Summary:
Drift Cabin is tucked back in the pines in the Mack's Inn area, the heart of Island Park, private but close to everything. It sleeps 12 in 4 upstairs bedrooms with 2 baths. Ride ATVs or snowmobiles straight from the front door, then unwind in the private hot tub on the deck or around the fire pit. Yellowstone's West Entrance is about 22 miles away, over the Continental Divide.
The Space:
Drift Cabin is located in the heart of Island Park. Nestled back into the pines for the privacy and seclusion you’re looking for yet close to all of Island Park’s amenities. Leave from the front door on ATV’s or snowmobiles and hit the many trails that run through the Mack’s Inn area. Minutes away from the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River, Island Park Golf Course, High Mountain recreational rentals, The Grind Espresso, a few restaurants, groceries, gas, and so much more. Island Park Reservoir and Henry’s Lake are about a 15 minute drive. West entrance to Yellowstone national park is about 22 miles. A nice drive over the continental divide. Drift Rental offers sleeping for 12 with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. On the main floor you have a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, nice large living room, laundry area, and a full bath. Upstairs you will find the 4 bedrooms, and a 3/4 bath. Plenty of space for everyone. Enjoy the evenings outside on the deck, in the hot tub or gather around the fire pit. This cabin offers the Island Park experience you’re looking for. Cabin is permitted for 12 guests only.
*Property does NOT have air conditioning*
Guest Access:
You'll have the whole cabin, the deck and hot tub, the fire pit and on-site parking.
Check-in is contactless. Entry details come with your check-in instructions, sent privately before arrival. Check-in is 4:00 PM and checkout is 10:00 AM (Mountain Time).
The Neighborhood:
Drift Cabin sits back in the pines in the Mack's Inn area. The Henry's Fork, the Island Park Golf Course, High Mountain recreational rentals, The Grind Espresso, restaurants, groceries and gas are minutes away, and Island Park Reservoir and Henry's Lake are about a 15-minute drive.
Summer: ATV trails start from the front door. Drive your own vehicle into Yellowstone through the West Entrance, about 22 miles away over the Continental Divide.
Winter: Island Park is one of the West's best-known snowmobile areas, and you can ride your snowmobile straight from the cabin to the trails. From roughly mid-December to mid-March, you can only enter Yellowstone on a guided snowcoach or snowmobile tour.
Getting Around:
You'll want a car; public transportation here is very limited. There's parking on site. Yellowstone's West Entrance is about 22 miles away. In summer you can drive your own vehicle into the park. From roughly mid-December to mid-March, the West Entrance is open to guided snowcoach and snowmobile tours only. In winter, you can ride your snowmobile straight from the cabin to the trails.
Nearest airports:
Idaho Falls Regional: about 90 minutes
Bozeman, MT (Belgrade): about 2 hours
Jackson Hole: about 2 hours
Salt Lake City International: about 4-5 hours
Groceries: For the best selection and prices, stock up in a larger town on the way in, such as Rexburg or Bozeman. If you forget something, Sam Patch Co. on N. Big Springs Loop in Island Park has plenty of items. There's also Market Place and Food Round Up in West Yellowstone, and Dave's Jubilee in Ashton.
Other Things to Note:
Sleeps 12 maximum.
Primary renter must be 21 or older.
2-night minimum stay.
No smoking and no pets.
The cabin is permitted for 12 guests only.
The property does not have air conditioning.
Winter visits to Yellowstone are guided-tour only (snowcoach or snowmobile). Book tours ahead in peak season.
Island Park winters are serious mountain winters. Plan for snow and bring a capable vehicle.
Interaction with Guests:
Check-in is contactless, so you can settle in without meeting anyone. For questions before or during your stay, you can reach our Sawtelle Property Management team by calling or texting the numbers in the guest binder inside the cabin.