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Buffalo Trace Retreat - Outstanding Mountain Views, Close to Park

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A two-story house with a garage, a balcony, and a satellite dish.
A spacious living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with teal chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a unique chandelier with antlers.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a staircase, and a lamp.
A bed with a quilt, curtains, and a wall-mounted moose picture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Place, Gallatin National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yellowstone River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪101 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gardiner

With a stay at this vacation home in Gardiner, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance. .This vacation home is 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Mammoth Hot Springs and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gallatin National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Gallatin National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Yellowstone River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Parks' Fly Shop - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Roosevelt Arch - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel Dining Room - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Backcountry Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yellowstone Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Buffalo Trace Retreat - Outstanding Mountain Views, Close to Park

Split-level home with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Spacious, well-equipped Kitchen, open floor plan with kitchen, family room, dining area and breakfast bar. Deck off family room with excellent view of Electric Peak and Sepulcher Mountain. Larger home excellent for large groups and families with children. Downstairs has one bedroom, reading/sleeping nook, full size pull-out sofa. Downstairs has one full bath and complete laundry facilities. Upstairs has two bedrooms and two baths. Upstairs family room has 55 inch flat screen, downstairs family room has 40 inch flat screen and master bedroom has 30 inch TV. Netflix and wireless internet. Desk area upstairs with mountain view for our guests that need computer time while on vacation.

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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free vacation home features snowboarding nearby, ecotours nearby, and rock climbing nearby. Recreational activities include cross-country skiing nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoke outside on concrete area

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Garbage should be bagged and inside the bear-resistant can outside. Load all of your dishes in the dishwasher, and start it on Quick Wash.
Remove opened items from fridge. Leave used beds unmade. Gather all towels/mats in the laundry room. If you want, start a load of towels and run them on Hot water, using Quick Wash (6 sets max).
Please remove and toss used soap from the showers.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack and Play provided free of charge

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoke outside on concrete area

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park House
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park Gardiner
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park House
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park Gardiner
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park House
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park Gardiner
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Park
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Close to Park
Buffalo Trace Retreat Outstanding Mountain Views Close to Park

Buffalo Trace Retreat - Outstanding Mountain Views, Close to Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 167 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, amazing location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location
This was a very nice and comfortable house. We stayed here with some friends And it was perfect, accommodating the five of us. And in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay for a visit to Yellowstone Park. The house was in a great location - we were able to walk to restaurants, etc - and the relaxing views were wonderful. House was very well appointed with anything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing. We had seven people and we had plenty of room. The kitchen is equipped with everything you’ll need. The views from the balcony are beautiful. Easy and fast communication with hosts. If you’re looking for a great place in Gardiner, this is it!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a beautiful location with amazing views!!!! The home was clean and had everything we needed. Check in and check out was convenient and there was excellent communication with the homeowner. Beds were comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for our trip

Great location - responsive host- well stocked comfortable home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely great place to stay

beautiful, well stocked, comfortable home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to visit Yellowstone

Great stay, close to North Entrance of Yellowstone. Very clean, comfortable and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Getaway

Great place for a quiet getaway with spectacular views!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Buffalo Trace Review

Very clean, well stocked and comfortable. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for Yellowstone NP visit

The location near Yellowstone NP north entrance and being in the heart of Gardiner made all our needs and plans very easy to fulfill. Ideal for a family visit to Yellowstone NP. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and awesome location and views. Also very convenient to Yellowstone National Park entrance. Hosts were very professional and quick to respond to any questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Wonderful house. Great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was better than expected. Great view of the Yellowstone river, Gardiner and of the park entrance. The hosts were great and checked in on us regularly. We loved every minute of the stay. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location at North entry to Yellowstone!

Location is just a short drive to the north entry into the park, which was very handy. House had lots of bedrooms and bathrooms, which was necessary.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and only a couple of minutes outside of the park entrance. Great view. Pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, great location. Host went above and beyond to help with some special requests. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

We were there to fish. This house is perfectly located allowing us easy access to Yellowstone and the Paradise Valley
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gardiner home

Beautiful home, lots of amenities and great location. The hosts were exceptional and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view!

Clean home with a beautiful view and convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yellowstone Trip

Beautiful and well kept home in a great location to access the park. The size of the house provides room to spread out while the open living and dining area was a comfortable place to gather. Great location and views.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding view of Yellowstone

We loved the location as well as the view from this home. Beds could use memory foam but that is a personal opinion and it might be perfect for others. We would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home

Great home for family with kids and great location for walking to town. Short drive to hot springs and hosts were responsive. Kitchen was well stocked with spices! Thanks for a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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