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Exterior
Interior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gardiner, MT
  • Roosevelt Arch
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Yellowstone Hot Springs
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Back Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Jardine Retreat Cottage

​Located in the heart of the Jardine, Montana the Jardine Retreat Cottage was built in 2019. Escape from the crowds of Yellowstone and get away from the stresses of every day life. This two bedroom cottage has a kitchen, a cozy fireplace to relax by, and the sounds of Bear Creek just outside. Enjoy hiking and ski trails right out the front door. Jardine is a quiet, serene community surrounded on three sides by Wilderness, and is just 5 miles away from Yellowstone National Park.
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The Jardine Retreat Cottage is a newly constructed getaway with rustic mountain charm. It has two bedrooms with queen beds, one full bathroom, a kitchen with cooking utensils, dining room, and a living room with comfy couches around a gas fireplace with a TV above in a secret cabinet. The house comfortably accommodates four people, and is perfect for two couples traveling together.
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Tucked right up against the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness Jardine abounds with hiking, fishing, horseback riding (through local outfitters) in the Summer, cross-country and backcountry skiing and snowshoeing in the Winter, and endless year-round wildlife watching and outdoor exploring. There are no services in Jardine (ie: fuel, grocery stores, restaurants, etc) so remember to top up your fuel tank, go out to eat, and grab some groceries and those last couple of essentials at the Gardiner Market before heading up the road to Jardine.  

Only Verizon phones work in Jardine. We do have WiFi! There is no TV/cable/satellite service, but for rainy days we do have a TV screen with online streaming capabilities and a DVD/Blu-ray player with a handful of movies available to watch, as well as games, books and puzzles to enjoy by our cozy fireplace.

Summer 2024 Update. Park County is short staffed and having a budget crisis. Because of this, they are not able to maintain the Jardine Road to the normal condition we have become accustomed to. There are extra potholes on the Jardine road. A 2WD can still make the drive, but expect it to be a little bumpier and take a little longer than usual. We're still only about a 15-20 minute drive away from Gardiner, and the views are amazing, as always. Please contact your host, Zondra, directly for the most up to date road report. I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

As your host, I am happy to help answer questions and give you info about the following activities:
*Yellowstone Park tours
*Horseback riding
*EBike rentals
*Whitewater Rafting
*Hiking
*Hot Springs visit
*Fly fishing
*Massage therapy appointments

Property manager

Zondra Skertich

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gardiner

Located in Gardiner, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone National Park North Entrance. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gardiner, MT

What's nearby

  • Parks' Fly Shop - 18 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Roosevelt Arch - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Yellowstone National Park North Entrance - 20 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Yellowstone Hot Springs - 27 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Mammoth Hot Springs - 30 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wonderland Cafe & Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy's Lodge & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Perk - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yellowstone Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Outlaws Pizza - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jardine Retreat Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jardine Retreat Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jardine Retreat Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jardine Retreat Cottage located?

Located in the mountains, this Gardiner holiday home offering ski-in/ski-out access is steps from Gallatin National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Yellowstone Outpost Mall and Parks' Fly Shop. Yellowstone River and Arch Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

Wonderful getaway, near Yellowstone park

The property was clean with loads of details to make you feel like home. The place was comfortable and the shower was glorious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve O.

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

Great remote getaway!

This was our second time staying here. Love this property and location. Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Great base camp for the north end of the park

Very nice! We enjoyed are stay and where very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pablo Ortiz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very nice place A fully equiped kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing stay. Would be my first consideration on a return visit to Yellowstone. Those that have complained about the short drive down a rough road, stay at a Holiday Inn next time. You can't feel more like you're living in the mountains than when staying here. If you came to relax and get away from the world, this is your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

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

Great secluded place.

Property was wonderful. Well equipped and comfortable. Road wasa little rough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey D.

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

Jardine retreat

Everything was perfect, the home is really cute and the environnement amazing. It's all new, quiet, we had a perfect time here. Thank you Zondra.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Bill L.

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

Neat, clean and comfortable...had hoped for a better view

Neat, clean and comfortable....enjoyed our stay, location convenient to north entrance to Yellowstone....description of property was accurate but we falsely assumed the view would be better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Great, Cozy Stay near Yellowstone

This cabin was very nice and cozy. The fireplace was great on the snowy days we were there. The heated floors in the bathroom were awesome. We had no trouble finding the place up the mountain. It is about a 15 minute drive up the mountain from Gardiner, so be sure to plan for that when going into/leaving the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Pam H.

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

Cozy and comfortable

This cozy cabin worked very well for us with easy access to the Park but out of the way of the bustle of Gardiner in summer. The heated bathroom floor was great. With the long days in June we spent little time there, but it was a nice place to come back to. Definitely recommend it as a good accommodation if visiting the Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Estella O.

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

Nice getaway

After staying at rooms without a bathroom in Yellowstone, we had a super relaxing stay in Jardine. The place was clean and inviting. The beds were a little squeaky but we had good nights rest. I was worried about the unpaved road but didn’t have a problem even after a heavy rainfall. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute and Comfortable

The cabin was attractive, comfortable, and had all the necessities plus lots of extras. Don’t buy coffee, filters, spices, condiments, and lots of other supplies before you get there. So many items are already there. We really enjoyed spending the day in the park and hanging out playing Yellowstone Monopoly that was in the cabin in the evenings. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Daren R.

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

Nice place

Overall it was a great experience. Place was quite, had everything we needed and beds were comfortable. Only issue we noticed was the shower was either hot or cold no matter where the handle was positioned. Sometimes it would pop and then the pressure would change and then you could adjust the water temp like normal. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrell C.

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

MT - July 2023

House was 👍, Someone working for the county needs to learn how to operate a road grader, road was very bumpy to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I understand there was no wifi, but limited selection for DVD's. Would recommend adding a washer/dryer to unit as this is a house. Otherwise, nice, clean, comfortable unit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Good times

Very nice accomodations, frindly host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Itay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good but not we were expected

We were a family of five and we are sorry we didn’t know there was no laundry machine at the place. We needed to drive to Gardiner for laundry and to wait there. There is no WiFi, so you need to take it in consideration. The host was nice and pleasant and the house is beautiful and well maintained. It’s about 25 minutes driving up the hill to get there from Yellowstone north entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce O.

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

Jardine Gem

Loved this property! The artwork was fantastic and we had many conversations over it! Warm and welcoming! Only thing missing was the BBQ….we had steak fajitas instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Cute, cozy cabin away from the crowds!

This was a lovely property, and our host was amazing! Very comfy surroundings, the place was outfitted with everything we needed, even a complimentary bottle of wine yumyum! Great home base for touring the Park during the day and coming back to chill out in the evening. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P., Denver, CO

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

Sweet cabin!

This is a lovely property - off the beaten path, but not too far -- comfy beds, well equipped kitchen, nice fireplace, art on the walls - couldn't have asked for a better place for a couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

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

Delightful! Property is just as stated. Very clean. Quiet and gorgeous scenery!

No problems at all. Easy entry to cabin and very very clean. Very tranquil and beautiful scenery. Away from the noise of big crowds but yet easy and quick entry to park. Awesome property and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne K., Perryville Mo

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

Great cabin & hostess

The cabin is very nice & a great place to unwind after being in Yellowstone all day. It had everything you need & then some. When we was all packed & leaving, we had a dead battery. Zondra came & jump started our car, very kind of her. Awesome place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shana C.

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

Lovely

Cute little property! Loved staying here. Would definitely come back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anjelica G.

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

Beautiful cabin

Better than the pictures! Beautiful, well appointed cabin with books, artwork, and family movies. Thoughtful touches throughout like leaving pasta and a bottle of wine as well as coffee and tea for the morning. The location is a beautiful setting - we saw deer and were less than 10 min away from a horseback ride we took. It is a bit further out to the entrance of Yosemite - maybe 45 min. 'Thoughtful' is the best word I can think of to describe this cabin - we would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Zondra Skertich

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Zondra loves living in Jardine and recreating in the surrounding area. Zondra grew up in Jardine and is happy to be living back home.

Why they chose this property

Your host, Zondra, is a massage therapist, with a massage studio just across the street from the Cottage. Jardine Retreat guests get priority booking for massage appointments.

What makes this property unique

Jardine is a great remote getaway away from the crowds of Yellowstone, yet close enough to the park to easily visit it daily. In the winter there is great cross country skiing right out the front door, and in the summer, great hiking and horse back riding right out the front door. There is world class whitewater rafting just 5 miles away in Gardiner.

Languages:

English