Elk Valley Ranch Retreat Cody

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Elk Valley Ranch Retreat – Your Gateway to Yellowstone
Bedrooms

1

Baths

1

Sleeps

4

Nestled in the heart of the Wapiti Valley, just a short scenic drive from the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, Elk Valley Ranch Retreat offers the perfect home base for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those looking to unwind surrounded by wildlife and stunning mountain views.
This cozy one-bedroom apartment sits on the banks of the North Fork of the Shoshone River, a prime location for viewing elk, deer, eagles, and other wildlife. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the porch with a cup of coffee at the café table, watching birds gather by the private pond (please note: no fishing in the pond). With the river just steps away, the sights and sounds of Wyoming’s wilderness are never far.
Inside, the space is thoughtfully designed for comfort after your day's adventures. The custom kitchenette includes a Keurig coffee and tea maker, mini fridge/freezer, toaster oven, and microwave (note: no stove/oven). The cozy living area features a dining table, sleeper sofa, and Apple TV, while the bedroom offers a plush king bed and gas stove heater for cool mountain nights. A walk-in shower in the galley style bathroom and Wi-Fi provide modern touches to this peaceful retreat. Whether you're heading into Yellowstone, fly fishing nearby, or simply soaking in the views, Elk Valley Ranch Retreat is a serene and scenic place to call home.
Additional Notes:
The property owner resides in the attached main home.
No air conditioning at the property —cool mountain nights and fresh air make for restful sleep with windows open.

Max Occupancy: 4 Guests
Accommodations:
Bedroom: King Bed
Living Room: Sofa Sleeper
Bathroom: Walk-In Shower


Amenities

Emergency
  • Emergency Medical Contact
  • Emergency Police Contact
  • Emergency Fire Contact
Safety Features
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Smoke Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Outdoor Lighting
Cleanliness
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Self Check In / Check Out
Northfork/Wapiti
  • Northfork/Wapiti
Amenities
  • Bed Linens
Sports And Adventure
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Fly
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Snowboarding
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf course within 30 min drive
Themes
  • Family
Location Types
  • Rural
  • Water View
  • Mountain View
  • Mountain views
Attractions
  • Museums
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Eco Tourism
  • Horseback Riding
  • Shopping
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing
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Season Period Min.Stay Nightly Weekly
Summer 2025 05/16/2025 - 09/30/2025 2 $145.00
Fall 2025 10/01/2025 - 10/31/2025 2 $145.00
Winter 2025/2026 11/01/2025 - 05/15/2026 2 $145.00
Summer 2026 05/16/2026 - 09/30/2026 2 $245.00
Fall 2026 10/01/2026 - 10/31/2026 2 $145.00
Winter 2026/2027 11/01/2026 - 05/15/2027 2 $145.00

Reviews

Beautiful Stay
Nice peaceful stay. Very clean cabin and property. Easy booking, arrival and departure.
Robert
Jun 2025
Nice Cabin
The cabin is in a beautiful location, and the beds are comfortable. The shower is small, but doable. The living room and TV could be laid out differently and function better. I recommend changing the shower head to tilt down more and replacing the shades with something more modern that blocks light. But overall it's nice!
Steven
Sep 2024
Stay
It was a wonderful location and beautifully kept. Thank you.
William
Jun 2024
WOW/AWESOME
Everything you could want, rustic yet modern cabin and quiet. Beautiful drive to East gate of Yellowstone or Cody. You will not be disappointed.
Evelyn
Sep 2022
This cabin is part of a larger home in a beautiful valley where you can hear the Shoshone River nearby. It appears to be a retrofitted garage stall, as it is attached to the main home – there is a door that leads to the main house and you can sometimes hear the owners as they come and go. This wasn't an issue but was a little unexpected. You can tell that a lot of thought went into the unit as the finishings are beautiful and high-end – the bathroom floor, countertops, and woodwork are especially stunning! The bed was very comfortable. The view from the unit's private door is lovely and we saw several deer come and go. The shades are semi-sheer and didn't feel private at all – some curtains in the bedroom that can be drawn shut would be nice. There is no hot plate, oven, or toaster, so we ate cold food or cooked in the microwave. There is a one-cup Keurig and a few provided k-cups. There is no AC in the unit, but we were only really there in the mornings and evenings and were quite comfortable, even in the middle of July. Keep in mind that even though it is just a 35-min drive to the East gate of Yellowstone, you will still need to drive at least an additional 60-90 minutes to get to any of the bigger attractions. Yes, the entire drive to and through the park is beautiful, but it is a LOT of driving, especially if you're navigating your way back to the Airbnb on the winding roads in the dark after a long day of exploring. There is very limited cell service, and although the owners provide high-speed internet/Wi-Fi to the Apple TV in the unit, they do not share the Wi-Fi password. This would be enough to discourage me from visiting again, as it made planning our day trips and keeping tabs on issues back home quite a bit more challenging.
Jessica
Jul 2022
The property was amazing. It is a good base location to travel to other points of interest. It was so....so quite! and the scenery was indescribable. I'm not sure it would be suitable for a family with kids that like to play outside or want to cookout, but we were on the move a lot. For a couple, you'd be hard pressed to find a better place. Also, I highly recommend the Bill Cody Ranch a few miles away for breakfast , dinner and horseback riding.
Bill
Jul 2022
We were just speechless with the details inside of the cabin and the view. This isn't a typical old fashioned cabin. The details on the flooring and decor takes it to another level. Home away from home feeling. Bed extremely comfortable my husband, my 4 year and I shared it. You can hear the river flowing next to it. Cons- we were visiting Yellowstone although it was about a 30-40 min drive to the east entrance, it was another 1 hour to the fishing bridge another 1-1:30 to old faithful. Anyways great stay!
Amanda
Jul 2022
Beautiful view. Quiet and peaceful. Tranquil even. Deer would come into the yard and graze while we sat on the porch. Make sure to read the description and not just the comments. This is an apartment, not a cabin. It is connected to the owners home BUT we were NOT disturbed at all. We would occasionally hear the door into the garage shut when one of them would go out. My family of 3 fit comfortably. Approximately 1 hour from the East gate into Yellowstone. You drive through beautiful scenery to get there/back. Even saw a moose on our last day between the park and apartment entrance.
Wesley
Jul 2022
Very comfortable, quiet place to stay. The sound of the river along with wildlife in the yard make it a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of life. It's a 30 minute drive thought the Shoshone Forest to the east gate of Yellowstone. Only complaints would be the tiny bathroom, lack of wifi, and lack of a grill or stove to cook a meal on (bit of a drive to find a restaurant). However, the quiet beauty surrounding the location of this place more than makes up for its shortcomings. Book it and enjoy getting away from it all!
Thor
Jul 2022
Excellent
My husband and I spent three nights at Shoshone River Retreat on our trip from Oregon to Mt Rushmore and so enjoyed the peaceful quiet and beauty of the cabin and it's majestic surroundings. The charming cabin was clean and very comfortable and was an easy drive to Yellowstone for a day of exploring and to Cody for dinner. We were grateful for the opportunity to stay there and recommend it highly.
Sarah
May 2022
Quiet and Comfortable
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. This beautiful property is off the highway and hidden behind trees so that the only thing you hear is the babbling of the Shoshone River. I could not have enjoyed myself more and highly recommend this property.
Eddie
Oct 2021
Great log house
This is a great place to stay between Cody and Yellowstone. Very quiet with the river in the back yard. Deer everywhere around the house. Only about a 20 min drive to Cody. We would definitely stay here again!!
Nacole
Sep 2021
Very Good
I wished truly that there was an oven. It was an oversight on my part. I also realized at night you could see through the bedroom window even with the blinds drawn. I wouldn't mind so much if it was a stand alone cabin but since there were people in and out of the attached home I felt uncomfortable with the lack of privacy. All in all our stay was great and response for any questions was prompt.
Rebekah
Aug 2021
Very Good
nice clean cabin, very quiet & secure setting on Shoshone river. bathroom a little small, would have liked a full fridge & stove, but we knew what it was going in. otherwise very nice
Glen
Aug 2021
Shoshone River Retreat at Wapiti
The Shoshone River Retreat was 5 Stars hands down! Amazing views, quiet escape, serene landscape, and the retreat was stocked with every amenity we could possibly need. Thank you for your hospitality and excellent communication. We celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary and were appreciative of the time spent together at this amazing getaway and peaceful location.
Casie
Jun 2021

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Welcome to Elk Valley Ranch Retreat!
Welcome to Elk Valley Ranch Retreat!
Quaint sitting area perfect for a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine
Quaint sitting area perfect for a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine
Bedroom with king bed and cozy cabin feel.
Bedroom with king bed and cozy cabin feel.
Cabin feel throughout the space.
Cabin feel throughout the space.
Guest parking area.
Guest parking area.
The cozy living room with sofa sleeper.
The cozy living room with sofa sleeper.
Kitchenette area with mini-fridge, toaster oven, microwave and Keurig coffee maker.
Kitchenette area with mini-fridge, toaster oven, microwave and Keurig coffee maker.
The kitchenette offers convenience during your stay.
The kitchenette offers convenience during your stay.
Main room with open living area, dining nook and kitchenette with bar style seating and smart tv.
Main room with open living area, dining nook and kitchenette with bar style seating and smart tv.
Cozy dining space in the main room.
Cozy dining space in the main room.
Entering Elk Valley Ranch Retreat surrounded by mountain views.
Entering Elk Valley Ranch Retreat surrounded by mountain views.
Wildlife frequent the area including elk, deer, eagles and other animals.
Wildlife frequent the area including elk, deer, eagles and other animals.
Main room entrance area.
Main room entrance area.
Main bedroom with king bed, plenty of storage space and a cozy gas fireplace.
Main bedroom with king bed, plenty of storage space and a cozy gas fireplace.
Cozy sitting area and gas fireplace in the main bedroom.
Cozy sitting area and gas fireplace in the main bedroom.
Galley style bathroom with step in shower.
Galley style bathroom with step in shower.
Galley style bathroom with step-in shower.
Galley style bathroom with step-in shower.
Beautiful views of the pond and river.
Beautiful views of the pond and river.
Enjoy the relaxation and adventure that the area has to offer.
Enjoy the relaxation and adventure that the area has to offer.
Views from the pond and Shoshone River.
Views from the pond and Shoshone River.
Guest parking area at Elk Valley Ranch Retreat.
Guest parking area at Elk Valley Ranch Retreat.
Views of the entrance to Elk Valley Ranch Retreat.
Views of the entrance to Elk Valley Ranch Retreat.
Water sports and world class fly fishing on the Shoshone River.
Water sports and world class fly fishing on the Shoshone River.
Wildlife frequent the area, watch for elk, deer, bald eagles and other animals
Wildlife frequent the area, watch for elk, deer, bald eagles and other animals
Surrounded by beautiful views.
Surrounded by beautiful views.


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