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We offer scenic horseback rides with amazing views of the area.

The living room has wood floors, comfortable seating and antique furnishings.

The living room has large picture windows and patio door leading to the porch.

The master bathroom has a pedestal sink and bathtub/shower.

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9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Explore the area

Gardiner, MT

Yellowstone Hot Springs12 min drive
Roosevelt Arch22 min drive
Yellowstone National Park North Entrance23 min drive
Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.)89 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

If you like it a bit off the grid, no WIFI, no cell, no road noise, this is the place. Very scenic and peaceful.

Michael K.

Oct 2, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Aspen Cabin Near Yellowstone - Horse Rides,zip Lining, Rafting, Hiking

Nestled in the heart of the Gallatin mountain range, the Stermitz Ranch has been in our family since 1900. We hope that you enjoy the area as much as we do! Our cozy cabin offers the best of both worlds- all of the peace and seclusion for a truly relaxing vacation, yet still located only minutes from the North Entrance to Yellowstone National Park and the shops and restaurants of Gardiner. This newly renovated cabin is situated on a hill overlooking a beautiful mountain meadow surrounded by fir trees, willows, and aspens with amazing mountain views. Enjoy viewing the elk, deer, coyotes, bald eagles and occasionally moose, wolves, and bears who frequent the vast open spaces that the ranch has to offer. Horses, cows, and chickens also call this breathtaking place home. Spend time befriending the horses and then let them take you on a memorable ride to the top of the mountain! We also have a Zip Line available on the ranch (ages 5 and up) as well as Whitewater Rafting on the nearby Yellowstone River. Activities typically run from Memorial Day to Labor Day. If we have enough help, sometimes we are able to offer horseback rides into the fall. Please check with us first.

Our cabin is the perfect place to relax. The living room boasts large picture windows with incredible views, and a patio door opening to a large covered porch, vaulted ceiling (with beams from a local historic bridge), a large gas fireplace, and comfortable seating. The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, range, and all utensils needed to create wonderful meals to be enjoyed inside or out on the covered porch.

The covered porch, which is equipped with a gas grill and outdoor dining set, is the perfect area for barbecues, viewing the abundant wildlife, and watching the incredible sunsets while sipping a glass of wine. Relax and enjoy the cool evening breezes on a hot summer day. The backyard offers lots of room for setting up a badminton game, volleyball, or horseshoes.

The cabin has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It offers two master suites each with a king-sized bed and a private bath, and two additional rooms. One of the rooms has a bunk bed, and the other room has a bunk bed and an additional queen bed. The bunk rooms share a bathroom. The cabin sleeps 8-10 people.

Unplug! The cabin does not have wifi or cell service, but there is a land line.

Our cabin is located 20 minutes from Yellowstone Park, 30 minutes from Chico Hot Springs, 10 minutes from world-class fishing on the Yellowstone River, and mere minutes from horseback riding with us on the Stermitz Ranch. In the winter you can cross-country ski and snowshoe from the back door. We are also only 2 hours from snowmobiling in the world-renowned Cooke City area. If you prefer a more laid back vacation, you can spend hours sitting on the porch drinking coffee, reading by the fire, viewing wildlife, sketching the amazing scenery, identifying wildflowers and animal tracks, petting the horses and colts, taking a nature hike from your back door, taking a zip line tour or whitewater rafting.

We are sure that your Yellowstone area vacation will be a unique and memorable experience. We look forward to meeting you!
Your hosts,
Stacy and Rob Stermitz
P.S. If this cabin is full, or if you need additional lodging for your group, we also have other cabins available.

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Property manager

Stacy Stermitz

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Fireplace

entrance to cabins, schoolhouse and creek with other old buildings for storage

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gardiner

Located in Gardiner, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park (and vicinity) and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

Yellowstone Hot Springs - 12 min drive
Roosevelt Arch - 22 min drive
Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 23 min drive
Boiling River - 33 min drive
Mammoth Hot Springs - 37 min drive

Getting around

Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Paradise Perk Espresso - ‬16 min drive
‪Grizzly Grille - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aspen Cabin Near Yellowstone - Horse Rides,zip Lining, Rafting, Hiking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aspen Cabin Near Yellowstone - Horse Rides,zip Lining, Rafting, Hiking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aspen Cabin Near Yellowstone - Horse Rides,zip Lining, Rafting, Hiking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aspen Cabin Near Yellowstone - Horse Rides,zip Lining, Rafting, Hiking located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Gallatin National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Yellowstone River. Yellowstone National Park (and vicinity) and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

JO B.

1 June 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Needs some caring

This setting is beautiful and I would recommend it for families with kids. That being said, although the direct communication with the owner was great, it would be more helpful to have a book or folder containing necessary info rather than having small individual notes posted throughout the house...they have lots of nice clocks conveniently located throughout the house. Still, none worked (need batteries). Lastly, we have stayed at several vrbo and have never been asked to strip beds put linen in bags, and take out the trash. A cleaning fee is collected, and no guest in anyone's house should be expected to do housework.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chane R.

28 May 2024

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Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay here very much. Stacy was a great host!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

2 Oct 2023

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Tranquil

If you like it a bit off the grid, no WIFI, no cell, no road noise, this is the place. Very scenic and peaceful.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly b.

16 Sept 2023

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Scenic and peaceful

This is our 2nd time staying here. We stayed with our grown children and their spouses in 2020. We loved it so much we decided to bring both sets of parents back. They loved it as much as us. We saw wildlife every day while there. It’s the perfect location to visit Yellowstone. We unplugged and enjoyed each other so much!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mark B., Bluffton, SC

26 Aug 2023

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Family Outing

We were very pleased with our stay at the Aspen Cabin. It was clean, well appointed and the host was friendly. The only reason why i didnt give a 5 star overall is the road condition going to the cabin. Probably because of the amount of rain when we were there.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V.

21 Aug 2023

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Yellowstone Family Vacation

Stermitz Ranch is a beautiful mountain retreat for the whole family. My wife, myself, our 4 kids and my in-laws all stayed together in the Aspen Cabin. We really enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, hiking the nearby mountains, horseback riding, and watching wildlife. We are already trying to plan when we can come again. The Stermitz's were very excellent hosts and responded to any questions we had right away. They also have bear spray provided which was really great since that's money we didn't have to spend for something we wanted to carry but never had to actually use (can't bring bear spray in your luggage, found that out the hard way). The cabin itself is really cozy and has 3 bedrooms on one side of the home and one bedroom on the other (where we put the grandparents). Two of the bedrooms are master bedrooms with an attached bathroom. 4 beds and 3 full bathrooms plus kitchen worked really well for 8 people. The home is stocked with a smattering of great books (including a Yellowstone guide that we found so useful we carried it in the car with us - the maps and information in the book were better than what was in the park!). Also my kids loved the Stermitz's big dog that is very sweet and playful (Stacy was going to keep the dog inside, but my kids asked her to let the dog out) . Lastly, there really is NO CELL SERVICE or internet at all. I thought it was fantastic to unplug for a week. Overall I would recommend this to anyone considering this as a place to stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F., Florida

7 Aug 2023

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Perfect hideaway

We loved the out of the way house, but still close to Yellowstone. We had all the privacy we wanted but still had our hosts nearby to visit on the porch and offer up recommendations for adventures each day. We really loved the visits from the hosts' big, friendly pup and we lived rolling the windows down on our way up and down the looong driveway to listen to the beautiful stream. The kids had a blast hiking up the mountains on the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

13 July 2023

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Excellent

This was absolutely amazing. No cell service, wifi, internet, or TV (other than DVDs). Beautiful ranch. Got to unplug from the world. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise D.

9 July 2023

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Fantastic, So peaceful and relaxing.

an awesome mt vacation! with near perfect temperatures during the day, and cool nights for easy sleeping with no air conditioning needed in July.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie O.

4 June 2023

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Aspen Cabin Heaven

It makes you never want to go home. Although we came to see all of YNP sometimes we just wanted to hang out at the cabin, coffee or cocktails on the porch and watching the kids play ball and frisbee in the yard and pretend like we never had to leave. It rained a little almost every day but we got to have all the adventures we came for and were always anxious to get back up the mountain to our "home".

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

4 June 2022

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Mountain stay

Beautiful scenery! Great place. Quiet and great host! Lots of animals to be seen!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy F.

28 May 2022

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Review

Staying at this beautiful house was everything we wanted it to be !

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

2 Oct 2021

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Mountain paradise

We enjoyed staying at this historic ranch in the Aspen Cabin. The hosts are very responsive, the cabin is attractive and well equipped, and the scenery is gorgeous. The last 4 miles to the cabin are on a windy gravel road that may deter some coming and going but the destination is worth the travel.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jensyn S.

12 Sept 2021

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Beautiful

Amazing cabin for our trip! Had everything we needed and gave us a chance to get away from cell phones and media activity for a few days! We loved the location and can actually say we stayed in the mountains!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Chris f.

26 Aug 2021

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Great cabin & location !!!

Wonderful cabin !

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

R. Michael H.

24 Aug 2021

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Gardiner-Yellowstone Getaway

The cabin was perfect for our party of parents, two adult children and their spouses and two elementary school grandchildren. It was kid friendly with a playground area for running off excess energy and games. The kitchen was amply stocked with cooking utensils, pots and pans, spices, flour, sugar and condiments. The was a bright red "Big Pot" that was perfect for boiling sweet corn and preparing spaghetti sauce. The coffee bean grinder was perfect for my son-in-law who wanted to grind his own coffee. The crock pot allowed us to come home from a day at Yellowstone Park or rafting and doing other activities to a waiting meal. There was bear spray to take on hikes in Yellowstone and the surrounding areas. While the ice maker was not functioning, there were sufficient ice cube trays that we could keep supplies with ice. Minor concerns were that some of the dvds were so scratched they were not playable, one lamp did not work and one remote had batteries missing. All in all a great facility that contributed to a wonderful multi-generational family vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

8 Aug 2021

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stunning mountain view

This property was exactly what I was looking for, a cabin well off the beaten path up in a beautiful mountain valley. Awoke to whitetail deer walking through the area in the mornings as well as spotting elk up in the high timber above the cabin. The ranch offered a horse back trail ride up into the property and the sights were fabulous. Rob and Stacey where wonderful hosts. I am already thinking about when we can return. I would highly recommend this rental.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

11 July 2021

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Stermitz Ranch was amazing!

If you are looking for a beautiful location to unhook and unwind, this is it!! The views from the cabin are beyond beautiful and the stay was pleasant and relaxing. The only complaint was no washer and dryer, but everything else was just as described.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

19 June 2021

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Lowdown on the slowdown

We are so tickled about our family’s stay at Stacey and Rob’s Aspen Cabin. We (grandma and grandpa, son and daughter and spouses)) had the opportunity to relive our childhood summers as well as introduce our grandchildren to the joy of playing endlessly outside, petting horses, talking and doing things without internet and devices. Truly a memorable vacation for us. And we felt a sincere kinship with Rob and Stacey! Also, the wranglers who guided our trail ride were super, super young women! You won’t be disappointed if you have the chance to visit the Stermitz Ranch. ❤️👍🏼❤️👍🏼

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie and Vicki C., Chandler, MN

16 June 2021

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Vacation

It was great. Everything. Very accommidating

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

5 June 2021

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Didn’t want to leave...

My husband and I and our 6 kids stayed in the Aspen Cabin for a week late May/Early June. We didn’t want to leave! The silence, the wildlife, watching the horses graze on the hills, the stars, the wide open space, the lack of “connectedness” was all such a gift. The cabin space was adequate for my family of 8, especially considering the outdoor space. There is a lack of common dining seating except for outside at the picnic tables. There are definitely some repairs that need to be done, but nothing that greatly impacted our trip. It is tastefully decorated in cowboy/ranch/Montana decor. It was a good landing place for our days in Yellowstone. We did the horseback ride offered by the ranch and very much enjoyed it. There is a LONG dirt road up a canyon to get to the cabin. We were warned but still surprised. In the end, the drive ended up not bothering us much at all. Stacy was very friendly. Overall, we would definitely recommend this place and would HIGHLY recommend it if some repairs and deep cleaning were done. Made memories here we will never forget! Thanks for having us!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Julie H.

31 May 2021

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girls getaway

From the pictures we thought we would be on the water, but overall it had nice views of the mountains. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, dishes and items that other guests had left behind.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelly b.

9 Oct 2020

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Peaceful

We loved this cabin! It was a great place to unplug. We had quality family time and made lots of great memories. We saw lots of wildlife off the road to the cabin daily. We hiked on the property and saw 2 herds of elk. Amazing!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

28 Sept 2020

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Ranch Wedding

Beautiful scenery, saw lots of elk, watching the horses grazing, just relaxing and enjoying the mountain views! Also celebrated out daughters wedding on the ranch, all around wonderful experience by everyone.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

25 Sept 2020

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Family vacation to Yellowstone

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Stermitz Ranch. Yes our teens were not thrilled with the thought of 5 days with no wifi or cell service but we were able to access those amenities in trips to town and this allowed opportunities for us to bond doing things we wouldn't have done otherwise; like our 12yr old playing checkers with our 8yr old or family volleyball games in the evenings. The Crock-Pot was a huge plus as we would load it up with our evening meal I'm the morning, pack up lunch for the day, and head to the park for the entire day. We saw mule deer bucks and does, whitetail doe and fawn, bull and cow elk, and coyote all from the ranch. The mountain views are incredible and we even enjoyed the journey up the gravel road every day. Would recommend this place to anyone!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Stacy Stermitz

My husband, Rob and I feel extremely blessed to live in such a an amazing place. We are fortunate to raise our 4 sons, who are the 5th generation, here on the historic Stermitz Ranch. Rob works full time an a Landscape Architect in Yellowstone as well as managing the ranch operations. Stacy is a full time mom and manages the vacation rental properties and the horseback rides. We enjoy working on the renovation projects together, generally on the weekends as time allows. We have enjoyed the challenges that each building brings, and look forward to the day when all of the original structures have been restored and preserved!

Why they chose this property

After Rob and I both graduated from college and got married, we decided that this was the ideal place to raise our kids. We both share a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the history of the area, and the proximity to Yellowstone Park makes it ideal. We love the story of how his family came to be here. Rob's great grandfather, Joseph, was born in Slovenia, Austria in 1862 and worked in the coal mines from the age of 9. He later immigrated here from Slovenia with his wife and two children in 1892, following the promise of work in coal mines in Montana. When they arrived he discovered that no work was to be found. Joeseph used his last $10 to buy a shotgun so that he might feed his family. While here, a fire broke out in the Cokedale mines. Joe helped put out the fires and was noticed by the mine boss who asked 'who is that good worker?' Someone explained that it was an immigrant who couldn't find work. The mine boss said 'Put that man to work. Anyone who works that hard for no pay should get a job.' The family, along with the addition of three more children, moved to the ranch in Cinnabar Basin in 1900. They purchased the original homestead of Bob Dixon. Their house consisted of a dirt roofed dugout built by Dixon. Later, when the mine closed in 1910, the lumber was brought from the hospital building in Aldrige to construct a log and lumber house. Rob's grandfather was born here in 1910, and he later attended school at the schoolhouse across from this cabin. In 1935, he married Gladys Elliott, who was one of the teachers at the schoolhouse. Their son, Jim, also attended school there and continues to live on the ranch with his wife Lorayne.

What makes this property unique

This property is great for people who enjoy being outdoors. It is a truly western ranch experience where guests can see what cowboy life is like. Scenic horseback rides, the wildlife, petting the new foals, touring Yellowstone, taking nature hikes, listening to the many mountain songbirds, sketching the wildflowers, are just a few of the many experiences that this property has to offer. We hope that you enjoy it as much as we do!