Summary:
Mountain Bluebird Lodge is a single-level, 3,000 sq ft log lodge on open meadow in the Centennial Shores area of Island Park, with 360-degree mountain views and a private neighborhood boat ramp on Island Park Reservoir. It sleeps 10 in 4 bedrooms with 3 baths, including a king primary with a jetted tub. Outside are a covered deck, a fire pit, a trampoline, swings and hammocks. Open in summer; closed in winter.
The Space:
Welcome to Mountain Bluebird Lodge! A charming cabin located in Island Park, Idaho and close to Yellowstone National Park. This charming 3000 square foot cabin sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms. and 3 bathrooms. The cabin hosts a large Master bedroom with a cozy king size bed and its own bathroom with a large, jetted Jacuzzi soaker tub. There are also two private bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen-sized bed, and a bathroom just across the hall. There's another large private bedroom with two queen beds, with its own bathroom. The whole of the property is well kept and tastefully decorated, a picturesque setting for a cabin retreat in the wilderness. The living room is large, with vaulted ceilings and a large sectional couch placed directly in front of the fireplace and large flat screen tv. It is the perfect setting to gather in after a long day of adventure for a movie night, storytelling around the flickering flames or pulling out the cards, board games and puzzles for a relaxing night! The spacious cabin is fully stocked to make cooking for your crew easy and familiar. There is plenty of room to prepare meals and dine together, making things easy in your home away from home. In the warmer months, step outside and cook the classics on the BBQ grill, just outside on the large cabin deck. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the early morning hours or soak up the views on the deck as well, sure to take your breath away. The cabin is spacious, clean, and perfectly laid out to give you the best on your Island Park vacation. Outdoor amenities include, fire pit, in-ground trampoline, adult/youth swings, porch swings and 2 hammocks, along with patio tables and chairs. The garage has a ping pong table, foosball table and a basketball arcade to add to the fun.
The cabins amenities aren’t the only good thing, its location is one of the best. Mountain Bluebird Lodge sits in the Centennial Shores area of Island Park, close to the banks of the Island Park Reservoir. The daily views surrounding the cabin are incredible! Because the cabin is not surrounded by thick forests of lodgepole pine trees, it provides 360 views of the vast mountain peaks and luscious forests. The open plains fill with wildflowers in the summer months and turn a lovely golden hue in the fall. Wildlife also frequents this area including coyotes, moose, elk and sandhill cranes. This private area of homes comes with its own secure boat ramp, so you won’t have the hassle of fighting to get the boat in the water to throw the line out. Boats can’t be kept at the dock overnight, so please pull your boat out of the water after each use. There is also a private park in the neighborhood for the little ones to enjoy. Horseback riding is only 1 mile from the cabin. Most importantly, the cabin is only a short clear 34 mile drive to the West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, a famous destination for most visitors. If Yellowstone isn’t your only destination this area of Island Park has it all. Centennial Shores is also just 20 minutes north of Harriman State Park. From Centennial Shores there is unparalleled access to fabulous summer activities (fishing, hiking, horseback riding, biking, 4-wheeling), with access to boat docks and launches, and a park for swimming, picnics and fishing.
Lakeside Lodge is just on the other side of the lake, with delicious meals and a fun local bar. The lodge can also help you out with gear rentals such as kayaks, ATV’s and bikes during your stay. If you have come here to utilize Island Park’s hundreds of miles of designated trails, the trailhead is just down the road from the property. Don’t miss booking Mountain Bluebird Lodge! It has everything you need and more to fulfill your trip to our neck of the woods.
**Property does not have air conditioning**
**Mountain Bluebird Lodge is a summer-season rental and is closed in winter.**
Guest Access:
You'll have the whole lodge, the covered deck, the yard with fire pit, trampoline, swings and hammocks, and the garage game area with ping pong, foosball and a basketball arcade. You're welcome to use the neighborhood boat ramp and park.
Check-in is contactless. Entry details come with your check-in instructions, sent privately before arrival. Check-in is 4:00 PM and checkout is 10:00 AM (Mountain Time).
The Neighborhood:
Mountain Bluebird Lodge sits in Centennial Shores near the banks of Island Park Reservoir, with open meadow and mountain views all around. Coyotes, moose, elk and sandhill cranes visit often. The neighborhood has its own secure boat ramp and a private park, horseback riding is about a mile away, and Lakeside Lodge across the lake has meals, a bar and gear rentals. Harriman State Park is about 20 minutes south.
Summer: Boat, fish, hike, bike or ride, or drive your own vehicle into Yellowstone through the West Entrance, about 34 miles away. The trailhead is just down the road.
Boating: Guests can use the neighborhood boat ramp and park. Boats can't be kept at the dock overnight, so pull your boat out of the water after each use.
Season: Mountain Bluebird Lodge is a summer-season rental and is closed in winter.
Getting Around:
You'll want a car; public transportation here is very limited. There's parking on site and a detached two-car garage. Yellowstone's West Entrance is about 34 miles away. You can drive your own vehicle into the park.
Nearest airports:
Idaho Falls Regional: about 90 minutes
Bozeman, MT (Belgrade): about 2 hours
Jackson Hole: about 2 hours
Salt Lake City International: about 4-5 hours
Groceries: For the best selection and prices, stock up in a larger town on the way in, such as Rexburg or Bozeman. If you forget something, Sam Patch Co. on N. Big Springs Loop in Island Park has plenty of items. There's also Market Place and Food Round Up in West Yellowstone, and Dave's Jubilee in Ashton.
Other Things to Note:
Sleeps 10 maximum.
Primary renter must be 21 or older.
2-night minimum stay.
No smoking and no pets.
The property does not have air conditioning.
The lodge is a summer-season rental and is closed in winter.
Boats can't be kept at the dock overnight; pull your boat out of the water after each use.
Interaction with Guests:
Check-in is contactless, so you can settle in without meeting anyone. For questions before or during your stay, you can reach our Sawtelle Property Management team by calling or texting the numbers in the guest binder inside the cabin.