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Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!!

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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View of the house from across the Madison River.
North facing exterior
South facing of new Hot Tub installed Summer of '21
River front deck
Living room with kitchen and open loft above, 8/28/22

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 81900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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West Yellowstone, MT
  • Place, West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Park West Entrance
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Studio apt.

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Studio

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!!

'Check out our Video - scroll to the right of the last picture above.'

Our custom built, 1600 sf cabin, which we affectionately refer to as 'The Fishing Shack', was completed in the fall of 2008. An additional 350 sf studio apartment was completed in 2013. The property is located on the Madison River, known for its majestic beauty and world class fly fishing. The cabin is a gorgeous, 35 minute drive to the entrance of Yellowstone National Park and about an hour to the winter hot spot, Big Sky Ski Resort. With its fabulous location, reclaimed barnwood floors, custom kitchen, 3 flat screen TVs, a Jotul wood-burning stove, and floor to ceiling windows, it is a magical vacation spot.

The primary suite has a queen bed with pillow top mattress, Smart TV, French doors opening to a 5 person Jacuzzi Tub overlooking the river, and a custom built pebble shower with dual shower heads (including a rain head). There are two bedrooms upstairs, each with log bunk beds (twin on top & queen below). Open the windows and let the smell of the mountains and the sound of the river lull you to sleep. The open loft has a cozy seating area, a third TV with DVD player, and game system for the kids (and the kids at heart). Directly on the river, you will find a large fire pit perfect for staying warm and making s'mores while watching the fishermen in your family catch that big brown just feet away.

Our cabin is located 30 minutes south of Ennis and 35 minutes from the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park. It is situated in a friendly residential community with about six other homes and delightful neighbors. It is across the river from a Forest Service campground and a short walk to the world famous 'Grizzly Bar & Grill' (you must sample their delightful wine selection).

Fill the long summer days with activities such as fishing from the property, floating the Madison, exploring Yellowstone National Park, hiking beautiful mountain trails, horseback riding, listening to live music while sipping local wines and soaking in the Norris Hot Springs, experiencing an authentic Montana rodeo or riding the antique railway in historic Virginia City.

We hope you enjoy our cabin as much as we do, and we look forward to sharing the beauty of Montana with you.

~The Stewarts
Dave and Heather
Cole, Emerson, Eve and Soleil

Keywords: Cabin, Madison, Yellowstone, Montana, hot tub, fly fishing

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a max of two cars allowed in the driveway and NO trailers or motorhomes allowed, as our driveway cannot accommodate RV's.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

West Yellowstone

Located in West Yellowstone, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Great Whirligig and Yellowstone Big Gun Fun are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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West Yellowstone, MT

What's nearby

  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playmill Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yellowstone Park Zipline - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Buffalo Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wild West Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hanks Chop Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Firehole Bar-B-Que - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cabin on the Madison! 35 minutes to Yellowstone Nat'l Park!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of West Yellowstone Town Park, Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Gallatin National Forest and Great Whirligig are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great property. The river is peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful and has everything you need for a comfortable visit. The kitchen is amazing and sitting on the deck overlooking the Madison river is the best. Yellowstone and Montana did not disappoint, we hope to visit again. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are not enough words to describe how beautiful the setting this cabin has. The cabin inside is amazing, the beautiful deck out back!! Would definitely recommend for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireille W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very welcoming, extremely clean, and just a lovely riverfront cabin vibe. It was wonderfully stocked with all the necessities from steak seasonings to toilet paper and paper towels, and things that normally you don’t find. My family hiked in Yellowstone and fly fish in the evenings. And had coffee on the deck with warm comforters in the morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Gorgeous house. Loved the river to fish right there. Host was responsive and helpful. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was absolutely beautiful and in a great location. It was clean and had everything you could need. We had a great time and look forward to staying here again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Beautiful location and beautiful house. Great place to stay if you're visiting Yellowstone or just to hang out and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from staying a week at the “Fishing Shack” and absolutely loved everything about this cabin! The pictures of the cabin are great but wait until you see it for yourself, the owners really put their heart and soul into every detail and it showed! The sound of the Madison each night is something special. We loved the location as we could drive into the park or go the opposite way to Ennis and Virginia City. Amazing place!! We hope to return and definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arihant J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

It’s a very nice and comfortable property along side the Madison river
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What amazing home and location! We had the most relaxing and fun trip! My husband keeps asking when we’re going back! The home has everything you need and the location is great, especially if you’re fishing. We spent a day in Ennis (30 minutes away), and went to Yellowstone which was about 40 minutes. My husband caught a rainbow trout close to the house. You’re not close to much but I think it made for a perfect trip. There is a restaurant in walking distance with great food and service (we’re from New Orleans so we think our food is the best but this was delicious)!Please note there is no a/c in the house but with the fans we were fine. We will definitely go back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous view and beautiful home on the Madison River. Some days my family wanted to leave Yellowstone to spend time at this home, so that says a lot. Easy and pretty drive from the West entrance and a short drive to Historic Virginia City (mining town). Listening to the river and soaking up the mountain views from the spacious deck or hot tub made for a relaxing and comfortable trip. Hands down one of my family’s favorite vacations and this home played a big part in it. Definitely recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

It was a beautiful house and the location on the Madison River was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin

Beautiful cabin! . Very well stocked. Beautiful views. Loved listening to the river. The beds were so comfortable!! It was a bit far to drive to Yellowstone. It takes about 45 minutes. Ennis was a quaint ittle town with a great butcher shop. Owner was very responsive to an issue that we had. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abagail M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

We thoroughly enjoyed the cabin and its location. It was a lovely drive into West Yellowstone. Great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Madison river getaway

We loved our stay! Great home even better location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Place, Location Wasnt As Expected

The cabin was amazing, the river was great, the communication with owner was great. Only negative was online it showed it was IN west yellowstone, its actually 40 mins west of west yellowstone so it was a LOT more driving than expected. The location is misrepresented on Vrbo
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely incredible! Our family of 6 stayed in this beautifully crafted cabin and couldn't have been happier. This is the best vrbo we've booked.. We loved the location right on the Madison River with a gorgeous view of the mountain range. My husband visited the local fly shop (Galloup's Slide Inn) which was just a 10 min drive with a wonderful staff who even gave him an impromptu fly fishing lesson! Easy and beautiful drive to West Yellowstone with more food options in town than we were expecting. Make sure to stop by Firehole BBQ and Mountain Mama's coffee house for a huckleberry pie and bison pot pie.Ps we loved the photo book of the cabin. You built such a special home and we appreciate you sharing with our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

had a great time at a wonderful home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

You could feel the love and care that the owners have for there home. We had a fabulous time. Fantastic location. Thank yoi
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and owner was great to work with

This property was great and really clean. Fishing was good even though it was a little low.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob H., Chelsea, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Madison River Cabin

Beautiful cabin on a beautiful river! We really enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous River Biews

The house was beautiful! Modern and clean. The back deck with the river views was amazing. Owner was very responsive to questions and made sure our stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Country

Our family had the best time staying at The Fishing Shack. We put a lot of miles on the car doing lots of things. Beautiful hikes and scenery! It was always nice to come back to the huge deck overlooking the Madison river. We did not want to leave!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

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