Location: Island Park, Idaho, USA (55 mi. N of Idaho Falls Airport, 15 mi. NE of St. Anthony) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Lakefront Log Cabin
Secluded log cabin (water on three sides- 50 feet from the lake) on private forested lake (aspen, cottonwood, cedar), approximately one mile long with connecting water-lily pond with sand dunes on the west, only 15 miles NE of St. Anthony, 14 miles NW of Ashton, at the base of the Island Park area, 55 miles from the Idaho Falls Airport. Yellowstone National Park west entrance less than 50 miles, (West Yellowstone is 70 miles), and Teton National Park south entrance only 70 miles.
No motorboats on the lake, but canoes, kayaks, float tubes, small sailboats and paddleboats allowed. Swimming with rope swings. Minimal mosquitoes in the summer and abundant wildlife - bald eagles, trumpeter swans, turtles, frogs, beaver, muskrats, deer, migration path of moose and elk, spectacular fall colors, spring wildflowers. Hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails to everywhere, (8 miles south of High Point), 4 wheeler trails and horseback trails in forest and sand dunes.
Lake is stocked with abundant trout, ecology for fish similar to Henry's Lake. World famous Henry's Fork of the Snake River and Ashton Reservoir (motorboats) only 10 miles away.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer/dryer combination is in the bathroom on the first floor.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Stove : on a river rock hearth
- Beds
- Queen Bed (4) : all log beds
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Dish Network package
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : microwave, toaster, coffee maker, can opener, George Foreman grill
- Cooking Utensils Provided : pancake grill, portable mixer, George Foreman Grill
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : complimentary charcoal and lighter fluid provided
- Deck/Patio : large deck with patio table
- View/Location
- Lakefront : Located on a peninsula with water on three sides, 50 feet from the water
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Other Amenities
- Fireplace (river rock hearth with wood stove), leather couches, log beds, Pets with consent of the owner and security deposit
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : with consent of the owner
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Fishing (all season), Wildlife Viewing (Elk & Moose Migration), Bald eagles, Trumpeter Swans, Downhill Skiing - Grand Targhee 70 miles, 4 Wheeler Trails, No Motorboats on the Lake, free shuttle for snow shoe or cross-counrty skiers
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$1100/week with occupancy of four guests, add $10 per guest per day
above four. $200 a night on weekends and holidays (2 night minimum);
$150 on weekdays for occupancy of two, add $10 per person for
additonal guests. Inquire and call or email for special off season
rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Island Park
Our secluded vacation property, with close proximity to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, is only a 75 minute drive from our home in Idaho Falls, and offered year round recreation opportunity for our family. Swimming, canoeing, fishing and outdoor fires under the stars in the summer, Fall colors and 4 wheeling in the sand dunes adjacent to the lake, and early winter ice skating, and when the snow gets deep great cross country skiing and snow mobiling and the enjoyment of a wood stove.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
Peace, quiet, fires outside and inside, barbecue on the deck and dutch oven cooking, great fishing, wildlife variety from frogs, beavers, trumpeteer swans, birds of all varieties including bald eagles, moose, deer, to a sighting of a wolf.
Owner's Map of Island Park
Having grown up on a lake in northern Minnesota, when Burt Butler moved from North Carolina to Idaho in 1993 to work for the state court system, one of his dreams was to find secluded lakefront property that his four children could enjoy, and ultimately build a cabin that Diane could consider a comfortable second home. That dream came true in 1998 when Burt and Diane Butler found a unique secluded lakefront property on a peninsula with a gentle shoreline and spectacular fishing with no motor boats allowed on the lake. In the Fall of 2001 the elegant and rustic cabin was started and finished in June 2002.
Property Photos
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- View of peninsula and lake from top of sand dune - Island Park, ID - Idaho Cabin Rental - Fishing & Wildlife Paradise!
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- Front of cabin in summer - Island Park, ID - Idaho Cabin Rental - Fishing & Wildlife Paradise!
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- Kitchen and Dining Room (leather couch in foreground) - Island Park, ID - Idaho Cabin Rental - Fishing & Wildlife Paradise!
Traveler Reviews (10)
Great Place that is like a home away from home.
Guest: katiebetsy
(Boise)
Date of Stay: 09/01/07
Review Submitted: 12/19/07
I would love to retutrn to this cabin that is really a huge beautiful clean house on a peninsula. We enjoyed it's accessibility to all the awesome national treasures(Yellowstone, The Grand Tetons and Island Park) Theonly problem was that the DVD player was not working, so I would bring my own for the kids.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Secluded winter fun!
Guest: pedipt
(Rigby, ID)
Date of Stay: 01/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/10
My family had an excellent time at the cabin over a long weekend in January. Burt guided us in by snowmobile over 6 miles of freshly groomed trails and he provided sleds for us to haul our gear. From the cabin you can connect to snowmobile trails that go to the Island Park area. We also enjoyed wonderful cross country skiing from the cabin. If you enjoy ice fishing, the cabin is right on the lake and the fishing is good. The cabin was stocked with plenty of wood for the wood stove and everything needed for a comfortable stay! We had a great time and hope to return again soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Beautiful home but too far from Yellowstone
Guest: C & M
(Boise, ID)
Date of Stay: 10/01/07
Review Submitted: 12/24/07
We absolutely loved this home and it fit our family perfectly. It was a just right balance of rustic beauty and everyday amenities. The lake was lovely and provided great fishing opportunities. The only problem was that the cabin took quite a while to get to from the main highway and was VERY far from Yellowstone. We had snow during our stay and it took us two hours each way to get to Yellowstone. We did not realize this home was so far from the park. The 15 miles from Ashton is on windy roads (about half way it turns to dirt and sand) and takes about 45 minutes to navigate even in our large SUV with four wheel drive. From there it is another hour or more depending on weather to Yellowstone. So if you are looking for a great cabin in a quiet secluded spot to spend some time with loved ones, this house is PERFECT. If you are looking for a place to stay at night while you enjoy Yellowstone during the day, you will be very frustrated by the location of this home. We spent about 10-12 hours driving and $300 on gas during the three days we stayed at the house and drove to Yellowstone each day. We felt misled by the advertised location of the home and our vacation was definitely impacted by the distance from Yellowstone. Next time we will be more careful about pinpointing location. We also couldn't use the fireplace because it had not been cleaned out and was too full of ashes and debris to be used, and there was not enough dry firewood for a fire. There was lots of firewood outside but it was all soaking wet due to rain and snow. We were sad about that because we were really looking forward to the wood stove. But the house itself is lovely and we enjoyed the cabin. We especially enjoyed playing board games together in the evenings.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Karen_HAC38586
(SLC, UT)
Date of Stay: 10/01/05
Review Submitted: 10/10/05
It's been almost 1 year since our visit to the cabin. We loved it! It was the perfect relaxing getaway for us and our 2 kids. The canoe trips around the lake were great fun! The snow made it all so beautiful. We would love to come back someday!
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Guest: The Kremens
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Date of Stay: 09/03/02
Review Submitted: 09/03/02
We want you to know what a great time we had last week in your charming cabin by this wonderful lake. We definitely hope that we can come back some time. Our week exceeded all expectations. By the end of the week, we even caught several fish.
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Guest: The Martins
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Date of Stay: 09/03/02
Review Submitted: 09/03/02
8-25-02 Your cabin is wonderful- exactly the "R & R" we were looking for. We wish we would have had more time to spend on the lake and just relaxing on the deck. A relaxing way to end two & a half weeks on the road exploring. Thanks so much.
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Guest: The Geske"s
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Date of Stay: 09/03/02
Review Submitted: 09/03/02
7-27-02 We also had a wonderful relaxing time! We'd like to stay here all summer! It was a neat to see the frogs, chipmunks, moose, deer, and other critters! Hope to come again!
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Guest: The Elmers and Thornes
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Date of Stay: 09/03/02
Review Submitted: 09/03/02
7-12-02 We had a fabulous time at your cabin! It is so nicely laid-out and decorated. We have paddle boated, kayaked, and canoed. We had a great relaxing time! Thank you so much!
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Guest: The Kremens
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Date of Stay: 09/03/02
Review Submitted: 09/03/02
We want you to know what a great time we had last week in your charming cabin by this wonderful lake. We definitely hope that we can come back some time. Our week exceeded all expectations. By the end of the week, we even caught several fish.
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