Little Piney is a 392-square-foot pet-friendly cabin in Story, Wyoming, managed by Wyo Stays, a licensed Wyoming real estate brokerage. It sleeps 4 guests across a ground-floor queen bedroom and a two-twin sleeping loft, has a three-quarter bath with a walk-in shower (no tub), and sits inside a fully fenced yard about 20 minutes from Sheridan and 25 minutes from Buffalo.
Quick Facts
- Sleeps
- 4 maximum
- Bedroom
- 1 — queen bed, ground floor
- Sleeping loft
- 2 twin beds, low ceiling — not a bedroom
- Bathroom
- Three-quarter bath, walk-in tile shower — no tub
- Size
- 392 sq ft
- Pets
- Dogs welcome — fully fenced yard
- Parking
- Free on-site and street parking, EV charger
- Laundry
- None — no washer/dryer on site
- Check-in / check-out
- 4:00 PM / 10:00 AM
- Sheridan, WY
- 20 minutes
- Buffalo, WY
- 25 minutes
392 Square Feet, Honestly Stated
Little Piney is 392 square feet. That's the whole pitch, said plainly instead of buried in the fine print — a cabin sized to be ideal for two guests and comfortable for three, with a maximum of four. Everything you need is here; nothing you don't is.
The sleeping loft has two twin beds under a low ceiling, and guests have told us for years that it photographs bigger than it is. So we say that first: it's a kids' loft or a single sleeper's space, not a second bedroom, and not where two adults want to share for a week. Book it for what it is and it delivers exactly that — a warm, well-kept, small cabin that does its one job well.
The Fenced Yard
This is the single strongest reason guests book Little Piney. A fully fenced private yard means a dog can be off-leash the moment you arrive — no leash, no worrying about the road, no waiting for a walk. Add a wrap-around deck, a BBQ grill, and a fire pit, and the yard does double duty as the dog's space and yours.
Wild turkeys and mule deer regularly browse through the yard, especially at dawn and dusk — guests consistently name it a highlight, not a nuisance. Dogs are welcome; smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
The Space
Photography of Little Piney is scheduled for October 2026. Until then, here's the walkthrough in words, arrival to fire pit.
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Arrival & Exterior
A 392 sq ft cabin set back from N Piney Road, with free on-site parking, an EV charger, and keyless entry at the private entrance.
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The Deck
A wrap-around deck rings the cabin — morning coffee, evening fire pit smoke, and a clear view of whatever's browsing the yard.
03
Living & Kitchen
A full kitchen — stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, cookware, and dishes — opens into the living space, heated and cooled by a ductless mini-split.
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The Bedroom
One queen bed on the ground floor, steps from the three-quarter bath.
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The Sleeping Loft
Two twin beds under a low ceiling — a kids' loft or a single sleeper's space, not a second bedroom.
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The Bath
A three-quarter bath: toilet and a walk-in tile shower. No tub — stated plainly so nobody books expecting one.
07
The Fenced Yard
Fully fenced, private, and the reason most guests book Little Piney in the first place — a dog can be off-leash from the moment you arrive.
08
Evening Fire Pit
A fire pit and BBQ grill on the wrap-around deck close out the day, often with turkeys or mule deer passing through at dusk.
Getting Here
A guest told us recently that Google Maps took them on a wrong turn near the cabin, while Apple Maps worked fine. This section exists to fix that — use the coordinates below and you'll land at the door.
GPS Coordinates
Mapping apps sometimes route to the wrong turn off N Piney Road. Use the coordinates above and you'll land at the door.
Northbound from Buffalo
From Buffalo, take I-90 north toward Sheridan to Exit 44, signed for US-87 N / Piney Creek Rd toward Story and Banner. Follow Piney Creek Rd toward Story; N Piney Road turns off near the property. If the turn doesn't match what your map shows, trust the coordinates above.
Southbound from Sheridan
From Sheridan, head south on US-87 through the town of Big Horn, continuing south toward Banner and Story. N Piney Road turns off US-87 near the cabin — again, the coordinates above are the reliable fallback if a turn looks wrong.
Drive Times
| Destination | Drive Time |
|---|---|
| Sheridan, WY | 20 min |
| Buffalo, WY | 25 min |
| Sheridan County Airport (SHR) | 25 min |
| Story Fish Hatchery | 5 min |
| Fort Phil Kearny | 10 min |
| Red Grade Road trailheads | 30 min |
| Bighorn National Forest | 20 min |
| Billings, MT airport (BIL) | 2 hr 15 min |
What's Nearby
Along the drive in
Piney Creek
The creek the road is named for — runs right past the property.
A few minutes away
The Story Store
The closest grocery and general store — coffee, essentials, and local goods.
The I-90 Stopover
Story sits between Sheridan and Buffalo, minutes off I-90, and a real share of Little Piney's stays are guests breaking up a long drive rather than settling in for a week. If that's you: arrive late, sleep well, let the dog out in a fenced yard instead of on a leash in a parking lot, coffee on the deck, gone by ten.
It's a genuinely useful stop on the drive between Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore, or anywhere else I-90 takes you through northern Wyoming — small enough to feel like a real stay, not just a place to park for the night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Piney dog friendly?
Yes — Little Piney is pet friendly and built around it, with a fully fenced private yard where a dog can be off-leash. It's the single biggest reason repeat guests come back.
Is the yard actually fenced?
Yes, the yard is fully fenced. It wraps the property alongside the deck, so a dog has real off-leash room without a guest needing to watch the treeline every minute.
How far is Little Piney from Sheridan?
Little Piney is about 20 minutes from Sheridan, Wyoming. Buffalo is about 25 minutes in the other direction, which makes Story a genuine halfway point between the two towns.
Is there a bathtub?
No, there is no bathtub. Little Piney has a three-quarter bath with a toilet and a walk-in tile shower — plan accordingly if a soak is part of the trip.
Is there a washer and dryer?
No, there is no washer or dryer at Little Piney. Plan to do laundry before or after your stay, or at a laundromat in Sheridan, 20 minutes away.
Is the loft a real bedroom?
No, the sleeping loft is not a bedroom. It's a low-ceiling loft with two twin beds, best suited to kids or a single adult sleeper rather than a couple sharing the space.
Does the cabin have air conditioning?
Yes — Little Piney has a ductless mini-split system that provides both air conditioning and heat, so the cabin stays comfortable through hot Wyoming summers and cold winters alike.
How many people does it really sleep?
Little Piney sleeps 4 people maximum — a queen bed on the ground floor plus two twin beds in the sleeping loft. It's ideal for two guests and comfortable for three.
Is there WiFi strong enough to work from?
Yes, Little Piney has WiFi and a dedicated workspace, so it's set up for a guest who needs to get a few hours of work done before heading out to explore.
Where do I park, and can I bring a trailer?
Little Piney has free on-site and street parking, plus an EV charger. Specific trailer or oversized-vehicle space isn't listed — call (307) 312-9656 before you book if you're towing.
Is the road noisy?
It's the main road through a town of roughly 800 people, so expect occasional local traffic rather than silence — but it's nothing like a highway, and evenings are quiet.
Will I see wildlife?
Very likely — wild turkeys and mule deer regularly browse through the yard, especially in the early morning and evening. Guests consistently name it a highlight of the stay.
Is it open in winter?
Yes — Little Piney is a year-round rental, and the ductless mini-split provides heat through Wyoming's winter months along with air conditioning in summer.
What's the closest grocery store?
The Story Store is the closest option, just a few minutes from the cabin, with groceries, coffee, and local essentials. Sheridan, 20 minutes away, has full-size grocery stores.
How do I check in?
Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM, both handled through keyless entry at the private entrance — no front-desk meetup required.
What Guests Have Said
Real Stays, In Their Words
"Sweet tiny home with a great wrap around deck, dog friendly, comfortable in a beautiful setting."
— Pam, Colorado Springs, CO
"Really nice for our dog to have a fenced in yard area. We used the bbq for dinner and enjoyed the creek a few blocks down and the pine trees."
— Brittney, Boulder, CO
"The place is small and cozy which is perfect for 2-4 people! I loved the wood finish in the house… it had a true cabin feel."
— Addison
"We truly enjoyed the charm of this neighborhood, especially watching the wild turkeys browse casually around the home."
— Aimee
"Quiet and cozy, a great jumping off point to explore the nearby mountains and cute Sheridan downtown."
— Lexi, Virginia Beach, VA
"Cute rustic little cabin. Loved that it was dog friendly!"
— Kaylee, Colstrip, MT
"It was the perfect cabin for our family 4!"
— Kristin, Riverton, WY
"One of the best locations to see the Bighorn Mountains."
— Sarah, Minneapolis, MN
"There is a great market right down the street that sells groceries and beer."
— James, Hurst, TX
In Plain Terms
Little Piney is a 392-square-foot cabin at 6 N Piney Road, Banner, Wyoming, in the community of Story, Wyoming. It is managed by Wyo Stays, a licensed Wyoming real estate brokerage based in Sheridan. The cabin sleeps 4 guests maximum: one queen bed in a ground-floor bedroom, plus two twin beds in a low-ceiling sleeping loft that is not a second bedroom. It has a three-quarter bathroom with a walk-in shower and no bathtub, and there is no washer or dryer on site. Little Piney is pet friendly, with a fully fenced yard for dogs to use off-leash. It is approximately 20 minutes from Sheridan, Wyoming and 25 minutes from Buffalo, Wyoming.
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