Located in Island Park, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Caribou-Targhee National Forest and Centennial Mountain Shores Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 32.1 mi (51.6 km) from Yellowstone Park West Entrance and 32.1 mi (51.6 km) from Yellowstone National Park.
Centennial Mountain Shores Park - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
Mack's Inn Playhouse - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
Island Park Dam - 19 min drive - 15.8 km
Big Springs - 35 min drive - 24.9 km
Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 51 min drive - 65.3 km
Getting around
West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Shotgun Bar - 6 min walk
Lakeside Lodge Restaurant - 17 min drive
Cafe Sabor - 14 min drive
Mountain Pop Shop - 14 min drive
Boondocks - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
HOME AWAY FROM HOME 🏡
This unique place has a style all its own. Newer Construction, Home away from Home, is your mountain vacation destination located in Island Park, Idaho. Breath taking views surround this destination. Short drive to West Yellowstone and close to Restaurants. Home away from Home sleeps 16 . 3 Full Bathrooms. Cozy up in the Master Bedroom by the fireplace . Relax in a soaker tub in the master bathroom. Open space with close to 14’ vaulted ceilings. Natural light surrounds the kitchen that is equipped with crock pots, insta pots, air fryers, roasters and so many more amenities if you want to cook. Wild life just outside your windows. Large metal fireplace with unique lighting and a 65” curved TV. 55-65” tv in every bedroom. You will find yourself in modern rustic decor around the home. Game night is every night with arcade/carnival skee balls giant wall connect four, various different arcade games and so much more. Variety of board games. Count the stars while relaxing out on the patio in a hot tub. Backyard playground for the little ones. BBQ grill and Electric smoker at your fingertips. Fire pit with outside games as well. Fire wood and everything to start your stories around the campfire. Look forward to YOU staying at Home away from Home. Multiple sized Coolers on hand to pack for a day in the park, bassinet, high chair and pack and play. This home is stoked with everything you need and more. Forget to pack something we probably have it on hand for you. Start making your memories with Home Away From Home. 24 hour surveillance around exterior property only
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No smoking/ vaping inside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Outdoor play area, arcade style games,
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: BED PLACE SLEEPS 16
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
HOME AWAY FROM HOME 🏡 Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Casey H.
2 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing but - WOW.
Remarkable stay with no detail left to spare. NiCole’s space was amazing for our family, and the small, but impactful details are what put this accommodation above others. If I could copy and paste her property for future stays, I would. The basement is perfect for kids, and the property was perfect for families. NiCole was always quick to respond to our group. Highly highly recommend this rental. It’s Close enough for day trips to West Yellowstone and Grant Teton/Jackson.
Casey H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Art B.
8 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
We needed a place for 1 night only. The place was so good we all wished we could stay an extra nice. Host was fantastic.
Art B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
7 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Another exceptional stay!
We recently enjoyed our fourth stay at this charming cabin in Island Park over Labor Day weekend. The cabin was impeccably clean, well-stocked, and set against a backdrop of natural beauty, making it the perfect retreat for relaxation.
The consistent quality of both the amenities and the overall experience keeps us coming back year after year. A big thank you to the owners for maintaining such a welcoming and comfortable property. Highly recommend!
Justin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Natalie P.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home. Lots of extras
We came to Yellowstone for a week with 9 adults and 3 kids including an infant. Everyone loved the house. Lots and lots of extras both inside and out. Homeowner was very quick to answer all out questions. We would definitely come again.
Natalie P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melanie H.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very happy with our stay
This is a very friendly interactive home we were made to feel welcomed immediately
Melanie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chante E.
25 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Can I Live Here??!!
Everyone in our party of a few extended families voted hands down that this was the most incredible vacation rental that any of us had ever stayed at, and that the owners truly build a mountain paradise for families. The yard alone could win awards for creativity, entertainment, and usability with the play equipment, fire pit, hot tub, and giant picnic table. It’s surrounded by trees in the back and truly feels private even though there are neighbor cabins. The inside has modern, clean lines with the perfect amount of mountain decor and fully stocked EVERYTHING, not just kitchen. The basement is better than an arcade because the kids can all play there nonstop, which they preferred to Yellowstone ;) I could go on and on, but honestly there are few words ti describe this place adequately other than we are definitely coming back. Other members of our party also said they wanted to bring their extended families too sometime. So glad we discovered this mountain treasure!
Chante E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte C.
22 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at aYellowstone
This house was beautiful with a game room that kept the kids busy when we were not at Yellowstone. The bunk beds in the game room could sleep 6 kids. Also, there was a small kitchen, numerous game machines and a massage chair. All the extra amenities were well worth the stay. The young adults enjoyed the hot tub, cooking on the bar b que and s’mores at the fire pit. There was even a deer in our woods. The older adults enjoyed the nice mattress, tub and rainfall shower after hiking during the day. Our hostess was wonderful that kept all of our needs in mind.
Charlotte C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie L.
26 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, fun, responsive
We loved starting at home away from home. The kids loved the games, both inside and out (they even voluntarily played outside). The entire property was super clean. We loved the Smores box and all the goodies that were left for us. The magical flames was a hit. A boil order was in place while we stayed here, but the hosts made sure that we had plenty of bottled water to get us through the week. We loved being able to borrow a cooler to take our lunch with us. Any text sent by us was promptly, and politely, returned, even when one of the kids locked the bathroom door behind them. We couldn't have asked for a better vacation home!
Stephanie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denise C.
19 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We had 16 family members at our reunion. Plenty of room for everyone and loved the variety of things to do. The owners have the house fully stocked for us (in case we forgot anything) and left welcome treats, etc. Everone in our party commented on how great a place it was. Hope to make it back some day!
Denise C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sierra W.
2 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place!
This place was AWESOME! It had everything you needed and more! So many fun games and activities! Beds were comfy. Kitchen fully stocked. They thought of everything! Host even pointed us in the direction of a sledding hill. They thought of everything for this rental and then some would definitely stay here again!
Sierra W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lou Mizelle T.
21 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We had such a wonderful stay in your property. The ambience and the decor exudes an atmosphere of serenity. We’ll highly recommend this house to anyone.
The amenities were more than sufficient to each one’s needs.
Lou Mizelle T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
16 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
This is the second visit to this property and have immensely enjoyed our stay!
Property is clean, well furnished and stocked. Lot's to do and close to other activities to do in the area. We had 9 people total stay and never felt crowded at all.
Justin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
kamal p.
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Island park
Very nice property with all amenities.
Kids really enjoyed the game room.
Perfect location to see Yellowstone and surrounding areas.
kamal p.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
ken b.
17 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! This vacation rental has it all!
Our family vacation was everything! We were so impressed by the attention to detail with this property and the amount of space for our 14 member crew Great location, lots of activities for the kids and adults, and so many added extras!
ken b.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shelly H.
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was one of our favorite rentals. They went above and beyond with all the extras in the home. It was even more beautiful than the pictures and the children lived the outdoor area.
Shelly H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kory W.
24 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect VRBO stay
The host goes above and beyond to provide you with a comfortable accommodation. There were so many little additions not mentioned in the listing that we were surprised and happy to find. Small meals/snacks, a s'mores kit, yard games and board games, face masks for kids, toiletries, extra coolers, etc. The hosts were very responsive and made sure we were taken care of. Everything in the house is modern and up-to-date, spotless, and all in great condition. The hot tub is great and there's plenty of parking. This is the way a VRBO is meant to be.
Kory W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Danielle H.
18 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway!
We had a group of 12 from ages 6-65. There was something for everyone here! Plenty of space for sleeping with privacy for the adults. Beds were very comfortable. The hosts have thought of everything for a family getaway complete with an arcade that all ages can enjoy! Island Park was a peaceful place to stay but just a short drive from Yellowstone for a few days in the park. Highly recommend this home!
Danielle H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Phoukhine S.
9 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Island Park fun
A new and fun property to stay at. After your excursions to the national parks which is about a 35 minute drive to the western entrance of Yellowstone National Park, it's good to come back and relax. Perfect for young kids and teens with games like Skeeball and also arcades. Fun stuff for the adults like a full-body massage chair and a 5-person hot tub. We also enjoyed gathering at night around the firepit and grilling. Only thing we would recommend is better wifi coverage throughout the property. We love our stay here! Thanks to Nicole and Kevin.
Phoukhine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
2 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Our best rental ever!
We came in from TN. The house was magnificent! It had plenty of room for our group of 16. The game room, back yard entertainment, and all the extra amenities was unheard of. I just can’t say enough. We came when Yellowstone was just opened back up in the southern loop with alternating plates. This did change our plans quite a bit and required extra driving, but we made the best of it. When looking for a property coming from hot TN, we looked for a house with AC. Those are hard to find in this area with the size we needed. The ones I did find looked like the yard was never mowed or kept clean. After we arrived in the west we saw this was the norm. This rental was everything we were looking for, including a very clean outside/inside appearance. It was a little pricey, but with 4 family’s splitting the bill, worth every penny.
Jennifer R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mike A.
18 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and hosts
We had a trip planned to Yellowstone and this home was the perfect fit for our group of families. Our trip had to change due to the closure of the park, but the hosts were amazing to work with and we will be back!
Mike A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katelin S.
3 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Yellowstone Family Vacation
The house was beautiful. We all enjoyed playing the arcade games in the basement. The house is fully stocked with everything you could think of and the property manager was extremely nice and attentive.
Katelin S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sara R.
4 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and well stocked
They seriously had everything here, the house is beautiful and the games are really fun for everyone. Beds are comphy, kitchen has everything and there is plenty of room for people to spread out and relax.
Sara R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
JoAnna H.
1 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Had a great stay at Home Away From Home. Everyone enjoyed themselves!
JoAnna H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
9 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Personality Plus
What a great family friendly vacation. So much to do. The place was just bursting with personality. It was stocked with all kinds of goodies and items that were so thoughtful. We will be back.
Justin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Thomas K., Toms River, New Jersey
23 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Our family vacation
This house is spectacular. Everything we imagined and much more. I only wish we could have stayed longer. Thanks Nicole for having us!!!