The Indian Paintbrush home boasts both indoor and outdoor mountain splendor!!!
Location: Cooke City, Yellowstone Country, Montana, USA (30 Sec from Yellowstone, fly to Billings or Bozeman, MT) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Attached Unit, 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: We offer 2 log homes and 1 log cabin on an amazing property less than a mile from Yellowstone's wild and scenic NE entrance! See vrbo.com/352153 & vrbo.com/354935
Location, Location, Location!! This is clearly the most spectacular vacation rental home we've seen anywhere in Yellowstone, and we love to share!
Rent one, or all 3 of our great cabins on one of the most magestic properties in the valley !! We're at the gateway to YELLOWSTONE'S Lamar Valley, considered the SERENGETI OF AMERICA! The herds of wild animals are spectacular, and unique to this last holdout of "wild America" !
Our homes are less than a mile from Yellowstone Park!! You can enjoy this amazing wilderness setting right from the houses, and yet be a half minute's walk from the Log Cabin Cafe, the Silvergate town park, and 2 general stores! Wildlife, world class trout fishing, a family friendly mountain town, lakes, waterfalls, hiking, and even shopping are at your doorstep. You can't find a more desirable proximity to Yellowstone Park! This area of America is has held its character - you'll find caring people, comfort and true American wilderness ! And all 3 of our homes are on 1 level, without 2nd level stairs.
We have a 5 nite minimum, and during Peak Season from 6/9 - 8/18, we have a 7 NITE MINIMUM stay. You'll be glad you did!
Remember, we have a no pets/smoking policy. thanks !!
The First Home, RIGHT ON THE CREEK, is our amazing Indian Paintbrush. The home can be rented as either a 2bdrm/1bath, or a 3bdrm/2bath. During peak season, (June 9 - Aug 18th), we only rent this home as a 3 bdrm, (we include the attached Owners suite called the Glacier Lily). Outside of this time period you may rent it as a 2bdrm/1bath. Please see the rate info for both the 2 bdrm and 3 bdrm option at the bottom of this listing.
It is comfortable, romantic, and just what you imagine when you think of a mountain log home! This home has big mountain views, the sound of the creek, handcrafted logs, a huge rock fireplace, large living room and a spectacular sunroom! We have two dining areas, and a bar-height counter for socializing. The private deck boasts an unforgettable setting with a pristine forest, creek and mtn view! We frequently see moose eating willows in our yard, summer and winter. This is an ideal combination of mountains and a small village.
If you desire to add additional living space to the Indian Paintbrush outside of the peak period, our elegant 1 room owner's suite is called the Glacier Lily. It is spacious, with a king size bed and a creek view couch, and a private, 1 person soaking tub on the deck. The Glacier Lily has the sound of the creek coming in it's many windows. It is very private with its own yard and a 3/4 bath. It has fishing just a few steps away and a gorgeous mtn view from the bed! We only rent the Glacier Lily in addition to the Paintbrush home, not separately.
The Woodland Star is our bright and sunny log guest house. It's huge bedroom has a king size bed and 2 twin beds. The living room has a sofa sleeper, a beautiful fireplace, and many large windows. The home has a full kitchen, and well as a nice dining area. The bedroom is stunning, with mountain views from the large trapezoid windows. From the king bed you can view snow fields from the towering mtns and hear the creek! Enjoy the outdoor furniture right next to the creek that flows through the property about 50' from the house. People love this home with its bright and airy feel. See vrbo #352153
Our one room Cabin, the Mountain Bluebell, is a jewel. It sits in a secluded, creekside location with it's deck right over the water! It has a queen bed, a kitchenette with a single burner electric stovetop, a microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, and apartment size refrigerator. There is a "full+" bath in the cabin with both a shower, and a fabulous whirlpool tub w/hand held spray. It has 2 easy chairs, and a small dining table. This cabin has one of the best views in the valley!! What a place to explore Yellowstone from !! (That is, if you can force yourself to leave the deck) Please see vrbo #354935
Our family's vacation homes are situated in the beautiful Silvergate valley, less than a mile from Yellowstone Park, and only a few hundred yards from Wyoming's Absaroka Wilderness Area. Our location gives our guests the opportunity to walk to the town park with swings and teeter totters, walk to 4 different creeks with waterfalls in less than 1/2 hour, fish from the property, and yet be seconds from great food and gift shops! The hiking trail into Yellowstone Park from the cabins is amazing !! After mountain run-off we have a great sandy beach on the property!
The region provides enough variety for weeks of adventure. You will find another collection of restaurants, gift shops, and a larger general store just three miles down the road in the small, 1880's mining town of Cooke City. Some day trips include driving over the amazing Beartooth Pass, described by Charles Kuralt as "the most scenic drive in America"! Numerous lakes provide great car picnicking, or plan to reach Red Lodge for a game of golf! An hour drive to the West takes you to Mammoth, the park headquarters. A drive through Sunlight Basin to Cody, Wyoming, (80 miles), is a must. Every night Cody offers its professional rodeo with great kids events. Also try the museum, golfing or excellent whitewater rafting in the Shoshone Canyon.
We're confident that you'll enjoy the mountain experience of a lifetime in any of our homes! You can unwind and enjoy nature, float the Yellowstone river, relax in some hot springs, or challenge yourself to new heights. It's all here, and we'll do our best to show you some big, Western hospitality! We are now taking reservations for the 2012 season. Remember we have a 7 nite minimum during peak time, and you'll wish you had more! See you soon!
John, Kate and Emily Mickus
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Air Conditioning is not needed at this altitude with a properly designed and insulated house like ours.
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : Both Glacier Lily suite and Woodland Star house have a king size bed.
- Queen Bed (3) : Both bedrooms in Indian Paintbrush and the Mountain Bluebell have queen size beds,
- Convertible Bed : We have sofa sleepers in either the sunroom, or the Glacier Lily owner's suite.
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Beautiful, small personal soaking tub, (no jets), on deck of Glacier Lily owner's suite.
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Both Indian Paintbrush and Woodland Star homes have full kitchens with a sitting bar.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : All units have weber grills. Additional charcoal available at General Store.
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : All of our cabins have Soda Butte Creek flowing through property. Paintbrush and Bluebell have decks right on water and Woodland has a creekside sitting area.
- Mountain View : Mountains towering in all directions! Up close and personal!
- Ski-Out : Superb cross country ski trails with several options from the home!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : within the US
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : We have wifi with limited Data plan - ie, we don't download movies or other large files.
- Other Amenities
- Private location directly next to a mountain stream! WE BELIEVE IN COMFORT AND CLEANLINESS!! View snowcapped peaks from the home! Picture perfect home and location!! We also have 2 additional cabins that can be rented on this large property. A GREAT MIX OF WILDERNESS AND TOWN CONVENIENCE!!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Great small mountain resort town for Kids !! Use caution with creek flowing through property.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Total Relaxation and Comfort! The setting of our acreage is one of a kind. We're in a small mountain town, yet you can enjoy Big views, the sound of the creek, mature trees, lots of sunshine, and amazing wildlife. Many pristine hikes leave from our property, yet you can walk less than a minute to 2 general stores and the famous Log Cabin Cafe! Cooke City is only 3 miles up the highway, or rent an ATV and take the back road! Lots to do and see! Easy and beautiful hiking trail along creek into Yellowstone's serenity! This is the most wild and scenic part of the United States!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Paintbrush 2bdrm/1bath $275/nite 4 ppl & $25 ea addit'l (June9-Aug18 3Bdrm only)
Paintbrush 3bdrm/2bath $395/nite 6 ppl ($25 ea additional)
** We only rent Paintbrush as a 3bdrm/2bath June 9 - Aug 18th (w/ Owner's Suite)
** We have a 5 night minimum and a 7 night minimum June 9 - Aug 18th.
Please Add a 10% Bed Tax. We accept personal checks or money orders.
Sorry, NO SMOKING OR PETS. Open May 1st. 20%disc 4/1-5/5, 10/7-11/30
WOODLAND STAR HOME $210/nite 4 ppl max 6 & MOUNTAIN BLUEBELL CABIN $185/nite max 2
THESE ARE THE BEST AND MOST UNIQUE VRBO PROPERTIES IN THE VALLEY !!!!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1975
Why the Owner Chose Cooke City
Because this is the center of the best wildlife ecosystem in the country. It is cool in the summer, and you won't find crowds here!
The Unique Benefits at this House
You'll enjoy our family's personal touch. We take excellent care of our homes, and provide you with all of the comforts you'll need.
This amazing home sits at the end of Moose street with the Soda Butte Creek flowing through the grassy yard. Moose frequent the willows on the South side of the creek (also our land), and you'll notice a nice sand bar on the inside bend of the creek after spring run off. Our other 2 vacation homes with pinpoints B and C are also available to rent. See VRBO #352153
This is our smaller and very romantic Bluebell cabin. It, too, has a deck right on water's edge. Please see description on the first page of this web site. thanks!
This vintage log home is bright and sunny with its own creekside sitting area in the large west lawn. It has one large bedroom with a king and 2 twin beds. Please see VRBO #352153
Silvergate Town Park has lots of elbow room with some big swings, teeter totters, and a picnic tables!
Regionally famous for its wholesome food, this classic log structure is worth just going inside to see its character! Enjoy a glass of wine or homemade desserts. What a jem to have in the neighborhood.
Great coffee! Buy a cup and get free refills all day! This is a classic general store with good taste in gifts, books, ice cream and beer!
Amazing hospitality awaits you as well as gifts, coffee, ice cream, and homemade soups and outdoor seating.
Owner's Map of Cooke City
John, Kate and Emily Mickus live in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Northeast Entrance and the Beartooth Mountains have been their favorite place to recreate for decades! "We just love this area, its like going on a remote backcountry trip but still having some great amenities and the comfort of home!" John's parents purchased the property in 1975 and have created a spectacular combo of vintage log homes and modern comforts.
Combine this with the amazing creekside location in the Yellowstone ecosystem, and you have a vacation to remember! We're sure you will be impressed with the wildlife, mountains, and especially the beauty of our property. We look forward to hosting your family!
Property Photos
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- The Indian Paintbrush home boasts both indoor and outdoor mountain splendor!!! - Yellowstone Vacation Rental In Cooke City
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- Beautiful rock fireplace! This room is comfy! Great leather couch and recliner! - Yellowstone Vacation Rental In Cooke City
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- beautiful, serene setting. Wilderness with indoor comfort! What a deck w/creek! - Yellowstone Vacation Rental In Cooke City
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- You'll enjoy this fabulous kitchen's cedar bar top, and its wall oven/microwave.
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- This is the Glacier Lily owners suite. Amazing setting on creek with outside tub
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- Another angle of the amazing sunroom on the creek! HD TV - bring your DVDs!
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- This is the SW corner of the main room with the kitchen and the fireplace area.
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- To add privacy and wilderness feel we own the moose willows across the creek too
Traveler Reviews (2)
June 25 a July 1, 2011
Guest: Bluff Charged at Trout Lake
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 08/06/11
We stayed in the Indian Paintbrush cabin. It was everything they promised and more! John and Kate were amazing host, throughout our stay. The road to Yellowstone had been washed out, and John took the time from his busy schedule to sit down with us, looked over the map and provided us other options to explore. The cabin was home away from home, the wildlife exhilarating and the townspeople feel like family by the time you leave! If you want a place to reconnect with your family this is the place! Have your morning coffee at Silver Gate General Store, dinner at Log Cabin Cafe in Silver Gate or Beartooth Cafe in Cooke City. Get your groceries at Cooke City General Store (it's like stepping back in time). Visit Yellowstone Park as many times as you can, we recommend the book Yellowstone Treasures by Janet Chapple to throughly enjoy the park as it guides you every step of the way. White water rafting at River Runner of Wyoming in Cody, go to the Cody rodeo. We look forward to going back next year.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
The time of our life!
Guest: dee
(Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 11/22/10
We stayed in the Indian Paintbrush in August 2010. The website information was perfect and helpful. The owners sent pictures of the rental property as we requested and they were very helpful in making our decision to reserve the home. John and Kate were waiting for our arrival and spent time explaining how to make a fire in the fireplace (aka Montana t.v.), where the best hiking trails were, where to eat and buy supplies. The house was very clean and had all the necessary items, microwave, washer/dryer, and enough space to sit or dine. This property is worth every dime you spend on it, I would stay here the rest of my life if I could. A big thank you to the owners for giving other people the opportunity to enjoy all that this place has to offer. The Bish, Andersen, and Hoffer families.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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