Cabin in Montana
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cabin rental
Winner of the 2010 Historic Restoration Award from the Montana Historical Alliance , this rare 2 story hand-hewn square log cabin was built in 1907. Austrians used Broad Axes to fashion unbelievable 'compound' dovetail corners locking the logs in place for over 100 years.
The address of the cabin is: 25 Papesh Road, Gardiner, Montana if you want to Google Map it's location.
It is a short 5 MINUTE drive to the North Entrance of Yellowstone Park.
The cabin sits on 42 quiet acres once called 'The Little Trail Creek Ranch.' It once fed tourists in Yellowstone Park. It is only 4 miles north of Gardiner,Montana and the north entrance to Yellowstone. The cabin is not visible from the highway, and has lots of grass, trees and water. Out front sit the mountains of Yellowstone Park and the Yellowstone River. In the back is the Absaroka Wilderness. The old tree stumps that built the cabin are still visible up the cliffs behind the house.
Herds of Elk, Bison,Deer and Bighorn Sheep use our land all year due to the trees and open water from abundant springs.
We like to go to Yellowstone Hot Sptings, 2 miles away. Open 9-9 everyday except Monday.
Chico Hot Springs is 22 miles north, and it has wonderful food. On Sunday, you can eat the brunch and swim for free.
For 13 years we fixed up the cabin. It was fun. There are all new appliances, a 6 burner stove with convection oven, new electric and plumbing, and heating. We used antiques and old wood salvaged from train stations and hotels where needed. The old wood in the cabin has a certain 'glow' that comes from age.
During the renovation, I found many items I put into the chinking. Pocket watches, coins, buttons, even a gun--and 3 bullets in the logs [all at waist high level].
There is a steam shower for use in winter. A 4000 pound Tulikivi wood stove [for use only in winter] uses radiant heat to warm the cabin. It is made of soapstone, which will stay warm a full 2 days after a fire.
There is one bedroom downstairs, and 3 upstairs. A double bed is in the sun room, and the couch downstairs in the Tulikivi room is oddly comfortable for sleeping.
So, if you appreciate the Real Deal -- with history, wildlife, quiet and nature-- welcome to our cabin. You'll find our circle of trees cool and refreshing even on the hottest day.
Hosts- Alex, Beth, and Emma --
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The address of the cabin is: 25 Papesh Road, Gardiner, Montana if you want to Google Map it's location.
It is a short 5 MINUTE drive to the North Entrance of Yellowstone Park.
The cabin sits on 42 quiet acres once called 'The Little Trail Creek Ranch.' It once fed tourists in Yellowstone Park. It is only 4 miles north of Gardiner,Montana and the north entrance to Yellowstone. The cabin is not visible from the highway, and has lots of grass, trees and water. Out front sit the mountains of Yellowstone Park and the Yellowstone River. In the back is the Absaroka Wilderness. The old tree stumps that built the cabin are still visible up the cliffs behind the house.
Herds of Elk, Bison,Deer and Bighorn Sheep use our land all year due to the trees and open water from abundant springs.
We like to go to Yellowstone Hot Sptings, 2 miles away. Open 9-9 everyday except Monday.
Chico Hot Springs is 22 miles north, and it has wonderful food. On Sunday, you can eat the brunch and swim for free.
For 13 years we fixed up the cabin. It was fun. There are all new appliances, a 6 burner stove with convection oven, new electric and plumbing, and heating. We used antiques and old wood salvaged from train stations and hotels where needed. The old wood in the cabin has a certain 'glow' that comes from age.
During the renovation, I found many items I put into the chinking. Pocket watches, coins, buttons, even a gun--and 3 bullets in the logs [all at waist high level].
There is a steam shower for use in winter. A 4000 pound Tulikivi wood stove [for use only in winter] uses radiant heat to warm the cabin. It is made of soapstone, which will stay warm a full 2 days after a fire.
There is one bedroom downstairs, and 3 upstairs. A double bed is in the sun room, and the couch downstairs in the Tulikivi room is oddly comfortable for sleeping.
So, if you appreciate the Real Deal -- with history, wildlife, quiet and nature-- welcome to our cabin. You'll find our circle of trees cool and refreshing even on the hottest day.
Hosts- Alex, Beth, and Emma --
.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Montana
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
This cabin is amazing. Take time to look through the photos and look for the little things built into the cabin. Elk came down multiple days. Great place!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Our family of 9 people - ages 9 to 70 - stayed at the cabin for 5 days and it was a wonderful place for us! We had plenty of room to spread out and the kitchen table could accommodate all. We especially enjoyed the location - close to the North Yellowstone gate but out of town and quiet, not too far from a grocery store and a pizza place. As soon as we arrived, our kids scrambled up the big hill on the property and immediately spotted a herd of elk! The herd stayed close by for our whole visit, and one evening we even had a baby and his mama in the yard next door. We also especially enjoyed a fire in the fire pit every night, with plenty of firewood nearby.The cabin has been amazingly restored and it was so interesting to look for all the little details that our hosts had talked about. Beds and bedding were very comfortable. We happened to be there during a cool end-of-June week and the temp was always comfortable in the house. When the weather is warm, it may be difficult to stay cool in the bedrooms at night, though our hosts supplied fans for each room.We loved staying here and would definitely come back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
My family of 5 had a great time in this cabin. Our kids are 6, 8 and almost 12. They loved that they each had their own beds. My younger 2 loved the to send their water bottles down via the basket pully system. The house is old, but well appointed. There is a large table with sturdy chairs and can seat at least 8 people. The appliances work great. There is a drip coffee and a French press. The laundry machines are new and worked great. There are plenty of towels for bathing and more for Yellowstone Hot Springs. We also like the fire pit and watching the Elk roam around the yard.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
What an incredible place! Our family of 6 had a great time in this historic cabin while visiting Yellowstone, and it worked out perfectly for us. It truly felt like we were staying in a rustic historic cabin, but had all the amenities of a modern place. With a herd of elk roaming the grounds every evening and the history associated with the cabin we felt like we were staying inside the park. The owners were very communicative and we appreciated how well set-up everything was for us. Highly recommend anyone going to Yellowstone to stay here!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(255 Ratings)
"This cabin is amazing. Take time to look through the photos and look for the little things built into the cabin. Elk came down multiple days. Great place!!"
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