Take a step back in time and imagine yourself as one of the original Homesteaders in the Wild West. Live like the original settlers did,(with a few modern conviences). Just 5 minutes from Yellowstone National Park & Yellowstone Hot Springs! Short stays will be considered if there is only a couple nights available between other bookings for an additional fee. Please message me. Scenic views from every part of this 10 acre property. Little Trail Creek is 10 feet away from the cabin and flows throughout the property. The horse pasture borders the yard space. Elk & deer are on the property most days. 2 room rustic cabin. Main room has a table and chairs , hutch & a wood stove. Second room has two queen beds & cot. Listed is the base price of for the main cabin. There is also a second shack with a queen bed available for an extra $50 per night for larger groups. Please request this upon making reservation. There is one outlet & one chandelier in each room. There is a separate building with a brand new modern shower house with shower, sink, vanity, changing area and toilet. It is two feet from the Homestead cabin. This cabin is not for city dwellers. It is a, “Glamping” experience. If you do not like camping, you will not like the Homestead ! It’s similar to camping but in a 1900’s building and everything needed is provided! It is the perfect place to unplug, recharge and reconnect. If you are afraid of natures critters, please see the listings for our other cabins- the Sage 1799828, Lookout 1216899 or Aspen 851029- cabins. Please watch the full walk-through video on our site to see if this is the right fit for you. Please do not book here unless you want a camping experience and then leave a poor review. It is what it is and we only want guests who want that experience. Every review reflects all of our cabins. It is not for everyone! There is a possibility of field mice or bugs wandering into the cabin. We are in the mountains. Please store all food in the root cellar & large cooler provided. It is over by the outdoor kitchen set up with electric burner, microwave & toaster oven next to the propane bbq & campfire pit. There is a padlock on the door. We are trying to preserve the cabin as much as possible. It is approx 150 yards from the highway but feels like much further away. The sound of Little Trail Creek that is 20 feet from the cabin drowns out a lot of road noice. There is also a 15 ft tall fence to block off the road. Let the kids pan for gold and play in the creek or pond. Open campfire site for cooking. BBQ grill. Pots, pans, plates, utensils, lanterns, candles, bedding and towels all provided! Hike as much as you want, right from the back yard into the Absaroka Wilderness. It is hundreds of thousands of acres of public lands to explore. The beds are super comfy with a wide array of pillows choices. There are tons of things to do including fire pits, ax throwing, corn hole, trampoline, horseshoes and more. There’s even a toy shack out back! Follow the trail up Little Trail Creek. We are just 4 miles or 5 minutes to the little town of Gardiner, Montana. 4 miles from Historic Roosevelt Arch - North Entrance to Yellowstone. 45 mins to Livingston, Montana. 58 miles to Bozeman International Airport. *Let us know when making a reservation if you would like to add the additional shack with a queen bed for $50 night..
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking is not permitted
Smoke outside & dispose of all butts!
Pets must be crates unattended. We have crate avail No pets allowed on the furniture. We have sheets to cover furniture.$50-$100 fee for pet hair
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Property # 860376vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
About the area
Gardiner
Located in Gardiner, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Mammoth Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 18.7 km
Getting around
West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 114 min drive
Restaurants
Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - 6 min drive
Backcountry Bistro - 6 min drive
Antler Bar and Grill - 4 min drive
Wild West Corral - 4 min drive
Tumbleweed Bookstore & Cafe - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Very rustic 1900's cabin. Unique 2 room 2 queen + shack @LittleTrailCreekCabins pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Very rustic 1900's cabin. Unique 2 room 2 queen + shack @LittleTrailCreekCabins?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Very rustic 1900's cabin. Unique 2 room 2 queen + shack @LittleTrailCreekCabins?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Very rustic 1900's cabin. Unique 2 room 2 queen + shack @LittleTrailCreekCabins?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Very rustic 1900's cabin. Unique 2 room 2 queen + shack @LittleTrailCreekCabins located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Gallatin National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Yellowstone National Park North Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone River and Rodeo Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Shawn Mathes Darr
We fully understand the importance of a clean environment. I have been a nurse for twenty years. I thoroughly clean every cabin between stays. We are a local Mom & Pop small business that enjoy sharing our little piece of Paradise (Valley) with guests. There are four cabins on 13 acres, 4 miles from Yellowstone National Park & Yellowstone Hot Springs in Gardiner, Montana. The back yard is thousands of miles of public land to explore on Little Trail Creek. It is the perfect setting to relax, explore, exercise, reset, whatever you need to do! If you have any questions or special requests just let us know. Jim & Shawn Darr Little Trail Creek Cabins
Why they chose this property
It's the Last Best Place! We purchased the property in April 2016 from the Stermitz family. It has been in their family for four generations. There is historic memorabilia throughout the property.
What makes this property unique
Babysitting available most nights. Pet sitting available most days. Outdoor campfire Cowboy cookout available most nights, western ham & beans cooked over an open fire in a cast iron with corn bread & a s’mores marshmallow bar for dessert. Call ahead to make arrangements! Horseshoes, corn hole, washers, fishing poles, bats, balls local books & more are available to guests. Come out west to experience the great outdoors. Don't stay in a cookie cutter box. Stay like a local in the early 1900's,( with a few modern conveniences). Elk & deer are on the property most every day of the year. Bear are likely in the fall.
Do not use map quest ect for directions. It is located at 430 HWY 89 S. It is four miles from Gardiner, not in Gardiner! It is in between the 4 & 5 mile marker. Please also see pics provided.
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