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Minutes from Yellowstone

Escape to this serene mountain retreat where you can unwind by a roaring fire or take in breathtaking vistas from expansive decks.

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Perched in Paradise Valley, this 6,500 sq. ft. rustic log lodge offers a haven of relaxation with its two spacious living areas and wrap-around decks showcasing 360-degree mountain views of the Yellowstone River. Unwind by either stone fireplace or work out in the fitness room; enjoy games at the bar and pool table or dine on delicious meals prepared with restaurant-quality appliances.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Located in Emigrant, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Roosevelt Arch and Historic Crail Ranch are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Big Sky Town Center and Yellowstone Outpost Mall. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Emigrant travel guide
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Emigrant, MT

What's nearby

  • Yellowstone
    Yellowstone Hot Springs
    20 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Prismatic Pool, Yellowstone National Park, Montana, USA
    Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    29 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Yankee Jim Canyon
    9 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Dome Mountain Wildlife Management Area
    16 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Cutler Lake
    21 min drive - 13.4 km

About this property

Minutes from Yellowstone

Lodge by the river
Consider a stay at Minutes from Yellowstone and take advantage of golfing on site, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • A bike on site, a billiards/pool table, and games
  • Beach towels, outdoor furniture, and books
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Minutes from Yellowstone have comforts such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and printers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, separate dining areas, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please do NOT roll luggage on hard wood floors. If damage occurs, you will be accessed a damage fee.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: there are no baby gates on the stair cases

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes from Yellowstone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Minutes from Yellowstone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes from Yellowstone?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Minutes from Yellowstone located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is steps from Gallatin National Forest and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Yankee Jim Canyon. Yellowstone River and Cutler Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Minutes from Yellowstone Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our party of 7 siblings and spouses absolutely loved staying here. The house and views were magnificent. The house was so well appointed and stocked with so many essentials. We had never experienced that in our many other stays. The house was in good proximity to Yellowstone which made accessing the park very easy. Suzette was very easy to communicate with and gave us a great tip for bear watching about 2 miles from the house which we did on 2 different nights. I can’t race enough about this house! Make it your next stay if in this area!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Reunions

Excellent, clean, beautiful, well supplied!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

DIY Deters Invade Yellowstone! LOL

This house, view, location, beds, property manager, decor and all the little "extras" was FANTASTIC!!! We could not asked for a better vacation. We will definitely be returning and referring! Thank you Suzette for your help and quick responses. It was a great choice for our family Yellowstone vacation.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Perfect spot

Loved everything about this place. Location, amenities, and views were all amazing. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Photos don’t do it justice at all!

This property is absolutely amazing! There were 10 adults in our group and we were all very comfortable in the house. We spent a lot of time out on the deck with jaw dropping views of the hills. Each night about an hour and a half before dark, we would drive up Tom Miner Creek Road to look for wildlife (mainly grizzlies). One night we saw 6! I enjoyed these drives so much as the area is like something out of a postcard. I can’t recommend it enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

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

Family getaway

Loved the house. Big enough for everyone to have their own space. Suzette was very nice and helpful. Great views! Very comfortable beds. Had a woderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariko S.

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

Stunning and very welcoming

The property is one of the best place I stayed! The lodge is so beautiful and surroundings are just stunning. It is very spacious with 6 bedrooms plus gym, game room space, 2 living room spaces. The place is well-stocked, you will find anything you need. The property manager was very responsive and kind with her replies. It is a bit of additional drive to Yellowstone but it’s totally worth it! I am already day dreaming about next trip to Yellowstone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Fantastic rental!

We had a great time at this property. The house is gorgeous and the panoramic view of Tom Miner Basin was spectacular. Even when we weren't in Yellowstone NP, we still felt like we were on a vacation while at the house. Suzette responded to texts nearly instantly and we were really pleased with her communication and how helpful she was from start to finish. She even let us check in early which was super helpful given we had two young children in tow. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

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

Perfect mountain retreat for the family!!

This property has everything. No detail spared. Very comfortable and high end furnishings and beddings. Total comfort for our party of 8. Never crowded and beautiful outside space as well. Beautiful views and access to Yellowstone and its surroundings. Highly recommend the house and host Suzette who was always available to answer questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigid H.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

This home is indescribable. We loved every moment of our time here. The views are spectacular, the animal watching is captivating, and the house is stunning. EVERY detail has been considered by the host, from bear spray to waders to extra toiletries in the laundry room. This property has it all. We are already thinking about how to find our way back here! 10/10 would recommend. The only thing to note is a broken bridge, which extended our drive to Yellowstone from 20 to 40 minutes. The drive was beautiful, so we didn’t mind!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayleen G.

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

Only one drawback …..

Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful! The only drawback was the fact that the entrance road was quite long, rocky with huge potholes and added about a 20 minute trip to each and every trip in and out of the property😳. I understand that it is a county maintained road. However, a heads up would’ve been much appreciated. Would definitely return. Suzette is a gem I can’t say enough good things about her.❤️
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

Beyond all expectations!

This house immediately felt like a home. It exudes warmth. It is spacious, well appointed, incredibly comfortable, and casually luxurious. From the handsome living area to the sumptuous bedrooms, roomy bathrooms, wrap around porch and the outdoor dining room, our family of 7 adults enjoyed every space with room leftover. The kitchen is very well equipped which was important for us as we hired a chef to come in and prepare dinners every night. The house is about a 45 minute easy drive to the entrance of the park. We thoroughly enjoyed observing wildlife including a pack of twelve wolves with Audra from Lamar Valley Touring! After leaving the park we would go home and observe grizzly bears from the house with a scope. Unbelievable! Morning coffee included binoculars in order to watch deer and birds and other wildlife. Suzette was easily accessible for any questions or needs. We had none. This property spoiled us all. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Peaceful luxury home!

This home is stunning! Space enough for my family of 8 to stay for 7 days and have plenty of room. 2 living room areas were perfect and the large kitchen made it so easy to enjoy each other for dinners without being cramped. The bedrooms are large and the furniture is top notch! The house is fully stocked! Anything you could think of, that you might need, they had (right down to birthday candles and bear spray!) the heated floors were very nice on the chilly mornings, and the gym kept the family busy during down time. (Husband and SIL loved having the gym there) The game room was such a nice addition for down time. We played a lot of pool with the teenagers and grandchildren. We definately enjoyed the spacious game room! The views from the wrap around porch are immeasurable! We could see sunrises and sunsets for miles. The gazebo was perfect for morning coffee, and the quick hike down to the waterfalls were nice and relaxing. Everything was beautiful. A few miles up the road we were able to see black bears, with cubs and herds of elk… so peaceful and beautiful. This house is amazing in so many ways. If you’re looking to get away and disconnect- and enjoy nature and all its beauty- this is the perfect place to stay. Did I mention how fantastic Suzette is! She gave us lots of tips on where to see wildlife and was a perfect host. We are already planning a return trip and will most definitely book with her again! Thank you Suzette for everything! The house was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanie H.

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

Fabulous home with great views!

Our vacation included family from Florida and Indiana. Aged 72-11, we all enjoyed the house. Plenty of room to spread out for quiet time or congregate together for meals, games and enjoying the views. We spent several of our 9 days visiting YNP, but also spent time just hanging out at the house. The kitchen was well equipped and we cooked several nights. The owners provided the essential staples as far as spices and seasonings. Plenty of fridge space for food and drinks. We enjoyed the gazebo and outdoor fireplace. The house has porches surrounding it with lots of places to sit and “watch”. We loved watching the wildlife. Herds of elk could be seen on several occasions as well as deer and fox. And. . . Who knew we were in “grizzley land”. We had no idea that the area (Tom Miner Basin) was home to so many grizzlies. We spent many evenings driving through the basin looking for bear. We saw a lot!! Others have mentioned the bridge that was taken out by the 6/2022 floods. It is a bit of an inconvenience, but. . . .it was fine. Just allow a little extra time to get to the main road. We booked this house to be in the mountains. This just gave us a little more time to drive on the mountain road. ☺️ Would love to return someday. Would recommend this home to anyone who wants a great vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING! Highly recommend for a group or family stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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

Great house-wonderful stay-perfect vacation!

The house is really perfect-plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The area around house was great-loved driving down the road to watch the grizzlies and elk-we heard reports of a moose and two calves but were unable to locate them. All this before we even got into Yellowstone.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Home for a Family Getaway!Our family trip to Montana was an unforgettable experience, thanks in large to this wonderful home. Suzette, our host, was responsive, helpful, and make the entire process smooth from start to finish. The house was exactly what we needed for our group of ten-spacious, clean, and fully stocked with all the basic amenities and more. There was plenty of room everyone to relax comfortably, and the wraparound porch with its beautiful views quickly became our favorite spot to begin and end each day.We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay and would highly recommend this home to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Suzette, for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Y.

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

Big sky views

Lovely home with views for miles. Enjoyed watching wildlife from the deck and tracking the elk and deer each morning. Great location for Yellowstone visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

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

Beautiful Western home with fantastic views

The property is beautiful down to every detail. About 30 minutes to the north entrance of Yellowstone so very convenient to visit the park. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Brown family retreat

This property and Suzette were both wonderful. House was fabulous in every respect. Location and surrounding scenery was spectacular. House provided every amenity. Great for family retreat. Our family try to have a retreat every year in a new house and location. This matched the best. VRBO handles the arrangement in a professional fashion. I will continue the relationship. Every thing five star. Suzette great. I could go on and on. Thanks again. Richard Brown and family. July 13, 2025
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Views to Die For!

Beautiful, spacious home that perfectly accommodated our group of 8. The view from EVERY window is spectacular and can't be beat anywhere in Tom Miner Basin! We've stayed here several times and we will be back. Suzette, the property manager, is a seasoned host--responsive, gracious and on the ball!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Atina S.

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

Gem of Yellowstone

House has amazing views and tons of space to accommodate our large family. Suzette went above and beyond providing play pens for our little ones! She’s very responsive to your needs. Home is close to the main road into Gardiner/North entrance to Yellowstone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve m.

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

Beautiful, peaceful location.

This home has a well appointed kitchen and bar. It was very clean and spacious. Perfect for a family reunion. The gazebo is a nice spot to have coffee in the morning where the only sound you hear is the river flowing below. Half hour ride to Yellowstone, about an hour and 20 minutes from the Bozeman airport. Check in was easy and had we had no issues with the home at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Over the top!!!

Perfect place for our family reunion. The views were magnificent, property immaculate. This was like being in someone’s home, not a rental. It was a bit of a drive but so worth it. Kitchen has got everything you could possibly need. The wrap around porch made it possible to enjoy the views no matter what the weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

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

Family vacation

The house is simply amazing! Beautiful views from the deck which wraps around the entire house. It’s a long drive up the mountain but it’s worth it! Suzette is wonderful to deal with. She always responded right away if we needed anything! If you are wanting a beautiful house with great views in Montana and close to Yellowstone Park, this is the one. I highly recommend it. The Splawski and Haferkamp family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023