Lakefront Log Home on Henry's Lake - 18 miles to West Yellowstone entrance
360 degree walk through of home: Amenities Page
Yellowstone Lakefront Log Home on Henry's Lake is a waterfront, 2352 sq.ft. 2-story luxury vacation rental home located in Island Park, Idaho, only 20 minutes, 18 miles, from the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana. We have a maximum of 8 people that may stay in our home. There are 4 bedrooms with 4 attached bathrooms : 4 queen beds, and one crib.
This home is situated on a 1.24 acre property in a quiet neighborhood of a half dozen homes on the exclusive Pintail Point. Pintail Point is known by the locals as the "Banana belt", as snow melts first here in the spring. The home is constructed of 14 inch diameter hand-peeled logs with 25 foot ceilings, creating a lodge atmosphere. The deck offers a 220 degree view of the lake, unobstructed by houses or trees and framed by attractive hand-peeled log railings.
There is wireless internet and wired internet service available to check your email and conduct business. Record your favorite streaming TV shows on the Roku DVR during the day while you sight see, and watch them at night when you return home. We have a popular TV streaming service with most favorite channels and movies. Type in your own Netflix code to see movies that you already have a subscription for on your own account. There is a BBQ grill, outdoor deck seating, and a lakeside fire pit. Enjoy peaceful quality time with friends and family as you gaze upon the lake with its many moods, from misty early mornings to glassy reflections of the scenic mountains. The beautiful 8,000 to 10,000 foot high mountains of the Targhee National Forrest, a part of the Continental Divide, provide a panoramic view of Rocky Mountain splendor. This is the perfect location for a fishing/sightseeing vacation as the location allows easy access to Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, and blue ribbon trout fishing. A float tube can be easily launched from the backyard with exclusive fishing access, or just cast a line from shore. Launch your personal fishing boat in a protected private marina just one house away.
Four markets are located within 20 minutes, one - fifteen minutes south on Hwy 20; two - twenty minutes away in West Yellowstone (the largest); one - twenty minutes away at Macks Inn.
The nearby airports are: West Yellowstone, Montana (20 minute drive); Idaho Falls, Idaho (1.5 hours); Bozeman, Montana (2 hours); Jackson Hole, Wyoming (3 hours); Salt Lake City, Utah (5 hours). Allegiant Airlines has low fares to Idaho Falls or Bozeman from Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.
This is an allergen free home, so there are no pets allowed.
Local Animals
The animals that have been be seen from the property include, most common to least common: Large varieties of ducks, magpie, bat, Canadian geese, woodpecker, muskrat, daily flights of osprey and bald eagle, coyote, owl, golden eagle, western tanager, short tailed weasel, trumpeter swan, raccoon, skunk, red fox, sand hill crane, elk, white tailed deer, moose, badger, grouse, and a possibly a loon. Early morning and late nights can provide an assortment of nocturnal animals. Last fall a red fox was seen on the house deck from the front door and it is known to live under the deck during winter months. The bull moose pictured below was taken by a guest at the home in September 2012.
The animals that have been be seen from the property include, most common to least common: Large varieties of ducks, magpie, bat, Canadian geese, woodpecker, muskrat, daily flights of osprey and bald eagle, coyote, owl, golden eagle, western tanager, short tailed weasel, trumpeter swan, raccoon, skunk, red fox, sand hill crane, elk, white tailed deer, moose, badger, grouse, and a possibly a loon. Early morning and late nights can provide an assortment of nocturnal animals. Last fall a red fox was seen on the house deck from the front door and it is known to live under the deck during winter months. The bull moose pictured below was taken by a guest at the home in September 2012.
Changes During the Seasons
Spring (April - early June), Weather Permitting, Yellowstone National park roads open to cars beginning April 19. See the newborn baby Bison romp and play in mid-April through May. Animals are more easily seen against the white snow. If there is still a lot of snow, the Bison and Elk will use the Yellowstone park roads for easy to travel routes or may be lying on the road to stay warm. The Yellowstone waterfalls can still have a white icy outline. Back at the Log home, in May, baby goslings and ducklings enjoy eating the grass between the house and the lake. It is a great time to spot a Golden eagle and the short tailed weasel. Later in the spring, a thunderstorm may go by, providing an exciting rain shower and a beautiful rainbow. Watch the sky to see the northbound migration of the Trumpeter swans and Canadian geese. For more details see: http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/hours.htm
Summer (June - August), This is peak season for West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park. The two musical theaters and the small rodeo are in full operation. In July, the bison are in rut, so the cows will be chased around by bellowing dust covered bulls. Don't be surprised when the cows hide behind cars for a needed break. Also during July, fishermen wait for the prized salmon fly hatch to surprise a trout in the Henry's fork of the Snake River. In summer, it is common to see Antelope in the lowland grassy fields. You will appreciate returning to the tranquility of the Log home, as the town of West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park can be quite busy. Watch the local mountainsides near the house with a good pair of binoculars to see Elk.
Fall (September - October), Once the red Fireweed blossoms open at the very top of the stock, Fall has come. See the aspen trees leaves change from green to yellow and orange. Early high altitude snow storms will coat the peaks with white dusting, so scenic views take on a multicolored tapestry. The large animals who have enjoyed grazing at the higher elevations, now are forced down to lower altitudes. The Elk are now in rut with the bulls making their eerie bugling sounds to attract a mate. Back at the Log home, watch the sky to see the southbound migration of the Trumpeter swans and Canadian geese. Also keep a look out for those deer, elk, and moose heading for lower elevations.
Summer (June - August), This is peak season for West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park. The two musical theaters and the small rodeo are in full operation. In July, the bison are in rut, so the cows will be chased around by bellowing dust covered bulls. Don't be surprised when the cows hide behind cars for a needed break. Also during July, fishermen wait for the prized salmon fly hatch to surprise a trout in the Henry's fork of the Snake River. In summer, it is common to see Antelope in the lowland grassy fields. You will appreciate returning to the tranquility of the Log home, as the town of West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park can be quite busy. Watch the local mountainsides near the house with a good pair of binoculars to see Elk.
Fall (September - October), Once the red Fireweed blossoms open at the very top of the stock, Fall has come. See the aspen trees leaves change from green to yellow and orange. Early high altitude snow storms will coat the peaks with white dusting, so scenic views take on a multicolored tapestry. The large animals who have enjoyed grazing at the higher elevations, now are forced down to lower altitudes. The Elk are now in rut with the bulls making their eerie bugling sounds to attract a mate. Back at the Log home, watch the sky to see the southbound migration of the Trumpeter swans and Canadian geese. Also keep a look out for those deer, elk, and moose heading for lower elevations.
A 2017 remodel has provided a 4th bathroom for this 4 bedroom home. We added the Elk room bathroom.
VRBO #337186 - 13 years of reviews *****
Remember - Don't pay VRBO's $500+ fee if you book directly through this site*****