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Creekside Cabin near Yellowstone - horse rides, rafting, zip lining, hiking
Ski-in/ski-out cabin with water park access
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 450 sq ft
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Explore the area
Gardiner, MT
- Place, Yellowstone Hot Springs21 min drive
- Place, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance33 min drive
- Place, Mammoth Hot Springs48 min drive
- Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)150 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Creekside Cabin near Yellowstone - horse rides, rafting, zip lining, hiking
Experience Ranch Life In the West!
Have you ever wanted to stay in a historic cabin on a ranch in Montana? Do you prefer peace and quiet? This cabin is located in a secluded place surrounded by nature and 2 streams, with no other cabins in sight. This cabin does not have cell service or wifi, but there is a land line. Truly unplug and get away from it all.
We raise American Quarter Horses, and generally have at least one new foal every summer. Last summer our cabin guests were fortunate enough to witness the birth! The ranch is also home to chickens, pigs, cows, dogs, and cats.
Enjoy horseback riding in the mountains, watching the pigs wallow in the mud, watching wranglers bring the horses in from the fields, watching calves play while their mothers graze, watching a farrier put shoes on a horse, seeing the newborn foals, hiking on the many acres the ranch has to offer, viewing wildlife in their natural habitat- these are a few of the many of the activities that go on here on a daily basis!
The Stermitz Ranch History
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 was not able to find work. Joseph used his last $10 to buy a rifle in order to hunt to be able to 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 then said 'Put that man to work. Anyone who works that hard for no pay deserves a job. The family, along with the addition of three more children, moved to the ranch in Cinnabar Basin in 1900.
A Highlight of the Creekside Cabin feature:
*Built in the 1900's. If you enjoy history and a rustic but comfortable cabin, this is for you.
*Unplug! The cabin does not have wifi or cell service, but there is a land line.
*Seclusion! There are no other cabins in sight, but the owner lives nearby.
Activities are typically available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. If we have enough help, sometimes we are able to offer horseback rides into the fall. Please check with us.
*Horseback rides available on property. (Summer and sometimes fall season- please check with us.)
*Zip Lining available on the ranch. (Summer season only).
* A DVD player for watching movies, but no satellite or cable tv.
*Whitewater rafting available on the nearby Yellowstone River. (Summer season only).
*Hiking/cross-country skiing from the front door.
*King size bed with luxurious linens.
*Located in the trees and surrounded by water with no other cabins in sight.
*Beautiful location on the historic Stermitz Ranch.
*A scenic 20-25 minute drive to Yellowstone National Park. This cabin is 11 miles from Gardiner, MT which is the north entrance to Yellowstone. You will drive 7 miles on the highway and 4.5 on a gravel/dirt county road.
*A sofa that can sleep one. (Not a pull-out).
*2 twin floor mats (with bedding) intended for children.
*Cozy seating area with a charming propane fireplace.
*Carefully appointed details such as original wood floors, tin ceiling, old bridge plank bar, large windows, etc.
*Kitchen equipped with pots/pans,dishes,utensils,drip coffee pot,coffee grinder,blender,toaster,spices,etc.
*Opportunities for children to interact with animals.
*Western ranch experience.
Do you have a larger group, or planning a family re-union? Ask about our other cabin rentals on the ranch!
*Please note the strict cancellation policy. In order to further protect your trip outside of the 60 day cancellation policy, purchasing trip insurance is highly recommended.
I look forward to meeting you.
Your host,
Stacy Stermitz
***If this cabin is full, ask about the other cabins on the same property!!
Keywords: Cabin
Have you ever wanted to stay in a historic cabin on a ranch in Montana? Do you prefer peace and quiet? This cabin is located in a secluded place surrounded by nature and 2 streams, with no other cabins in sight. This cabin does not have cell service or wifi, but there is a land line. Truly unplug and get away from it all.
We raise American Quarter Horses, and generally have at least one new foal every summer. Last summer our cabin guests were fortunate enough to witness the birth! The ranch is also home to chickens, pigs, cows, dogs, and cats.
Enjoy horseback riding in the mountains, watching the pigs wallow in the mud, watching wranglers bring the horses in from the fields, watching calves play while their mothers graze, watching a farrier put shoes on a horse, seeing the newborn foals, hiking on the many acres the ranch has to offer, viewing wildlife in their natural habitat- these are a few of the many of the activities that go on here on a daily basis!
The Stermitz Ranch History
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 was not able to find work. Joseph used his last $10 to buy a rifle in order to hunt to be able to 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 then said 'Put that man to work. Anyone who works that hard for no pay deserves a job. The family, along with the addition of three more children, moved to the ranch in Cinnabar Basin in 1900.
A Highlight of the Creekside Cabin feature:
*Built in the 1900's. If you enjoy history and a rustic but comfortable cabin, this is for you.
*Unplug! The cabin does not have wifi or cell service, but there is a land line.
*Seclusion! There are no other cabins in sight, but the owner lives nearby.
Activities are typically available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. If we have enough help, sometimes we are able to offer horseback rides into the fall. Please check with us.
*Horseback rides available on property. (Summer and sometimes fall season- please check with us.)
*Zip Lining available on the ranch. (Summer season only).
* A DVD player for watching movies, but no satellite or cable tv.
*Whitewater rafting available on the nearby Yellowstone River. (Summer season only).
*Hiking/cross-country skiing from the front door.
*King size bed with luxurious linens.
*Located in the trees and surrounded by water with no other cabins in sight.
*Beautiful location on the historic Stermitz Ranch.
*A scenic 20-25 minute drive to Yellowstone National Park. This cabin is 11 miles from Gardiner, MT which is the north entrance to Yellowstone. You will drive 7 miles on the highway and 4.5 on a gravel/dirt county road.
*A sofa that can sleep one. (Not a pull-out).
*2 twin floor mats (with bedding) intended for children.
*Cozy seating area with a charming propane fireplace.
*Carefully appointed details such as original wood floors, tin ceiling, old bridge plank bar, large windows, etc.
*Kitchen equipped with pots/pans,dishes,utensils,drip coffee pot,coffee grinder,blender,toaster,spices,etc.
*Opportunities for children to interact with animals.
*Western ranch experience.
Do you have a larger group, or planning a family re-union? Ask about our other cabin rentals on the ranch!
*Please note the strict cancellation policy. In order to further protect your trip outside of the 60 day cancellation policy, purchasing trip insurance is highly recommended.
I look forward to meeting you.
Your host,
Stacy Stermitz
***If this cabin is full, ask about the other cabins on the same property!!
Keywords: Cabin
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Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gardiner
Located in Gardiner, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Parks' Fly Shop is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Gardiner, MT
What's nearby
- Yellowstone Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 10.5 km
- Cutler Lake - 24 min drive - 12.2 km
- Roosevelt Arch - 32 min drive - 24.6 km
- Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 33 min drive - 25.3 km
- Mammoth Hot Springs - 48 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lighthouse Restaurant - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Stacy Stermitz

I feel extremely blessed to live in such an amazing place. My late husband and I were fortunate to raise our 4 sons, who are the 5th generation, here on the historic Stermitz Ranch. Rob worked full time as a Landscape Architect in Yellowstone. Stacy is a full time mom and manages the vacation rental properties and the horseback rides. We enjoyed working on renovation projects together, generally on the weekends as time allowed. The schoolhouse is our third complete renovation on the aging ranch buildings. The next project will be the original homestead house built in 1910. 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 they chose this property
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 shared a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the history of the area, and the proximity to Yellowstone Park makes it ideal. We just 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 found that no work was to be found. Joseph used his last $10 to buy a gun so that he could hunt in order to 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 then 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. He later attended this school. In 1935, Rob's grandfather married Gladys Elliott, who was one of the teachers at this schoolhouse. Their son, Jim, also attended school here and continued to live here on the ranch with his wife Lorayne.
What makes this property unique
The ranch is ideally located in the remote mountains of the Gallatin National Forest, while still being a close drive to the many wonders of Yellowstone National Park. We enjoy watching the abundant wildlife, hiking and skiing from our back door, and taking a horseback ride up the scenic mountain trails that the ranch has to offer. Being in the great outdoors is what this property is all about! Experience what life is like on a western ranch. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as we do.
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