"Back Country Cottage" (35 mins from West Yellowstone!)

The host was polite and generally responsive to messages. However, we felt we were severely misled by the listing description.Once we paid for the reservation, the host tried to get me to sign a separate rental agreement outside of VRBO, which VRBO prohibits. Once we had passed the refundable period, the host informed us that the water at the property is sometimes not safe to drink and that we should bring water bottles and/or boil water before drinking it. I have five little kids and viewed this as a deal breaker. VRBO intervened and asked if I would keep the reservation if the host provided adequate drinking water for my family of 7 for the whole trip. There weren’t other accommodations available at that point, so we agreed. When we arrived at the property, there was only one 24-pack of water bottles for the entire stay. The host then told me the tap water “should” be fine. We ended up using the tap water. Three of us got violent diarrhea. In addition to the water issue, the entire bottom floor smelled like feces. There is a bathroom down there that was obviously the source of the stench. The main bedroom is down there, so we smelled it every night at bedtime. The stairs to the basement are dangerous. They have large gaps between them and are glossy. Some of the linens were stained with sweat/blood or had a large tear. The pullout bed was disgusting and had no sheets. I have photos of everything. I am disappointed that VRBO would permit this listing. Renters beware.

We loved out weekend in Island Park and Yellowstone. Cabin was perfect place to stay and relax after a day in the park. Everything was ready for us when we arrived. No problems at all during our stay. Hosts were great and gave us all the information we needed. Looking forward to staying here again in the future.

Perfect location to enjoy all of the activities surrounding Island Park and Yellowstone!!!

We had an awesome stay and we would book it again for another vacation. It was quite and peaceful just what my family needed

We had the best time at the Back Country Cottage. Our kids (5,4, and 2) loved the fun kids loft as well as the perfect sledding hill right out the back door. We loved exploring the outdoors around us, as well as cuddling up to watch movies and play games. And the views out the kitchen window as well from the deck are beautiful. It was the perfect cabin to take our family to. Thank you Back Country Cottage for having such a fun and cozy place to stay!