Log home, sleeps 12 in 6 queen beds, has 4 bedrooms and 3 full sized bathrooms
Location: Absarokee, Yellowstone Country, Montana, USA (1 hr & 15 min drive from the Billings International Airport)
Accommodations: Cabin, 4 Bedrooms + Loft, 3 Baths (Sleeps 12-16)
Keywords: Cabin
4bd/3ba, sleeps 12 in 6 queen sized beds, with room on the floor for more, approx. 3,100 sq. ft. situated on a 450 acre ranch. It is charming, modern and comfortable and ready for a family gathering, wedding, anniversary or a romantic get-away. The house has three levels, with two beds upstairs (one in a private bedroom the other in the loft area), one bedroom on main floor, and two bedrooms in the basement. One of the bedrooms in the basement has two queen sized beds. It has three full bathrooms one on each floor. The bathroom upstairs has a jetted Jacuzzi tub, large enough for two, and glass enclosed shower. The other 2 bathrooms are full sized. Bedding, towels, and pillows are provided for 12 guests. Horses and dogs are allowed with prior approval.
The Log House offers incredible view of The Beartooth Mountain Range, and view of a small pond and year round creek from the living room's large cathedral style windows and large outdoor deck. Along the creeks are large cottonwood and aspen trees. On the Ranch there is also a private trout lake, about eleven acres in size, and several beaver ponds. All offer private trout fishing to guests and is within easy walking distance for all. When the roads are dry, or frozen all areas of the ranch can be accessed by a 4 wheel drive, or other high clearance vehicle, staying on roads or paths. If river fishing is what you are after the Stillwater River is only 10 minutes drive, Rosebud Creek the same distance and the Yellowstone River is only 30 minutes drive away. Because of the abundance of water and trees this section of land draws wildlife of all kinds, and many species of birds. Often these can be spotted from the living room's windows, and large viewing deck on the mountain side and creek side of the house.
At the Ranch there are outdoor activities like walking, sightseeing, photography, bird watching, swimming or fishing at the private lake. There is a dock with a picnic table if you want to pack a cooler and spend a good long time soaking up the sun and scenery. The Ranch is a short distance to spectacular hiking trails, mountain biking, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, white water rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, the famous Beartooth Highway, Absarokee Days, historic Red Lodge and its annual rodeo and mountain man rendezvous, quaint towns with great gift shops in Absarokee and Fishtail, ATV rentals, wagon tours & sleigh rides, Stillwater Art & Wine Festival, or a day trip into Yellowstone National Park. The route to Yellowstone from the Ranch is breathtakingly beautiful, going over the Beartooth Highway to the Top of the World, then through the historic mining town of Cooke City.
Yellowstone Park is approximately 2.5 hrs away, Billings Airport is approximately 1 hour drive. Located equal distance, about 10 minute drive from the quaint shops of Absarokee and Fishtail. Grocery and gas available in both towns.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Full sized, high capacity, front loading.
- Dryer : Full sized, high capacity, front loading.
- Linens Provided : One spare set of sheets for every bed.
- Off Street Parking : ample
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : ample
- Wood Stove : Glass front, ornamental
- Beds
- Queen Bed (6) : One queen bed is in a loft, the other four are in private bedrooms. One bedroom has two queen size beds. Total of 6 beds, sleeping 12 guests. Optional self inflating air mattress will sleep two more guests.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Large enough to be shared by two. Great for soaking after hike or ski.
- Cable/Satellite TV : 150 channels
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Lots of VHS tapes, family movies.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Modern kitchen, fully stocked.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : On the balcony, same level as kitchen and easily accessible.
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Fire pit in front yard.
- Balcony : Huge deck wraps around front back and mountain view side of the house.
- View/Location
- Lake View : 11 acre lake with private Cutthroat trout fishing. Within easy walking distance from the Log House. When roads are dry or frozen a sport utility vehicle (SUV) can be driven to the lake.
- Water View : Small pond and creek in front yard and viewable from cathedral style windows and large deck.
- Mountain View : Views of the Beartooth Mountain Range from the cathedral style picture windows and outdoor deck.
- Communications
- Telephone : Make free local calls, including Billings.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Not quite broadband speeds, but reasonably fast.
- Other Amenities
- Equipment or dog wash available near the washer & dryer. Dog room to keep dog until dry.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Wet or dirty pets have a pet room in the basement near the dog wash. We ask that you keep shedding dogs off the furniture and bedding.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : 6 stairs to enter the log house. Once accessing the Main floor, via the 6 stairs, the visitor has easy access to kitchen, bathroom, living room, TV, stereo, and one bedroom, as well as large outdoor deck. Stairs to loft and stairs to basement. Most outdoor areas of the 450 acre Ranch can be accessed by driving a 4 wheel drive vehicle, or standard vehicle with good ground clearance on dirt roads. Ranch's manager on duty for assistance, lives in house on the property.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- The ranch is only a 2 hour drive to Yellowstone Park. A day-trip can easily be made to the Livingston or Cooke City/Red Lodge entrance. The drive through Red Lodge to the Park is one of the most scenic in the U.S. over the Beartooth Highway.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Up to 12 Guests $275/night in peak June 1 - Oct 31. $225.00/night in off-peak.
$25/night per additional guest over the number of 12.
12 sleep in beds, additional 4 can sleep on two self inflating air mattresses.
You can pay by PayPal or call us and give us any major credit card.
1/2 rental fees due at time of reservation. Other 1/2 due 30 days prior stay.
First 4 guests have fishing privileges at private lake.
$50/guest/day for additional fishing privileges.
Owner pays for damage insurance, so no damage deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1989
Lee and Roxanne Dunn enjoy sharing the Log House and Cobblestone House with vacationers while living in year-round in another house on the Ranch. Lee and Roxanne grew up in Colorado, and both moved to Montana 20+ years ago. The Ranch is now organic certified for pasture and hay, and will be seeking organic certification for cattle in 2012. Please come and visit us, and we'd be glad to tell you all about this special place.
Why the Owner Chose Absarokee
Lee and Roxanne were attracted to this area because of a combination of wide open space and mountain views. The section of land that the Ranch is located has a lake and three creeks which are flowing year-round. This makes it special because it draws all sorts of wildlife.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
This log home is modern and comfortable with all the conveniences of home, yet the backdrop is spectacular, with breathtaking views of the Absaroka Beartooth Mountains and wildlife passing by the cathedral style windows and large viewing deck. Guests can enjoy walks in the aspen grove, cottonwoods, grass fields, and creek bottoms. The ranch is a peaceful and a quiet place to stay and one can have as much solitude as you like. But if it is activities that you desire there are plenty of those on the ranch and nearby. You will get a sense of history when looking at the Cobblestone House, which was built onto over the years, but is the original Hudson homestead house. Take a look inside the nearly 100 year old barn, which is sometimes home to a pair of barn owls. We are equipped with corrals and stalls, so bring your horse and ride on the ranch or one of the many trail heads within short driving distance. Another added benefit, is the peace of mind knowing that the Ranch's owners lives on the ranch in a separate house within walking distance to the Log House, and can assist guests, if needed.
Property Photos
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- Log home, sleeps 12 in 6 queen beds, has 4 bedrooms and 3 full sized bathrooms - Absarokee, Montana Vacation Cabin with Mountain Views Near Fishing
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- Open year round! Don't miss the winter wonderland scenery. - Absarokee, Montana Vacation Cabin with Mountain Views Near Fishing
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- This queen log bed is in the loft. There are five other queen sized beds. - Absarokee, Montana Vacation Cabin with Mountain Views Near Fishing
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- Big picture windows, plenty of seating, and wood stove in living room.
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- Modern kitchen, fully equipped with service and seeting for 12 guests.
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- Plenty of space on the deck for a bbq, yoga or just soaking up the sun.
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- There is a total of 6 queen sized beds, all are very comfortable.
Traveler Reviews (38)
Christmas at White Deer Ranch
Guest: Teal G.
Date of Stay: 12/24/11
Review Submitted: 01/15/12
Our family spent Christmas at the White Deer Ranch. The cabin was great! The views were breathtaking and the cabin was large enough to accommodate our family with room for privacy and a chance to be apart. Roxanne even decorated for Christmas! It was very cozy and comfortable. They allowed us to have our dogs, which was important to us. We had Christmas dinner at the cabin and we found the kitchen to be functional, spacious, and well equipped. The owners were available for support if needed, but left us alone to enjoy our family-time together. I would definitely recommend this cabin for a large group of people.
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Great place to ring in the New Year!
Guest: Tina M.
Date of Stay: 12/30/11
Review Submitted: 01/02/12
The White Deer Ranch was the perfect place for our party of 6 adults and 7 children to ring in the New Year. The accommodations were perfect - it had a fully stocked kitchen large enough to seat all of us. Everyone had a bed to sleep in, and it was so nice to have a full bathroom on each floor. Roxanne's directions to the Ranch were perfect and easy to follow. The property was very clean - the Christmas lights were even turned on for our arrival, which was a nice, welcoming touch. Booking the Ranch was easy and Roxanne was very helpful in answering my questions - she even sent me information on area happenings for the New Year. We wished there had been snow for sledding as there are several great hills nearby, but we had a great time walking around the property. The kids loved the creek and tire swing! The property is beautiful and the views are amazing - I would definitely recommend this Ranch for your next gathering!
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Memories Made in Fishtail
Guest: faith p.
Date of Stay: 12/15/11
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
We had a great, great time during our family Christmas in the cabin! Starting with the welcome, hand written note and fresh honey to the walks and sledding. We are ALL anticipating our next stay there. It was just perfect in every way. thank you, thank you! Faith
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Best Vacation of the Year
Guest: Eric H.
(Cottonwood Heights, Utah)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 09/01/11
We stayed at White Deer Ranch with our extended family. Our four couples with a total of 5 kids slept comfortably in the cabin. There was plenty of space for each family to have some privacy if needed. The cabin is unquestionably clean and surprisingly well-stocked. My advice, don't buy anything before you get there. Absarokee and Fishtail are near enough and the grocery stores there can take care of your needs at reasonable prices. Also, you may be surprised to see the spices and other supplies that are already in the kitchen. This year, my kids (ages 12 and 6) have been to Maui, China, South Korea, Kiawah Island and White Deer Ranch. Without hesitation they say that White Deer Ranch was their favorite. We even had "no television" rule and they never felt bored. The kids found their own entertainment all week long without any difficulty. The lake, cats and goats were more than enough. Add in two AMAZING dogs who never get tired and there was almost too much for them to choose from. Roxanne and Lee are wonderful hosts--quietly available to help make your vacation run smoothly. A quiet cabin vacation with as much adventure as you care to add.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers.
Favorite area of our trip
Guest: Valerie W.
Date of Stay: 07/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/09/11
This was our Yellowstone vacation. We started at Fishtail, and it ended up being one of our favorite parts of the trip. I love the area there is so much to do..we regret not staying longer. The stocked pond was a favorite with my husband he caught 18 out of 28 he had on... all nice size 17 to 20 inches. The cabin was beautiful, very very clean, beds were comfy and it was very well lstocked..even a waffle maker the kids loved it! We got a chance to talk to the Dunns, they were very friendly and accommodating..even invited us for their family fireworks on the fourth... we had a nice surprise on our arrival honey from their bee hives on the property...Roxanne also told us about the falls that were well worth the hike! They even had all the area attractions on a GPS at the house for us to use. Great place, We could live there!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Beautiful, relaxing, perfect get-away!
Guest: Dan and Diana
(Elizabeth, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
We were so fortunate to be able to experience the White Deer Ranch this summer. We traveled from Denver to the ranch in July and spent the week doing exactly what we wanted to do! Fishing in the morning guaranteed an awesome catch. Quiet and relaxing on the deck in the afternoon and around a campfire in the evening, the trip could not have been better. The ranch was close to many different trails for day hikes and Red Lodge provided an interesting and fun day of shopping and a few breweries to top it off. The cabin was equipped with absolutely everything you could want or need for your vacation. Roxanne and Lee were the best - THANK YOU! Without a doubt, we will be back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Amazing home, property and vista
Guest: cheryl v.
Date of Stay: 07/22/11
Review Submitted: 07/28/11
This is a gorgeous ranch property representative of the best of Montana; particularly idyllic venue for sitting on the deck daydreaming, letting go of modern life's stress, and for city kids to run free and explore the great outdoors. The home itself has all the amenities needed for comfort. We were four adults and for young children under six, with plenty of room to spare, and the property offers enough variety that we didn't need to leave it for anything. But if you want to, the area also has several fun little towns to explore and experience historical small town America, and awesome opportunities for any level of hiking. We look forward to re-visiting this ranch many more times.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+.
A FABULOUS PLACE TO RELAX AND HAVE FUN
Guest: Julie W.
Date of Stay: 06/19/11
Review Submitted: 07/06/11
We loved our stay at the White Deer Ranch. Even before we arrived Roxanne answered all the questions of our children and helped with ideas on how to get a handicapped person in the house. The house was clean and comfortable. We had 11 people in our group and had MORE than enough room so everyone was comfortable. (Everyone had their own bed thanks to the air mattresses). The lake was beautiful with great fishing. (One thing we found was the local stores had very FEW fishing supplies.) The kids put a small raft in the lake and loved rowing around. Next time we would bring a canopy to the lake for shade. The children (teens to five years) loved using innertubes in the pond outside of the house. Roxanne was generous in sharing her animals (goat, chicks, and dogs) with children. It was great to have easy access to a laundry machine. The kitchen had everything needed and more. The "bone-yard" was a nice little walk and we saw lots of cool gadgets. The fresh honey waiting for our arrival was a very hospitable touch. Things we would do again would include shopping in Billings, because the close little towns prices were high. It was very helpful to have the GPS in the house to take us to hiking locations. We had a fabulous trip, were treated like royalty and will be back in the future.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Best vacation we've ever been on!
Guest: Adam+Katie
(Crown Point, IN)
Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 06/05/11
My wife and I have traveled all over the US and we both unanimously agreed that this was by far the best vacation we've ever been on! The cabin is absolutely perfect inside and out. It was extremely clean, spacious and fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Inside and outside the views of the Beartooth Mountains are breathtaking! Fishing was great as well at the lake which is just a short walk from the cabin. In 3 days of fishing we caught a dozen cutthroat trout just using a spoon bait from off the dock! We also enjoyed hiking through the valleys and sitting by the campfire outside. We can't wait to come back next year! Thank you again Roxanne and Lee! Adam+Katie
Owner response:What a huge compliment you have given us! We were so happy to hear that you enjoyed yourselves that much. We'd love to have you back. Can't wait to see you next year! Roxanne & Lee
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Wonderful 95th BD party for 16 adult guests
Guest: Jane
(Montana, US)
Date of Stay: 04/15/11
Review Submitted: 04/28/11
Roxanne provided extra air beds, we brought more and there would still have been lots of space for additional sleeping spots. One semi-finished basement room was not even mentioned but worked well as a "man-cave" for the young men in party. Couch was sleepable also. 3 recliners. And the kitchen!! it was better equipped than any full-time home I know. There were heavy duty mixers, 2 kinds of waffle irons, all types of pots,pans, bowls (including, of course, sufficient size for large groups), spices, baggies, etc. About the only kitchen things we wished we'd brought were medium/small containers for taking left overs home. There were a couple medium-sized folding tables; one of which we used to extend the large dining room table sufficient for our 16 to eat at "one" table. However, we were glad we'd brought a card table and 4 chairs; we needed the chairs for our extended table. There was plenty of room for our card table for puzzles, small group card-playing. Volleyball equipment & net, hundreds of movies, lots of board games, tire swing over the creek, walks on the open, rolling plains to the fishing lake (some simple fishing poles, etc. available) and with great views of mountains from balcony and everywhere. We were all adults but would also be great place for plenty of kids to do.
Owner response:Thanks so much for your review. You had such a great group of people and it was so wonderful to have you. Great idea about the folding card table. I'll bet others would get lots of use out of that. Please come back any time!! Lee and Roxanne
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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