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

Riverside holiday home with a hot tub, near Yellowstone National Park North Entrance

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Yellowstone Park is within a short 5-minute drive from this beautiful home, while Gardiner's downtown restaurants and shops are just a short walk away. Relax in the sauna or hot tub under the stars after a day of exploring, or enjoy quality time with family and friends on the large backyard patio equipped with chairs, table, fire pit picnic bench and BBQ.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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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.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

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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

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

NO SMOKING inside the house or within 50 feet of the house. Respect owner's locked doors. They are off limits to guests. Don't access the garage
Please respect our home as if it were your own. Be respectful of the neighbors and wildlife as the home is located in a quiet residential area.
No tampering with any electronics unless approved by the owner. This includes the WIFI, Tvs, DVD players, outdoor security cameras, and appliances.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Located in Gardiner, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. 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. Visit our Gardiner travel guide
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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone offers different dramatic looks and moods dependent on the time of day. The falls are luminous in the morning. In the evening when this photo was taken, the canyon takes on a soft, almost painterly light. If you can, make a visit right after sunrise and return for the sunset.
    Yellowstone River
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • We visited this location but ideally needed to be there in the afternoon as the sun was on the "wrong" side of the arch. I used a wide lens to capture the arch and didn't attempt to correct the distortion as I felt it added to the picture (for me anyway). It took a long time to get this without hoardes of people in the shot.
    Roosevelt Arch
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Prismatic Pool, Yellowstone National Park, Montana, USA
    Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Parks' Fly Shop
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gardiner Community Library
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Terrace Grill
    15 min drive
  • Wonderland Cafe & Lodge
    10 min walk
  • Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel Dining Room
    15 min drive
  • Cowboy's Lodge & Grill
    10 min walk
  • Antler Bar and Grill
    19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elk Haven House - Less than 5 min from Yellowstone Park! Beautiful views! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gallatin National Forest, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone River and Parks' Fly Shop are also within 10 minutes.

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

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10/10 Excellent

Betty T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything we needed for our Yellowstone stay. It was a great home base for us. We did not want to spend time eating out, so the full kitchen was greatly appreciated. The back yard is a wonderful place to view the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Perfect

Elk Haven was a great place for 2 older couples to stay on a long weekend visit to Yellowstone. It has every amenity and then some—and as we found when we set out on three mornings, it really IS an elk haven. Although we didn’t bring grandkids, it looked quite welcoming for families, too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika A.

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

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

Robin H.

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

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

Stephanie K.

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

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

Connie S.

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

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

Ann Marie L.

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

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

Leah C.

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

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

jolise k.

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

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

Emily P.

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

Superb Gardiner stay!

Wonderful property with easy access to Yellowstone and surrounding area. The hot tub & sauna were perfect ends to our long days that started out with elk visitors in the front yard! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

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

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

Joe W.

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

Great

Great view well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

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

alison l.

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

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

Jodi W.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Melonie B.

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

Loved every minute!

This home was a delight to stay in. Great attention was given to making sure any thing needed was there. We spent our days in Yellowstone and then came home to comfortable furniture to rest and be ready for tomorrow. The host was great! Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Amazing home so close to Yellowstone

We have stayed in a lot of VRBO homes and this was the very best. It was just as described and was literally, home away from home. The little town of Gardiner had everything we needed. The north entrance to Yellowstone National Park and all of its wonder and beauty was less than 5 minutes away! This was our best vacation ever! Thank you!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Just as listed

We enjoyed our short stay and I appreciate the owners allowing us to shorten our stay. The house was clean and well maintained. Everything you could need was there. We did not use any of the amenities, but everything looked in order. The owner was easy to work with and quick to reply. Check in was simple. The home is located in a beautiful area and super easy to get to. Super close to the north entrance of Yellowstone!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

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

Brooke M.

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

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

Kimberly A.

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

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

Jeffrey Y.

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

Perfect Place

It’s exactly how it is described. Had everything we needed for our group of 6 older adults who were visiting Yellowstone. We highly recommend it, super clean. Saw wildlife almost everyday out the window, mostly elk. Owners responded right away to emails with questions. Was convenient to the park entrance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

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

Mary C.

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

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

Kenneth M. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was very accommodating and the home worked out perfectly for our family. Park entrance just a mile away was a plus too. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025