Breathtaking Views of Yellowstone on the Yellowstone River in a Luxury Lodge!
About the property
- House3400 sqft
- Bedrooms5
- Sleeps13
- Bathrooms5
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 nights
Luxury home with 5 private bed/bath suites and a game room! (Sleeps 13)
We have an absolutely ideal location... amazing views and convenience too.
AND, we just completed a MAJOR update and now the home has been entirely renovated. So be prepared to enjoy many new improvements - hard wood floors, kitchen with granite counter tops, new windows, recycled wood ceiling and beams, updated private bedroom/bathroom suites through out, new furniture, game room with pool table, ping pong table and more....
Start your days watching the gorgeous sunrise on Electric Peak (one of the highest mountains in Yellowstone National Park) right from the breakfast table with the gentle sounds of the Yellowstone River flowing by the property. Our vacation rental home is perched above the Yellowstone River with an expansive view overlooking Yellowstone National Park. Wildlife abounds! Watch eagles, osprey and ravens soar over the River. From the dining room or deck off the back, we've watched a wolf pack pursue and take down a pronghorn, eagles catching fish in the river, bison herds grazing, elk swimming across the river and a pronghorn give birth to twins! You never know what you may see - it can be utterly amazing wildlife encounters or simply the awe inspiring beauty of the mountains and river. Our view is south facing, so there's lots of sunlight to soak in all day long. At the end of the day, grill in the yard and let the kids play on the swing set or just sit on the deck while you watch the sunset reflections on the river and enjoy the 'big sky' views of Montana and Yellowstone.
The convenience of our property will make your vacation feel simplified and relaxed. You can walk to the grocery store, restaurants, ice cream and pizza too...check out the bookstore, gift shops or even white water rafting outfitters where they'll 'suit you up' and take you rafting down the river, right by your vacation home! Elk River Art Studio and Gallery is right next door (that's us!), where we create art inspired by the landscape and animals you'll experience during your trip to Yellowstone. A little further, the Roosevelt Arch at the northern entrance to Yellowstone National Park is just a mile away. And just a couple miles from there, you can soak in the Boiling River - the hot springs in Yellowstone Park. There's A LOT to experience in Yellowstone (we certainly love it!) and we'd be happy to point you in the right direction and help make it a vacation of a lifetime for you.
Keywords: Panoramic views of Yellowstone National Park, on the banks of the Yellowstone River, close to the North Entrance of Yellowstone
Owner
Shirl Ireland
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 10, 2018
About Shirl Ireland
My husband and I are both artists, living, working and raising 2 children, at the edge of Yellowstone. We enjoy living in the midst of wildlife, surrounded by the beauty of the natural world - and take advantage of our Yellowstone 'back yard' (literally!) every chance we get. I paint outside in Yellowstone often and in our 'spare time', we hike, cross country ski, canoe and kayak.
Shirl Ireland purchased this House in 2006
Why Shirl Ireland chose Gardiner
We literally searched for years looking for 'the spot'. We are artists fortunate enough to live where ever we'd like. Our property is on the Yellowstone River overlooking Yellowstone National Park. We lived in this home while we built our new studio and gallery on the property next door. The mountain and river views are gorgeous and we're at the edge of a wonderful, friendly small town. We can walk to the grocery store and Yellowstone National Park too! Hiking, skiing and soaking in the Hot Springs are just minutes away. Plus, we're close enough to take advantage of Livingston and Bozeman, MT - a couple great towns with good vibes and bigger amenities. You can get to lots of art, outdoor activities and shopping after a beautiful drive up Paradise Valley (aptly named). That's why we call our spot 'the center of the universe.'
What makes this House unique
Not too many places on this Earth have what we have. How many people can watch a wolf pack hunt, eagles and osprey catch fish, bison herds graze, elk swim and twin pronghorns born - right from their dining room window? We watch Electric Peak (one of the highest mountains in Yellowstone Park) as the sun rises it turns a beautiful 'morning pink' with the soft sounds of the river in the background. We can watch the sun set and turn the river to a ribbon of orange, then at night, with the moon above, the river again comes alive and sparkles with the moons reflection. How could we want anymore?
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 13
- Bedroom 11 king
- Bedroom 21 queen
- Bedroom 31 queen, 1 twin/ single, 1 child bed
- Bedroom 41 queen
- Bedroom 51 queen, 2 twin/ single
- All bedrooms have luxury mattresses, high thread count sheets with down comforters and pillows.
Bathrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1toilet, tub, shower, with double sink vanity
- Bathroom 2toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 3toilet, shower
- Bathroom 4toilet, shower
- Bathroom 5toilet, shower
- 5 full baths - for a total of 5 private bedroom / bathroom suites
Location Type
- Monument ViewIn the winter, you can see the historic Roosevelt Arch at the entrance to Yellowstone National Park from our property. In the summer, when the leaves fill in, the view is obstructed.
- Mountain View
- Water ViewAmazing view of the Yellowstone River with Yellowstone National Park on the other side
- WaterfrontPerched over the Yellowstone River with unobstructed views of Yellowstone National Park and Electric Peak (one of the highest peaks in the Park)
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Living RoomThe living room has lots of large windows with views of Yellowstone National Park over the Yellowstone River
- Air ConditioningCentral air conditioning is on the main floor.
- FireplaceWe have a stone wall and hearth behind our gas free standing fireplace - easy on, easy off!
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingHot air heating with an additional gas freestanding fireplace (just for the additional ambiance).
- InternetWe provide wireless internet on the property.
- Iron & Board
- Linens ProvidedWe provide high thread count sheets - and duvet covers with down comforters, too!
- Clothes Dryer
- ParkingIn the driveway, you can park 3 vehicles - with additional on street parking if needed.
- Parking Off StreetIn the driveway, you can park 3 vehicles.... in addition, there is a lot of space available along the street, if needed.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Towels Provided
- Washing MachineWe supply MORE than most vacation rentals to make your vacation easy and relaxing - so we have laundry detergent here for you too!
- Wireless InternetWe provide wireless internet on the property.
- Wood StoveWe have a gas freestanding stove centrally located in the 'common area' for a wonderful off season ambiance!
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Coffee MakerDrip coffee maker
- Dishes & UtensilsWe supply a variety of dishes and utensils - a fully stocked kitchen, for your large group
- DishwasherBrand new and ultra quiet!
- KitchenCompletely updated with live edge granite slabs, island bar seating, pot rack and stainless steel appliances, along with lots of pantry space
- Cooking UtensilsWe supply a variety of pots, pans and utensils for your large group - even with a pot rack over the stove. (We refurbished from an old Montana homestead.)
- Oven
- Pantry ItemsLoads of pantry space with a variety of supplies. You'll even find a crock pot and blender for your group, too!
- RefrigeratorLarge double door stainless refrigerator and freezer
- StoveCommercial quality stainless steel stove
- Toasterdouble slice toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- DiningJust made - by us! - an extra large dining table to fit all your guests... Set at the windows with dramatic views of Yellowstone National Park over the Yellowstone River for your dining pleasure
- Dining Room
- comfy seating for 12 people
Entertainment
- Pool Table
- BooksA variety - mostly Yellowstone / Nature oriented.
- DVD Player
- Game RoomWith a billiard table, ping pong table, board games, cards, cribbage, puzzles, etc.
- Games
- Ping Pong Table
- CD Player
- StereoBluetooth speaker for your own music
- TelevisionWe don't provide satellite/cable, but have many DVD's (including Yellowstone & other nature DVD's) and a large screen for viewing.
- ToysWe have a few toys for young children and games for slightly older children and our adult guests.
- VCR
- Video LibraryI'm not sure if I'd call it a 'video library', but we do supply some videos for your time here.
Outside
- Balcony
- BicyclesWe provide cruiser bikes for your jaunts into town.
- Deck / PatioWith amazing views! - Overlooking the Yellowstone River and Yellowstone National Park
- Lawn / GardenOverlooking Yellowstone National Park and the Yellowstone River with a swing set and slide for the kids - or any of the 'adult kids' :)
- Outdoor Grill
Attractions
- churches
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
Leisure Activities
- bird watching
- boating
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountain climbing
- basketball court
- cycling
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- hiking
- hunting
- ice skating
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- cross country skiing
- mountaineering
- rafting
- rock climbing
- skiing
- snorkeling/diving
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
- swimming
- tennis
- water tubing
- whitewater rafting
Notes
- We always strip all beds and launder all used linens and towels at the end of your stay - that's complimentary. For general clean up, we offer our guests a choice...You may clean up behind yourselves, leaving the home just as you found it OR we can schedule a cleaning service for the day of your departure for an additional $150.
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
26 Reviews
Latest reviews
Wonderful gathering place for our group of friends.
We appreciate your kind words - and you taking the time to submit a review! Yes, we are very fortunate to have such a great location so close to the Yellowstone entrance and on the Yellowstone River. Happy to share with your great group! It was a pleasure to have you all enjoy yourselves in our Guest House. And, of course, "lovely and comfortable" are words we always like to hear! Come again...
Beautifully decorated, peaceful, convenient
Thank you for such a 'glowing' review :) Glad you loved our art... And your comments on the table are highly appreciated, since you were the first group to use the new 'art inspired' Yellowstone dining table John and I made - of course we were hoping guests would enjoy using our handmade creativity!
What a view!
The view is absolutely amazing and I'm glad you made the most of it - watching wildlife from the deck! We love it when our guests mention that they were all very comfortable during their stay - that's our goal. Thanks for all your nice comments.... Come back and wildlife watch anytime!
We found a Gem!
WOW - Thank you for taking the time to write such a thorough and positive review! I'm so glad you had a wonderful family vacation, and enjoyed gathering your entire family around our large dining table with our art throughout the house and watching the Yellowstone River flow by... We love being able to assist in making fabulous family memories :) I agree - Gardiner is the place to stay... really convenient to Yellowstone and a great small mountain town. And thank you for the nice comments about John and I, we really do want our guest to have a remarkable Yellowstone experience - in creative comfort... I'm glad it shows.
This house is special!
Your review made my day - thank you. So glad our Guest House was 'just what you were hoping for' ... the kitchen, the dining room, the game room, our great location and all the art.... and that you enjoyed your birthday cupcakes too :) That's just what I was hoping for!!
Impressive!
Thanks for pointing out so many of our highlights! So glad you enjoyed living on the River with the awesome views out our windows, watching the mountain goats on the peaks through the spotting scope... and the game room provided entertainment too! We appreciate the high recommendation:)
Location
Hot Springs - Boiling River, a natural hot springs feature in Yellowstone National Park is just 2 miles away and Chico Hot Springs resort with fine dining is a scenic 30 minute drive, and Photography...right from the deck!
Availability
Additional information about rental rates
We offer our guests a choice....We always strip the beds and launder all used linens and towels, which is included in your rental rate. For general cleaning, you can clean up behind yourselves (floors, baths, kitchen, etc.) leaving the home as you found it OR we can schedule a cleaning service for your departure date for an additional $150.00.