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The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park

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A large wooden cabin with a prominent central glass section, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the upper levels.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in stove.
A spacious log cabin interior with a wooden staircase leading to a loft, a cozy living area with a large sofa and a fireplace, and a kitchen area with bar stools.
A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and a view into the dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mack's Inn Playhouse
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Island Park, ID
  • Place, Mack's Inn Playhouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Henrys Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Park West Entrance
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1-Master main floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2- Loft

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3-Loft

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4-Basement

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5-Basement

1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1-Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2-Main floor

Toilet

Bathroom 3-Loft

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4-Loft

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5-Basement

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park

This Cozy Cabin "Sawtelle lookout" is located at the base of the Sawtelle mountain. Large cabin windows to view the beautiful sunsets. Open fields for snowmobiling, kite skiing/boarding in the winter and four wheeling in the summer. This Cabin is located just 20 minutes from Yellowstone National park entrance. Prime location for fabulous fishing or just relaxing around a campfire cooking smores with family and friends.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 pack and plays and 2 children's rollaways
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 785698vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Island Park

Island Park is home to this cabin. Mack's Inn Playhouse and Museum of the Yellowstone are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and Yellowstone Big Gun Fun. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Map
Island Park, ID

What's nearby

  • Mack's Inn Playhouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Big Springs - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Harriman State Park - 18 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Henrys Lake - 21 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 38 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shotgun Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sabor - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Connies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Pop Shop - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sawtelle Lookout- A Cozy Cabin Just 20 Minutes Outside Of Yellowstone Park located?

This family-friendly Island Park cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Caribou-Targhee National Forest and Mack's Inn Playhouse. Big Springs and Island Park Reservoir are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect.We were in Idaho/Wyoming for a trip to Yellowstone.The house was the perfect location.There were a total of 7 staying in the house (6 adults and 1 child) We had plenty of room to add more guests.Also the house is beautiful, and we had antelope visit the front yard every morning,Until next time
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and view was gorgeous. Plenty of things to do in the area. Had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for my large family of 15!!! We would stay there again if we’re ever thst way!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house accommodated our family of eight with lots of room to spare. The teenage children loved having the downstairs were there was plenty of games to keep them busy. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen well stocked and the view out the back of the house great. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and great location for our large family. One of the best stocked places we've stayed. Our trip into Yellowstone each day was easy and the new Internet provider was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great and fun with the pool tables and theatre room. The listing does need to be updated…there is no spa, but a spa-like bathroom. Just not listed properly. The spices provided were more extensive than any home we have ever rented. We had a minor problem with a malfunctioning smoke detector and they were there to repair it within 30 minutes. Would highly recommend Brandi’s place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay and want to extend our sincere thanks to the host family. When we discovered and reported an issue the property manager was swift and decisive about rendering a solution. This turned what could have been a potentially souring experience into a winning one
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic! The kids enjoyed the games and the adults loved the house. Great separation of space for all. Easy in and out of Yellowstone. Beds were very comfortable. The view of Satelle was a nice surprise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was fantastic! Location and views out of this world ! Highly recommended for any family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Loved the cabin it was the perfect place for me and my family to go and remember my father.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property and Views

The property was beautiful inside and the views from the huge windows were spectacular. Everyone in our party was very pleased with the accommodations and the property is well taken care of. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you want it to be!

Easy communication, and stellar accommodations! Close to West Yellowstone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Yellowstone Trip

We had a great time at the cabin! We went into Yellowstone every day and the cabins location worked out excellent. The cabin has great mountain views and sunsets were awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Views

We had an amazing time! There was plenty to do for all age groups with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Yellowstone trip with family!

This home is fantastic! Absolutely gorgeous and spacious and has every amenity one could need. Our group of 12 loved this home, it was very comfortable and the proximity to Yellowstone was great. Beautiful setting and views as well. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Home

It was a fantastic home, very clean and spacious. If we ever come back to Yellowstone we will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home!

This home was perfect for our group and had everything we needed. Beautiful location and views from the property, great theater room and pool table, comfy beds! Hope to come back someday!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were thrilled with our stay here. The cabin was clean, accomodating in every way. It is fully stocked with every thing you need, which is rare! You can tell that it is taken care of by the home owner itself and not a property management company. You felt at home! The location was fantastic for all things delightful in Island Park and West Yellowstone. Thanks for a great stay, we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding property for a variety of fun

We had a great time and I was very impressed with the property. It’s a very easy drive to West Yellowstone, lakes, rivers and a variety of fun places. My family also loved the yard and privacy. Outstanding property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect getaway

We had a fabulous time, the location was perfect, and the cabin more than met our needs. It was like a retreat. Gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yellowstone visit

We visited Yellowstone (15 persons) for one week. This home is perfect for a family week. Cozy, large, it has all you need, and is only 20 minutes from West Yellowstone entrance. The Pickering family are wonderful hosts. We loved this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Reunion

Beautiful cabin with many features that enhanced our stay. We loved the 3 levels so that each age group could enjoy their own activities. The views were beautiful and the location was convenient to exploring the natural beauty of the W Yellowstone area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning cabin! My entire family enjoyed staying here. The teens loved the theater room. The adults gathered in the main living space and enjoyed each other’s company. Having 2 refrigerators was very convenient. Everything we needed was provided. Close proximity to West Yellowstone for shopping and easy entry to the park. We had a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, family friendly

This was a beautiful cabin. We had 14 family members and there was plenty of room to spread out. It was located near most anything you want to do in IP. We really enjoyed watching the Olympics in the theater room! That was a bonus!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our entire family of kids, kids-in-law and grandkids (5) were very excited to travel together to spend a week in Yellowstone National Park and this cabin met all our needs! There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have their own space. The grandchildren especially loved the foosball and pool tables-lots of fun tournaments in the evening! The horseshoe pits definitely got a workout too. The bunkrooms were great too! The main living area with the large picture windows facing Sawtelle mountain provided a wonderful place for the whole family to have an evening meal and join in some crazy card games. The kitchen was large and had everything we needed. We left some ice for the next group of guests and hope that ice maker is prepared soon. There was lots of extra supplies available-paper towels, dish washing detergents, etc. We donated some additional supplies that might be useful to the next guests-ie Bear Spray! Perhaps the most impressive aspect was the beautiful views from the large windows and the sense of quiet serenity as we truly enjoyed being away from the busyness of typical resort areas. What a beautiful place. Thanks for making a special place for families who want to make lifelong memories.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026

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