Historic Ranch Near Yellowstone-Zip Line,Horse Rides,Rafting, Hiking
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 1900
About the owner: My husband, Rob and I feel extremely blessed to live in such a an amazing place. We are fortunate to raise our 4 sons, who are the 5th generation, here on the historic Stermitz Ranch. Rob works full time an a Landscape Architect in Yellowstone as well as managing the ranch operations. Stacy is a full time mom and manages the vacation rental properties and the horseback rides. We enjoy working on the renovation projects together, generally on the weekends as time allows. We have enjoyed the challenges that each building brings, and look forward to the day when all of the original structures have been restored and preserved!
Why the Owner Chose Gardiner, MT, USA:
After Rob and I both graduated from college and got married, we decided that this was the ideal place to raise our kids. We both share a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the history of the area, and the proximity to Yellowstone Park makes it ideal. We love the story of how his family came to be here. Rob's great grandfather, Joseph, was born in Slovenia, Austria in 1862 and worked in the coal mines from the age of 9. He later immigrated here from Slovenia with his wife and two children in 1892, following the promise of work in coal mines in Montana. When they arrived he discovered that no work was to be found. Joeseph used his last $10 to buy a shotgun so that he might feed his family. While here, a fire broke out in the Cokedale mines. Joe helped put out the fires and was noticed by the mine boss who asked 'who is that good worker?' Someone explained that it was an immigrant who couldn't find work. The mine boss said 'Put that man to work. Anyone who works that hard for no pay should get a job.' The family, along with the addition of three more children, moved to the ranch in Cinnabar Basin in 1900. They purchased the original homestead of Bob Dixon. Their house consisted of a dirt roofed dugout built by Dixon. Later, when the mine closed in 1910, the lumber was brought from the hospital building in Aldrige to construct a log and lumber house. Rob's grandfather was born here in 1910, and he later attended school at the schoolhouse across from this cabin. In 1935, he married Gladys Elliott, who was one of the teachers at the schoolhouse. Their son, Jim, also attended school there and continues to live on the ranch with his wife Lorayne.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin:
This property is great for people who enjoy being outdoors. It is a truly western ranch experience where guests can see what cowboy life is like. Scenic horseback rides, the wildlife, petting the new foals, touring Yellowstone, taking nature hikes, listening to the many mountain songbirds, sketching the wildflowers, are just a few of the many experiences that this property has to offer. We hope that you enjoy it as much as we do!
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Photos
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The cabin in autumn-view wildlife from the cabin porch.
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The living room has wood floors, comfortable seating and antique furnishings.
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The master bathroom has a pedestal sink and bathtub/shower.
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Master bedroom with king bed,private bath,and patio door to covered porch.
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Where the ranch begins. In the distance you can see the cabin on the hill.
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King bed with a private bathroom.
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View from the Great Room looking into one the Master Suites.
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Big Horn Sheep are often seen on the road near the cabin.
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Double rainbow over the cabins.
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The back covered porch has 2 large picnic tables for outside dining.
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We offer scenic horseback rides with amazing views of the area.
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The living room has large picture windows and patio door leading to the porch.
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King bed, private bath, and amazing views.
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The fourth bedroom has a bunk bed, a double bed, and a bathroom down the hall.
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Our guests always enjoy the new colts in the summer.
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Two twin beds with a shared bathroom in the hallway.
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Cabin's front porch with BBQ grill.
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Back porch views. Elk, deer, bears, and sometimes moose are spotted out front.
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1916 Schoolhouse on the left, Cabin on the right, covered picnic area in front.
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A view of the ranch buildings. The Cabin is on the hill towards the mountains.
VRBO #171379
This listing was first published here in 2008.
Date last modified - Tuesday, September 27, 2016
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