Location: Cody, Wyoming, USA (Historic Downtown Area)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
We want to invite you to stay at our Historic Hargraves House built in 1906 by wealthy sheep farmer Reuben C. Hargraves. It is believed that the future Mrs. Hargraves wouldn't marry Mr. Hargraves and move to Cody unless he built her a house just like hers in Illinois. The home was later used in 1918 as a setting for the silent movie "Hellcat" starring Geraldine Farrar. The Hargraves lived in the house until 1929. There have only been 6 owners since.
The home is nearly all original according to photos taken at the time of construction and has been well preserved and maintained while also offering modern amenities and first class comfort.
Relax and sit on the large front porch with a cold lemonade or have a family barbecue on the large rear patio in the shade of century old trees, or even play a game of cards on the basket porch on the side of the house.
The house is situated on a corner lot consisting of 3 city lots so there is plenty of grass and garden areas to enjoy.
Our home is located just one block from the World Famous Buffalo Bill Cody Museums which features 5 amazing museums.
We are also one block away from the historical downtown of Cody which features numerous shops and restaurant as well as art galleries, antique stores and western outfitters as well as the Buffalo Bill Cody city park which has a playground, mini golf and tennis courts as well as summer country music concerts in its amphitheater. A major attraction downtown is the nightly gunfight in front of the Irma Hotel, named for Buffalo Bill Cody's daughter.
While here in the summer, be sure to enjoy the Cody Rodeo because "Cody is Rodeo"! Every year, the Cody Stampede runs from July 1st-4th and coincides with Cody's Independence Day parade held on July 3rd and 4th. Also, be sure to enjoy white water rafting, horseback riding, world class fly fishing, mountain biking, hunting and hiking all within minutes away.
If you decide to visit Yellowstone National Park, and you should, it is a scenic one hour drive west to the east entrance of Yellowstone. Be sure to look for wildlife including bears, deer, moose and buffalo as well as wonders such as the Buffalo Bill Cody dam and lake, scenic mountains, waterfalls, rivers and geysers.
Cody has its very own airport, or fly into Billings, Montana, just 2 hours drive north.
Also be sure to visit Red Lodge, Montana, just one hour drive north for all your winter sports needs.
We would love to have you as our guests to share in a little slice of the western history Cody has to offer!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: There is a swamp cooler on the main level as well as an air conditioner in the master bedroom on the second level.
- Washer: There is a laundry room in the basement so you don't have to hear those running while on vacation!
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: All of the linens and towels are quality 100% cotton. There are also beach towels for you to use with the hot tub.
- Covered Parking: There is a 2 car carport for use.
- Off Street Parking: The driveway is long so besides the carport, there is also parking for 2 more vehicles.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: There is parking for an RV, boat or trailer on the city street. Check with the owner per parking restrictions from the city.
- Wood Fireplace: There is a wood burning fireplace in the living room that is original to the home.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: There are 3 bedrooms with queen beds including the master bedroom.
- Bunk Bed: There is a set of bunkbeds in the cowboy room for your little wranglers.
- Crib: A crib is available upon request.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: There are DVD and VHS movies available for use.
- Video Game Console: There is a Playstation 2 available for use (if you want to offer it)
- Video Games: There are some Playstation 2 games available for use.
- CD Player
- Private Hot Tub: There is an above ground hot tub on the rear patio to enjoy on those summer nights after a hard day of fishing, hiking, rafting or horseback riding.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, dishwasher, trash compactor, microwave and 4 burner cooktop.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: The kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed to cook a full blown country dinner.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: There is a large rear patio for relaxing in the sun, a basket porch on the side of the house for breakfast or a card game and a large front porch for reading a book in one of our rocking chairs.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: You can see the lovely Yellowstone mountain range while you do dishes in the kitchen or when you look out your bedroom window.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): WiFi is available on unsecured networks in the area.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: There are plenty of toy, games and puzzles available in the cowboy room to keep little ones busy.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: An adult over 25 must be staying at the premises. We will not sign a rental contract with vacationing students or singles under age 25 unless accompanied by an adult guardian/parent.
- Smoking Not Allowed: This home has been non-smoking for years. Smoking is NOT allowed under any circumstances on the property.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Our home is located one block form the historic downtown area of Cody, one block from the World Famous Buffalo Bill Cody Museums, a 5 minute drive from the Cody/Yellowstone airport and an incredibly scenic one hour drive from the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer .. May 23-Sep 05 .. $2100/week (Sat-Sat)
Winter .. Sep 05-May 23 .. $1700/week (Sat-Sat)
Cleaning Fee - $150
Plus 4% City Occupancy tax
Security Deposit - $500 (Required)
Holiday weeks may be slightly higher
We require a 3 night minimum stay, nightly rates are $300/night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- The Hargraves House-front view - Cody, WY House with Mountain View, Private Hot Tub close to Museums and Wildlife Viewing
- Gourmet kitchen - Cody, WY House with Mountain View, Private Hot Tub close to Museums and Wildlife Viewing
- Cowboy room-Twin bunk beds - Cody, WY House with Mountain View, Private Hot Tub close to Museums and Wildlife Viewing
- Blue room-Queen Bed
- Pink room-Queen Bed
- Green room-Master bedroom with Queen Bed
- Family room with cozy fireplace and big screen TV
- Dining room
- Bathroom with soaking tub and walk in shower
- Side view of house
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