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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Situated on the banks of the Yellowstone River, this guest house offers a serene base camp for exploring Montana and Yellowstone National Park. With easy access to river activities, national park adventures, and ranch life experiences like horse training and farm chores.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Emigrant, this guesthouse is on the waterfront. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Emigrant, MT

What's nearby

  • Yankee Jim Canyon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 26 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Chico Hot Springs - 29 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 41 min drive - 40.7 km

About this property

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

Guesthouse 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 premises and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Horse Ranch on the Yellowstone River. Close to Gardiner and Yellowstone Park. have comforts such as free WiFi and kitchen islands.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Pets are never allowed to be left unattended in the house.
A fifth small child is allowed with prior permission and costs an extra $50/night.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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

Horse Ranch Yellowstone River. 15 Minutes Yellowstone Park
Horse Ranch Yellowstone River. 15 Minutes Yellowstone Park
Guest House

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 50 lbs 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.?

Check-out 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

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Loved the location and the hosts, everything was perfect! Can't wait to come back and we enjoyed being a little further out from everything and enjoying nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The cabin is clean, the owners responsive, and the view is astounding. We had a wonderful stay and would recommend this property to anyone! Vern gave wonderful tips on how to fill our days and was always ready to help with anything, even bringing us wood for a fire in the fire pit. The cabin is well equipped for meals. I can't speak to the TV in the home, we never turned it on!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin in the mountains

We stayed almost 3 weeks and just about everything you'd need is there with wonderfull snowy views. If you go in winter, be sure to get a 4WD that sits a littke higher than a sedan.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short family vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

Dayna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Ty K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Leah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Mary Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect accommodations in the Paradise Valley

What a gorgeous place to stay! We loved every minute of our vacation outside of Yellowstone. Vern and Laurie are the best hosts, and our guest house had everything we needed for a relaxing family vacation. We enjoyed our morning coffee sitting on the patio on the Yellowstone River, made s'mores at the fire pit, marveled at the endless views. The property is a 15-20 minute drive from the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park, so we were close enough to head into town for dinner and groceries but far enough away that it felt like a retreat. Highly recommend this property for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“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

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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