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LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack

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A log cabin interior with a living room, staircase, and a balcony.
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A log cabin with a balcony overlooking a river, surrounded by mountains.
A log cabin room with a bed, a fireplace, a television, and a large window.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a view of the mountains through the door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located along the water, this cabin features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 10 guests. It offers stunning water views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore hiking, biking, kayaking, and motorboating nearby, while attractions like Yellowstone Park Zipline and Yellowstone Historic Center provide additional adventure opportunities.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Yellowstone Park West Entrance
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Gas barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Patio
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Primary bedroom suite - lower level

1 Queen Bed

Loft bedroom - open to great room

2 Single Beds

Main floor bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Main floor bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Main floor Primary bedroom suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3 Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Primary room bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack

News for 2027 - This platform will charge us 12% of your total booking and a guest service fee in 2027. Montana State property taxes are set to rise next month by 87% for short term rentals. We feel badly that we will need to increase our 2027 rates going forward. There are only 3 weeks available for 2027 and we will most likely no longer rent after that as we can no longer be competitive with our pricing.

*LOCATED 25 MINUTES FROM WEST YELLOWSTONE
Map does show in town but we are actually outside of town on the Madison River. Yellowstone National Park and West Yellowstone are only 30 mi. away which is a short 25 min. drive.

FISH RIGHT FROM THE PROPERTY IN THE BEST WADE SECTION OF THE MADISON RIVER. OUR PROPERTY GOES TO THE WATER.

You will feel welcomed in our river front luxury log home! We built our custom home in 2014, it is 3800 sq. ft. which features 4 bedrooms (Incl. TWO MASTER SUITES), the 5th bedroom is a spacious loft, 3 full bathrooms and a game room with second living/bar area. Our home can sleep 10 people on 3 levels. The home sits on a one acre lot along the river and is just a short drive off the main road.

Home is furnished completely with locally made, custom Montana log and barn wood furniture. ALL BEDSPREADS, blankets and sheets, are professionally laundered after each guest! We are sure no other home in the area provides this service.

The great room overlooks the river and mountains with comfortable reclining sofas and chairs around a gas fireplace. The views are breathtaking! For the foodies, there is a fully-stocked chefs kitchen with large center island. Quality beds, pillows and linens are few things to make your stay very comfortable. Down by the river you will find a cozy fire pit with firewood and 10 Adirondack chairs for s'mores and stargazing. The deck has a Weber Genesis gas grill with tall bar table and a dining table and chairs. There are two sets of HE washers/dryers for convenience, all soaps and dryer sheets provided. We have taken great care to ensure you have all the comforts of home!

MAIN FLOOR: open kitchen, dining and great room, one master suite, two other guests bedrooms, a full bathroom and laundry area.
LARGE OPEN LOFT: has two twin beds with sitting area.
LOWER LEVEL/WALKOUT BASEMENT: second master suite and another living room/bar area with TV, space for all your fishing gear, rod and wader racks. Our concrete floors make it convenient for changing inside at night or when wet. Just off this room is a second set of laundry and a game room with foosball, ping pong, corn hole for outside, poker set and a large collection of board games.

There are many rivers and lakes nearby as well as Yellowstone, making this is the perfect home base to explore the area. Fish the Madison, Henry's Fork, Gallatin or rivers inside Yellowstone park. Hebgen Lake, Cliff and Wade lakes, Henry's Lake, Earthquake lake are all minutes away.

Enjoy the photos to get an idea of our home and area!

~Randy and Samantha

NOTES:

Saturday to Saturday only (occasionally we can offer exceptions, message us to inquire).
NO smoking and NO pets.
CHECK OUT is 9:30am
*7 hours is needed to properly clean
CHECK IN is 4:30 pm or later (please do not arrive early)
Included in the HOST FEE : Cleaning & trash removal $400, Laundry $150
Accidental Damage Insurance in the amount of $5000 coverage IS REQUIRED, please purchase during booking process, This is not the Trip/travel insurance. You can purchase through VRBO with Global Generali for $119 per stay and we must have a copy of the policy before your stay or we will cancel your reservation. We can purchase this policy for you via our website with Safely for $99, please let us know and I can add a one time fee to your booking upon request to cover that policy. If you select cash deposit, insurance will be added and a link for payment sent to you.

A single exterior security camera has been installed on the forward-most porch support post, positioned to face away from the residence toward the parking area. It is not located on the front door and does not monitor entry into the home.
The camera is exterior only, is used solely for safety and property protection, and is configured not to record audio. There are no cameras located inside the home, and guest privacy within the residence is fully respected.

We don't accept travel discounts, points or coupons from VRBO or other travel sites.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children count in the 10 max occupancy.
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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
NO smoking cigarettes, cigars, vaping, marijuana
The person making reservation must be the person staying. At no time can there be additional guests or you will need to leave without refund. No pets.
Damage insurance of $5000 must be purchased. You will be liable for any damage not covered or above coverage amount.
No trespassing on neighbors property. No RV's on property, no tents. No fire pit use during mandatory burn ban. No coolers on porch due to bears.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 502203vb
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, a first aid kit 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

About the area

West Yellowstone

Located in West Yellowstone, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and Yellowstone Big Gun Fun. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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West Yellowstone, MT

What's nearby

  • Museum of the Yellowstone - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Yellowstone Town Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hanks Chop Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Buffalo Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wild West Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Firehole Bar-B-Que - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

As of 4 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack on 22 Aug, 2027 start from S$11,551, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is LUXURY MADISON RIVER FRONT LOG HOME - close to Yellowstone NP The Caddis Shack located?

This family-friendly West Yellowstone cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Gallatin National Forest and West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center. Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was everything we dreamed of. It had all the comforts of home and then some.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home right on the Madison. We came in for a family vacation and it was perfect for all of our needs. They went above and beyond stocking the house with everything you could possibly need. The beds were VERY comfortable and the kitchen was very well stocked. The welcome basket was also a nice surprise. Would recommend to any family looking for a super cozy getaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will DEFINITELY want to stay here again!! The hosts thought of absolutely everything! Beautiful home, every amenity, perfect location and excellent communication. The welcome basket was lovely! We enjoyed every single minute with our family of 7. The home is so enjoyable we never even made it to Yellowstone! Thank you for a memorable stay, and we hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Samantha and Randy's home. They were very responsive and welcoming! They thought of everything that you could want or need! Very family-friendly.We can't wait to come back. Thanks so much!Paula, Dan and family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful place to stay. I highly recommend it!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you! This not one of our top 5 vrbo, this was our # 1. If we could give a higher rating we would.It's a little out side of west yellowstone but we drove by the most beautiful lake and river ( which ran behind the cabin) worth the drive. Yall thought of every little thing we could have needed and provided it all to us. Everything!!! If we come back to this area we WILL stay here. It felt like home. Our kids and grandkids enjoyed it as well. We have a fisherman in the grandkids, he was in heaven. We have one who doesn't like vacations and on the last day he was making plans for next year. This is in part thanks to how easy and pleasant yall made it for us. Again thank you, thank you so much
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend staying here! Beautiful location, beautiful home, the owners thought of everything to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review, we are so glad your stay was comfortable, that is important to us. You're welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home on the Madison River
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The guys really enjoyed the location and being able to fly fish out the back door. The fishing guides also fished very close to the house. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!! This house had everything you could possibly need on vacation. Super clean and very well stocked. The amount of detail the hosts put into this house was top notch. Check in and out was very easy. And the location was great, centrally located for all of our activities. Hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2025
We are so glad our home was perfect for your family vacation! Thank you for the feedback on how well we stocked our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a large family!!

Our family vacation was amazing and the house was perfect for our family. You have everything you need and more. The views are beautiful and the sound of the river is incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
So glad you enjoyed the house, thanks for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gateway to adventure

Wonderful property, amenities, and location. We loved the proximity to Yellowstone and fly fishing in the Madison right in the backyard. Our kids are already planning their return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your trip and the home. Thank you for the nice review, you’re welcome back anytime!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place

The caddis shack was a suprisingly spacious house right on the Madison river. The view of the sunset from the back porch was breath taking. Getting to Yellowstone was a breeze and every local I talked to seemed to have nothing but good things to say about the owners. I would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Hi Michael, So glad you enjoyed your visit to Montana! Thanks! Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best Family Trip

We had the most amazing family trip! The house was perfect in every aspect. We loved the location on the river and the convenience to West Yellowstone and Yellowstone! The house was very clean and the most well stocked house we have every stayed in!! Samantha and Randy were very accommodating and helpful!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much! We are so happy you enjoyed our home and your family time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house on Madison River

We had a great time staying at Caddis Shack. The house is awesome. Very clean and comfortable. The scenery is beautiful. Great kitchen. Fun playing ping pong and foosball
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
We are happy you enjoyed you stay and had fun in the game room! Thank you for the nice review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The BEST

Great house with all details thought through. Good fishing with rear yard accessibility.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Week Ever!

Staying at the Caddis Shack was incredible. The property is beautiful and the house is perfect--all the touches of home and make sure you save time to utilize the game room as it led to hours of fun for us! We couldn't have asked for a better week and this property is one we feel very fortunate to have been able to book and stay at. Thank you Samantha and Randy for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2024
I’m so glad you enjoyed the house! Thank you again for choosing us, come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family stay

Our family had a great week at Caddis Shack. We all agreed this was the best vacation house we have stayed at. The hosts really set the experience apart by making you feel more like family than unknown guests. They thought of everything and the house is very well appointed. We spent our days visiting Yellowstone and evenings enjoying the river while we prepared dinners. Thank you Samantha for opening up your home to us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Thank you for visiting! We are so happy you had a good experience and felt like family. You guys are always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Time

Our family group of 9 spent a week at Chaddis Shack. Our sons ages 15 to 26 enjoyed fishing in the river. Our whole group visited, YNP, West Yellowstone, Tetons. We hiked Sheep Lake trail. We enjoyed the fire pit, big dinners and the game room. Perfect time to relax and reconnect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your trip! Thanks again for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This was such an amazing property. The homeowners thought of everything. It was so well kept and clean. They provided so many things to help you feel right a home and enjoy your stay. They were great with communication before and during our stay. The river was so peaceful and calming. We would love to return to the property and we would recommend this property to anyone looking to enjoy a Yellowstone adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Thank you and we are so glad you enjoyed our home and had a great family vacation. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking

We had a blast, fished the Madison, went to Yellowstone, went horseback riding, shot fully automatic guns in West Yellowstone and enjoyed the house. We had 4 adults and 4 teens. There was something for everyone. The owner of the property was amazing and literally thought of everything. A trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2024
We are happy you enjoyed our home and your vacation. Sounds like you had many memorable adventures. Thank you for the lovely review and being such wonderful guests. You are welcome back anytime!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing family vacation in a beautiful home!!

The Caddis Shack is a beautiful log home right on the Madison River. The owners have thought of every detail from binoculars and the Audubon Field Guide to Birds, to toddler plates and cups to the most comfortable beds. We barbqued and ate on the deck almost every night but we had a difficult time reading the books we brought because we kept staring at amazing view! Randy and Sam's suggestions for places to eat and river guides were spot on. Our son was fly fishing like a pro by the end of the trip (thanks to Madison River Outfitters and Rick Welle)! We didn't want to leave so We have already booked our trip for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Thank you Jessica! That warms our hearts! So glad you had a great time! See you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at this property. The attention to detail throughout the home was top notch. Everything was incredibly well thought out and beautifully maintained. The kitchen was one of the best stocked we have ever experienced, with modern appliances and everything we needed to cook and enjoy meals as a family.From extra linens to helpful labels and thoughtful touches in every room, it is clear the hosts truly care about making the stay comfortable and seamless. The home had a welcoming feel from the moment we arrived and was spotless throughout.Communication was also fantastic—quick, clear, and helpful every step of the way. The hosts went above and beyond, answering all of our questions and even helping us plan parts of our vacation. We felt supported from booking through checkout.We would not hesitate to book again. This place really sets the standard for what a vacation rental should be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing vacation with breathtaking scenery.

We had an amazing time here. Great location for fishing. My sons fished most of the week and caught a lot of trout. I'm somewhat of a germaphobe and can have a hard time relaxing at vacation homes, but I did not have that problem here. The house was very clean. We all enjoyed snacking of the basket of goodies that was left for us, especially after traveling all day. It was a sweet gesture. Randy and Samantha were easy to work with and were always quick to answer any questions we had. We look forward to coming back again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your vacation! We are also fellow germaphobes, and can relate, this is why the house is so clean! Happy you enjoyed the goodies and fishing was a success! Thanks for staying! ~Samantha and Randy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seriously? Seriously!

The owners of this property put in SO MUCH care and attention to this house and our experience there. So many details to make your stay a good one are done right. Not to overstate things, but ALL of the details! And it's exceptionally clean. It's clear they have stayed at many vacation rental properties and applied all of the things they saw and liked to their own property. If you are considering staying at this property, just pull the trigger. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
Thank you Dave! You are correct, we rented before and learned what needs to be in a home for vacationers! Glad you had a great time!

About the host

Hosted by Randy and Samantha Arbogast

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Randy and Samantha, owners of the Caddis Shack.

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to fish the Madison River since 2000. Over the years we have stayed in motels in West Yellowstone, brought our RV to West Yellowstone and rented homes along the river. We really wanted to have a home on the right water and offer it as a rental to others coming here. In 2012, we were able to buy this lot and finished building our custom log home in 2014. So much thought has gone into making this the best rental around. We used our experience as guests ourselves and provided what we felt all the others were missing. We want you to enjoy our home with family and friends, feel at peace listening to the river and taking in all Montana has to offer. It's the perfect getaway spot!!

What makes this property unique

Private fishing access from our waterfront home. Gorgeous Montana furnishings make our house feel like home. Close to the Park and many other local towns, rivers and lakes. The pictures don’t do it justice!

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