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Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Yellowstone River
    7 min walk
  • Parks' Fly Shop
    10 min walk
  • Roosevelt Arch
    16 min walk
  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    98 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Gardiner

When you stay at this vacation home in Gardiner, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance. .This vacation home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Mammoth Hot Springs and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gallatin National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Parks' Fly Shop - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Roosevelt Arch - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Boiling River - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Perk - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Yellowstone Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views!

Beautiful and quiet 3 bedroom 2 bath home that comfortably sleeps 6, and is located less than 5 minutes from Yellowstone Park! Also, it’s a short walk from the property to access Gardiner’s downtown restaurants and shops! The property offers a perfect combination for guests; a quiet location away from the summer crowds joined with a close proximity to Yellowstone, Gardiner proper, and hiking trails. Wildlife is common in the area and neighborhood, so don't be surprised if you see elk, bison, deer, a fox, or bighorn sheep on or near the property.

The house has a 4 zone mini split AC/heat pump system to help keep a comfortable indoor temperature year round. The living room and each bedroom have their own dedicated AC/Heat pump wall mounted mini split unit. This system allows guests to individually set their desired bedroom and living room temperatures. Relax and sleep in comfort all year long! On those extra cold winter nights, there is a kitchen heater, along with baseboard heaters in the living room and bedrooms to provide extra warmth if needed.

Luxury vinyl plank flooring installed throughout the main level of the house. The house has a fully stocked kitchen including an electric range/oven, coffee maker, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, etc. Downstairs there is a washer and dryer for guests, along with a card table, tv, and dvd player.

After a long day in the park viewing wildlife or hiking, relax in the sauna or hot tub under the stars. Large backyard patio with chairs, table, fire pit, picnic bench, and bbq to help relax and enjoy the outdoors. Space X Starlink satellite WIFI is provided in addition to a living room 65" Samsung smart TV that is connected to a DVD/Blu-ray player.

Come visit Yellowstone and relax in the comfort of a home away from your home! Plenty of local activities including wildlife viewing, hiking, rafting, fishing, hot springs, horseback riding, etc.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a spa tub and a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mark Flynn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

steve s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven at Elk Haven
Great location and amenities. Elk in the yard 3 of 4 days!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Our family absolutely loved this house. From the elk in the front yard to the sauna and hot tub in the back, there was something for everyone. We appreciated the well supplied kitchen and toiletries, as well as the abundance of games and movies. Super well thought out and excellent communication. Gardiner is a lovely town and the proximity to the north gate can’t be beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely ELK HAVEN
The house was PERFECT for 6 adults. We really enjoyed evenings on the beautiful deck and put use to the spa, sauna, fire pit table and grill. The living room was extremely spacious and we enjoyed looking at all the wildlife photos. The kitchen space was also great for all of us. The entrance to Yellowstone was only .5 miles and the grocery store and shops were even closer. As the the elk, they were EVERYWHERE in this neighborhood, including our front yard. We all enjoyed watching these majestic creatures right in the driveway. We would all stay here again and I would highly recommend this rental to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gardiner Elk Haven
We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this lovely home. We saw elk and rabbits in the yard most days along with lovely Mountain View. Gardiner was a great home base to explore the park. It was a fun little town! The home was clean and spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature
Beautiful views and close to Yellowstone. We enjoyed the Elk visits. The home was clean and had lots of thoughtful touches. The hot tub and sauna were a bonus!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn D., Conshohocken, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome trip
Great stay close enough to everything, but far enough to be quiet. The hosts had great suggestions for us on what to do we had a blast! Their house is beautiful pictures don’t do it justice ! Thanks again. -vaughn and Jordan
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie L., Glendale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in Gardiner
The property had everything we needed; it was well stocked. The rooms were comfortable with individual A/C and blackout shades. Location was close to town and park entrance and we loved the Elk that visited nearby the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Spacious well equipped house with lovely views. Close enough to the amenities in Gardiner but far way enough to be peaceful. The hot tub was an added bonus. Perfect location for Yellowstone with Lamar valley, Mammoth, Canyon village all within easy reach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW! Wonder of Wonders!
Fantabulous home, fantastic stay! Possibly the best VRBO we've ever stayed in. Granddaughter (8yrs) cried when it was time to leave and made us promise to bring her back someday. There's no way to adequately describe this wonderful home. Clean, roomy, comfortable, extremely well-appointed, and beautifully decorated are descriptors that just scrape the surface. Attention to every possible detail, nothing overlooked. Took less than five minutes to drive to Yellowstone NP or to the shops and restaurants in Gardiner. Elk grazed in the front yard every morning and evening. We loved using the hot tub and firepit every night after spending the day in Yellowstone. Thank you for sharing this beautiful home with our three generations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars plus !!
Elkhaven is a well kept, well stocked home in a great area close to the north entrance. Mark was very responsive to any questions we had. The whole rental process was a breeze!! Our family had a great time enjoying Yellowstone and the Tetons. We would definately rent Elkhaven again for any future visits !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This property was perfect for our family. It is well equipped & comfortable. The host is very responsive to any need.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home
We visited with our adult children to spend time in Yellowstone. The house is absolutely beautiful and the host was amazing. The house sits within minutes to the Yellowstone entrance, and is walking distance to town. The inside has everything you need to make meals including a grill. We enjoyed using the hot tub and having laundry on site was such a great amenity. I have already told family about the home, and we are planning another trip and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Trip
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the property! The location is perfect for spending time in Yellowstone! The wildlife was phenomenal! We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

Liked: Cleanliness
First winter trip
Great place to stay just outside Yellowstone convenient drive to Lamar valley. Super clean and nice home. I would recommend and would say again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jolise k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yellowstone winter
The property was perfect for our family for our Yellowstone winter tour. We watched Elk on the mountain visible from the kitchen. The house was perfect for us. Great location. The living room and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, you can't beat it.
Cozy, clean, and fun! Everything a family getaway should be. Days in the park evenings spent around the table eating, playing games, watching movies, reminiscing over the day in the sauna and hot tub. Simply ideal!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO
We loved Elk Haven- great location for us- we came to spend time in the Park. Our college age kids joined us and your house gave us the perfect amount of space for everyone to have privacy. We loved the hot tub ( next time we will enjoy the sauna too!) Our son especially loved all the photos- he is a budding photographer! Thanks again - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Gardiner
So close to the North Entrance of Yellowstone! We had Elk in the yard! Beautiful place, Mark was very quick to communicate with and answer questions. Love the pictures in the house! Fantastic hosts would stay again in a heartbeat! Thanks Greg
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lived up to its name
Elk Haven lived up to its name with elk in and around the house daily. If you sleep with the windows open you’ll be serenaded by bull elk bugles. Close to Yellowstone, you’ll have a great base camp for your vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great view well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Montana
Awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Everything was incredible and amazing! We couldn’t have asked for better!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Visit to Yellowstone
We lived the property and really enjoyed the hot tub and the Elk in the neighborhood! So close to North Entrance of Yellowstone. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk Haven
The property was in a great location to Yellowstone and had more elk in the yard than in Yellowstone! It was a great place to unwind after a long day of exploring. The hot tub, sauna and outdoor fireplace were great! Owners were very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023