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The Trapper Creek Guest House - Shell, Wy, at the foot of Big Horn Mountains.

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TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fitness facility
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shell, WY
  • Place, Shell Falls
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Horn National Forest Visitor's Center
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Trapper Creek Guest House - Shell, Wy, at the foot of Big Horn Mountains.

History Captured in Wyoming Vacation Paradise
The Trapper Guest House is part of the historic Trapper Ranch, established in 1896 and located in the hamlet of Shell, Wyoming – East of Yellowstone National Park and Cody, at the foot of the little known Big Horn Mountains and National Forest. At 4200 feet, The Trapper Ranch is surrounded by breathtaking scenery in all directions. This area was first settled by pioneers in The Shell Valley and home to one of the first guest ranches in the area where famous travelers like Owen Wister, Teddy Roosevelt, Hemmingway, NC Wyeth, Julian Huxley (founder of WWF) and others vacationed. The Guest House is 3-bedroom log cottage build in 1928 and renovated in 2014. The pristine Trapper Creek runs miles through the property and next to The Guest House.

Enjoy the peace of small-town life, with the beauty of 650,000 acres of public lands as your back yard. For families traveling with ATV's, you can drive directly out from the Guest House onto miles and miles of trails leading into the Bighorn mountains. Nearby, you can enjoy fly-fishing and we would be happy to recommend our favorite local guides! We do also have a few stocked ponds on the property for your self-guided enjoyment. Watch the mountains begin to glow from the comfort of your front porch chair, as the sun rises and sets over the Bighorns. There's plenty of wildlife to see on our property, including mule deer, pronghorns, birds, and more. You might even catch a glimpse of The Hideout Herd of horses, as guests set off for their daily trail rides in the area!

Gas & Groceries can be found in Greybull, just a 20-minute drive away. For minor essentials, or a great lunch and cup of coffee you can head to the local Shell Store; or enjoy a beverage at the beautiful Shell Bar, which is open Weds-Saturday evenings. In a town of 74 people, every place feels like family.

For Paleontology and dinosaur lovers, the Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite is about 10 minutes away, visit the Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site, or The Bighorn Basin GeoScience Center and Greybull Museum in the nearby town of Greybull, WY; just a 20-minute drive. This area is rich with history! Don't forget to stop by the Medicine Wheel, or just take a scenic drive on the Bighorn Scenic Byway (Hwy 14), and stop at the many overlooks along the way; with numerous hiking trails available!

The town of Cody, WY is only 1 hour West of Shell; and holds the title of the "Rodeo Capitol of the World"! Enjoy the Cody Nite Rodeo, which runs 7 days a week from June 1st to August 31st. There's plenty of restaurants, shopping, and nightlife as well.

There is no shortage of amazing memories to be made, with the Trapper Creek Guest House as your home base for your vacation to the Bighorn Mountains. Welcome to Wyoming!
You'll find features such as laundry facilities at this holiday home. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6 minutes by car from Bighorn National Forest and 15 minutes from Shell Falls
As a guest of The Trapper Creek Guest House - Shell, Wy, at the foot of Big Horn Mountains., you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Activities nearby

  • Birdwatching
  • Ecotours
  • Wildlife walks

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Guests can Self-Check Out by 11 a.m. at your own convenience. No need to stop by The Hideout, just leave the door unlocked and ensure all keys are hung back up. Send us a VRBO message when you go.
Please clear all perishable food items to ensure they do not attract mice. All trash must be put in the outdoor trashcan provided, and close the lid. Wash dishes/start the dishwasher.
Do not worry about washing any towels or linens. Our wonderful housekeeping staff will wash and sanitize them between every guest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.