Start your Yellowstone National Park and Island Park adventure at Bear Paw Lodge...enjoy a 'perfect cabin-in-the-woods' experience, and feel at home the moment you walk in. Whether you're seeking a family-friendly stay, a romantic getaway for two, or a trip with friends, Bear Paw Lodge offers a beautifully decorated, clean, and convenient home base for all your Yellowstone and Island Park adventures. Just a scenic 25-minute drive from West Yellowstone. The space Sleep 7…all in beds! No makeshift sleeping arrangements or pullouts. Main floor: Master-1 queen bed with en suite bathroom | 1 additional full bath | Well-equipped kitchen with island | Dining table (7) | Family room | Laundry area Second floor: Loft | 2 queen and 1 twin beds | 1/2 bath Nestled on a secluded, 1/3 acre, wooded lot in Island Park, Idaho, experience rustic cabin charm with modern amenities. Bear Paw Lodge has a warmth about it. It simply has a way of drawing you in with its exposed wood beams, tongue and groove wood walls, rustic charm, bear-themed decor and fully remodeled interior. Guests rave about it feeling like home the moment they walk in. You'll love the amenities of the home, delivered by a host who is passionate about providing comfort, cleanliness, and thoughtful little extras. Arrive to the freshness of crisp mountain air, and enjoy the privacy and shade provided by the towering pines and aspen trees heavily scattered around this ideal woodland retreat. This charming, fully remodeled, 1,200-square-foot, bear-themed cabin greets you with a log exterior, bear shutters and generous covered front and back porches. The front door leads you into a newly remodeled and open living space with 2-story vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams over a kitchen, dining area, and family room. Gather and prepare meals in a fully-equipped kitchen that is generously stocked with coffee, cream and sweeteners, tea, a large spice/seasoning selection and everything needed to create meals on-site…including a crock pot. Dine and sip beverages at the kitchen island barstools. Share meals and play games at the dining table, or at the outdoor picnic table, shaded from afternoon sun. Don't forget to freeze some ice packs to throw into a cooler for tomorrow's adventures. We provide both on-site, as a convenience...along with loaner bear spray, fishing gear, first aid, and little extras, in case you forget something. Relax in the cozy family room, centered around a modern propane fireplace and Smart TV - a perfect spot to unwind and relax after a day of exploring and adventure. Take in forest views from the large picture window, and enjoy the cool breeze from the ceiling fan above. Sleep comfortably in a main floor master suite with a queen bed, featuring premium pillows and linens, and an ensuite bathroom. The master is tucked in the back of the cabin, offering privacy from the living area. Settle in with a late night movie on the Smart TV. Store your items away in the closet and dresser...plenty of space to make your own during your stay. Discover the spacious sleeping loft where kids, and adults alike, will enjoy two queen, and one twin beds, a closet, and 1/2 bath. All bedrooms are fashioned with room-darkening curtains, fans, easily accessible power and USB ports for electronics on nightstands, and extra pillows and blankets. Enjoy the convenience of 2-full and 1-half baths so you're not fighting for shower or potty time. There are 2 full baths on the main floor, and a small, but convenient, half bath in the loft. Enjoy a closet full of premium bath sheet-size towels, hand towels, make-up washcloths, body wash, toilet paper, etc. Immerse yourself in nature with the outdoor spaces and amenities available for your use, including covered front and back decks with seating. Enjoy a peaceful morning cup of coffee (provided), chat with friends and family, or prepare meals on the propane grill. You may encounter a visit from the squirrels, fox, song birds, moose, elk and deer that call our neighborhood home. Occasional mountain rainstorms are common, and grilling meals under cover is a plus. Enjoy meals at the picnic table, which is shaded in the evening, and a perfect spot for dinner outside. Create memories as you warm up on a cool mountain night around the fire pit out back. Roast marshmallows or cook dinner over the open flame (you can find marshmallow roasting/hotdog sticks in the kitchen, and firewood on site). Oversize, comfortable stacking chairs (with cup holders and lumbar support) are available for your use around the fire pit. Have questions, or want local trip planning advice? Access an extremely thorough welcome book (available in over 100 languages), which I share with you digitally. The guide includes everything Island Park and the surrounding area (including Yellowstone) have to offer: food; adventure and local must-sees; hiking; ATV riding, rentals and trails (Bear Paw Lodge is close to amazing ATV trails); fishing access points; national park maps, information and links; even tips on where to find and see moose! The guide includes an area map which you can filter (show only restaurants, or hiking trails, or area must-sees, etc.) Everything can be quickly and easily accessed once the app is downloaded to your phone, even if you don't have cell service. I'm also always available to help in any way I can. Bear Paw Lodge is a beautiful, cozy and quaint cabin, offering everything you'll need for a comfortable and successful stay. Bear Paw Lodge is a Guest Favorite and books quickly...so, reserve your dates now! AMENITIES LIST •Digital welcome guide (available in over 100 languages) •FREE trash removal Tech • FREE Wi-Fi • Smart TV in family room and master bedroom • USB outlets throughout cabin •Multiple electrical plug and USB outlet ports at each nightstand Well-Equipped Kitchen • Propane oven/stove, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer • Propane grill (propane and grill utensils provided) • Island with stools • Coffee maker: drip and pod combo coffee unit, kettle (a coffee/tea/hot chocolate selection along with cream and sweetener to get you started). • Pots, pans, baking dishes, blender, waffle iron, pizza pan, etc. • Ceramic and plastic dishes, utensils, glass and plastic drinking glasses, coffee cups, etc. • Large selection of spices/seasonings • Basic baking/cooking supplies (flour, sugar, oils, etc.) • Utensils (eating, cooking, grilling, hot dog/marshmallow roasters, etc.) • Toaster • Charcuterie board • Dish soap, paper towels and cleaning supplies • Ice cube trays • Garbage bags/storage bags Bathrooms • Large, soft, bath sheet-sized bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, make-up washcloths • Hairdryer • Hand soap • Toilet Paper • Body wash Bedrooms • Premium linens - extra sheets, pillows and blankets on site. • Premium pillows (bedroom closets offer a variety of pillow types to ensure a restful night sleep) • Fans • Black-out curtains • Closets/dressers/clothing storage Laundry • Washer and Dryer (detergent and dryer sheets provided) Outdoor Spaces • Treed, private lot; quiet street • Fire pit (chairs and tables for use around the fire pit) and firewood on site for your use. • Covered front and back decks with seating and propane grill. • Picnic table for enjoying meals outside Extras • Bear spray for use during stay (please return to avoid being charged) • Games, books, coloring books, etc. • Little extras (in case you forget something) • Coolers (varying sizes) and icepacks for day use. • Fishing poles and tackle box • Beach towels Children's items • Dishes/cups • Reading and coloring books • Games Parking • Free driveway parking - space for an ATV or boat trailer. Guest access Please make yourself at home. You'll have access to the entire cabin (excluding owner's closet, garage and sheds). Cabin is easily accessed via self check-in, with a unique Wi-Fi door code (for added security and safety), provided prior to check-in, once the rental agreement has been signed. Free driveway parking (2-3 cars and an ATV or boat trailer). Other things to note Within 48 hours of booking, all guests are required to sign a rental agreement, complete a point of contact form and provide credit card information through our secure reservation system for a security deposit hold (similar to a hotel hold) to be processed 3-5 days prior to your arrival, and released within 3-5 days of your completed stay.