Cabin
The Back of Beyond
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4225 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
About this property
The Back of Beyond
Small guest cabin secluded quiet. Fantastic views into Yellowstone off the porch.
Features a sleeping loft and a sleeper sofa. We adhere to dark sky’s the Milky Way is incredible
There is no cell service in the valley. There is a small general store in Cooke City but no grocery stores. Stop before you get to the park to stock up
DIRECTIONS TO THE BACK OF BEYOND:
PRINT OUT THESE DIRECTIONS AND BRING THEM WITH YOU AS THERE IS NO CELL SERVICE UNTIL YOU ARE IN THE CABIN
Address: 161 US Highway 212 West
DIRECTIONS FROM COOKE CITY:
The driveway is 2.2 miles from the Community Center.
It is the 3rd driveway ON THE RIGHT past the HORSEBACK Riding sign.
There will be signs for Hartsoe, Kellogg and Wolf Crossing on the trees. There are no lights on the highway.
The cabin is 1/4 mile from 212, keep right at the Y’s and look for the Hartsoe sign. The cabin is at the very top of the hill.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE NORTHEAST GATE OF YELLOWSTONE PARK:
The drive is 1.5 miles from the NE gate. It is the 1st drive on the LEFT after the Horseback Riding sign. There will be small signs on the trees for Hartsoe, Kellough and Wolf Crossing. The cabin is 1/4 mile from 212. Keep right at the Y’s and follow the Hartsoe signs to the very top of the hill.
Features a sleeping loft and a sleeper sofa. We adhere to dark sky’s the Milky Way is incredible
There is no cell service in the valley. There is a small general store in Cooke City but no grocery stores. Stop before you get to the park to stock up
DIRECTIONS TO THE BACK OF BEYOND:
PRINT OUT THESE DIRECTIONS AND BRING THEM WITH YOU AS THERE IS NO CELL SERVICE UNTIL YOU ARE IN THE CABIN
Address: 161 US Highway 212 West
DIRECTIONS FROM COOKE CITY:
The driveway is 2.2 miles from the Community Center.
It is the 3rd driveway ON THE RIGHT past the HORSEBACK Riding sign.
There will be signs for Hartsoe, Kellogg and Wolf Crossing on the trees. There are no lights on the highway.
The cabin is 1/4 mile from 212, keep right at the Y’s and look for the Hartsoe sign. The cabin is at the very top of the hill.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE NORTHEAST GATE OF YELLOWSTONE PARK:
The drive is 1.5 miles from the NE gate. It is the 1st drive on the LEFT after the Horseback Riding sign. There will be small signs on the trees for Hartsoe, Kellough and Wolf Crossing. The cabin is 1/4 mile from 212. Keep right at the Y’s and follow the Hartsoe signs to the very top of the hill.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Silver Gate
Located in Silver Gate, this cabin is in the mountains. Cooke City General Store is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Silver Gate, MT
What's nearby
- Cooke City Montana Museum - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
- Clarks Fork Trail - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
- Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
- Cooke City General Store - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
- Miners Saloon Casino & Emporium - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Restaurants
- Cooke City Coffee - 4 min drive
- The Bistro - 4 min drive
- Wooka’s Wild Eats - 4 min drive
- Prospector Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Montasia - 4 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff G.
21 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monique M.
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and Peaceful
Monique M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine C.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christine C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barb M.
12 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Barb M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa T.
20 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
David H.
21 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yellowstone trip
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sian H.
19 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming log cabin
Sian H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monique M.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Vacation Property
Monique M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mick S.
26 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you, amazing stay
Mick S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bailey B.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bailey B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charles W.
6 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charles W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Candice H.
8 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Candice H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard G.
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth G.
12 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort in the wilderness
Beth G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Perry T.
18 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to enjoy the park
Perry T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
LAURA R.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome jewell
LAURA R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Randy S.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the mountains
Randy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
roberta c.
22 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely remote cabin near Yellowstone
roberta c.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel G.
27 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a YNP trip
Rachel G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kresent W.
11 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain getaway
Kresent W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
11 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Omar G.
5 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In touch with nature
Omar G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Renea S.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful view from the porch
Renea S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Isha C.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cabin!
Isha C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jack Hartsoe
My wife and I are from Houston, we spend our summers at the property since we retired.
Why they chose this property
We backup to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness area with views into Yellowstone Park. The park entrance is one mile away. Fly fishing, hiking and the incredible Lamar Valley is right on our doorstep
What makes this property unique
The property is an old gold mine called the Yellowstone Placer Co. my wife’s great grandfather acquired the property in the late 30’s. Through the years the property was inherited by our many cousins, aunts and friends.
Languages:
English
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