AO Ranch- Private, pet friendly mountain retreat between Cody and Yellowstone

Cody, Wyoming
$614 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to AO Ranch, a beautifully crafted, pet friendly mountain retreat set on 88 private acres. Built in 2021, this vacation home blends cabin character with modern comfort and unobstructed mountain views. Located about 35 minutes from the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, AO Ranch is the perfect basecamp for Yellowstone adventures, wildlife viewing, and exploring the Cody area. The home's striking exterior features natural rockwork, log beam accents, and a spacious patio designed to take full advantage of the surrounding landscape and wide-open Wyoming skies.
Inside, the home welcomes you with a bright open floor plan designed for gathering and relaxing. The dining area comfortably seats six, while the spacious kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and additional seating for three at the island. Large windows frame spectacular views of the mountains and lake, bringing the outdoors into the heart of the home. The living room is arranged to highlight those views while offering a cozy place to unwind beside the fireplace and a sleeper sofa for additional guests. The authentic lodge-style atmosphere blends seamlessly with modern amenities for a comfortable, unforgettable stay.
The primary suite features a king bed and a luxurious ensuite bathroom with double vanity, soaking tub with mountain views, and a beautiful tile walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms each offer queen beds and share a Jack and Jill bathroom with a tub and shower combination, making the layout ideal for families or small groups traveling together. A half bath is conveniently located off the hallway. Guests also have access to the attached garage with space for one vehicle. With comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to eight guests and a peaceful setting, AO Ranch offers the perfect blend of privacy, scenery, and convenience for your Yellowstone and Wyoming vacation.

*Guests are able to hike/roam and explore the acreage, ATVs are not allowed at the property.
*AWD or 4-wheel drive necessary in the winter.
*Please note: cats are not permitted at this property.

Accommodations
Primary Bedroom Suite: King Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
Living Area: Sofa Sleeper
Primary ensuite Bath: Walk-in Tile Shower, soaking tub, and double vanity
Hall Bath:1/2 Bath
Jack-n-Jill Bath: Walk-in shower
Maximum Occupancy: 8 guests
Winter Spring Travel Notice: Cody offers plenty to enjoy year-round! Please note that Yellowstone s East Entrance and most park roads are closed to regular vehicle traffic from November 1, 2025 through May 1, 2026. During winter (December 15 mid-March, weather permitting), access is available only by guided snowcoach or snowmobile tours.

Monthly Rental Information: For stays longer than 30 days, a completed and signed rental agreement is required prior to occupancy. The agreement must be signed by the primary renter responsible for the reservation. For stays longer than 30 nights, a security deposit may be applied by Cody Lodging Company.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Ed C.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Awesome! The VRBO ad for the property is 100% accurate. This is a great feeling when you arrived and the VRBO pictures were 100% accurate.

  • Jean P.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    AO Ranch is beautiful, quiet, comfortable, peaceful & has the most beautiful sunrises! My husband & I hoped to see wildlife around the house but it was the wrong time of year for that. It was in a convenient location to get to Yellowstone daily where the bears, wolves, coyotes & bison were easily located. I spent most of my downtime sitting on the patio watching the beautiful views. This home has everything anyone could need & could easily & comfortably accommodate 6 - 8. This is not a negative but want to note that if you fly into Bozeman it’s a 4 hour drive to AO. I would highly recommend AO!

  • BART K.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 18, 2025

    Me and my wife and our dog had a wonderful time!

  • Lauren B.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    Can’t say enough good things. The house itself was new and spotless. I’ve stayed in a lot of rentals and this by far felt the most homey and had the most little amenities. We’re already hoping to be back!

  • Kimberly A.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    The property and area were more than we could have ever dreamed for. Beautiful views. Gorgeous home. Had everything we could have needed. Owners were fabulous to deal with. Accommodations and location were perfect. Saw wildlife from every view of the property. Highly recommend.

  • Carla O.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2024

    Stayed Sep 1, 2024

    The house was amazing it was exactly as presented on Vrbo. The ease of booking was awesome. Abby with the realty company was so nice and helpful with various things. We would definitely want to stay here again.

  • Beth G.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    The property is conveniently located between Cody and Yellowstone. We were able to easily go into Yellowstone for three days of our stay. The rest of the time we rode horses at a nearby ranch, rafted on Shoshone River out of Cody, attended the Cody rodeo, shopped, and ate. The property had everything we needed, even bear spray and binoculars! The place was a little tricky to find, since the address marker was hidden by a bush. However, a quick turn around and we found it from the other direction. Our family of five would definitely stay here again!

  • Katie J.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    This property is absolutely gorgeous! The house had everything we needed and more. I have never stayed in a rental that was this well stocked. You will not be disappointed staying here. We would have happily moved in!!

  • Laurie G.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    Relaxing and peaceful

  • Apryl L.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 9, 2024

    Driving up to the AO Ranch is amazing. First the drive revealed wonderful views and the ranch felt private, as the only residences visible were far off in the distance. The pictures are accurate with the exception that the ranch is even better than the photos. The living/dining area with fabulous windows gave a 270 degree view around the house. With binoculars available, we spotted the herd (gang?) of elk far up on the mountainside the first few days and got a view of the pronghorn who wandered by the last couple of days we were there. The Kitchen is well stocked with all you could need to cook your own meals - Cody has a Walmart 25-30 minutes away so food is easily transported when you need it. Beds are comfortable with plenty of space and wonderful bathrooms. The laundry facilities were excellent with modern washer and dryer. Communication with the managing company was also excellent. We called a week ahead and inquired if we could add a day to the beginning of the trip and since it was available, we traveled a day early. So glad we did! Check-in and check-out was seamless. My husband and I and our daughter and son-in-law stayed for a week and visited Yellowstone and Cody and had a most restful time relaxing in this marvelous home. We are already trying to find time to return.

  • fred n.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 19, 2024

    Awesome place. Great house with amazing views. Elk, pronghorn antelope and even a coyote walked through the yard. Highly recommend!!

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Includes taxes and fees
$614+
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