Log Cabin On Historic Yellowstone Park Ranch on the McDonald Ranch

Gardiner, Montana
$518 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Schoolhouse cabin is nicely restored for comfort and family get togethers. Authentic hand hewn logs, beautiful decor, with 5 Queen bedrooms, room for two more twin beds, big kitchen, 3 leather couches and chair, indoor/outdoor eating areas, big deck and yard. Barbecue grill, fire pits, on the creek. Animals all around tame and wild. TV/DVD/cable, wifi if wanted, beautiful view of meadows, mountains..other cabins and lodge on property. Big family re-unions to just couples accommodated (atreduced rates).
Our cabins have most all amenities ...

Get away from it all, relax, daytime walks.

Located in the mountains next to Yellowstone Park. Our road connects to Old Yellowstone trail at Yellowstone River, and takes 20 minutes or is 9 miles from the park line. Takes 20-30 minutes to reach Gardiner and park pay shack via hwy 89 or Old Yellowstone Trail, (14 miles total from Gardiner). 6 miles of dirt road and 8 miles of interstate highway.

Come enjoy the beauty and comforts of our unique ranch log cabins and Lodge while visiting our Yellowstone Park.

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

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • 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 : 12

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Tammy R.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    The setting was beautiful. A hidden hem. !!Thanks for sharing your place with us

  • Rebecca W.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Absolutely gorgeous location! Loved the cabin and the ranch! Beds were comfy. Kitchen had everything we needed. The drive was a little over 10 min off the road but once in the highway it was less than 5 into town. We will definitely be back!!!

  • The P.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Awesome place in a great location for your Yellowstone trip. We saw black bears and elk nearby which was cool. 10/10 recommend!

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    This was the perfect end to our Yellowstone vacation. A remote location but so beautiful. Exactly what we were looking for- no noise or light pollution and plenty of wild life. The cabin was well appointed. Would definitely stay again.

  • Teresa B.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    What can I say other than our vacation stay at this property was truly amazing. From the amazing communication with the host to the amazing property itself. We stayed in the School House rental which had more that enough room for the 8 of us. The house itself made us feel like we were at home and had everything we needed. The property surrounding the home was nothing short of gorgeous. When not out exploring the area, we spent our time on the property enjoying the views, the horses and the ability to just sit out on the large porch drinking coffee in the morning and barbequing in the evenings. If you are looking to get away from crowds and be in the mountains, this is the place for you. Gardiner and Yellowstone National Park are just a short drive away which makes it even better.

  • Ann T.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay! The cabin was perfect for our family and I hope to come back again.

  • Neil B.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    good house the only issue is the access road

  • kristin l.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Out of all the VRBO properties we have stayed in through the years, this was the most amazing! The views were magnificent, the house was great! We were able to feed the horses and we were in heaven! Shai was super helpful and very kind. We enjoyed chatting with her as well!

  • Elizabeth C.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    We had a great time in the McDonald cabin. It was picturesque and secluded which we loved. Had all the vibes of a Montana retreat. The kids enjoyed being greeted by the friendly horses each day. Little off the beaten path but worth it when arriving

  • Sarah S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    This place was amazing. The views were stunning from every window. We stayed in the schoolhouse cabin. It was stocked with all we needed and perfect for our family. The drive to it was a bit nerving coming from a state that is all flatlands, but man once you hit the ranch it’s worth it and you get used to the road after coming and going! We loved it and would absolutely stay again. If your trying to decide weather to book this place or not.. DO IT!

  • Mariah M.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    This is a great spot to stay! My kids loved petting and feeding grass to the horses. There were hundreds of adorable little ground squirrels to watch! We saw a bald eagle, golden eagle, a few magpies and some robins. A deer walked through the horse pasture next to the cabin one evening. The creek that runs through the property is amazing, the water is so clear! The school house cabin has 5 bedrooms and two bathrooms with a decently stocked kitchen (could use a few more measuring cups and mixing bowls), the outdoor grilled worked great. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back again!

  • Peggy K.

    Submitted May 30, 2025

    Stayed May 25, 2025

    Excellent! Would recommend for sure!

  • Doug C.

    Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    What a beautiful place to stay. There were 6 adults and we were all comfortable. The host was great. It was a short drive to Yellowstone National Park where we spent the daytime hours!

  • Lorin G.

    Submitted Jan 17, 2025

    Stayed Jan 1, 2025

    New Years family gathering of 6 adults and 5 children aged 10-15 (grandparents, parents, grandchildren) from Hawaii and Nevada.The cabin was better than expected! Very charming, well stocked, beautiful location for winter fun.Sledding and hot springs nearby, horses and snowman building. We definitely created some wonderful memories and would all love to return at some point.

  • Jahara M.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 24, 2024

    The stay was excellent! Good place to spend time with family. The only thing is the smell on the cyrtains. Other than that exxellwnt everything.

  • Rebecca C.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2024

    Stayed Oct 26, 2024

    The pictures do not do justice to this cabin. It was decorated so nicely, from the country-style kitchen to the boot toilet bowl cleaner. The beds were so soft and comfortable. the big wrap-around porch was awesome and the visit from the dogs and horses made it great as I missed my little one. Everything was breathtaking from the time I woke up and looked out the window and all I see is wildlife and mountains, I didn't want to leave love every minute of my stay perfect place to stay to get away from city living me and my kids loved this cabin thank you so much for sharing your ranch with us Shai!! and also almost forgot it's only 20 minutes from Yellowstone Park.

  • William B.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    The house was beautiful, spacious, and fit our group of ten perfectly. The property was a dream in October, with all the weathers you could imagine, and the kids loved seeing the horses and other wildlife nearby.

  • Jonathan T.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    We had a fantastic stay at this charming house near Yellowstone! The property was clean and offered plenty of room for our family. Our young kids absolutely loved interacting with the horses, and the playroom kept them entertained for hours. The adults enjoyed relaxing on the lovely wrap-around porch, perfect for morning coffee and evening chats. The organized kitchen made cooking a breeze. Overall, a wonderful and charming place for a family getaway—highly recommend!

  • Deborah O.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Enjoyed being on beautiful property. Might want to add curtains to bedrooms upstairs that receive morning light for sleeping later.. privacy not an issue. Truly had a good time.

  • Jess W.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay at the Schoolhouse Cabin. The views from the porch were stunning, we enjoyed walking around the property and visiting the horses. We saw lots of wildlife including elk, moose, deer, and eagles. 12 of us across 4 generations stayed here and we had plenty of room. The kids enjoyed the playroom and we liked having the big table to sit and enjoy family meals together. We loved the proximity to Yellowstone for adventures, and also really appreciated being able to retreat to this peaceful, quiet cabin away from it all.

  • Molly E.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    The home was beautiful, better than the pictures on the listing. The beds were comfortable. Plenty of space for all 6 of us and everyone was very comfortable. Gorgeous location and easy to get into Gardiner for supplies and into the park nearby. Shai was quick to respond and helpful. The dishwasher was not working when we arrived and they had it replaced with a new one immediately. Perfect place for our family vacation, we could not be happier with our stay!

  • John W.

    Submitted May 31, 2024

    Stayed May 26, 2024

    This place is beautiful. Set in a mountain meadow. It is spacious and very secluded. And less than 30 minutes from the entrance to Yellowstone. Trip was magnificent.

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$518+
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