Located in Gardiner, this lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Parks' Fly Shop, or check out an event or a game at Rodeo Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 41 min drive - 28.1 km
Mammoth Hot Springs - 55 min drive - 37.4 km
Getting around
West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 126 min drive
Restaurants
Grizzly Grille - 24 min drive
About this property
Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch
This property is the original 'McDonald family homestead', 20 minutes from Yellowstone Park line, 25-30 minutes to pay shack in Gardiner. 6 miles of dirt road and 8 miles of interstate highway. * It consists of a log lodge on the hill, 3 log cabins down by the creek * private from each other * the lodge-- 6 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom home that sleeps 12, more if needed at extra cost; 6500 square feet.
King Master suite with walk in rock shower, big jacuzzi tub with beautiful mountain/meadow views, double sink, walk in closet, and upper balcony deck. 2nd floor.
3 Queen bedrooms with a bath/shower tp share, double sinks, * twin bed in 1 of the queen bedrooms with 16' climbing wall and rope. 2nd floor
*Antique queen bedroom with bath attached, very comfy/cozy. 2nd floor.
*Twin bed in loft Workout area. 2nd floor. Close to Antique queen room.
*Downstairs main ground floor is 1 queen bed in rec room area. 1 bathroom downstairs. *Downstairs is main floor area with kitchen, great room, walk out to decks, yard, parking, etc.
*Large kitchen with multiple stations, all equipped with everything, 2 sinks, 2 refrigerators, double oven, lots of sitting in area. Opens to dining room with 6 chairs at table.
*Open great room with large couches, leather recliner chair and big rock fireplace. There are 72 windows in lodge, the views are beautiful and plentiful.
Laundry room with LG front load washer/dryer. Lodge made with logs up to 40 inches in diameter.
Big deck out front opens to nice green yard with automatic sprinklers, a fire pit, more land to stretch out on, & a very large quality trampoline with safety net.
Views of Yellowstone Park mountains, meadows, wildlife, forests, and the company of our ranch's friendly horses, cats, dogs, cows.
We like to think you are coming to get away from it all & hoping you don't get too tempted with the cable and wifi. Let us know if you need it disconnected. Families claim to bond more when not so tempted. Cell service is not the best in Montana or Wyoming area of the park, & Verizon is the best coverage. NO cell service in the mountains at ranch.
We do have a log barn and attached indoor arena above the lodge higher on the hill for private use only. Many guests come watch the ranch girls ride and rope in the arena when they happen to be between rodeos, visit the cats in the hay, and the miniature cows in the pens. The smaller animals are penned by the barn and arena for their protection from the wildlife.
We have a resident elk herd of a few hundred. They have their babies throughout the basin, as well as in and around the cabins, lodge, & along the road. Howl for the wolves at night, enjoy no city lights up here and many a bright stars and beautiful big sky!
We are open year around. The beauty never stops!
Amenities
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
Laundry
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
Very family orientated
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Events
No events allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor space for smoking, no cigs on ground plz
* 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
You need to know
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch?
As of 11 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch on 28 Apr, 2026 start from S$993, 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.
What time is check-in at Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch located?
This family-friendly Gardiner lodge is located in the mountains, 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 miles (15 km).
Log Lodge, Family friendly, near Yellowstone Park on our private ranch Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The Lodge was incredible. We felt like we were staying at the Yellowstone Ranch. We spent time with the horses on property and saw tons of elk and deer in our backyard! The views were amazing as far as you could see!
Loved the location of the property for a vacation - it was peaceful and the starry sky was amazing at night. And the proximity to Yellowstone was a huge plus.
The Lodge is an amazing place to stay! We had 13 in our group and more than enough room to relax. The decor was so awesome and views even better!!! Please book with Shai - she is so professional
Our jaws dropped when we arrived! What an awesome property! From the views to the interior, we felt like millionaires! Shai was very helpful and accommodating! Highly recommend!
We absolutely loved our stay here. All basics and many extras accounted for. Gorgeous home and property. Great communication from the host. Would love to stay here again!One small flag for others — the WiFi is not super strong if you need that while here.
Amazing stay at Shai’s lodge. The view is simply incredible and the house was ideal for families with young kids. Everyone had a wonderful time and more importantly, precious memories that will stay forever.
The cabin is as straightforward to find. The listing description and photos were exactly as described, and the cleanliness of the home was impeccable. It was a key part of our experience and would recommend
The lodge was a fantastic location. Surrounding mountainside, lots of elk herds and one of the best homes with everything we could need. We had a great time with all the family. The girls met Shai and loved the time discussing the McDonald family. Including her memories growing up as a child. We would recommend this location any time.
This is an ideal property for a large group. It’s remote location is great for star gazing with huge windows for animal viewing. Kitchen is well equipped and seating at tables for lots of guests. Gas grill, two refrigerators, two sinks and laundry facilities were wonderful. Decor and fireplace made it cozy. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Proximity to Yellowstone is a plus but be sure to build in some time to relax and enjoy this beauty.
OMG! Where to start! The pictures do NOT do this property justice.What a beautiful home and beautiful property. Everyone in our group truly enjoyed their stay!
My family enjoyed this beautiful lodge and the views did not disappoint. Overall the beds were comfortable and there was an abundance of seating. We liked the puzzles and basketball game as well. The only drawback was that you could not see the creek from the house and it was 6.5 miles off the main road on a dirt road. We loved how close it was to the entrance of Yellowstone.
Fabulous setting close to Yellowstone, the log lodge is an architectural masterpiece in a beautiful and peaceful setting. Comfortable and extremely well equipped for a memorable family trip.
It was hard to leave at the end of our stay.
Incredible house, views, wildlife, & location that allowed us to experience the national treasure of Yellowstone in a relaxing environment! We had an amazing vacation. Thank you!!!
Everything and i mean EVERYTHING was incredible!! There were actual tears when we had to leave. It substantially exceeded all our expectaions. The views, the animals, the Virginia neighbors, the porch, the HOUSE all of it was perfect. Thank you for sharing such a gorgeous venue. This trip has been epic.
We couldn’t have booked a better place, I have never stayed in a more gorgeous cabin! Property manager was the absolute best. House was so clean and cozy, and the view is absolutely stunning.
Anna V.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
larry s.
18 Aug, 2014
Montana Lodge
What a place. The location and scenery are outstanding. The ammenities are top notch.
A beautiful wooden lodge that gives you a wonderful break to unplug and be in nature with all the comforts of home! Beautiful setting to get away from it all! Highly recommend