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Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river

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Property grounds
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river

Cabin at Henry's Fork. 4.6 wooded acres, treasured quiet retreat on the world famous Henry's Fork of the Snake River. Wildlife is plentiful along the river, and in nearby water fowl preserves, which is a rare opportunity to enjoy viewing wildlife right at the cabin and it's pristine, quiet setting surrounded by Forest Service land , when the crowds at Yellowstone National Park during peak summer months for visitors make wildlife viewing more difficult. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, small, simple cabin built in 1978. Just 1400 square feet, on 4.6 private wooded acres of lodgepole pine, and wild flowers. Amazing river views from the wall of windows facing east to the river, and from the main level and east bedroom decks. Access to the river is north of the cabin 50 feet, a simple, old foot path through the trees, north of the ancient lava flow. More information in the cabin handbook, about current river conditions, boat access points near by, and the surrounding forest service land perfect for wildlife viewing amongst the native wild flowers and water fowl preserves. No hunting allowed. Please respect the pristine setting, and quiet neighbors. For boat and canoe river access use an established boat launch nearby. The river bank is about 200 feet away from the cabin. New floors, new carpet, new natural stone fireplace surround. Bathrooms have updated shower surround and cabinets. New drywall in main living area. We enjoy hosting guests who respect the simple peace and quiet of the setting at Henry's Fork as much as we do. Three bedrooms have queen mattresses, two are Serta Perfect Sleepers with memory foam toppers, the third is a Serta icomfort with a memory foam topper. Twin bunk bed in the fourth bedroom. Kitchen table seats 6. Seating for 2 at kitchen counter. Bear proof garbage bins provided. Please keep all trash, especially scented items or food related items, bagged securely to contain odors and food smells, in the bear proof garbage bins provided, away from the cabin. Do not leave food wrappers or scented items outside unattended. Please read full bathroom descriptions and see photos before booking. Main level bath has full size tub and shower, standard size. We have based nightly rates on only one tub/shower because upstairs bathroom shower head is low, best for children's baths (small tub) or seated showers. On our acrage there is also one two person Canoe and three kayaks (singles, two adult, one child size) For the best learning experience and expert knowledge, hire a guide. Fly fishing guides and fly shops in the Island Park area have a long reputation of friendly service and exceptional knowledge. . . Fully equipped kitchen (bring your own food). Dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer. Propane grill. New circle sawn Douglas fir floors with high quality German finish designed to look like bare wood and preserve and protect the wood's natural rustic texture and beauty. Please leave shoes on the rug provided at the door. We had a problem with a guest accidentally opening the old small chimney door. We sealed the old chimney door, converted to propane, and disinfected carefully. Then professionally cleaned. Has been disinfected and cleaned several times since then. Please make sure doors are not left open, store food carefully and clean up spills immediately. If you have disabled or wheel chair dependent in your group, or if you struggle at all with stairs, please be aware that there are stairs built in the 70s, (old OSHA standards for rise and run) There are two bedrooms on the main level. We recommend using only the main level, for those with mobility issues or those who feel unsteady climbing stairs.
Surrounded by geological sites and pristine wooded river frontage. . . . Yellowstone is just 45 minutes away, yet only 20 minutes to Dave's Jubilee, Ashton's fully stocked full service grocery store, to the south, and Ashton's 511 Main for amazing salads and sandwiches. Locals also love Big Judd's in Ashton. Or stop at Sam Patch Co. Grocery and Sundries, for groceries and household items, to the north on the way to Yellowstone. Last Chance General Store also carries most household items. World class dining and fly fishing expertise within walking/biking distance at Henry's Fork Lodge, fine dining just a ten minute walk up the road (by land). A drive along Mesa Falls Scenic Byway, to see Upper Mesa Falls, is breathtaking (off highway 20, just ten minutes north.) Also close by, Mac's Inn at Big Springs (remember to visit Jonny Sack's cabin on the spring) kayak, canoe, paddle board, raft rentals with a shuttle included; The Parlor (New York style Pizza and Icecream), Mac's Inn Playhouse (Yellowstone Playhouse at Island Park), Harriman State Park trail system (much less crowded then Yellowstone, so more opportunity to see wildlife) Island Park trail system, Island Park reservoir, Henry's Lake, all close by. To the south, off of Highway 20, are the St Anthony Sand Dunes and also further south is Yellowstone Bear World. A rare experience, to safely see grizzly, black bear, from inside your vehicle. (Fly into Idaho Falls, and stop at Bear World, just south
of Rexburg, on your way to or from Island Park) Also kayak and boat rentals available close by in both Island Park and in Ashton. Locals enjoy Frost Top, classic drive in, 20 minute drive south, classic drive in menu and huckleberry shakes. Big Judd's, also popular with locals, next to Phillips gas station. When you go to Yellowstone don't forget to spend some time in West Yellowstone, the Grizzly and Wolf discovery center, Yellowstone Park Zipline, Playmill theater, the Imax, or try whitewater rafting on the Gallatin. So much to explore you will want to come back again soon. . . Enjoy the peace and quiet of 4.6 private acres at a world renowned destination for trout fishing. Updated photos to follow. No smoking, no pets. Limit is 7 adults, 8 guests total, and is strictly enforced. No parties, no events. Quiet river retreat. The neighbors and the pristine river setting and wildlife must be respected.



Helpful links:

http://511mainashton.com/menu

https://idfg.idaho.gov/ifwis/fishingPlanner/water/1119497437574

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://henrysfork.org/files/Maps%2520and%2520Local%2520Services/Henry%25E2%2580%2599s%2520Fork%2520Angler%2520Access%2520Upper%2520River%2520Updated.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwj2rOq59NruAhVeJzQIHZqFDsEQFjAAegQIARAB&usg=AOvVaw3sY9KWA85ZktB1WJmyAZCI

http://www.greater-yellowstone.com/Island-Park/Henry's-Fork.html

https://www.google.com/search?q=511+maine%2C+ashton%2C+idaho%2C+menu&oq=511+maine%2C+ashton%2C+idaho%2C+menu&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i13.24614j0j4&client=ms-android-sprint-us-revc&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8#fid=0x5353dde6c39506cd:0x24585cff9a4122e7&fpstate=lum


https://frostopdrivein.com/menu

https://www.henrysforklodge.com/dining

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1092816691180101

https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/montana/articles/the-top-10-restaurants-in-west-yellowstone-montana/

https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/maps.htm


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Property manager

Linda

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: no smoking. $550 fee applies

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Henry's Fork Riverside Acres Cabin
Henry's Fork Riverside Cottage Acres
Henry's Fork Riverfront Cottage Acres
Henry's Fork Riverside Acres Island Park
Henry's Fork Riverside Acres Cabin Island Park

About the area

Map
Island Park, ID

What's nearby

  • Harriman State Park - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Island Park Dam - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Mack's Inn Playhouse - 19 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Mesa Fall Scenic Area Upper Falls - 30 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Big Springs - 35 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

  • Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's Fork Lodge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Trout Hunter Last Chance Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grub Stake Market & Deli - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪World Cast Anglers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Angler's Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Caribou-Targhee National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Harriman State Park. Island Park Dam and Mesa Fall Scenic Area Upper Falls are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Henry's Fork Retreat, partial AC, stunning river views, footpath to river Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Overall the cabin was good. The river and view from the cabin and deck was beautiful. It would have been nice for it to have been a few less weeds and tall grass, at least right around the cabin and entryways. Also some type of end tables or something you could sit a cop of coffee or a glass of wine on in the living room and on the deck.?? We figured out a way to make it work, just a suggestion. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean place with plenty of room for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wilderness Gathering
Our goal was to be together and enjoy wilderness, animals, and fishing. Wasn't the right time of year for animal viewing but otherwise was a wonderful trip. Centrally located and comfortable. Good supply of kitchen and clothes cleaning products, coffee cups and kitchen garbage bags. Great blender and kitchen pot assortment. Could use more drinking glasses.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tom G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view of river
Overall match to description; we enjoyed the views and access to local parks and activities. The river access was difficult and we had to clear a path to get to the rivers bank. The rocky terrain behind the house is dangerous to all; be careful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Park Vacation
The house was very clean and it had everything that you could possibly need. The view out on the deck is beautiful! Especially at sunrise:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Family Times
Host was Great!! Very helpful with every question we had. Beautiful location, Quiet and relaxing. I would stay here again if going to this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views
We had a great stay with amazing views of Henry Fork River. We saw elk and mule deer feeding in the river from the house in the late evenings. It was about a 35-40 minute drive to Yellowstone depending on traffic, but it was a nice drive. The home was suitable for my husband and I along with our 22 year old daughter. The home was well equipped with everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Linda was amazing to work with. She always answered our questions immediately and was so sweet and kind. I would recommend this property to anyone with a small family. If we’re ever back in the area we will definitely stay in this charming cabin again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location!
We had a great stay and felt welcome in Linda’s cabin. Access to the river was more difficult than expected but it was a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
The house was very clean and stocked with everything you need. Great view of the river from the big windows and deck. Owner was very helpful and very easy to contact if needed. Would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is spectacular!
The house is a bit dated but worked out super well for the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and remote
Owner was amazing offering lots of suggestions on things to do. Great views and great cabin. We miss it already!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
We LOVED our stay in Idaho on the river. Linda was an amazing host, providing plenty of necessities at the cabin as well as advice on places to hike, tour, and where to watch fireworks! I highly recommend this cabin and would return to her location any chance we get!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cicely L., canton

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
This house was great had lots of room to move. We loved watching the marmets and the chipmunks. We also love sitting and watching out the big windows at the river and on the other side of the river. This house was very clean and well taking care of. We had a family emergency and was later getting to the house. She had us some jam and syrup wait for us. She was so kind to check up on us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Henry's Fork area cabin.
Beautiful, pristine setting on a trout rich river. Wildlife to include small and large mammals and birds were in abundance. Owner was incredibly helpful and gracious! Hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W., waleska,ga

Liked: Cleanliness
fishing henry' fork
great location for fishing the Henry' Fork. The view over the River is great. Some of us caught trout in the river below the house. A little bit of climb to get down to the river. Current is fast, but it is wadeable for kids over 16. House is fine. Great views. We spent most of our time in Sept out fishing though. We had good weather the entire week. Just one day of rain. It was a great trip for me and 4 of my grandsons
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., Glasgow, MT

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
My family and I had a great stay here. Loved the seclusion, and being able to access the river so easily. The house was clean and stocked with anything we could possibly need. The centralized location made our trips to Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Mesa Falls very easy. Linda answered any questions we had very quickly. Hoping this place is available on our next trip! I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Mary H.

fishing
Be clear on status of upstairs shower and bathroom description. toilet barely usable , shower not. Same with tv/wifi. All barley functional. Overpriced compared to comparable accommodations nearby and questionable fees on final bill. Additional charges? Admin fee? Cleaning fee? Service fee? All in addition to $$$.$$/ night. Felt pressured to have unit cleaned prior to checkout while already being charged for cleaning. Very nice location above the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

chadd s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Cabin is very comfortable and the views any time of day are stunning! Property management is extremely helpful with everything from on site to tips and things to do in the area. Would 10 out of 10 recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and great view
The property has a beautiful view overlooking the river. We had a wonderful time enjoying the local area and Yellowstone. Linda was so kind responsive and easy to communicate with. She was not only a wonderful property host but excellent and welcoming host to the area. Would highly recommend as a comfortable family get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Devin C.

Great location and super quiet
The property was great, kids loved playing outside and we enjoyed the river and the views. But I agree with other comments. the table and chairs don’t match the mountains also the corners of the table are sharp for smaller kids. As mine hit his head on it! But kids are kids. Still super nice place and still worth the stay! We had a mouse in the house experience!!! Which I went on got a trap and took care of it for future guests here. But I’ll still rate this property as a really fun and great place! The owner is super nice and easy to work with. And the cabin doesn’t get better views it’s a really awesome place to visit and relax! And also fishing is awesome has great river access
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darci S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a GREAT Vacation!
Linda was SO helpful! She sent us tons of information with things to do, places to eat, trails, fishing spots! Everything! The house was clean and the view was AMAZING!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Quiet simplicity. Beautiful windows overlooking the Snake River. Great for wildlife viewing.
This simple house provided a great landing pad for the two days that we visited Yellowstone. We also recommend visiting Mesa Falls for a 2.5 mile hike and viewing of some powerful waterfalls downstream on the Snake. Comfortable beds with memory foam toppers and quality sheets and pillows.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teraka G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good getaway
Overall everything was how it was expected. Finished home upgrades will clear out storage space for organization. Great home owner to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Donald Y., South Jordan. Utah

Great possibilities
I think we were the first paying guests and it would have been better if the cabin work had been completed. The previous "guests'" left so much work for the house cleaning crew that they couldn't get it all done, so we had to do some cleaning. Linda was great and refunded the cleaning fee. The view from inside and from the deck is amazing. We spent many hours on the deck watching the river and wildlife. The deck is in great shape but some type of shade would make it even better. The inside floor is rough in some spots because it has not been fully finished yet but will be great when completed, I'm sure. The table and chairs are new (although a little out of character for the cabin, for me) and allowed six of us to enjoy our meals together, with a great view of the area. The master bedroom, bunk bed room, and main floor bath were mostly completed and very nice, although the closets were not usable because of construction material storage ( as were all the closets). The upstairs bedrooms and bath are not totally completed, I think, but all of the beds were comfortable and appear to be quite new. The bathroom is very small, but usable. The stairs to the upper floor are only about 3/4 size so care must be taken while going up and especially down. Overall we had a very good stay with the exception of the first day and the fact that it was unusually hot for Island Park (high 80's-low 90's) so the upstairs area was very hot even with the box fans that were provided. The work done so far on the cabin renewal seems good and the cabin will probably be a great rental when done.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021