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Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities

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One of the meadows by creek cabin...yellowstone park mountains in background
the creek that runs by creek cabin down through horse pasture
Exterior
Room
A mountainous landscape with a clear sky, a dirt road, and a small building in the distance.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Place, Yellowstone Hot Springs
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Roosevelt Arch
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪153 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities

The Creek Cabin is on it's original location right on the creek built by our family members in the 1800's. It has 2 quality queen beds, 1 bathroom - Very nice, comfy and cozy.

Original open floor plan with kitchen, dining, and living area. Big two tier outdoor deck right over the creek.
Big refrigerator, electric stove, granite sink, L shaped counter top, shelves, table and chairs, couch, bench, beds, lamps, side tables. All quality dishes and linens provided. Big windows for big views of mountains and animals on 3 sides. The back side has 2 old homesteader buildings staying in place to give it privacy from the Schoolhouse cabin. The Creek Cabin can also be used for families needing more lodging in addition to the ranch's other private lodging.

Big windows allow for great mountain views, as well as the creek sounds so close.

We have friendly ranch animals all about: horses, cows, dogs - all that enjoy visitors and special treats. Other wildlife roam all year around.

Located in the mountains next to Yellowstone Park. Our road connects to Old Yellowstone trail at Yellowstone River. Takes 20-30 minutes to reach Gardiner and park pay shack via hwy 89 or Old Yellowstone Trail, (14 miles total from Gardiner). 6 miles of dirt road and 8 miles of interstate.

Our family homesteaded, bought out the other homesteaders. They hand cut lumber, cleared the mountain meadows, raised hay, cattle, had pet moose whom were numerous on our creek. Our private beautiful basin is made up of 3 ranches, no public access through our area. We have been fortunate to keep it private all this time being next to Yellowstone.



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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Creek is close right off the deck
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
* Cushions are not to be removed from any furniture inside or outside. * Please do not move any furniture inside or outside or from original rooms.

Important information

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Property # 567357
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Gardiner

Located in Gardiner, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Roosevelt Arch and Fort Yellowstone Historic District are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding, snowmobiling, and ice skating.
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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 30 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 41 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 41 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 55 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Chico Hot Springs - 59 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grizzly Grille - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities on Aug 14, 2026 start from $272, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yellowstone Park - Cabin On Private Creek, Other Lodging, Close To Activities located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Gallatin National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Aldridge Lake and Yellowstone Hot Springs. Cutler Lake and Yellowstone River are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing rustic escape in the Montana backcountry . Beautiful property and a great way to spend quality family time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gwen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved the cabin! It was cozy with all the necessities. The location was exactly what we had hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy , spacious, exactly what we were looking for
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DeJon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much! We loved our time here. Everything was beautiful and welcoming! Very cozy cabin with beautiful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every bit as picturesque as the pictures in the listing! Cabin was clean and not far from Yellowstone National Park. Would recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was excellent experience staying at the creek cabin. Rustic cabin with beautiful views. I’m hoping to return next year.
Inside of creek cabin. Very cozy.
View from outside the cabin.
Outside of cabin.
Beautiful elk in Yellowstone
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful authentic but simple - no bells or whistles just horses and old log cabin. Serene with creek and wildlife
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debrah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, remote, clean, rustic, so many stars! Kids enjoyed the creek and the horses!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly

We absolutely enjoyed our stay on the ranch! The cabin was perfect and we hope to return next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creekside Cabin

The cabin is beautiful. The creek that runs in front is so peaceful. The cabin inside is rustic but very cozy. Perfect for couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous. Didn't want to leave. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace & Quiet

Great spot to unplug & unwind. Close to YSNP & very close to hot springs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Enjoyable

Very enjoyable cabin, clean, beautiful scenary.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cutest cabin in a beautiful valley. Great deck to sit on and watch nature. The cabin is back a 6 mile winding gravel road. North entrance to Yellowstone is about 20 minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla K.

Great location - great cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! It was a great base to explore Yellowstone. The horses were very friendly and so were the resident barn cats. Our kids loved the place and so did we. We would definitely stay here again if we find ourselves back in this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great stay...

We had a great stay at the creek cabin. The cabin was cozy and stayed warm even with a night that got into the 30s. We made meals and the house had everything we needed including spices. The property is beautiful with the mountains all around, creek out the door and kids loved the horses! Thank you for sharing your property with our family on our trip to Yellowstone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

yellowstone trip

We has a wonderful stay. We loved the creek that was right by the front porch. We enjoyed sitting in the gliders listening to it and relaxing after spending the day at Yellowstone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Cabin has view of mountains from every window. Watched stars from bed. Had a great time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain retreat

Absolutely fell in love with this location! Just what I had hoped for a retreat away from all the crowds and bustle of Yellowstone but close enough to enjoy the park daily. Pictures do not do this property justice it was absolutely breathtaking
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book NOW

Incredible stay. My kids will always remember this unique experience. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

We had a wonderful time in a magical setting.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away

This is the perfect place to just get away from everything. The views are beyond amazing. The fresh air and secluded location are perfect. We had snow, wind, rain and sunshine while we were there. Waking up to the deer and elk on the property was an added bonus. It was very hard to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

Quiet and remote. Exactly what we were looking for. Off the beaten path, Absolutely outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean and comfortable and looked just as it was listed in the VRBO app. The only thing i didn't realize was how long the unpaved road was to the cabin. It was beautiful and very serene out there on the ranch. I also loved the sound of the creek by the cabin. It made for a quick trip to Gardiner and the north entrance to Yellowstone Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Shai McDonald

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McDonald family homesteaded this basin in the 1800's on their way to visit Yellowstone Park. They bought the other homesteaders out, living in seclusion working hard, cutting lumber from the forests, clearing fields for hay, working cattle, filling their bellies with local elk, deer, moose, wild strawberries, and even kept ice in a little mini log ice house on the side of the mountain. They had a keen eye to keep safe from the numerous grizzly bears and many a story to tell of that. Great Grandma McDonald still holds the record for harvest of Montana's largest grizzly when this griz decided to see what was in the storeroom while Great Grpa was in town getting supplies. Our kid's grpa, Jack McDonald worked for the Yellowstone Park for 43 years, the longest working park employee while enjoying raising his family on the ranch. Riding horses hunting indian arrowheads and special rocks was a favorite hobby of the family. We are now the 5th generation McDonald family preserving the original homestead cabins, sharing the beauty. We spend the summers competing in rodeos with our 3 kids all over Montana and checking in on our guests and ranch animals. Winters are spent sledding, snowmobiling, skiing, roping inside the indoor arena, basketball, football parties & keeping warm by the fireplace.

Why they chose this property

Grew up in a multi generational family of the area. After traveling and working in other areas of the world for many years, we were content settling on the family ranch raising kids, cows, horses, logging, fencing. We then just recently built the lodge with massive logs and over 72 windows to help accommodate multi-family gatherings. We enjoy sharing the beauty with others and our animals sure love the extra attention. Depending on season, the wildlife of mountain sheep, mountain goats, antelope, elk, deer, bear, buffalo/bison, coyote, fox, wolves, badgers, gophers, eagles, hawks, other birds are the most prevalent animals seen on the ranch and driving to/from.

What makes this property unique

Getting away from it all, yet still close enough to all the activities. Animals all about in a private, quiet and very beautiful setting while enjoying the comfortable log lodgings.

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