12 Reviews of Property 238139 in Gardiner, Montana

We loved this cabin! Yes, it is rustic and yes there is only one sink and a small bathroom, but after fighting the crowds of Yellowstone all day it was so wonderful to come home to the cabin, sit on the front porch and listen to the stream not more than 5 feet away. Very relaxing! An additional porch and screen have been added to the side of the cabin so that you cannot see the property that is immediately to the rear; we also never heard them. We loved that there was no TV or phone, but if you do need to stay in touch with the world there is internet. If you want a totally relaxing hideaway in the forest then this is it.

The picture is a bit deceiving! It makes it look like you have the whole 5 acres to yourself in this wonderful setting... but if you look really close there is a camper trailer just outside the bedroom window and unless you want to walk through knee high grass nothing is useable. There is no a/c (which is very aggravating because I was told there was one in the bedroom), so it gets pretty hot inside the cabin. The biggest problem we had was there was no phone and no reliable cell service! SO my husband who had planned on fishing in Yellowstone couldn't because he was not comfortable leaving his family with no way to call for help if necessary. Very disappointing since it has a cabin phone number on the check in info. The bathroom is very small with no sink so you have to wash hands, brush teeth in kitchen sink. The cabin was clean and well stocked, and the creek that ran right beside the cabin was nice. I would not stay here again.

Dad - I loved that it was so close to Yellowstone but yet far enough away from any crowds. Everything in the cabin worked. Even with the hot weather the cabin never seemed to get uncomfortable. We didn't get to meet the owners, mainly because we spent most of the day at Yellowstone, but they communicated well via email. The only thing I would of done differently if I owned the cabin is to at least send an email after the stay to say thank you. I remember reading a review about the camper in the back of the cabin. The review really exagerrated the situation. It shouldn't be something that keeps you from this cabin. The dirt road to the cabin is well maintained. It is uphill and has lots of blind curves. Be careful because as anywhere there are some really stupid drivers.

Mom - I really liked to location of the cabin. It was really well equipped. The sound of the creek at night was great.

Kid (8 years old) - The cabin was in the middle of no where. We didn't see anyone. I liked to go to the creek.

Kid (8 years old) - The pull out couches were comfortable.

Kid (6 years old ) - The floors were slippery. I liked reading the books in the bookshelf!

We had planned on staying at the cabin for 7 nights, but ended up leaving after only 5. We were very disappointed in the condition of the outside of the property. The grass was extremely high to the point where you could not get off of the porch unless you want to be in waist high grass loaded with ticks. We found ticks inside the cabin and also numerous spiders and large ants, one of which bit my young son on the hand while sleeping and caused swelling and pain. The inside of the cabin was clean and well stocked, but the bug problem was enough to make us want to leave early. The cabin itself was nice and cozy, but the outside could you someone to take care of it. We were told by the owner that they wanted it natural, but in our opinion this was just neglect on the part of the owner. Could be a nice place if someone would maintain the property as it should be!

Our group of two couples just returned from a three night stay at Lazy M. What a great place to stay! Well appointed and very comfortable cabin. Located along a fast-flowing creek with a great porch and deck to view the creek from. Our group consisted of two couples--one got the bedroom and the other stayed on the comfortable pull-out couch in the living room--we all had plenty of room for a three day stay. The pull-out couch was a little quirky, but comfortable and clean. The cabin had a bedroom with queen bed, a pull out couch with queen/full bed, plus another pull out couch with a twin bed (so a family with two children or teens could easily stay here and have enough room). The hosts were very helpful and gave us great tips for things to do in the area. The hosts were very unobtrusive yet available when needed. The cabin is located about a 10 minute drive up a gravel road-the road was well-maintained when we visited in May but I could see it being more difficult in winter--maybe four wheel drive would be necessary at that time of year. If you are looking for a place to get away from it all, this is it. This cabin was off the beaten path (about a 30 minute scenic drive to Mammoth Hot Springs area of Yellowstone), but for us, it was perfect, and it was great to get away from the crowds at Yellowstone and have our own little home away from home. If you have mobility issues, I probably wouldn't recommend this cabin, as there are stone stepping stones leading up to the cabin which might be difficult to navigate. Also, if you are looking to be right at the entrance to Yellowstone, you might be disappointed that this is a bit of drive--but, if you are looking to get away from town and crowds like we were, this place is worth the drive. I would stay here again and I would recommend this to friends.

Did not meet our expectations. Directly behind the cabin sits a small travel trailer (5th Wheel), which has apparently been converted into a full time residence. You can see it pictured if you look real closely to the right of the cabin.
The bathroom was not equipped with a lavatory, so you had to use the kitchen sink to wash your hands or brush your teeth. That did not make it appealing to eat from the supplied dishes and utensils.
The door at the kitchen looking out onto the creek had no blinds or drapes on the glass even though most of the door was glass, which was a little less than comfortable after dark.
I guess you shouldn't expect a lot of landscaping around a cabin, but it would have been nice if they had cut the over waist-high weeds at least in front of the place. On that note, there was a lengthy letter left on the kitchen table warning one that ticks were prevalent in weeds, and what measures should be taken to remove and dispose of them, including instructions to place them in a plastic bag, then freeze them and take them home with you in the event of a subsequent illness such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. The fact that we found ticks inside the cabin made things even more uncomfortable.
A couple of positives: The kitchen was well stocked with everything you needed including a cast iron skillet and waffle iron, and there was lots of reading material to be had.
One other thing: It appears that the property owners/managers are able to delete any of the negative reviews since every review I read on these properties seemj to be positive.

Clean, quaint and truly a cabin. Tucked into a little valley with a crystal creek, this is the best little cabin we've ever rented in Paradise. Not one but three stoves to keep you warm, a sweet bed and nice little deck looking over the creek. Beautiful area to cross-country ski or hike around. Enjoyed meeting Paul and Bubs. See you next year!

My wife and I and our yellow lab stayed here over Memorial Day in 2010. This place is awesome! Nice new deck. Stream. Cozy and remote. If you want to get away from it all this is it! Close to Yellowstone. Lots of elk nearby. We will be back!