Get ready for a true western experience at this retreat nestled at the foot of the Absaroka mountains in the heart of our beautiful 3000 acre working ranch which is currently home to four generations of families, along with our cattle, horses and also an abundance of wildlife. This is one of the most scenic properties in all of Paradise Valley. We have a unique combination of total privacy, yet easy access from the ranch to many surrounding destinations and our own private hiking trails. The two most common words we hear from our guests about our place are "special and peaceful."The lodge sits on the bank of one of eight pristine streams on the ranch which contains cutthroat trout. It's a great place fish, explore or just sit and read a book. Fishing is available for an additional fee. Montana law is catch and release only for native cutthroats.
Nearby destinations include Yellowstone National Park-45 miles, Livingston-20 miles, Chico Hot Springs, Sage Lodge, a variety of restaurants at Emigrant- approx 10 miles, and Paradise Valley Community Church-5 miles to name a few. There are numerous Forest Service trailheads close by that provide some easy hikes to waterfalls and more challenging hikes for those who want to enjoy a mountain lake.
Much of the ranch borders the famous Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness. The views from the lodge are breath-taking! There are 2 porches and a balcony deck that overlooks Elbow Creek where you can sit and relax or enjoy a meal while being serenaded by the sounds of the creek. There is a BBQ grill, picnic table and lawn chairs for use on the porches and a beautiful fire pit to gather around.
This is a great place to host large gatherings such as family reunions. There is lots of room for everyone! There are 3 separate log buildings, each with different amenities:
Lodge:
-sleeps up to 12 people in beds but there are 5 couches for extra kids
-5 bedrooms, 2 bath
-large kitchen with moveable island and a dedicated workspace
-large 12' dining room table seats 12-16
-great room with 3 reclining couches, rockers and chairs
-laundry room/mudroom
-3 levels (loft + main + basement)
-gas fireplace & air conditioning
-2 patios, one with a fire pit, one with a picnic table
-balcony deck overlooking Elbow Creek with lots of patio furniture
-large BBQ grill
Cabin:
-sleeps up to 7
-2 bedroom, 1 bath
-small full service kitchen, but no dishwasher
-small dining room & living room
-2 levels (loft + main)
-gas fireplace & air conditioning
-small deck/porch area
-BBQ grill
Bunkhouse:
-sleeps up to 4 in twin XL beds
-1 bedroom, 1 bath
-no kitchen or dining area
-mini fridge, mini microwave and Keurig
-wall heater
-small porch
We have lots of baby items if needed, just let us know and we will set you up.
THE LODGE IN DETAIL:
The views from the lodge are breath-taking! There are 2 porches and a balcony deck that overlooks Elbow creek where you can sit and relax or enjoy a meal while being serenaded by the sounds of the creek. There is a BBQ grill, picnic table and lawn chairs for use on the porches and a beautiful fire pit to gather around.
The lodge consists of three levels, including a loft and a daylighted basement. Everything on the main level is easily wheelchair accessible.
The cozy great room has 3 reclining sofas, 2 chairs and a gas fireplace for chilly evenings or an air conditioning unit for the hot summer days.
There is a full service kitchen supplied with everything you need to cook, all the dishes and also paper goods if you like to go picnic style. There is an extra drink fridge which is great for large groups. There is a desk in the corner of the kitchen with a comfortable office chair if you need to do some work away from home. The dining table comfortably seats 12, but more can fit.
The master bedroom has a queen bed and bathroom that contains a shower.
You enter the loft on a beautiful staircase that was handcrafted from logs on our ranch by our very own ranch hands. There is a huge bedroom with a full size bed and also a full size futon. The loft sitting room consists of a reclining couch, a reclining chair and ottoman that can fold down into a small bed for a child and another fold away twin XL bed if needed. There is a small table and chairs and a dresser full of table games.
The daylighted basement has 2 queen bedrooms and one room with 2 twin XL beds. The queen rooms have full closets with organizers and all 3 rooms have dressers. The bathroom is very roomy with a shower. There is a family room with 2 couches and a massage chair. The laundry room has a brand new washer/dryer set along with everything you need to do your laundry, including an iron and ironing board. a utility sink and plenty of room for shoes, boots and places to hang clothing. Boot/shoe dryers, sunscreen, bug spray, and bear spray are also available.
