Location: Gardiner, Yellowstone Country, Montana, USA ((Jardine)) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 9-10)
Keywords: Vacation Home
This rustic yet modern lodge located in the historic mining town of Jardine, Montana, is just five miles from the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park. We are surrounded by the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness and Forest Service land - a perfect spot to base out of for the endless activities offered here. Cross country skiing, horseback riding, rafting down the Yellowstone River, hiking, fly fishing world-renowned streams, and jaunts into Yellowstone - just to name a few are all just a few minutes away.
The Bear Lair Lodge features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathsroom in a roomy 2,000 square feet of space. The lodge sleeps 9 comfortably and offers amenities such as pillowtop beds, oversized casual furniture that calls you to fall on and relax, travertine fireplace with woodstove, stereo with ipod docking station and wireless internet.
You can relax in a hammock amid the Aspen and Spruce trees and listen to Bear Creek while cooking dinner on the new gas grill. We are in a secluded setting allowing you to soak in the mountain view, ski or hike out the front door, and truly enjoy a Montana vacation. The town of Gardiner is a short drive away allowing to shop and eat out if you choose. We are happy to help you plan your vacation as it can be overwhelming with so many adventures to enjoy.
A full kitchen has everything you need to crank out a gourmet meal or a frozen pizza. Hammock and gas grill are just off the porch. And, of course, a washer and dryer are located inside for those days you bring the wilderness back on you.
"Thank you so much for the lovely weekend at the Bear Lair Lodge. It was restful, quiet, clean, well-equipped, and a perfect getaway for the weekend! We will do this again and recommend to others."
"The sound of the soothing creek and birds relaxed us. Beautiful mountains and woods. Cooked out, played, and liked our home-base."
"Thank you so much for the lovely setting, warm hearth, and comfy beds."
"Great place to stay! Roomy-beautiful and so close to everything we wanted to do."
"Very relaxing.... wish we were staying longer."
"Cabin is rustic yet with modern accomodations. The sound of the creek eased us to sleep every night. It was nice to be away from and above town. Our kids asked if we could move here."
"We truly enjoyed our stay. It's obvious how much work you have put in to make this place warm and inviting. The attention to detail is awesome..... We enjoyed hearing of the future vision to offer this place as a sanctuary for terminally ill children. We hope you continually have a full house to make that dream come true."
"What a great escape from city life."
"We all enjoyed the creativity of the decor."
"This is just what our family needed - a little piece of heaven."
"What a wonderful place to stay in - it's just what a Montana place should feel like."
"This is such a calming escape. Your lodge is perfect."
"The cabin is so comfortable and welcoming, and you've thought of everything we might need."
"We wish we could stay longer."
"We really enjoyed being so far out away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Nice job remodeling - very cozy and homey."
"Being able to spread out in this lovely place was much better than 2 hotel rooms."
"It's one of those of those memories my husband and I will always cherish. This is a wonderful place for families to re-connect and truly enjoy each other."
"It's a great place for families (2 in this case )or even a large group of friends looking for a quiet retreat."
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- VCR
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- IPOD
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Incredible Elk, Bear, Moose Hunting
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$350/nt + 7% Montana bed tax
Cheaper Rates for parties of 4 or less
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Why the Owner Chose Gardiner
Simply because of Yellowstone. The park is only 5 miles away and has so much to offer. I want to share that with others, especially kids.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We are located in an old gold mining town surrounded by National Forest - a stone's throw from Yellowstone. You can enjoy Yellowstone for the day or within a very short distance raft, horseback ride, hike, bike or fly fish.
Owner's Map of Gardiner
I own and manage all of my vacation rentals to provide the special attention that each guest deserves. I was a backcountry ranger in Yellowstone for many years and am happy to help you arrange activities in and outside of the park. My goal is for each guest to have a Yellowstone adventure that they will never forget.
Property Photos
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- Bear Lair Lodge - Gardiner, Montana - Yellowstone Area Vacation Home
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- The Great Room - Gardiner, Montana - Yellowstone Area Vacation Home
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- Bedroom - Gardiner, Montana - Yellowstone Area Vacation Home
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- Great Room
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- Cruising the Park on the Yellowstone Bus
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- Enjoying the Hot Springs in the Park
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- Fun in the Snow in Front of the Lodge
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- Excitement About Entering Yellowstone National Park from the North Entrance
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- Hanging Out on the Front Porch
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- Bedroom
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- Watching Wolves
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- Listening to Bear Creek
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- Singing on the Front Deck While Soaking in the Views of Yellowstone
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- Photo Opportunity of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
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- Walking the Shores of Yellowstone Lake
Traveler Reviews (3)
Chris(Minneapolis, MN)
Guest: chris
(minneapolis, Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11
Review Submitted: 09/08/11
Our stay at this property was one of our best vacations ever. We were a group of 8. The house exceeded our expectations. It was very clean and well outfitted. It handles a large group effortlessly and is located in a beautiful, quiet area outside of the park. The great room is truly great and the kitchen is perfect for cooking family dinners. We enjoyed the town of Gardner and our visits to the park. We especially enjoyed hiking around the Gardner/Jardine area. We'll be back.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Lex
(Fairfax, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/05/07
Review Submitted: 04/05/07
I absolutely LOVED living in this house for two years and always thought it would make a great vacation rental! The location and setting are perfect for seeing Yellowstone and the renovations make the house even cooler. As a resident of Gardiner for 15 years, I can assure you that this is one of the nicest vacation rentals in the area.
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Guest: N/A
(Bozeman, MT)
Date of Stay: 04/05/07
Review Submitted: 04/05/07
Please be patient as we continue renovation on the lodge. Things are progressing well so we are hoping to have new pictures soon. This is a wonderful place to base from as you explore Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding area.
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