We stayed at the Pinecone Cabin for 5 nights mid-September while visiting YNP. IMHO, it is the best time to visit the park. The cabin was very conveniently located in town, though finding it after dark was tricky and is not well lit, inside or out.
First off, I let them know of my concerns right after our stay, but had no response from them. This cabin could use some updates and maintenance, and for the price we paid for 5 nights, they could handle it.
A new mattress in the main bedroom, plus new carpet are desperately needed. Do not book unless they say they have a new mattress. The “owners” say it’s their personal cabin. I don’t know how they sleep on it. This thing creaked and squeaked with the slightest movement, was lumpy and awful. After a long day of hiking and driving, I want to sleep comfortably. No joy.
The kitchen was ok. It’s all older but serviceable. No DW. The bar counter was not secured to the wall. There were no spices at all, not even salt and pepper. For minimal cooking, you will be fine. Pots and pans were new. The washer and dryer were nice to have. Water was hot.
Basically, the cabin needs a complete replacement of all soft goods, including carpet, bedding, bedspreads, and removal of dusty fake plants. It met our needs, but was not as comfortable as it should be.