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Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, music library, stereo

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass

The Wildflower is a luxurious cabin almost three miles outside of Cooke City on Colter Pass. This location provides the perfect jumping off point for outdoor adventures in the Beartooths and Yellowstone National Park. The cabin sits at just over 8000 feet elevation so we're right up in some of the most beautiful alpine terrain in the lower 48. For skiers and snowmobilers this means lightning quick access to the Lulu Pass trails and a massive range of peaks to explore. We're also just a ten minute drive to the Yellowstone entrance so you can be in the Lamar Valley in the blink of an eye. This stretch of road is not maintained in the wintertime, so winter guests snowmobile in from Cooke City or from the Pilot Creek parking area in Wyoming. The road becomes a groomed snowmobile trail during this time so it's an easy ride in. Adventurous guests who don't have snowmobiles can rent them in Cooke City.
We also have a tracked SUV to bring in people and gear when snowmobiles aren’t convenient.
The cabin itself is a log home that has been extensively remodeled and updated with all the modern conveniences including WiFi and smart TV's in the bedrooms and living spaces. It's divided into two separate living areas with a King Suite on one end with its own kitchenette and separate entrance, and a queen room that is connected to, and above the living room and kitchen area. Downstairs is a rec room with bunk beds and another bedroom with two twin beds. For larger groups there is even a new sofa bed in the main living room and two roll-away beds that bring the total sleeping capacity up to 12. There are also three full bathrooms with showers and a large and well appointed kitchen for preparing meals. The expansive decks are perfect for storing gear or soaking in the hot tub after a long day in the wilderness.
Another nice perk to this property Is that the owner lives in a separate cabin on-site, so he's always available to help with any questions you might have during your stay. Whether you're here to enjoy the world-class backcountry skiing and snowmobiling, or to check out the abundance of wildlife in Yellowstone park, this cabin is the perfect accommodation to ensure that your trip is a memorable one.

Property manager

Donald Jost

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

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
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 9 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Make sure to list them on reservation and pay fee

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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 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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Wildflower Cabin on Colter Pass
Cooke City Backcountry Base Camp!
Cooke City Backcountry Base Camp Cooke City
Cooke City Backcountry Base Camp Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Cooke City, MT

What's nearby

  • Cooke City General Store - 4 min drive
  • Cooke City Montana Museum - 5 min drive
  • Clarks Fork Trail - 5 min drive
  • Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station - 11 min drive
  • Lulu Pass - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Cody, WY (COD-Yellowstone Regional) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Prospector Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Cafe & B & B - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beartooth Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miners Saloon - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass located?

This family-friendly Cooke City chalet is located in the mountains, within a 5-minute walk of Gallatin National Forest and Clarks Fork Yellowstone River. Shoshone National Forest and Cooke City General Store are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Base Camp to Yellowstone and the Beartooth Pass Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time!
Perfect accommodations for our family, while we enjoyed hiking and viewing wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yellowstone Trip
Extremely nice cabin and excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disaster, falsely advertised, crooked owner never to be reached, run do not rent this place!
Falsely advertised stating that the owner lives on site, not true, it was the parents that could do nothing to help us but ask us to call the daughter and we tried for 3 hrs. and left many messages and no one called us back Even Vrbo could not reach the owner. King BR not in main house, outside and up stairs, tv's didn't work, no hairdryers anywhere. The worst was the 2nd night. When we arrived at the rental late from visiting the park there was an enormous amount of propane smell so strong we couldn't stay in the main house and fled to the outside upper unit to find that the odor was just as strong. We tried numerous times to reach the owner and left several messages. Also we were on the phone with Vrbo numerous times and they could not reach the owner. We told Vrbo that we were concerned for our safety with the horrendous propane odor inside and outside the rental. After 3 hrs again to no avail reaching anyone we fled the rental and had to drive 1 hr. 45 minutes to Cody, Wy to the closest hotel with avail. We had to cut our vacation short and request refund for 6 nights. It has been 17 days and we can't get the owner to respond to our texts, emails and phone calls. They don't even respond to Vrbo even with a case open against them. We have spoke with 7 Vrbo agents that seem to be getting nowhere with this owner. Not happy with Vrbo either. THE OWNER IS A CROOK THAT CHEATED US, SHOULD BE OUSTED FROM VRBO.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing group
We were very happy with the premises. Up to date and clean. Great hosts, very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
High in the Mountains
Great place to rent for some peace and quiet. Kitchen was fully stocked with lots of pots/pans, skillet, pressure cooker, etc. short distance to town abcs the park.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beartooth Cabin
Lovely cabin, newly renovated with three(!) full bathrooms (unheard of in this area.) Hiking trail out the back and great access to fishing and Yellowstone. Anthony, the property owner lives in the adjacent cabin and was very helpful with advice on trail access and conditions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wildflower Adventures
The Wildflower was the perfect home base for our Yellowstone adventures. The property was excellent for our Minnesota group of 4 adults and 5 kids. The on-site hosts were welcoming and extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Being only 10 mins from the North East entrance to YNP gave us quick access to Lamar Valley where we saw grizzly bear, black bear, wolf pack, countless bison, and more wildlife then any other place in the park. Important note if coming in on Beartooth pass from the east, Red Lodge is last large town after Billings to stock up on anything you may need. There are some general stores in Cooke City. We knew this ahead of time and worked perfectly to get groceries in Red Lodge. High powered zoom lens camera or spotting scope will enhance wildlife experiences. We hope to be back again someday!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and quiet
This was a great property. Owner is onsite and more than willing to help with anything. Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F., Westlake Village, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This property has been lovingly and tastefully updated and was very clean. The showers had great water pressure!There are several separate sleeping areas, so it some level of privacy for our group of friends. We enjoyed sitting around the kitchen bar eating breakfast and later in the day reviewing all we had seen. Our host was very kind, friendly and generous. On our last evening, a beautiful, gray-colored, red fox was sitting in the driveway to greet us. It was a perfect way to end the trip. If you can, don't miss the drive to Red Lodge on the Beartooth Hwy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Place
What a special place to spend a week!! Cabin was amazing with plenty of room for our group of 8. Cant wait to get back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

andy r., bozeman

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Property was well kept and thoughtfully decorated
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place!
We loved the cabin! It had all the amenities we needed. It was really clean and comfortable and offered plenty of space for our group. It was also centrally located for all the activities we had planned. We enjoyed visiting with the on-site property owner who was very accommodating. We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised!
Great place with plenty of space and cabin feel. Hot tub was nice to have and was well cared for. We left behind some souvenirs that manager found and was willing to ship to us! Above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Yellowstone base
Great cabin with all the amenities you need and in a perfect location! Owners were also very friendly and responsive! We will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect starting point for Yellowstone
Very easy access to the park, plus some nice creeks to swim in near the house. The house was very well appointed and included bear spray that you could borrow. Just a few miles from Cooke City and Silver Gate "downtown" areas for some restaurants and coffee shops. Would try to hit a big grocery store before arrival if I had it to do over again (only small general store in town with limited supplies). Property manager was nearby and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

moira M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family reunion
Just spent 4 days of our family vacation bonding and loving the beautiful surroundings at Wildflower Cabin. Bigger than pictured 8 of us loved having coffee on the outdoor porches, sharing dinner in the kitchen, hot tub soaking and roasting smores. 10 minutes from the least crowded and most scenic part of Yellowstone, The Lamar Valley. We easily got into the park with no lines and drove through at dusk to see bear cubs and wolves. On the way to the park, pass through the quaint town of Cooke City if you need to pick up groceries, a cup of coffee, dinner or souvenirs. The cabin is located on famous 212 ,The Beartooth Hwy, so hikes, lakes, and swimming holes are out your front door. We loved taking a break from the park to see the wildflowers and alpine lakes near by or picnic at the waterfall 5 minutes drive. The cabin was clean, comfortable, modern, and beautifully decorated with the perfect touches of Montana. Enough room to come together or have privacy. Jacklyn, Elena and Tony were the most friendly, gracious and accommodating hosts. Jacklyn is quick to answer questions and help with anything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin and close to town
Our stay was wonderful! The cabin was beautiful and the owners were very accommodating! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Louis B., Seymour, Tn

Disliked: Cleanliness
beautiful property and cabin, spacious
The cabin and area are very beautiful. the property is great. However, located in very remote location, must bring own food. Extremely limited resources for food in the area. limited restaurants that were open or had power. The cabin has a generator, a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous, comfortable, quiet location stone's throw from Yellowstone!
We are so glad we chose this location for our first trip to Wyoming and Yellowstone (June 2021). We were two families of four who hadn't seen each other in a few years. The Backcountry Base Camp was everything that the VRBO description says AND MORE. In addition to what you read in the description, there are also large, wide porches surrounding three sides of the house, the hottub is larger than it appears in the photo, the beds are super comfortable, everything is new and clean, we had every supply and appliance we could imagine, we had a large fire pit all to ourselves, and the various living spaces WERE connected (something I wondered about before I arrived) yet were self-contained enough for privacy. The owner and manager lives on site and gave us many helpful suggestions, but only if we asked -- he left us alone and we hardly knew he was around. Besides the house itself, we were ultra pleased that we selected this location as opposed to numerous other possibilities near different entrances of Yellowstone. We were literally 7-10 minutes from the NE entrance to Yellowstone which puts you into the Lamar Valley where all the wildlife is. A benefit to this entrance is that many other entrances, such as the one nearest Old Faithful, were full of traffic at all times. We experienced limited traffic in a year that goes down as one of the busiest in the Yellowstone area, North, South, East, and West. We also loved the town of Cooke City - very quaint, quiet, friendly, artistic, great food and lots of variety of restaurants for a small town, and I was excited to learn that Ernest Hemingway lived in Cooke County for 5 years as a writer and based some of his stories on his experiences in the town and the NE area of Yellowstone. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
getaway to Cooke city
The cabin is at an ideal location. It was great to get away from everything. We very much enjoyed the hot tub, large decks, and fire pit on the property. The hosts were very accommodating and were right there for if we needed anything. They were also super friendly and welcoming. The house had plenty of room to spread out and have some privacy. Everything was clean. We loved the carvings outside the cabin and the interior decorating was also very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This was exactly what we were looking for when searching for a place near Yellowstone! Away from all the crowds, a beautiful home with all the amenities a family could need! Comfort at it's finest! And Anthony there to help with any needs we had! A Must Stay! And going through Lamar Valley everyday...WOW!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Hospitality
Tony and Jaclyn were absolutely amazing hosts. We enjoyed the house so much we extended our stay!