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Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment

Montana’s Yellowstone Bear Den is a small efficiency apartment with aspen walls, rustic/outdoor decor, a queen sized bed, full sized refrigerator, microwave, DIRECTV and WIFI. It is a perfect base camp for an individual or couple looking to spend a majority of their time exploring the majesty of Yellowstone National Park. The Bear Den is not big, but it is clean, comfortable and conveniently located just 4 blocks from the Roosevelt Arch, the original entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The grocery store, restaurants and shops are all less than a mile and within east walking distance.

The Bear Den efficiency is comparable in size to a small hotel room, at a fraction of the price, but has the look, feel and furnishings of a cozy cabin. It is located beside our larger one bedroom vacation rental apartment, Montana's Yellowstone Hideaway (vrbo #353846). Both apartments are located below our home, but are completely isolated with separate entrances.

The Bear Den features a comfortable queen sized bed, stocked kitchenette, and bathroom with a stand up shower. The kitchenette includes a full size refrigerator, microwave, hotplate, pots and pans, plates, bowls, utensils, glasses, blender, crock pot, and coffee maker. All bedroom and bathroom linens are provided. A propane grill is also available.

If you have any questions about the Bear Den or your visit to Yellowstone please don’t hesitate to ask! I have lived and worked in Yellowstone for over 25 years and look forward to helping you experience the magic of Yellowstone that turned my 1995 vacation into a career and home for myself and two amazing daughters!!

Property manager

Eric Reinertson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on the premises at all.

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Perfect for one single adult or a couple.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: The unit is located at our private residence.
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

Property is also known as

Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den Perfect Efficiency For You

About the neighborhood

Map
MT, Gardiner

What's nearby

  • Parks' Fly Shop - 6 min walk
  • Roosevelt Arch - 7 min walk
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 16 min walk
  • Boiling River - 12 min drive
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Perk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Iron Horse Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment located?

Situated in Gardiner, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Yellowstone River, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance, and Yellowstone National Park. Gallatin National Forest and Parks' Fly Shop are also within 10 minutes.

Montana's Yellowstone Bear Den- Small/Simple Efficiency Apartment Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 95 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for just sleeping
Enjoyed our stay. Would have liked a place to go outside and enjoy the views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, host and very clean
The Ben Den was just the right size for us with a kitchen full of necessities like a coffee machine with coffee, plates, silverware, ice, etc. An insulated backpack was provided for our drinks and snacks we bought for our time in the park. The bed was comfortable wtih an extra blanket and we were able to put our suitcases in the closet and little hallway to the other unit. Yes it is small, but it still gave us plenty of room to move around. The location is great, near many local restaurants and the North Gate of Yellowstone. Eric is a great host who is a wonderful communicator. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for Yellowstone Exploring
The Bear Den was the perfect apartment for me and my wife during our week exploring Yellowstone. The studio was immaculate, comfortable and quiet. I really enjoyed my interactions with our host Eric who, in addition to quickly taking care of anything needed for our stay, kindly and enthusiastically shared his expert knowledge of the park. Thanks Eric for a fantastic stay! Next time we travel to Yellowstone we will definitely check to see if the Bear Den is available.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bear Den - Just what we needed and more.
Eric's place is compact with well thought
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, clean, great access to yellowstone.
Clean, cozy, great location for both yellowstone and downtown area. Eric was a great host, very helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend the bears den.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and a short walk to Main St
We had a wonderful stay at the Bear Ben. It was a perfect place to relax after a day in the park. The town of Gardiner was small and charming with everything you could need. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Location was great, walking distance to Yellowstone North entrance, restaurants, shops and groceries..
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W., Sacramento, California

Liked: Cleanliness
No frills convenient as heck
If you’re single or a couple and are going for the park, this is a great spot. Easy entrance to park, quiet neighborhood and very amenable owner.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
This is a great location for quick access to Yellowstone! It took us less than 10 minutes to get into the park each morning. The Den is cozy....perfect for a couple of nights near the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meigan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for Yellowstone!
This studio apartment is perfect for solo travelers or couples traveling to Yellowstone. It isn't huge, but if you spend your days in the park, all you need is a nice, clean, quiet place to lay your head at night. Why pay the price of the hotel rooms in the area?! Eric has a few extras included in the room like a pair of foldable camp chairs and a cooler-pack available, neither of which I would have thought to bring, but I was happy to make use of once I was there!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay,
Eric was great about us asking if we could get in a day early!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Perfect location, cozy and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy place
Enjoyed our stay very much! Loved being so close to Yellowstone entrance but still peaceful. Our host was very attentive and friendly. He works in Yellowstone and had good tips. The Bear Den was even furnished with a backpack and walking sticks. Nice price, too!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Relaxation
Very Small studio with necessary necessities. Great location for Yellowstone adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M., Euless

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Quaint efficiency with everything you need! Easy access to the North entrance of Yellowstone! Had 2 deer in the yard across the street on our last night! That made my stay even better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larkellen K., Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness
Love It
This was a great place. Super cute and cozy. Had everything we needed. Just a short walk or drive to Yellowstone entrance. Eric was super responsive and fun to talk to. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

gary j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Basecamp for our adventure.
This was a very well kept and maintained accommodation. It's small as described but not so small as to no only accommodate myself, who is a larger person, but another person as well. The shower was not large, but again it was suitable for our needs. The owner greeted us and was attentive and helpful with any needs we had. If you're intent is to have a place to rest and clean up between adventures in the park or surrounding area then this is your place. Btw on our first morning waking up there stood an elk outside grazing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness
25Th Anniversary
We were there for the 'once in a century' flooding of Yellowstone and Gardiner MT. Julie was extremely efficient in helping us figure out what was happening and finding a way out of Gardiner. Terrible circumstances but we had a great trip and the accommodations were perfect. I highly recommend using Julie and her facility again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

CHRIS AND ALAN R., Holland Mi USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Yellowstone
Wonderful time. Great proximity to Yellowstone and all amenities in Gardiner. Bear Den was as described. Already planning our next trip back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as described
I can see why the hosts don't show you the entire lay out and just show the very small studio and not the outside this place which is in the basement of their home NOT attached to the side of the home. It is very dark the only window to look out of is an enclosed " not sure what "but it looks like a dirty shower that you have to look at so don't open the blinds!! you cannot see outside from this one window the only other window in on the door which you have to look down a dark tunnel to see light no views here you have to go outside to see anything and that is the entrance. You can hear them upstairs periodically. they have tv trays but only one chair, so the other person has to sit on the bed which is too high and very uncomfortable. My husband could hardly get in the shower it's so small so if you are very tall or a larger person this won't work! This place is very misleading if we hadn't already paid, we would have found another! especially for what they charge is ridiculous. All places in Gardiner are close to the entrance of the park. with much better accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Herb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, quiet, everything we expected from the listing!
Owners were gracious hosts, it was everything we needed for our stay in Yellowstone! We were pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

hai N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Average
OK
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
cozy
This place was close to the north entrance of Yellowstone, love all the elk that runs throughout the town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021