Perfect for two! Less than half mile from Yellowstone. 'Downtown' location. | Cottage in Gardiner

10.0 (228 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  2 Guests
Gardiner Cottage | Perfect for two! Less than half mile from Yellowstone. 'Downtown' location.

1 Bedroom Cottage in Gardiner

Access to Yellowstone Park from our north entrance was fully restored October 30, 2022 with a beautiful new road! Our sweet backyard cottage is nestled among the fruit and flower trees of the yard. It is easily within walking distance to the grocery store, coffee, shopping, restaurants, laundromat, post office, and local arch park events. It is at the north entrance to Yellowstone Park, as is all of Gardiner. The cottage is in the heart of town but shielded from the main street by the owners' home. The yard is shared with the owners but privacy is afforded by the layout. The owners' home was built in 1930 and its cottage was built in 1940 by former owners, the Eastons. It is believed that their intent was to rent the cottage to visitors of Yellowstone, making it a very early vacation rental in this town. The cottage is a perfect fit for two people who want to day trip to northern Yellowstone, book local activities like rafting, biking, horseback riding, and return to a simple, basic, clean environment to relax. Our guests note that the well cultivated green and floral landscaping add to the charm and character of their experience. The stucco cottage still has the details of its early history with the old style glass door knobs and kitchen cabinets. There is a comfortable queen bed, sitting area with Smart tv, eating area, full but small kitchen, and full bathroom. It is clean, well cared for, and you are welcome! We keep our reservation calendar updated to the minute and our description on this page accurate. So as you're reading this page if Lilac Cottage sounds like a good fit for you and if the dates you want are open on our calendar and you have no questions, you are welcome to book directly without contacting us (use Instant Booking option). Just follow VRBO's process with your credit card. We'd be in touch immediately upon booking, through VRBO. If you do have specific questions not answered here, please email Eleanor through VRBO. NOTE: Because the lilacs and other historic bushes and trees were planted in 1930s and 40s, Tom is constantly pruning and removing sections for new growth.

Perfect for two! Less than half mile from Yellowstone 'Downtown' location is located in Gardiner. Perfect for two! Less than half mile from Yellowstone 'Downtown' location provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Laundry, Air Conditioner, among other amenities. This Cottage features Entertainment, Laundry, Air Conditioner, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Perfect for two! Less than half mile from Yellowstone 'Downtown' location has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Gardiner has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Gardiner, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed on the entire property.
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • 2 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (47 sq m)
  • English
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
This property does not allow children.
Event Policy
No events allowed;groups staying nearby cannot congregate here
Pet Policy
Note from host: there are no exceptions. pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking is not allowed on the entire property.

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: groups staying nearby cannot congregate here onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Beth W.
Aug 27, 2025 07:03:14 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great base for visiting the upper loop. Very cute cottage within walking distance to restaurants. It had everything we needed and then some. The hosts are very friendly!
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