comfortable all-season getaway. Unwind by the large stone working fireplace or enjoy dark skies from the upper deck. With amenities like smart TV, business office, and outdoor grilling area, you'll feel right at home.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9101 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10
Touch the fireplace that has been rumored to be the original fireplace of the stagecoach station for the region & walk where history walked! Year round vehicle access, easily accessible 3 Bedroom, 2 bath cabin with a loft which sleeps 10. This clean, cozy, and updated cabin with a large stone working fireplace will bring you back to historical times. Tucked under large pines, this shade offers a comfortable all season getaway. Close access to Hwy 20 nestled in a quiet cabin on the mountain, with dark skies, both family and business friendly cabin will be your new favorite cabin for all your adventures! Just 5 minutes from famed Henry’s Lake, 2 minutes to Yellowstone Playhouse, 12 min. to West Yellowstone (entrance to YNP, local shopping & dining, and famous Nordic skiing), 25 min to tranquil Harriman State Park (Nordic skiing, hiking, and bat & water fowl observation), 15 min from Mack’s Inn (river floating & fly fishing), not to mention snowmobiling & Nordic skiing right from the property.! Just outside of the hustle and bustle of central Island Park you will love the views of Henry's Lake, sunsets, and easy access both in summer and winter. Several amenities will bring the comforts of home & the enjoyment of a retreat (smart TV & comfortable leather seating, business office (desk, printer with extra supplies & strong WiFi), cooking supplies & appliances for small or large group dining (coffee maker, electric tea pot, toaster, crock pot, electric grill, pots/pans, mixer, waffle maker, baking & serving dishes, stocked spice cupboard, complimentary coffee, tea, hot cocoa & cider, fridge, freezer, microwave), outdoor grilling & dining (new Weber gas grill, bbq tools & cleaner, outdoor patio dining & seating), cleaning supplies to help you feel comfortable during your entire stay (vacuum, broom, mop & 2 stocked cleaning caddies & extra trash bags), emergency supplies (flashlights, air horn, outdoor candle, bear bells, local maps), on property fun (hammocks, outdoor fire pit with seating & wood, lighter(s), roasting sticks & nearby potable water & hose for dousing fire & water fun, tree swing & corn hole), picnic & lake enjoyment staples (portable cooler, camping chairs & beach towels) on property dark sky watching (dark sky friendly lighting, upper deck with gate for your comfort, camping chairs to relax in, or find a spot on the large 0.5 acre property to lay on your picnic blanket), complimentary laundry (washer & dryer, laundering supplies in bins, hanging rack & laundry basket), working indoor wood burning fireplace for those with experience (fully stocked wood pile, bellows, tools & wood carrying bag, metal bucket & broom for ashes as needed), safe outdoor trash storage (bear resistant garbage bin with twice weekly garbage removal services) and a large circle driveway with extra parking for your trailer(s) or multiple vehicles. Experience the tranquility and peace of Montana & Idaho mountains with comfortable summer weather, fall colors, wildlife, river floating & fishing, lake canoeing, kayaking & fishing and even theatre productions with prime rib dinner (just 2 min away)! You’ll also enjoy the property during the winter with exceptional snowmobiling, and plenty of miles of groomed Nordic skiing trails! The nearby access to a considerable aray of outdoor sports & fun, great food & local shopping, not to mention the closest access to Yellowstone that Island Park can offer, makes this unique cabin an easy pick for your upcoming trip to the greater Yellowstone area! Here you can escape the hustle and bustle of your life as well as the local ‘touristy’ areas and instead enjoy local wildlife and a quiet cabin neighborhood. **please note, for our elderly or disabeled guests- the master bedroom & laundry facilities are on the 2nd level and must be accessed through the loft. The loft & stairwell does have a short ceiling and you’ll need to bend over a bit & tuck your head.**
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Step to reach entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
DISHES: please wash with hot soapy water & leave to dry.
TOWELS: only if able, please start 1 load of towels (use towel setting) with soap & 1 cap full of Laundry Lysol in washer.
BBQ: clean with tools & cleaner (under sink & under BBQ).
TRASH: use bear-proof trash can, ensure lid is locked at all times. If it is full upon arrival please notify host.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Firm: NO vaping, smoking or drug use on property. If this rule is broken $500 fee will be assessed.
Fireplace to be used by experienced wood-burning fireplace guests only please (for cabin and guest safety). See additional instructions for use.
FIRES: Outdoor:only in fire ring, douse with hose to cool ONLY according to local outdoor fire rules (posted at Ranger station/online).
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Lower ceiling loft may be best for young at heart.
Events
No events allowed
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
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Island Park, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Madison River and Yellowstone Park West Entrance. Great Whirligig and Yellowstone Big Gun Fun are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Island Park travel guide
Is Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10 located?
Situated on a lake, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Caribou-Targhee National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Henrys Lake and Henrys Lake State Park. Gallatin National Forest and Island Park Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Gateway at the Crossroads! Yellowstone, Henry's Lake & Island Park-sleeps 10 Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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The house was really beautiful! It had everything we needed and was very clean. The position of the house was perfect for visiting Yellowstone. We had a wonderful stay!
We stayed here while we visited Yellowstone and loved it! The kids space was perfect to keep our kids occupied at night. The hosts did a great job stocking the place with everything you could possibly need. The outside seating around was so peaceful in the mornings!
The attention to detail is amazing. Great location and very quiet. Comfortable beds and all necessities there with nice welcoming conveniences. We would love to come back and bring the family. Thank you for a fun week. Rick and Carmen
It was so nice to get away from the busy daily activities and retreat to a quiet area to recharge. Kids loved the loft. It was hard to navigate for my husband and FIL (6ft plus), but luckily we planned to have them on the ground floor level anyway. :)
We enjoyed our stay at here! The cabin was clean and comfortable. The headroom in the loft upstairs was not an issue but we're a short family! We appreciate the many bedrooms and separate sleeping areas. The cabin was reasonably child-proofed, and our kids loved the toys upstairs in the loft. Bathrooms were small but well stocked, and the kitchen was adequate. The hosts do ask that you take your trash with you when you leave, which is a minor hassle, but not that annoying.
Perfect location, out of the touristy West Yellowstone (but close enough to pop over to do touristy things).Everything in the park is very accessible (you are going to driveno matter what...but thats part of experiencing all the views so its a welcome thing!Chad was very responsive to our questions and took care of everything we needed!Tge only downside I'd mention is the loft is pretty difficult to get up and down into, and thats where the master bedroom and laundry are. We ended up putting the kids up there and slept in one of the downstairs bedrooms, which worked out fine for us, but if an older couple or someone who was less mobile was counting on the Master Laundry, I could see that it could be a problem for them, so just be aware.The cabin is nicely decorated and very cozy. Kids enjoyed the swing by the fire ring outside. It was a perfect stay for our family!
We had a great time. The cabin is mostly surrounded by trees, so it feels private despite other houses being in the general area. It's only 15 min to West Yellowstone and access to the national park. Very well stocked pantry and necessities. It sleeps 9, but 3 of them should be children to to the tight sleeping situation for a few of the beds. There are a ton of DVDs and games to keep us entertained in the evenings. Overall, very few complaints. Thanks!
This cabin was well organized, if a little more rustic than we were expecting but it had an adorable (if a little low) loft with lots of kids toys, We were apparently the first guests after the winter and found some rotting food in the pantry and expired products in the fridge.
The main issue we had with the property was the lack of some amenities that were listed. We picked the place in large part because it advertised a hot tub. There was no hot tub or even spa tub (also advertised). We were never given a way to access the advertised wifi. We messaged the host on the first day of our visit and never received a reply.
If advertised correctly, this would be a nice stay for the right group, but it fell short of our expectations.
Michelle S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Victoria C.
26 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Close to Yellowstone & affordable for a large Group/Family
We had 4 adults/5 children (aged 6-16). The house slept us perfectly & had plenty of seating in both the LR/kitchen. The toys & little desk in the loft was a really nice touch!
All linens were clean & little goodies everywhere, like the stocked pantry with hot chocolate, baggies & cleaning supplies!
This home really gave us the 'cabin' feel & while we did not have a camp fire, the fire pit/seating with swing & nearby hammocks are cool.
Circular driveway made it easy to come/go. Our purpose was to visit Yellowstone & it is an easy/quick drive to the park.
There is a view of the lake, which is nice. Loads of stars/trees. On the downside, there is also a view of commercial properties, but this includes a gas station that is handy for gassing up/snacks!
The owners were very communicative & it was EASY to access the house when we arrived!
We hate to speak negatively, but there were a couple things. We should preface this is our first VRBO rental, we have condo/timeshares we stay in or hotels, but could not fit into with the size of group this time.
While the property was pretty clean, the dishes had residue on them, pots/pan bottoms were greasy & the utensils are enclosed & asked to wash before use. There is no dishwasher.
There are pest traps everywhere that didn't bode confidence & we had to watch the littles didn't touch.
The rules ask for towels to be washed. With our group it was hard to get out by 11am, but Noon worked.
Some doors lock only by wood 'bar'.
The cabin was adorable and the hosts thought of everything! The towels were fluffy, the pantry was stocked and it was close to Yellowstone. We loved it!
Owners were great. The house is stocked amazingly! Be sure to check out Henry lake State Park. The folks at the little store with gas station are super cool too. Great place!
Three couples, had a wonderful time visiting Yellowstone for the first time. Nice cabin close to West Yellowstone made it easy to access the park. Good communication from the owner. Stayed three nights, no issues. Hope to visit the area again.
Our stay here was amazing! The hosts are absolutely top drawer! Extremely responsive and accommodating. They along with the location made our trip to Yellowstone the stuff dreams are made of. They had thought of absolutely everything in advance and provided wonderful insight regarding the area. I’d stay here over and over again!
Rustic cabin feel with high end amenities. Beds were great; towels were thick and fluffy; pantry was full; quiet neighborhood. Chad was very helpful with a few hiccups and responded quickly.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Teresa L.
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Rustic cabin
The cabin was clean and convenient to West Yellowstone, although more rustic than we expected. The host was very responsive to questions. Overall, www enjoyed our stay.