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Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park.

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior
Lake
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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About the area

Map
Emigrant, MT

What's nearby

  • Yankee Jim Canyon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Chico Hot Springs - 25 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 39 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 53 min drive - 34.7 km

About this property

Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park.

Guest house on the waterfront
At Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park., you can look forward to a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms at Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park. feature comforts such as free WiFi and kitchen islands.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On the waterfront

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park. pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Yankee Jim Canyon and Gallatin National Forest. Yellowstone River is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Family Yellowstone visit

Great location, 16 miles from Gardiner (northwest entrance). Very clean place, Vern was very helpful on his suggestions as to where to visit. We visited all the locations at YNP, went to Jackson hole and big sky. Definitely would visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Great Stay!

My family and I enjoyed our stay in this lovely property! Very cozy and peaceful setting. We loved the rustic furnishings and the hosts could not be more friendly & welcoming. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

Ranch in beautiful valley

We relaxed a few days at this lovely place. Hosts communicated clearly and were gracious. We made a couple of meals and found everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Short family vacation

Nice property, excellent recommendations from Vern regarding animal watching
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayna A.

Great stay in MT

We had a great stay at Vern and Laurie’s guest house. A comfortable house in a beautiful setting. We really appreciated the proximity to Yellowstone as we visited there quite a few days. We really enjoyed the patio and firepit. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amir F.

Cozy cabin in a great location

We absolutely loved our stay at the cabin. The Smith Family went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and made us feel incredibly welcome. Their kindness and hospitality made our experience even more memorable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Best stay near Yellowstone

We had such an amazing experience at this horse ranch! The owners let our girls take on some of the duties of ranch life by gathering eggs, tending to the horses and more! We got to see a lot of wildlife staying here! Our children loved being able to climb the ladder to their loft! So much a memorable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Ready to go back

We had a wonderful stay. The Cabin was very clean and comfortable. The location is very quiet and peaceful with the flow of the river just steps away. The Smiths went above and beyond to make us feel like old friends. We were given tips on good trails to hike and how to catch a trout. We can’t wait to go back and see the Smiths!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

The best!

Wonderful stay and wonderful people! Couldn’t ask for more except to take the horses and dogs back home with us❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.

Beautiful ranch

A bit of a bumpy road getting to the property, but it was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Absolutely Beautiful

This property is stunning both inside and particularly out. The views are incredible and wildlife is abundant, in addition to the the farm animals on property. Great place for kids and adults. The hosts are wonderful people who were extremely helpful in pointing us to the best spots in Yellowstone. You will not be disappointed if you land here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Amazing getaway

Great little cabin right on the yellow stone river. Going to bed and waking up to sounds and sites of river was great. Vern was great showing us things to see and making sure we got the most out ourtime. Dont forget getting to see tge horses and dog, and magnitudes of other wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Yellowstone Road trip

Our stay at the Horse Ranch next to the Yellowstone river was excellent. The House was clean and very nicely decorated. The host lived in a house nearby and he was very cordial and gave us recommendations on the park and nearby areas for seeing wildlife. Being a horse ranch my daughter immediately gravitated to the horses as they were just next door . I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking to be close to Yellowstone but do not want to stay in one of the hotels in Gardiner, MT.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Great getaway

Vern and Laurie Were wonderful hosts. Their property is amazing and we felt right at home. Loved all the animals, the beds were super comfy and had all the comforts of home. Location was amazing with the mountains and ranches.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Wonderful stay!

Our family just enjoyed a long weekend at the Smith family property. Our kids are already planning our next trip and want to make sure we are able to see the dogs and horses. Vern and Laura were so welcoming and helped navigate our plans through Yellowstone. They provided excellent recommendations to see bears and we did! Tanya was also very helpful and willing to share all of her knowledge. All in all highly recommended!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Beautiful canyon views

We loved our time at the guest house! The house had everything we needed, and Vern and Laurie were generous with tips about when and where to enter the park, and where we could see bears! Perfect spot for our family to explore Yellowstone. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ty K.

Great place and location on the North Side

We had a fantastic time at the Smith Ranch! Laura & Vern were fantastic! They took time out of their busy schedules to give great suggestions about the park. The Ranch was so peaceful and was a great fit for our family of 4! We sure appreciated the hospitality and friendliness of the Smith’s. This place has everything you need! The closed bridge made things a bit longer to get out to the main road, other than that everything was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Yellowstone Haven

Our family of four absolutely loved our stay at the horse ranch. It was the perfect place to rest and rejuvenate after long days in Yellowstone park. The atmosphere was so beautiful and serene, and the house had plenty of space snd ashl the amenities we needed to feel at home. The hosts were extremely hospitable, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. They gave us recommendations for our stay, and even allowed us to collect eggs from the chickens for breakfast and harvest greens in the garden for dinner! We would go back to this beautiful destination in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah V.

Perfect place to relax

This place is amazing and We had the best time. The kids loved playing fetch with the dogs, and collecting eggs. We all loved the horses and the views and seeing all of the wildlife. Laurie and Vern were such gracious hosts, We love, listening to their stories and feeling welcomed at their ranch. Such an easy drive to Yellowstone North entrance and we had such an amazing vacation. It was our first time ever visiting, and we will definitely be back. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S., Blaine

Great relaxing stay

We started 3 nights, showing 2 full days to explore Yellowstone. Hosts are very welcoming. The day we arrived, Laurie and Vern sat down with us at their kitchen table and talked about the best way to see Yellowstone. So great to get local advice! Kids loved petting the dogs and horses and collecting eggs! Cabin was comfortable. Great place to relax after a long day of exploring Yellowstone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F., California

Highlight of our road trip

We stayed three nights here, and it was the best part of our road trip through Idaho and Montana. The hosts were so gracious and helped guide our activities. The kids enjoyed helping with farm chores, playing with the dogs, and spotting wildlife. The cabin was perfect and just as described. We are already trying to find a time we can return and stay longer. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Perfect rental- wish we could have stayed longer!

Our stay was perfect. We had an amazing time on the Smith Ranch. The cabin was very clean and well kept, and the location can only be described as amazing. The minute we pulled in we felt at home. The kids were able to collect fresh eggs every day, ride horses, and visit with their new best friend, Vern! We can’t say enough about the hospitality and generosity of the Smiths. You will on not regret staying here, except the fact that you will eventually have to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy C., Okeana, Ohio

“WOW”

Couldn’t have ask for a better stay, Vern & Laura were a wealth of information about the area. The tip on bear watching and the wildlife in the area was a reason our trip was so memorable. Thank you for sharing your home and ranch with us. Would come back a million times. 😎🇺🇸
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris s., Playa Del Rey

Do not, I repeat, do not pass this place by....

This home is an amazing place. One cannot find a better, more relaxing spot in the heart of Paradise Valley. This is a true Montana/Yellowstone experience. Close to it all....while also being far away from the madding crowd. Very accommodating hosts, a very charming horse ranch, and wildlife within minutes of the place, the likes of which are rarely seen inside the park. Can't say enough great things about our experience here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Peaceful getaway from the crowds

This property was perfect for our family. It was peaceful and just far enough away from town to get a break from the crowded areas but still within reach. The drive to Gardiner through Yankee Jim Canyon was gorgeous! The patio had great Yellowstone river views and we loved chilling in the comfortable wooden rocking chairs, having campfires and grilling out. Our 2 boys loved skipping rocks down a steep path at the riverbank, collecting dead branches along the river brush to add to the fire, and sleeping up in the loft. Climbing the giant ladder with their suitcases was no issue! They also loved playing fetch with the ranch dog Coda and the opportunity to pet all of the horses! We had a fun excursion just up the road, bear watching with more great scenic views with very few people around! It was a bit like a locals secret! The property owners chatted with us a few times to give us some great spots to check out and make sure we we had everything we needed. They were kind and welcoming. Even some nice little touches with some fresh eggs and offers of picking garden vegies. The cabin set up was unique and added to the rustic ranch feel while being very clean and very well kept. My only regret is staying only 3 nights! This cabin is a little gem and so worth the unique experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024