VIEW OF YELLOWSTONE RIVER AND CRAZY MOUNTAINS FROM VERMILLION RANCH
Location: Livingston, Yellowstone Country, Montana, USA (Greycliff, Mt., 70 m. from Billings & Bozeman) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 5)
Keywords: Log Cabin
Either relaxation or adventure - a perfect place for vacationing - fully restored Lewis n' Clark Cabin. With your comfort in mind and furnished in a western charm this cabin beckons you to relax. A sunny, large deck draws you out to the surrounding views of the Crazy and Absaroka mountains, the Yellowstone River and Sweetgrass Creek, with adjacent green meadows. PRIME CANCELLED SPACE DISCOUNTED FOR 2011( July 16-30 &AUG 13- 23 -- SOME OF OUR BEST DRY FLY FISHING!) SEE AVAILABILILTY CALENDAR FOR THOSE WEEKS & OTHER TIMES TOO!
NEW THIS YEAR: A SCREENED IN PORCH, so you can enjoy our beautiful late sunsets, while observing the wildlife and birds around the cabin. Listen for the owls and cranes! The Vermillion Ranch hosted the Lewis and Clark Expedition as Clark moved his way down the Yellowstone in 1806.
Complete kitchen, comfortable living room with wood burning stove, queen size bed, and three twins in a spacious loft with six large windows, 2 closets, and sitting area so plenty of space for the children or other adults.
THE RANCH: You will have around 800 acres to roam. Walk over 2 miles of our Yellowstone River frontage! Enjoy our trout and swimming ponds,and the abundant wildlife and birds. You will view nesting eagles, cranes and ospreys. It will be a stress free vacation for you and one client wrote, "I wish I could dismantle the cabin and take it with me! Total privacy here and so much to do!"
FISHING: Our 3 sons run Sweetwatertravel Co. and provide excellent and experienced guides for our clients. We recommend that you hire a guide early in your week for wade fishing, river floats or jet boating so that you will learn how to fish our local waters. Call 406 222 -9393 to make a reservation. You will enjoy your days with the Sweetwater guides!
HKING:Our hiking guide is Felica Ennis, who is congenial and capable. she grew up in Montana and knows the area well. She will take you into the Beartooth or Crazy Mts., both of which offer exceptional hiking.
HORSEBACK RIDING:You can ride horses on a nearby family ranch ,so basically staying at our ranch is like having your own private dude ranch to enjoy with tons of privacy. Arrange your activities to suit your own time schedules, and don't forget to relax in the peace and solitude. If you are not the relaxing type,you can always connect to our high speed internet to keep busy. Also, bring your binnoculars to view the deer, antelope and birds that visit you daily.
If you need a vacation, this is the perfect place! Also art galleries, cowboy events and fine dining in Big Timber, a charming western town nearby.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : WASHER IS IN THE CABIN FOR YOUR USE ONLY
- Dryer : DRYER IS IN THE CABIN FOR YOUR USE ONLY
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : THE CABIN IS IN A MEADOW SO PLENTY OF SPACE TO PARK IN FRONT OF THE CABIN.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : PLENTY OF SPACE FOR CARS, BOATS, RV , TRAILER ETC TO BE PARKED NEXT TO THE CABIN,
- Wood Stove : EFFICIENT STOVE AND FIREWOOD IS PROVIDED
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : The loft has 3 single beds, a sitting area , 6 windows and 2 closets... so lots of space for the kids or adults.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : WRAP AROUND DECK ON 2 SIDES WITH BENCHES AND CHAIRS--LOVELY VIEWS FROM THE DECK AND TOTAL PRIVACY. ALSO,NEW THIS YEAR, SCREENED IN PORCH, WHICH WILL PERMIT YOU TO ENJOY THE LATE EVENING. SUNSETS, WILDLIFE GRAZING, AND BIRDS FEEDING AND SINGING. HAVE YOU EVER LISTENED TO OWLS HOOTING AT NIGHT--A GOOD WAY TO SAY GOODNIGHT TO A RELAXING DAY!
- View/Location
- Water View : We have about 2 miles of Yellowstone River frontage, and the cabin is within walking distance of that and Sweetgrass Creek and our swimming and fishing ponds. A small wooded area is between the cabin and the rivers, but the Yellowstone River and the Crazy Mts. & Absaroka Range are visible from the cabin.
- Mountain View : THE VIEWS ARE OF THE MEADOWS FILLED WITH GAME AND BIRDS LIKE SANDHILL CRANES, WOODS, AND ABSAROKA AND CRAZY MTS--VERY PEACEFUL WITH MANY SONGBIRDS.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet : NO COST TO YOU
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : With owners' approval, pets are allowed with a weekly fee of $50/PET/week. They are not allowed on the furniture.
- Kid Friendly : Our ranch is definitely kid friendly, with lots of places to explore, and we have a swimming pond with a trapeze line for them to swing into the water.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Blue Ribbon Trout Fishing, guided float trips(scenic and fishing) river and pond swimming. Our Sweetwater fishing guides are excellent and very congenial. Also, we have a new hiking guide who is capable and very enjoyable. We can make arrangements for all guided trips for you. SPEND A NIGHT IN OUR MONGOLIAN GER: The ger is like a yurt with a hole in the top for star gazing and ventilation. For those of you who want to have a new experience at the Vermillion Ranch, it is a pleasant overnight. The ger has a wood floor,and silk sides over felt for warmth, but no bathroom. It is peaceful,safe and comfortable. This unique overnight is only for those of you who want a bit more adventure here. Ask us about it,and decide when you arrive. Also, we send our clients to a private Ranch in the Boulder River Valley for horseback riding. This means out place will give you every opportunity as a "Dude Ranch." Arrange your schedule to suit yourselves, and we will assist you happily!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
1900/week .. 7% MT tax on lodging only. 10% discount for additional weeks.
Guests staying more than one week will have weekly cleanings, if desired.
4 night minimum. FISHERMAN SPECIALS through Sweetwatertravel.
Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable deposit of 50% of
the cost of your stay. Ger rents for $300/week, if you are client in the cabin.
The balance is due 90 days before your arrival.
Pets need our approval when booking, and pet fee is $50/pet/week.
Ask about monthly rates-shoulder season only.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1972
Why the Owner Chose Livingston
We bought the ranch for our enjoyment, but since it had 2 historic homes on the property, we decided to rent the Lewis 'n Clark Cabin and the Harrison Homestead seasonally. It is fun for us to watch others delight in our location, privacy, peace, and excellent fishing!We never tire of hearing compliments about the Lewis "n Clark Cabin or the Harrison Homestead.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
See the write up on our personal web site.
Owner's Map of Livingston
My husband Dale, a surgeon who loves to fly fish and hunt, and I bought this ranch as soon as we arrived in Montana. We love living on the Yellowstone River, and our 3 sons now operate an international fly fishing company in Livingston, Mt--Sweetwatertravel. We have enjoyed watching our clients take advantage of all the recreational opportunities at the Vermillion Ranch and in our region. We do not intrude in your vacation, but we are here to help you with any arrangements or questions you have. I am originally from Maine, Dale from Kansas, and we met in Boston, where Dale trained and we lived for about 10 years. Living here is a pleasure we like to share!
Property Photos
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- VIEW OF YELLOWSTONE RIVER AND CRAZY MOUNTAINS FROM VERMILLION RANCH - Montana Vacation Rental
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- PARTIAL VIEW OF THE LIVING ROOM WITH WOOD STOVE,TV AND COMFORTABLE SEATING. - Montana Vacation Rental
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- QUEEN SIZE BED IN DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOM WITH ATTACHED FULL BATHROOM - Montana Vacation Rental
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- LEWIS 'N CLARK CABIN IN THE FALL
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- ONE OF 3 BEDS IN THE LOFT WITH 6 WINDOWS AND 2 CLOSETS
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- SUNNY AND PLEASANT KITCHEN AND DINING AREA FOR YOUR FAMILY
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- SPEND AN OVERNIGHT IN OUR MONGOLIAN GER(YURT) SEE DESCRIPTION IN TEXT.
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- BEAUTIFUL SUMMER SUNSETS AT THE VERMILLION RANCH
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- FAMILIES ENJOY OUR SWIMMING POND WITH A TRAPEZE LINE!
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- THE SCREENED IN PORCH IS DELIGHTFUL, BOTH IN THE DAY AND EVENINGS!
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- BIG RAINBOWS ARE ABUNDANT ON THE YELLOWSTONE RIVER--2009 CATCH.
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- ONE OF THE BIG BROWNS FROM THE YELLOWSTONE RIVER--2009 CATCH!
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- BOUNTIFUL WILDLIFE AND BIRDS LIVE ON THE RANCH--SANDHILLS, EAGLES, DEER & MORE!
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- lOOKING DOWN THE YELLOWSTONE FROM VERMILLION RANCH(PLENTY OF FISHIING WATER).
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- CHILDREN ENJOY RIDING IN THE RAFT AT THE POND!
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- HORSEBACK RIDING WITH RELIABLE HORSES CAN BE DONE AT A NEARBY RANCH.
Traveler Reviews (9)
Lewis and Clark Cabin
Guest: Patrick R.
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 10/26/11
Located on along the Lewis and Clark trail, this is both an historical site (the cabin was one of the first in the area, complete with bullet holes if you know where to look for) and a wonderful place to stay and relax. We were particularly delighted with the wild life that we could see right on the property (deers, geese, sand-hill cranes, feasants, rabbits, pelicans, oxpreys and many small birds -- not to mention wild turkeys), including in the yard just across the windows. We also enjoyed the mile or so of the yellowstone river that borders it, which is just great for fly fishing or floating down the river. The surroundings also offer many opportunities. A small town (Big Timber, about ten miles away) offers many facilities, including a vintage movie theater, and Livingston, Bozeman or Billings are not very far away. For anglers, many tributaries of the Yellowstone offer a variety of sites, and forest trails are nearby (we also took this opportunity to spend a couple of days in the Yellowstone Park). All in all, a wonderful, relaxing stay in the middle of nature in the wild wild west!
Owner response:Another fine review of the varied opportunities that our ranch provides.I am glad they mentioned visiting Yellowstone Park , because it is a beautiful drive down the Paradise Valley into the Park and returning via one a the most outstanding highways in the U.S.--The Beartooth Highway, which goes over a high pass through the mountains into the Park. Many of our clients do this and say the extra driving is worth it to stay at our ranch, where there is lots of privacy, and choice of activities without being surrounded by the crowds around Yellowstone. margaret and Dale, owners
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Your Own Private Hideaway
Guest: Denise N.
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 10/21/11
The Lewis n’ Clark Cabin offers beauty, serenity, privacy and relaxation all wrapped up in a very clean awesome cabin. It has luxurious beds, pillows and linens and about anything else you might want or need. With grand Bonanza style Big Sky views from the bedroom loft; you will drift off to sleep with the sound of Aspen leaves rustling in the evening breeze. The owner’s really know how to treat their guests and even offer them a private spot on the Yellowstone River for fishing and water fun! The cabin is surrounded by trees and has numerous fans inside to keep you cool even when the temperature outside is in the mid-90s! If you take a dog(s) the fence yard surrounding the cabin is a plus as they can go outside without you and you don't have to worry about them roaming. We spent many hours each day just relaxing in the screened in porch watching deer, birds and the cutest little bunnies, the dog really liked those. The Lewis n’ Clark Cabin exceeded our expectations in every way! A PERFECT PLACE TO CHILL OUT AND HAVE FUN!
Owner response:This review makes me want to book my own cabin! Our wonderful guests appreciate our efforts to please, and we are thrilled that they enjoy our ranch as much as we do. We agree that it is,"A PERFECT PLACE TO CHILL OUT AND HAVE FUN!" Even for us that is true. We are here to help, but not to be intrusive of your privacy and family enjoyment of the Lazy MD.
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Lewis and Clark House
Guest: Felicia E.
Date of Stay: 08/21/11
Review Submitted: 10/21/11
We love staying at the Vermillion ranch. The Lewis and Clark house is comfortable, clean, and cozy. It's easy to get to from the Bozeman or Billings airport. It is the perfect get-away and the Yellowstone river with its blue ribbon fishing is right out the door. Evening and afternoon walks, good cooking facilities, and comfortable beds. Heaven! Warm and hospitable.
Owner response:I am glad we had a review that mentioned our excellent fishing right out the door--see the pictures on our web of a few of the trout caught on the Yellowstone and neighboring streams. We have access to some of the best guides in our state,if you want guided floats or just a guide to help with techniques on the rivers, while wading.
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Wonderful vacation location
Guest: Mona C.
Date of Stay: 07/04/11
Review Submitted: 10/19/11
We loved the cabin and the surrounding area. Very quiet, lots of interesting wild life in the area - sometimes in the front yard! The cabin is very well equiped, had all the cooking utensils we needed and then some. The furnishings were rustic, perfect for the setting. Very comfortable beds, lots of towels, everything we needed for a very memorable stay.
Owner response:These clients found our cabin and setting very comfortable and enjoyable. They forgot to mention our new screened in porch, which allows clients to watch wildlife into the pleasant evening hours. I know they enjoyed that also. Margaret Vermillion
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Until next year
Guest: Brad C.
Date of Stay: 08/23/11
Review Submitted: 10/16/11
Lewis and Clark cabin was worth every mile from N.C. to Montana. In fact, we are already excited about coming back next year. In 2010 we took our 4th sight-seeing trip to Montana as well as visting other surrounding states and Canada. During the 2010 vacation we decided for our 2011 vacation to STAY in Montana. Both of us were attracted to it's natural beauty and wildlife. We began to work on the 'where' to stay. We did not want to be in a place that was commercialized with a lot of tourist. Lewis and Clark cabin turned out to be perfect for us. Being on a ranch with surrounding ranches was definitely not touristy! You got a feel for ranch life regarding quietness, animals and ranch work. However the Lewis and Clark cabin is not 'roughing it. We love outdoors but are not 'campers' nor the 'bunk house' type. The cabin was just plain perfect. It has all the creature comforts you have at home. The screened-in porch was my favorite. We would have 'wine-time' in the evenings and watch the wildlife come around. Although this is (by most people's) standards isolated there is a grocery store in Big Timber. Larger grocery stores are in Livingstone, Bozeman and other places you will want to visit. You can do as much or as little as you like. I rented a bike and rode about every day. Brad fly-fished. Next year I would like to go horse-back riding and I may take a fly fishing lesson. There really wasn't enough time for us to do everything in 2 weeks. One day we took a day trip to Yellowstone and another we went to the Gallatin National Forest. Shopping is really good in Livingstone, Bozeman and Red Lodge especially if you like antiques or animal/nature art. I have to say what I enjoyed the most about Lewis and Clark was being able to bring our 2 dogs. They really enjoyed the property. It was great for running with them or taking Ducky and Nessy to the pond to swim. The Yellowstone River that runs through the ranch (another added bonus) was great for dogs and fishing. The river and surrounding mountains make this getaway one of the prettiest places we have stayed. It gets an A+. The negative is the day you have to leave.
Owner response:Wow! This review says it all from returning clients, who were here for 2 weeks. After reading it, I feel that we are doing a great job in making everyone happy. That is our goal to give you the best satisfaction possible for your time here at the ranch. They have expressed everything we like about the cabin/ranch and feel that to date, all of our past clients would agree with this review. margaret Vermillion(owner)
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Lewis 'n Clark Cabin
Guest: I . W. Pennsylvania
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Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 12/13/10
"My husband and I really needed a stress free vacation and your ranch and cabin provided it with your peaceful, tranquil, nature-filled land."
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Lewis 'n clark Cabin
Guest: Dr. and Mrs. D. B. and family, Louisiana
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Date of Stay: 09/05/10
Review Submitted: 12/08/10
We love this place so much and thank you for sharing this treasure with us. We think of you and Montana throughout the year and really look forward to coming'back home' to the Vermillion Ranch yearly.
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